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Episode 79:Made in America:Veteran Dean Wegner’s Mission to Create Jobs and Rebuild US Manufacturing
What does it take to create a truly “Made in America” brand? In this episode, we sit down with Dean Wegner, the founder and CEO of Authentically American, an American-made apparel brand. In a world where outsourcing and cheap labor are prevalent, Dean explains the challenges and rewards of building a sole American supply chain that supports our economy and creates jobs. With his strong leadership skills and military background, Dean has not only built a successful business but also a community-driven brand.
As a Veteran entrepreneur, Dean emphasizes the importance of having a niche and focusing on customer experience in building a successful brand. He also highlights the camaraderie and collaboration among Veteran entrepreneurs and the impact of supporting each other's businesses.
00:00 - Introduction to Dean Wegner and Authentically American
05:53 - From West Point to Corporate America: Dean's Career Journey
09:37 - The Birth of Authentically American: Creating an American-Made Brand
15:00 - Challenges and Lessons in Building a US-Based Supply Chain
21:07 - The Importance of Finding Your Niche in Business
26:14 - Leadership Lessons: Three Examples of Great Leadership
28:10 - Leadership Pitfalls: Three Examples of Poor Leadership
30:07 - The "Leaders Eat Last" Principle and Its Exceptions
31:47 - Integrity and Character in High-Stress Situations
33:18 - Authentically American's Logo and Brand Identity
34:20 - Advice for Veteran Entrepreneurs: Finding Your Passion
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Connect with Dean:
Website - https://www.authenticallyamerican.us/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AuthenticallyAmericanCo/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/authentically_american/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@authenticallyamerican
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/authentically-american/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanwegner93/
X - https://x.com/Auth_American
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