We had the good fortune of connecting with Chris Jackson and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Chris, we’d love to hear about how you approach risk and risk-taking
Taking risk is part of your journey for success. I took a risk starting my business during this pandemic. I had no options left once I got laid off from work due to an accident. Finances starting piling up and jobs weren’t available because of so many restrictions I knew at that point I still had to survive. I then had my logo created for me to start up a entertainment business but as I moved forward so did my idea and I created a shirt for myself to brand the image. The idea turned into ppl complimenting my shirt so I turned around invested in a printer and heat press then took off from there currently my merch has been covering all of my expenses and now I have New Era Snapbacks Available for purchase also. Without taking the risk I wouldn’t be able to be where I am today

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
What sets me from the rest is I’m creating a brand with a meaning its called TRODDRITE in life we must walk good so TRODDRITE!

it took consistent work and push to get me where I am today

Nothing came easy in the beginning I had to learn the ups and downs of printing,pricing and having a product that ppl would want to purchase .These were valuable moments where I had to pay attention to what was In demand that’s what helped me get up and push harder

Along the way I learned that not everyone is gonna support you but that isn’t a reason to quit

I want the world to know that we all have the ability to TRODDRITE and thats what my brand represents

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
First we definitely would hit slutty vegan or maybe breakfast at barney’s
Hit the city and go to Atlantic Station ,check out the ferris wheel then probably find a Caribbean party to goto

I’m not to much on the party vibe so definitely hooking up with more friends would probably be it

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I definitely would like to thank Josh Neal owner of Paree clothing and apparel for giving me pointers and being a major motivation in my progress

Also big shout out to Tafari Harper and Rasi Harper with Plugnation Inc & Donthidetheplug for the push and bringing my hats to life

Also just a general shout out to Ace promotions,Us1 package store, certified entertainment and undeniable treajures for always having my back

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