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Proudly made in China: How Chinese consumers are reclaiming domestic brands

Inside Retail

Still, many Chinese citizens were unable to afford – or unwilling to pay full retail prices – for foreign-branded items. Originally famed for its basic canvas plimsolls worn by martial artists and monks, French businessman Patrice Bastian discovered Feiyue and bought the overseas rights to sell the brand in 2005.

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Jason & Scot Show Episode 300 – Goodwill Finds CEO Matt Kaness

Retail Geek

That I had this vision for how you could reposition the brand the business was running like it was 2005 as far as. I’m back in the the interview circuit right now trying to get the word out about what we’re doing and promoting the Goodwill Mission so I’m still trying some phrases on I mean yeah RI Commerce is definitely. [46:50]