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“Primed for disruption”: Cargo Crew founder talks acquisition, growth plans

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Initially bootstrapped from a $2000 tax return , the family-owned brand was founded by Felicity Rodgers, who runs it with her sister Narelle Craig and husband Paul Rodgers. As part of the arrangement, Glow obtained 51 per cent ownership of Cargo Crew, with the brand retaining full management control.

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Mirvac finds a good fit with social fashion app Mys Tyler

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Neill’s background is telecommunications but she said the idea for Mys Tyler had been brewing since 2014, when she was living in New York. However, it wasn’t until 2020, after witnessing the growth of affiliate marketing, that she finally decided to quit her job and return to Sydney (pre-pandemic) to bring the idea to life.

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Mys Tyler founder on why fashion brands should embrace body positivity

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SN: Ten years ago, I was living in New York, working in telecommunications, when I had an idea for a pre-paid data SIM card to help international travelers stay connected without the fear of bill shock. We want to play a material role in the reduction in return rates, helping brands save money and reducing fashion’s impact on the environment.

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