Growth Street Podcast

Balancing Business and Passion: Austin Thomas CEO JERPA, Fit2Fulfill | Growth Street Podcast Ep. 14

• Darsh Patel • Season 1 • Episode 14

Welcome to Episode 14 of the Growth Street Podcast! 🎙️ Dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and innovation with our special guest, Austin Thomas.

Austin is not just a Marketing Analyst at Process Research & Optimization; he is also the visionary Founder and CEO of two thriving companies: JERPA and Fit2Fulfill. From his beginnings as an intern at Campbell’s Soup, where he honed his skills in bringing products from ideation to shelf life, to leading groundbreaking ventures, Austin’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode, Austin takes us through his transformative college years at Penn State University, where he graduated from the honors college, walked on to the men’s basketball team, and founded his first company, JERPA—an innovative clothing line known for its sherpa-lined items. Under his leadership, JERPA has soared to over $200,000 in revenue, propelled by a strong network of over 50 college ambassadors.

Austin also discusses the launch of Fit2Fulfill, a custom apparel sourcing company that caters to the specific needs of businesses and organizations. Beyond business, we delve into the impacts of social media on today’s society—the good, the bad, and the transformative.

Hear Austin share invaluable insights on starting businesses, networking with celebrities like Matt Rife, Saquon Barkley, and Salim The Dream, and his personal focus on accountability and passion.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or someone passionate about innovation and leadership, Austin's experiences and tips are invaluable.

🎧 Tune in now to get inspired and learn how to navigate the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship!

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Interested in Austin's journey and want to know more about his companies? Check out JERPA and Fit2Fulfill for a deep dive into entrepreneurship and innovation.

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