Episode 20 - Trinidad Garcia (USMC)
In this episode, host Tim K. sits down in Southern California with Trinidad Garcia, the founder of Trinidad 3 Jeans. Marine, Devil Dog, the first to fight, hard charging, dragon slaying, elite killer to…. Fashion designer? It may not be the typical transition for a veteran but then again there is absolutely nothing typical about the veteran community. The beauty of the individual American serviceman’s (or woman) diverse backgrounds is something we’ve spoken of quite often on this podcast and in the projects.
Trinidad Garcia’s path from a successful career in the Marine Corps to a connoisseur of all things denim was anything but conventional but that’s probably part of the allure of his brand. Non-conventional, extreme attention down to every single stitch, and sourced as truly All-American denim. Tim and Trinidad speak on Garcia's initial foray into fashion and the struggles experienced in starting a business. They also discuss the success he's now found, and how he's giving back to the community that's given him a new lease on life.