ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Welcome to the Culture FYI’RS Podcast. Culture FYI’RS is a creative collaboration meetup held weekly at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles. Each week, we feature a fireside chat with a guest, showcase projects being worked on by members of the FYI community, and share product updates for FYI.AI, the creative collaboration app co-founded by will.i.am.
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This week, we sit down with Gavin Mathieu, the visionary behind SUPERVSN, a brand that has redefined the intersection of creativity and community. Gavin shares his journey from creative directing for musicians and running a retail gallery on Fairfax to establishing a thriving fashion brand rooted in collaboration and responsibility.
As he reflects on his entrepreneurial path, Gavin discusses the importance of trusting your vision over algorithms and societal expectations. He emphasizes the significance of creating spaces that inspire, particularly for young Black creatives in his community. The conversation dives deep into the evolution of Los Angeles, the power of collaboration, and the transformative potential of AI in today’s fast-paced world.
Listeners will gain insights into the realities of entrepreneurship, the necessity of self-awareness, and the importance of joy as a guiding principle in business. Gavin also shares practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs navigating a saturated market, stressing the value of authenticity and the unique experiences that shape one's creative perspective.
Curious to learn more about SUPERVSN and its impact? Check out the project link for this episode:
Want to attend a Culture FYI’RS event in person at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles? Hit the link below to see a schedule of who’s speaking at a future event and to RSVP to join the next session:
This episode’s Culture FYI’RS event was produced by FYI co-founder will.i.am, Aminah Muhammad, Emily Choi, Frankie Sandoval, Jafet Chavez, Julie Pilat, Markus Nielsen-Kolding, Roneal Madlani, Sean Kantrowitz, Shawna Jafari, the FYI Product Team, and of course, the FYI Community. The podcast is edited by Rob Van Vranken.
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