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Recent film and TV projects also under the Boardroom umbrella include the Academy Award-winning Two Distant Strangers (Netflix), the critically acclaimed scripted series SWAGGER (Apple TV+) and Emmy-nominated documentary NYC Point Gods (Showtime).

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Out of Office: Ronnie Fieg

Last Updated: April 26, 2023
The designer/entrepreneur Ronnie Fieg joins Rich Kleiman on “Out of Office” to discuss the inspiration and drive that led him to create Kith and change the face of streetwear.

Click here to listen to the full episode.

Why do we love what we love? Ronnie Fieg has a few thoughts on that.

On the latest episode of Boardroom’s “Out of Office” podcast, the Kith founder and creative director takes Rich Kleiman back to his early days in Jamaica, Queens to discuss how he first developed what would become quite a discerning eye for style. His unconventional approach to brand-building and marketing would lead him to create streetwear and footwear boutique Kith NYC — and engage in dozens of buzzworthy collaborations with top brands running the gamut from Adidas and Nike to Ralph Lauren and Clarks.

Other topics from today’s episode include:

  • What it takes to make inroads in the fashion industry
  • Why college life wasn’t ultimately part of Fieg’s path
  • What’s next for him and for Kith
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Sam Dunn

Sam Dunn is the Managing Editor of Boardroom. Before joining the team, he was an editor and multimedia talent for several sports and culture verticals at Minute Media and an editor, reporter, and site manager at SB Nation. A specialist in content strategy, copywriting, and SEO, he has additionally worked as a digital consultant in the corporate services, retail, and tech industries. He cannot be expected to be impartial on any matter regarding the Florida Gators or Atlanta Braves. Follow him on Twitter @RealFakeSamDunn.

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Sam Dunn
Sam Dunn
Sam Dunn is the Managing Editor of Boardroom. Before joining the team, he was an editor and multimedia talent for several sports and culture verticals at Minute Media and an editor, reporter, and site manager at SB Nation. A specialist in content strategy, copywriting, and SEO, he has additionally worked as a digital consultant in the corporate services, retail, and tech industries. He cannot be expected to be impartial on any matter regarding the Florida Gators or Atlanta Braves. Follow him on Twitter @RealFakeSamDunn.