From Grief to Growth: Suzanne McKenzie on Reinventing Soccer-Fashion with Able Made
The Spread: Where Sports and Creativity Meet Bottom Line by Butter Studio
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In this inspiring episode of The Spread, we sit down with Suzanne McKenzie, the Founder and CEO of Able Made, a label that brings soccer to the runway. Suzanne's journey is one of resilience, creativity, and unwavering determination.
Our conversation delves into Suzanne's personal journey of channeling grief into action after the sudden loss of her husband in 2009. She shares how she honored his memory by founding a soccer non-profit, The Ucal McKenzie Breakaway Foundation to carry on his legacy, and later the fashion label, Able Made to help fund the non-profit.
Discover how Able Made has gained incredible traction, including partnerships with iconic brands like Burberry, whe ...
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