Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Clay Harkey. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Clay, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today What’s the best or worst investment you’ve made?
Best investment I ever made for my business was purchasing sewing machines. Before then, everything made was stitched by hand. Although we enjoy the hand stitched look, the amount of orders coming in forced us to figure out how to make things faster without losing quality. Enter, the leather sewing machine. What once took hours can now be accomplished in minutes.
Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.
What started as a hobby in 2013, quickly grew into an actual business model in 2016; hand manufacturing leather goods and apothecary goods right here in Houston, Texas. Our brand represents quality goods that last lifetimes. Those goods include wallets, duffles, purses, hunting gear, candles, and soaps. The biggest problem that we try to face as a brand is waste management. With our products, you won’t need to purchase an item every year or so, but rather, one item will last lifetimes and comes with a guarantee with it!
How about pivoting – can you share the story of a time you’ve had to pivot?
Back during COVID times, we had to make a quick decision to pivot from leather goods to manufacturing face masks. During that time, I believe we made something like, 7000 of them. That kept the lights on at the shop as well as increased our customer range as everyone was looking for face masks!
Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?
Quality. That is our pillar we stand on. We believe that a good looking & lasting product says enough about you and your brand and when people enjoy the items, they always want to tell someone else. That type of word of mouth “advertising” has been the best at building our reputation over the years.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.twistedarrowgoods.com
- Instagram: @twistedarrowgoods
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedarrowgoods
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/twistedarrowgoods/?viewAsMember=true
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@twistedarrowgoods4500
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/twisted-arrow-goods-houston