Curtis Matsko
Founder & CEO
Curtis Matsko stands out in the realms of entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and storytelling, combining insight, creativity, and humor in his distinctive approach to business.
His relentless optimism, boundless confidence, and intense focus energize every endeavor, rendering his methods uniquely effective.
In response to a bet, Curtis turned a simple leather scrap into a journal design. That design launched a brand which soared to $120 million in annual sales, becoming one of the top ten fastest-growing digital apparel and accessories companies.
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April 14, 2024
Founder Starts in Garage, Builds Company to $120 million in 6 Years, Gets 185,000 Five Star Reviews and Becomes Biggest Marketer on Etsy
In this episode, Curtis Matsko, the CEO and Founder of Portland Leather Goods, shares how he built a $125 million business in just years. Starting on a bet to impress his girlfriend, Curtis leveraged his expertise in Internet marketing to sell leather journals at art festivals, eventually becoming the top seller on Etsy, getting 185,000 Five Star reviews and establishing the largest leather production factory in North America. The key to Portland Leather Goods' success are unique marketing stra...
Guest: Curtis Matsko