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I recently had the opportunity to interview the president of the sister brands Arista Equestrian and F.O.A.L.! She was very kind to speak to, and gave me the opportunity to interview her and post it publicly for my viewers to see!What is your name? Frann MacLean. What is your business/company name? We design, manufacture and sell two brands, Arista and F.O.A.L Equestrian What do you sell/offer? Arista has been manufacturing clothing for equestrians for almost 30 years. We manufacture breeches, tops and outerwear as well as a collection of show clothing. Go to www.aristaequestrian.com to view the Fall 16 collection. In the Spring of 2014, we launched a sister brand to Arista called F.O.A.L Equestrian. Go to www.foalequestrian.com Why did you start Arista Equestrian/F.O.A.L.? Arista was started by Sharie Loychuk, a horse enthusiast in Vancouver, with clothing design experience. She initially started designing breeches, and took them to shows in the Vancouver area to sell. Before long, there was such a demand for her styles that she partnered with a Canadian factory and began manufacturing for the wholesale market. Since that time, Arista has grown substantially and now is known for fabulous printed wicking shirts, the best fitting vests on the market, and stylish, high quality clothing that is sold all over North America. F.O.A.L Equestrian was launched to complement the Arista styles, which have a strong dressage following. F.O.A.L styles are designed for the hunter jumpers and eventers and provide great, sporty styles at a fabulous price. How has owning a business changed your everyday life? I used to co-own Arista but it was sold in 2013 to a Canadian business couple. I am now President of the company, which I love, as sales, marketing, design and of course, riding, are passions of mine. Do you have any advice for future or current business owners? I have a picture on my wall, called the Code of The West. It says to Live each day with Courage and Take Pride in Your Work. If you do that, you will probably be successful! Thank you so much Frann for allowing me to interview you and I am sure the viewers would love to read and get inspired to start their own small business!
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