Building Community Through Athletics & Design: Terrance Diggs of D17

Sneaker Impact News

Join host Bryan the Botanist as he sits down with Terrence Diggs, the visionary founder of D17 Clothing and ASICS ambassador, in this exciting episode of Sneaker Impact News. Terrence opens up about his journey from a tech and arts-influenced upbringing in Baltimore to becoming a successful designer and entrepreneur. Learn about his inspiration from family history, passion for sneakers, and how he has seamlessly integrated fashion, athletics, and community in the D17 brand. Discover insights into his current projects with major brands, future goals like participating in the Baltimore Running Festival, and personal self-care routines through running. Terrence also shares his entrepreneurial mindset, strategic thinking, and collaboration efforts while giving shout-outs to friends and partners. Dive deep into the psychology of sneaker culture, creative branding, and sustainability initiatives impacting the industry in this compelling episode.

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1. Welcome to Sneaker Impact News (00:00:00)

2. Meet Terrence Diggs: Founder of D17 Clothing (00:00:02)

3. Terrence's Background and Family Influence (00:01:37)

4. The Birth of D17 Clothing (00:03:00)

5. Terrence's Journey in Sneaker and Fashion Industry (00:03:36)

6. D17's Mission: Athletics, Design, and Community (00:07:13)

7. Running Clubs and Community Engagement (00:09:38)

8. Partnerships and Future Plans (00:13:56)

9. Sustainability and Sneaker Impact (00:24:14)

10. The Psychology of Sneaker Culture (00:37:18)

11. Innovative Recycling Ideas (00:43:29)

12. Fashion and Footwear Favorites (00:46:57)

13. Running and Training Insights (00:55:40)

14. Baltimore Lifestyle and Hobbies (00:56:00)

15. Health and Safety Tips (00:57:19)

16. Upcoming Races and Goals (00:58:25)

17. Business and Personal Growth (01:05:02)

18. Closing Thoughts and Shoutouts (01:11:48)