Ever wondered how a simple concept can blossom into a booming business? Rachel Berick of Maptote joins us to reveal the fascinating transformation from fashion stylist to entrepreneurial force. With a tale that stitches together art, fashion, and sustainability, Rachel recounts the leap of faith that propelled a single Brooklyn map tote bag into a diverse collection of over 600 products. Discover how a modest investment became a tapestry of local charm and global appeal, stitched with the threads of hard work, creativity, and a dash of serendipity.Subscribe on Apple Podcast , Spotify or other major streaming platforms.If you have a comment, a question you wish I’d asked, an idea for an episode or want to say get in touch, I'd love to hear from you! Please keep in mind that this podcast is for the benefit of listeners and I am not interested in any “puff pieces.” Thank you for understanding!I would love to hear from listeners - what you like, how I can improve, and if there are any businesses you are curious to know more about. Please get in touch by sending me a message through my website.Anne McGintyUpcoming episodes are posted on Instagram atHow I Built My Small Business.