This week Michael Spangenberg, CEO & Co-Founder at State Forty Eight and Chairman at State Forty Eight Foundation, joins us to reveal the origin story behind the meteoric rise of one of #Arizona’s most iconic #apparel brands. 🚀
In this week’s episode, “Michael Spangenberg and the State Forty Eight Story”, you’ll discover:
👕 How a fiery passion for the 48th state, retail, branding and apparel triggers this unique branding concept
🤝 The art of #collaboration: How State Forty Eight aligns values and community to drive sustainable partnerships
💡 Michael’s vision to give back and help others in the community
This candid convo illuminates the roots of an authentically home-grown movement built on #entrepreneurship, imagination, people power, and staying true to yourself💪
Michael Spangenberg is the CEO and co-founder of State Forty Eight, a clothing brand inspired by his home state of Arizona. He embarked on this journey after studying hospitality at Scottsdale Community College. His love for community and fashion led him to launch a brand that has now become one of Arizona’s most recognizable apparel brands.
In addition to being a successful entrepreneur, he also holds the position of Chairman of the Board at the State Forty Eight Foundation3. Despite the success of his brand, Michael’s vision extends beyond just selling T-shirts and hats. He aims to make a significant difference in the community through the foundation.
Before dedicating himself full-time to State Forty Eight, Michael spent 15 years gaining experience in different fields. His dedication to his work and his love for Arizona reflect in the brand he built, which has garnered him over 6,900 followers on Instagram.
He is known for his collaborations, like the one with Phoenix Children’s Hospital, which helps raise funds. Michael Spangenberg’s story is a testament to how passion and love for one’s community can create a successful brand that people resonate with.
State Forty Eight Website – https://statefortyeight.com/
State Forty Eight Twitter – https://twitter.com/statefortyeight
State Forty Eight Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/statefortyeight
State Forty Eight Tiktok – https://www.tiktok.com/@statefortyeight?lang=en
State Forty Eight Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/statefortyeight/
State Forty Eight Youtube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/@statefortyeight
Michael Spangenberg Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mikespank/?hl=en
State Forty Eight Foundation Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/statefortyeightfoundation/?hl=en
State Forty Eight Foundation LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/state-forty-eight-foundation
State Forty Eight Foundation Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/statefortyeightfoundation/
State Forty Eight Foundation – https://statefortyeight.com/pages/foundation
