Marie Callan, Founder of URBAG / Duffle Garment Bag

The URBAG story is defined by a passion for sustainability and innovative design, along with the determination to make a positive impact in the world. Founder Marie Callan has spent decades working in sustainability. From social enterprise and charity work to fostering discussions with industry leaders at the Financial Times, she’s found the plastic problem never goes away. While the issue of single-use plastic was attracting attention, no one seemed to be addressing plastic waste from fashion aftercare services.  It’s this passion, experience and conversations with industry experts that led Marie to do something positive. The result? An ethically-manufactured suit carrier bag that’s forward thinking, superbly made and lasts a lifetime.In this episode of the MenswearStyle Podcast we interview Marie Callan, Founder of URBAG about her career and the founding story of her sustainable brand which has an aim to combat single use plastics used by dry cleaning companies. Peter Brooker and Marie talk about plastic waste, developing a prototype, supplier relations, startup funding, and changing industry habits. Whilst we have your attention, be sure to sign up to our daily MenswearStyle newsletter here. We promise to only send you the good stuff.