“We'd rather create a great experience than simply make the event bigger.”
 

Brian is part of the team behind ThriftCon, one of the largest vintage and streetwear convention series in the United States. What began as a grassroots community event has grown into a nationwide tour connecting thousands of vintage sellers, collectors, creators, and shoppers. Brian helps organize and expand ThriftCon while staying committed to its mission of supporting small businesses, sustainable fashion, and the thriving vintage community.

IG: @thrift_con
TT: @thriftcon
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@ThriftCon
Website: thriftcon.co

SHOW NOTES & TAKEAWAYS

• Brian shares the story behind ThriftCon and how it has grown from a local community event into a nationwide vintage convention series.
• How a small parking lot gathering revealed the demand for a dedicated marketplace focused entirely on vintage fashion and resale culture.
• The challenges of growing an event business through the pandemic while continuing to build momentum.
• How ThriftCon chooses new event locations based on community demand and local interest in vintage fashion.
• Why the community remains the foundation of every ThriftCon event, from vendors to creators to collectors.
• The growing interest from major brands looking to better understand vintage culture and younger consumers through partnerships with ThriftCon.
• Why sustainability is a natural outcome of extending the life of quality clothing rather than following fast-fashion trends.
• The role of social media in connecting vintage enthusiasts, creators, and resellers across different regions of the country.