Listen "The Journey of Building Across Borders"
Episode Synopsis
Today, I’m sitting down with Issa Lopez — a visionary entrepreneur whose journey stretches across continents. From growing up in Spain, to finding his path in Cape Town, Issa has built a career that blends creativity, commerce, and global perspective.
This episode dives deep into his story — from breaking into fashion and retail, to pivoting into procurement and product development, to uncovering the realities of dropshipping and e-commerce from a South African lens.
Together, we’ll explore what it really takes to build across borders: the lessons, the setbacks, the mindset, and the power of connections that open doors along the way.
So, if you’ve ever wondered how to build a brand that travels, create products that scale, and navigate global commerce while staying true to your roots — this conversation with Issa Lopez is one you don’t want to miss.
This episode dives deep into his story — from breaking into fashion and retail, to pivoting into procurement and product development, to uncovering the realities of dropshipping and e-commerce from a South African lens.
Together, we’ll explore what it really takes to build across borders: the lessons, the setbacks, the mindset, and the power of connections that open doors along the way.
So, if you’ve ever wondered how to build a brand that travels, create products that scale, and navigate global commerce while staying true to your roots — this conversation with Issa Lopez is one you don’t want to miss.
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