The Manufacturing Report

How a Teen Hobby Turned Into One of America’s Hottest Leather Brands

Episode Summary

What does it take to build a modern American manufacturing brand from scratch? A lot more than leather… Today, we’re continuing our Made In America Holiday Gift series with Lost Dutchman founder. Nathan Walker shares how he built his American-made leather goods company from a teenage hobby into a fast-growing brand. He discusses the origins of the company name, his self-taught craft, scaling from Etsy to a full shop with employees, and the importance of quality and transparency in U.S. manufacturing. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories on U.S. trade policy, buying American, and protecting American jobs. Guest Resources www.lostdutchmanleather.com Resources & Links Sign up for our daily newsletter, Daily Digest or our bi-weekly version, ManufactureThis Check out our Made In America Directory You can also listen wherever you get podcasts Apple Podcasts Spotify Socials X: @KeepItMadeInUSA Facebook: www.facebook.com/americanmanufacturing Instagram: www.instagram.com/americanmanufacturing #MadeInUSA, #GiftGuide, #LostDutchmanLeather, #HolidayGifts, #AmericanManufacturing