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Family Business Success How Adrian Jules Built a 60-Year Custom Tailoring Legacy | EP 19

Mar 6, 2025

45 mins

Episode Description

"When you buy from Main Street, you're buying from the community, you're helping the community."

In this episode of Main Street Matters, host Terresa Zimmerman interviews Matthew Roides, Director of Operations at Adrian Jules. Matthew shares the inspiring 60-year journey of his family's custom tailoring business. Founded by his Italian immigrant grandfather who arrived in America with just $33, Adrian Jules has grown into a respected name in luxury menswear with both wholesale and retail operations. Matthew discusses how the business maintains its commitment to American-made craftsmanship with over 70 employees in Rochester, NY, while adapting to changing fashion trends and customer preferences. He reveals how a personal tragedy inspired him to join the family business, the challenges of finding skilled craftspeople, and how creating genuine relationships with customers has been central to their decades of success.

In this episode:-The founding story of Adrian Jules and its growth over the decades.

-The unique challenges and rewards of running a multi-generational family business.

-How Adrian Jules balances wholesale and retail operations.

-The importance of maintaining high standards and craftsmanship in the garment industry.

-Matthew's personal journey from aspiring physician assistant to leading the family business.

-The significance of "Made in America" in their brand identity.

-Insights into the future of the garment industry and the importance of community and Main Street businesses.

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Connect With Matthew Roides:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-roides/

http://adrianjules.com/

Adrian Jules

Retail

https://adrianjulescustomclothier.com/

https://www.instagram.com/ajcustomsuits/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-TkHdj-BqVWqvl89HmYz4g

https://www.linkedin.com/company/adrian-jules-custom-clothier/

Wholesale

https://www.adrianjulesltd.com/

https://www.instagram.com/adrianjules__ltd/