How do you go from sewing gear in your garage to building a multi-million-dollar global brand?
In this episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Suresh Madhavan, founder and CEO of 221B Tactical, to uncover his incredible journey from police officer to entrepreneur.
Suresh began 221B Tactical after realizing firsthand the lack of quality gear for police, military, and first responders. What started on a yard-sale sewing machine in his garage has since grown into a worldwide tactical gear and apparel company serving those who protect and serve.
This is a story of innovation, resilience, and a deep commitment to purpose. Suresh reveals how he built a thriving brand while staying grounded in service — and the lessons any entrepreneur can apply from his journey.
In this conversation, Suresh reveals:
Why he launched 221B Tactical while working as a police officer
The challenges of building products from scratch with zero resources
How he scaled his company into a global brand
Lessons on leadership, resilience, and serving a mission-driven audience
His vision for the future of tactical gear and entrepreneurship
Timestamps:
00:00 — Intro: Suresh’s story and police career beginnings
06:20 — The problem that sparked 221B Tactical
14:15 — Building the first products in his garage
23:40 — Scaling from small beginnings to a multi-million-dollar brand
37:10 — Lessons in resilience and service-driven leadership
49:20 — The future of tactical gear and mission-driven entrepreneurship
1:05:00 — Final reflections on purpose and impact
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