Former Inmate Leaves Cell To Answer Call To Start Dope Duffle Upscale Bags

Aaron Simmons isn't a stranger to athletic gear or athletes. He's a former athletic trainer with big dreams. He always wanted to design apparel and had the talent and education to do it.  But, instead found himself in a prison cell. That's when his story of creating the DOPE DUFFLE brand began. Today, he's one of the few African-Americans who has created travel and athletic bags that are upscale and odor-resistant. He's just opened a third location and is planning for more expansion. 

Who knew he'd birth his concept in two rather unconventional ways - one night in his jail cell, the other through a friend working on a less savory career path. I was excited to share his story of perseverance and faith.