Today we’d like to introduce you to Mike Lastrina & Myran Mahroo.
Hi Mike & Myran, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
Mike – Even though I grew up in Long Beach, CA, I come from hard-working immigrant parents so I was raised to have a strong work ethic. Ever since I can remember, I’ve always dreamed of being an entrepreneur and having a successful business of my own one day. Once Myran and I connected, we realized we shared the same dream so it only made sense for us to join in on this venture that is now Modern Gents, together.
Myran – Much like Mike, I was also raised by immigrant parents so a hard-working mindset was instilled in me growing up. Even when I was little, I had an entrepreneurial edge. Whether it was selling comic books or candy, I was always side-hustling and doing what I could to turn a profit. When Mike and I met, we talked about our plans for the future and ultimately decided to take the business leap of faith together with Modern Gents.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Mike – Of course, there have been a few trials of hardship but as an entrepreneur, you have to look at the big picture. Will the issues at hand completely ruin the business you’ve built thus far? Most likely no, so, do not be too narrow in your thinking of how the business should look in a perfect world. Instead, look at what the business can become and what the next steps are that you can take to scale from there so it’s poised for success as it continues to grow.
Myran – Every business will encounter bumps in the road but I’ve learned that it’s how you pivot from there that will make or break you. If ideas are no longer working, it’s crucial to stay calm, take a deep breath, and spend some time reevaluating your methodology. Your passion will take you far, so you just need to recalibrate and get back on the wild ride that is entrepreneurship.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
Mike + Myran – Modern Gents was created in 2017 after we both experienced how outdated the wedding ring industry had become and we set out to change the shopping experience for couples. At Modern Gents, we sell love, attainable love. Engagement rings are a symbol of love that is typically very expensive and helping others affordably unlock that next threshold of love is pure magic. We specialize in high-quality, conflict-free diamond alternatives that are designed to last a lifetime, backed by our lifetime warranty. In comparison to other jewelry brands, Modern Gents stands out for our commitment to our customers through the various resources we provide, from hassle-free returns to our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and a lifetime guarantee, we are always going above and beyond for our customers. Since our inception, Modern Gents has had the honor of being a part of 650,000+ engagements, weddings, and acts of love.
What quality or characteristic do you feel is most important to your success?
Mike – Our most important characteristic that has played a tremendous role in our success has to be that our business is based on giving our customers the ultimate experience. Everything our business is built on is for our customers and for them to have the best shopping experience possible. We want to know that every person who has purchased something from the Modern Gents brand is satisfied to the end. Whether it is having an easy-to-use website, affordable engagement ring options that are truly beautiful or offering a lifetime warranty, it makes our customers feel like we care and that they are in the right place.
Myran – We value our customers so much that when shopping for something as special as an engagement ring, you need to be in a respected place. Although we are an e-commerce company, we have strategically created our brand to be on the customer’s side. We knew we both wanted to do a business that, if we were to shop at, we would feel valued. We have kept that characteristic in our business values and do not plan on changing that aspect anytime soon.
Pricing:
- $79.95-$149.95
Contact Info:
- Website: https://modgents.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodgents/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moderngentstradingco/
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@moderngents?lang=en
Image Credits
Modern Gents
