Aaron Jones and Jason Bass met for the first time four years ago drinking whiskey at a bar with mutual friends. The two immediately hit it off and began working together on a clothing line Bass had visualized called IROCKFOX. They knew they wanted to start a business with strong Baltimore ties, but after a year or so with the clothing line, they had a better idea: bags.
They agreed there’s a dearth of well-made bags for urban travel and everyday life; others they’d seen on the market were made for the gym, outdoor activities or a luxury lifestyle. The pair drew up some sketches and came up with a high-end travel bag and, from there, a line of corresponding accessories and backpacks. They sourced materials and found a sewing house in Baltimore to produce the first few batches from their startup, Treason Toting Co.
The name Treason, they say, is a nod to going against the grain, and seeking paths unexpected of them. The company is “committing treason,” going against societal norms, and expectations, they say. With the help of local entrepreneurs and visionaries like Jones and Bass, Baltimore itself is fighting against its expectations, and making a name for itself as a great place in which to do business.
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