Meet the Owner
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My names Raymond Founder and Owner of "Chase Purpose Clothing Company
''. I started this brand to leave my footprint in this world, To make a difference and put out Dope Gear.
Growing up in many cities across Southern California (El Monte, Rosemead, Whittier, Rialto ) I knew I had a greater Purpose in life than just being average.
From early on (Teenage years) I grew very fond of Art and the culture of Tattoos, Gangs & Graffiti... Everything about this lifestyle had me so intrigued . I knew that's what I wanted to do from that point on. The only one problem I was very shy kid and always kept to myself. I had to figure a way to let people know who I was without interacting. As Most kids I became rebellious, I started doing bad in school, learned about drugs and I wanted to do dumb stuff with my friends.
At age of 13 Me and my Buddy Danny gave ourselves nicknames and I started leaving my mark everywhere my graffiti name went up on walls, books, bags, signs, desk, gates floors etc. you name it I tried to write on it...
The problem was no one still knew who I was lol ..
When I was around 14/15 years old we moved to a new city named Rialto out out in the Inland Empire, this is where I found myself (still shy and to myself and claiming L.A lol) this is where Graffiti took over 100% and help me get away from reality.
During this period I met some of my best friends in Life Jesse, Josh, Ricky (RIP) My Boy Mike and my cousin Big RON, Joey. Even though some of them weren't into Graff like I was they still got nicknames and always went with me out to have my back.
As I grew older I found myself drawing on paint on my computer, and trying to find ways to make my own shirts for my crew. I even attempted to make shirts using spray paint and stencils because we didn’t have enough money to go to the swat meet to buy vinyl shirts LOL .
As I mentioned I loved creating ideas in my head and trying to draw them on backpacks books etc. .but I knew there was more i can do than scribble on material things and properties . that's when I decided to buy a cheap camera from Walmart (all I can afford was a digital camera that cost me 15 bucks) I began to take photos of other artist graffiti work around the city. Places I can walk to or take the bus and I would then upload to my computer and that's where Nineonine.tk was born a graffiti website that showcased other artist work .
Along wit my own work it showed who was beefing, interviews other crews names and art work & rollcalls so other people can see. This was in 2002-2004 before the internet was a big thing, Myspace was barely booming if remember clearly. I Kept the website alive and fixed it up pretty dope, I would get compliments all the time. This introduced me into the love of accomplishments what i was able to create that others noticed.
Through My Teenage years growing up on the poor side I was always finding ways to make money to get ahead. Throughout life I tried so many different jobs, startups dreams, ideas but there was one that really set me up for now. In 2008/2009 I attempted to start 2 clothing brands Artistik Realism & Beyond Average. I built websites got logos made and that was it, then stopped cold turkey.
With the lack of pushing myself and the lack of knowledge in the industry they were short lived dreams. Little did I know nearly 10 years later id get an idea of a clothing brand and run with it, Chase Purpose was born … In 2018 I was going to school and I kept hearing the teacher talk about chase the knowledge He said in life if there is anything you want you can have you just need to get all the knowledge on it and study. It stuck to me. I said we all have a Purpose in life what if we chase that. I began researching and learning as much as I can about the Apparel industry and in 2019 we had our official launch. I was registered with the state, I had a logo and i started investing in inventory.
Fast forward to 2024 We've sold over 500 pcs of Shirts, Hats, Accessories, Hoodies and beanies. The ride has been crazy, I have some of the best customers in the game, so many loyal friends and family who continue to support me. I've seen the brand grow from an idea and a dream to a reality.
A young shy kid who didn't think he had nothing going for him now has people wearing his gear all over untitled states from California to Florida, Vegas, up to Canada our brand has continued to grow so quick that it has made me so humble and makes me smile to think that dreams do become true. Things we've done growing up def plays a huge role into our futures we just don't know it so enjoy the ride. Never stop believing and don't be afraid to look into those crazy ideas you had in your younger years,
- Raymond
To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan, but also Believe".