Griffin also has some sound advice for military in transition to the civilian workforce, as well as the veteran community:ġ. Combat Flip Flops is proof that you can make a big change through the choices that you make every day, and a shining example of how veteran-owned businesses can make a difference in the world. One blogger wore the AK-47s every day for a whole year and was so impressed with the durability, he bought every person in his family a pair.Įveryone wants to make a difference in the world, but they aren't always too sure where to start. Griffin wasn’t kidding when he talked about military capability, either: All Combat Flip Flops products are built to last. With this capital boost, word of mouth has spread, with demand for Combat Flip Flops products rising 600% since the company’s appearance on the show.Īirborne Ranger veterans Donald Lee, left, and Matthew Griffin on ABC's hit series, 'Shark Tank.' (Courtesy photo)
Luckily, Combat Flip Flops was featured on the ABC show "Shark Tank." Billionaire investors Mark Cuban and Daymond John took a chance on the organization and funded the project in 2016. One of the growing pains faced by many talented entrepreneurs is the constant need for funding to expand operations. Local artists in Laos use the reclaimed metals from the cleared mines to make jewelry and utensils. The flagship product sold so fast that the company could not keep up with the demand. The model quickly scaled to the point where it was offering a broad array of high-quality products, such as shoes, clothing and accessories. The facilities are owned and operated by locals in Afghanistan, Columbia, Laos and by Syrian refugees, and materials are also sourced locally whenever possible.Ĭombat Flip Flops has also partnered with local groups that have literally cleaned and lifted up whole communities, such as mine clearance organizations. One pair of these shoes provides the resources for an Afghani girl to attend school for up to seven days. (Courtesy photo)Ĭombat Flip Flops started small, with just a handful of Afghani makers creating the company’s signature flip-flop, the AK-47.
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