{"id":3895,"date":"2022-01-18T14:52:28","date_gmt":"2022-01-18T19:52:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miaminewsnetwork.com\/?p=3895"},"modified":"2022-01-18T14:52:29","modified_gmt":"2022-01-18T19:52:29","slug":"futlov-is-a-social-enterprise-that-sells-soccer-inspired-watches-while-providing-children-with-gear-with-every-product-sold-1to1giving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/miaminewsnetwork.com\/?p=3895","title":{"rendered":"Futlov is a Social Enterprise That Sells Soccer Inspired Watches While Providing Children With Gear with every product sold 1to1GIVING."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When the passion for something joins the desire to get ahead it is an unstoppable combination. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/futlovwatch\/\">Futlov<\/a> is a social enterprise with the mission to help one million children by giving them soccer-related gear to enjoy the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During a trip to Thailand, we passed through a remote village where there was a very small school. I noticed&nbsp; 3 kids playing football (soccer) barefoot and with a ball made out of cloth and full of knots. We bought them a used beat-up soccer ball at a market next door and had the time of our lives with them. They were really happy that they had a ball to play with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Soccer is considered the king of sports and is one of the most-watched sports around the world. It can generate passion and inspiration, and in the process, it can also lead to make a difference in a kid\u2019s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/futlov.com\/\">Futlov<\/a> was founded as a co-purpose brand and combines the love for watches and the passion for soccer in expertly crafted watches with a donation program to help bring soccer equipment to those in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The motivation for founding the company came from the fact that the company founder Edwin Ruiz with a mechanical engineering background is a soccer fan and passionate about watches so it was that combination that inspired him to design and create a watch for soccer fans without breaking their bank account, and in so doing, change he disrupted the typical distribution model without distributors or retailers marking up the price 10X.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The watches created by Futlov bring together soccer-inspired details in a subtle yet complementary design for true soccer fans. Among their main features are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Soccer-inspired design: With a unique strap and colored trim to draw attention, it represents a nice homage to the sport along with representing the your team\u2019s colors;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Quality craftsmanship: All materials used in each watch are of the highest quality available; Scratch resistant sapphire crystal, medical grade stainless steel, and a Japanese movement.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Social Impact: The Futlov company is proud to partner with El Semillero in Ecuador and The Dreams Alive Foundation in Kenya on a 1to1GIVING program for those who cannot afford basic playing equipment. A piece of soccer equipment is given to a kid with the purchase of every watch.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>&#8220;<strong>Not only can children play soccer with the right equipment, but as part of the sport, they learn to be disciplined. It&#8217;s hard to find a better satisfaction than being able to give children items that their parents can&#8217;t afford.<\/strong>&#8221; Shares Edwin Ruiz, the founder of Futlov.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Futlov differentiates itself from its competitors because they are a new brand with a social commitment, they are very transparent, and that their customers are able to see their work to make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>&#8220;<strong>Our competitors are billion-dollar companies that have huge overheads with huge margins. In contrast, FUTLOV, with its low overhead and direct-to-consumer business model, can bring so much more to our mission<\/strong>.&#8221; Edwin explains.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest hurdles that Futlov has overcome was launching its first product: the Pasadena 94 watch. Soon after, they were able to see people embrace the company&#8217;s mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>&#8220;<strong>I&#8217;m not going to lie. It&#8217;s scary when you invest in building a brand and buying inventory and it&#8217;s possible that people won&#8217;t buy your product. Through our mission and our marketing efforts to support our purpose. Our customers have seen firsthand how we started to make a difference and do what we said we would do<\/strong>.&#8221; Edwin says.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>In the near future, Futlov will continue to come up with new products that customers request and that can have a greater impact on the long-term life of children in need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>&#8220;<strong>As we mature as a company, our idea of GIVING also matures, and we don&#8217;t just want to have a short-term impact on children, but a more lasting impact that can completely change their lives forever. This starts with EDUCATION.\u201d <\/strong>Edwin states.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about Futlov <a href=\"https:\/\/futlov.com\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When the passion for something joins the desire to get ahead it is an unstoppable combination. 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