Adam Tanaka

Adam Tanaka is a seasoned founder and serial entrepreneur committed to making a positive impact through various creative ventures.

In 2004, Adam relocated to Nashville and secured a job with a merch company. Starting with an entry level position of scrubbing floors and cleaning screens, he worked his way up throughout the company. Armed with a wealth of knowledge, he decided to launch his printing business, focusing on collaboration and nurturing enduring relationships rather than pursuing a high volume of customers.
After a stint touring with a couple of bands, Adam took the leap by founding a screen printing company in 2008, right in the midst of the recession and with an overdrawn bank account.

In December of 2019, Adam sold the production arm of his company. Adam later established a baby and kids brand focused on childhood mental health awareness.

As a merch consultant and brand partner, Adam collaborates with corporations, outdoor brands, and creators, offering advice and guidance on improving and elevating their merch brand strategies.

Adam currently serves as a board member for The Educators’ Cooperative, a
communications committee member for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Advisory Council member for Nashville Thrives, and is an advisor and mentor for the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.