We had the good fortune of connecting with Ethan Harlan and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ethan, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
As men, I think it is important that we present our best selves to the world. Masculinity and self-care are not mutually exclusive. I wanted to create products that supports normalizing self-care in men, specifically men of color, and a brand that gives men the confidence to be the kings they were called to be.

Hesazi means he thinks, it is a reminder to men that we are civilized by our brains not our brawn. Also, Hesazi-Men is a reminder to the world that Black Men think, we also have feelings and emotions.

Beyond that my personal motivation is legacy, I want to break generational curses by creating generational wealth. I want to leave my children and family tools of independence by business ownership.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
My business is Hesazi-Men, we sell all-natural premium Beard and Body products for ment. Most products that are marketed toward men regardless of cost are inferior products, watered down and made with cheap ingredients. That is why many men are secretly using women products. Hesazi-men offers men superior products made with the best ingredients on earth. Now women will be stealing our products.

I am most proud of that fact that we are offering men products they can be proud of. Our slogan is “Confidence is Currency.”  We believe that if we build the confidence to act on the ideas that God has given, currency is the natural result. Positive Energy Always Creates Elevation (PEACE).

Starting a business is not easy, I have managed high level projects in other organizations but it is different when it is your vision, your resources. Sometimes you are the only one that can see the vision, but you have to believe that if God gave you the vision he will provide the provision, just keep the focus. Have faith and learn to leverage your greatness.

The thing I want the world to know about me is that I believe there is a King in every man, and I was born help men see that King in themselves. I am passionate about seeing men win, Hesazi-Men is one vehicle we will use to help men win.


Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I’m really laid back, it’s about the culture for me.

I would start with Casa Del Vegano for good food and drinks.
A cigar lounge just to chill.

Take in a Live Show with a live band

Weekend during the day, I like to hangout in downtown Dallas, maybe the Farmer’s Market

Saturday evening Trinity Groves

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would like to shoutout my Wife, Judge LaDonna Harlan. She is a beautiful, powerful sister in her own right. She inspires and supports me on this journey. Success doesn’t happen in a vacuum, and I’m extremely grateful for her choosing to walk along side of me. She is the secret sauce to my success.

Website: www.hesazi-men.com

Instagram: @hesazi.men

Facebook: hesazimen

Youtube: Confidence is Currency

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