Billy Thompson, Founder of Thompson Tee / Sweatproof Undershirts

Menswear Style Podcast

Thompson Tee create sweat proof and premium undershirts that block 100% of underarm sweat and odour with patented Hydro-Shield sweatproof technology. Billy had axillary hyperhidrosis (excessive underarm sweating) and would practice ridiculous deodorant rituals to conceal his underarm sweat marks. In 2011, he approached friend Randy Choi, who had experience working in the apparel industry. Billy learned that he too, could relate to the struggles of excessive sweating. Randy, who suffered from cranial hyperhidrosis as a teen, underwent sweat gland removal surgery, only to end up with severe side effects which included all-over sweating, skin problems, slow metabolism and fatigue as a result. Bound by a shared passion to create a safe, affordable and convenient solution, they both developed a lightweight, breathable, comfortable and truly integrated underarm barrier that would completely absorb sweat, withstand the toughest stains, and help those living with axillary hyperhidrosis.
In this episode of the MenswearStyle Podcast we interview Billy Thompson, Founder of Thompson Tee about axillary hyperhidrosis and the founding story of his brand which has sold over million shirts in 10 years. Our host Peter Brooker and Billy talk about undershirt trends in the US vs UK, bootstrapping, production, Shark Tank, patented sweatproof technology, how to combat copycat businesses, and being featured on TV.
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Chapters

1. [Ad] Make More with Matt Heslin (00:17:04)

2. (Cont.) Billy Thompson, Founder of Thompson Tee / Sweatproof Undershirts (00:17:05)