Aaron Heizer, a renowned entrepreneur from Elm Mott, Texas, is fueling his local community with tools and knowledge of the leatherwork trade. Through his enterprise, Maker’s Leather Supply, Heizer aims to foster an appreciation for leather craft among both professionals and beginners.
Since its inception in 2014, Maker’s Leather Supply has shifted its focus from primarily providing customized leather goods to supporting philanthropic efforts. Nowadays, Heizer’s responsibilities include selling leather products, conducting classes, creating instructional videos, and administering marketing strategies.
Sharing his knowledge of the craft and encouraging individuals to develop leatherwork skills constitute some of Heizer’s most gratifying duties. He finds joy in every tutorial he makes and every class he holds, indicative of his deep-rooted passion for leatherwork. This passion is also reflected in his commitment to community service.
Maker’s Leather Supply has been instrumental in organizing fundraising events for veterans’ associations and providing assistance to the less fortunate.
Texas entrepreneur advancing leatherwork education and charity
Ensuring that the business’s success is used for company growth and societal improvement has always been at the core of Heizer’s endeavors.
At a recent Leather Show in Waco, Heizer and his team converted their pavilion into a mini-manufacturing facility. There, they used materials sourced from other businesses to craft belts and dog collars. These products are destined for individuals who cannot afford to buy a belt and dogs in homeless shelters.
In a testament to his commitment to the principles of a circular economy, Heizer uses the surplus leather from his business to encourage creativity and self-reliance. He encourages individuals to contact his store to learn about crafting their own belts or collars while reducing waste. Thus, Heizer’s business becomes a hub of empowerment and sustainability, transcending profit-making and fostering a meaningful journey.
