economy
diciembre 5, 2025
Con una apuesta por la innovación y la expansión internacional, la marca Zephir inicia una nueva etapa empresarial
Juanita Sáenz, gerente general de Zephir. Foto: Cortesía

TL;DR
- Zephir is celebrating 80 years in the market with a focus on modernization and global expansion.
- The company aims for double-digit growth this year and accelerated international expansion.
- Key target markets for export include Ecuador, Bolivia, Chile, Peru, Mexico, and Central America.
- Zephir is introducing a summer line using eco-friendly fibers and thinner fabrics to cater to warmer climates.
- The goal is for exports to surpass local sales by 2027, while maintaining production in Colombia.
- E-commerce has been crucial in reaching younger consumers and expanding reach to cities without physical stores.
- The brand plans to open more physical stores nationally and expand its franchise model internationally.
- Challenges include production costs, customs efficiency, and competing with fast fashion's low prices.
- Zephir differentiates itself through quality, durability, conscious design, and a strong brand story, not low prices.
- The production process is described as slow, artisanal, and waste-reducing, using locally sourced materials.
- The company plans to increase its workforce from 46 to 72 employees with new machinery.
- Franchising is a key growth strategy, with a target of 30 franchises by 2026 in identified international markets.