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

Con una apuesta por la innovación y la expansión internacional, la marca Zephir inicia una nueva etapa empresarial

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.