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Tim West
Founder & Creative Director, Bandit
Tim West is the Founder & Creative Director of Bandit, a Brooklyn-based performance and lifestyle running apparel brand.123 He is passionate about building brands and running long distances, with a background in startup product management and ultra running.12
Professional Background
- Co-founded Bandit with his brother Nick during the COVID-19 pandemic23
- Previously worked as a Product Manager at several startups including Wonder, Stash, and Jet1
- Completed a summer internship at Thomson Reuters in 20131
Creative Leadership
At Bandit, Tim leads the creative direction alongside a small team, including his brother Nick (CEO), Chief Design Officer Ardith, and a few other creative professionals.2 He emphasizes the brand's mission to "Evolve the full experience of running" by focusing on community and storytelling.3
Personal Insights
Tim describes himself as an entrepreneur who was inspired by his father's business spirit. He was a competitive soccer player and became an ultra runner during the COVID-19 pandemic, which ultimately led to the creation of Bandit.2 The brand's name is inspired by the running term for someone who runs a race without registering, which they reframe through a lens of empathy and historical context.3
In 2023, he also launched a Bandit AI-powered guided marathon training app, further expanding the brand's innovative approach to running.4
