John Targon

John Targon is a fashion designer and entrepreneur, known for co-founding Baja East and launching his own brand, Fall Risk, after significant roles at luxury fashion houses. After demonstrating early entrepreneurial skills by increasing distribution from 0 to 30 stores within three months at a luxury footwear start-up, John Targon went on to be recruited by Prada to manage their men’s footwear business. This significant early achievement marked the beginning of his impactful career in luxury fashion, showcasing his innate talent for business development and brand growth. He subsequently contributed to the double-digit growth of the men’s and women’s wholesale business at Givenchy, solidifying his reputation for driving market expansion.

The brand champions sustainable practices, producing limited quantities of each item and implementing unique customer interaction methods, such as direct phone orders with the design team. Committed to social impact, Fall Risk aligns with charitable initiatives, contributing a portion of its profits to anti-gun and LGBTQ organizations, reflecting Targon’s dedication to both innovative design and responsible business practices.