A Local Family Business

by Candace Lagerhausen

What started out as a side gig for Rob Hudson quickly turned into a full-time, family business. For 15 years now, Wear41 (previously Four Guys & A Chick Inc.) has been selling athletic wear online, with a warehouse located in Statesville. The online retailer carries items from activewear to sports bras, and everything in between. Though the company does operate primarily online, they have been testing out some in-person sales events at their warehouse. “We have started the pop-up sales this year to try to mingle with the community a little bit and advertise how you can buy online and pick up local.”, said Rob.