Today we’d like to introduce you to Zimaco Merizier.
Hi Zimaco, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I’ve been in love with clothing for as long as I can remember.
Growing up in Saint Louis Du Nord, Haiti, I spent most of my time in my father’s tailor shop. He made suits, jerseys. I wasn’t just watching, I was right there helping him, learning the craft, and developing my own couture skills. Outside the shop, I played saxophone and soccer, and honestly, if fashion hadn’t taken over my heart, I might have been a soccer player by now.
Later, I moved from the northwest of Haiti to Port-au-Prince to continue my education. That’s where I fully embraced fashion, music, and entertainment. One day, while living in Delmas 2 (which sadly has since become a gang territory), I had a vision: I saw a black tote bag walking on its own with the word “Trillionaire” on it. That moment birthed the name TMMG originally Trillionaire Mind Music Group blending my love for fashion and music. Later at that time moved to Demals 33, I was studying Computer Science at INUKA University.
When I moved to Miami in 2012, TMMG evolved into Trillionaire Mind Media Group to represent a broader vision of entertainment, fashion, and luxury lifestyle. The logo, which I designed myself became the heart of our early lifestyle collections. Alongside fashion, I also released music under my artist name Young 89, including Determinasyon and Pa Banm Problem.
The turning point for TMMG came during a march in Downtown Miami to protest the mistreatment of Haitians in the Dominican Republic. I released a special collection for the momentum, and it resonated deeply with the Haitian community worldwide. From then on, TMMG became a patriotic brand, celebrating Haiti’s culture, heritage, and history through our prints, so when you wear TMMG, you’re wearing a piece of Haiti.
Today, TMMG is embraced by Haitians across the globe, in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and South America. We’ve been blessed with the support of our customers, fan and supporters, Haitian celebrities, influencers, and public figures, including Wyclef Jean who wears TMMG everywhere, Kodak Black, Haitian Fresh, DJ Whoo Kid (G-Unit), Booba from France (featured TMMG’s Haiti Bandana print in his “Nautilus” video), Gato Da Bato, Klass, T-Vice, Daniel Jean (viral NYC influencer), TeaMarrr, Naïka, champion boxer Melissa St. Vil (who wears TMMG for her weigh-ins), heavyweight champion Bermane Stiverne, Island TV, and Jimmy Moïse from Le Petit Club, Dalencour Group, and so many more other great supporters.
TMMG is truly a brand loved by Haitians who value our culture, and for that, I’m deeply grateful. I want to take this opportunity to thank every customer, fan, supporter, and member of the Haitian community. Without you, TMMG wouldn’t be where it is today.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Obstacles and challenges are part of life, we have to embrace them to overcome them.
It has definitely not been a smooth road, especially because there was no blueprint for what I was building. TMMG is essentially Haiti’s first Caribbean lifestyle brand focused entirely on our country’s core values, with a mission to change the face of Haiti through fashion.
As a brand rooted in Haiti, we face many of the same struggles our country does. Tourism has always been a major driver for TMMG, Haitians and visitors alike love to shop our collections when traveling to Haiti. International artists heading there to perform often reach out to wear TMMG as a way of carrying a piece of Haiti’s history. But with political instability and challenges in Port-au-Prince, tourism has slowed, and that directly impacts our business.
Still, I encourage Haitians everywhere to visit our cultural hubs like Cap-Haïtien and Jacmel, and to keep promoting our heritage. Our culture and history are the oxygen of Haiti, we can’t survive without them. Despite the obstacles and chalenges, Haitians around the world, along with people from other cultures who are fascinated by Haiti and TMMG print collections continue to represent TMMG in their daily lives. That ongoing support is what keeps our mission alive.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
Entertainment is at the core of what I do, it’s my passion and my craft. I specialize in fashion, music, and brand development, and I believe a true artist never gives up on their art. While I haven’t released new music in some time, I’m currently working on a project I know my fans around the world will embrace. They often reach out asking when new music is coming, and I’m excited to deliver something special.
Outside of music, I work as a brand consultant, helping designers, clothing brands, and other businesses bring their visions to life. Since 2013, I’ve been partnered with Artcify, a leading clothing manufacturer in USA. I guide clients through every stage of their project, from designing, pattern making to garment sourcing to full-scale production. I find joy in tutoring and mentoring individuals in the fashion industry, helping them achieve their dreams.
I also have an open major in Music Business at Miami Dade College, and I’m looking forward to enrolling in a master’s program in Luxury Goods at Rome Business School when the time is right. My combination of creative artistry, hands-on industry expertise, and commitment to education is what sets me apart. Whether it’s making a new print collection, fashion, luxury branding, marketing, or music, I approach every project with vision, precision, and a deep love for culture.
Risk taking is a topic that people have widely differing views on – we’d love to hear your thoughts.
As an entrepreneur and creator, I’ve always had to be a risk taker because creation itself is a risk. You never fully know the outcome until you put your idea out into the world. When I moved to the U.S. and decided to keep building TMMG, it was a big risk. At that point, it wasn’t just a fun passion project anymore, it became a real business with a clear vision. Looking back now, I don’t see it as a risk anymore, but in the early days, it definitely was.
I’ve also had plenty of business ideas that didn’t make it to the spotlight. One major example is when I invested in creating a streaming platform solely for Haitian music. The first phase failed after launch, but I’m still working on it because I believe entrepreneurship is about solving problems in society and not every business will be a success right away.
And honestly, my biggest risks are still ahead of me. I’m deeply committed to changing the face of Haiti, and that vision goes far beyond fashion. TMMG is one piece of the puzzle, but I know it will take bigger steps, some people might even say extreme steps, to really make a difference. Let’s just say, one day, I plan to take a risk so big it might have me running for the highest office in the country. For me, that’s not about politics, it’s about purpose.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.tmmgstore.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/tmmgstore
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tmmgstore
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tmmgstore/
- Twitter: https://x.com/tmmgstore
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@tmmgclothingbrand9693
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/young89-tm
