Inspired by the stories of the merchant sea captains of Cape Cod who traveled the world to profit from global trade, Michael Flanagan founded The Searchers Group in 2008 to create, finance, and produce consumer brands and invest in global trade. Michael’s work spans designer fashion, fine jewelry, beauty, wellness, swim, and footwear. The Searchers Group and Flanagan have driven growth and innovation for notable brands such as Rick Owens, Spinelli Kilcollin, Repetto, and Emily Ratajkowski’s Inamorata Swim.