Today we chatted with team member Martha Colon founder of Meow Cleeva®. What started as a logo has now evolved into a comic character for a book series and animation shorts. Through her illustrations Martha captures the moments in the life of her fashion-forward character Meow Cleeva®, a vaudeville performer in the sleepless city working undercover as a fancy dog walker! Read more about her work below.

2020 has been a challenging year for so many and in the midst of that turmoil, psychologist Monica Yepes felt drawn to use her extensive knowledge in aromatherapy to create Motus. An aromatherapy wellness company that supports your body and mind. She shared with us what she’s learned from running a new business and how she juggles a career, running a business and being a mom.

Welcome new team member Soleil Carlos founder of Mama Sun Ceramics where she makes functional yet eclectic pottery. For Soleil, her business Mama Sun embodies everything she aims to be as a person: helpful, beautiful, communal, functional and strong. Lean more about the inspiration behind her beautiful pieces.

Welcome new team member Arza Gilad! In 2002, Azra started Arzadesign LLC based on her love for art and accessories. She specializes in creating unique handbags, combining chic and usability. Arza shares her perspective on the changes so many businesses are going through as a result of the pandemic along with lessons she’s learned from being a founder.

Avocado jewelry?! Yes! Meet team member Susan Rae Tannenbaum, owner of the jewelry company VioletRae. Susan makes unique jewelry and accessories whose designs she says are, "a collaboration of the materials used." After the pandemic closed down her studio she applied this philosophy to everyday materials around her. Find out how she created an entirely new jewelry line in the midst of a pandemic.

Meet Team Member Lana Nevsky, the proud founder and CEO of Brooklyn-based soap company, AMAZING I AM. Lana shares with us how she stands out in the marketplace and her advice to anyone running a business.