Jewelry with a Point of View: The Julie Vos Story Julie Vos founded her namesake jewelry brand in 2006, fueled by a passion for designing the kind of jewelry she desired to wear and a knack for identifying a niche in the market for high-end fashion jewelry crafted with the
GoMacro: From Healing to a Health Revolution GoMacro, the maker of plant-based MacroBars®, began with a personal journey of healing and blossomed into a mission-driven brand now known across the country. Founded in 2004 by mother-daughter duo Amelia Kirchoff and Jola Sonkin, the company traces its roots to a small
Cara Cara: A Startup Story Rooted in Style, Friendship, and Motherhood In 2019, on the Upper East Side of New York City, three women—Julia Brown, Sasha Martin, and Katie Hobbs—found themselves in the same season of life: juggling careers, raising young children, and craving something creatively fulfilling. What began as
The Eyebobs Startup Story: How Julie Allinson Brought Style to Readers Everywhere Julie Allinson didn’t set out to start an eyewear revolution—but that’s exactly what she did. In 2001, while shopping for reading glasses, Allinson grew increasingly frustrated with the limited options available. What she found were either cheap, flimsy
SAYLOR: Where California Cool Meets Manhattan Edge It all started with a trip out west. New York designer Jillian Shatken had spent years immersed in the fast-paced fashion culture of the East Coast when a week-long getaway to Los Angeles shifted her perspective. She found herself captivated by L.A.’s nouveau
Vieve: Where Artistry, Culture, and Conscious Luxury Meet Vieve is a woman-owned, luxury resort brand founded by fashion industry veteran Genevieve Treacy. Born from her deep-rooted love of travel and appreciation for handcrafted beauty, Vieve blends a modern, free-spirited aesthetic with the rich traditions of the Wayuu women of Colombia’s
Sun Smarts with Style: How Marta Phillips Built SunGrubbies to Protect and Empower SunGrubbies was founded in 1997 by Marta Phillips, a San Diego native and lifelong beach lover who was tired of choosing between sun safety and style. As an avid beach volleyball player, Marta knew firsthand how hot,
From Boarding Gates to Business Goals: How Shay Mitchell Packed Purpose into BÉIS What happens when a globetrotting actress and new mom can’t find travel gear that matches her lifestyle? She builds it herself. Enter BÉIS—the brainchild of actress, producer, and entrepreneur Shay Mitchell—a travel and lifestyle brand redefining the
Meet the VentureMom Behind SunGrubbies: Marta Phillips’ Mission to Protect with Style SunGrubbies was founded in 1997 by Marta Phillips, a San Diego native and lifelong beach lover who was tired of choosing between sun safety and style. As an avid beach volleyball player, Marta knew firsthand how hot, thick,
From Runway to Resort: How Jeanne Daniel Turned Global Inspiration into Bella Tu Jeanne Daniel’s journey from luxury retail executive to founder of the resort wear brand Bella Tu is a testament to how travel, artistry, and a passion for timeless design can converge into a meaningful second act. Raised