This Former Flight Attendant and Her Roommate Started a Side Hustle With Just $2,000 Each. Then It Earned Them Nearly $600,000 — and Counting.

This Side Hustle Spotlight Q&A features Rachael Leina’ala Soares and Heather Aiu, co-founders of ALOHA Collection, which carries “versatile bags and pouches designed for everyday use.” Responses have been edited for length and clarity.

What was your day job (or other sources of income) when you started your side hustle?
Back when we were roommates starting our side hustle, Heather was in real estate looking for an opportunity to start her own business, and Rachael was an international flight attendant with a suitcase full of ideas.

When did you start your side hustle, and where did you find the inspiration for it?
The initial spark came in 2014 from real-world problems: Rachael’s

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