Jack Schrupp started a whole foods-based protein powder company from his kitchen, somewhat by accident. Last year, he had over $2 million in sales. A teacher, with an affinity for athletics, particularly skiing,
ILIA Beauty forays further into skincare with an eye cream made of upcycled and plant-based ingredients. Sasha Plavsic, founder of ILIA, has always prioritized skincare in the cosmetics she formulates, arguing that it
Leah Stigile moved every year in her 20s from apartment to apartment. It was an experience that taught her to cherish the simple things, like a good hot shower. As an entrepreneur who
Priyanka Jain and Laine Bruzek want to close the gender gap in healthcare. And they’re talking about vaginas, in particular. With their new company, Evvy, which launched earlier this year, they’re targeting an
The holiday season is always an opportunity to give your time and presence to your loved ones. But if you’re looking to add on a special gift, here are some thoughtful gifts that
Troubadour Goods founders Samuel Bail and Abel Samet are on a quest to make bags that are functional but also eco-friendly. It’s not been a straightforward journey. “We’re not bag experts. We started
The pour over has become one of the easiest and most popular ways of brewing coffee. But it relies on a filter, which is typically made of paper. Yes, there are alternatives such
This week, Unifi, a company known for producing recycled materials out of waste, announced its Textile Takeback™ initiative: this textile-to-textile infrastructure program is designed to recycle a polyester-based supply chain and post-consumer fabric
Voormi is an American-made outdoor brand, making garments primarily out of wool. Started by ex-Microsoft employee Dan English, it’s an experiment in materials innovation with natural fibers. Timm Smith, chief technology officer at
Drinkware company MiiR started a new tradition in 2019 during the chaos of Black Friday. They decided to give 100 percent of their sales to a nonprofit. Three years later, it’s become a
