In Conversation with Jill Apgar of Coco Beans

Describe Coco Beans in a few words? Coco Beans uses the natural magic of 100% silk to deliver better sleep for little beans (and parents, too). 100% silk is naturally hypoallergenic and temperature regulating and the smooth surface makes it ideal for delicate hair and skin! Our first product is a 100% silk crib sheet. …Read More

In Conversation with Nicole Kraft of Bellamare Designs

Describe your business in a few words? Personalized handmade sentiments. What made you take the leap to start your own business? I have wanted to start my own business for many years, but making the first stride felt inconceivable. It was only when I stopped making excuses as to why not or when to that…Read More

In Conversation with Ashi Jelinek of KidsLuv

Describe your business in a few words? KidsLuv is the first ZERO sugar, vitamin enhanced beverage for kids. KidsLuv is Vegan, Kosher, Gluten Free and Non-GMO. It comes in a recyclable, resealable, straw free drink carton. What made you take the leap to start your own business? After having my son I was searching for…Read More

In Conversation with Andrea Ippolito of SimpliFed

Describe your business in a few words? SimpliFed is a virtual lactation and infant feeding support platform providing answers through a secure, online, video-based connection from international board certified lactation consultants. What made you take the leap to start your own business? Two years ago, my daughter Mae was born early and underweight, and she…Read More

In Conversation with Allison Kasirer of Robyn

Describe your business in a few words? Robyn connects aspiring, expecting and new parents with parental wellness providers, resources and classes for their unique path to parenthood. What made you take the leap to start your own business? Robyn was born out of my own personal fertility journey. After countless procedures, false hopes, negative pregnancy…Read More

In Conversation with Author Julie A. Stamm

Describe your mission in a few words? My goal is to normalize disability. Through my children’s book, I will support the children and families that suffer from a chronic illness. What made you take the leap? When looking for materials for my young son to relate to in terms of having a parent with a…Read More

In Conversation with Jennifer Chow of Nurture Life

Describe your business in a few words? Nurture Life is creating a whole new standard for kids food by providing fresh, nutritionally balanced, ready-to-eat meals delivered directly to customers’ doors that kids love to eat and parents are proud to serve. What made you take the leap to start your own business? When I became…Read More

In Conversation with Jennifer Kapahi of trèStiQue

In 2015, you co-founded trèStiQue with your business partner Jack. How did you know he was the right partner for this venture?  Jack had an equal vision for a brand – a brand that simplifies the beauty routine. Also Jack had a complimentary skill set to mine with a focus in operations, supply chain and…Read More

In conversation with Eliza Blank of The Sill

You founded The Sill back in 2012 with the help of Kickstarter. Can you share more about how this helped catapult your business forward? Any best practice tips for our readers who would want to use Kickstarter for their businesses? Starting a Kickstarter campaign allowed me to validate my initial concept for The Sill. Creating…Read More