Meet the Cohort
Meet Our 2025 Cohort


“The unconditional love that dogs give us is unparalleled. Their playful personalities and cute quirks inspire us everyday to come up with new and better products for them. We believe that dogs have the ability to lead and inspire people.”
Andres Hinestrosa and Ana Knotschke

Iwi Nails was born of a desire to see more of MY culture and identity reflected in the beauty industry. I started to create ʻāina inspired nail designs – designs that were based off of anything that fed me spiritually, mentally and physically. I was finally able to have nail designs that reflected my perspectives – and eventually I was able to share that feeling of belonging with my community.

“Iwi Nails was born of a desire to see more of MY culture and identity reflected in the beauty industry. I wanted an easy to use and long lasting nail product, but I was tired of the same old designs that didn't reflect my world.”
Līhau Willing


“At Poofy Organics, we believe your family deserves the cleanest, purest, best quality personal care, beauty and household products. We believe in the power of natural and organic ingredients that are toxin-FREE to help protect our loved ones.”
Auclair Walters and Ana Asuna