Alumni Corner

Nostalgic Scents of Hawai’i by HA’A & CO. started as Mother’s Day gifts for my beloved mom and aunties. We are a home and body fragrance line that captures Hawaii’s beloved flowers and the essence of local luxury. By staying true to each flower’s natural aroma we hope to bring our customers back to their “keiki day” (childhood) memories, a loved one, or your cherished Hawaiian vacation.

Mabï Artisanal Tea’s story is a compelling blend of history, tradition, and modern wellness. Rooted in a 200-year-old Caribbean beverage tradition, Mabï has evolved from a drink of necessity to a symbol of health and cultural preservation.

Nomads Swimwear creates luxe, sustainable swim and resort wear in sizes XS-5X. It is the trailblazing solution to glaring size-inclusivity and sustainability problems in the premium swimwear market.

Through my experience as a designer and plus-size model, I’ve seen how exclusionary the fashion industry can be. My passion for enacting change inspired me to create a swimwear brand that was everything I didn’t see on the market; luxe, size-inclusive, sustainable, and timeless. I hope that Nomads will lead the charge and inspire the fashion industry to design inclusively because it is important and the right thing to do.

Qhue is a dynamic and innovative brand rooted in the vibrant intersection of fragrance, fashion, beauty, and art. Founded with a passion for celebrating individuality and cultural diversity, Qhue Lifestyle offers a curated selection of premium products designed to enhance everyday life with style and sophistication.

Our mission is to inspire and empower our global community through unique fragrances that reflect the rich tapestry of our shared heritage. Discover the essence of modern elegance with Qhue.

Niramaya is an Indian-Inspired food company deeply focused on highlighting the incredible nutrition that heritage driven cooking packs into homestyle Indian recipes and is introducing the same with their first line of dips. These jars of dips are bursting with homestyle, streetstyle flavors and will soon be available in natural and organic retail store locations throughout the US. Each blend is thoughtfully curated with nutrient dense vegetables, digestive herbs + spices and exciting flavors. With no cooking requirements, anyone can enjoy these dips at any time of the day – just: dip, scoop or spread. Niramaya aims to elevate the convenience of everyday snacks and meals while increasing access to the rich heritage of Indian homestyle cuisine.

Sneakky Klean envisions a world where people can easily and conveniently extend the life of their sneakers and keep them looking their best, while also reducing waste and protecting the environment. We are committed to providing excellent customer service and using innovative and eco-friendly cleaning methods to achieve our vision. We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy their sneakers for years to come, without having to worry about the environmental impact of their care. We also offer a variety of sustainable options, such as our eco-friendly cleaning products and our sneaker recycling program.

ESTAS which stands for Every Scar Tells A Story was founded by Cristina Beltran and Alejandra Thompson, who both have a number of scars from various surgeries. At age 24, Cristina went into sudden cardiac arrest and later underwent an open-heart triple bypass surgery, leaving her with a six-inch scar down her chest. Alejandra has two c-section scars. Frustrated with the lack of skincare products dedicated to treating scars, they came together to develop a luxury scarcare routine rooted in the belief and desire that scars should be properly cared for and celebrated.

Janet & Jo. is a multi-award winning nail lacquer company named after founder, Kendra Woolridge’s two grandmothers—Janet and Jo. Through Janet & Jo. you can experience beauty without compromise, as all Janet & Jo. nail lacquers are free of the harmful ingredients and carcinogens commonly found in nail polishes. Behind every Janet & Jo. polish is a story. Tell your story with Janet & Jo.

CAVO is a home and lifestyle brand based in San Francisco, founded in June 2020 by two sisters, Femi and Naomi Adeyemo. We make soy, non-toxic, eco-friendly, good smells with a curated playlist paired for each scent.

Glow Recipe is a clean, fruit-forward, clinically effective skincare brand for glowing skin, sold at Sephora and glowrecipe.com. Co-founded by Sarah Lee and Christine Chang, the brand advocates for real skin acceptance, sustainability, and empowerment.