Our city is home to so many incredible businesses and so we asked the founders how they came up with the ideas for their businesses and have shared their responses below.

Salana Sims

Keyanta Koils was launched after experiencing years of androgenic alopecia. I searched high and low for a solution to reduce the inflammation, itching and hair loss. Androgenic alopecia is a pattern hair loss that causes someone to lose hair unexpectedly. Read More>>

David Morgan

The spark for Ho Chi Momma was lit during a trip to Vietnam in 2017. Walking through the streets, I was blown away by the street food vendors—mostly women—serving some of the best food I’d ever tasted, all with the most minimal setups. Read More>>

Marco Lopez

Starting Spektator was a natural progression of my passion for music and art. At the time I wanted a platform that could showcase my own music and artwork. Beyond that it was a great creative outlet in terms of sound and visual identity, something that wasn’t just about trends but about energy, friends and authenticity. Read More>>

Harley

The inspiration for Pellair 1977 blossomed from my journey as a dedicated hairdresser. Working extensively with men’s hair, I often found myself grappling with the challenge of sourcing a product that could deliver the perfect balance of hold and shine. Read More>>