Rafael Hernandez is the founder of Alfred Lane, a personal and home fragrance brand that generates $19,000 monthly revenue. Starting with solid colognes as an alternative to traditional spray colognes, Rafael has expanded the product line to include oil-based colognes and home fragrances like candles and room sprays. Since its inception in 2013, Alfred Lane has grown into a thriving business with both online and wholesale customers across multiple countries.

Eman Bachani, the founder of Meraki Design House started her Asian-inspired handcrafted footwear business in July 2018. The company offers high-quality, handmade leather flats that combine traditional South Asian footwear, such as Juttis and Khussas, with modern design elements. The brand focuses on serving two key customer segments: South Asians seeking representation and those drawn to unique, handcrafted products. Despite challenges, including operating a seasonal business in a cold climate and navigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Meraki has managed to thrive through strategic influencer marketing, pop-up events, and a direct-to-consumer sales model. As of 2021, the company earns $15,000 in monthly revenue, with plans to expand its customer base and improve the shopping experience.