Meet the Founder: Keegan Fong of Woon Kitchen

Growing up in the skate culture of suburban Los Angeles, Keegan’s teenage home became the hangout house.

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Meet the Founder: Sean McDonald of Melting Forest

Tapping into ten years of experience in the health and wellness sector, Sean was confident that his next venture was going to mushroom into something big.

Meet the Founder: Nicole Bernard Dawes of Nixie Beverage Company

Passionate entrepreneurs are driven by more than just the bottom line. They’re motivated by creating, innovating, and changing the landscape.

Meet the Founders: Debbie, Jack, and Meghan Dowd of Cado Avocado Ice Cream

A lifelong commitment to healthy living inspired the Dowd family to reinvent their favorite frozen dessert.

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Meet The Founder: Carly Stein of Beekeeper’s Naturals

Beekeeper's Naturals offers health-boosting products like propolis throat spray while also promoting sustainable practices for pollinators.

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Meet the Founders: Allan and Candace Tea of Cali Dumpling

Married for just three days when the 2020 pandemic shut down in-person dining at their family restaurants, Allan and Candace sidelined their honeymoon plans.

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Meet the Founders: Louis-Pascal Walsh and Frederick 'Flick' Mooradian of Tequio

What makes a truly exceptional tequila soda? For Louis-Pascal and Frederick, the answer lies in authenticity, starting with the source. That's why they partnered with Guillermo 'Willy' Bañuelos, a third-generation Tequilero whose passion for tradition and flavor infuses every can of Tequio.

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Meet the Founder: Manny Ferreira of Manny’s Ultimate Mixes

What makes a Bloody Mary truly unforgettable? For Manny, the passionate founder of Manny's Ultimate Mixes, the answer lies in a blend of tradition and a touch of mystery.

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Meet the Founders: Daphne Hedley and Diane Wong of Mekhala

Meet Mekhala: a brand built on passion, courage, and the determination of three women. Though they faced the heartbreaking loss of their co-founder Jang, sisters Daphne and Diane are carrying on their shared mission.

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Meet the Founder: Loren Brill Castle of Sweet Loren’s

Sweet Loren’s is inspired by a story of survival. After battling cancer in her early 20s, Loren realized the importance of healthy eating—but she certainly wasn't about to give up her love of sweets! In addition to being vegan and gluten-free, each batch of Sweet Loren’s cookie dough is made entirely from scratch using her own recipes.

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Meet the Founders: Paul Bertolli and Tom Garrity of Fra’ Mani

Say buongiorno to Fra’ Mani! Specializing in Old World Italian sausages, Berkeley-based Fra’ Mani was founded by Paul (an acclaimed chef and cookbook author) and Tom (a food-loving finance lawyer).

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Meet the Founder: Denise Woodard of Partake Foods

Ever feel that pang of worry when reaching for a snack, especially if food allergies are in the picture? For Denise, this wasn't just a hypothetical—it was her family's reality.

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