Month: June 2026
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Meet UCSB alum Daphne Subar, Founder of Subarzsweets
Tell us about your company: Subarzsweets specializes in making gifting meaningful and intentional again. We ship a beautifully curated box of delicious Subarz (a cross between a cookie and biscotti) anywhere in the United States accompanied by a handwritten note. What inspired you to start your business? My three daughters inspired and challenged me to…
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Meet Northwestern alum Lynette Kruk, Founder of LIXMIX
Tell us about your company: LIXMIX is a premium ready-to-drink espresso brand inspired by global travel, petite desserts, and the joy of small indulgences. We create bold, dessert-inspired coffee flavors like Strawberry Kiss and Dulce de Leche in sleek petite cans designed to feel playful, elevated, and effortlessly chic. Our mission is to bring café-level…
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Meet UCLA alum Jen Yu, Co-Founder Jaxon Lane
Tell us about your company: We’re a California-based husband and wife team. We started Jaxon Lane because Alex was always stealing Jen’s skincare products. Our recipe for success: clinically tested actives + age-old Korean skincare ingredients, formulated with elite dermatologists. Our first product, the Bro Mask, is a celebrity favorite, and loved by guys like Nick…
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Meet Northwestern and U of Wisconsin alum Eli Mash, Founder of Mákor Coffee
Tell us about your company: Màkor Coffee is an organic coffee brand built around a simple idea: make your daily coffee do more. Our signature Moments Blend combines high-quality organic Arabica coffee with organic cacao and a small blend of whole-food ingredients like turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, chaga, and cayenne. It’s designed for people who…
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Meet UCLA alum Tanisha Pitts, Founder of Dreamy Vegan
Tell us about your company: Dreamy Vegan is where nostalgia meets plant-based indulgence. We create whimsical, dairy-free ice cream treats that bring back childhood memories with every bite. Our handcrafted, high-quality flavors are inspired by classic desserts, reimagined in a fun and ethical way. Dreamy Vegan isn’t just about ice cream—it’s about joy, playfulness, and…
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Meet Michigan State alum: Jack Joseph, Co-Founder of RMBR
Tell us about your company: RMBR (pronounced “remember”) is a Chicago-based functional beverage company reimagining the role of kombucha in everyday life. We create crushable, sparkling probiotic teas designed for modern rituals – moments of daily unwind, social connection, and intentional living. While traditional kombucha can be overly acidic and polarizing, RMBR takes a flavor-first…
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