Kimberly Spector Nair & Bjorn NairAndBjorn.com Having her own business has always been a passion for Kimberly Spector. A Southern California native, she started her own business over a year ago. While out walking in their neighborhood with their dog Nemo, they came upon a stray that they kept and named Mowgli, who quickly became the inspiration for her business Nair & Bjorn. Kimberly has always loved dogs, and decided to create a business making unique, fun and stylish handmade accessories and donating 5% of the proceeds to no-kill animal shelters. As the business grows, she hopes to increase her donations to shelters across the United States. The company’s mantra is Shop. Donate. Make A Difference.
Jessica Taylor Shaka Soap Shaka-Soap.com Jessica Taylor, mom of two and founder of Shaka Soap, immediately fell in love with the amazing culture and beautiful landscapes of Hawaii. The appreciation for the land and sea is time-honored by the Hawaiian people, and something Jessica desperately wanted to creatively emulate. Thus began Shaka Soap. What began as a soap venture quickly became a passion for Jessica. She went from cold process soaps, to glycerin soaps, to lotions, lip balms, and more; constantly researching every aspect of her craft from initial ingredients to finished product. Living on the Big Island of Hawaii, her creativity is constantly stimulated, keeping her eager and excited to create even more.