a $1 million business EMILY MATSON “Going to college is something I have always wanted to do,” Matson said. “I think that being a college student will allow me enough time to pursue my studies as well as other interests and continue being involved with Emi-Jay and even other internship/work opportunities outside of the classroom.” Matson, co-founder of ”Emi+Jay,” is currently a junior as the Buckley School in Sherman Oaks, Calif. The summer of 2011 Matson interned at “O,” the Oprah Magazine. She has many plans for the future. Matson plans to intern for fashion designer, L’Wren Scott, in Paris this summer. MEET THE GIRLS While Matson and Goldmark continue to run their business, they’re still normal teenagers. Matson hopes to become a magazine editor while Goldmark aspires to be a stylist. The Olsen twins are a big influence on Matson’s style whereas Blake Lively influences Goldmark’s decision in clothing. Goldmark loves a big bag of sour patch kids, but Matson loves her french fries. Matson hopes to be living in Paris in ten years and Goldmark is excited to try and live in New York. Both of the girls hate being disorganized. Everything is always very neat and in tip top shape. Goldmark even admits to being a germaphobe. Matson is always up for a day at the beach, but Goldmark’s ready to hit the slopes in the winter.
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Julianne Goldmark (left) and Emily Matson (right)
HOPES FOR THE FUTURE As “Emi+Jay” continues its successful progress, Matson and Goldmark say they have big plans for the future. Becoming more popular, spreading the product to more stores across the country, and thinking of more and more products are some of the many new ideas for the company. “I would love for us to continue to grow as a small, multigenerational business. However, licensing is something that we’ve discussed recently and would love the opportunity to partner with larger businesses,” Matson said. “We also would love to expand into other products aside from just hair ties and continue to expand our social media and social philanthropy presence. The sky’s the limit!” ∞
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