Karen Tappin is WEALF's Newest Entrepreneur

Welcome Karen Tappin founder of Karen's Body Beautiful and Women’s Enterprise Action Loan Fund’s newest entrepreneur.  In 2003, alarmed by the presence of unhealthy chemical ingredients in hair, body and bath products on the market, Karen researched the cosmetic and therapeutic properties of natural ingredients and experimented with making her own line of natural products.  In 3 months, Karen transitioned her modest home-based business, of healthy, nourishing beauty products into a success story. She is selling directly to consumers on her website, and select retail outlets and will soon be opening a Body Beautiful store in New Jersey.  Make your hair naturally chic today; visit Karen’s website to see all her products.

Nikki Carrington Joins WEALF Family

Welcome Nikki Carrington, Licensed Esthetician, owner and creator of HAVYN® Skincare & Spa, beauty products that heal, and Women’s Enterprise Action Loan Fund’s newest entrepreneur.  Growing up in Barbados Nikki turned her struggle with skin conditions into a passion; garnering knowledge on how specific oils from plants had the power to regenerate skin cells on a consistent and effective basis.  She used her knowledge to develop a line of natural and organic products that are a safe way to achieve great skin. Make an appointment for a facial or other spa services at her salon in Dumbo or shop her full line of products on her site.  Support all our women entrepreneurs, learn more about WEALF today.

WEALF remembers the first women entrepreneur this Women's History Month

As Women’s History month comes to a close, the Women’s Enterprise Action Loan Fund remembers Lydia Pinkham 1819-1883, one of the first women entrepreneurs and creator of Pinkam’s Vegetable compound. It was one of the most popular patented medicines of the 19th century.  Like many women entrepreneur’s, Lydia began by giving her home brewed remedy.  Her neighbors loved the relief it provided for menstrual cramps, so when Lydia’s family fell on financial hard times she accepted money for her concoction.  In 1875 she officially launched her business; a business that is still a success today, almost 150 years later.  This month honor Lydia and all women in business by learning more about WEALF; and help our entrepreneurs continue to grow to their businesses. #WomensHistoryMonth #LydiaPinkham #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #SmallBusiness

Karen Van Ingen is WEALF's Newest Entreprenuer

Women’s Enterprise Action Loan Fund welcomes its’ newest entrepreneur, Karen Van Ingen, owner and founder of Kalo Karma dog biscuits. Inspired by her dog Lola, Karen researched and developed recipes for healthy, all natural treats and foods; the result is Kalo Karma. Available in cheese, peanut butter, and low-calorie training treats; all biscuits are made from all natural, organic ingredients. The cookies have received rave reviews from the dogs in the WEALF family so treat your dog today and order directly from the website.

Ashley Warmington joins CORE Real Estate NYC

Ashley Warmington, WEALF entrepreneur and owner of Cozy Oasis is increasing her ability to assist landlords by joining the team at CORE, a luxury boutique real estate firm, as an agent.  Ashley will continue to assist landlords with short-term rentals through Cozy Oasis and as part of CORE she will be able to assist landlords with long term rentals.  Congratulations Ashley on increasing your abilities in the real estate market.

SPAdet becomes a client of Columbia Business School's Small Business Consultancy Program

WEALF entrepreneur Annabelle Santos’s company SPAdet is now a client of Columbia Business School Small Business Consulting Program.  Six MBA graduate students and Annabelle will work together toward the goal of doubling her business in 1 year, by analyzing the current business model and researching potential market opportunities.  The program will culminate with a presentation to the top consulting firms in the nation.  Congratulations Annabelle on this opportunity to grow your business.  

Brooklyn Soda Works to start new venture

After 6 years Caroline Mak, of Brooklyn Soda Works, is making a big change… The Company is moving out of its production space at the former Pfizer building and hoping to open a cocktail bar!

The new project will combine Caroline and her partner's love of music with fun, boozy, carbonated cocktails (all made with the delicious sodas that Brooklyn Soda Works, has making for years). They are in the very early stages of making the bar a reality so they would love to hear from those who  want to find out more, or if you’re interested in helping with investment.  Caroline can be reached at caroline@brooklynsodaworks.com