Client Successes
Since 2020, WOI has provided pro bono counsel to startups and other businesses owned by individuals identifying as women, Black, Asian, Hispanic, LGBTQ+ and Iberian Peninsulan, as well as veterans, several of whom identify as members of multiple minority groups. While increasing awareness of the program has attracted more qualified venture-backable candidates seeking support, WOI also supports entrepreneurs opening or operating coffee shops, hair salons, and other similar, community-oriented small businesses. Included below are some of their success stories.
Food Explorers, LLC, founded by Katie Shephard, teaches delicious and interactive cooking classes for kids with a “food-neutral” approach. With the goal of building a positive relationship with food for the younger generation, Food Explorers are a no-pressure environment for kids to explore with their senses. With the firm’s assistance, Katie was able to sign […]
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Knomee, Inc., founded by Marla Sofer, is a pre-seed company formed by financial and tech industry veterans in order to revolutionize how personal data is captured, managed and shared. The company’s goal is to empower financial wellness through personalized financial services. Knomee uses the latest behavioral science data to help people drive the changes necessary to […]
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Sand Bars Handcrafted, founded by Natalia Sandor, are handcrafted, locally sourced ice cream sandwiches made with her homemade chocolate chip cookie and simple ice cream flavors. While working with Wiggin and Dana on a variety of legal services, Natalia was able to apply and obtain a trademark for the name Sand Bars Handcrafted. The firm […]
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Holmes Mouthwatering, founded in Cleveland, Ohio by a then 15-year-old entrepreneur Ethan Holmes, strives to deliver fresh applesauce from nature’s finest ingredients. With ingredients including crisp apples, juicy pears, luscious strawberries, sweet peaches, and tangy cider, Holmes provides a balanced snack for all. With community, quality and family at its roots, Holmes curates a product […]
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Super Dirt, co-founded by Kristin and Ryan O’Connor, is a direct-to-consumer food product company that provides shelf-stable food products that focus on human and environmental health. While working with Wiggin and Dana, Kristin and Ryan were able to form their LLC, create investor documents and provide general counsel. “These services have been critical to our […]
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Kabila, a co-founder matching app and global community for tech startup founders developed by James Oliver, Jr., aims to provide startups with potential matches without unconscious biases by displaying those without regard for education, work history, gender or ethnicity. While working with Wiggin and Dana, James was able to offer five members of his community […]
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Sprxng, a next-generation developer of menstrual products founded by Phyllis Mugadza, developed the first reusable menstrual product that includes a therapy for menstrual pain. Wiggin and Dana worked with Phyllis to trademark the name and logo for Sprxng and register a provisional patent for the product that Phyllis invented. She was able to register her […]
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Locks of Liz Haircare, founded by Lizbeth Marquez-Flores, provides plant-based products that help style, manage and enhance all curl types. Due to its unique plant-derived ingredients, the aromatic shampoo and conditioner ease the hassle of wash days. Wiggin and Dana worked with Lizbeth to obtain patents and trademarks to safely bring her formulas to manufacturers […]
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OSJ ℞, founded by Daniel Castellanos, is a Tier II Cannabis-Related Business (CRB) manufacturer and distributor of ancillary medical cannabis devices and supplies. OSJ ℞ develops sustainable ancillary cannabis products that help patients dose their medication void of harmful chemicals and aid in establishing the benefits of medical cannabis treatment. Their core product, BRAZIER™ is […]
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Petmo, founded by Maureen Frederique, is a taxi service for pets and their people. Petmo makes it easy to travel with your pet or for your pet to travel unaccompanied. They offer first-class on-demand pet chauffeur services that ensure travel is stress-free. They accommodate your specific needs with accessories such as walk-up ramps, crates/kennels, carriers, […]
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Healthy PlanEat, founded by Rosemary Ostfeld, is an online marketplace where local farmers committed to sustainable growing practices and food artisans can sell directly to local customers. Farmers can upload inventory, set distribution options and manage incoming orders from individuals as well as wholesale buyers. Healthy PlanEat is committed to working with USDA Certified Organic […]
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Pawsome Pet Products, founded by Brandon Ross, specializes in premium backpack pet carriers that are multifunctional. The Pawsome Pet Carrier backpack comes with features like front and back carry, full lumbar support, a smart device charger pocket, petting pockets and a built-in hands-free retractable leash making it great for active pet owners or pets that […]
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Nestl is a women-owned business dedicated to improving the health and safety of communities through innovative design. They provide health-centered furniture to support people in their most vulnerable moments. Their products include lactation space solutions and portable hand washing stations designed to support physical and mental health. Wiggin and Dana worked with Nestl’s CEO, Stephanie […]
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Aralea, a small business founded by Shawna Lattimore, PhD, had created a new fermentation process for sweet potatoes and other plant-based options in order to create alternatives to dairy products such as yogurt and cheese. The process results in options that don’t trigger food sensitivities, allergies, or inflammation. In addition, sweet potatoes have one of […]
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Unsiloed, founded by Love Odih Kumuyi, is a leading independent consulting and advisory enterprise based in New York and engaging globally across fields and sectors that gives organizations access to a collective of practitioners dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. The Unsiloed Method is grounded in transformative dialogue principles and founded on the core belief […]
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Nano Air Mask LLC is a face mask company started by Native New Yorkers who wanted to help amidst the ongoing pandemic, particularly the Latina and Black communities where they grew up. Nano Air Mask LLC offers its high-quality nanofiber face masks through online distribution to the general public, professional sports teams, companies and cultural […]
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CourtRoom5, founded by former college professors, Dr. Sonja Ebron and Dr. Debra Slone, is a start-up that provides pro se litigants with a toolbox so they can level the playing field and more effectively represent themselves in civil cases. Their services include providing document templates, tutorials, legal research, and docket management. Their litigation support tools have been […]
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