Lumio
In the fall of 2012, Max Gunawan conceived a design for a light that allows people to have beautiful lighting—anywhere.
Nido Kitchen & Bar
In October of 2013 Cory and Silvia McCollow opened the doors to their restaurant, Nido, which means nest in Spanish.
D&H
After twenty years in the jewelry business Shawn Higgins was questioning whether he wanted to stay in an industry that can be harmful to people and the environment.
Brown Sugar Kitchen
A soul food restaurant owned by Tanya Holland and located in West Oakland. This East Bay gem has been featured in many places and often cited for pioneering Oakland’s thriving restaurant scene.