CEO of Show Stoppers
1. What is your business?
I invented a new industrial grade fashion tape called ShowStoppers that keeps your fashion fastened. The product can fix a revealing dress, close a shirt gap, conceal bra straps, or create a perfect hem. Check us out at www.showstopshop.com
2. Why did you launch this business?
When I left college, I found myself in a career where I had to wear a uniform every day that consisted of a suit and a button up shirt. I was one of the many working women who felt uncomfortable and insecure about my clothes because of one reason, the gap in my button up shirt. Every time I would buy a button up it would fit everywhere except for my boobs. I tried everything- Velcro, snaps, hooks, safety pins (they would poke holes in my shirt) and sewing the gap, but none of it worked so I developed ShowStoppers. Finally, I had a durable solution that wouldn’t ruin my clothes and allowed me to feel comfortable, confident, and classy!
3. What gives you your greatest pleasure in your business?
I love watching members of my team pitch ShowStoppers. I am so inspired by their passion when they talk about our durable solution that empowers women to feel comfortable in their clothes.
4. Where have you run into challenges in your business?
I have put together the most amazing team of women, however, some of them are my friends. It can be a huge challenge managing friends, and it is something I definitely need to work on. Since we are a start-up, there is a large amount work and I have to ensure that every team member is as focused as I am about ShowStoppers.
5. What is a key resource that has helped you and might also help other business owners?
My mentor, Tina Aldatz, the President of Foot Petals. It has been the most incredible experience working with Tina, she gives me the support and guidance I need every step of the way. I know there are many successes that I owe to her and I just don’t think I will ever be able to thank her enough!
