article thumbnail

72 American Business Owners on What Motivated Them To Become Entrepreneurs

BigCommerce

Edie Ramstad, Owner, Weave Got Maille. In 2007, while pregnant with my third child, I became aware of how toxic most personal care products are. Owner and Smile Maker at Taffy Shop, Taffy Shop. Taffy has nostalgia to it. It takes you back to simpler times and makes people happy. That’s why we started our business. A healthy investment.

article thumbnail

234 American Business Owners on Starting, Scaling and Staying Inspired

BigCommerce

I added gourmet chocolates and began in 2007! – Edie Ramstad, Owner, Weave Got Maille. In 2007, while pregnant with my third child, I became aware of how toxic most personal care products are. – Edie Ramstad, Owner, Weave Got Maille. – Nicole Facciuto. Founder, Corky’s Nuts.