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Where are they now: Target Accelerators alumni ambassadors

Where are they now: Target Accelerators alumni ambassadors

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Where are they now: Target Accelerators alumni ambassadors

Now introducing the 2023 Target Accelerators Alumni Ambassadors! Click the image above to learn how the founders of DEUX, Nopalera, PO’UP! Card Game, Sanzo, and STINA&MAE have leveled up their brands by applying and participating in a Target Accelerators program. Learn more about each of their brands below:

Sabeena Ladha, CEO & Founder | Target Takeoff Food & Beverage 2021

Nostalgic snacks enhanced with vitamins, collagen, & protein — vegan & gluten free too, duh.

Read more about Sabeena’s experience during the Target Takeoff Food & Beverage 2021 cohort HERE.


Sandra Velasquez, CEO & Founder | Target Takeoff Beauty 2022

Mexican botanicals for bath & body. They take their inspiration from the Nopal for its versatility, resilience, and cultural symbolism.

Learn more about how business has been doing for Sandra after participating in the Target Takeoff Beauty 2022 cohort HERE.


Lizz Rene, CEO & Founder | Target Forward Founders Cohort 2

PO’ UP! Card Game is the first Black collegiate drinking card game that will give you nostalgia and make you PO’ UP (i.e. drink)!


 Sandro Roco, CEO & Founder | Target Takeoff Food & Beverage 2021

Sanzo’s mission is to bridge cultures by connecting people with authentic flavors. Our flagship product is the 1st Asian-inspired sparkling water, made with real fruit and no added sugar.

Read more about Sandro’s experience during the Target Takeoff Food & Beverage 2021 cohort HERE.


Mishell Ekunsirinde, CEO & Founder

STINA & MAE is an organic baby essentials and gifting company focusing on capturing the awe moments.


 

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