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BIPOC & Women-Owned Suppliers

One of the easiest ways to support women and BIPOC communities (Black, Indigenous and people of color) is to buy from companies they own. Back in 2020, we searched for a list highlighting these suppliers in our industry, but this proved harder to find than we thought it should be. So, we decided to build a list ourselves. This guide is the result. We’ll keep adding to the guide as we grow these partnerships.

BRANDS / Fossa & Apparel

Where Streetwear Meets Sportswear – Meets You

When Judy and daughter Michelle founded Fossa in 2007, their mission was to introduce trendy, retail-quality apparel to women and men in the corporate world. With more than a decade building a household name, while collecting multiple accolades along the way, Fossa’s family-owned business has become one of the most desirable apparel companies in the promo industry.

Fossa Outdoor apparel

*Pricing based on 1 location, 1-color imprint

BRANDS / Le Bon Shoppe

Minimal & timeless wardrobe staples

Le Bon Shoppe, meaning “The Good Shop”, offers a curated selection of everyday pieces that are both simple and stylish. The brand’s mission is to provide a one-stop shop for products that make you look and feel good. With a focus on simplicity and wearability, Le Bon Shoppe sets out to bring together hard-to-find items that effortlessly elevate your daily look.

Le Bon socks & accessories

*Pricing based on 1 location, 1-color imprint

BRANDS / Dri Duck

Durable gear built for more than work

Dri Duck is made up of a strong leadership team consisting of President Jason Krakow and VP of Sales & Marketing Nicole Parker. They bring a wealth of experience in retail, manufacturing, sports licensing, and apparel sourcing. Dri Duck is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas and also operates a distribution center in Edwardsville, Kansas.

Dri Duck apparel & accessories

*Pricing based on 1 location, 1-color imprint

BRANDS / Big Heart Tea

Direct trade teas & certified organic herbs

Big Heart Tea Co. was founded in 2012 by Lisa Govro and Kunthearath Nhek-Morrissey with the mission of making healing herbs and teas more fun and accessible. The company started selling its teas at farmers’ markets and street fairs using a 1969 camper trailer. Big Heart Tea prides itself on using certified organic or direct trade ingredients and local, sustainable packaging. As a female-founded company, Big Heart Tea is committed to promoting wellness through its delicious and eco-friendly products.

Big Heart Tea

*Pricing based on 1 location, 1-color imprint

BRANDS / Modern Sprout

Connecting people and plants

Co-founders Sarah & Nick started Modern Sprout to bring a practical solution for growing herbs in small spaces and busy lifestyles. With a focus on purposeful planting, minimal friction, and design, the Chicago-based company sources materials domestically whenever possible, supporting their community through local manufacturing, assembly, and shipping.

Modern Sprout plants & accessories

*Pricing based on 1 location, 1-color imprint

BRANDS / ELEMENTAL

Eco-friendly everyday

Engineers Seth and Vinh discovered their shared passion for improving people’s lives and the planet while addressing the need for water. With Seth’s creativity and Vinh’s technical expertise, they co-founded Elemental in 2016 to launch a reusable water bottle and to create a healthier, more sustainable future through functional consumer products.

Elemental drinkware & apparel

*Pricing based on 1 location, 1-color imprint

BRANDS / Hedley & Bennett

Damn good kitchen gear

The goal of Hedley & Bennett is to inspire confidence and encourage creativity in the kitchen. For over 10 years, the Hedley team, led by founder Ellen Bennett, has strived to produce the best-looking and most functional aprons and kitchen gear. The company began in a restaurant kitchen to address the demand for an apron that combined functionality with aesthetics and this philosophy remains at the forefront of their operations.

Hedley & Bennett

*Pricing based on 1 location, 1-color imprint

BRANDS / Ettitude

Better for the planet and in bed

Ettitude was established in 2014 by Phoebe Yu and Kat Dey with a vision to revolutionize the bedding and homeware industry.
They offer customers a range of products made using advanced fabric technologies, with a focus on reducing the environmental impact and supporting a healthy planet. Their patented CleanBamboo material is a testament to this goal, as it is both incredibly soft and sustainably produced. The company’s name, Ettitude, reflects their commitment to eco-consciousness.

Ettitude blanket & accessories

*Pricing based on 1 location, 1-color imprint

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