Women Founder Wednesday Preview: Plant-based Ice Cream Delivery, Clean Beauty Win for Canada, & Millions for a Resilient Food System

Cajou, co-owned by Nicole Foster, is the first plant-based creamery in the DMV, offering premium vegan ice cream with chef-driven flavors. The mission-driven business, which opened in August 2021, features globally inspired flavors and is made in small batches. Cajou's ice creams are made with responsibly sourced and nutrient-rich ingredients. 

Eco-conscious designers have made a positive impact by embracing sustainable fashion, showcasing ingenuity, and offering versatile animal-free clothing, handbags, and plant-powered boots. Featured brands include: Canadian designer Diane Kroe; Lost Woods, founded by Holly Edwards; and Voes & Co, founded by Desirèe Dupuis and seen at The Vegan Women Summit 2023!

Live Tinted, a US-based beauty brand developed by Deepica Mutyala, has launched its exclusive retail partnership in Canada. The brand, which focuses on managing dark circles and hyperpigmentation, is launching at Sephora Canada to provide clean and effective makeup, skincare, and SPF products with universal shades and purposeful formulas. 

Supply Change Capital, led by Noramay Cadena and Shayna Harris, is a women-owned venture capital firm that focuses on the future of food. The firm is led by two General Partners who combine food domain expertise with tech and investing experience. The firm aims to invest in technologies that underpin a more resilient food system, focusing on food, culture, and tech.