Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

Our entrepreneurial journey was initially inspired by hip-hop culture, fashion, and years of experience in the footwear industry. We saw an opportunity to solve a specific problem in a niche market with simple physics. Since our launch in 2022, our innovative products and effective marketing strategies have helped us organically gain over 540,000 social media followers and reach customers in 85 countries demonstrating our brand's worldwide resonance.

How do you stay motivated?

Our motivations stem from the belief that we’ve only begun to tap into our potential to make a positive impact. We hope to inspire minority innovators like us to think outside the box and create bold solutions to modern problems. The positive feedback that we've received from countless satisfied customers all over the world fuels our optimism for the future. By keeping shoes in pristine condition, the Crease Beast is actively igniting a worldwide community of passionate sneakerheads.

What would you do with the $25,000?

The $25,000 investment will be allocated toward new product launches, expediting international growth, brand partnerships, and developing the wholesale (B2B) side of the business. Expanding our distribution to Europe, Asia, and Australia will undoubtedly improve inventory accessibility and grow our customer base. These initiatives will cater to our target demographic of sneaker enthusiasts, boost brand recognition, and help us achieve our vision of becoming a leader in the shoe care industry.