Founder & Maker Stories
Personal stories from the Founders and Makers behind your favorite origin-made products.
Emily Urías, Belú Cacao, El Salvador
Emily was the first female bean-to-bar chocolate maker in El Salvador. Discover her surprising story of being empowered to lead the way for an all-woman team.
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Corinne, Askanya Chocolates, Haiti
Askanya Chocolates is Haiti’s first premium bean-to-bar chocolate company, sourcing cacao, sugar, and citrus all locally.
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Ayu, Chair[wo-]man, Koptan Masagena, Indonesia
Ayu was elected the first female head of a farmer co-op in her regency – before she turned 30!
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