Our ROC-trepreneurs

We always hear that Rochester has a hard time keeping young talent around, as jobs are just not readily available or might not be as glamorous as what big cities have to offer. Hmmm dilemma: love Rochester but can’t find a job? Well, how about starting your own business?

Friday, we were able to attend FANSHOES FIFA International Fashion Show. This event was put on by a local start-up composed of young entrepreneurs, who are striving to supply fans world wide with environmentally friendly canvas shoes with licensed sports/university logos. It’s a pretty awesome idea that has already won the hearts of many. The show previewed the World Cup 2010 Country-Inspired Fanshoes and brought together a lot of young professionals, as well as featured another local start-up, Vital Energy. These guys came up with a non-carbonated beverage, enhanced with lots of caffeine and vitamins to ensure a healthy boost. Great, great evening!

I guess what makes this noteworthy for us is that we are proud to have one of the founders of Fanshoes, Nicholas Rovisa be a friend of ours. He is young and ambitious, like ourselves, and is out there making things happen. Besides Fanshoes, Vital Energy, The College Gift Box (Anya’s business), there is one more local biz to take note of. KKBB apparel is a huge favorite of ours. Founded by Michael Banos, this local apparel company offers some fun product! And they actually just had had a new t-shirt release party. Sooo if your are hearing about any of these young ROCHESTER START-UPS for the first time, check them out, spread the word and get inspired! Get to it!

xoxo,
Bella Russa