The 2008 StartupNation Leading Moms in Business Competition

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Contestant Profile

Little Gems

Little Gems

Contestant's Case to Win

This is based on the number of votes received.
Little Gems is the leading designer of nursing necklaces and other fashionable jewelry for the whole family, made from eco-conscious gems. Our unique Mothering Rocks are found in baby boutiques world-wide.

Designer Karen Boateng explains her philosophy behind her designs. "I continually strive to make the world a better place. It has been a priority for me to make sure that Little Gems has a Green Office seal of approval, and is run as a green business. My main website is run on green energy, the packaging and paper is all made from recycled and biodegradeable materials, the gems are mined and cut in small batches by village miners in India. My supplier has been going there and working with them for over a decade, and has watched them build houses for their families and their daughters going to school (which is not the norm in this region).

None of the gems are dyed and they are not processed above a little bit of polishing and shaping. These low impact gems are unlike any that are commonly found in the marketplace. These are totally unique and beautiful, just like you! You can rest assured that I do not use any leaded Swarvski crystal, nor leaded pewter.

The jewelry is made by a work at home mom (me), supporting my family."