The Creators: Philadelphia founder eyes $300K funding to scale natural Black hair care line
May 07, 2023 at 11:28 AM EDT
Allison Shimamoto launched Haiama Beauty shortly after earning her MBA at the University of Virginia. Today based in the Bok Building in South Philadelphia, the brand makes products for those with Type 4 hair. She is looking to secure $300,000 to scale the business this year and grow brand awareness.