For Profit + For Good
Social impact fueled by design
A portion of our profits every year (at least 10%, sometimes its more) are put toward design projects that positively impact people, the planet, and prosperity of communities.
This past year, we focused our resources on design projects that benefited the growth of these organizations.
Kitty Bubble Cafe + Bar
Kitty Bubble Café and Bar stands at the intersection of what conscious capitalism and social enterprise can look like. The business model takes a traditional for-profit business plan (café & bar) and adds a supportive social impact function (Colony Cats Adoption Center lounge). Design was critical for success to attract customers, provide a delightful experience, and create a loyal following.
Organization type: for profit social enterprise
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Forged a path for a New American, minority business owner to diversify the local business community.
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Helped to address cat overpopulation in central Ohio and encouraged the adoption of 200+ cats.
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Created new tax revenue for the region, new jobs, and sustainable revenue to support a local nonprofit.
OASL Website Redesign
The Ohio Association of Student Leaders (OASL) was operating an outdated website that was preventing more engagement from students, parents, and schools. Using design and storytelling, a new website was built that reflected their heart, energy, and passion for every student in Ohio to have the opportunity to develop the qualities of successful leaders by the time they graduate.
Organization type: nonprofit
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156 students signed up for their flagship summer workshop event; a 67% increase from prior year.
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The next generation of leaders are being equipped to tackle the biggest problems facing our world.
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More students from across Ohio are learning the skills and qualities of remarkable leaders at an earlier age.
CFA Pop-up Shop
Columbus Fashion Alliance (CFA) secured space within the Gravity Marketplace in downtown Franklinton for a pop-up shop where underrepresented, emerging fashion designers could sell products without expensive overhead costs. The design solution was flexible, fast, and affordable allowing each designer to showcase their brand and products creatively.
Organization type: nonprofit
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Seven local, emerging fashion designers were able to run their first pop up shops with little investment or risk.
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Locally made goods reduces the carbon footprint since a majority of clothes today are made and sourced overseas.
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Pop-up shops are an effective way for emerging businesses to sell product while keeping overhead costs low.
