Loyola Community Entrepreneurs Holiday Gift Guide

By Center for Entrepreneurship and Community Development on Fri, 12/06/2024 - 08:56 Holidays

Celebrate the holiday season by supporting Loyola alumni and entrepreneurs whose innovative ventures inspire and enrich our community!

Each gift reflects the passion and success of graduates who have excelled through our entrepreneurial programs. Whether you're shopping for adventurers, creatives, or wellness enthusiasts, this guide has something for everyone!

For the Road Tripper:

Safety Pouch
Award-winning innovation by David Price ‘22, Wolf Pack LaunchU 2022 Winner. The Safety Pouch is designed to make roadside stops safer and more efficient for everyone.

Where to purchase: thesafetypouch.com
Follow: Instagram @thesafetypouch

For the Game Lover:

Drunk and Board
Created by Austyn Maylynn ‘24, LaunchU 2024 Winner. This hilarious board game combines drinking games, wild confessions, and competitions to guarantee unforgettable nights!

Where to purchase: drunkandboardgame.com
Follow: Instagram @drunkandboard

For the Cocktail Enthusiast:

Marcel’s NOLA
Classic cocktail syrups crafted by Ken Faucheux ‘04 and Joy M. Bruce (Women’s Leadership Academy alum). Add a touch of New Orleans to your holiday beverages!

Where to purchase: marcelsnola.com
Follow: Instagram @marcelsnola

For the Photography Fanatic:

Gumbo Film Lab
Founded by Wolf Pack LaunchU 2024 Winner, this local film lab develops film and plans to introduce tourist-friendly vending machines with disposable cameras and film.

Where to purchase: linktr.ee/gumbofilmlab
Follow: Instagram @gumbofilmlab

For the Self-Care Lover:

EOE Naturals
Handmade soaps targeting specific skin concerns, crafted with all-natural ingredients by Erin McIsaac ‘27, a two-time Side Hustle participant.

Where to purchase: Instagram @eoenaturals

For the Exotic Pet Enthusiast:

Katamaran Reptile Ranch
Kat Lee ‘27, Side Hustle Expo 4.0 Winner, breeds endangered reptiles and offers custom habitats complete with live plants and misting systems.

Where to shop: Instagram @katamaran.reptile.ranch

For the Wellness Devotee:

Rituali App Membership
Founded by Brenna Kane ‘10, MBA ‘18, this holistic wellness platform connects users with high-quality practitioners for personalized care.

Where to subscribe: ritualiwell.com
Follow: Instagram @rituali_well

For the Art Collector:

Cucuron
Megan Manning, MBA ‘17, and Michael Manning created a digital marketplace that connects artists with buyers through collective marketing.

Where to purchase: cucuronshop.com
Follow: Instagram @cucuronshop

This season, give gifts that support entrepreneurial dreams and inspire future Loyola University New Orleans innovators. Happy holidays from the Center for Entrepreneurship and Community Development! 🐺🎄