Winnie & Lu Wins Grant from the Drew Wynne Foundation
April 25, 2024 | The Cooper Room at The Harbour Club, Charleston, SC
Excitement filled The Cooper Room as five extraordinary female entrepreneurs competed for top honors at The Drew Wynne Foundation Female Founders Pitch Event, in partnership with Women Entrepreneurs Inc.
With breathtaking views of Charleston from the 7th floor of West Edge, attendees sipped cocktails, networked with inspiring women, and celebrated the innovative ideas of 5 dynamic founders, including Winnie & Lu founder, Haley Hoover.
The evening began with a warm welcome from event hosts Erin Kienzle and Johanna Wynne, who shared the mission of The Drew Wynne Foundation. Melissa Barker, representing Women Entrepreneurs Inc., emphasized the power of partnership in amplifying female voices in business.
Five founders took the stage, delivering compelling 5-minute presentations followed by a Q&A session with a distinguished panel of judges:
Toni Gilliard, Tipsy Lady Cocktails
Hope Caldwell, KLH Group
Amanda Sheridan, Charleston Bag Valet
Biz Van Gelder, Of Counsel
Molly Hoover, Finance Professional
Between pitches, the Marketplace Shout-Outs spotlighted local businesses, including The Tiny Tassel, Hermosa Jewelry, and Weekender Soap Co., showcasing Charleston's vibrant entrepreneurial spirit.
A Night to Remember
As the evening wrapped, Cindy Wynne announced the winners to thunderous applause, including an award to Haley of Winnie & Lu for her innovative design of The Airess Drying Rack and vision to create timeless home essentials that transition through every stage of motherhood.
The Drew Wynne Foundation and Women Entrepreneurs Inc. are already looking forward to next year’s event, where more dreams will take flight.
