What do scarves and doghouses have in common?
Founder of successful City Scarves products agrees to serve as Advisory to Leifers, creators of designer doghouses.
“Like Maria says, it’s the team around you that can make or break your project,” says Kathy Ellis, President of Leifers, a pethome furnishing company that specializes in integrating pet things with people things in unique and fashionable ways. “We’re fortunate to have Maria on our team. She’s been instrumental in guiding us through the process from manufacturing to retail to direct sales. There are so many things to know and pay attention to and it’s crucial that you have someone on your team whose been there and done that to help you prevent costly mistakes and lessen the to profitability.”
About Maria Simone
Maria Simone is Founder and CEO of Scottsdale-based Signature Accents, Inc., creators of the popular City Scarves products. In addition to her CEO role, Simone is an author and successful business development expert who helps start-ups with business planning and capital acquisition. To date, Maria has started 4 businesses around her concepts, has raised over $1.5 million for various projects, and has licensed her ideas for royalties. She has seen her products on department store shelves, sold companies that she has created and others she continues to be very active in. Her latest venture is at www.cityscarves.com
About Leifers
Leifers — for the most loved pets in the world! Leifers offers a line of luxury pet furnishings and products designed to compliment your home as well as your pet. The company offers two designer dog and cat houses — NeoClassic and Old Ruins – that combine architectural elements, high-end design, and functionality to create a home accessory. Leifers also offers accessories and comfort items for their doghouses, as well as “Scratchy Butt” health and wellness products. A percentage of all Leifers’ profits are donated to the Houston Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) whose mission is to prevent the suffering and death of cats and dogs due to overpopulation. For more information, visit www.leifers.com or by email at kellis@leifers.com