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I2i Cohort 5, Fall 2022 Florida

Karen Hockman

Beach Road Hat Company

Founder's Story

Karen Hockman is the founder of Beach Road Hat Company, a company that focuses on elegant, luxury straw hats with easily interchangeable hat bands. Each hat is handmade, fairtrade, and sustainably sourced with the bands featuring designs from local artists. As the company grows, Karen is looking to partner with boutiques and stores to expand their customer base.