Entrepreneur Updates Archives - Rising Tide Capital

Carmen GreenMay 26th, 2025

Natasha Frazer, Founder of Hello Gorgeous Beauty Studio

When Natasha Frazer launched Hello Gorgeous Beauty Studio in September 2023, she wasn’t merely opening a beauty business—she was cultivating a lifestyle brand rooted in self-care, empowerment, and cultural expression. Located in Orange, New Jersey, the studio offers an elite, luxury experience designed for women who prioritize beauty, balance, and the finer things in life. With services ranging from manicures and pedicures to waxing, makeup artistry, and spa experiences, Hello Gorgeous is

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Carmen GreenMay 22nd, 2025

Elizabeth Santiago, on a mission to help entrepreneurs build sustainable and socially conscious businesses

Elizabeth Santiago, founder and owner of CeleBritAy, has been at the forefront of sustainable entrepreneurship since launching her business in Brooklyn, New York, in 2005. With a Bachelor of Science in biology and chemistry from Brooklyn College, Liz leveraged her academic background to create a beauty business that aligns with her holistic and socially conscious values. Her relationship with Rising Tide Capital began when the organization’s founders, Alex Forrester and Alfa Demmellash, attended

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Priscilla RentaSeptember 20th, 2024

Changing the Tide of Women’s Leadership in the Auto-Repair Business: Hilda Mera

Rising Tide Capital was delighted to catch up with business owner and Community Business Academy Graduate and Instructor Hilda Mera during Hispanic Heritage Month! As the co-founder of S&A Auto Center, a car repair business she launched with her husband in 2013, Hilda has excelled in an industry where only 5% of women hold leadership positions. Yet, Hilda has been undeterred amidst the clamor of dissenting voices she has heard as a

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Ambrosia Brody, Priscilla RentaApril 24th, 2023

6 Eco-Entrepreneurs Paving the Way Toward a More Sustainable Future

The impact a service-based business can have on the Earth may seem inconsequential when compared with Big Tech and larger corporations, but even small businesses have a part to play in tackling climate change. Especially since small to medium-sized businesses make up 90% of businesses worldwide, according to SME Climate Hub. Considering the environmental impact and searching for sustainable solutions is top of mind for Rising Tide Capital sustainability entrepreneurs. These eco-entrepreneurs

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Rising Tide CapitalOctober 4th, 2022

Meet Bladimir Quito, Founder of Qinti Docum

Bladimir Quito speaks with a voice that belies his 35 years. He is stoic as he discusses his hopes and dreams for the future. An immigrant from Ecuador, he came to the U.S. at 18, attended community college, then eventually NYU where he graduated with his master’s degree in Global Affairs. His soft-spoken manner shouldn’t be mistaken for shyness. He is a man on a mission. Once appointed by the President of Ecuador, he

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