Melinda Richardson
Melinda Richardson (CGS’03, CAS’05) of New York, N.Y., writes that she and Stacey Chang (Questrom’05) “are working together on a footwear startup called VEERAH, which is focused on thoughtfully crafted, cruelty-free shoes that come with interchangeable accessories to make sure women can do good and look incredible anytime, anyway, anywhere.” Two years ago, Melinda says, “Stacey began her journey to craft the perfect pair of heels after she could not find a pair that matched her lifestyle and ethos—she wanted shoes that were comfortable, multiwear for her on-the-go lifestyle traveling for work and that were vegan and ecoconscious. After training in shoemaking and design in Milan, Italy, Stacey worked on sourcing materials and manufacturing her shoes. Now that vision has come to fruition, as www.VEERAH.com launched in October 2016.” Melinda oversees communications for the brand. “It’s been wonderful to support each other over the years and to be part of a women-led brand that celebrates the #VEERAHwarrior in us all—a community of women who embody strength, femininity, and compassion as we aspire to make a positive impact and conquer the world in style. We are very excited to share this new business with the BU community!” Contact Melinda at melinda@veerah.com.
From the Summer 2017 issue.