Drexel biomedical engineering student Ireoluwa Otegbade turned a family hair care solution into TOZ Hair Care, a nationally recognized venture simplifying textured hair routines. With support from the Close School, TOZ advanced to the Top 25 at e-Fest® 2026 and won First Place in the Brand Builder Award.
Drexel alumna Paige DeAngelo ’23 transformed a dorm room idea into Aer Cosmetics, an eco-conscious beauty brand. With support from the Close School’s Entrepreneurship Co-op, she turned her passion for sustainability into a growing business with a global mission.