The Makers by Trade + Prosper

Coopering—the art of barrel building is an ancient trade with only a few dozen Master Coopers around the world. In the Hudson Valley he is known as a “Tight Cooper” making barrels to support the growing New York State craft whiskey industry.

Coopering—the art of barrel building is an ancient trade with only a few dozen Master Coopers around the world. In the Hudson Valley he is known as a “Tight Cooper” making barrels to support the growing New York State craft whiskey industry.

A well-respected pillar of the Nyack, NY community for over 30 years, she has been telling customers the stories of those makers behind the high-quality clothing and accessories sold in her stores.

While still undergraduate students at Baruch College, they sent their 20-page submission to New York State asking for permission to cultivate CBD hemp plants. Imagine the surprise when only 3 weeks later they got their approval.

Shaquanda confronts gender lines and racial stereotypes through spontaneous performances and he/she exists currently in the form of a delicious hot sauce.

A passion for exclusive handcrafted items he curated a market that travels to unique locations, bridging the gap between the makers and consumers through exposure in diverse local communities.