Fintech
Cashback, payments, and lightweight financial education.
Example: PrettyPenny.io
Annakiyah.com
BuildingA fantasy-forward book franchise inspired by the Libraries of Timbuktu—built for multi-format IP.
Currently Building
Venture-Scale Projects
The Startup Life develops and scales innovative ventures across fintech, publishing, telehealth, civic tech, and retail.
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The Startup Life Portfolio
We’re building and scaling ventures that combine culture, creativity, and technology. From fintech to publishing, each project reflects our thesis: durable products, thoughtful execution, and real-world impact.
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What We’re Building
Our portfolio spans several themes where we see long-term opportunities for impact and growth.
Publishing & IP
Original worlds and formats designed for multi-channel distribution.
Example: Annakiyah.com, TechGuildHQ.com
Workforce Development
Upskilling, talent pipelines, and education initiatives that open opportunities for underrepresented communities.
Example: HaitiansinTech.com, MedicalBae.com
Civic Tech
Digital infrastructure and tools that improve how communities and institutions function.
Example: HaitiansinTech.com
Consumer Retail
Niche experiences with strong community and brand affinity.
Projects in Motion
A snapshot of ventures at different stages—from early exploration to active scaling.
PrettyPenny.io
BuildingA consumer fintech platform that transforms everyday cashback into long-term wealth building.
Stealth Project
ExploringHands-on career shadowing for teens, powered by parents and schools
HaitiansinTech.com
LiveOpen-source civic tech + ecosystem building for the Haitian diaspora.
MedicalBae.com
LiveLifestyle & apparel celebrating medical professionals of color—limited drops, collabs, and community.
SipNSwoon.com
LiveRomance-only bookstore concept—starting as a premium subscription/preorder box and pop-ups.
TechGuildHQ.com
BuildingA children’s book series that makes STEM and digital literacy fun, taking kids 8+ on adventures through the innovations that power our world, —built as multi-format IP.
Let’s build together.
If you share our vision and can unlock capital, distribution, or expertise, we’d love to collaborate on an active venture.
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