Founder Spotlight: Ali Bonar (Oat Haus)
Meet Ali Bonar
Company:
Oat Haus makes Granola Butter, the first-ever spreadable granola. Think the texture of nut butter, but the warm, familiar taste of granola — the best part of all, it's top 14 allergen-free and school-safe.
Location:
San Diego, California, USA
When did you launch the business?
2020
What led you to where you are today?
I struggled with an eating disorder for over a decade, and in my recovery journey, I started incorporating foods into my diet that I had restricted heavily for years — nut butters being one of them. But after years of restriction, my gut was a mess, and couldn't tolerate the density of all the nuts. I started looking for something nut-free, but nothing on the market checked both the taste and nutrition boxes. So, I decided to create my own! And Granola Butter was born.
What do you wish you knew before embarking on your entrepreneurial journey?
It's incredibly rewarding, but not the glamorous journey that social media makes it out to be!
What can you help the VEGPRENEUR community with?
Influencer marketing insights (as I'm on both the influencer and brand side).
How can the VEGPRENEUR community help you?
We're currently raising our first round of funding, so intros to potential angel investors. Otherwise, spread the good word about Granola Butter! ;)
Fun fact about you:
I was born in Japan!
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