Founder Spotlight: Natália Pires (Maduu)

 

Meet Natália Pires:

Maduu

Maduu is an alternative-based bag and accessories brand that embraces possible futures. Cruelty-free, designed and made in Brazil.


Location:
São Paulo, Brazil

When did you launch the business?
2012

 

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Startup Stage:
Raising


What led you to where you are today?

A lot of work and desire to bring vegan fashion to more people.

What do you wish you knew before embarking on your entrepreneurial journey? 

Making mistakes is part of the process, not comparing yourself either.

What is the most difficult decision you've had to make regarding your business so far? 

For me, being an entrepreneur means making difficult decisions every day.

What can you help the VEGPRENEUR community with?

Foster the community in Brazil.

How can the VEGPRENEUR community help you? 

Promote Maduu.

Fun fact about you: 

Maria was the name of my grandmother who taught me how to sew and the name of my brand is Maduu (Maria Eduarda's nickname) which would be my daughter's name. For me family is everything.