What’s a “ZoLa?”

There’s nothing quite like watching an idea bloom into a full blown business.  Mix in some passion and a worthy cause – and you’ve got a winner. That is the case with ZoLa. It is the mixture of the names of two sweet rescue mutts. I will explain in a moment. First, let me introduce you to Nicholas Dodson. I first met Nicholas last year at Georgetown University (my Alma Mater). He was competing in  the “Hoya Challenge” for entrepreneurs.

 

His passion and his idea won us over. ZoLa is a socially responsible clothing line that benefits animal rescue shelters. The brand is aptly named “Underdog Polo”. The dogs behind the name are Zoe and Lani. Their lives were full of abuse and neglect before Nicholas and his wife Jordan rescued them. That experience moved them both and was the catalyst for this new company.

 

But as is always the case – they need money to grow. So they have turned to crowdfunding. You can support it with 1, 10, 20, 50, 100 dollars – or more if you feel so moved to do so. Check out their page. You can even earn some fun rewards for your donation. You’re helping an entrepreneur build a new business and helping homeless dogs get a new “leash on life” (pun intended)

Want to Help ZoLa?

Help out my fellow HOYA and give a pup a chance. To donate or learn more about ZoLa, check out www.igg.me/at/wearzola

In love with dogs like Zoey + Lani, aka “ZoLa”?

Then you’ve got to meet our Goddess of the Week, Max!