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Happy Women’s History Month!

17 years ago, my husband and I launched our small business from our tiny living room. Since then, I’ve taken the reins in everyday operations and decision making, and in 2022 we made it official and became a certified Women-Owned Business! 

I am so proud of the small (but mighty!) company we’ve grown over the years. We’ve stuck to the values and principles we had envisioned and set when we started. Alongside myself and my husband, Maptote is composed of a team of talented and hardworking women who help us bring our business to new heights. 

Women have come a long way over the past decades and years, but there is still so much more room for growth within woman ownership and leadership in business. I’m proud to have grown our own successful and thriving business from scratch.

Happy Women’s History Month!

– Rachel, Founder/Owner

As Maptote grows, we aim to help our customers find that extra bit of confidence to live sustainably and support more local, women-owned businesses just like ours.

Happy Women’s History Month! Let’s keep making history!

Posted on March 2nd, 2023 by Maptote

Meet the Maptote Team!👋

You may have seen our totes in your favorite small business retailer, or you might have a coin purse tucked away in your bag. But have you ever wondered who was behind the magic? Keep scrolling to find out more about Team Maptote, and head on over to our Instagram to stay in the know!

Rachel, Founder/Owner

Current Maptote Fave: 

Cotton Clara Embroidery Kit

Your Fave NYC Neighborhood:

East Village – I used to live there and miss it dearly! 

Where Do You Find Inspiration:

Everywhere around NYC. It sounds trite but I love the people, the restaurants, the stores, the sites.

Ariana, Wholesale Assistant

Current Maptote Fave:

New Jersey Grocery Tote

Your Fave NYC Neighborhood:

Nolita is so fun to walk around!

Where Do You Find Inspiration:

Google Arts & Culture & @publicdomainrev on IG which are all public domain images!

Amanda, Wholesale Assistant

Current Maptote Fave: 

Brooklyn Knit Throw Blanket in Black & White

Your Fave NYC Neighborhood: Fort Greene & Clinton Hill

Where Do You Find Inspiration:

 Super House

Michael, Founder/Owner

Current Maptote Fave:

The Custom Brooklyn Museum Tote has been my go to tote for years.

Your Fave NYC Neighborhood:

Jackson Height Queens. It’s such a melting pot with so many different restaurants!

Where Do You Find Inspiration:

I love everything from subway infographics to bodegas to bait & tackle shops. 

Kelsey, Designer

Current Maptote Fave: 

Our Small Trays

Your Fave NYC Neighborhood: 

Clinton Hill & Bed-Stuy

Where Do You Find Inspiration:

I am obsessed with food styling – the IG account Tables Tables Tables is a great curator!

Adelfa, Stocker

Adelfa has been on the Maptote team for longer than we can count! She keeps the stock room organized and easily accessed, and also acts as quality control to make sure you only get top notch product in your hands. We wouldn’t be able to do it without her!

It was also her birthday this past weekend. Happy birthday, Adelfa!

Posted on February 21st, 2023 by Maptote

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