About Libre: Libre is a new business that sells specialty clothing items to dialysis, chemotherapy, and other infusion patients. The clothing is made specifically for those patients who are tired of ruining their own clothing or having to change for treatments, and can be worn any time of the day! It's our way of trying to help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable during treatment and their activities that follow. Most patients have a typical lifestyle, and our clothing helps ensure comfort and function, and eases the burden of treatment days with the proper clothing!
Why We’re Chamber Members: We recently joined the Chamber after being approached by a member and having the Chamber recommended to us. We spent time discussing joining, and realized that because of all the resources, knowledge, and expertise from everyone involved, it would be a great choice. Since we are still in the beginning stages of our venture, it is stress-relieving and comforting knowing that there are so many people willing to give their time and advice to help us out. Along with that, there is a feeling of reciprocity knowing that we are bringing a new innovation to the table and are now part of a business community. We are able to engage with others who we may be able to partner with or help out. We want to see and help Columbus grow and show that it's a friendly small business city. Having all of that at our disposal is the biggest reason why we decided to join.Fun Facts: Libre’s concept originated from co-founder Megan Stengel while watching her mother go through dialysis several times a week. Her mother, Teresa, was frustrated from ruining clothing in order to receive treatment and still lacked comfort during the four hour process. The idea developed came about in an entrepreneurship capstone class in the Fall of 2008 at Miami University, where the four founders developed the business plan for a university competition. After winning the business competition that semester we decided to proceed on with it due to all the support we had from faculty and how great of an opportunity we knew it was! All four founders are between the ages of 22 and 23 years old and graduated in May 2009 from Miami University. Also...Libre means "open" and "free" in several languages. This refers to a literal opening in our clothing as well as the way patients feel while wearing the clothing. They have the freedom to wear what they want any time of the day without letting treatment hold them back from their daily activities.
Featured Product/Service: As previously mentioned, our company sells specialty clothing to customers going through dialysis, chemotherapy, and other infusion treatments. Our clothing is a "specialty" item due to the hidden access that we provide and specify for each patient. Although we do have some competition, we have separated ourselves from them through classic designs, comfortable fabric, hidden access, and the functionality of wearing our clothing throughout the day. Libre products are developed with the customer in mind as we strive to ease the burden of treatment days. We are committed to giving back to different foundations that work alongside of us, as well. Our goal is to make each patient's life a little more "Libre"!
For more information, visit www.libreclothing.com. We also have a Fan Page on Facebook, a blog, and a Twitter account.
The Columbus Chamber member spotlights put the focus on member businesses, their presence in the Columbus Region, what they do and how they’ve involved at the Chamber. To submit your member business for a member spotlight contact the Chamber's marketing department.
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