CaliConnected is an online marketplace co-founded by Nassir Silwany in April 2018, specializing in smoking accessories like bongs, dab rigs, and vape pens. The company grew quickly, leveraging a strong focus on e-commerce in a highly regulated industry. Currently generating $70,000 per month in revenue, CaliConnected has over $40 million in inventory and has built a solid reputation through SEO efforts and customer service.

Greg Shuey founded Empyre Off-Road, an e-commerce company selling aftermarket parts for Toyota vehicles. Starting as a side hustle, Greg’s business grew to generate $100,000 in revenue per month. His success was driven by his ability to identify a market gap, create affordable custom products, and implement a strong digital marketing strategy. Today, Empyre Off-Road continues to expand, offering various automotive accessories and drop-shipped products.