Entrepreneur

Klara O'Leary Care Box Collection

Social Science (2019)

What is the business about?

Care Box Collection is an e-commerce gift and subscription box company providing meaningful yet affordable gifts worldwide.

Where did the idea come from?

Care Box Collection was founded in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Like so many others, I found myself feeling helpless while a friend was going through a particularly difficult time during lockdown. I wanted to let her know I was thinking of her and send something meaningful but without breaking the bank. The type of gift I was looking for didn't seem to exist in the Irish & European market, so I decided to create my own. It was from this that the concept for Care Box Collection was born.

What advice do you have for budding entrepreneurs who have an idea that they want to bring to life?

Start! Whether that means research, website building, asking for advice or product development. You will learn so much more by doing the work and facing challenges.

Strive for perfection but don't wait for it.

Website, social media platforms: www.careboxcollection.com, @careboxcollection