Chicago Expert Importers is a full-service sourcing, import logistics, warehousing, and distribution company that specializes in third-party logistics (3PL). Our business helps companies efficiently source products from international markets, manage the logistics of importing, and ensure smooth storage and distribution to end customers. By leveraging our expertise in supply chain management, we provide tailored solutions that streamline the entire process—from sourcing to final delivery. Our goal is to support businesses by optimizing their operations, reducing costs, and expanding their reach through reliable, efficient logistics.
I’ve recently launched Violet Flame Chocolate, a brand that curates rarefied ingredients, ancient elixirs, and botanicals sourced from geographically-protected regions. But it’s more than chocolate—it’s an invitation to engage with your senses to reach a profound level. The Cacao Spiritus experience is designed to awaken something deeper, something spiritual. The rarer and more precious the ingredients, the more powerful the experience may become, provided you rely on one muscle—your imagination.
Sponsored by: I have two beauty brands. The first, Elizabeth Mott, sells Korean cosmetics. Being Korean-American, I grew up seeing amazing Korean skincare and beauty products. I decided to reimagine them for the American consumer, starting with mascara and eye makeup. Elizabeth Mott was started …
Sponsored by: AnaOno is a lingerie line of chest-inclusive intimates. We say: “one boob, two boobs, no boobs, or new boobs, we’re here to support you.” While our designs are mostly for those who have undergone chest surgeries related to a cancer diagnosis, we also …
Sponsored by: A number of years back, I was working with NASA to consider technology options for recycling water on the space station. One option was using breathable materials to separate water from waste, which NASA could then reuse for space agriculture. When trying to …
Sponsored by: The first and foundational company in the Wachira Group is Wachira Wines. I am Kenyan American, born and raised in Kenya, and I couldn’t find a wine that complemented the food my mother made for our Sunday dinners. I thought I’ll craft a …
Sponsored by: In the small farm town in Ohio where I grew up, women were expected to become housewives or work in a service position, such as a teacher or a nurse. I saw my chance to escape from this and do my own thing …
The story starts with my fortieth birthday. A friend of mine who is a Rhode Island School of Design graduate wanted to know what I wanted for my birthday, so I asked her to make me a lined sweater. I have sensitivities to wools and …