Philly-Based CEO of Inclusive Holiday Wrapping Company Black Paper Party Will Pitch on Shark Tank

Philadelphia Inquirer (12/08/23) Russ, Valerie

The three co-owners of Black Paper Party recently appeared on "Shark Tank" to tout their line of holiday wrapping paper featuring Black angels in white robes; Black Nutcracker soldiers dressed in West African garb; and gift wrap featuring small Black children who have checked one of three boxes to tell Santa Claus whether they have been "Naughty, Nice, or I Tried" this past year. "Representation is so important," remarked the company’s CEO, Madia Willis. "We take so much care in [how we present] the hair texture, the facial expressions and features, even through the language we use. We place a focus on an authentic Black experience." The company's products can be found on BlackPaperParty.com or at various CVS, Dollar General, Family Dollar, Macy's, Target, and Walmart stores. As of press time, it was not certain if Black Paper Party had secured a "Shark Tank" investor to expand the business.

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