Toy Making, Representation, and Securing Shelf Space w/ Yelitsa Jean-Charles

Yelitsa Jean-Charles is the founder and CEO of Healthy Roots Dolls, which makes toys that represent more diverse backgrounds. A Detroit native, her dolls teach natural hair care to young girls of color through the toys.

On this episode, Yelitsa chats with AfroTech’s Will Lucas about toys and social impact, acquiring or being acquired, and how startups can secure shelf space in major retail outlets.

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