Women Founder Wednesday Preview: Michelle Obama's Vegan Brand for Kids, Animal-Free Modular Homes, & Celebs Go Sustainable

Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the United States, has launched a new brand called PLEZi Nutrition to help kids get their daily nutrients. The brand aims to help kids consume more fiber, which aids digestion and fullness. Fiber also helps with blood sugar control, energy levels, and prevents constipation. 

Princess Maja von Hohenzollern showcased her vegan modular homes at the New Housing Fair in Karlsruhe, receiving positive feedback from private individuals, holiday resort operators, and municipalities. These sustainable, affordable, and adaptable modular homes comply with new EH40 energy standards. 

Jessica Alba founded The Honest Company, a clean, vegan, sustainable beauty and skincare company for adults, kids, and the home. Their all-natural products are designed for sensitive skins and are non-toxic alternatives to harmful products. The Honest Company products are formulated without harsh chemicals, and are well-loved by consumers around the world.

Fermify, co-founded by Eva Sommer, has announced an extended Seed funding round in addition to forming new alliances with multinational corporations, CREMER and Interfood Group. The company secured $5 million in Seed funding. Fermify produces casein derived from precision fermentation, thereby allowing for the large-scale production of animal-free cheese.