Sister Sky

ABOUT

THE FOUNDERS

Welcome to Sister Sky, where sisterhood and entrepreneurship unite! Meet Marina and Monica, the dynamic founders behind our cherished brand.

As real-life sisters, best friends, and business partners, Marina and Monica embarked on their journey 25 years ago, handcrafting hair care products right in their own kitchens. Their bond as sisters and best friends fueled their desire to create products that they desperately needed and couldn’t find elsewhere. They struggled to find natural, quality products for their mixed texture hair. This frustration inspired them to take matters into their own hands, laying the foundation for what would become Sister Sky.

What began as a humble home-based business blossomed into a nationwide sensation offering top-quality hair care products. Driven by their shared commitment to natural ingredients and holistic wellness, Marina and Monica have earned rave reviews from loyal customers who appreciate the brand’s unwavering dedication to quality. Their journey together in life and business has only strengthened their bond and their brand.

Today, their family-owned company stands tall as a testament to their vision and hard work. Proud of the entrepreneurial legacy they’ve built, Marina and Monica continue to lead Sister Sky with innovation and integrity. Every product they create is crafted with care, supporting your hair wellness journey and empowering you to embrace your natural beauty with confidence.

Authentically Native

It’s crucial to be transparent about the ownership of brands, especially for conscious consumers who want to support authentic and meaningful ventures. Sister Sky, a certified Native American, women-owned company, proudly bears the approval of the Intertribal Agriculture Council to utilize the “Made/Produced by American Indians” trademark on its range of natural hair and body care products. The company’s offerings include hair and body care products distributed nationwide under the Sister Sky brand.

At the helm of Sister Sky are real-life sisters, Monica Simeon and Marina TurningRobe, both enrolled citizens of the Spokane Tribe in Washington State and Pauquachin First Nation in British Columbia, Canada. Their leadership underscores the commitment to Native American heritage and values in every aspect of their business.

The significance of the “Made/Produced by American Indians” trademark cannot be overstated. It aids consumers in identifying authentic American Indian-produced goods, safeguarding against the proliferation of counterfeit products. Shockingly, the United States Department of Commerce estimates that up to 20% of the $1 billion spent annually on Indigenous goods goes towards fake imitations not crafted by Native Americans.

Rest assured, Sister Sky is a 100% Native American owned brand, ensuring that your support directly benefits and uplifts Indigenous communities.

GIVING BACK

Sister Sky, with its profound commitment to inspiring and empowering others on their entrepreneurial journey, stands as a beacon of hope and encouragement to small business owners. The sisters behind the brand have traversed their own entrepreneurial path, experiencing firsthand the challenges and triumphs that come with building a business from the ground up. Through their journey, they have gained invaluable lessons in courage, strength, and resilience, attributes that are woven into the very fabric of Sister Sky.

Having weathered the storms and celebrated the victories over the past 25 years in business, the sisters feel a profound calling to give back and uplift aspiring entrepreneurs. Their experiences have taught them that success is not just about personal achievement but also about lifting others up along the way. Thus, Sister Sky has taken on the mission of inspiring and encouraging individuals to pursue their dreams with unwavering determination and passion.

Sister Sky demonstrates its commitment to supporting entrepreneurship by donating a portion of sales to initiatives that build entrepreneurial capacity in Indigenous communities. This exemplifies the true spirit of entrepreneurship — rooted in generosity, compassion, and a genuine desire for others’ success. Through its dedication to giving back, Sister Sky enriches lives and fosters a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem for all.