On December 18th, the startup spotlight is bright and bold on Go Fund Yourself with Episode 7 — a cheery, chaotic, and crowd-pleasing showdown that paired eco-fashion with family travel bliss. Hosted in true entertainment-meets-entrepreneurship style, the show once again delivered splashy big ideas, charismatic founders, and real-world innovations that command attention — and investment.
If you miss this week’s action, you can watch the full replay on Cheddar TV right here.
And if you’ve got your own bold startup idea? Don’t sleep on opportunity — apply to pitch on Go Fund Yourself at the link below.
Cartel Blue: Hemp Denim — Sustainable, Stylish, and Seriously Cool
Imagine denim that’s not just rugged but regenerative — that’s the core promise from Cartel Blue, the eco-luxury apparel brand that stormed the Go Fund Yourself stage. Unlike run-of-the-mill denim, Cartel Blue is pioneering hemp-based material for premium jeans and apparel — blending sustainability with mainstream style. Hemp fabric is naturally breathable, resistant to odor and mold, and can be up to three times stronger than cotton fabrics, making it a serious contender for the next generation of everyday wear.
And while the fashion world loves a buzzword, Cartel Blue isn’t just about aesthetics. Hemp cultivation demands significantly less water and fewer pesticides than traditional cotton farming, meaning this denim comes with a decidedly lighter environmental footprint — a win for both consumers and the planet.
On stage, Cartel Blue’s founder brought charisma and conviction, underscoring the brand’s potential to take this eco-luxury denim into the mainstream — a venture that’s as stylish as it is sustainable. The young company is part of a growing movement that rethinks fashion’s impact on the environment while proving that “green” doesn’t have to mean compromise.
Whether you’re a conscious consumer or a denim lover, Cartel Blue’s pitch hinted at a future where sustainability and street cred walk hand-in-hand.
BabyQuip: Revolutionizing Travel for Families on the Go
If Cartel Blue’s pitch was about wardrobe evolution, BabyQuip’s segment was all about travel evolution — especially for families juggling luggage, toddlers, and sanity. BabyQuip gives parents a break from one of travel’s most universal pains: hauling bulky baby gear.
Through an online marketplace that pairs families with local “Quality Providers,” BabyQuip offers rental delivery and setup of cribs, car seats, strollers, highchairs — even toys and play equipment — wherever families are headed. It’s like Airbnb for baby essentials, providing peace of mind with clean, safe, insured equipment without the baggage fees or cramped car trunks.
BabyQuip has completed hundreds of thousands of reservations, empowering parents to focus on making memories instead of managing logistics. Their model also creates flexible small business opportunities for local providers, turning what used to be a travel headache into a community-driven marketplace.
On the Go Fund Yourself stage, BabyQuip’s pitch was both practical and emotional — a reminder that some startups aren’t just disruptive; they’re delightful.
Why Go Fund Yourself Continues to Deliver
What makes Go Fund Yourself such a standout platform isn’t just the startups — it’s the showmanship. Much like iconic televised pitch formats, the series blends real stakes with entertainment flair, giving founders a stage and audiences a narrative. Each episode is equal parts education, spectacle, and inspiration.
And with episodes like this one — where **Cartel Blue’s eco-innovation meets BabyQuip’s family-friendly disruptor energy — the show underscores something bigger: good ideas aren’t just smart business, they’re cultural signals. They hint at what we value next — sustainability, convenience, and joyful living.
So whether you’re looking to launch your own venture or just want to see what’s next on the startup horizon, Go Fund Yourself is must-watch television for anyone who believes creativity and commerce should be both purposeful and fun.
Don’t forget — you can replay Episode 7 on Cheddar TV here, and if you’re ready to take the leap, apply to be a future founder on the show here.
Spencer Hulse is the Editorial Director at Grit Daily. He is responsible for overseeing other editors and writers, day-to-day operations, and covering breaking news.
