Brothers Raan and Shea Parton founded Apolis in 2004 with a simple idea that business can create social change. Their travels abroad gave them personal stories of struggle and survival, inspiring them to create a business model that bridges trade and economic development. Along with their commitment to global decision-making influence, they also understand the importance of sourcing and manufacturing locally. Whether that means working with producers in Uganda, Peru, Bangladesh, or around the corner in Los Angeles, the Partons have used their "advocacy through industry" model to empower people to determine their own future.