Check Out Jacqueline Maldonado and Brianna Contreras’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jacqueline Maldonado and Brianna Contreras.

Hi Jacqueline and Brianna, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
Have you ever purchased a pair of see through leggings? THE WORST! We were tired of spending $50+ for a pair of leggings that were either see through or basic in style. We were tired of being disappointed and spending hundreds of dollars on clothes we didn’t love. We wanted cute athletic wear to express ourselves in the gym so that it kept us motivated in achieving our fitness goals. That’s when the idea started of what has become JBEE BRAND. Based in Chino Hills, CA located between Orange County and LA. We are two best friends, Jacqueline and Brianna, who have a passion for fitness and fashion. Our JBEE BRAND is all about being unapologetically sexy and slaying wherever you go. We want women to feel beautiful and confident in and out of the gym.

The process from idea to launch was difficult. We started by sampling numerous items and fabrics, and we were let down quite often. With patience and dedication, we were able to find the perfect flattering fit to hug and enhance every curve. We had to create a business model and use the little information we had to start our business. Brianna has a corporate background in logistics, and Jacqueline has a background in sales/marketing. Together we have been able to juggle the multiple hats we have to wear to run this business. We are currently a two women show. We are the customer service representatives, shipping, packers, photographers, website designer, social media managers, content creators, and we even use ourselves and our girlfriends as models. We both work full-time jobs and when we are off, we give all our 100 % all to JBEE BRAND. All of the late nights are worth the reward for our passion that we strive to turn into our career that we absolutely enjoy. Every launch has been a success, and the support we have received within our community has been unreal. They’re the reason that we keep pushing forward and allowing us to make each launch bigger and bigger!

I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey have been a fairly smooth road?
The process from idea to launch was difficult. We started by sampling numerous items and fabrics, and we were let down quite often. Our first three sample orders were a MESS. The logo was too large and the fabric was see through. We had spent all of our start-up money on failed samples. We felt defeated and wanting to give up, but we had the drive to keep pushing forward. We had a vision and wanted to fulfill our goal.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
Brianna has a corporate background in logistics and account management sales. Jacqueline is a sales and marketing manager. What sets us apart from others is our mindset to accomplish whatever we set our mind to. We give our all to whatever task we are completing. Both goal-driven and hard-working Latina women.

Before we let you go, we’ve got to ask if you have any advice for those who are just starting out?
Yes, definitely do your research and write a business plan!! There is a lot of free information and resources on the internet to take advantage of. Utilize free marketing like social media, Instagram, and Tiktok. Don’t doubt yourself and just do it. You only fail if you never try.

Pricing:

• Tops $27.99
• Leggings $38.99
• Sets $45.99 – $60.00
• Bikinis $29.99-$37.99

Contact Info:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.jbeebrand.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jbeebrand/?hl=en
• Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Jbeebrand-101100135452447/?ref=py_c
• Twitter: @jbeebrand

Image Credits:
Brianna Contreras and Enrique Sanchez.