Round Table China Start small, dream big: Young entrepreneurs shape our future
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Nov 26, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Amos Kimani, founder of Towsie, shares how his background in music sparked a beauty-tech platform that connects freelance beauticians with clients through an innovative app. Meanwhile, Harold Laborte, founder of Capilli, explains his inspiring journey of upcycling human hair into sustainable products, providing livelihoods for local cooperatives. Both guests highlight the importance of technology, the challenges of scaling their businesses, and the unique edge young entrepreneurs have in today's world. They encourage acting fast and embracing resourcefulness.
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From Music Sets To A Beauty App
- Amos Kimani built Towsie after struggling to find on‑set beauticians while shooting music videos during COVID lockdowns.
- He adapted an Uber‑style idea into a curated beauty‑tech app tailored by beauticians themselves.
High‑School Thesis Became A Business
- Harold Laborte rediscovered a high‑school thesis about using human hair as packaging material and revisited the idea during the pandemic.
- He found international examples and started Kapili to upcycle salon hair into useful products.
Pick Co‑founders For Vision Alignment
- Choose co‑founders aligned to the vision, not just friends who trust you.
- Misaligned partners often leave when the business reality hits, so vet for passion and commitment.