2019 Impact Accelerator Profile: Dorm Dolla

Sami Jensen • May 3, 2019

This series highlights the ventures and founders participating in the 2019 Impact Accelerator. Leading up to the Venture Showcase, we’re asking each company how their personal values are reflected in their business, and what they would do with $10,000 if they won it at the Venture Showcase this June.

Venture Name : Dorm Dolla

Members: Romeo Bruton, CEO; Russell Davis

Venture Description : Dorm Dolla is the online store for college students, young executives, and on-the-go families. We simplify life for college students and beyond.

How does this business reflect your personal values?
My company reflects my values in the sense that I want to be able to give back by proving motivational workshops and seminars for college students all over the world.

If you were to win the $10,000 grand prize at the Venture Showcase, what would you do with it?
With $10,000, my company would start a marketing campaign.

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