This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating Mei Xu – the Chinese-American entrepreneur who turned a basement hustle into a multi-million dollar empire. 🚀 Starting with little more than creativity and grit, Xu’s story is a masterclass in innovation, perfect for aspiring founders and dreamers alike.
"It began with one idea," Xu told Karina Mitchell in an exclusive interview, reflecting on her early days crafting products in Maryland. Today, her brand Blueme (a playful nod to her name, meaning "plum" in Chinese) has become synonymous with luxury home goods and cultural fusion, blending Eastern craftsmanship with Western aesthetics.
What’s her 2026 glow-up? Xu recently expanded into sustainable tech fabrics while mentoring Asian diaspora entrepreneurs through her nonprofit. "Success isn’t just about profit," she says. "It’s about lighting paths for others." 💡
