Title: Founder and CEO, Nasty Gal
Born: San Diego, April 20, 1984
Education: High- and art-school dropout
Early Marker: Sold vintage designer clothing via her one-woman eBay store before being kicked off the online auction platform.
Big Idea: Developed social media–driven website selling inexpensive hip clothing, shoes and accessories for women ages 18 to 24.
Wave of the Future: Design-led retailing, e-commerce, social media
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