Meyer and Bolduc saw that most men's grooming products were filled with synthetic chemicals and lacked transparency. They wanted to build a brand offering high‑performing, natural formulations that men could trust.
They launched Oars + Alps to simplify men's grooming without being overpriced. Inspired by their husbands' frustration with complicated skincare, they created a brand offering clean, natural, travel‑friendly products.
Co-founder and longtime entrepreneur; strategic advisor to early‑stage, socially responsible brands. He leads brand development and long‑term vision of creating products that are clean, effective, and elevated.
Haldrup wanted a men's grooming brand that felt natural, fun, and unapologetically masculine. Most natural soaps were marketed toward women, and most men's soaps were full of synthetic detergents. He saw a gap and filled it.
He is the co-founder & CEO, with a background in venture capital and consumer startups. He wanted to create premium, affordable, and approachable personal care for men.
He co-founded Geologie with Dave Skaff and dermatologist Dr. Steve Xu to simplify men's skincare through personalization. The brand's mission is to simplify men's skincare with dermatologist‑backed, effective, and natural formulations.
