Linda Hipp is a new Mom, the Founder, President, and Designer of LIJA, a lifestyle brand providing apparel for women in golf, tennis, active, and leisure. The company was incorporated as Hyp Golf in July 1997 and quickly became a success in the golf industry. Linda's designs challenged the traditional paradigms of women's golf apparel by introducing elements of European runway fashion into a previously conservative market. Although my focus started with golf, LIJA has grown to be a lifestyle brand offering unique looks that women can incorporate into all aspects of their life. My designs are inspired by today's busy lifestyle and the need for clothes that transition from one activity to the next." Linda has received recognition as a Business in Vancouver Top 40 Under 40 winner, one of Canada's Top Women Entrepreneurs, plus a prestigious APEX award. Her successful business has been recognized by Business in Vancouver as one of British Columbia's 50 Fastest Growing Companies twice, named one of Canada's Fastest Growing Companies by Profit Magazine five times, and Canadian Company of the Year by Score Golf twice. Linda is a member of the Forum for Women Entrepreneurs. She is also working as a mentor with other women in the start-up phase in the design/manufacturing sector. Linda was born, raised and still resides in Vancouver, BC.

After spending 15 years with the Gap with positions around the world, Cathy joined Please Mum based in Vancouver as VP of Retail Operations and she quickly climbed the ladder to become President. Cathy has a deep-rooted passion for retail and insists that, “it gets into your blood and you love it.” Her enthusiasm for the business easily translates to the human component of Please Mum. The company’s belief in connecting with their community by “thinking locally and acting globally” has provided all employees the opportunity to make the world a smaller place by giving back through The Please Mum Foundation Fund and their partnership with World Vision. Outside of work, Cathy is an avid runner and has a husband and two children. She has a devout commitment to family and is proud to maintain a healthy work/life balance as President of a large company.