New craft company breaks six figures in sales

Maker Forte, based in east Manatee County, launched in mid-September 2020 with a collection of craft products.

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  • | 1:05 p.m. February 23, 2021
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Courtesy. Maker Forte offers fresh and modern craft products with themes such as American Sign Language stamps, underrepresented holidays and a range of collaborative ideas, says CEO Alexandra Stapleton-Smith.
Courtesy. Maker Forte offers fresh and modern craft products with themes such as American Sign Language stamps, underrepresented holidays and a range of collaborative ideas, says CEO Alexandra Stapleton-Smith.
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UNIVERSITY PARK — Craft company Maker Forte has reported it broke six figures in sales during its first quarter in operation. 

Maker Forte, based in east Manatee County in University Park, launched in mid-September 2020 with a collection of craft products. According to a press release, the company's early success surpassed the team's goals. 

 

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