Last summer, we held a search in partnership with Bravo TV’s The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, Lisa Vanderpump, and her equally famous pup, “Giggy” the Pom. For the search, we sought your best ideas for innovative, functional, and stylish ideas to be a part of a trendy pet product line to be launched by Giggy himself.
We are excited to announce that as a result of that search, EN member, Lisa St. John, has had her idea selected for commercialization by Giggy’s team — with Giggy giving a sassy bark of approval, of course!
So, who is the woman behind this “G8” success? Glad you asked!
This is a pic of me sipping a cocktail on the island of Bali in Indonesia. Travel is a huge inspiration for me, and our trip to Bali created some of my fondest memories ever! -- LSJ
A native of Madison, Wisc., Lisa St. John now resides just outside of Ithaca, NY with her husband, Pete, and their two children. There, Lisa and Pete own a design firm that specializes in exhibit, product and graphic design. As the daughter of small business owners, Lisa has always had an entrepreneurial spirit, leading to a long trail of creative endeavors and start-ups — not to mention, an ever-growing list of product ideas (in her trusty notebook!). After discovering Edison Nation last fall, Lisa spent only a short time on the site before she was hooked — and according to Lisa, the Giggy the Pom search, albeit new terrain, was right up her alley!
“Edison Nation was hosting a search for a pet product for Giggy, the canine star of the Bravo reality series The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills – and I truly dove into the process. My submission was a completely new idea inspired by Edison Nation’s call for action. I’m a huge fan of the Housewives series, and of Lisa Vanderpump in particular, so when I saw this search, lots of ideas started brewing. I had seen every show, and felt like I had a good idea of what that little ‘Gigster’ would like. I knew Lisa had a good sense of humor, so I created some silly illustrations, made a video, and sent it.”
…And the rest, as they say, is history! Well, sort of!
When we asked Lisa what she’d like the EN community to know about her, she responded:
“My mom always says ‘people perish for lack of a dream,’ so at heart, I’m a diehard dreamer! I believe wholly that you have to have a vision for yourself, live life creatively and try to garner some joy and wisdom from every encounter. That is why I am so enthusiastic about Edison Nation. The EN community members are consummate cheerleaders and sage advisors. It’s been extremely supportive and most inspiring.
Well said, Lisa! We couldn’t agree more! 🙂
Please join us as we continue to be Lisa’s “cheerleaders” and congratulate her on this exciting news!
Congrats Lisa! Can’t wait to see what ya came up with for the ‘Gigster’! I’m sure he’ll be a handsome little guy! Sooooo happy for you, way to go!!!!!
Lisa, so happy for you. What a fun search to be chosen for. Can’t wait to see Giggy with your idea. Congratulations!
Congrats!
OH WOW.,.. i just love your pic… you look soooo sweet and i would like to know what is in that mellon…. :))))
Also… your quote from your mom is so inspirational to me… i have to keep it… hope you don’t mind… i agree with your outlook on life… wish all could see it that way !!!!!!!! :)))))))))))
BIG CONGRATS LISA !!! xxoo
Well alriiiiight Lisa and EN!
Your interview, Lisa, and approach, remind me so much of my fondest EN comrades and myself. That makes your success and ENs in this search that much sweeter!
Congrats Lisa!
YAY!!!
Way to Go Lisa !!!! This is absolutely terrific!! Congratulations Lisa and EN . . . . can’t wait to see Giggy take to the “run way”…
Much Congratulations to you and your family, Lisa!
…and your mom is a very wise woman 🙂
Well done, Lisa. Your great approach has led you down a great road. Sounds like harmony. I can’t wait to see your idea take off. Congrats!
I’ve known Lisa for most of my life and I can say this wonderful news is not that suprising to me!! With her love of animals paired with her creativity I cannot wait to see what she has come up with!! Way to go Lisa! The Kelly Family is very proud of you and love you very much!
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Way to go!!!
KUDOS!!!!!! You could do it ….and you knew it! Can’t wait to see your work.
Congratulations Lisa! Your mom is absolutely right! Two brilliant women I’m so proud of!
Congratulations Lisa! Your mom is absolutely right! You are amazing!
It is so inspiring to hear of your story…My best to you!