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WELCOME TO AYO LABS

Supercharging the Health and Beauty Industry 

About AYO LABS

AYO Labs is a dynamic ecosystem that fosters growth, innovation, and inclusion. Our mission is to provide tailored solutions that empower entrepreneurs to succeed, offering a comprehensive range of services from contract manufacturing to business acceleration.

In addition to our 40,000 sq ft facility at the Brooklyn Navy Yard (opening in 2025), we are excited to announce that our Newark, New Jersey facility is now up and running, providing state-of-the-art contract manufacturing services. This new location further expands our capacity to support entrepreneurs with scalable, high-quality manufacturing solutions as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

Founded in 2022, AYO Labs partners with the Brooklyn Navy Yard and the City of New York to address social inequities and create opportunities for entrepreneurs seeking to scale. By combining an R&D laboratory, co-working spaces, and back-office support, AYO Labs is helping build a community of business leaders who are driving meaningful change, particularly in the health and beauty industry. As makeup manufacturers, we specialize in creating top-tier beauty products that are made in New York, ensuring quality and innovation at every step.

Whether you're a startup or an established brand, AYO Labs is here to turn your vision into reality, offering flexible production, expert guidance, and a collaborative environment that accelerates business success.

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AYO Lab's vision for the future

At AYO Labs, we aim to supercharge health and beauty businesses while bridging the equity gap for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and female entrepreneurs. We leverage a holistic and equitable approach to business growth, acceleration, and market penetration, ensuring that entrepreneurs have the tools and resources needed to succeed.

  1. Championing BIPOC Entrepreneurs: We are committed to bridging the equity gap by empowering Indigenous, people of color, and black entrepreneurs, fostering economic growth and innovation within the health and beauty industry entrepreneurs.

  2. Supporting Businesses of All Sizes: From startups to established brands, we ensure all businesses have access to cutting-edge resources, a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, and the support necessary to scale from conception to commercialization.

  3. Building an Inclusive Ecosystem: AYO Labs is dedicated to creating a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem that promotes inclusivity, sustainability, and community empowerment.

  4. Reinvesting in the Community: Through our accelerator program, we reinvest in the ecosystem, providing comprehensive resources to help entrepreneurs grow, succeed, and create lasting impact.

AYO Labs is a dynamic and inclusive ecosystem designed to empower entrepreneurs, particularly those from underrepresented communities, by providing comprehensive support for business growth. We offer a wide range of services, including contract manufacturing, research and development, co-working spaces, and business acceleration. With state-of-the-art facilities in Brooklyn (opening in 2025) and Newark (now open), AYO Labs fosters innovation, scalability, and collaboration, helping businesses succeed from concept to commercialization.

AYO Ecosystem

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What we are

We are a comprehensive ecosystem offering contract manufacturing, R&D, business acceleration, and support services to empower entrepreneurs, particularly from underrepresented communities, in scaling and commercializing health and beauty brands.

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How we do it

Designing a community of comprehensive resources, mentorship, and physical infrastructure for Black & Minority owned businesses to scale throughout all phases of the scale journey.

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Our results

Increasing the number of Black and BIPOC businesses participating and accelerating in the market

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Join the AYO Ecosystem

Join the AYO Ecosystem vision. Together, we will build the path to success by creating products and services that enhance the lives and well-being of people around the world. Whether you are an entrepreneur, brand manager, international corporation, influencer, investor, or job seeker, the AYO Ecosystem is an open platform for all individuals and companies to create a future together. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a movement that is long overdue in the health and beauty industry. Join the AYO Ecosystem today and let's embark on this transformative journey together.

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