Shawn Tsao

Queenly is the largest marketplace and ML-driven search engine for the formalwear industry. Queenly helps women of all ages find the exact dress they’re looking for (and resell it after!). They offer a premium service that involves authentication assurance, dry cleaning, packaging and shipping, to truly offer a white glove experience to their users. Queenly aims to foster a community of women that uplifts and strives to help one another look and feel like a queen on their special occasion. Live on iOS, Android and web. Backed by Y Combinator.

Rooster & Rice is a fast casual concept that delivers Khao Mun Gai, a traditional Thai chicken and rice street dish to the San Francisco Bay Area

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Queenly is the largest marketplace and ML-driven search engine for the formalwear industry. Queenly helps women of all ages find the exact dress they’re looking for (and resell it after!). They offer a premium service that involves authentication assurance, dry cleaning, packaging and shipping, to truly offer a white glove experience to their users. Queenly aims to foster a community of women that uplifts and strives to help one another look and feel like a queen on their special occasion. Live on iOS, Android and web. Backed by Y Combinator.

Rooster & Rice is a fast casual concept that delivers Khao Mun Gai, a traditional Thai chicken and rice street dish to the San Francisco Bay Area

The Halal Guys embody the spirit of the American Dream. Founded in 1990 by three Egyptian immigrants, this iconic brand is more than just a name—it’s a legacy of cultural tradition, hard work, and a commitment to bringing people together over food. It all began with a hot dog cart in the heart of New York City. But these founders quickly noticed a need for something new: authentic halal food. They pivoted, serving up American Halal on the corner of 53rd & 6th Avenue, creating a haven for Muslim taxi drivers who craved a taste of home. Word spread, and soon, that corner cart was drawing crowds from all walks of life, all eager to experience the fresh, vibrant flavors that would soon make The Halal Guys legendary. By 2017, The Halal Guys was not just New York City’s top spot on Yelp but also the restaurant recommended by Siri when anyone asked for the best eats in the city. Their commitment to freshness, taste, and value became a hallmark, inspiring the long, winding lines that have come to symbolize the brand. From day to night, The Halal Guys became an essential stop for everyone—from the lunchtime rush to midnight cravings. Today, The Halal Guys stands as a global phenomenon, with over 100 locations worldwide and 400+ more in development. They’re bringing American Halal food to people everywhere, transforming a single food cart’s mission into a world-spanning celebration of taste and tradition.