Carolina Pad

A family company founded in 1945, Carolina Pad™ (www.carolinapad.com) made a bold strategic move in 2000 — introducing fashion school and office products. This decision not only transformed the company, it changed the industry as well. Fashion school and office supplies are now a staple in stores across the U.S. Over the years, Carolina Pad products have developed a loyal fan base. Thanks to a passionate design team, a dedication to innovation, and a product development process that relies on consumer research, our on-trend designs and superior functionality have made our collections favorites among female consumers. Carolina Pad is committed to giving back. The Commerce with a Conscience program supports local and national programs that promote children, families and the environment. In the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region, we support Classroom Central, a free store for teachers who work in low-income schools. Our Kendall Kollection, is the result of a partnership with Signature Designer Jacqueline Savage McFee and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). A portion of the proceeds from this collection goes to leukemia research and support. In 2009, Carolina Pad introduced a new sustainable product line under the Sasquatch® brand.Based in Charlotte, NC, Carolina Pad has multiple satellite domestic offices and an international headquarters in Hong Kong. In addition to school and office supplies, Carolina Pad offers a wide array of arts and crafts products under the Ghostline™ and U:Create™ brands. Look for more on Carolina Pad in the March 2009 issue of Inc. Magazine and in the soon to be released book – “The Catalyst: How You Can Become an Extraordinary Growth Leader.”