Their Nutty College Side Hustle Earned Over 6 Figures in Under 6 Months: 'Revenue Doubled Every Month' Pistakio co-founders Francine Voit and Nicola Buffo had no interest in 9-5 office jobs — so they became entrepreneurs.
By Amanda Breen Edited by Jessica Thomas
Key Takeaways
- Pistakio began as Voit and Buffo's senior project while students at Savannah College of Art and Design.
- More than 300 people tried — and bought — their pistachio spread at the business's first farmers market.
- After graduation, the co-founders moved to Portland, Oregon, where they continued to grow the brand.
This Side Hustle Spotlight Q&A features 24-year-old Francine Voit, co-founder with Nicola Buffo of Portland, Oregon-based pistachio spread company Pistakio. Learn how they started and grew their business to more than six figures in just six months. Responses have been edited for length and clarity.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Pistakio. Nicola Buffo, left, and Francine Voit, right.
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