Meet the Founder: Colbi Maxwell

Meet the Founder: Colbi Maxwell

Hey there, Linq'd lovers! 👋

I figured it’s about time I introduced myself properly. I'm Colbi, the founder of Linq’d, and I’m so excited to share a little bit of my story with you! 

Linq’d started with one of those classic "oh no!" moments. It was right before my first EDC in 2022, and I was all set to dance the weekend away... until my phone was stolen.  Major buzzkill, right? I tried to improvise by attaching my phone to a lanyard phone strap and it just didn’t match the outfits I had worked so hard on—and that’s when the lightbulb moment hit: there had to be a better way to keep your phone safe and cute.

And just like that, Linq'd was born!  What started as my personal hack quickly grew into something much bigger. I wanted to create a brand that wasn’t just about solving a problem but also about helping people express their individuality through fun, fashionable accessories. Linq’d is all about staying connected (literally), whether you’re at a festival, a party, or just out running errands.

A little about me: I’m originally from Iowa, but now I call sunny Los Angeles home.  I absolutely love creating things—whether it’s designing new Linq’d straps, making festival fits, painting, or making content for my Instagram (@colbicat if you wanna follow along!). When I’m not busy with Linq’d, you’ll probably find me at the beach, with my dog, Turkey, soaking up the sun and dreaming up new ideas for the brand.

Now, when I say "we" at Linq’d, I mean me... and my pets, Turkey and Petri. Yup, it’s a very small business over here! I’m the one designing, handcrafting each strap, packing orders, doing our accounting (trying) and running our social media (with some moral support from my furry assistants, of course ).

What I love most about Linq’d is that it’s handmade with so much love right here in LA. I’m so proud that we’re a small, woman-owned business, and I’m always looking for ways to keep things fresh, creative, and totally you. Each strap is made with the highest quality materials and designed to help you stay stylishly connected, no matter where you’re going. 

Now, if you’re wondering about my personal fave, it’s definitely the Harley Phone Strap in gold! ✨ She’s edgy but still girly, which is totally my vibe. It’s the perfect way to stay connected and look cool doing it.

I’m so grateful to everyone who’s been part of the Linq’d journey so far. Whether you're here because you love festivals, fashion, or just need a solution for those "where did I put my phone?!" moments, Linq’d is for you. This isn’t just a brand—it’s a community, and I’m so happy you’re here with me.

Thanks for being part of my journey! Let’s stay Linq’d. 💫

Xoxo,
Colbi



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