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Steph Korey

Away
New York, United States
Steph Korey co-founded Away with Jen Rubio in 2015 after a broken suitcase handle on a trip sparked the idea for a smarter, more thoughtful travel brand. Away's debut hardshell suitcase with a built-in battery charger became a cultural phenomenon, making Away one of the fastest DTC brands to reach $100 million in revenue. Korey faced leadership criticism in 2019 over a Slack culture exposé and stepped back as CEO, returning in a co-CEO capacity before fully departing.
DTC / Travel Products

About Away

Away designs and sells travel accessories including luggage, bags, and travel essentials with a DTC model known for premium quality, minimalist design, and strong brand storytelling.

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