Launch of a new eco apparel & lifestyle. Shamini Dhana Founder & CEO T F

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1 Launch of a new eco apparel & lifestyle brand Dhana Shamini Dhana Founder & CEO T F shamini@dhana.com

2 Dhana Inc. Eco apparel for Earth-conscious kids Dhana Inc. is where nature-inspired design, organic elements, the celebration of cultures, and like-minded artists & entrepreneurs all converge.

3 Wearin the World Collection eco apparel for globally-conscious kids We re Wearin the World! For eco-saavy kids ages 5-12 who connect with nature, cultures and celebrate the Earth. We re asking Where in the World? Designed by like-minded global artists and manufactured by our eco partners in India, our collection gets smart, socially conscious kids interested in the carbon footprint made by the clothes they wear. The Wearin' the World Collection is easy on Mother Earth and the Boyz and Girlz who love her. That s why we use only the softest, 100% certified organic fabric and eco-friendly dyes. Coming soon: The Wearin' the World Collection for teens!

4 Dhana Spring/Summer 2011 Girlz & Boyz Collection Natural wonders. The Girlz Collection celebrates nature -- flowers bloom and dance, and trees reach for the sky -- all in colors as soft as the organic cotton they're made of. Renewable energy. The Boyz Collection announces the exciting, ever-growing discovery of alternative energy sources -- honoring the green power of the sun, wind and new bio-fuels. Wearin' the World Collection honors the earth and our customers through fair trade practices and by using only sustainable, 100% certified organic fabrics and eco-friendly dyes.

5 Dhana Inc. Certification Because not all organic clothes are created equal To offer the highest quality organic clothes and gear for eco-aware kids, we knew that Dhana apparel had to be made using only 100% certified organic cotton and carcinogen-free, eco-friendly dyes. That meant meeting the highest environmental and social consciousness standards on the planet: Dhana apparel is GOTS-certified by Control Union, and the cotton fabric that we use for our clothes and gear can be accurately labeled 100% certified organic cotton. The facility where Dhana apparel is produced has received certification by DNV, having been audited and found to conform to the Social Accountability Standard SA We re honored that Dhana Inc. s products meet the highest eco- and social standards!

6 About Dhana Inc. Eco mindset. Every product leaves a carbon footprint, that s why we insist on using only sustainable raw materials & eco-friendly dyes. Global awareness. Inspired by eco-saavy kids from around the world, our apparel celebrates their human spirit and rich cultural diversity. Going green. Knowing the life-cycle of products creates an awareness for a more green lifestyle. Linked by design. Dhana designs are limited edition creations by global artists who share our mission: inspiring kids to make creative, conscious choices. Interconnected. Our worldwide reach as a business can have an impact on people around the world. Dhana Inc. is 100% committed to social responsibility through fair trade practices, sustainability and pay-itforward donations to globally responsible organizations.

7 The Dhana Spirit Our Values Sustainable & organic. Children s apparel must be good for kids and for the planet. That s why Dhana clothes and accessories are made using only certified organic fabrics and eco-friendly dyes. Dedicated to diversity. When it comes to life on Earth, kids are all-inclusive with celebration the diverse cultures of the world. Going green. Knowing the life-cycle of products creates an awareness for a more green lifestyle. Sharing the vision. Dhana designs are the work of eco artists from around the world joining us in inspiring kids to make creative, environmentally-conscious choices. Connected by nature. Mother Nature offers an endless display of colors, shapes and living things that connect us to each other and we re committed to protecting it. Grateful to give. A company is truly successful the moment it is willing to give back to the world. We donate a percentage of our sales to communities around the world.

8 Meet Founder Shamini Dhana Vision. To meet the needs of the eco consumer and create a lifestyle brand thru clothes, community and connection. Experience. Over the past 20 years, Shamini has been blessed with many amazing career opportunities and successes in academia, consulting, government, software and banking. Today, she connects with a network of business partners and like-minded professionals who are motivated and inspired to align with her on this journey the launch of Dhana Inc.

9 Meet eco artist Elaine Murphy Originally from Ireland, Elaine resonated immediately our plan to use nature-inspired art and fashion to send a message to the world about environmental awareness. Her artwork carries soft elements from nature as well as delightfully creative depictions of alternative energy sources. I want kids to appreciate the natural world by growing plants, flowers and trees even if you only have room for a flowerbox!

10 Dhana Gives Back on Day One Dhana Inc. social responsibility fabric includes funding of people, projects and philanthropic organizations invested in benefiting Mother Earth and the ecoaware kids that love her. Our current partners, includes: Kiddo! Kiddo! inspires children to reach their full potential by funding arts education and other vital programs. Dhana Inc. is happy to call the Kiddo! a kindred spirit, and we support their efforts by donating a percentage of our sales. 1% For the Planet. 1% For the Planet is an ideal partner for us, as they strive to encourage businesses to become environmental stewards that set an example for the industries around the world.

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