Luxury Fashion Entrepreneur & CEO at Anima Iris; Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree; Author of "#Admitted"; Advocate for African Artisans
Wilglory Tanjong Biography
Wilglory Tanjong is a Cameroonian-American entrepreneur, author, and social justice activist recognized as the founder, CEO, and creative director of Anima Iris, a luxury handbag brand known for its integration of African art and heritage. Anima Iris draws inspiration from Tanjong's Cameroonian background and her experiences as a second-generation immigrant. The brand, named after her childhood best friend Anima and her mother Iris, produces handcrafted bags in Dakar, Senegal.
Tanjong studied African American studies at Princeton University and earned an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. During her academic career, she received the African Studies Senior Thesis Prize, the Spirit of African American Studies Award, and was named United Negro College Fund's Youth of the Year.
After graduation, Tanjong worked at a manufacturing and supply company in Atlanta before traveling across Africa for six months. During this period, she established a community of artisans producing handbags, jewelry, and shoes. Motivated by personal experiences, including living on food stamps as a teenager and coping with the loss of her mother, Tanjong launched Anima Iris with a $5,000 personal investment. The company has since grown into a multimillion-dollar business. Tanjong prioritizes fair compensation for her employees, paying workers in Dakar significantly above the local average.
Anima Iris has gained recognition in the global fashion industry. The brand's visibility increased after a blogger's social media post went viral, leading to a rapid sellout of inventory. Anima Iris received further attention when Beyoncé was seen carrying one of its bags, resulting in a surge of sales and increased brand awareness. The brand's products have been featured in Vogue, Essence, Harper's Bazaar, InStyle, and Elle. Anima Iris has also appeared on Season 5 of HBO's "Insecure" and Netflix's "Survival of the Thickest." The brand is available at Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, and Amazon Luxury Stores. Tanjong has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree for her achievements in fashion entrepreneurship.
In addition to her work in fashion, Tanjong co-authored the book "#Admitted: A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming the Odds," which provides guidance for students navigating high school and the college application process. Through Anima Iris, her writing, and public advocacy, Tanjong supports social impact initiatives, focusing on empowering African artisans, particularly women, by promoting fair wages and safe working conditions. Her efforts continue to influence the luxury fashion industry and advance conversations about entrepreneurship, African culture, and global business.
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