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SAIL (Students Living Independent Lives) – Entrepreneurship
Located on the Brookdale Campus
Entrepreneurship is an exciting class designed for adults ages 18–32 with intellectual disabilities who want to explore business ownership, develop new skills, and earn money!
Students become part of a business team where they create, promote, and sell handcrafted products online—all while learning how to run a small business. In this hands-on program, participants work together to bring unique products to life, from the first idea to the final sale.
Students also have the chance to launch their own products or collaborate with peers to bring business ideas into reality. From pitching concepts to designing, marketing, and selling, they gain practical experience that builds confidence and financial independence.
Join SAIL Entrepreneurship and be part of a supportive community that encourages your goals, builds your confidence, and helps you succeed. Whether you dream of becoming an entrepreneur or just want to learn something new, this class will give you the tools to grow, earn, and shine!
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Meet our team
Karen Giuffre’
Education Visionary | Keynote Speaker | Education & Parenting Advisor | CEO & Founder, Voyagers’ Community School and SAIL | Disrupt Education Today | Adventure Esports
About
As CEO and Founder of Voyagers’ Community School and SAIL – Students Achieving Independent Lives – I am dedicated to reimagining education. My work challenges outdated systems and proves that curiosity fuels learning, dreams drive purpose, and every child and adult has the power to thrive because anything is possible.
A recognized thought leader and keynote speaker, I serve on boards and within progressive education organizations, advancing innovation across public, private, and charter schools. My expertise spans nonprofit leadership, curriculum development, and systemic transformation—always with students’ growth at the center.
As an innovator, I helped launch SAIL, securing more than $368,000 in grants, and developed Adventure Esports, a groundbreaking curriculum for young gamers. My approach draws on global best practices to create communities where respect, responsibility, and curiosity guide learning.
Above all, my mission is to equip students with the confidence, skills, and independence to chart their own course—because when we nurture learners, we strengthen the world.
Education: Goddard College; MEd, Education and Partnership Hood College, BA, Political Science and Communications
Felice Ponger
Hi, I’m Felice! I am very happy and proud to be part of this wonderful program, guiding such talented young adults. I have been a graphic artist, designer, fine artist, illustrator, and crafter and Educator my whole life. It brings me so much joy to see these students grow as artists and successful business owners.
In my free time, I love spending time with my family and friends, going to the beach, walking or biking in the woods, and enjoying live music.
Education: BFA Mason Gross School Of The Arts @ Rutgers University
Lisa
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MARISELA
Hello world! My name is Marisela Salles, but you can call me Mari Sales! I’m 22 and I hail from Tinton Falls, with my family. I am a hardcore anime fan and fandom buff. I watch a lot of animation series like indie shows including The Gaslight District, Murder Drones, and Hazbin Hotel and anime like Black Clover, Chainsaw Man, and other sorts of media. I love sweets and cats and will make different cat-like characters and other types of original characters! I am a self-taught artist and animator. I am also a black, woman, and LGBT-owned business! Hope you like my collection of wares and trinkets!
Ethan
I'm a twentysomething autistic creator who has loved cartoons since my infancy! My work draws upon my experiences and the many things I adore. Funky characters and hilarious yet heartfelt stories are M.O., and I love dabbling into many different techniques and artworks. I hope you enjoy what I make
Sean
Greetings, my name is Sean. You can call me Sean or RED SNOW. I’m a self-taught artist and musician who loves anime, manga culture, and cartoons. My favorite genres are fantasy and crime drama. Favorite mangas include Berserk, Chainsaw Man, Monster, Vinland Saga, Innocent, and Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure. I’m a fan of Hololive and my oshi is Calliope Mori. My favorite video games include the Devil May Cry series, Persona 4 and 5, Fallout New Vegas, the Bioshock series, Half Life 2, and the Legend of Zelda series. Hobbies include art and playing the bass. I hope you enjoy my art on these unique pieces of merchandise if you’re a fan of the same things I am.
Hope
My name is Hope. Some of my hobbies are: watching tv, playing with my two adorable cats, Jax and Lily, spending time outside, baking and cooking.
Catlin
Rebecca
Design Director
I am studying to be a preschool aide. I enjoy working with young children especially helping them fall asleep. I love to run 5k's, cook for my family, and take college classes. I am selling diamond art and creating packages of dry ingredients for sugar cookies.
Justin
Hi, I’m Felice! I am very happy and proud to be part of this wonderful program, guiding such talented young adults. I have been a graphic artist, designer, fine artist, illustrator, and crafter my whole life. It brings me so much joy to see these students grow as artists and successful business owners.
In my free time, I love spending time with my family and friends, going to the beach, walking or biking in the woods, and enjoying live music.
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