In 1990, my brother Massoud ‘Mike’ Altirs and myself established GMA Accessories Inc. as a small fashion business, manufacturing hair accessories out of our Brooklyn basement. Operating as Capelli New York (CNY), we gradually expanded our business internationally over 25 years. As our company grew, we sought to acquire companies that could diversify and expand [...]
Growing up in war-torn Lebanon, soccer was a great way for myself and other children to escape everyday struggles and engage in a mutual passion. The love that I developed for the game as a boy inspired me to extend opportunities for other children. I established Cedar Stars Academy (CSA) which has steadily grown ten [...]
The mission and culture at the heart of my company, Capelli New York (CNY), have always defined our principles—but diversification has been our strategy for success. We’ve diversified in order to build a unique name and become a one-stop shop for major fashion brands. When it comes to product, flexibility is key, and a wide [...]