Meet Leah Kershaw | Artist & Small Business Owner

We had the good fortune of connecting with Leah Kershaw and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Leah, can you talk to us a bit about the social impact of your business?
ECOPOSH4U helps the community by making sustainable fashion easy and affordable. Every item I resell keeps clothing out of landfills and reduces the demand for new fast-fashion production. I focus on quality, transparency, and fair pricing so people can shop in a way that’s both eco-friendly and budget-friendly.

My embroidered patch shop also supports creativity and up-cycling — patches help people repair or personalize clothing they already own, which extends the life of garments and reduces waste even further.

At its core, my business promotes reuse, sustainability, and a more human shopping experience in a market that’s becoming increasingly automated.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
My “art” is really the art of rescuing, reimagining, and re-circulating fashion. What sets my work apart is the combination of sustainability, curation, and creativity that I bring to ECOPOSH4U and my embroidery patch shop. I’m not just reselling — I’m giving clothing and accessories a second life, helping reduce textile waste while creating an experience that feels personal, fun, and thoughtful.

I’m most proud of how far I’ve come without traditional training, funding, or a roadmap. Everything I know — photography, branding, sourcing, listing, inventory systems, and customer experience — I learned by diving in headfirst and figuring it out piece by piece. Nothing about this journey was “easy.” Early on, I struggled with imposter syndrome, inconsistent sales, and the pressure to do everything myself. What helped me overcome those challenges was staying adaptable, learning from the reseller community, and reminding myself that progress matters more than perfection.

Along the way, I’ve learned to trust my eye, trust my process, and trust my ability to grow. I’ve learned that small businesses don’t have to look like anyone else’s version of success — mine reflects who I am, what I care about, and the impact I want to make.

What I want the world to know is that ECOPOSH4U isn’t just a resale shop. It’s a mission-driven business built around sustainability, creativity, and community. Every piece I sell is saved from the waste stream, every package is sent with care, and every sale contributes to a more mindful fashion ecosystem. My story is proof that you can build something meaningful from the ground up, one rescued item at a time.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
If my best friend came to visit Fort Collins for a full week, I’d give them the kind of tour that shows why people fall in love with this place so fast. I’d start by walking them through Old Town — the heart of Fort Collins and the inspiration for Disneyland’s Main Street. We’d grab a latte at The Bean Cycle, wander through the local boutiques, and end the evening with dinner at Ginger and Baker, followed by a slice of their famous pie.

Throughout the week, we’d explore Fort Collins’ incredible outdoor scene. One day would be dedicated to hiking Horsetooth Mountain for those unbeatable views, and another for paddleboarding or picnicking at Horsetooth Reservoir. If the weather was perfect (which it usually is), we’d bike along the Poudre River Trail and stop for lunch at The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm.

Fort Collins is also a craft beer destination, so we’d hit a few of the best: New Belgium, Odell, and Funkwerks — each with a different vibe and some of the friendliest people you’ll meet. For a more laid-back night, we’d listen to live music at The Magic Rat or catch a comedy show at The Comedy Fort.

We’d make time to explore the local arts scene too, whether it’s First Friday Art Walk, the Museum of Discovery, or stumbling into one of the city’s quirky murals and pop-up art installations.

And of course, we’d sprinkle in plenty of great food: tacos from Los Tarascos, brunch at Snooze, a cozy dinner at Little on Mountain, and maybe finish the week with ice cream from Walrus Ice Cream — a Fort Collins classic.

To me, the magic of Fort Collins lies in its mix of community, creativity, and nature. It’s vibrant, welcoming, a little quirky, and full of hidden gems. It’s the kind of place where every day can feel like an adventure if you want it to.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I’d love to dedicate my shoutout to the entire community of small, independent resellers who inspired and supported me from the very beginning. When I first started ECOPOSH4U, I didn’t have mentors in a traditional sense — I had real people in the Poshmark community, and resale forums who were openly sharing tips, mistakes, encouragement, and motivation. Their honesty and willingness to help others succeed made a huge difference in my own growth.

I also want to recognize my buyers and repeat customers. Their trust in my little shop, their messages, and their excitement over the pieces they find motivate me every day. Every review, every “thank you,” and every shared moment makes this feel more like a community than just a business.

I also have to credit Captain Planet — who first planted the idea that individuals really can make a difference for the environment.

Website: https://ecoposh4u.wixsite.com/ecoposh4u

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecoposh4u/

Twitter: https://x.com/ECOPOSH4U

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082869805886

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ecoposh4u

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