Hermes and Jeanette, the proud owners of Ortiz Art Drafts Designs, are young Puerto Rican entrepreneurs passionate about creativity and business. Hermes Ortiz, a graduate in Architectural Drawing and Graphic Design, brings 14 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Jeanette Rosario, with a degree in Social Sciences and Business Administration, has over a decade of expertise in sales.

In 2015, they moved to Cleveland, Ohio, with their two daughters in pursuit of better educational opportunities. By the end of that year, they took a leap of faith and started their business. Their journey began in their basement, and in 2016, they showcased their first exhibition at the Placita event sponsored by HBC. In 2017, they participated in a small business incubator program, securing third place in the competition and gaining recognition at Tienditas Del Mercado.