Adafruit

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Adafruit Industries, founded in 2005 by MIT engineer Limor "Ladyada" Fried, is a leading online retailer of DIY electronics and kits. The company focuses on providing high-quality, well-designed products for makers of all ages and skill levels, including tools, equipment, and electronics that are personally selected and tested by Limor. With over 100 employees, Adafruit has established itself as a certified Minority and Woman-owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) and has been recognized for its rapid growth, ranking #11 among the top 20 USA manufacturing companies. Adafruit also plays a significant role in the NYC industrial sector, co-chairing initiatives to support local manufacturing and innovation.