The beginnings of Brownie & Co. are what dreams are made of. After making brownies for over 20 years for her children’s bake sales; friends and family urged Brownie & Co. owner Karen Cheeks- Lomax to consider starting a business. But it was not until her daughter Camille moved back to New York after graduating from American University in 2011, that she seriously considered this as a business option. Camille, the second of her three daughters gave creative shape to an idea that had been a dream of Karen’s for many years. For the past 2 years, Karen and Camille have given life to Brownie & Co. through their virtual bakery and pop-up shops.

“I am blessed to have my daughter Camille working side by side with me. Her business savvy and expertise in brand identity and strategy. I am fortunate to have the gift of a child as a colleague and business partner.” As a lawyer and the CEO of a non-profit in Westchester, Karen still finds time to do one of the most important things in her career — baking brownies. 

"No matter what it may be, it is amazing what one can accomplish with determination."

Karen Cheeks-Lomax

OWNER & BAKER

What I do:
I love to bake brownies. As a busy lawyer, for years I struggled to make time for PTA bake sales and classroom birthday parties. I always wanted my three daughters to have a part of me when they brought their baked goods to school, and for me,  baking was my outlet to let me girls know I was always with them. 

What I've done:
As a lawyer and the Chief Executive Officer of a domestic violence nonprofit in Westchester County, I have dedicated my life's work to helping families affected by domestic violence and human trafficking. 

What I see for the future: 
Continue with my passion for baking brownies. My hope is that Brownie & Co. gives warmth and joy to others and it's as simple as that. 

Camille Cheeks-Lomax

THE BRAND MARKETER

What I do:
I create stuff! Okay let me be more specific, I conceptualize creative marketing strategies for businesses and brands. I oversee all Brownie & Co. company affairs and future business. 

What I've done:
I've worked on marketing campaigns, production events and large scale branding projects for the National Urban League and Citi Bike. The coolest thing by far is collaborating with my mother to create the dopiest virtual brownie bakery on this side of the western world.

What I see for the future:
Building big integrated ideas for global brands. Like brownies, I enjoy thinking about the next big thing!