BUDSIES LLC
MIAMI, FLORIDA

Budsies LLC is a creative company founded by Alex Furmansky in Miami, Florida, with the mission of making the world more huggable by transforming drawings into unique stuffed animal companions. The inspiration for Budsies originated from Alex witnessing his younger sister Michelle's creative journey and realizing the impermanence of childhood artwork. With the vision of preserving these personal creations as lifelong plush friends, Budsies was established. Since its inception in April 2013 under the filing number L13000047748, the company has expanded exponentially, producing over 14,000 Budsies and launching product lines such as Budsies Selfies and Petsies. Known for their collaboration with major brands like The Gap and Cut the Rope, Budsies also prioritizes philanthropy, making significant contributions to children's hospitals, charitable foundations, and more through initiatives like Budsies Pals. Situated in Miami-Dade County, Florida (featuring a mailing address at 3540 N Bay Homes Dr), Budsies serves as both a business and a beacon of kindness, supporting the dreams and needs of children worldwide through their bespoke plush offerings. With an official status registered with the CPSC under the Consumer Product Safety Commission and overseen by Bureau Veritas for materials testing, they ensure product safety meeting their high standards. The company remains actively involved in community-focused endeavors, reflecting Alex Furmansky's values of quality, care, and giving back, as embodied in Budsies' operations and outreach.