Coles & Keys Inc.

Coles & Keys opened in early March of 2023 by two friends, Nikki Wagler and Nicole Streicher. With a passion and love for eyewear, the duo set out to provide a place in the community where they could showcase fashion forward independent eyewear options.

Nikki and Nicole are not only passionate about eyewear, but also about the stories of the artisans who create one-of-a-kind pieces and give back to their communities. They commit to only carrying eyewear that aligns with their business ethics and goals, and steer clear of promoting mass-production in their industry. Their overall focus is to support and supply great eyewear and products.

After having an unpleasant experience with traditional lenders, the team did some research on the internet to find a lender that would not only see their business vision, but also support their goals and dreams. Nikki and Nicole were astounded at the vast difference in their dealings with traditional lenders versus Perth CFDC, citing that they felt support every step of the way.

Perth CFDC has helped Nikki and Nicole not only with financial support, but also overall guidance in their entrepreneurship journey. They felt reassured, supported and comfortable - they stated that they would not have been able to open their doors without the support of Perth Community Futures.