About Us
How It All Started
Biggabed was conceptualized in 2019 at Middlebury College from a late-night conversation between friends in Hadley Hall. What came shortly after was the first prototype on the right, created with broken hockey sticks, tape, and 3D-printed hooks.
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Luckily for you, our product has improved drastically since 2019 and over 1000 Biggabeds have been sold across six different schools in the U.S.!
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The Team
Paul Fine-Lease '25
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Middlebury College
Campus Director
Paul is a multi-talented individual who excels both on and off the sports field. As a golfer and basketball enthusiast, he showcases his athleticism and competitive spirit. Paul is actively involved in various extracurricular activities, such as being a member of the Pre-Health Society and serving as a Title-IV intern and Facilitator for Athletes as Leaders. Paul cherishes quality time with loved ones, indulges in captivating movies, and immerses himself in the world of books. Paul's passion for sports, commitment to his community, and diverse interests make him an exceptional individual
Sophia Merageas '24
Middlebury College
Sophia is a dedicated ice hockey player at Middlebury and an active member of the Women of Wall Street Club. Pursuing a major in economics and minors in math and architectural studies, she possesses a diverse skill set. Beyond academics, Sophia finds joy in cooking and going on walks with friends. With a passion for both her studies and personal pursuits, Sophia aspires to achieve professional success in a career she loves.
Campus Director
Matt Myers '25
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Matt is a sophomore at Middlebury College and is currently majoring in economics and minoring in Spanish. Matt is a member of the Varsity Men's Ice Hockey team. Additionally, he works as a Delivery Fulfilment Specialist for Midd Wash & Carry. In his free time, Matt enjoys lifting, shooting hockey pucks with his brothers, watching Formula 1, and spending time with his family, especially his dog Kelly. Matt plans to pursue a career in investment banking, and he recently accepted an offer to work as a 2024 Investment Banking Summer Analyst at Moelis & Company in Boston, Ma.
Campus Director
Middlebury College
Jake Oblak '25
Jake is a student-athlete at Middlebury College. He is a member of the Men's Ice Hockey team, where he hones his skills and competes in various tournaments. He is a member of MiddCAM, a mentorship program that connects college students with high school students, as well as Recess Buddies, where he spends time with elementary-age students in Middlebury. During his free time, Jake enjoys playing golf, hiking, playing cards, and spending quality time with his friends and family. Jake has a clear vision for his future, he hopes to pursue a career in a hockey-related field where he can combine his love for the game with his desire to help young athletes achieve their full potential.
Campus Director
Middlebury College
Sustainability
Direct Charity
Sustainability is super important, but so is immediate impact. That's why, every year, Biggabed will donate 5% of profits to an organization whose goal is to create positive change and assist those marginalized by the society we live in.
Frame Recycling
Our wooden frames are custom-made to support you and your sleep. Once they get worn out, they'll be repurposed through a range of partner companies for a variety of different needs. Nothing will be wasted!
Tree Planting
It's pretty simple; for every bed we rent, we plant two trees. We did the math - each of our bed frames uses about 1/20th of the average sized-logging tree. We decided we'd plant two trees anyways.
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To learn more about One Tree Planted, a Shelburne VT, non-profit organization, check out their website below.
