Big ideas in a small space

Boxyard RTP welcomes retail businesses to each fulfill six-month residencies in PopBox. Learn more about the 2025-2027 cohort of PopBox recipients by reading this press release.

PopBox is a 320-square-foot space within the Boxyard RTP development that hosts pop-up style shops on a rotating basis. Coupled with a $6,750 micro-grant from NC IDEA and the Research Triangle Foundation, PopBox is designed to give small businesses exposure to the brick-and-mortar environment with the tools they need to be successful.

This program began in 2021 with the mission to propel small businesses back into the market amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. Since inception, we have seen 11 small businesses come through our program.

Brought to Boxyard RTP in partnership with

Open now at PopBox: Keisha Elise Cosmetics

Keisha Elise Cosmetics is a clean beauty brand designed to celebrate the bond between moms and daughters. It offers vegan, cruelty-free makeup and accessories made for sensitive skin—perfect for sharing beauty routines and creating lasting memories.Keisha Elise products are affordable, easy to use and designed to inspire confidence, creativity and connection.