(Ontario, California – February 18, 2025) – Over its 13 years in business, 1LoveIE has spread the word of the Inland Empire far and wide through its unique IE-branded product lines. Now, in partnership with Ontario International Airport (ONT) and Evolve by Hudson, the boutique retailer has the opportunity to expand its reach to the more than 7 million passengers a year who travel through the popular Southern California gateway.
“We are delighted that travelers and guests will be able to buy 1LoveIE’s locally-branded clothing and accessories in our two main terminals, a partnership we believe adds to the strong sense of place we’re building as we proudly serve one of the most dynamic population and economic centers in the United States,” said Elisa Grey, chief revenue management officer for the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).
1LoveIE, which stands for both “One Love Inland Empire” and “One Love in Everything,” sells its merchandise at Victoria Gardens in Rancho Cucamonga, the Galleria at Tyler in Riverside, Redlands and Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel. Products include headwear, shirts, tote bags and more.
“We are all about providing a local brand that can actually speak to our region, while promoting peace, love and unity throughout the region” said 1LoveIE founder Justin Hudson, who came up with the idea while traveling in France. “People would ask, ‘where are you from,’ and I would always say, ‘L.A.’ I realized that we needed to find a better way to brand the Inland Empire.”
For ONT, whose mission is to “boldly seize every opportunity to connect the Inland Empire to the world,” the partnership is well-timed. The airport is riding the wave of 46 consecutive months of year-over-year passenger growth, due in part to record-setting growth across the IE – now the 12th largest metropolitan area in the U.S. ONT itself is an economic driver for the region, contributing nearly $4 billion per year in economic impact.
“We see our broader role in the region as a significant one, and adding more Inland Empire and Southern California brands to our retail and dining options is a big part of our strategy moving forward,” Grey said.
Evolve by Hudson said it is proud to Partner with 1 love IE: “They are the pulse of the community that we serve, and now you can take a piece with you when you fly to your next destination. Local vendors are the key to bringing a diverse mix of products that can speak to everyone.”
