About

Access 47 was founded by Dr. Alexis Davis, educator, executive leader, and author of The 47 Basic Rules of Leadership and the children's book 47 Little Leadership Lessons.

The inspiration for the Access 47 Shop came from the way Dr. Davis naturally worked. She often repurposed journals, planners, notebooks, drawing pads, sticky notes, and index cards to organize ideas, study, brainstorm, reflect, and manage daily priorities. While she values the convenience of digital tools, she has always believed there is something uniquely powerful about putting pen to paper, organizing your thoughts, and experiencing the satisfaction of checking off a completed task.

She wanted to create intentional tools that blended beauty with purpose. Products that were not only designed to support execution but were also visually inspiring. By offering a diverse collection of thoughtfully crafted designs, each person can choose the one that speaks to them while benefiting from the same carefully designed framework inside.

The name Access 47 reflects that mission. Dr. Davis wanted to give people access to the knowledge, tools, and practical insights that had helped shape her own journey. Through thoughtfully designed journals and stationery, Access 47 equips people to think more intentionally, stay organized, and transform ideas into meaningful action.

Why 47?

The story behind the number 47 began while writing The 47 Basic Rules of Leadership. Dr. Davis never intended to write exactly 47 principles. The framework naturally evolved into 47 rules. After the book was published, she began noticing the number 47 appearing throughout her daily life. The number 7 had long held personal significance for Dr. Davis. To her, it represented a commitment to lifelong learning, curiosity, and the pursuit of deeper understanding. It reflected her innate ability to look beyond the surface, question assumptions, seek truth, and continuously grow through knowledge and reflection. As she continued noticing the number 47 throughout her daily life, the connection between 47 and 7 ultimately inspired the creation of the Access 47 brand.

Welcome to Access 47.

Where inspiration meets execution.