We are the first African American Female Juice owned company of it’s kind to be in Whole Foods. Last month made 1 year of our partnership with Whole Foods, we started in 1 store and now we are in 6 stores. In February of this year we were honored by the Governor of Texas at his State of the State Speech as an Inspiring Small Business Woman. The Governor said, “When Women Succeed, Texas Succeed”. What do you specialize in, what are you most known for? We are a non-alcoholic beverage company. We specialize in making fresh juices. Everyone has a story about why they started, what’s your’s? My story was born out of me facing some health challenges and needing to lose weight. Being in business can be hard and difficult sometimes, what keeps you motivated? When I think about the many lives I am impacting and inspiring to be their best healthy self. What can we look forward to from you in the upcoming year? We are on an expansion campaign for 2020. We are excited about our expansion to serve others. What has been the hardest thing about being in business? The hardest thing has been the financing.
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What are the failures that you most cherish? In the beginning the trial and error of putting certain recipes together and coming up with some catchy names. What did you want to be when you grew up? A major company in the non-alcoholic beverage industry. What do you do in your free time? I enjoy exercising and inspiring young kids to be entrepreneurs. How would you describe yourself in one word? Ambitious What sets you apart from others who are doing the same thing? We don't just make juice, we juice with a purpose. What is a philosophy or quote that you live by? "Build The People and The People Will Build Your Business" by Zig Ziglar If you could offer one piece of advice to someone wanting to follow your path, what would it be? Start where you are and follow your passion. Be consistent and never give up. For more information visit www.jivejuicecompany.com
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