Long Bio
Biography: Tonia Jahshan
Picture this: Tonia Jahshan, a visionary with a cup of tea in hand, ignited a journey over 17 years ago. Her mission? To infuse loose leaf tea into the lives of all she touched. But she stirred more than tea leaves; she stirred a movement. Through her social selling venture, Sipology, Tonia not only shared the joy of tea but uplifted countless business owners, granting them extra income and a supportive community. Today, that seed of an idea has bloomed into a recognizable North American health and wellness brand, boasting matcha, essential vitamins, and super greens – a bouquet of well-being.
In 2012, stars aligned as Tonia and Hatem stepped into CBC’s Dragons’ Den and found kindred spirits in Jim Treliving and David Chilton. Their pitch echoed like a harmonious chorus, hailed as one of the finest Den had witnessed. This dynamic duo later graced the Den four more times for updates and commercials, solidifying their status as legends of the Den realm.
Fast-forward to the present: Sipology's branches stretch wide, with millions in annual sales and a legion of Sipologists across North America. These dedicated souls are on a mission, peddling not just products, but health, sustainability, and government-approved goodness. Year after year, Sipology shines on the PROFIT 500 Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies list, and Tonia’s accolades glisten – from Canada's #1 Female Entrepreneur to the Ernst and Young Entrepreneurial Winning Women award. Her touch is like alchemy, turning business into community, earning her a special citation award from Ernst and Young. Forbes has taken notice too, placing her among the select Women to Watch.
In the end, it all began with a humble cup of tea, but Tonia Jahshan's journey is an embodiment of growth, resilience, and a passion steeped in purpose.
Short Bio
Tonia Jahshan embarked on her visionary journey over 17 years ago, armed with a cup of tea and a mission to infuse the joy of loose leaf tea into people's lives. Through her social selling venture, Sipology, she not only shared the love for tea but also empowered numerous business owners, providing them with extra income and a supportive community. Today, Sipology has blossomed into a renowned North American health and wellness brand, offering matcha, essential vitamins, and super greens – a bouquet of well-being.
In 2012, Tonia and Hatem made their mark on CBC's Dragons' Den, impressing Jim Treliving and David Chilton with their pitch. This dynamic duo returned to the Den multiple times, cementing their legendary status in the entrepreneurial realm.
Fast-forward to the present, Sipology has expanded its reach, achieving millions in annual sales and building a dedicated network of Sipologists across North America. Their mission extends beyond products, encompassing health, sustainability, and government-approved quality. Year after year, Sipology shines on the PROFIT 500 Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies list, and Tonia's accolades continue to accumulate, from Canada's #1 Female Entrepreneur to the Ernst and Young Entrepreneurial Winning Women award. Forbes recognizes her as one of the Women to Watch.
In the end, Tonia Jahshan's journey, rooted in a humble cup of tea, embodies growth, resilience, and a passionate commitment to purpose.