ESSIE BARTELS
FOUNDER and CEO of ESSIESPICE
July 2020
Meet Essie Bartels. She’s the founder and CEO of EssieSpice, which makes vegan small-batch cooking sauces and spice blends from Africa that pack in a world of YUM. Her traditional West African blends mix influences from Asia, the Caribbean, South America and Europe to create a seamless fusion of complementary flavors. EssieSpice has a cult following— and for good reason— one bite of her best-selling (and super versatile) Mango Chili Medley and you’ll be taken on a journey. From her native Ghana to her career at a multinational corporation to successful small-business owner, Essie’s seen the world. And you know what? She's got that special sauce. Let’s catch up with her, shall we?
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