The agave plant has been growing in the Karoo desert for a century and half. Originally it was planted as cattle-kraal fences. These plants grew big and tall enough to be quite the formidable fence post. Now imagine looking at your fence and thinking, “I could drink that”…
Read MoreMost people assume that the Agave plant is a type of cactus, but it’s actually a sweet succulent that is related to the Lilly family. The main difference between an agave and a cactus is that agave has leaves whereas a cactus does not.
Read MoreIn celebration of women's month I wanted to give thanks to women that inspire me. “The most powerful thing about a female athlete is that she can be glamorous and fierce at the same time”…
Read MoreIf this business was a rollercoaster we would be at the low point now waiting to ratchet up to the top not really knowing what is ahead or if it's going to be good or bad…
Read MoreBeing ‘Plastic Free July’ I thought it a great time to speak about sustainability in business. What does It mean to grow a sustainable business in the modern age?
Read MoreLeonista originally started as ‘La Leona’ meaning “Lioness.” With that came my first big lesson in starting a business. Think long term and make sure global trademark search when looking for a name…
Read MoreThe theme this month is around Leonista’s origins. How it all started: the journey, the ups and downs, and a few interesting events in between. So to kick off - how did it all begin?
Read MoreI was meant to be in Mexico by now… researching Tequilas, Mezcals, surfing the coast and opening export opportunities to the US. But here I sit…
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