MEET THE TEAM
At a young age, B developed an interest in the culinary world. She is grateful to her family for creating an environment that nurtured creativity and taught her that anything is possible no matter where you come from. As a student of Emmett O'Brien Technical High School in Ansonia, Connecticut, Briana specialized in Culinary Arts. A few years after graduating, B took the time to build her skills and name in her Southern Connecticut community. She is passionate about her field and looks for every opportunity to give back. Her passion for Culinary and her experience in the food industry and local business are a perfect combination for starting her dream as a business owner.
Autumn and B met while attending Emmett O'Brien Technical High School in the Culinary Arts Program. They grew as close as sisters and shared a creative passion for many kitchen creations. Although Autumn has moved on to work in the Aviation field, she always offers her support and a helping hand for creative input for B's Boozy Bee ideas. Autumn enjoys making people happy, trying to bring a light and playful energy to situations that may be stressful for others, Autumn was ecstatic when she was asked to work on marketing platforms for The Boozy Bee, doing her best to share B's talents with the world. Autumn is proud to watch Bri become a businesswoman and fulfill her dreams.
Instagram: @autumnrosepenne
Email: autumnpenne@outlook.com
Gina has been a close friend of Bri since childhood and loves to be her primary taste tester! Aside from being chosen family to B, she is a Bartender at a local bar in Shelton and hopes to introduce her signature cocktails to The Boozy Bee storefront one day. She also is working towards her Master's Degree in Social Work and is striving to become an adolescent counselor who specializes in drug and alcohol abuse. Gina is all about making a difference in others' lives and is proud to help B reach her Boozy Bee goals! Gina has influenced several of the flavor combinations with her professional bartending background. Her support of the business has been present from the moment Briana knew her dream.
Instagram: @gina.oraz
Email: g.orazietti19@gmail.com
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Sharon Cole:
Sharon is Briana's mother who has been supportive of her culinary dreams since the very beginning. In her free time, she works with The Boozy Bee, providing her background in analytics and artistic vision. The Boozy Bee owes great respect to Sharon for her contributions and assistance.
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Michael Castro:
Michael Castro assisted in the foundational steps to starting The Boozy Bee dream. His education and experience in the business world provided the insight needed for Briana to confidently begin her entrepreneurial journey. He has founded The Castro Group LLC Peer Support Services for those in need. https://www.castrogrouppeersupport.com/ . In addition, he is the owner of M.J.S Mechanical, a construction company that works on projects big and small https://www.mjs-mechanical.com/ .
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Edwin Maldonado:
Edwin and B have known each other since Kindergarten. After several years apart, they reconnected in high school freshman year where they shared the same Honors schedule. Edwin graduated from the University of Bridgeport with a Bachelor of Science in interior design. After graduation, he studied abroad in Florence Italy for 7 months studying architecture. Due to their longtime friendship, Edwin wanted to support B further by making The Boozy Bee logo.
Instagram: @e.d.w.i.n.__
Portfolio: www.edwinmaldonadoportfolio.squarespace.com
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GiGi:
GiGi Marie has started her own small business Gigis Creative Corner which supplies various stationary creations. The Boozy Bee is working closely with this women-owned company in supplying stickers for both packaging and promotional use.
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Every order is one step closer to achieving The Boozy Bee Dream.
The Boozy Bee team cherishes all of the support we have gained from our friends, family and community.
