Founders
BARE Blends works because our founders work
This business is the creative collaboration of two women who wanted to help people. Jessica, with a decade of experience in business ownership and Ann-Marie, a chemistry graduate with a major in nutrition, teamed up to offer people food that looked good and made them feel even better. With a business model that works and initiatives that positively impact the community, learn more about our founders and their expertise.
FOUNDER
Jessica is an experienced entrepreneur and leader in the health and wellness industry, as owner of multiple hot yoga studios, The Hot Yoga Spot franchise, co-owner of CrossFit For The People, BARE and BARE Blends franchising.
Jessica opened her first studio at the age of 23 after graduating from the University at Albany with a master’s in education. Jessica always planned on working as a high school teacher because she loves learning and has a passion for helping others to grow and realize their potential. It was while in grad school she realized her love for teaching and enthusiasm for yoga could beautifully blend to positively impact others.
Surrounding herself with yoga students in her studios since founding The Hot Yoga Spot in 2010, Jessica embodies both regular practice and eating well. This lifestyle led her to join her co-founder Ann-Marie in the creation of BARE. Together they want to expand the community's access to healthy, cruelty free and locally sourced foods.
Jessica’s passion for yoga and helping others is core to her everyday life. Working with BARE owners, Jessica is there to support them in areas of business startup, real estate selection, ongoing customer service and marketing of their local shop.
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FOUNDER
Ann-Marie has a bachelor’s degree in Cell Molecular Biology and Chemistry and, in addition to creating the recipes and operational foundation to open the first BARE, she is continuing her studies in biology and nutrition. As an owner of BARE Blends Franchise, she is very excited to share her background and wealth of knowledge with franchise owners as they open their shop.
Ann-Marie has keen interests in nutrition, food policy, physiology and philanthropy. She is extremely passionate about giving back to the community and maintaining a healthy lifestyle through applying scientific theory and evidence, providing the owners at BARE Blends with healthy options for their customers in each local community. Her role to support owners is in the areas of training, operations, marketing, research & development for new products and overall management of their BARE.
moreTalented Team
In addition to Ann-Marie and Jessica, franchisees work closely with our leadership team to learn everything they need to be a success.
- Realtor and Master Broker
- Culinary Director
- Operations Manager
- Marketing Experts
We are committed to your success
Jessica and Ann-Marie will work with you every step of the way to ensure your success and welcome you into the BARE Blends community. Jessica is involved heavily in your real estate process and works with you longterm to make your marketing effective. Ann-Marie helps you layout your location and create your menu while providing you with ongoing recipes, education and collateral. The founders and the rest of their team are involved in your pre-opening training, on site for your grand opening and provide ongoing support.
Our team is ready to guide you toward success and welcome you into the world of business ownership.