ExtraSpecialTeas is a visionary Social Franchise Retail Teahouse experience -in the US- offering first time employment opportunities for those with Intellectual & Developmental Differences [IDDs].

Our Value Proposition is two-fold: 1] INTEGRATED EMPLOYMENT, 2] COMMUNITY BUILDING.

Our Value Framework is a sturdy triangle: a] purpose, b] possibility/transformation, 3] belonging.

Currently, with two locations in Massachusetts, EST is set to expand rapidly over the next 5yrs, integrating communities through our unique Teahouses, literally working Laboratories, where we explore, create & enjoy life through the World of Tea in a completely new way.

Our offering is ultimately about Transforming the Possibilities of Tea, Ourselves, our Local Communities & the World -one step at a time. We champion a new Mainstreet Experience that everyone embraces -one in which- Everything we do & serve is good for Everyone.

I’ve been lucky enough to support this Social Innovation Enterprise from the beginning through my role as: Researcher & Strategic Planner, Identity & Brand Strategist, Creative Director, Marketing Strategist, Donor & Fundraising Developer, Product Developer & 360 Designer.

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