Talbott Teas
Talbott Teas is a Chicago based gourmet tea company owned by Jamba Juice. The company has a net profit of about $20 million. Owners Talbott and Nakisher appeared on Shark Tank, accepting a 35% equity deal with Kevin O'Leary.[1]
Company history
[edit]Talbott Teas was founded in 2003 by Shane Talbott and Dr. Steven Nakisher.[2] Shane Talbott spent more than 20 years in the salon and spa industry and has served as Oprah Winfrey’s personal hair colorist for 10 years.[3][4] Dr. Steven Nakisher is a psychologist and entrepreneur.[5]
Talbott Teas created special blends for the arts and entertainment industry including for Warner Brothers' 70th anniversary of The Wizard of Oz: The Ruby Slippers Blend,[2] the Joffrey Ballet's performances of The Nutcracker: Clara's Tea Slippers Blend, and a gift sets for the cast and crew of Slumdog Millionaire at the 2009 Academy Awards.[6]
Talbott won two awards for its Chocolate Almond Allure tea at the AIDS Foundation of Chicago's Annual World of Chocolate Event December 2011.[7] In 2012, Talbott Teas was chosen as one of Oprah's Favorite Things.[8]
Nakisher and Talbott appeared on Shark Tank in February 2011, receiving an investment of $250,000 for a 35 percent stake in their company from Kevin O'Leary.[1][9] Subsequently, Talbott Teas was purchased by Jamba Juice in 2012.[9]
References
[edit]- 1 2 Rogers, Kate (March 16, 2012). "Surviving the 'Shark Tank': Talbott Teas Grows its Brand From Hit TV Show". FOX News Network. Retrieved February 5, 2019.
- 1 2 Forman, Ross (December 15, 2010). "Talbott Teas: How Oprah changed gay owners' lives". Windy City Times. Retrieved February 5, 2019.
- ↑ Forman, Ross (December 15, 2010). "Talbott Teas: How Oprah changed gay owners' lives". Windy City Times. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ↑ "Jamba Juice buys Talbott Teas". Chicago Tribune. February 21, 2012. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ↑ "Chicago Psychologist Proves Why Teamwork Improves Businesses - CBS Chicago". www.cbsnews.com. March 30, 2015. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ↑ Bousquet, Kim (March 5, 2009). "T.J. graduate finds success selling high end tea, coloring Oprah's hair". The Daily Nonpareil. Retrieved February 5, 2019.
- ↑ Jordan, Candace (December 9, 2011). "World of Chocolate a sweet success". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved February 5, 2019.
- ↑ Shropshire, Corilyn (February 21, 2012). "Jamba Juice buys Talbott Teas". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved February 5, 2019.
- 1 2 Munarriz, Rick Aristotle (February 22, 2012). "Jamba Crashes the Tea Party". Motley Fool. Retrieved April 28, 2012.