353 Millennium - Seventeenth Edition ENTREPRENEURS a career in software and IT contract management for corporate firms. To wit, Ms. Sakulich spent 20 years in the industry. Inspired by her love of food, she launched HS Creations, a handcrafted herb and spice blend business, in 2020. HS Creations (Herb & Spice Creations) is a testament to Ms. Sakulich’s passion and expertise in blending herbs and spices. Involved in every aspect of her business, from product development and marketing to distribution and customer service, she ensures that her organic, non-GMO products are free of preservatives, additives and fillers. She offers more than 55 different blends to suit any palate, ranging from American classics like Cattleman’s Blend and Cowboy Butter, to more exotic flavors such as the Turkish Bahārāt Blend and the Rani Blend, which are based on the traditional Indian garam masala spices. To better accommodate those with different dietary preferences and needs, Ms. Sakulich has introduced onion and garlic-free, salt-free and vegan options. All her products are sourced from certified organic and fair-trade suppliers and made in small batches, guaranteeing both their quality and freshness. The needs and concerns of Ms. Sakulich’s customers are important to her, and she endeavors to maintain strong relationships with them and provide personalized attention. She has always maintained her love for food, which she attributes to her exposure to different flavors and ingredients from an early age, and she wants to bring this experience to others through HS Creations. Ms. Sakulich is exploring new avenues to expand her business and plans to create new retail partnerships in the coming years, in addition to growing her market reach and brand awareness. Driven by her love of food and a desire to succeed, she hopes to continue evolving HS Creations and inspiring others to pursue their dreams. A food and beverage industry entrepreneur and the founder of HS Creations LLC, Joanne G. Sakulich has excelled as a small business owner. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in sociology from DePaul University and an ABA-approved certification in business law from the National Center for Paralegal Training, she initially pursued JOANNE G. SAKULICH FOUNDER HS Creations Discovery Bay, CA
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