BlueHenry

About the Founder

Adrienne Walker is the founder of BlueHenry, a small business with a premium collection of dried fruit garnishes, rimming salts, and sugars, aimed at elevating the drink experience for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Adrienne's journey into entrepreneurship was sparked by her passion for entertaining and creating memorable experiences through expertly crafted cocktails. Her initial interest in enhancing drinks with unique garnishes evolved from a delightful hobby into a visionary business concept.

Deciding to pivot from her previous managerial role at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Adrienne embraced her entrepreneurial spirit. She tirelessly worked to lay the foundation for BlueHenry, developing unique recipes and honing her skills in mixology, ultimately leading her company to establish a robust production facility in Maryland.

About the Company

Website: https://bluehenry.com
When was the company founded? 2018
Where is the company located? Capitol Heights, MD

What is/are your top-selling product or products?

Our top seller is the dehydrated orange garnish. It’s a versatile, aromatic garnish that complements cocktails, tea, and even water. Our customers love it for its flavor, visual appeal, and ability to elevate any drink.

What is your top accomplishment in the past year and what are you hoping to improve on with the business within the next year?

This year we lost our largest customer, not because of work but because they decided to no longer pursue that product line. It caused us to make hard decisions. My biggest accomplishment is that we are still surviving as a company, the morale of the staff has not declined, and we are on the path of restoring our revenue.

What are you most looking forward to joining the SheScales program?

I am looking forward to finally having a marketing plan! We have survived off of word of mouth and minimal social media. I know that won't get me through this next phase of the business if I really want to continue to grow. I’m looking forward to receiving help and guidance from professionals.

What areas of marketing do you believe you are proficient in and what areas do you think you need more support with?

I believe I am proficient at understanding the needs of my customer. I need help with everything else.