AYÉYA
JoAnne Brenner is an accomplished professional currently serving as the COO and VP & General Manager at AYÉYA since September 2022, focusing on enhancing the Global Ethical Supply Chain in West Africa. Prior to this role, JoAnne held several positions at Alaffia from July 2015 to September 2022, including Sr. Director of Brand and Category Management, and Director of Sales Operations & Strategy, where responsibilities encompassed data strategy, consumer insights, and managing sales operations. JoAnne's earlier experience includes significant roles at Whole Foods Market from March 2004 to July 2015, where leadership as a Senior Category Buyer for Whole Body and Associate Director involved category management, merchandising, and multi-unit operational support. JoAnne holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics from the University of Colorado Boulder.
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AYÉYA
We create unique handwoven African baskets with talented artisan weavers from Bolgatanga, Ghana, that showcase stunning designs and embody a rich cultural heritage! Our deep connectivity and roots within West African communities allow us to provide meaningful employment while adding value to the local economies by sourcing local ingredients and materials, preserving cultural knowledge and ensuring a sustainable and supportive environment. We endeavor to honor the virtuous circle between doing well as an enterprise & doing good in the world, that's why 10% of our sales are given back to the communities to fund projects where our artisans live. Welcome to Ayéya ("life in balance") a company that was born out of a desire to empower. Discover our beautiful and ethically crafted premium goods!