Jolene Brewster: Cowgirl Turned Tea Queen

Ready for another episode of the Maverick Makers Podcast? Michelle Daides chats with Jolene Brewster, the dynamic entrepreneur behind Jolene’s Tea House in Banff, Alberta. Once crowned Rodeo Queen and Calgary Stampede Queen in 2000, Jolene has seamlessly blended her Wild West roots with her passion for quality tea. Her tea house on historic Bear Street offers over 60 varieties of organic, hand-blended teas, each crafted to capture the essence of the Canadian Rockies.Jolene shares the story of her journey from Alberta cowgirl to a successful businesswoman. In this inspiring conversation, Jolene talks about the grit, tradition, and community spirit that fuel her work—and how her tea house has become a beloved local treasure.What You'll Learn in This Episode: Jolene’s journey from rodeo royalty to founder of Jolene’s Tea House Insights into the Wild West spirit that drives her entrepreneurial journey Tips for creating a successful business grounded in local culture and tradition Whether you’re a tea enthusiast or a lover of all things Alberta, this episode is filled with stories and inspiration from one of the province’s most vibrant entrepreneurs.Learn more about Jolene and her Tea HouseGet to know Michelle!Connect with Host Michelle Daides on LinkedIn.Dive into the world of content with Maverick Makers Content Creation Collective.