Plant-Based Entrepreneur Niehla Ollie: From Beauty Industry to Homegirl’s Hummus

Ep # 94 : Plant-Based Entrepreneur Niehla Ollie: From Beauty Industry to Homegirl’s HummusThis episode was recorded live on Saturday November 8th at Lumpen Radio in Chicago.Summary of the episodeThis week on noseyAF, I’m talking with Niehla Ollie, the creative behind Homegirl’s Hummus. After more than 20 years in the fashion and beauty world, Niehla had a late-night hummus craving in Milwaukee that changed everything. What started as a midnight snack moment turned into a full-on business built on flavor, love, and community.Niehla opens up about loss, faith, and starting over, and we get into how food can heal and connect people. She shares what it’s really like to run a food business, the importance of taking care of yourself while chasing your dreams, and why kindness and a good dip go a long way.This conversation is full of heart, hustle, and hummus — the perfect combo.Chapters:• 00:17 - A New Beginning• 06:08 - The Origin of Homegirls Hummus• 12:40 - Transitioning to Healthy Eating Choices• 19:22 - Navigating Dietary Restrictions During the Holidays• 22:57 - The Journey of Homegirl Hummus• 32:06 - The Importance of Self-Care• 45:34 - Faith and Business: A Journey of Hope• 52:15 - Exploring the World of Hummus and Beyond• 56:11 - The Art of EntertainingWhat we talk aboutHow Niehla went from beauty industry boss to hummus queenThe story behind Homegirl’s Hummus and how it started with one late-night cravingWhy plant-based eating doesn’t have to be complicated or boringHandling grief, growth, and entrepreneurship with faith and flavorThe real talk about self-care and staying grounded while building something newAll about… Niehla OllieYou’re gonna love Niehla Ollie (aka Niehla O). After more than 20 years in fashion and beauty, she wanted to help people feel good from the inside out. That led her to create Homegirl’s Hummus, a plant-based brand that’s all about community, creativity, and connection.She started making hummus for friends in L.A. back in 2016, and after moving back home to Chicago — and through some major life changes — she decided to go all in. In 2021, Homegirl’s Hummus was officially born, spreading love (and hummus) one scoop at a time.Connect with NiehlaInstagram: @homegirlshummusWebsite: homegirlshummus.comMore ways to connect:EmailCheck out my workFollow me on InstagramListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbackShare noseyAF with friendsRate & Review the ShowBuy Pins & Prints | Shop ArtEpisode CreditsProduced, Hosted, and Edited by Me, Stephanie (teaching myself audio editing!)Lyrics: Queen LexInstrumental: Freddie Bam Fam