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kaleisia_earthcharter2008Thanks to our supportive customers, family, and friends, we have been fortunate enough to build a diverse tea community.  We value the importance of owning a sound business that continually gives back to the community in which we are a part of, both locally and internationally.  Our supportive customers have made it possible for us to contribute to great causes.  We want to extend our many thanks and appreciation for those who have helped us along the way, aided us in maintaining our values.  What started as a very small goal for us has transformed into a culture that many are proud to say they are a part of.

We are thankful to be able to continue into our 6th year of business, continue to meet amazing tea lovers from all walks of life, and continue to serve you with the good health of tea.


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March 2009
Tea Time – Gulf Coast Business Review

Kaleisia Tea Lounge was featured in the entrepreneur section of the Gulf Coast Business Review for successfully expanding its business from retail to wholesale.
October 2008
Earth Charter’s First Sustainable Business Award

Kaleisia Tea Lounge was awarded the Earth Charter US’ first-ever Sustainable Business Award. We are proud to be part of the group of businesses that were recognized for our commitment to social, economic and environmental responsibility.
June 2008
Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Business Woman of the Year

Founder, Lan Ha was named a finalist for TBBJ’s award for her driving force within the company and her accomplishments. As a small business, it was an honor to be competing with multi-milllion dollar corporations.
March 2008
Tampa Bay Business Journal‘s Mosaic Award

Founder, Kim Pham was honored for being instrumental in contributing to the success of minority-owned businesses in Tampa Bay.
August 2007
Tampa Bay Business Journal’s 30 Under 30 Award

Founder, Lan Ha honored as a rising star in the Tampa Bay business community.
August 2007
Creative Loafing Best of the Bay
Award
WINNER of Best Kept Secret of Tampa Bay! Thanks to everyone who voted for us!!
2006 and Running
The Oracle
The University of South Florida newspaper often features Kaleisia in articles, bringing awareness and health of tea to the college student body.
February 2006
Gifts of Love Charity Auction
with Ybor Film Festival
2005
W.E.D.U.

Episode 9 – The Trendsetting Entrepreneur
“Owner and co-founder of Kaleiasia Tea Lounge, Kim Pham shares how she started her own unique tea lounge and conceptualized a brand, which is making an impact and become the latest hangout in Tampa. Ms. Pham discusses how she’s taking advantage of the tea lounge trend that’s taking place globally. This new concept of tea lounges is attracting interest among US consumers and is making a fortune for small businesses. Its increasing consumption continues to drive sales growth in volumes and is replacing coffee in newfound ways!