Nayana Ferguson

Specialist in Mindset, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership

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BIO Nayana Ferguson “The Tequila Queen.”

Nayana Doletta Ferguson, born on October 23, 1973, in Detroit, Michigan, is a pioneering African-American businesswoman and the first Black woman to own and lead a tequila brand. She co-founded Anteel Tequila in 2018 alongside her husband, Don Ferguson.

Before venturing into the spirits industry, Ferguson had a successful career as a financial analyst across various sectors, including the automotive industry. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business and an MBA in business management. In 2016, during a trip to the Dominican Republic, the couple encountered Antillean Crested Hummingbirds, which are considered harbingers of good luck. This experience inspired them to name their brand “Anteel” and feature a hummingbird in the logo.

Since its inception, Anteel Tequila has achieved remarkable success, earning over 100 awards and accolades. The brand offers a diverse portfolio, including a Blanco tequila, the world’s only Coconut Lime Blanco tequila, the first Tarocco Blood Orange Blanco tequila, and a Reposado tequila aged for eight months in Tennessee whiskey barrels. An Añejo expression is slated for release in the fall of 2025.

Beyond her business achievements, Ferguson is a passionate advocate for pancreatic cancer awareness. A 17-year survivor of pancreatic cancer, she actively supports the Pancreatic Cancer Network, aiming to inspire and motivate others facing similar challenges. Ferguson’s journey from a corporate career to becoming a trailblazer in the spirits industry exemplifies resilience and innovation, inspiring many to pursue their entrepreneurial aspirations.

First Black Woman to Own/Lead a Multi-Award Winning Tequila Brand

Accolades

Les Dames d’Escoffier
Atlanta Chapter Pancreatic Cancer Network
National Advocate First Black Woman to Own/Lead a Multi-Award Winning Tequila Brand Jay Shetty Coaching Academy
Currently Attending MBA
Business Administration Recognized by the Smithsonian as a pioneer in the spirits industry, whereas, they created a Wikipedia page for her

Mindset

Unleashing Your Inner Power
Personal Freedom & Fulfillment Career Advancement
Improved Performance Leadership Development
Cultivating Resilience Reshaping Goals E
Embracing Change Empathy and Connection Legacy and Impact

Entrepreneurship

Mindset
Identifying Problems
Create Solutions Plan and Take Action
Building Strong Networks
Embracing Risk and Uncertainty
Never Stop Learning
Creating Systems to Scale Inspire Others
Give Back

Leadership

Lead by Example Inspiring & Empowering Others
Communicate Effectively
Adaptability Emotional Intelligence
Resilience Vision & Purpose Driven Success
Collaboration
Servant Leadership

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