Meet Antonice Strickland.
TGS DET MEMBER SINCE 2021
Meet Antonice Strickland.
| Born in Detroit and raised on the Willow Run side of Ypsilanti, Michigan, Antonice has become known for her light spirit and creativity in public relations, events and marketing. Throughout her educational, professional and personal journey, tea has served as a place of solace and comfort during difficult times. After navigating a traumatizing divorce, relocation back home to Michigan, and diminished views of herself, Antonice began her journey of self-reflection – revisiting practices that centered and grounded her with herself including prayer, meditation, yoga and, of course, drinking tea. Understanding not only the health benefits, but how tea – when mindfully being still and drinking – helped relieve anxiety, Antonice opened a new lane of expertise outside of her training as a public relations practitioner. Antonice is a self-taught tea connoisseur who began blending different tea pouches purchased from the local store to create blends that met the health or vibe she needed. She discovered specific blends that supports immunity, as the COVID-19 pandemic created a heightened need for healthy options that could be made at home. From ginger, peppermint and turmeric to cinnamon and elderberry– she opened a new door of learning and found inspiration by creating unique blends and deciding to create her own tea company that serves as a place of reflection and peace for others too. Nice’s Tea House is one of the only Black-female owned herbal tea companies in the state with the goal to elevate the tea lifestyle and create space for people to connect, enjoy great conversations and “have a cup of good vibes.” |
GET TO KNOW ANTONICE.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT TGS?
My favorite thing about TGS includes the events and network. I hope to see more expansion in the city of Detroit and collaboration with Detroit-based brands.
IF YOU could have dinner with 3 people, dead or alive, who would you choose and why?
Yvette Noel Shure: After hearing her on a podcast, it inspired me to be fearless in securing balance between work and business.
Jamila McGill (Co-owner of Brooklyn Tea): As a new Black-owned tea business, they have found success and opened locations, which is a goal of mine. Speaking to someone that will understand the challenges will be impactful.
Rihanna: She’s been able to transcend multiple industries and stay true to her mission of giving back to her community.
What is one piece of advice you’d share with your younger self?
Marriage can wait. Don’t hide behind your corporate identity. It’s ok to put yourself first.
what’s one hidden skill or talent that you possess that people might not know?
I am a trained trauma-informed yoga instructor with solid public-speaking skills as I formerly worked in radio before my career in Public Relations.
You can connect with Antonice online at Nice’s Tea House and Instagram.