Angela Gargano is a mission-driven leader and serial
entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience in creating brands in the
diverse fields of wellness, beauty, wine and food. A certified
sommelier, yoga instructor, beauty brand founder, and passionate
environmentalist, her innovative work has been featured in
the New York Times, Wine Spectator, Well+Good, and
more.
The daughter of two chefs, Angela grew up in her family’s
restaurant developing her taste for the simple pleasures in life --
good health, food and wine. A certified sommelier, she worked in
the wine industry for over two decades doing everything from
getting her hands (and feet) dirty crushing grapes, to founding a
women winemakers club, and acting as the wine director at one of
the top resorts in the world. Then in 2005 her entrepreneurial
spirit led her to create Bliss Flow Yoga, a welcoming yoga studio
in Madison, Wisconsin. Over the course of the next decade, through
curated programming, superior hospitality, and a commitment to
excellence, Angela grew the studio from a shoestring operation to a
thriving wellness business. Uniting her passions, Angela introduced
the Yoga + Wine program, an innovative offering that got worldwide
attention from prestigious publications and allowed her to host
workshops and retreats in renowned destinations.
Angela's journey as an entrepreneur is defined by her ability
to spot trends and her dedication to sustainable, empowering
ventures. She embodies both warmth and strength, making her a
remarkable force in the business world. Her latest endeavor,
plastic-free skincare brand Lola Arnao, is a slow beauty brand
designed especially for sensitive skin. Angela says “ I’ve
worked in a variety of industries — but all of the brands that I've
worked on share one thing — they're all about making life’s little
everyday moments a bit more meaningful and memorable. Most
importantly, I believe that businesses with a strong and meaningful
purpose at their heart — to support our communities, empower women
and support sustainability — are the future!”
Angela currently resides in the Willamette Valley of Oregon
with her two horses, Espresso and Romeo.