Barna Hub
In the first installment of Barna Hub this year, we sit down and enjoy an ice cold drink with Guy Morley, the founder of Kailani Ice Tea. Meaning sea and sky in Hawaiian, Kailani is a brand that embodies the long hot summer days, beach life, health and nature.
Take it away Guy!
140 character pitch:
Kailani Ice Tea comes in 3 flavours; black tea & lemon, green tea with lime & ginger, and white tea & peach – it’s healthy, natural and tasty!
Try it today: http://www.kailaniicetea.com
What should people know?
You can find us in Barcelona, Madrid, the Balearic Islands and the Costa Brava. Our drinks are also now available in Prague.
As a natural ice tea brand we are always interested in collaborating with new, brands and people who are interested in wellness and natural foods and drink.
Down to business
What made you want to be an entrepreneur?
Before coming to Barcelona, I was a media lawyer dealing with the disputes of the some of the biggest stars in the music industry in London.
Changing careers was a big decision, but I always had the feeling that there something more to life than the office. Frankly, I wanted to start my own business rather than advising others on how best to go about theirs.
Why is Kailani Ice Tea a great place to work?
Kailani Ice Tea is a great place to work because it’s never boring. Being a startup means having new challenges to overcome and new solutions to find.
The philosophy of the brand is natural, sociable and active, and so are our projects. We get to collaborate with some really interesting people from different entrepreneurial worlds, but are united by the same will to find beauty in our everyday.
We also try to be as eco-friendly as possible. Our team collaborates with environmental NGOs like Surfrider Foundation and local associations like Yotuba, Centre de la Platja, etc. It’s rewarding to contribute to the conservation of our natural surroundings.
What’s your favourite quote when it comes to business?
“It’s always better to be underestimated”.
What online or offline resource could you not live without?
For us, it’s Social media. It is important for us to be the voice of a community that knows that working hard is as important as enjoying every moment.
Barcelona Insight
What advice would you give to someone thinking about starting their own business in Barcelona?
Barcelona is a great place to start a business as everyone is really helpful. You can find a number of different organisations, entrepreneurial groups and projects to help you build your network and find the right contacts and partnerships you need to grow your business. It’s important not to be afraid to contact people in the city when you need help.
What does Barcelona do better than anywhere else in the world, in your opinion?
In Barcelona people are genuinely optimistic, innovative and curious about new trends. With its amazing location between the beach and the mountains, everyone is really active and they realise how important it is to take care of nature.
What do people who have never been to Barcelona need to know about the city?
Barcelona is beautiful and very international. There is a great melting pot that gives rise to innovative and unique projects, events, food fusion all the time. It’s important to be curious and open to new experiences so you can make the most of the city.
Find Kailani online:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kailaniicetea/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kailaniicetea/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/10445388/
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