The Spice & Tea Exchange Expands National Footprint with Key Leadership Appointments and New Store Openings

SAINT AUGUSTINE, FL. – The Spice & Tea Exchange®, a specialty retail brand offering fine spices, hand-mixed seasoning blends, and exotic teas from around the world, is building momentum with new store openings across the country and strategic leadership appointments designed to support the brand’s next phase of growth.

The brand recently opened new stores in Apex, North Carolina and Brighton, Michigan, and is preparing to debut locations in Delray Beach, Florida and Noblesville, Indiana by the end of November. These openings reinforce the brand’s mission to create immersive, sensory-driven shopping experiences in vibrant communities nationwide.

“Expanding into these new markets allows us to bring the unique sights, smells, and tastes of The Spice & Tea Exchange® to even more guests nationwide,” said Tatum Crews, Vice President of Sales. “Each store opening is a milestone that reflects our commitment to creating and sharing the experience of a more flavorful life.”

In tandem with retail growth, the company is strengthening its leadership team with two key internal announcements:

·       Sal Golfo has been appointed Supply Chain Manager. Based at the company’s distribution center in St. Augustine, Florida, Golfo brings more than 26 years of supply chain and operations experience. His focus will be on supporting efficiency, scalability, and consistency as the brand grows its national footprint.

·       Tatum Gordon has been promoted to Director of Project Management & Communications, where she will lead multi-department initiatives, streamline workflows, and ensure clarity and alignment across the organization.

“These leadership appointments reflect our dedication to building a strong foundation for the future of our business,” said Amy Freeman, Co-Founder of The Spice & Tea Exchange®. “With Sal’s expertise in supply chain and Tatum’s vision for organizational alignment, we are confident in our ability to support both near-term execution and long-term success.”

The new store openings and leadership updates come as The Spice & Tea Exchange® continues to expand its franchise opportunity, offering aspiring business owners a proven retail model, comprehensive training, and diverse revenue streams.

About The Spice & Tea Exchange®

Established in 2008, The Spice & Tea Exchange® is a specialty retail brand offering over 140 fine spices, 85 hand-mixed seasoning blends, 40 exotic teas, naturally flavored sugars, and salts from around the world, creating a destination where guests explore, taste, and discover new flavors. Currently operating in 38 states with nearly 100 stores, the brand is looking for passionate entrepreneurs to bring a special sensory experience to their local communities.