Trista Sanford is the visionary behind Ora Teahouse, a business offering thoughtfully curated loose-leaf teas designed to enhance rituals and tea time. With a deep commitment to self-care, Trista created Ora to encourage individuals, particularly women, to take intentional moments for themselves. Built on the pillars of inspiration, intention, and love, Ora Teahouse promotes well-being via the art of tea. Trista extends this mission by supplying tea and beverage consulting services to local coffee shops, boutiques, gift shops and spas. She also hosts and facilitates wellness workshops, tea ceremonies and serves as a speaker about entrepreneurship, small business advocacy and collaboration.

Her passion for community and holistic well-being led to the creation and concept of the Ora Peace Retreat, a space where women can embrace restoration and mindfulness.

Some of Trista's clients and partnerships include: North Carolina Museum of Art, South by Southwest in collaboration with the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Google, Patreon and TV One. She has been recognized by American Express, Food & Wine Magazine, Meta, TikTok, Our State Magazine, WRAL, The Business Journals, Munaluchi Bride, ShoutOut North Carolina and Collabs.io Mag.