Meet Angelique, she had lived in Kelowna for 14 years. She is an advocate for staying persistent through your health goals, whatever they may be. Angelique is an entrepreneur, working to create all-natural supplements for fitness lovers across the Okanagan.
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My husband! He is my world.
What is your favourite local store in Kelowna and why?
Natures Fare! I love their natural product selection and food!
Describe yourself in one word.
Motivated
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Any remote beach in South America to get away from business and unplug for a while.
What is your favourite activity in Kelowna?
I love hiking all the great trails that are available.
What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
I'm not too sure! I'm sure there are lots, lol.
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
When I found out I had a thyroid disease.
I have always been fit and always ate healthy but through all of this, I realized I needed to learn to manage my thyroid disease in a natural way which enabled me to help my clients manage their own health issues.
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
I grew up in Osoyoos B.C. on a 20-acre orchard. My family always had fresh fruits, vegetables and fresh farm eggs. As a child, I felt safe to play outside all day long so that was a special time for me.
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
I donate to the SPCA often and I also collect donations for families in need during the holiday season.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
I would like to see the social media world change. There are too many self-absorbed people out there using social media in a negative way when they should use it to inspire and motivate others.
Where would you sneak away to in Kelowna to spend some time alone?
I like to sit on my patio, it's sunny and quiet.
Where would you like to see positive change in Kelowna and why?
It would be great if businesses offered paid gym memberships for their employees. This would relieve a lot of issues in the workplace like anxiety, stress and obesity.
What do you think makes Kelowna great?
There are so many things! The weather, water sports hiking and wineries!
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
- Own multiple businesses
- Travel through Central and South America as well as Southeast Asia
- Help build houses for families in need in underdeveloped countries
Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I will be a mother for the first time at 41 years old.
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
What is the name of your business/organization?
Bluvos Smart Energy Supplement
Why did you get into/start this business?
I got into this business because the product was all natural and it was something I was able to take while managing my thyroid issues.
What is the goal of your business?
To continue making all natural products for everyone from the ages of 15 to 100 that will help them in a positive way.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Being an entrepreneur is a struggle in general and I know people out there can relate!
If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
I wouldn't do anything different because if I did maybe I wouldn't be in the place I am right now.
What do you always find yourself saying?
I say this to myself and everyone else, never give up no matter what it is that you're doing or what you're trying to accomplish.
Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Always do what makes you happy and don't give that up because of the negative people putting you down
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Dwayne Johnson, he's the man.
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
It's important to shop locally because as a community we should always be supporting each other I think that's really important.
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Being a business owner is a proud accomplishment of mine even though he comes with struggles but I wouldn't have it any other way.
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
My husband Dylan! He has had many struggles which a lot of people would've given up but he never did and he came out on top.
My choice for the KelownaNow In Focus spotlight is:
Dylan Bibby
Some general comments I would like to share are:
Always strive to be the best whatever you think your best can be!
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