Jessica Spaulding grew up in an anti-sugar home, but there was one exception to this rule, CHOCOLATE, not just any chocolate, high-quality chocolate. Her mother knew the higher the quality of the chocolate, the lower the sugar and the better the flavor. They would attend every chocolate show and learn about chocolate from around the world but could never find anything that reflected her culture. So she tempered her first batch of chocolate at ten years old and dreamed of owning a chocolate factory. Although being a chocolatier wasn't a supported career path, she never gave up on her dream. Merging her passion for chocolate with her love of Harlem is an experience she wants to share with everyone.

With over six years of experience, Asha has strategically executed events and bridged partnerships for corporations, private entities, and non-profits. Her love for entrepreneurship was shaped during her childhood by examples of her parents, who both own small businesses. This admiration further developed while attending Spelman College, where invaluable intellectual and social encounters equipped her with tools and confidence to excel regardless of the challenge. With her understanding of brand presentation in conjunction with relationship building, you can expect a high-level curated experience every time you interact with Harlem Chocolate Factory.