Verna L. Hamilton, president of Tea Philosophy LLC, is a prolific writer, a clear communicator, an engaging speaker, and an unapologetic tea aficionado. Fueled by a passion for everything tea, she combines grace and wit while educating others about tea history, its customs and the cultures tea represents. Ms. Hamilton is an alumna of Florida A&M University (FAMU)'s School of Business & Industry and received her Master of Marketing Research from The University of Georgia’s Coca-Cola Center for Marketing Studies. She lives in New York. www.teaphilosophy.net www.StraightFromTheLeaf.com