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Family Circle


Tastefully Simple Consultant Featured in Family Circle
Tastefully Simple consultant Stephanie Hay (MA) is spotlighted in a direct sales article in the August issue of Family Circle. Hay gives advice for success and provides an overview of her business as part of a four-page direct sales feature that includes sales tips, questions to ask and home party basics.

All YouAll You magazine
In an article titled “Make Money With Home Parties” in its February 2009 issue, All You magazine listed Tastefully Simple as a direct sales company to check out. Find out more about this magazine by visiting their website: www.allyou.com.
  MinnesotaBusinessMinnesotaBusiness magazine
In January 2009, MinnesotaBusiness featured Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan in its cover story, “How to Survive and Thrive in Today’s Economy.” The issue also spotlighted Tastefully Simple’s recent “Employer of the Year” and “Website of the Year” honors from the Stevie® Awards for Women in Business. Learn more about the magazine at www.minnesotabusiness.com.


Parenting magazineParenting magazine
In its “Smart Solutions” column, the October 2008 issue of Parenting magazine listed Tastefully Simple as one of the top “mom-friendly” party companies. View article (PDF - 259kB). Find out more about this magazine by visiting their website: www.parenting.com.    



          Newsmax magazineNewsmax magazine
Tastefully Simple Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan is “Finding the Light” in an article published in the August 2008 issue of Newsmax magazine. The Q&A highlights the success Jill has achieved despite personal tragedy. Find out more about this magazine by visiting their website: www.newsmax.com.


NWA World TravelerNWA World Traveler magazine
Over a million readers in the sky learned about Tastefully Simple Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan in the July issue of NWA World Traveler. The interview covered everything from what sets Tastefully Simple apart to where in the world Jill would like to travel. Read more ... (Flash required) Please note you'll be leaving Tastefully Simple's site to enter the site of one of our trusted partners.


          Upsize magazineUpsize Minnesota magazine
"Dream it, believe it, work it." In the May 2008 issue of Upsize Minnesota, Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan shares how this simple yet powerful philosophy has taken Tastefully Simple to the top. View article (PDF - 111kB)

Direct Selling NewsDirect Selling News
Inside its May 2007 issue, the trade publication serving the direct selling industry showcased Tastefully Simple's unique products and company culture. View article (PDF - 1.53MB)

          Reader's DigestReader's Digest
In its December 2007 issue, Reader's Digest shines the spotlight on Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan. The article, which is entitled "Self-Made Millionaires," shares her inspiring story and the simple truth behind success - passion pays off.


More magazine
Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan is featured in the July/August 2007 issue of More magazine. The six-page article focuses on the myths of entrepreneurship and features several enterprising women who are changing trends and achieving success.
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        MinnesotaBusinessMinnesotaBusiness
Learn about Tastefully Simple's winning culture! Our Founder & CEO, Jill Blashack Strahan, is featured on the cover of the June 2007 issue of MinnesotaBusiness magazine, focusing on women entrepreneurs. View article (PDF - 845kB)

AARP The Magazine
The world’s largest-circulation magazine featured Tastefully Simple and consultant Kathy Lazear (FL) in an article called “Earn Extra Money – Fast!” in its March/April 2009 issue.

        Academy of Country Music Awards (ACMA)
In May 2008, Tastefully Simple hit a high note at the annual ACMA show. Country music stars such as Miranda Lambert, Emerson Drive and many more enjoyed samples backstage and received gift bags featuring our signature salsas. Read more ...


Minneapolis Star Tribune
Tastefully Simple Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan appeared in the November 14, 2007, edition of the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Small-business columnist Dick Youngblood had done a story about eight years ago on Tastefully Simple. In this article, he revisits with Jill - now that we are no longer a small business - to do a follow-up story updating his readers on her life as well as Tastefully Simple's growth, successes and challenges.


        CNBC's "The Big Idea"
On October 3, 2007, Founder & CEO Jill Blashack Strahan appeared as a featured guest on CNBC's primetime program "The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch." The show, which spotlights entrepreneurs and their secrets to success, highlighted Jill's personal story and journey with Tastefully Simple.

WOR Radio's "Launchpad"
In October 2007, Jill Blashack Strahan was on the air with WOR 710 HD Radio's "Launchpad" - a show featuring inspiring stories from business owners and entrepreneurs.
        ABC-TV's "Good Morning America"
On July 12, 2007, Tastefully Simple was featured in a segment about direct selling companies on ABC-TV's "Good Morning America." The show highlighted Tastefully Simple's products, as well as our business kit for new consultants.


ABC-TV's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition"
In 2007, Tastefully Simple partnered with this hit TV show to help deserving families across the nation. In fact, the company donated several products to help the show's crew and featured families feel right at home. Read more ...

  Publicist Guild Awards Gifts
Tastefully Simple's sweet gifts created a stir at the Publicist Guild Awards in February 2007. Guests received VIP gift bags featuring the company's Creamy Caramel Sauce and Twisty Grahams.

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