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Co-founders of Herbaland Named Canada EY Entrepreneur of the Year® 2023
Through their sustainable actions, inclusive work culture, and community initiatives, Aisha Yang
and Musharaf Syed are recognized as EY Entrepreneurs of the Year®
Vancouver, BC, Dec 4, 2023 – EY has announced the winners of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year® 2023 Awards, awarding CEO and Co-Founders, Aisha Yang & Musharaf Syed, of Herbaland Naturals, the largest gummy manufacturer in Canada, the highest recognition.
The EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards highlights entrepreneurs who are at the forefront of business, innovation and social change. Celebrating those who have mastered the balance of passion, determination, personality, and skill it takes to create enterprises that tackle some of our world’s most complex challenges. “Herbaland’s mission and ethos go beyond driving the bottom line, which is extremely evident in their dedication to building a diverse workforce,
championing accessibility in the wellness sector and prioritizing sustainable manufacturing practices,” says Rachel Rodrigues, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Canada Program Director.
With a global reach, Herbaland exports to over 40 countries, producing more than 70 million products annually, aimed at improving people’s health and life quality. As pioneers in introducing 100% compostable packaging in the gummy supplement industry, Herbaland has established itself as a leader in ethical and sustainable business, earning a B Corp certification in 2022, using its business as a force for good. To help promote a regenerative economy and ensure a
healthier planet for future generations, Herbaland has set a goal of planting 2.5 million trees, and have already planted almost 700,000 trees.
Focusing on more than just environmental stewardship, founders Aisha and Musharaf also prioritize providing job opportunities for immigrants. As an enterprise owned by minorities and founded by immigrants, Herbaland is a certified member of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council and boasts a workforce comprising individuals from over 20 different countries. “If a woman of colour and a first-generation immigrant can represent Canada to the world, our country’s spirit of entrepreneurship is thriving,” says Aisha Yang. In 2024, Aisha and
Musharaf will be representing Canada at the worldwide EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards in Monaco!
About Herbaland
Founded in 2009, Herbaland’s mission is to bring health and wellness to all by creating tasty, earth-friendly nutrition that is good for you and the planet. Herbaland is a Richmond-based and a 50% women-founded and owned company. Herbaland is also a certified Benefit Corporation, recognized for adhering to a high standards of verified performance, accountability and transparency. For more information visit www.herbaland.ca
