OUR MISSION
The Ayurvedic Brand is dedicated to empowering the people of this earth, with a Healthy Natural alternative to chemical and drug pharmaceutical products designed for the everyday life aliments of aches and pains, common colds, stress and fatigue. Our Ayurvedic Pharmaceutical products are formulated to use Natural plant and mineral ingredients to create a Natural Healthy Product that will result in a Healthy and sustainable Wellness Lifestyle.
THE COMPANY
Ayurvedic Pharmaceuticals is a unique pharmaceutical company that brings a 5000-year-old Naturopathy discipline to fit your lifestyle. Ancient wellness remedies, discovers medicinal uses for herbs and minerals, develops, produces, markets, and distributes Naturopathy medicinal products and services that aid the user in a sustainable healthy lifestyle. We have built One of the First Naturopathy Pharmacy’s in the State of Florida, and extended the geographic footprint of the existing Wellness Emporium to include the Universe of the Internet, created an online retail portal, capable of accepting worldwide Credit Card Purchases.
Keeping in line with California State compliance, we have applied for and have received our license to building a State of The Art, ISO 17025 Cannabinoid testing lab to include the analyzing of CBD, Hemp and Cannabis, located in Cathedral City CA. Our Testing Laboratory will be dedicated to State recognized and soon to be federally accepted Cannabinoid Industry, in anticipation of the Federal approval of Cannabis. Our main focus will be on the importance of integrity for our wellness products, We will test all forms of Cannabinoids for California State Compliance in accordance with the California Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC). Our anticipated Grand Opening is schedule for 2021. As a Minority own Enterprise we are proud of our achievements, and look forward to contributing to your healthy lifestyle.
MEET OUR TEAM
AYURVEDIC PHARMACEUTICALS was formed in late 2017 by a group of like-minded entrepreneurs who saw the developing recreational cannabis market in California and decided to seize the moment. Likening it to the “California Gold Rush” of the 1800’s, now some 200 years later the “Green Rush” as its commonly referred to, has captivated not only us but the nation as a whole.
Barrett LaRoda
Advisory Board Chairman
Barrett LaRoda Jr. is recognized as a millennial entrepreneur, athlete, and humanitarian. Growing up in the entertainment industry ignited his entrepreneurial passions; starting at a young age, he acquired hands-on experiences pertaining to negotiations, budgeting, and communication skills around some of the world’s elite entertainers that ultimately prepared him for his position as President of Ayurvedic Pharmaceuticals.
Barrett’s platform in both industries, Entertainment and Cannabinoid, have provided him with opportunities to expand his advocacy for diversity, health and wellness, and education from a global perspective while integrating the two cohesively.
Additionally, he continues his educational endeavor by working towards obtaining his master’s degree in Business with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship.
His humanitarian work began in 2016 as an active global ambassador for non-profit organization, The Make A Wish Foundation, and continues to conduct speaking engagements at inner city schools to discuss the importance of education and overcoming adversity. Barrett LaRoda Jr. plans to expand his podium keynotes by curating workshops for people of color interested in starting their own business and using CBD as an alternative to cease the Opioid epidemic.
Advisory Board Chairman
John Salley
Chief Operating Officer
4 Time NBA Champion John Salley is the COO of Ayurvedic Pharmaceuticals Inc. Retired professional basketball player, actor and talk show host. He was the first player in NBA history to play on three different championship-winning franchises, as well as the first player (and only one of two, the other being Tim Duncan) in the NBA to win a championship in three different decades. Salley is a vegan activist and has appeared on PETA’s testimonial videos, as well as in promoting alternatives to practices of massive factory farming. John Salley is also noted for speaking at Michigan’s Vegfest since 2009 and appearing on Veg-Michigan’s billboard campaign. He also appeared before the U.S. Congress to advocate for vegetarian options to be served in public schools in Nov ’09 and May ’10 as part of the Child Nutrition Act discussions.
John Salley
Chief Operating Officer
Tony Francis
Chief Financial Officer
For the past 23 years Anthony has worked for the 3 leading telecommunications companies Time Warner, Brighthouse and Charter Communications. During that time Anthony has risen to Business account Executive. He has used his Time to cultivate excellent Communication and Networking skills. He has developed relationships with Business owners from Mom and Pop shops, to Law firms, Accounting agencies and a Host of Doctors. Anthony also has formed a lasting relationship with the City of New Port Richey, Florida. He has joined them in fighting the rampant opioid crisis that claimed so many lives in the state of Florida. He and his wife Jacqueline are the Directors of Pathway to Recovery. A Spiritual Recovery program design to help addicts reclaim their lives. Prior to his work in Telecommunications, Anthony help managed for 10 years the First Independent Sporting goods store to ever secure a contract with Nike. Now as CFO with Ayurvedic Pharmaceuticals he will work the City to bring a Annual Health and wellness conference, along with Veterans and Recovery programs to the state for Florida.
Chief Financial Officer
Earl Bryant
Board of Directors Chairman
As the founder and CEO of THE UNIFORM MAKER LLC, Earl is known by his colleagues as a visionary, he continues to lead the strategic vision for the company while driving business growth by 50% year after year. He is the influential force behind the company’s growth and the key player in the development of short and long-term goals. He was instrumental in creating jobs for the local community by employing 100 plus professionals at his privately-held retail apparel manufacturing company in downtown Los Angeles. The company competed nationally in various markets including gaming, restaurants and lodging. His company received in 2008 a Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Achievements from the Minority Business Opportunity Center and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, on behalf of the City of Los Angeles.
Earl Bryant
Board of Directors Chairman
Eva C. Thorne
Board of Directors
Ms. Eva Thorne has over 35 years of experience in the waste management industry focusing on sustainability and alternative energy solutions. During these 35 years Eva has served as a safety officer, operations manager, pupil, teacher, corporate officer, and business owner. During her tenure in waste the industry has shifted to sustainability as did her focus. This focus has thrust her to the forefront of sustainable and alternative waste solutions and offers a refreshing take on waste disposal.Board of Directors
Mr. Allen R. Washington
COO, Group Facilitator & Social Worker – Mustard Seed Co-Founder
Mr. Washington is an active member and in good standing in reputable organizations to include the Association of the Treatment of Sexual Abusers, The Federal Bureau of Investigation Citizen Academy, Order of The Feather Fraternity and The National Association of Social Workers. In 2009 with the assistance of his childhood friend and business partner Mr. William C. Ford LCSW, Mr. Washington was instrumental in forming the Mustard Seed Survivor Empowerment Foundation. The foundation was formed to provide support and services for families and communities that are impacted by sexual abuse.
Since the inception of the Mustard Seed Survivor Empowerment Foundation in January 2000, Mr. Washington has been passionate and dedicated to his clients and their desire for behavioral change. He has provided treatment to 2000 + offenders from ages twelve (12) through adulthood in the tri-state NY area. Mr. Washington journey to support and service this community was born while he was and emergency operator with the NYPD.
In addition, Mr. Allen R. Washington earned his B.S from SUNY at Old Westbury in 1997. He also earned his MSW from Adelphi University in August of 2008.
Mr. Allen R. Washington
Advisory Board
Barrett LaRoda Jr
President, DripSZNCBD
Barrett LaRoda Jr. is recognized as a millennial entrepreneur, athlete, and humanitarian. Growing up in the entertainment industry ignited his entrepreneurial passions; starting at a young age, he acquired hands-on experiences pertaining to negotiations, budgeting, and communication skills around some of the world’s elite entertainers that ultimately prepared him for his position as President of Ayurvedic Pharmaceuticals.
Barrett’s platform in both industries, Entertainment and Cannabinoid, have provided him with opportunities to expand his advocacy for diversity, health and wellness, and education from a global perspective while integrating the two cohesively.
Additionally, he continues his educational endeavor by working towards obtaining his master’s degree in Business with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship.
His humanitarian work began in 2016 as an active global ambassador for non-profit organization, The Make A Wish Foundation, and continues to conduct speaking engagements at inner city schools to discuss the importance of education and overcoming adversity. Barrett LaRoda Jr. plans to expand his podium keynotes by curating workshops for people of color interested in starting their own business and using CBD as an alternative to cease the Opioid epidemic.
President, DripSZNCBD
OUR CELEBRITY PARTNERS
BAI LING
Bai Ling is a Chinese-American actress known for her work in films such as The Crow, Red Corner, Crank: High Voltage, Three… Extremes, Wild Wild West, Anna and the King and Southland Tales, as well as TV shows including Entourage. AYURVEDIC PHARMACEUTICALS is excited to partner with Bai Ling and her “Eternal Youth” Beauty Formulas & White Spirit Cosmetics line”(Coming Soon).
JOHN SALLEY
John Salley was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the 1986 NBA draft out of Georgia Tech. He played on two Pistons NBA championship teams. He is among the Pistons’ all-time leaders in blocked shots. In 1995 Salley signed with the Chicago Bulls, where he played with Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Toni Kukoč, and former Pistons teammates Dennis Rodman and James Edwards. The Bulls of 1995-96 achieved a record-breaking 72-win season, ending with victory in the NBA championship. In 1999, Salley joined a Lakers team led by superstars Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant and head coach Phil Jackson. In 2000, he retired following the first Lakers championship season after proudly proclaiming that he had won “Four championship rings, with three different teams, in three different decades and two different millenniums”
