Story
Our SOULESTA® Story
SOULESTA® is inspired by how my grandmother, Celesta, lived her life. She was truly a Renaissance woman who could do it all - and I’ve learned most of what I know from her. She taught me about serving and showing compassion to others, self-care, being creative, running a business, keeping a home, baking, traveling, and how to live my best life no matter what circumstances are thrown at me.
Grandmother Celesta was the brightest light whose infinite shine had an impact on everyone she met. She raised me from when I was a young child and it is truly an honor to have had her as both my grandmother and a mother figure to guide me through life.
SOULESTA®’s yellow is inspired by Grandmother Celesta’s delicious and award-winning lemon cake.
She made dozens upon dozens of them every holiday for friends and family, bringing the joy of her sweetness to so many. Her life wasn’t always easy, but through it all, she transformed the sour into sweet and created a recipe for life that we can all live by:
“When life gives you lemons, make lemon cake.”
Founder
Meet Keeley Shree
Keeley - "beautiful; graceful" • Shree - "diffuser of light"
Founder & CEO of SOULESTA® Co.
Calmness Coach | CALMED with Keeley by SOULESTA® Living
Creative Celebration Planner | CELEBRATIONS by SOULESTA® Creative
I am a multi-passionate entrepreneur who shares my love of all things creative, event planning, home design, food and wellness through my businesses SOULESTA® Living (lifestyle & wellness brand), SOULESTA® Creative (event planning & design brand) and SOULESTA® Solutions (business consulting & entrepreneur resources brand.)
I’m a wellness coach certified in yoga and meditation who specializes in unique and sensory-rich wellness experiences that incorporate guided meditation, breathwork, yoga, mindful eating, and Ayurveda and holistic health techniques for individuals and businesses.
I integrate both the methods I’ve learned through educational training and the life skills I’ve acquired by navigating through the highs and lows of my own personal experiences.
I’m also a creative designer and social & corporate event planner with 15+ years of experience in planning intimate gatherings and large scale events of 500+ and more.
My mission is to provide accessible and sustainable offerings to support people globally with their mental health and overall well-being through the journey of life, as well as empowering them in healing themselves. I do this by offering a light-hearted and welcoming approach to dealing with life’s toughest moments and helping people find their calm and peace in any circumstance.
When I’m not teaching, you can find me enjoying one of my many, many passions. I love cooking (mainly Jamaican and Southern food!), exploring new restaurants and trying new dishes, volunteering and seeing the world through travel. I was born in and currently reside in the melting pot of Houston, am of Jamaican descent and spent the majority of my childhood being raised in Alabama, so I keep diversity and appreciation for all cultures at the core of SOULESTA®.
Keeley’s certifications, achievements, and experience include:
SOULESTA® Living
- 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
- 25 Hour Chair Yoga Teacher Training
- 25 Hour Restorative Yoga Teacher Training
- 25 Hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Training (In Process)
- Grief Counseling Certification
- Life Coaching Certification
- Feng Shui/Interior Design Certification
SOULESTA® Creative
- 15+ Years of Corporate and Social (Local + Destination) Event Planning Experience Intimate Gatherings and Large - Scale Events of 500+
SOULESTA® Solutions
- 15+ Years of Marketing and Business Operations / Consulting Experience Industries include Oil & Gas, Real Estate, Insurance and Restaurant/Hospitality
- 7+ Years of Management and Team Leadership Experience with a Fortune 500 Company
- I have managed international business projects in Thailand, Colombia and Canada
Awards
- 2017 Marketing Professional of the Year
Issued by Greater Houston Builders Association Houston's Best PRISM Awards
- 2 Voiceover Awards for Radio Commercial and Video Promo of the Year
Issued by Greater Houston Builders Association Houston's Best PRISM Awards
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Organizational / Corporate Communication with a Minor in Marketing from the University of Houston Magna Cum Laude
MEET OUR TEAM
MEET THE AMAZING WOMEN WHO POWER SOULESTA®
ALEXANDRA PARRA
WELLNESS & OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
With a foundation in business administration and marketing, I am currently a master’s student in clinical mental health counseling, driven by a passion for assisting individuals in their mental health journey and advocating for the normalization of therapy.
I am extremely committed to supporting both individuals and businesses in achieving their objectives, whether through event coordination or facilitating their wellness aspirations. As an aspiring counselor, I understand the importance of diversity and tailor my support to meet the unique needs and desires of each individual.
In my free time, I love to read, experiment with new recipes, play sudoku puzzles, and explore Houston with my family.
JESSICA D.
COMMUNITY & VISUALS COORDINATOR
I have a Master’s Degree in Education and a background in Sports Medicine and Collegiate Education.
Currently, I am immersed in a variety of endeavors as a Radio Host, Social Media Influencer, Casting Coordinator and Content Creator.
In my free time, I love to cook, play retro video games, go on mountain adventures with my dogs, and spend time with my family.