Jessica overcame adversity at a young age. She began her life on her own at the age of 15 years old and through dedication and hard work has become a top entrepreneur in SK! She employs more than 80 women across the province, is a highly sought after public speaker on finding success through adversity, and is extremely committed to her community. She is the sole owner of Just For You Day Spas in Saskatoon, Regina & Lloydminster. She is the founder and CEO of Lia Reese Canada, and co-founder of E306 Business Consulting. Jessica also chairs the Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce SABEX business awards, and is on the Family Services board for SK among supporting countless other charitable events, fundraisers and community programs.

After working for seven years as the JFY Saskatoon spa manager, Jessica purchased the spa and studio in early 2007. She re-branded her business and re-launched with a fully renovated spa, doubling it in size and space to offer a much larger, more tranquil facility. Following the success of the Saskatoon location, Jessica founded JFY Regina in 2012, followed by the opening of a third location in Lloydminster in 2016.

Jessica has extensive international training in spa and business management, skin care and esthetics, coaching and mentorship. She has received numerous awards and nominations including the 2014 SABEX Young Entrepreneur of the Year award and the 2017 Women of Distinction Entrepreneurship Award.

Wanting to offer her clients a more natural alternative to the top skin care lines that are often full of perfumes, mineral oils, harsh chemicals and fillers, Jessica founded and developed Lia Reese Canada. With products being both cruelty and paraben free, she now offers Lia Reese Botanicals, Lia Reese Cosmetics, Lia Reese Body and Asher Ty Skincare for Men.

In order to provide quality training and experience to prospective spa service professionals, Jessica founded and developed Lia Reese Academy of Esthetics (LRA). Providing qualified students with cutting edge training in esthetics and spa wellness, LRA endeavors to meet the high demand for spa service professionals in an ever growing, fast paced industry.

AWARDS + RECOGNITION

2019 – Woman of Achievement Award, WESK Celebration of Achievement Awards
2019 – Communications & Leadership Award, Toastmasters Canada
2019 – Finalist, Community Involvement Award, YWCA Women of Distinction Awards
2019 – Official Gift Lounge Sponsor of the 46th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards
2019 – Community Builder Award, NSBA Business Builder Awards
2018 – Canada’s Top 40 under 40 Recipient
2017 – Recipient of the Women of Distinction Award for Entrepreneurship, YWCA
2017 – Recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award, Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce
2017 – Named a Top Spa in Canada for Facials, Just For You Day Spa, FLARE Magazine
2017 – Named a top destination for Bachelorette events, Just For You Day Spa, FLARE Magazine
2016 – Finalist, Young Entrepreneur of the Year, ABEX Awards, SK Chamber of Commerce
2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 – Winner, Best Beauty Line, Refined Magazine, Canada
2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 – Winner, Best Spa, Refined Magazine, Canada
2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 – Winner, Best Spa, Prairie Dog Magazine, Regina, SK
2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 – Winner, Best Spa, Planet S Magazine, Saskatoon, SK
2015 – Finalist, Customer Service, SABEX Awards, Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce
2015 – Finalist, Young Entrepreneur, Paragon Awards, Regina & District Chamber of Commerce
2015 – Finalist/honoree, Entrepreneurship, Women of Distinction Awards, YWCA
2014 – Recipient of the Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, SABEX Awards, Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce
2014 – Finalist, Young Entrepreneur of the year, ABEX Awards, Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce
2014 – 2nd place / top 3 Young Entrepreneurs of the Year, Paragon Awards, Regina & District Chamber of Commerce
2013 – Finalist / top 3 Young Entrepreneurs of the Year, Paragon Awards, Regina & District Chamber of Commerce
2013 – Finalist, Young Entrepreneur of the year, ABEX awards, Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce
2012 – present – Member of the International Women’s Leadership Association

A passionate and dynamic entrepreneur, Jordana Jacobson divides her time between multiple business ventures, family and fitness. Owner of CRAVINGS maternity-baby-kids, SaskFit Apparel (SKFT), and Entrepreneur306, Jordana began her entrepreneurial journey in 2006 with the launch of, then, Cravings Maternity & Baby. While pregnant with her first daughter, she sought out fashionable maternity clothing and hip baby gear. Quickly recognizing a significant void in the Saskatoon market, Jordana filled the gap by launching Cravings with overwhelming success. A decade of expansion and growth then paved the way for her next business venture and passion project, SaskFit Apparel.

SaskFit (SKFT) launched in February 2016 and immediately exploded across Saskatchewan. With the goal to unite health and fitness enthusiasts throughout the province, Jordana created a community surrounding a line of fitness lifestyle apparel products. Consistently placing top three in her bikini class at the Canadian Bodybuilding Championships, Jordana has been featured in numerous publications and media promoting SKFT’s message of living fit in whatever capacity that may be for you. With new items dropping monthly, Jordana continues to expand both SKFT’s product line and community reach, sponsoring both local athletes and events.

Throughout her numerous business ventures, Jordana has volunteered for and contributed to a number of community organizations and events including the Silver Spoon Dinner and the Saskatchewan Amateur Bodybuilding Association (SABBA) planning committee. She also volunteers her time to SABBA as a Novice and Provincial Judge. Jordana organizes charitable donations and events for over 25 charities annually including the Interval House and Children’s Health and Hospital Foundation.

Jordana has won numerous awards for her success in business and fitness including the 2015 SABEX Customer Service Award, the 2015 Saskatchewan Bodybuilding Association Leadership Award, and a 2016 YWCA Women of Distinction nomination. Jordana is passionate about supporting the success of women throughout Saskatchewan and mentors both athletes and business owners across the province.

AWARDS + RECOGNITION

2018 Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan Award – Growth and Expansion
2018 YWCA Women of Distinction Award – Entrepreneurship
2017 SABEX Award – Customer Service
2017 SABEX Award – Small Business of the Year
2017 ABEX Finalist – Service Award
2016 Women of Distinction Awards Nominee – Athletics
2016 SABEX Finalist – Small Business of the Year
2015 Fine Lifestyles Magazine Cover – Women of Achievement
2015 SABEX Award – Customer Service
2013 Planet S Winner – Best Kids Clothing
2010 SABEX Award – Small Business of the Year
2010 SABEX Award – Customer Service
2009 ABEX Finalist – Marketing
2009 SABEX Finalist – Small Business
2009 SABEX Award – Marketing
2008 ABEX Award – Service
2008 SABEX Awards – Customer Service + New Business Venture
2007 SABEX Finalist – Marketing + New Business Venture
2007 Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan – “Emerging Business” Award

2015 SABBA Leadership Award
2015 CBBF National Show – Third place bikini masters
2014 CBBF National Show – Second place bikini masters
2012 CBBF National Show – First place bikini masters
2012 SABBA Provincial Show – First place bikini
2012 SABBA Novice Show – Second place bikini