1909 Founder Speaker Series featuring Celis Juice Bar

Hear from Alex Celis, one of the founders of local favorite Celis Juice Bar.

Alex Celis is an entrepreneur and community builder with a deep passion for health, wellness, and connection. In 2015, he and his brothers founded a juice bar dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle. What started as a single location has grown into a thriving business with three locations in West Palm, Palm Beach Island, and Delray. With strong roots in the community, the company emphasizes quality, wellness, and bringing people together. In 2020, Alex extended his commitment to health by launching Celis Run Club, which has since become a major running community, attracting over 200 runners weekly.

This chat will be moderated by Sophie DeWaal, a 1909 Member and Founder of Arya Tea Bar. A competitive equestrian show jumper, Sophie had a 10-year career as an investment banker on Wall Street before moving to West Palm Beach to launch Arya Tea Bar, a beverage company focused on matcha, milk teas and fruit refreshers. Her first tea bar location will be opening in Fall 2025 on the 500 block of Clematis Street in downtown West Palm Beach!

About the The 1909 Founder Speaker Series

A series of casual, insightful fireside chats designed to educate and inspire early-stage entrepreneurs, agency founders, and small business owners aiming for growth. It features accomplished entrepreneurs who have carved their own paths, navigated challenges, and built scalable businesses. We showcase founders from various backgrounds and industries, each offering a unique perspective on success. Learn from those who achieved their goals through hard work, grit, teamwork, and leveraging the resources around them. Featured speakers will discuss their startup experiences and the key connections and resources that supported their growth.

Beverages and light snacks will be provided.

Thank you to Related Life for sponsoring this series.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Lawn at CityPlace, 700 S Rosemary Ave, West Palm Beach, United States