By: Jhanae Winter

CEO Thea Moss, owner of Let’s Talk Etiquette Spa and Beauty Boutique (LTE), is transforming the lives of young children through etiquette and money management principles, based in Grand Bahama.

All between the ages of two - 18 they can experience uniquely designed pampering services and learn a range of lessons such as character and confidence building, life and social skills as well as entrepreneurship and financial literacy.

“The goal is to work with young children to ensure they are well kept, pampered and well-spoken with presence, social grace and stature. In a nutshell, to develop the whole child and positively impact their lives at a very young age in ways education and talent alone simply cannot,” she said.

LTE’s mission is to provide an elite service that helps to build confidence, class, character and social grace, while offering quality products.

Thea originally established her business in April 2017 as a hair boutique in New Providence. However, she developed a passion for working with children and shifted her services accordingly. 

More than a year later, in December 2018, LTE was birthed after countless efforts to walk in the purpose of her calling. 

The scripture Proverbs 22:6 is used as a foundation for her business as LTE aims to train all children in their care, for the world ahead of them and place them on a path to success. 

Thea is not only a business owner but an author, certified children’s etiquette instructor and has experience with training young girls along with a background in marketing, public relations and risk management. Using all of her talents and brilliance, she has carefully crafted a business with fundamentals that focuses on building up the next generation.

A major milestone of hers is a newly released book, ‘My Money Diary: A fun ledger for kids’, the first of her Practical Financial Literacy Activity Book Series for children, available now on Amazon. 

In it, she introduces children to the world of money that goes beyond, “how to make money” but includes, savings, financial responsibility, delayed gratification, self expression, charitable giving and so much more in a creative manner, she said.

“Coming from a home where I definitely repeated the financial cycle I witnessed as a child, it was after I was drowning in debt that I realized that something had to change if I was to break the cycle or in Bahamian terms ‘break the generational curse’: of getting a government job and obtaining consumer loans for everything possible, without thinking about how this can affect my children, their way of thinking and ultimate success in life,” Thea said.

That's not all for LTE’s CEO. Thea was accepted into the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs cohort, being one of 140 women out of 700 applicants. She also was accepted into a Master program without a Bachelor's degree and passed the Certified International Risk Managers Program, she told Bahamaslocal.com.  

As great as all these achievements are, the moment that resounds in her heart the most, as a mother, was when her five year old daughter, the inspiration of this business, told her, “mommy I want to be just like you one day and own many shops while taking care of animals,” Thea said.

The five year old is already exhibiting signs of success by wanting to start her own lip line, Candy Puckers, because of her exemplary mother and the training she received.

Through the testament of her daughter, Thea’s LTE is creating a resilience in children to walk with stature, grace and set no limits on their purpose. 

But Thea has more in store for LTE. 

“Thinking globally, the brand plans to market curriculum to private educational institutions locally, and after obtaining more internationally recognized training and certifications, market our very own curriculum globally via the world wide web. Expanding our brand, the company also offers confidential etiquette services to new professionals seeking to climb the corporate ladder,” she said.

While this journey has been filled with success, it was not easy. It took many trials and errors, reshifting, rebranding, losses and most importantly faith in God.  

Thea started this business with little capital but it was her positive mindset and trusting God with each step that carried her through.

“I had to think positively and remember that this is what the Father above had me to do. Faith in Him and positive thinking got me through many months. When I would have planned events and got no support, losing personal funds injected, I remained focused. Was I disappointed? Many days. Did I question if this was the right thing for me? At least three times a day. One thing I kept at the forefront was the fact that if you can think it and do it all on your own then it does not require God,” she explained.

She recalls her favorite quote and scriptures she used throughout this journey.

“My favorite quote from a song along my journey has always been ‘blow my mind, do the impossible’. A quote I teach all of my clients before we discuss what their vision is for their life is Habakkuk 2:2-3,” she said.

The faith led and positivity driven mindset she developed is what also kept her through the pandemic, which she calls a “double edged sword”. During this time she was able to focus on her studies in risk management and reinvent her business. 

“I often opine that I prospered in a pandemic. I was able to look at my business model and reinvent the wheel. It was during the pandemic that I attained the designation Certified International Risk Manager. This course was what got me to realize my finances were a series of bad decisions and learned behavior from my upbringing,” Thea confessed. 

Thea’s goal is to have multiple streams of income and “for my account to receive money even in my sleep”, she said. 

She admonshies any young person who seeks their own business, to find something they are equally passionate about and is a necessity for the public. 

LTE’s Vision Statement

To play an integral role in the molding and upbringing of the country’s future leading boys and girls. To ensure productive, motivated youths are introduced into society with a sense of pride and impeccable self- esteem. To produce business minded youths that can one day operate profitable organizations and contribute to the economic growth of the nation. To enhance the skills and boost the confidence of new professionals. To provide a space where young girls can receive beauty services that cater strictly to girls 2 to 18 years.

To connect with Thea, find her on 

Facebook: Let’s Talk Etiquette

Instagram: @etiquettespa1

Youtube: Let’s Talk Etiquette

Book: ‘My Money Diary: A fun ledger for kids’

Let’s Talk Etiquette Spa and Beauty Boutique, Enter to Master…..Depart to Impact!