Emily Heintz
Retail Executive and Founder in Charleston, SC
Emily Heintz is the founder of Sèchey, a leading destination for non-alcoholic beverages and an emerging lifestyle brand that is redefining how adults celebrate without alcohol. With over 25 years of experience in consumer goods and a personal journey into mindful drinking, Emily launched Sechey to meet the rising demand for premium alcohol-free alternatives.
As a female founder in the booming non-alcoholic beverage industry, Emily combines real-world grit with strategic vision. She is a recognized thought leader at the intersection of wellness, conscious consumption, and the growing trend of alcohol flexibility. Her insights on the rise of THC beverages, sobriety culture, and the challenges of women in entrepreneurship are regularly featured in her blog The Dryish Timesand in major media including The New York Times, Forbes, and Food & Wine.