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Ana Olson

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Co-Founder, Fuerza Divina Tequila | Restaurateur | Tequila Educator

Ana Olson is a Jalisco-born entrepreneur, restaurateur, tequila educator, and co-founder of Fuerza Divina Tequila, a Latina-founded, women-owned premium tequila brand rooted in authenticity, culture, and empowerment.

For more than a decade, Ana has worked in the restaurant and hospitality industry as the owner restaurants in West Michigan’s where she owns the most extensive tequila selections with more than 300 expressions. Her passion for tequila grew into education, leading her to host tequila tastings and classes and deepen her knowledge of the spirit, its production, history, and cultural significance.

Born and raised in Jalisco, Mexico—the birthplace of tequila—Ana brings a personal connection to the traditions behind the spirit. Together with co-founder Angelita Valdez, she created Fuerza Divina Tequila, meaning “Divine Strength,” to celebrate resilience, heritage, entrepreneurship, and the women who inspire them.

Fuerza Divina’s Blanco and Reposado are crafted in Jalisco from 100% Blue Weber agave and are additive-free, with a focus on authentic Mexican craftsmanship and a smooth, agave-forward experience.Fuerza Divina Tequila is preparing to launch in Illinois in late 2026, with expansion into additional Midwest markets to follow.

Ana is passionate about food, hospitality, entrepreneurship, and creating experiences that bring people together around the table—whether through a great meal, a tequila tasting, or a meaningful conversation. To learn more about Ana’s journey, the Fuerza Divina story, and upcoming launch events, visit FuerzaDivinaTequila.com.

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Aug. 13, 2026

162. Fuerza Divina and Other Adventures with Ana Olson

Here there food fans! Welcome back to The Food For ThoughtCast, Episode 162. Today I welcome Ana Olson, Co-Founder of Fuerza Divina Tequila. Ana has spent several years in the hospitality business, working both front and back of house, as a tequila educator and as a restaurateur. Now, she’s taking everything she’s learned and bringing it to her next adventure in the tequila industry, with Fuerza Divina. We talk about women, restaurant culture, food, drink, entrepreneurship, and what it means to ...
Guest: Ana Olson