Deb Waller-Whitehurst is the founder, CEO, and curator of Tee Mani Naturals Hair and Skin, established in 2021. The brand was created to address the specific needs of Black and multi-racial consumers. The name Tee Mani is a tribute to her grandson Timani and her sister Teresa, whose passing had a profound impact on Deb. During this challenging time, she began using essential oils for coping, which sparked her interest in the benefits of natural products.