Comfortably Profitable

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Aba Mortley, owner of Cher-Mere, a hair, skin, and body care brand with over 40 natural, herbal and eco-friendly products. Aba shares the story Cher-Mere’s family and Caribbean roots, how the brand has evolved, and her personal experience with burnout. She also shares the importance of community, self-care, and breaking down projects in order to combat burnout. About Aba: Dr. Aba Mortley moved to Kingston, Ontario from Trinidad and Tobago to do an undergraduate degree in Engineering at Queens University, followed by a Masters and Ph.D. in Materials and Chemical Engineering at the Royal Military College. In 2013, Aba opened the first Cher-Mere day spa, using the family’s name brand Cher-Mere products, in downtown Kingston and expanded to open a second location in 2018. She is currently the chair of the Tourism Kingston board, co-chair of Queens University Council on Anti-Racism and Equity, member of the downtown business association board, member of the Kingston Economic