Brand Building: Tells us how she started her wellness business in a 650 sq ft space and now expanding to 3,000 sq ft.

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🗓️ 27 July 2025

⏱️ 32 minutes

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Summary

Tonya Millions Fitch

Founder of Astra Wellness in Macon, Georgia.

Key Highlights: 🌟 About Astra Wellness

Name Origin: “Astra” means “star” in French, symbolizing guidance—just as stars guided explorers and enslaved people seeking freedom.
Mission: To guide individuals toward optimal health, happiness, and beauty.

👩‍⚕️ T0nya’s Background

Over 25 years in healthcare, including 12 years as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist.
Inspired to start Astra Wellness after her father, a Vietnam veteran suffering from PTSD and chronic pain, lacked access to proper nutritional care during COVID.

🏥 Services Offered

IV hydration therapy
Medical weight loss
Facials, chemical peels, body contouring
Anti-aging treatments including ozone therapy, infrared sauna, massage, Botox, and fillers
Functional medicine focused on root-cause treatment and prevention

📈 Business Growth

Started in a 650 sq ft space; now expanding to a 3,000 sq ft commercial building.
Received strong community support and referrals from medical professionals.
Offers a one-stop wellness center model.

💡 Entrepreneurial Insights

Initially believed a good credit score was enough for a loan—learned the importance of:
- A solid business plan
- Debt-to-credit ratio
- Financial projections
- Showing business income
Built a relationship with a banker who helped her navigate the loan process.

🧬 Health Philosophy

Emphasizes treating from the inside out.
IV infusions bypass the digestive system, allowing 100% absorption of nutrients.
Helps with depression, insomnia, dementia, skin/hair issues, and more.
96% of clients report feeling better immediately after treatment.

🌐 Contact Information

Website: www.astrawellness.com
Phone: (478) 200-7575
Social Media: Astra Wellness on Instagram and Facebook

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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