Meet CJ, Founder of Serenity Sips

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Built through resilience, community, and purpose

If we were sitting together over coffee or matcha, I would probably tell you my story has never been a straight line. Life has brought pivots, challenges, healing, growth, and unexpected chapters that shaped not only who I am, but the space we created at Serenity Sips.

At the center of it all has always been people, connection, and the belief that wellness should feel supportive, approachable, and rooted in real life.

A foundation in healthcare and service

I began working in healthcare administration in 1999, starting as a file clerk and eventually growing into leadership and private practice management. Over the years, I gained hands on experience across operations, billing, patient coordination, business strategy, and team leadership.

In 2009, I enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard as a 68W Healthcare Specialist, serving from 2009 to 2014. That experience strengthened my discipline, leadership, resilience, and commitment to serving others.

Discovering a different approach to wellness

In 2011, I joined The Woodlands Institute for Health & Wellness with Dr. Mila McManus, where I grew into the role of Practice Administrator. Working alongside Dr. McManus introduced me to a more root cause focused and patient centered approach to wellness.

More importantly, it showed me the impact of creating spaces where people feel supported, heard, and genuinely cared for.

The season that changed everything

In late 2019, a traumatic brain injury changed my life in ways I never expected. Recovery became physical, emotional, and deeply personal. During that season, I experienced firsthand how important community, environment, and supportive wellness tools can be in helping someone rebuild.

That experience shaped the heart behind Serenity Sips more than anything else.

Creating Serenity Sips

In 2024, my family and I created Serenity Sips together. What began as a dream became a welcoming café and wellness space where people could gather, recharge, connect, and feel cared for exactly as they are.

Today, Serenity Sips brings together handcrafted beverages, intentional hospitality, and supportive wellness experiences in a way that feels approachable and grounded in community.

Always learning, always growing

I am a lifelong learner with a passion for wellness, business strategy, personal development, and helping others build meaningful lives and businesses. In 2025, I became a Certified Naturopathy Practitioner and Holistic Nutrition Consultant as part of my continued commitment to serving others with knowledge, compassion, and intention.

At the end of the day, titles are not what matter most to me. People are.

Welcome to Serenity Sips

Every detail at Serenity Sips was created with care, from the drinks we serve to the atmosphere we cultivate and the way we welcome people into the space.

My hope is that when you walk through our doors, you feel supported, connected, and reminded that wellness does not have to feel overwhelming to become part of your life.

I’m so glad you’re here.

— CJ Potter