When Ordette Creates, Beauty Awaits: The Turquoise Sparkle Tale

Tuesday, March 25

7:00 a.m.

DeShay Williams

Executive Director Spark Thomasville

In Thomasville’s business ecosystem, hardworking entrepreneur Ordette Thomas proves beautiful things grow when neighbors invest in each other’s potential.

Ordette Thomas shares her Turquoise Sparkle journey at the 2024 Spark Tank Competition, where her vision earned second place.

Her jewelry business, Turquoise Sparkle, shines as proof of her resilience, and our community’s generous spirit and collaborative power.

With an infectious smile and a passion for making people feel beautiful, Ordette is transforming her love of jewelry into a legacy of empowerment and generational wealth.

A Dream Sparked by Beauty

“I just want to make people look good and feel good about themselves,” Ordette shares.

“Like Coach Prime says, ‘Look good; feel good!’ It’s simple, but it’s true. I love making my clients radiate with beauty!”

“Great jewelry accents a person’s inner beauty and causes them to radiate from within!”

From her early fascination with Victorian-era jewelry, ornate pageantry, and ceremonial grandeur, to learning to create keychains and bracelets at the Boys & Girls Club, Ordette’s journey exemplifies the power of pursuing one’s passion.

Intricate designs, historical elegance, and the transformative power of beauty are signature values at Turquoise Sparkle.

A moment of triumph! Turquoise Sparkle founder Ordette Thomas (center) receives her Spark Thomasville graduation certificate from business coaches Blanding Beatty (left) and Earl Williams (right). Through guidance and access to resources, our generous coaches empower creative entrepreneurs to build lasting legacies in Thomas County.

Finding Opportunity in Challenge

During the Covid lockdown, Ordette turned challenge into opportunity. By scrutinizing her favorite pieces of jewelry, she discovered her potential as a creator.

With her family cheering her on, she began selling her creations through neighborhood “pop-up shops.”

The Spark Connection

When Ordette discovered Spark Thomasville through social media, she knew she had found her path. “I knew it was for me,” she recalls, describing how she avidly consumed Spark’s inspiring stories and resources.

When Spark paired Ordette with business coach Blanding Beatty, she felt like she had won the lottery!

“The Spark coaches are so smart, and kind, and helpful. Blanding is amazing! His years of experience are remarkable,” she shares with deep respect.

Creating Impact Through Education and Coaching

Receiving guidance through Spark’s coaching program helped Ordette achieve a significant milestone - winning 2nd place in the 2024 Spark Tank Pitch competition.

A moment of community triumph! Turquoise Sparkle founder Ordette Thomas (center) receives her Spark Tank 2024 second-place award, surrounded by: Esther Marie Lawrence (Thomas County Chamber), mentor Blanding Beatty, banking partner Melvin Hugins (TNB), and DeShay Williams.

Her achievement shows how access to education, coaching, and support can help entrepreneurs transform their dreams into reality.

Building a Legacy of Generosity

Ordette’s vision extends beyond her own success. Spark Thomasville fuels her dreams of creating wealth and blessing her family.

Her generous spirit and dedication to giving back embody Spark’s values of economic viability and legacy building.

Weaving Generational Impact

Now creating jobs through her growing enterprise, Ordette embodies Spark’s mission to transform individual success into community wealth.

Ordette’s story continues through neighbors like you. By supporting Spark Thomasville’s programs, you help:

• Provide coaching to underestimated entrepreneurs

• Create collaborative learning opportunities

• Build an economy where local wealth stays local

Every act of generosity by our donor base plants seeds for community-rooted success.

Thank you!