Meet ANNA
The heart behind Zesty Lifestyle, where style, presence, and purpose come together to help women feel seen, confident, and beautifully aligned.
As a global mum-preneur and mother of three young adults, Anna brings warmth, lived wisdom, and empowering energy into everything she creates.
Style Expert & Consultant
Anna brings over 21 years of international experience in fashion and lifestyle experiences. Has been featured as a style expert on TSC Shopping Channel . A member of the Canadian chapter of the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI).
Through Zesty Lifestyle, she blends personal styling, image consulting, and confidence-building experiences to support women in embracing their evolving identity, elevating their lifestyle, and becoming the most radiant version of themselves.
Her leadership and impact have been recognized with a Leadership Community Award nomination from the Rogers Women Empowerment Awards (2022) and the Self-Development Award from the Brilliant Minded Women Network (2023). Anna is also a committed partner with the Mothers to Daughters organization, where she extends her experience to support a thriving community of intergenerational women, helping to build bridges of confidence, identity, and purpose across generations.
Her work has been featured in Toronto Star, Style Canada, Toronto City Life Magazine, Voyage Houston, She Magazine Houston, Miso Living Magazine Atlanta, and Living Luxe Magazine . She has also volunteered as a stylist for Dress for Success Toronto, championing empowerment through style.
My mission is to support women and leaders in aligning their inner essence with their outward presence, so they can confidently embody who they are becoming.
Personal Journey
Anna's journey is a fascinating blend of cultural roots, professional growth, and community involvement after living in 6 continents.
Here's a concise overview of her career and contributions:
Anna's profound gratitude for her homeland Nigeria is reflected in her diverse and impactful career. Her styling journey began in Lagos, where she established herself as a boutique owner and personal stylist. Seeking new horizons, Anna emigrated to Calgary, Canada, and spent four years honing her skills in interior redesign and decorating with Canterra Custom Homes.
In 2008, Anna took a significant leap by founding her own firm, Zesty Interiors. Her expertise is further underscored by her training with Lauri Ward, a renowned New York designer, and her certifications as an Interior Refiner and Redecorator. She is also accredited by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and the Decorator Training Institute USA.
She is also on HOUZZ Design platform, offering consultations in home interior redesign and decorating. Beyond her professional achievements, she dedicates time to volunteering and mentoring with organizations.