We pour our passion for bold flavors and local ingredients into every bottle we make. But behind every great local business is a team of dedicated individuals driving that vision forward. Today, we are absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news about one of the visionaries behind our brand.
Our very own co-founder, Jacklyn Little-Parhar, has been named a finalist for San Diego Magazine’s Celebrating Women 2026 Summit in the Food + Beverage – Rising Star category!
Celebrating Female Leadership in San Diego’s Food & Beverage Industry
San Diego Magazine’s Celebrating Women Summit is an annual powerhouse event that recognizes the dynamic, innovative, and inspiring women shaping our city. To have Jacklyn recognized as a “Rising Star” among such a prestigious group of female leaders in the local food and beverage space is a monumental honor.
Jacklyn has been instrumental in building San Diego Pepper Company from the ground up. Her dedication to crafting authentic, high-quality flavors that capture the essence of the San Diego lifestyle is at the core of everything we do. Whether San Diego Sauce is being used for the ultimate San Diego Fish Taco White Sauce or being restocked at one of our local stores, business has been growing. A large part of this growth is thanks to the hard work and leadership Jacklyn has provided.
Deep Roots in the San Diego Community
Building a business in San Diego isn’t just about selling a product; it’s about becoming part of the local fabric. From the bustling farmers markets to the vibrant restaurant kitchens across the county, San Diego has one of the most exciting and diverse food scenes in the country.
Jacklyn’s nomination as a Rising Star reflects our brand’s deep commitment to this community. We are proud to be a local San Diego business, and we are constantly inspired by the other creators, chefs, and entrepreneurs who make America’s Finest City so flavorful. This recognition from San Diego Magazine validates the hard work and heart that goes into keeping our local food ecosystem thriving.
Join Us in Celebrating!
We want to extend a massive thank you to our incredible customers, retail partners, and the entire San Diego community. Your support allows small, locally-owned businesses like ours to dream big and achieve milestones like this.
We would love for you to join us in cheering on Jacklyn! You can view her finalist feature and check out all the amazing women nominated across the city by visiting the San Diego Magazine Celebrating Women 2026 voting page.