Meet The Owner
Jordan Valenzuela
Growing up, my family would always have me massage them. Being my father's daughter, I am naturally very strong. My mom and brother LOVE deep tissue massage, and without schooling, I naturally and from experience got to master the art of massage.
By high school freshman year, I had 2-3 clients in math class, and about the same in drama. Never for money, of course. I just loved to do bodywork. I looked into it as a career, but their statistics of length in the industry and income had me doubtful that this was the path for me, if I wanted to create a family.
I love marketing and am very independent, so I went to Shasta College for a few years while working four jobs willingly. But after taking a break from college and settling down to focus on 1-2 jobs, I started some critical thinking about my future. I was exerting my energy towards industries I wasn't passionate about. I love to work, but I could have been using all my energy towards something I can call my own and gives me the responsibility I crave. I wanted to build an empire.
In October 2013, I went to the CASA Superhero Run to support abused and neglected children. Following the run, I saw free chair massages and waited in line for one. I started asking the lady questions: Where did you get your schooling done? “Marinello Schools of Beauty.” Do you like your job? “Yes, it's rewarding and fun.” Do you make enough to make your life comfortable and happy? “Yes.” That settled it. I signed up for my massage therapy program at Marinello and started in January 2014.
I started my business, Jordan Fisher's Therapeutic Massage, in August 2014, immediately following graduation. After four years, being the newly wedded Mrs. Jordan Valenzuela, I decided to expand my family and business. My old sole proprietorship ended, and I created Shasta Strong Massage and Wellness, LLC on Hartnell Avenue in Redding.
As we grew from 1-2 team members in 2019, to 3-4 team members and new cosmetology services added in 2020, we were advertising everywhere about our new day spa services.
My husband, Zakari, and daughter Anabelle (6 years old), have been the blessings at home that make life wholesome. But we wanted another for our developing "empire." So we welcomed baby Niko in early August 2019. As our babies are growing, so is my business. Expansion can be scary, but we don't grow when we stay inside our comfort zone.
People in the community decided to recognize me for my hard efforts. I was awarded the "Rising Star" award at the Redding Chamber of Commerce Legends and Leaders Gala for 2021.
I also have recently started Elemental Faery Productions, a cirque production originating in beautiful Redding, CA. Your destination location for entertainment! More on this to come.
As I develop more success as a leader, I feel a sense of responsibility to take care of my community for the local businesses and families that reside here. Using my leadership, business knowledge and experience, and love for my community, I have decided to campaign to run for Redding City Council. The election is November 8, 2022 and I hope to do my best for my city in whatever ways I can play my part.
I am a passionate mother, athlete, bodywork professional, and creator. I have exceptional goals and ambitions. And even if I don't meet them all, I never want to stop learning and growing my empire.