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April White, Class of 2006, is a North Philadelphia native, chemist, certified herbalist, and accomplished wellness entrepreneur whose career reflects the power of a Lincoln University education rooted in excellence, leadership, and service. A proud alumna, April earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Lincoln University, where her academic training and campus involvement helped shape her lifelong commitment to community empowerment and purpose-driven leadership. While at Lincoln, she also became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Zeta Omega Chapter (2006), further strengthening her dedication to service and advocacy.
Reflecting on her Lincoln experience, April shares, “Lincoln University taught me how to think critically, lead with purpose, and believe that my impact could extend far beyond myself. Everything I’ve built since then is rooted in that foundation.”
Following graduation, April built an impressive career as a pharmaceutical scientist, gaining more than a decade of experience in the industry. She advanced into leadership roles, serving in portfolio management and leading agile transformation initiatives across multiple Fortune 500 companies within the healthcare, media, and financial services sectors. Committed to continuous learning, April also pursued graduate-level studies in business and public health, strengthening her expertise in strategy, operations, and population-based wellness.
Driven by her passion for entrepreneurship and holistic health, April is the Founder and CEO of Holistic Alchemy Brews, an organic herbal tea company offering 18 intentionally crafted blends designed to support everyday wellness, balance, and prevention. She is also the Founder of Diva Steam Wellness Spa, a holistic wellness space dedicated to herbal education, personalized coaching, and restorative healing experiences rooted in both scientific knowledge and ancestral tradition.
Over the past year, April has successfully expanded her businesses, growing Holistic Alchemy Brews into regional grocery retailers, including ShopRite, while also increasing her impact through corporate wellness programs, educational workshops, and speaking engagements. Central to her work is a guiding belief: “Healing doesn’t have to be complicated. When science and tradition meet, wellness becomes something people can actually live.”
Guided by her scientific training, entrepreneurial spirit, and cultural heritage, April remains committed to making holistic wellness accessible, credible, and empowering for individuals, organizations, and communities. Her journey stands as a testament to the transformative impact of a Lincoln University education.
To learn more about April White and explore her organic herbal tea collections, visit www.HolisticAlchemyBrews.com.
