The SFA Hall of Fame
Honoring long-serving members of the specialty food community for their achievements and impact 
2016 Hall of Fame award winner

Ron Rubin

The Republic of Tea, Inc.
2016
Hall of Fame

Rubin's life has been dedicated to innovation, stewardship, education, and philanthropy. A successful entrepreneur, Rubin sparked a specialty Tea Revolution when he purchased The Republic of Tea to promote the Sip by Sip Rather Than Gulp by Gulp lifestyle. Under his leadership as Minister of Tea, the brand has introduced more than 300 exquisite, award-winning teas and tea-inspired products.