Our Story
As a company, WholeSun Wellness strives to provide mushroom extracts that exceed every existing standard in the industry. We could only do this with the strong guiding principles of our founder, Jme Bonfiglio. Her vision drives how the company develops and takes on industry giants.
About Jme Bonfiglio
Jme Bonfiglio, a trailblazer in the field of mycology, has dedicated her life to exploring and educating others about the myriad benefits of mushrooms. With a childhood immersed in tribal healing practices, mushrooms have been a cornerstone of her health and wellness journey. Her profound expertise and innovative mushroom-based formulas have garnered international acclaim and demand.
In just five years, WholeSun Wellness has transformed from a modest startup into a major player in the industry. The company’s achievements under Jme’s guidance include:
- Pioneering the addition of organic Pure Mycelium to whole mushroom fruiting body extracts, a first in the industry.
- Being the first to report nutritional facts for mushroom extracts.
- Establishing exclusive partnerships with farmers, eliminating intermediaries and ensuring quality.
- ln 2022 launched U.S. mushroom farms that exclusively supplies Wholesun Wellness
- Collaborating with a Washington-based lab to develop innovative testing and extraction techniques, setting new industry benchmarks.
- Driving clinical research to broaden understanding of the therapeutic effects of fungi beyond beta-glucans.
- Establishing partnerships with over 45 clinics in the U.S., and educating both naturopathic and conventional doctors on clinical mushroom use.
More Than Just Mushrooms
Jme‘s passion extends beyond mycology. A fervent advocate for women’s role in the field, she actively works to empower women in mycology globally. As a prominent speaker at international conferences and festivals, and the organizer of the Utah Fungi Festival, she’s a leading figure in the community.
Through WholeSun Wellness, she also facilitates access to medicinal mushroom extracts for those facing health challenges, significantly impacting complementary medicine.
Growing Forward
Looking to the future, Jme Bonfiglio and WholeSun Wellness are committed to revolutionizing the mushroom supplement industry. As a voice of change, they aim to transform how mushrooms are grown, processed, and marketed, focusing on quality and ethical practices.
Jme‘s philosophy is clear: “Our industry has lost its way… It’s time to get back to our roots and collaborate to make changes that create a better world for all of us.” WholeSun Wellness isn’t just about setting industry standards; it’s about creating a legacy of integrity, quality, and sustainability.