Today we’d like to introduce you to Eya Bejaoui-Jones.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My name is Eya. I moved to the U.S. 11 years ago, not speaking a word of English. I met my husband—who’s American—in my home country, and when we first started dating, we actually used Google Translate to communicate. It’s funny to think about now, but it was part of our journey together.
We eventually moved to Florida, where I started a cooking YouTube channel from home called Eya’s Corner—in my native language. It grew to over 200,000 followers in under two years. That experience opened new doors, and one of my favorite sponsors asked me to manage their social media. That’s what inspired me to launch my own social media agency.
Today, I consider myself a social media specialist. My agency works with a variety of businesses, and I’m proud to say we have 5-star reviews on Google.
More recently, I also launched a second cooking channel in English called By Eya, to connect with a broader audience and continue sharing my love for food
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road, but I believe the struggles have shaped who I am today.
When I first arrived in the U.S., I didn’t speak any English. That alone made everyday life challenging, from simple conversations to filling out forms or making phone calls. I had to teach myself the language while adjusting to a completely new culture.
Starting my YouTube channel was a leap of faith. I had no experience with filming or editing, but I was passionate about sharing my cooking. It took time, effort, and consistency to grow it and even more to build trust with a community.
Transitioning into social media management came with its own learning curve, especially when running my own business. As a woman, an immigrant, and a mom of three, I’ve had to overcome a lot of doubts, juggle family responsibilities, and build everything from scratch—often without a clear roadmap.
There were many sleepless nights and moments where it felt overwhelming, but I kept going. And today, I’m proud to say I run a growing agency, manage multiple clients, and still make time for my passion for food
We’ve been impressed with Caydan LLC and By EYA, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
My business is a social media agency that I built from the ground up. We specialize in helping small to mid-sized businesses grow their online presence, connect with their audience, and turn followers into loyal customers.
What sets us apart is our personal, strategy-driven approach. We don’t just post content—we create custom digital strategies that reflect each brand’s identity, goals, and audience. From content creation and community management to ad campaigns and brand building, we’re hands-on with every client. I’m proud to say we’ve built a 5-star-rated agency, mostly through referrals and word of mouth.
Alongside the agency, I’m also building By Eya, my English-language cooking brand. It’s more than just recipes—it’s about helping people cook smart, shop smart, and save money. I share practical ways to reduce waste, stretch ingredients, and make home-cooked meals feel accessible, no matter the budget.
I’m especially excited to be launching my first eBook soon under By Eya, It’s my way of supporting families, here in the U.S. and around the world—who want to eat well without overspending.
At the heart of everything I do—whether through the agency or By Eya—is a commitment to authenticity, value, and connection. My goal is to help businesses grow and help people feel empowered through food and smart choices.
We’d love to hear about how you think about risk taking?
I believe risk is part of any meaningful growth. Some of the biggest turning points in my life started with taking bold, uncomfortable steps.
One of the biggest risks I ever took was leaving my home country—where I had a stable job, close family, friends, and a life I knew—to follow my heart. I came to the U.S. to be with my husband, even though I didn’t speak the language and knew almost nothing about the culture. It was scary, and I had to start completely from scratch. But I trusted that I could rebuild something meaningful here, even if it took time.
Later, starting a YouTube channel with no experience, and eventually launching my own social media agency, were also big risks—especially as a mom of three in a new country. I didn’t have a blueprint. I had to learn everything step by step.
My husband and I also take risks in real estate investing. We’ve made long-term financial decisions that required a lot of trust and sacrifice. But we believe in creating stability for our family and building something for the future.
To me, risk isn’t about being fearless—it’s about moving forward even when things are uncertain. Every risk I’ve taken has taught me something and brought me closer to the life I truly want.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.caydanllc.com and www.SmartKitchenByEya.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/life.by.eya/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ByEya
