Celebrating 30 Years of Care
Since 1995, Cypress Minerals has been a business for good and has provided Resilient Minerals™ to the nutraceutical, functional food, and beverage industries. From the start, we’ve been driven by a singular purpose: to be agents of care to spark a flourishing world.
Our journey began with our founder Paul A. Willis’ commitment to harnessing the strength of minerals to support healthier lives. Over the years, Cypress has grown into a trusted partner for brands and contract manufacturers that share our vision of creating products that nourish and inspire.
Pioneering Mineral Solutions
We’ve led the way in developing cutting-edge high quality Resilient Minerals™ that meet the evolving needs of the nutraceutical and functional food industries.
A Trusted Partner
For 30 years, we’ve built lasting relationships with our customers, suppliers, and communities, grounded in integrity, quality, and care.
Strong Purpose to be Agents of Care
At Cypress Minerals, we believe that care is the foundation of progress. Whether it’s through our high-quality mineral solutions, our commitment to sustainability, or our support for the communities we serve locally and globally, we strive to make a positive impact every day.
Thank you to our customers, partners, and team members who have been part of our journey and allow us the opportunity to help spark a flourishing world
The History of Cypress Minerals
Paul A. Willis launched Cypress Systems, Inc. in California and begins supporting local non-profits
Clark study on selenium and cancer prevention published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA)
Signed clinical trial agreement with the Division of Cancer Prevention (DCP) at NCI
Selenium is granted an FDA Qualified Health Claim
Cypress received a letter of No Objection for GRAS for Food for SelenoExcell® High Selenium Yeast 1200
Cypress provides support to HIV/AIDS programs in Embu, Africa
Cypress joined the Council of Responsible Nutrition (CRN) as a voting member
Cypress begins supporting Wings of Hope Rescue Home in Nairobi, Africa
Cypress hired Michelle Martin as President and COO. Cypress adds 100% Fully-Reacted Chelated Minerals to its portfolio
Cypress becomes a Founding Gold Sponsor of Women In Nutraceuticals
Cypress Systems rebrands as Cypress Minerals and reincorporates in Delaware
Looking Ahead to the Next 30 years and beyond
As we celebrate this milestone, we’re not just reflecting on the past—we’re looking to the future. We remain committed to our purpose to be Agents of Care to spark a flourishing world. Here’s to 30 years of resilience, care, and flourishing—and to many more years of making a meaningful impact.
