Zontaye Richardson is a native of Dayton, Ohio. She graduated from Belmont High School and Wright State University. In college, she majored in Rehabilitation Services which helped to foster her passion for individuals with disabilities.

Zontaye worked for the Montgomery County Board of Developmental Disabilities for 10 years prior to starting TheZe DealZ- A Thrifty Boutique, a thrift store with a twist.

TheZe DealZ is not only a store that sells clothing, but it is a gathering place for the West Dayton community. She has assisted over 100 small business owners with an opportunity to showcase their products. As the host of weekly live thrifting shows, Zontaye highlights her hilarious take on clothing, thrifting and life through various platforms as well as her Facebook Group - Thrifters United.