Tesla resolves the cancelled pie order debacle with The Giving Pies by providing $2,000 compensation after CEO Elon Musk’s intervention.
After gaining publicity, the New York Post highlighted that the bakery confirmed the payment to the Guardian. Initially, Tesla’s abrupt cancellation as the order neared dispatch sparked criticism from the bakery’s owner, Voahangy Rasetarinera. She voiced concerns on Facebook about Tesla’s corporate practices affecting small enterprises.
Musk, informed by the media, committed to resolving the matter, emphasizing Tesla’s reliability. Subsequently, Rasetarinera acknowledged receiving the due payment via email. The sum reimbursed the bakery for ingredient costs, as reported by KGO.
Rasetarinera remarked to the outlet on the significance of $2,000 for a small business versus a corporation. Post-resolution, the bakery experienced a surge of customer support. Rasetarinera, expressing gratitude to NBC Bay Area, declined a new catering offer from Tesla due to increased demand depleting their stock.
