Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I’m inspired by companies like Healium, Muse, and Headspace that combine technology and human-centered design to solve complex problems. They show how innovation can drive accessibility and transform lives. My mission is to revolutionize mental health for young adults by integrating cutting-edge tech like VR and EEG with creativity and community—delivering bold, transformative solutions that make wellness engaging and impactful.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by envisioning the future I’m working to create—a world where mental health is prioritized, innovative, and accessible. As a first-generation Hispanic, my understanding of the impacts from health stigma motivates me to achieve bold goals. The rapid advancements in technology and their potential to transform wellness fuel my drive to stay ahead, push boundaries, and create solutions that redefine how we approach mental health for the next generation.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000, I would expand The Mind Project by creating an immersive mental health platform that combines VR and EEG technology to help youth master emotional awareness and stress management. This funding would support piloting workshops, gathering outcome data, and expanding access to underserved communities. My mission is to revolutionize mental health by making it interactive, inclusive, and transformative, advancing The Mind Project’s vision of innovation and accessibility.