Quarter-Finalist

Debra Cady

Debra Cady, CEO of Silver Linings Intl., transforms teams with trauma-informed leadership, empowering others & fostering compassion globally

 

Currently 6

in the Quarter-Finals

Help me become the Entrepreneur of Impact, appear in Forbes magazine, and win $25,000!

Voting for Semi-Finalists ends Thursday the 13th of March at 7PM PDT

What is the Entrepreneur of Impact?

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Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration in business is seeing the ripple effect of compassion and connection. I’m driven by the opportunity to help leaders embrace trauma-informed practices, creating environments where staff feel valued, safe, and empowered. Knowing this work can transform not just workplaces but entire communities keeps me passionate and focused. Helping others thrive inspires me every day.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by focusing on the impact I make—helping leaders embrace trauma-informed practices and creating thriving, supportive workplaces. For self-care, I immerse myself in nature, walk, and capture its beauty through photography. It’s a reminder to always find the silver lining and inspires me to keep creating positive change.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000, I would offer trauma-informed training free to 25 leaders, empowering them to create workplaces rooted in psychological safety. These funds would ensure leaders without training budgets can access tools to transform their organizations, fostering safety, trust, and resilience. This investment would improve staff well-being, shift workplace cultures, and promote lasting, positive change—ensuring all leaders can build supportive, thriving environments.

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