Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration in business comes from a passion for creating meaningful change in people’s lives. I’m inspired by women who transform their struggles into strengths, using their experiences to uplift others. Building the Whittier Walking Club and seeing its impact has shown me the power of connection and community. This fuels my drive to dream bigger, with a vision of creating opportunities and safe spaces for women and children to thrive, turning challenges into stepping stones for

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by focusing on my purpose and the impact I want to make. Seeing the transformation and empowerment of women in the Whittier Walking Club reminds me why I started. I set clear goals, celebrate small milestones, and visualize the bigger picture of helping others thrive. Surrounding myself with like-minded, passionate individuals and hearing stories of how our work inspires others keeps me energized. Even on tough days, the vision of creating change drives me forward.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I had $25,000, I would use it to expand the impact of the Whittier Walking Club. I’d invest in creating digital resources and a coaching program to empower women in their personal growth and community involvement. A portion would go toward organizing outreach events and providing support for underprivileged women and children. I’d also allocate funds to begin laying the foundation for a shelter that offers training, education, and resources to help women and children rebuild their