Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My greatest inspiration is my husband and best business partner, Roberto, and the resilient community we serve. We opened our business in a San Francisco neighborhood deeply affected by small business closures, driven by a passion to spark renewal and hope. By partnering with local artists and artisans, we offer our space as a platform for creativity and connection. Our mission is to empower our community, celebrate local talent, and inspire lasting positive change.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by the joy of inspiring others through my work. Every floral arrangement is a chance to connect with someone’s story and create something meaningful. Building those personal connections allows me to provide thoughtful service that turns customers into loyal clients. Knowing that my designs can brighten someone’s day and strengthen our community drives me to keep creating and sharing beauty with purpose every day.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000, I would continue growing our business by onboarding staff at a living wage to support sustainable growth and exceptional service. We would expand our curated assortment of unique vases by collaborating with more local artists, grow our exclusive Bougie Sheep Candle collection to offer more variety, and create an inspiring, intimate event space for unforgettable experiences. Additionally, this funding would provide vital working capital for upcoming updates to our lifestyle boutique