Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

Who: The matriarchs of the family, the former (grandmother) and present, my mother. All my brothers and sisters in faith, and newly re-connected family. What: Joy and beauty. All things, experiences and views that automatically create a smile, warmth or tears of joy inspire me. Eg. The design theory of Spanish Architect, Gaudi - he believed only designs that honor nature (gifts from God) are truly beautiful.

How do you stay motivated?

When my auto-pilot becomes disengaged, I pray for the will and energy to keep moving. // Beyond that, family and friends bring the extra I need. Their effortless, pretense-free support is critical, and cherished. I do it for them.

What would you do with the $25,000?

*Cash allowance payable at the age of 17 for the foster children I cared for in 2023-4. 10k placed in reserve for emergency/disaster recovery //$5k investment in another entrepreneur, currently unknown to me - chosen on the strength of their character //$1k for E/O, which for me means math gone wrong & oversights in ops (the boo boos & oh yeahs of business) // *Accounting services to update 5-year projections using my current product line, manufacturers, distribution channels.