Who or what is your inspiration in business?

Soulchemy is inspired by the unseen people, the ones many pass each day, sitting on corners in the pouring rain with a gentle wave and a quiet smile. It’s rooted in the belief that even in our darkest moments, a light remains. Soulchemy reflects every person’s potential: soul + alchemy. When we truly see one another, transformation becomes possible, both individually and systemically.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated because this mission is deeply personal. It gives purpose to my mornings and direction to my work. I believe profoundly in the power of kindness and community to catalyze healing. History shows that even humanity’s darkest chapters have shifted when people unite with a shared intention for change. Through The Soulchemy Project, I aim to create a container for that collective energy and translate it into tangible pathways for healing and transformation.

What would you do with the $25,000?

At the Soulchemy Project, we use food and the arts to bring people together, reminding us we’re all the same at our core. With $10k, we’ll hire a part-time social media manager/intern to document our impact, and with the other 15k we’ll convert a box truck into a portable kitchen/open mic stage, expanding our community events, feeding, entertaining, and connecting communities nationwide.