Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration came from seeing dogs treated poorly in the training industry while I was working for another company. I knew animals deserved better. That experience pushed me to start Good Leash, where the focus is ethical training and building trust between dogs and their families. I’m also studying to become an exotic veterinarian so I can continue helping animals throughout my career.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by remembering why I started. Helping dogs and their owners build better relationships reminds me that my work matters. Every dog that gains confidence and every family that reconnects with their pet pushes me to keep improving. Balancing my business with my studies to become an exotic veterinarian also keeps me focused on my long-term mission of helping animals.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would invest the funding into growing Good Leash so I can help more dogs and families. I would expand training programs, improve equipment and educational resources, and reach more people in my community who need support with their pets. My goal is to make ethical dog training more accessible and continue building a business that improves the lives of both animals and their owners.