Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I’m inspired by building something of my own after years of leading global brands—and doing it in a way that creates opportunity for others. I believe business can be a platform for economic empowerment, especially for women building something of their own. With LIXMIX, I’m not just creating a product—I’m building a brand that reflects ambition, independence, and the idea that you can bring others along as you grow.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by progress and perspective. Building LIXMIX hasn’t been linear—I’ve had to adapt, problem-solve, and rebuild—but every step forward reinforces the vision. I focus on long-term impact over short-term wins, knowing that real brands are built through persistence. That mindset keeps me grounded, resilient, and moving forward, even when things are uncertain.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would invest it into scaling LIXMIX’s first production run—supporting ingredients, manufacturing, and packaging to bring the product to market at quality and scale. Just as importantly, it would allow me to begin creating early opportunities for others—especially women—through hiring, collaboration, and supporting women entrepreneurs as part of LIXMIX’s broader mission of economic empowerment.