Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration in business comes from my family, especially my father and my children. My father always told me money doesn’t buy happiness, and over time I learned it’s simply a tool to create stability and opportunity. Losing eight family members to cancer also drives me to build businesses that can fund my non-profit research. I started with just a paintbrush and tray, proving that hard work, discipline, and purpose can build something meaningful.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by my family, especially my children, and the hardships I’ve overcome. Losing eight family members to cancer drives my mission to build businesses that can fund cancer research. I started with just a paintbrush and tray, paid off tens of thousands in debt, and rebuilt through discipline and consistency. My motivation comes from proving that struggles, addiction, or mental health challenges don’t define your future if you keep working toward a purpose

What would you do with the $25,000?

$25,000, I would use the funds responsibly to strengthen the foundation of my projects. A portion would support equipment, licensing, and operational costs for Silver Seal Painting and Renovations so it can generate stable income. Another portion would build the Silver Entrepreneur Program to provide affordable mentorship and business education. The remaining funds would help reactivate and structure the Cancer Crisis Organization to begin supporting cancer research and awareness initiatives