Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration comes from solving real problems that affect everyday people. Small businesses are struggling, communities are becoming disconnected, and technology often works against them instead of helping them. I’m motivated by the idea that innovation should rebuild local economies, restore human connection, and give people real opportunity again. Building Wudcha is about empowering people, not controlling them through algorithms.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by focusing on the bigger mission. Building something meaningful takes time, setbacks, and persistence, but knowing that the work can help real people keeps me moving forward. I set clear goals, stay disciplined, and remind myself that every step, even the difficult ones, is part of building something that can make a real difference.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use the $25,000 to host large community onboarding events that bring local businesses and residents together to experience Wudcha in real time. These events would demonstrate how the platform helps businesses gain visibility, create jobs, and reconnect local communities. The goal is to rapidly onboard businesses, show immediate value, and create strong local momentum that can be replicated in other cities.