Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration in business is Shirley Henry. She represents strength, resilience, and leadership that believes in people before success is visible. Her encouragement helped push me forward in my entrepreneurial journey. As founder of THA ERA COVER CASINC, I aim to build more than a product—creating opportunities, protecting innovation, and supporting community wealth for future generations in Canada and beyond

How do you stay motivated?

Motivation: I stay motivated by purpose. Building THA ERA COVER CASINC is about more than a product—it’s about protecting innovation, creating opportunity, and building generational wealth. Every challenge is a step toward turning vision into legacy for future generations

What would you do with the $25,000?

What would you do with the $25,000? If awarded $25,000, I would use the funds to accelerate the launch of THA ERA COVER CASINC by finalizing manufacturing prototypes, producing initial product inventory, and building marketing displays for retail and barbershop networks across Toronto ahead of the 2026 global soccer events. The funding would help transform our innovation into a market-ready product while creating community-based economic opportunities.