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Be a Diamond in a World of Coal: Melissa Velarde’s Lifestory

Background and Childhood Values Facing Challenges to Becoming a Leader Work-Life Balance and Passions Empowering Women Everyday Overview: Hailing from Lima, Peru, Melissa Velarde had a rough childhood coping with the life of Chicago. This life allowed her to be a financially independent woman from a very young age. Melissa was a single teen mother and almost a parent to her younger brother too, making her responsible, committed, and a really hard worker. The jewelry venture was an opportunity that [...]
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Background and Childhood Values Facing Challenges to Becoming a Leader Work-Life Balance and Passions Empowering Women Everyday Overview: Hailing from Lima, Peru, Melissa Velarde had a rough childhood coping with the life of Chicago. This life allowed her to be a financially independent woman from a very young age. Melissa was a single teen mother and almost a parent to her younger brother too, making her responsible, committed, and a really hard worker. The jewelry venture was an opportunity that
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Leading with Purpose: Nicole Vasquez’s Journey to Women’s Advancement

Childhood Influence Path to Entrepreneurship Mentorship and Inspiration Work-Life Balance Passions and Life Mantra Overview: Nicole’s passion for connecting people led to building businesses focused on community, technology, and mission-driven strategies. Her multicultural upbringing shaped her leadership values and passion for women's empowerment.  She believes, "To whom much is given, much is expected," a mantra that inspires her sense of responsibility to give back. 1. Please share some key moments from your childhood that shaped your values and perspective on
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Childhood Influence Path to Entrepreneurship Mentorship and Inspiration Work-Life Balance Passions and Life Mantra Overview: Nicole’s passion for connecting people led to building businesses focused on community, technology, and mission-driven strategies. Her multicultural upbringing shaped her leadership values and passion for women's empowerment.  She believes, "To whom much is given, much is expected," a mantra that inspires her sense of responsibility to give back. 1. Please share some key moments from your childhood that shaped your values and perspective on
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Owning My Journey: How I Turned Divorce Into Empowerment

Empowered Choices: Sonia’s Divorce Journey Mentorship and Coaching Rediscovering and Reclaiming Life Overview: Sonia Gupta discusses the stigma of divorce in South Asian culture to rediscover self-worth and independence. Her ‘Divorce Party’ evolved into a movement, inspiring countless others. Sonia continues to empower and support others around her by being a relationship mentor. 1. How do you think the cultural expectations of your childhood shape your perspective on relationships and life choices? After quite a bit of self-reflection, I realized
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Empowered Choices: Sonia’s Divorce Journey Mentorship and Coaching Rediscovering and Reclaiming Life Overview: Sonia Gupta discusses the stigma of divorce in South Asian culture to rediscover self-worth and independence. Her ‘Divorce Party’ evolved into a movement, inspiring countless others. Sonia continues to empower and support others around her by being a relationship mentor. 1. How do you think the cultural expectations of your childhood shape your perspective on relationships and life choices? After quite a bit of self-reflection, I realized
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Raj Kulasingam: A Tale of Adaptability, Relationships, Growth and Learning

Early Childhood and Initial Beginnings Investment Philosophy Leadership Insights Career Reflections and Hindsight Overview: Raj Kulasingam was born in a small town in Perak, Malaysia.  From his experiences working in diverse fields and regions, he is illustrative of the power of learning by doing, understanding one’s own limitations, and continuously building relationships. His impactful career in law, business and investment is a testament to resilience, curiosity, and the importance of making human connections and being generous. For Raj, the journey
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Early Childhood and Initial Beginnings Investment Philosophy Leadership Insights Career Reflections and Hindsight Overview: Raj Kulasingam was born in a small town in Perak, Malaysia.  From his experiences working in diverse fields and regions, he is illustrative of the power of learning by doing, understanding one’s own limitations, and continuously building relationships. His impactful career in law, business and investment is a testament to resilience, curiosity, and the importance of making human connections and being generous. For Raj, the journey
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Navigating Digital Wellness: Faye Sahai Shares Wisdom on Support and Success

Overcoming Adversity Leadership and Current Projects Life Lessons, Gratitude and Joy Overview: Faye Sahai shares how her childhood experiences shaped her commitment to diversity and inclusion. Key factors for scaling digital wellness technologies include intuitive design and a strong business model. The importance of networking and mentorship in personal and professional growth. Current trends in digital wellness emphasize personalized and predictive mental health solutions. 1. Can you tell us more about your childhood and how it shaped you into the
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Overcoming Adversity Leadership and Current Projects Life Lessons, Gratitude and Joy Overview: Faye Sahai shares how her childhood experiences shaped her commitment to diversity and inclusion. Key factors for scaling digital wellness technologies include intuitive design and a strong business model. The importance of networking and mentorship in personal and professional growth. Current trends in digital wellness emphasize personalized and predictive mental health solutions. 1. Can you tell us more about your childhood and how it shaped you into the
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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Nisary Mahesh’s Legacy

Childhood Journey Women in Entrepreneurship and Money Talks Being the role model and the importance of mentoring Work-Life Balance Leisure and fuel for thought Overview: Nisary Mahesh is the creator of HerMoneyTalks, envisioning empowering women financially. Nisary’s upbringing ingrained self-motivation and resilience in her, shaping her entrepreneurial journey. The landscape for women entrepreneurs has significantly improved in recent years, according to Nisary Mahesh.  Nisary emphasizes the importance of mentorship, including reverse mentoring, in her personal and professional journey. 1. What
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Childhood Journey Women in Entrepreneurship and Money Talks Being the role model and the importance of mentoring Work-Life Balance Leisure and fuel for thought Overview: Nisary Mahesh is the creator of HerMoneyTalks, envisioning empowering women financially. Nisary’s upbringing ingrained self-motivation and resilience in her, shaping her entrepreneurial journey. The landscape for women entrepreneurs has significantly improved in recent years, according to Nisary Mahesh.  Nisary emphasizes the importance of mentorship, including reverse mentoring, in her personal and professional journey. 1. What
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Empowering Change: Jen Sound Keane’s thumbnail CEO of Leafwidgetai

Leading with Heart: Jen’s Lessons from Business and Life

Childhood Highlights and Influences Core Values and Manifestations Professional Insights Volunteering Experience Career Reflections and Future Visions Overview: Jen comes from a small family situated in a country town in Beaver Creek, Oregon. Jen entered the automotive industry at a young age and worked her way up to become a CEO, Partner, and Director. Throughout her life, Jen has focused on helping people and learning from the best part of who they are. Jen is family-oriented, values her time with
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Childhood Highlights and Influences Core Values and Manifestations Professional Insights Volunteering Experience Career Reflections and Future Visions Overview: Jen comes from a small family situated in a country town in Beaver Creek, Oregon. Jen entered the automotive industry at a young age and worked her way up to become a CEO, Partner, and Director. Throughout her life, Jen has focused on helping people and learning from the best part of who they are. Jen is family-oriented, values her time with
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Anjali Laddha’s Journey: Challenges to Leadership & Legacy

Roots and Early Years Daily Routine Path to Success Challenges and Growth Impact and Insights Overview: Anjali Laddha shares her vibrant childhood, including her academic struggles. Her daily routine shows how she balances work at Degree2Destiny with personal interests & family time. Explore her career journey, from early leadership roles and an interest in digital marketing. This led to the founding of Degree2Destiny, a startup focused on student success. Degree2Destiny is equipping students with skills like Generative AI and preparing
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Roots and Early Years Daily Routine Path to Success Challenges and Growth Impact and Insights Overview: Anjali Laddha shares her vibrant childhood, including her academic struggles. Her daily routine shows how she balances work at Degree2Destiny with personal interests & family time. Explore her career journey, from early leadership roles and an interest in digital marketing. This led to the founding of Degree2Destiny, a startup focused on student success. Degree2Destiny is equipping students with skills like Generative AI and preparing
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Finding Your Path | Elizabeth Lampert’s Journey Into PR and Reputation Management

Childhood Influences and Professional Journey Career Insights & Professional Milestones Crisis Communication Advice for Aspiring Professionals Overview: Elizabeth Lampert had the opportunity to travel the world and explore different cultures with her parents in her childhood and now takes her daughter on the same adventure. Elizabeth found a place where she could apply her inquisitive and communicative personality in the PR industry. She believes that networking is essential to succeed as a professional. Hard work, positivity, and gratitude define Elizabeth's
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Childhood Influences and Professional Journey Career Insights & Professional Milestones Crisis Communication Advice for Aspiring Professionals Overview: Elizabeth Lampert had the opportunity to travel the world and explore different cultures with her parents in her childhood and now takes her daughter on the same adventure. Elizabeth found a place where she could apply her inquisitive and communicative personality in the PR industry. She believes that networking is essential to succeed as a professional. Hard work, positivity, and gratitude define Elizabeth's
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