“I love to create. I love it. So, so much. I also love to learn new things. The pace of entrepreneurship is wonderful and freeing. Being a founder, there's no room for anything except mission. It's the best.”
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"My vision is that our students experience safety and belongingness. I want my students to have voice and to be able to use what they are learning to influence their community while they are in school, not after they graduate. I also hope that Sledge Institute is a center for professional learning. I love to have fun and enjoy myself while at work. I want the educators and partners in my school as well as the family members to also feel like they are getting something out of the school. They are learning alongside the students, and they are also able to connect their passions to their professional learning. I don't want anyone, students or adults, to feel that they have to "endure" their time at Sledge Institute. I want them to see our school as a place of education, purpose-aligned work, and joy."
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"You shouldn't have to force yourself or your venture fit into any particular box that doesn't seem authentic to you or the mission. Be open and receptive to feedback, but be discerning. Especially in the early days, the right people will get it and will support both you and the venture to grow in a way that is true to your strengths and values as well as the venture's."
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“It's important to know your why and what you are willing to give up for that. I don't believe in overnight success stories. When you're trying to do something hard, it requires a lot out of you. So, the more clarity you have about your why, the easier it is to have an honest conversation about what sacrifices are needed.”
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“My vision for the world through my venture is to lay down the foundation for accessible and ultimately free healthcare for every American… By removing barriers to healthcare access and addressing systemic inequalities, we can create a society where everyone has the opportunity to live a fulfilling and healthy life.”
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“baseline is completely built around Mission and Vision. For-profit mental health services, especially those for pre-crisis help, aren’t at all aligned with their user’s best interests - and trust me, it shows. As a non-profit, we’re forging a new path in this space by putting intersectionally disadvantaged users at the forefront, instead of creating a service that puts our profits first.”
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“Being a founder has given me a sense of purpose. It has given me an opportunity to take all of my past experiences, whether good, bad and/or tragic, and utilize those experiences to now create a mission that creates change for the better and even saves lives.”
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“I am creating an ecosystem of creative haymakers - a crew of genius, rogue, boss organizers and activists that are interested in telling a new story based on the joys, pains, hopes, and ambitions of all of us across the world. A new story based on the possibilities of a world we have devised in 10-15 hour improv sessions, art making, quilting, storytelling, music, and dance!”
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“The most gratifying aspect of being a founder is the realization that I am actively pursuing my purpose of creating transformative and educational content that empowers numerous lives.”
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“As an entrepreneur, I am driven by the desire to innovate and the autonomy to implement solutions that align with my vision of a more inclusive and supportive world. Each venture I undertake is a step towards breaking down barriers and empowering communities, particularly those who are often marginalized.”
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“I hope that Inspiring Futures creates a space that is welcoming and embracing of all those who have system-involvement and are trying to move forward in life. I hope Inspiring Futures successfully de-stigmatizes mental health, and that as a result, these incredible youth and young people are able to stay out of future systems that the foster care system is often a pipeline to, disrupting the narrative that foster care is a pipeline to jail, homelessness, and other negative outcomes.“
“My vision for Village Nanny is for our app to be so universally accessible that it creates a paradigm shift in what families view as not only feasible and accessible, but beneficial, in terms of their family's village and needs. I hope to create a more caring, community-centered world in which children and elders are cared for in the ways that serve them best, a world in which more people have embraced the notion that it truly "takes a village,” and to leave a legacy for our own children.“
“Through Erudyte, my vision is to contribute to a world where education is truly inclusive, breaking down language barriers and providing equal opportunities for students regardless of their linguistic backgrounds. Ultimately, I envision a world where language is not a hindrance to academic success, and students can thrive, contribute meaningfully to society, and pursue their aspirations without limitations imposed by language barriers.”
“What I enjoy most about being a founder is the incredible opportunity it provides to champion causes that truly matter, like the taboos and stigmas surrounding women's health. Being a founder gives me a platform to make a meaningful difference, such as ensuring that the information we provide is both accessible and impactful.”
“Through [Southern Nevada Black Educators Initiative], I aspire to establish a realm that provides students of color with representation and opportunities. I envision a world abundant with culturally attuned, highly skilled Black educators passionately advocating for their students.”
“I want to contribute to a world where Black voices and narratives are authentically represented and celebrated, challenging stereotypes and promoting a diverse and inclusive cultural landscape.”
“I want to create a world where everyone has equal access to resources and the ability to pursue their dreams. I hope to help create a world that emphasizes the importance of collaboration, inclusivity, and respect for different perspectives. I want a world where race, age, gender, social class, or background aren’t barriers to opportunity.”
“I hope that The Liberation Foundation helps close the door to recidivism and becomes a platform for men and women to highlight what true “Reform” looks like.”
“I spent almost 10 years as a K12 educator, first as a teacher, then an instructional coach, a career academy leader, and a principal-in-training. No matter whether I worked in a private school, public school, or district office, I was constantly confronting systems bound by constraints and bureaucracy. Finally, after years of trying to implement change from within, I realized I could help more students and affect greater systemic change outside of the system.”
“I hope Poder Capital will transform the way BIPOC communities access capital and build wealth in the present and generations to come. I hope we play a role in undoing centuries of exclusion from the financial system.”