“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.”

“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!”

“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.”

“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.“

“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 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 hope [GACHEP] will be the start of a transformation in the way that we approach people who have committed crimes. Education is essential in this world and I believe that if this fact is supported the most, we can create interventions at different points of peoples’ lives and create pathways to success for all.”

“[Black Girls Film Camp] is cultivating the next generation of Black girl storytellers who will shift the narratives that have been culturally and historically limited.”

“The legacy I hope to leave behind is to see Black men have opportunities to lead in the transformation of our public school system while also owning homes in the neighborhoods where these schools exist so that they are not impacted by gentrification when it shows up in their communities, but can instead tell a story of "re-intrification" and how they decided to return to the places where they came from after college to transform it from the inside out.”

“As a founder, what I enjoy most is the ability to bring my vision to life freely and in collaboration with young people and educators. It's about having the autonomy to directly challenge and transform the systemic issues I encountered during my time as a teacher and administrator, and co-create solutions with those most impacted by inequity in schools.”

“I do this work because it is deeply personal. It is what I wish was in place for my parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents. It is what I wish for my children and for all children.”

“What I enjoy most about being a founder is the freedom to create, to change course, and to dream big.”

“I love sharing about the changing world with today’s youth and creating a space for curious kids who love to explore and make a difference in their community.“

“I believe that Cohort Sistas will be able to not only help increase the number and percentage of Black women and non-binary scholars who complete doctoral degrees, but will also empower more scholars to utilize their academic and professional skills post-doctoral degree to change the world in significant ways.”