I was born and raised in Chicago, the Windy City, more than 2,000 miles away from San Diego. Growing up in Chicago, I was shaped by the city’s unique energy, resilience, and diverse culture. However,…

  TJ Harris is the visionary leader and CEO of Jouéur Inc., a dedicated leader committed to generational change through transformative leadership and confidence building. With a passion for empowering underrepresented young adults, TJ strategically…

  I’m a second-generation American raised behind the counter of her parent’s Thai restaurant. Food, identity, and community have always been interconnected for me. I believe thriving small businesses make up vibrant communities, which is…

  I am an entrepreneur in the service based industry space. I use profits from my businesses to invest into real estate (currently own $3 million) and teach others how to do it.    …

I am a community leader in Babondo Community in San Diego. I am organized and I run community events. I am the founder of Kupanda Kids a non profit organization that provides tutoring and mentoring…

  Karla Sanchez is a California native who grew up in Inglewood, California and graduated from California State University, Long Beach, with a BS in Civil Engineering. Karla has a passion for helping to build…

  Emily Moberly was teaching high school English in Honduras when she first realized that not all children grow up with access to books or a love for reading. By helping her students discover the…