Allison Clift-Jennings
Many people before you paved the way for you; what are you going to do to pave the way for others? Power in living your truth FAVORITE DISH: An authentic burrito from the mission in SF. A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION: Previous company founders I’ve worked for who never gave up their humanity to realize their […]
Angela Ruggiero
One thing I love about being an entrepreneur is that you’re envisioning something that doesn’t exist, so you take a bet on that vision and yourself all along the way. Sports are no longer just fun and games EARLIEST ENTREPRENEURIAL MEMORY: Sold candy in the 1st grade for a 100% mark up. A SOURCE OF […]
Breanne Acio
A lot of the tips and how-to’s just didn’t work the same for me, and weren’t built for founders like me. Creating community & connections with the outdoor world SOMEONE I ADMIRE: Arlan Hamilton, Margaret Sanger, and Alice Paul. IF I WERE STRANDED ON A DESERT ISLAND AND COULD TAKE 3 THINGS: A solar charger, […]
Christian Angermayer
You’re at risk of getting lost if you’re pulled in too many directions. The most important truth is to be true to yourself. Finding success in forging a path of upsides DARE TO LIVE. Christian Angermayer and the investment firm he founded, Apeiron Investment Group, have their fingers on the leading edges of technology—with a […]
Dax Dasilva
When you’re a leader, you have to build a culture that’s not just resilient, but that focuses on the power of perseverance in order to navigate the highs and lows for yourself and your team. Having faith in creating systems to help others thrive FAVORITE DISH: Vegetarian Lasagna or vegetarian pizza. A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION: […]
Geng Le
We now have the government singing our accolades and trying to partner with us on making a public health impact on the gay community. From one man to 70 million+ EARLIEST ENTREPRENEURIAL MEMORY: Over 20 years ago, when I was still a closeted policeman, I set up Danlan, one of China’s first online forum for […]
Irma Olguin, Jr.
Always be your whole self and represent exactly who you are. Igniting a tech tidal wave A QUALITY ABOUT A PERSON THAT CATCHES MY ATTENTION: Their teeth. WHAT DO I DO WHEN I’M STRESSED: Stare at the sky. PEOPLE DON’T KNOW: I don’t like to take naps. A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION: My mom, of course. […]
Jessica Bussert
Some people look at me and they see a transgender person but I’m so much more than that. I’m a wife, a mother, an inventor, a caregiver, a business owner…I’m an ordinary and extraordinary human being who just happens to be transgender. Creating a new wave of comfort and health WHAT TIME I USUALLY GET […]
Julie Uhrman
There’s this untapped energy and excitement around women’s sports that’s unmatched but too often ignored. Building a women’s professional soccer club in L.A. BELIEVING IN ANGELS. Julie Uhrman is a member of a team of angels – athletes, celebrities, actresses, and philanthropists – who share the goal of bringing a new professional women’s soccer team […]
Koh Kim
The intersections between the gaming world and the beauty world are razor thin and thereby sharp and interact so beautifully. Bringing skin care to the forefront of the gaming generation SOMETHING PEOPLE DON’T USUALLY KNOW ABOUT ME: I’m a classic introvert. People think I’m really intimidating and cold. In reality, I’m just really anxious and […]