“I resolved to solve the problems of travel scams by bringing honest, trustworthy and credible information on tourist destinations.”
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Chioma Madueke: Study Abroad for African Students
“I define a successful woman not as a woman who ‘has it all’ but as a woman who has been able to have a bit of everything.”
Kaveri Vij: A Wedding Planner Finds Happiness As An Entrepreneur
“Making a difference in someone’s life and making them happy defines success for me.”
Siddhi Nawani: Event Planning Gets a Personal Touch
“There are many ways to be successful, but very few ways to be satisfied.”
Marina Nani: A Home Away From Home
“I do not teach anything new, as I believe each one of us knows too much already, but I inspire people to be more in this lifetime.”
Debora Balardini of PUNTO: An Artist Creates a Multi-Use Event and Performance Space in the Heart of NYC
“The main goal for PUNTO Space is to remain a multi-functional venue that is a creative haven for a multitude of private events, art happenings and performances.”
Eva Niewiadomski of Catalyst Ranch: Chicago’s Most Unique Venue for Meetings and Events
“I realized that this was my one and only opportunity to take that money and pursue a passion that I had, which was improving the physical environments in which people work.”
Ashley Espinal of Dulce Dreams Events: Enjoy the Process of Planning Your Big Day
“So many people have this idea of what their dream day is going to look like but don’t understand what that journey is going to be like when the planning process begins.”
Audrey Ooi of Tasty Tours: Explore the Sweeter Side of Toronto with Foodie Walking Tours
“I get to share my adopted home of Toronto with tourists while introducing them to great bakeries, chocolate shops & more!”
Anelia Andonova of Pearls, Diamonds and Satin Events: An Immigrant Entrepreneur Creates Elegant Personalized Event Design
“I realized that I must do this for myself and for the financial welfare of my family.”
Elaine Hamilton of Dundream: A Luxury Eco-Holiday Retreat in Scotland
“The ethos of the Dundream brand is to stimulate well being, balance and harmony for guests to relax and enjoy the beautiful unspoiled countryside.”
Ruth Santiago of Plan Ahead Events – Montgomery County: Strategies and Solutions for Your Organizations Next Event
“To me success is knowing that at the end of the day you have made a difference.”
Julia Warren of Celebrate! RVA: Giving Children the Birthday Parties They Deserve
“Age shouldn’t be an issue in our field, but it is. There is a stigma that young social entrepreneurs are just trying to bulk up their college resume or job resume.”
Nadine Zrinzo of Bright Conferences: Producing Conferences for the Love of Learning
“I believe that everyone has something to teach you about life and how to be happy – all you need to do is listen.”
Nikki Danger of Out Abroad: A Virtual Hub for Lesbian Travelers
“I’m carving out a space in a male dominated industry, challenging the media norm and messaging.”