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Cooking, Culture, and Community - Selina S. Lee @selina.s.lee
Cooking and food often are ways of bringing community together, and this is absolutely the case for Selina Lee. Read below to learn about Selina's journey through cooking and how she brings her culture to the table. What made you curious about the food industry? My interest in food and cooking began when I started my own family. At first, I wasn’t a good cook, and I didn’t enjoy it. But I wanted to find a way to learn and actually like cooking. So I taught myself little by li

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From Dreams to Dessert - Roxy Hui @cafe_de_roxy
What did you want to be growing up? For Roxy Hui, baking was a dream job of hers. Read below to learn how Roxy brought these dreams to life through Cafe de Roxy! What made you curious about the baking business? Many people told me I should sell my desserts, and I have always wanted to open my own dessert shop since I was little. So now I’m just trying to make that childhood dream come true. What is something about the food industry that you think more people should know about
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Bringing Out Inner Beauty - Ann Paris @delaparisbeauty
What makes you feel beautiful? Makeup is often an answer for many, with its ability to boost confidence and inspire creativity. Ann Paris of Dela Paris Beauty uses makeup to bring out her clients' inner beauty on their special day. Keep reading to learn about Ann's story, makeup tips, and Dela Paris Beauty. What made you curious about the beauty industry? I first started playing with makeup when I was enrolled in Filipino Folk Dance at 9 years old! We needed to learn how to p

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Oct 205 min read
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Crafting Shared Joy With Every Bite - Emily @bloom_bagels
Whether it's a home cooked meal or a decadent feast outside, food is often a love language. Emily of Bloom Bagels works to ensure that every bite from her bagel shop is filled with care. Read below to learn about Emily's journey through running a brick and mortar! What made you curious about the bagel business? For as long as I remember, I’ve always enjoyed making people happy with food or drinks, even though I was horrible in the kitchen. I remember making my sister barf whe

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Oct 168 min read
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Finding My Flavor & Having Fun - Jessica Banh @officialfancyflavors
Who doesn't love a little sweet treat? From a quick pick-me-up to indulgence and decadence, desserts have a unique way of bringing delight to anyone's day. Jessica Banh of Official Fancy Flavors creates joyful moments through her wide selection of confections. Keep reading to learn about her journey through the culinary industry! What is something about the confections/culinary business that you think more people should know about? We actually don’t eat as many desserts and

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Oct 37 min read
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Forging Community Through Fragrance - Thuy Ha @shopflorra
Wellness is found in a variety of forms. From meditation to mindfulness, there are countless ways to practice wellness in your daily...

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Sep 265 min read
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Alexandra Wong, Product Manager, Creator Team at YouTube
Meet Alexandra, who recently stepped into her new role as Product Manager at YouTube. She shares how the guidance and example of inspiring women leaders have shaped her journey. From rolling up her sleeves to help teams succeed to embracing her full, extroverted self, she shows that growth comes from curiosity, courage, and staying true to who you are.

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Sep 229 min read
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Brittany Burnett, Customer Success Manager at Zappi
Meet Brittany, a Customer Success Manager at Zappi who’s all about turning pivots into progress. She’s gone from marketing to tech sales...

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Sep 85 min read
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Creating Connections Through Cats - Christine and Ailee @nabicatcafe
Where do you go to unwind? For many, caf é -hopping has grown as a popular hobby of sorts. Some caf és boast exclusive drinks, while...

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Jul 248 min read
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Celebrating Culture Through Creativity - Miranda @mandosbakeshop
Art has long been a powerful tool for storytelling, activism, and preserving culture. In a world increasingly shaped by digital media,...

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Jul 185 min read
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Inspiring Self-Love Through Skincare - Christine Choi @soulglow.esthetics
How do you practice self love? For many, skincare is a form of loving and caring for oneself. And at Soulglow Eshetics, skincare and self...

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Jul 24 min read
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Empowering Women Through Wearables - Jina Shin @Dokb.Studio
For many women, clothing is an extension of oneself and a form of self expression. This concept inspired Jina Shin, owner of Dokb Studio,...

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Jun 235 min read
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Jennifer Sun, Strategic Planning Senior Associate at YouTube
Meet Jennifer, a Strategy & Operations professional at YouTube who's all about figuring things out. From data crunching to big-picture planning, she trusts her guts and leans into the unknown. Whether she’s diving into ambiguous business problems or prepping for her next big adventure (hello, MBA!), Jennifer shows that growth happens when you push yourself a little and don't take it too seriously. Her story is a great reminder to stay curious and keep experimenting.

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Jun 214 min read
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Building Trust Through Beauty - Ly Tran & Sachie Peng @S & L Hair Studio
For many women, investing time and money to get their hair done is a sacred self-care ritual. Ly Tran and Sachie Peng, owners of S & L...

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Feb 193 min read
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Coffee & Community for a Cause - Jaden Zhao @JiarenCafe
At the intersection of community, female empowerment, and delicious tea and coffee, you'll find Jiaren Cafe. Founded by Jaden Zhao,...

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Feb 13 min read
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Crafting Life Through Bright Moments - Karen Ver Trinidad @BrightMomentsSF
Bright Moments, founded by Filipina American entrepreneur Karen Ver Trinidad, is a floral business committed to sustainability and inclusivi

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Sep 12, 20244 min read
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Inspiring "Aha" Moments Through The Enneagram - Jennifer Rhee @Sunlit.Enneagram
Jennifer Rhee of Sunlit Enneagram guides you toward those transformative "Aha!" moments through the Enneagram framework.

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Aug 29, 20245 min read
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The Love of Letterpress - Sherry Lam @SherrysPalette
Sherry Lam creates letterpress art that reflects both her creativity and culture.

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Aug 15, 20243 min read
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Healing My Inner Child Through Jewelry - Cindy Siu @AstridCoJewelry
Cindy Siu gives her clients permanent glamour through Astrid Co, her permanent jewelry biz. Get inspired by her creative journey!

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Apr 18, 20243 min read
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