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Sharmin Prince is committed to helping others reach their full potential. What’s your story? I am Sharmin Prince, a woman who has persevered through many hardships, yet still has an optimistic view of the future. I am not afraid to take risks or fail, and I am deeply passionate about …

A love of farming has given Chenequa Strickland the opportunity to create a herbal business. What’s your story? I’ve always been into farming so I dedicated the last 17 years to farming things such as winter wheat, hay grazer and milo. I wanted a better way to help people from …

Griffin Graham’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life of disenfranchised people has led to the formation of a community resource. What’s your story? I grew up in Brooklyn, New York in an impoverished and abusive home environment and in a community where I witnessed devastating trauma. Rather than be …

Deb Chisholm has taken a childhood belief that everyone should be included and turned it into a business empowering people. What’s your story? My story begins on the playground of my elementary school. I was the kid who made sure everyone got to play in a game. I didn’t want …

As a music producer, Futch should have been devastated by the advent of streaming, instead he saw it as a challenge which he continues to face. What’s your story? I’ve been a music producer since 1991 and have taught music production and sound recording since 1994. I help music makers …

Bracha Goetz produces picture books to benefit all ages. What’s your story? I write the books I wished for as a child. My picture books explain life’s deepest concepts in a clear and joyful way. This way children can gain the skills to live joyfully early on – so they …

Cathy Nesbitt environmental beliefs led her to start a worm business but her major focus now is improving people’s lives through laughter. What’s your story? I am a Health and Wellness Advocate. Founder of Cathy’s Crawly Composters (est 2002), Cathy’s Sprouters and Cathy’s Laughter Club. I am a multi award-winning …

After becoming a successful author, Dylan Quarles has made the transition to publishing. What’s your story? I am an award winning, bestselling author with over 100,000 readers worldwide. My fans will tell you that I write fast-paced page-turners with engaging characters and action packed set-pieces. For me though, it’s all …

Determined that the world would be a better place with better leadership, Zachary Hoffman has designed a programme to inspire the leaders of the future. What’s your story? I am an Italian/American bi-lingual dual-citizen, effective leadership developer, award-winning author, international relations enthusiast, and former professional American football player. Originally from …

Profoundly affected by witnessing the horror of 9/11, Rick DellaRatta has combined his musical skills and his determination to provoke change. What’s your story? Jazz for Peace™ rose from the ashes of the horrifying tragedy of 9/11 starting with a poem that was written by me while witnessing those very …