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“I was very intimidated by my business idea for many, many years.”

Anke Bodack,
Founder of Twelve Senses Retreat


“My first mistake: Attempting to be the adaptable photographer by believing whatever the brand’s style was, I could execute it.”

Arianna Litrenta,

Founder of Sunflower Creative Co.

“Since I always put the effort into building a network, I haven’t really had to pitch anything.”

Andrew Willie,

Photographer and Content Creator

“I was very intimidated by my business idea for many, many years.”
Anke Bodack,
Founder of Twelve Senses Retreat


“Sometimes, sponsoring or attending an event is not going to be dollar for dollar; there’s so much value in just being there and who you are going to meet. ”

Meagan Ayres-Elieff & Meghan Fialkoff,

Founders of Modern Day Wife

“I never take for granted that my career is my passion and my passion is my career. It is an honor to be an example of someone living their dream and funding a life through your passions!” 

Crystal Alysia,

Founder & Owner of

LA Roller Girls Entertainment

“I realized that I was making an impression on young girls in particular, and be a role model, whether I would like it or not.”

Elisa Donovan,

Actress & Author

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