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Was there a specific moment or experience that inspired you to become a writer in the disability space? In May 2021, my son was diagnosed with epilepsy and my world crumbled.  I was forced to take a hard look at my life. On the one hand, I was worried about paying raging health bills, on the other I was desperate to keep a part of my old life as co-founder and manager of Lara Guide Dog School, and my mental health in one piece.  Starting my own business was a leap of faith in

Let’s start at the beginning – Where did you grow up, and how did your environment shape the way you see opportunity, ambition, or limitations?  I was born in a village in northern India where the birth of a girl is still not celebrated. I was told that when I was born, my grandmother and her family didn’t even come to the hospital to see me. My mother is a homemaker and my father is the sole earner for our family of eight. My sister and I attended government schools (regiona

How would you describe yourself, both personally and professionally? I like to say I’m a movement maker, a rule breaker, and the Chief Troublemaker. But I’m also a partner, sister, daughter, girlfriend, mother, and grandmother. All of these roles shape who I am and how I lead. At my core, I build spaces where everyone feels welcome, seen, and heard. I’ve always believed in possibility over permission and progress over perfection. I’m naturally positive, proactive in how I sh

Unleashing the Entrepreneurial Superpowers of Your Multicultural Identity

In a world that's just full of noise and competition, there's one thing that really stands out: A Message to Believe In. But this isn't about the usual ads or marketing tricks. It's all about creating a rallying cry that connects with everyone, not just one person.

By Charlotte Howard Collins What sets successful women entrepreneurs apart from the rest? It’s not just their drive or ambition—it’s...

What is The Secret Burden and what do you hope to accomplish? The Secret Burden is a non-profit charity providing eating disorder and mental health support, education, and awareness based on lived experience. Our big vision is to big able to find our short film and take it on the road to raise awareness about eating disorders and eventually how a transitional wellness house. We started The Secret Burden to start the conversation, challenge the stigma and create change in the