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As a former foster youth turned attorney, advocate, and policy expert, Brigette Jolliet is breaking stereotypes and proving that foster kids have the resilience, skills, and drive to succeed. In our latest podcast episode, Brigitte tackles the biggest misconceptions about foster youth and shares how her journey, from child advocacy to Capitol Hill to personal injury law, shaped her mission to uplift others. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation! Link in bio to listen. 🎧 #fosteryouth #immigrantstories #careersuccess #womeninlaw

From Foster Care to the Courtroom: How Brigitte Jolliet Overcame Adversity, Escaped Trafficking, and Became a Fierce Advocate for Justice. #transformation #growth hashtag#leadership #attorney#immigrantstories

From Foster Care to the Courtroom: How Brigitte Jolliet Defied the Odds to Become a Fierce Advocate for Justice.

From Trinidad & Tobago to leading global marketing at Nike and Jordan, Micha Cooper-Edwards built a powerhouse career, then took a bold leap into entrepreneurship. As CEO of Soleil Space, she’s breaking Hollywood’s barriers, empowering indie filmmakers to own their work and reclaim their narratives. In this episode, she spills the hard truths about gatekeeping, the power of distribution, and the lessons she learned transitioning from corporate to building a global platform for underrepresented voices. Listen now. Link in bio! 🎙️🔥 #immigrantstories #careeradvancement #soleilspace #indiefilmmaker #indiefilm #diversityinfilm

Micha Cooper Edwards: Breaking Hollywood’s Barriers & Empowering Filmmakers

Born and raised in Trinidad & Tobago, Micha Cooper-Edwards built a powerhouse career in corporate America, leading global marketing for brands like Nike and Jordan before taking a bold leap into entrepreneurship. As the founder & CEO of Soleil Space, she’s on a mission to dismantle the systemic barriers that keep independent filmmakers especially creators of color from owning their work. In this upcoming episode, she reveals the hard truths about Hollywood’s gatekeeping, the power of controlling distribution, and how creatives can reclaim their narratives in an industry designed to keep them out. #entrepreneurship #immigrantstories #careeradvancement #gatekeeping

Your idea just made it to the big table but without your name attached. Sound familiar? For many first and second gen immigrant professionals, the unspoken rule growing up was: keep your head down, work hard, and your efforts will be recognized. But in the workplace, that’s not always how it plays out. Here’s how to reclaim your contributions without burning bridges: ✅ Document Everything: Keep a record of your proposals, emails, presentations, meeting notes, and drafts. Receipts matter. ✅ Speak Up Strategically: In your next meeting, casually reference “the strategy I proposed last month” or “the idea I brought up in our last discussion.” It signals ownership without confrontation. ✅ Find Allies: Build relationships with colleagues who can vouch for your contributions in rooms you’re not in. ✅ Own Your Narrative: Next time, don’t just share an idea, tie it to a larger initiative, volunteer to lead it, and make sure your name stays attached. ✅ Leverage Your Wins: If your idea was implemented successfully, use it as a talking point in performance reviews or when advocating for career growth. It’s not about credit for credit’s sake, it’s about ensuring your work propels your career forward. Have you ever had this happen to you? How did you handle it? #careergrowth #firstgen #leadershipdevelopment

Meet Farah Allen, a Jamaican-American tech powerhouse and CEO of The Labz, who’s redefining digital innovation with partnerships alongside Google, Microsoft, and Delta Airlines. 🚀 From her Jamaican roots to breaking barriers as a Black woman in tech, Farah shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, the bold risks she took, and the resilience that fueled her success. She dives into the setbacks that shaped her, the strategy behind landing major partnerships, and her mission to uplift underrepresented voices in tech. If you’re an immigrant, entrepreneur, or future innovator, this conversation is packed with gems you won’t want to miss! Link in our bio for the full episode. #techinnovation #womenintech #entrepreneurship #womanowned #womanownedbusiness #blackowned #womeninbusiness

Repost via @amplifyafrica Dive deep with @lupitanyongo and #trevornoah as they unpack their journeys of #identity, #heritage, and staying true to self on the latest episode of What Now Podcast. These two icons share the #laughs, #lessons, and layers that make them who they are. 📽️: @spotifyafrica 🎙️🌐 #fyp #amplifyafrica #WhatNow #LupitaNyongo #TrevorNoah #Identity #GlobalVoices #ListenNow

Meet Victoria Tollossa, Grammy-nominated songwriter turned branding powerhouse. From facing homelessness as a first gen immigrant to founding Illume, a personal branding agency, her journey is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention. In this episode, she shares how storytelling shaped her success, why first gen professionals must embrace visibility, and how to stand out in 2025’s digital landscape. Don’t miss this deep dive into branding, identity, and building impact. 🎙 Link in our bio to listen to the full episode! #personalbranding #immigrantstories #careeradvancement #firstgen #firstgensuccess

From Homeless to CEO – Victoria Tollossa’s Journey from Songwriting to Personal Branding

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Victoria Tollossa m, the Founder and CEO of Illume, a personal branding agency helping entrepreneurs and executives amplify their impact. But Victoria’s path to success was anything but conventional.Born bi-racial and navigating cultural challenges, Victoria migrated to the U.S. in pursuit of opportunity, only to face homelessness. Despite the hardships, her passion for storytelling led her to a successful career as a professional songwriter, where she collaborated with top artists in the music industry. But a pivotal moment inspired her to shift gears, leveraging her expertise in branding, messaging, and storytelling to build a business of her own.The Grammy-nominated, branding expert and two-time founder, Victoria shares how her cultural background, industry experience, and resilience shaped her entrepreneurial journey. We discuss personal branding in 2025, why first-gen immigrants should embrace visibility, and strategies to stand out in a crowded digital world.If you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or someone looking to redefine your career, this episode is a masterclass in reinvention, resilience, and the power of personal storytelling #personalbranding #immigrantstories #careeradvancement #entrepreneur

As the founder of @AllPeeP_, D’Angelo Senat is reshaping how communities connect and thrive online by challenging the limitations of traditional social platforms. He shared how growing up in a Haitian household in Broward County, Florida, instilled in him the values of perseverance and community. Watching his parents work tirelessly to sustain their businesses despite a lack of resources taught him the importance of mentorship and collaboration. He credits moments of adversity, like navigating depression and financial uncertainty, as pivotal in shaping his mission to empower others. Reflecting on winning the Black Ambition Prize, a program founded by Pharrell Williams. D’Angelo described how it gave him not only capital but access to mentors and a global network that continues to pay dividends. This milestone propelled him to further achievements, including securing pre-seed funding and joining the Harvard Innovation Labs. Tune in for an intimate and uplifting conversation about breaking barriers, leading by example, and building a legacy of impact. Link in our bio! #myjourney #immigrantstories #beinghaitian #communityfirst

Anybody else get the post-lunch slump? 🥱 #corporatelife #corporateamerica #corporatememes

You’re in the room for a reason. 💡 Embrace your worth, own your voice, and remember, you’re enough. Illiana Acosta’s empowering message is a powerful reminder for anyone overcoming imposter syndrome. 🌟✨