A: I’m passionate about vitality, aging healthy, business, fitness, immunity, longevity, nutrition, and skincare.
I’m a senior brand partner of Nu Skin Enterprises.
I found this passion [vitality, longevity, aging healthy, etc.] out of my love for my parents, when I was four years old. I’ve been praying for the longevity of my parents since.
My family also runs a school cafeteria business.
Q: What were your younger years like?
A: I graduated from the oldest existing university in Asia, The University of Santo Tomas, with a bachelor’s degree in arts and behavioral science.
I come from a Christian family. I’ve learned that God loves the world [so much] that He gave up His only begotten Son so that whoever believes in HIM shall not perish but have eternal life.
Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?
A: My advice to people wanting to start their own business is to keep innovating.
Q: What does feminism mean to you?
A: Feminism means being a light to the world especially in my country, the Philippines.
“…your ability to care, listen, and create meaningful experiences is valuable.“
Q: What are you passionate about?
A: I’m deeply passionate about helping couples feel seen and understood on one of the most important days of their lives. As a wedding officiant, I don’t just show up and read a script—I take time to get to know each couple, their story, and what truly matters to them so their ceremony feels personal, intentional, and genuine.
I found this passion through my love for storytelling and connection. I’ve always been someone who values meaningful conversations and relationships, and officiating allows me to bring that into such a special space. There’s something incredibly powerful about standing with a couple in that moment and helping set the tone for their marriage, not just their wedding day.
Right now, I’m focused on growing my business, refining my process, and continuing to create ceremonies that people remember—not just for how they looked, but for how they felt.
Q: What were your younger years like?
A: My younger years really shaped my sense of responsibility and empathy. I grew up understanding the importance of being there for others, and that’s something that’s carried into my adult life in a big way.
I’ve always been someone who naturally takes on a supportive role—whether that was in my family, school, or relationships. That instinct to care for others and anticipate their needs is a huge part of what I do now as an officiant.
Those experiences taught me how to listen deeply, adapt to different people and situations, and show up in a calm, grounded way—especially during important or emotional moments.
Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?
A: Something I’ve learned is that meaningful work often comes from leaning into who you already are—not trying to become someone else.
For a long time, I think people feel like they need to fit a certain mold to be successful. But what has made the biggest difference for me is embracing the way I naturally connect with people and building something around that.
I’d want others to know that your ability to care, listen, and create meaningful experiences is valuable. Those aren’t “soft skills”—they’re powerful, and they can absolutely be the foundation of a business or career.
Q: What does feminism mean to you?
A: To me, feminism is about choice, autonomy, and the ability for women to define success on their own terms. It’s about supporting women in whatever path they choose—whether that’s building a business, raising a family, doing both, or something completely different.
There isn’t one “right” way to be a strong woman.
[Feminism] also means creating space for women to be taken seriously in their work, to be compensated fairly, and to feel confident owning their voice and expertise. At its core, it’s about respect—respecting women’s choices, their work, and their individuality.
MORE ABOUT REBECCA: I am from Joplin, Missouri, and serve the four-state area as an officiant.
Q and A with Amore from Bedfordview, Johannesburg, South Africa
“…women should be celebrated not tolerated.”
Q: What are you passionate about?
A: I’m passionate about fashion, especially bridal and evening wear.
In 2011, the Lord gave me a word to start my own business, and fast forward to 2026, I make matric dance [similar to prom] and wedding dresses for woman all over the world through my business Scarlett Red Boutique.
Q: What were your younger years like?
A: I was an au pair in USA after school, and I studied fashion design while I worked as an au pair [a young adult from a foreign country who lives with a host family]. Then I went to LISOF in South Africa and worked for Browns the Diamond Store, where I designed high end jewellery pieces and sold it to the South African market.
I am an only child.
I believe I am where I am today because of God.
Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?
A: Consistency is key, and never give up on your dreams.
If you can dream it, you can do it.
The world is your oyster.
Q: What does feminism mean to you?
A: I was a single mom for 12 years, and I gave up on love and then God stepped in, and I met my husband after all those years.
And now I get to do what I absolutely love.
It’s the rights of women that is important and valuable, and women should be celebrated not tolerated.
MORE ABOUT AMORE: I’m a mom. I have a 15 year old, and a 10 month old baby. And I also have my own online business called Life With Amore, which is an extra flow of income for my business.
“I took a leap of faith two years back, and today, I am living the life I want.”
Q: What are you passionate about?
A: I have been working remotely as a lead generation expert, appointment setter, and a supportive manager team lead with a seven-figure marketing agency. I’m passionate about the opportunities working from home, raising my kids, and being financially independent. I am grateful for the ability to serve people with my skills.
I lead a team of 20+ setters around the globe for a marketing agency, helping my clients in business strategies to upscale and manage stuff.
I started from scratch in this digital space being an engineer from NED and transformed into an online entrepreneur. Here’s a glimpse of my journey:
I am a mom of two, an engineer by education, and ranked on Google as the best appointment setter in Karachi, Pakistan. Back in 2021, when COVID hit, I had to close my clothing business. Then I moved into freelancing and started with content and script writing. I invested in myself and learned this skill and started working as an appointment setter, and now, as a supportive manager team lead with a seven-figure marketing agency, Alhamdulilah, along with teaching individuals this skill to get a remote job with 50% advance salary through my setter agency.
I’m a certified member of PAFLA, attended an event as a guest speaker, and recently, I was invited by FPCCI Karachi to speak about lead generation organically. I was featured by TOK, the no#1 digital channel of Karachi. Also, I have represented Pakistan in the international podcast various times. I have been elected as a Karachi Head of Change Makers Summit 2025. If you ask me how? I would say by consistently doing hard work and taking actions. If you want to learn more, you can message me directly on WhatsApp +92-333-3278862. [Also, see social media links and more below.]
Q: What were your younger years like?
A: I am an engineer because of my [formal] education [in my younger years] and an appointment setter by profession. I believe education is never a waste; although, I learned a lot through experience of being an engineer and working in the sales and marketing niche, but still, education has helped me in many ways. I have achieved so much in life through my remote job and personal brand that wouldn’t be possible if I was stuck in a 9-5 job. My family is my strength. It’s for them I juggle between home chores and work.
Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?
A: Taking the first step to invest in a valuable skill is important. I took a leap of faith two years back, and today, I am living the life I want.
Q: What does feminism mean to you?
A: Feminism is all about equality, equal rights, opportunities, and respect for all individuals regardless of gender.
Let’s connect! Comment below!
You can message me directly on WhatsApp +92-333-3278862.
Q and A with Emilee from Fayetteville, North Carolina (moving to Grand Junction, Colorado soon!)
“The data shows that the small changes add up to something huge and you never know what is waiting for you around the bend.”
Q: What are you passionate about?
A: I am passionate about data. I know, sounds weird, right? Well, growing up, I have always loved data and spreadsheets and numbers. (Can you tell I LOVED my statistics class? Lol.) I enjoy seeing how one little variable can have a HUGE impact. Even in our personal lives, small changes can have big outcomes. So, when I saw that a single subject line or where the button sits in an email can change the conversion rate…I said count me in! So, now I own my own business, Emailing with Emilee, where I handle the tech and automations for other service providers so they can find success in emailing.
Q: What were your younger years like?
A: I grew up in a single parent household. My parents separated before I was born and were officially divorced before I turned one. We lived below the poverty line most of the time.
My mom was a teaching assistant and her income was enough to eat or keep the lights on, but not both. We did get to live with my grandparents for awhile, which was great. My grandma was truly my best friend. I bowled from the time I was four years old until I as 18; it was my favorite sport and is still so fun to play because again, one small step to the left or right can determine if you get a strike or not.
In high school, I joined marching band, and my band family saved me more times than I can count. Due to a lot of family troubles and bullying, I developed depression and my band family kept me alive until I had a reason to live and that reason was born when I was just 15.
My niece is the one who saved me, ultimately, because I always wondered how they would tell her and I never wanted that to happen. I am here because of her. I also escaped domestic violence, which occurred between the ages of 16 to 18. I got lucky and made it out so that I could be with the wonderful man I am with today and have my beautiful God-loving family.
When I hit college, I changed my major three times until, finally, I was going to drop out because nothing sounded good. My counselor told me I needed one more semester to get my business administration degree, so I said, “Why the f*** not?” I got that degree and decided to start my own business so I could stay home and watch my babies grow up.
Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?
A: Something I have learned is that you are one small change away from something big. When you feel like you have given it your all, or something isn’t meant for you, PIVOT (as Ross would say). The data shows that the small changes add up to something huge and you never know what is waiting for you around the bend.
Q: What does feminism mean to you?
A: To me, feminism means the ability to make a choice and be respected for it. To not have to justify my personal liberties. I believe all women should be able to take up space, be loud and proud, and to do what they love. If you love being a housewife and honoring your husband, AWESOME. If you love fighting the man and being independent, AWESOME. Feminism is not being forced into any single category.
MORE FROM EMILEE: I am the most hockey obsessed person you will meet. You can catch me at the rink, watching the game, or playing floor hockey with my boys. I love the cold and curling up on the couch with my laptop and blanket. Stay cozy friends! 🧣☕
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