I am so honored to have been named a finalist for the San Fernando Valley Business Journal Women’s Leadership Awards. I was the only 18-year-old to be recognized and I am humbled as this can inspire other young girls to make a difference even if they feel they are not old enough. I cannot wait to meet the other women nominated and learn how to open opportunities for women to take on leadership roles, mentorship, and balance work/life. I am excited to implement these new lessons into uplifting other young women through Soaring Samaritans Youth Movement and SOAR Jewels.