STREAT BEAT: ‘What are you giving thanks for this year?’

Martha Valenzuela

Los Angeles

“Sharing space and place with like-minded people that are in the industry I am passionate about working in.”

Melvin Price

Los Angeles

“To be able to bring a voice to those who are otherwise ignored and to be able to uplift my community in a manner that people will always be able to recognize.”

Chanel Hamilton

Riverside

“For all the mentors that I have. Being surrounded by strong women who are leading the way being trailblazers.”  

Marnie Frezza

Portland

“My two daughters and the time I get to spend with them and my family. … I’m a single mom, so all those things are important.” 

Compiled by Cynthia Gibson at the Proud Bird, Westchester.