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.