It is hard not to be energized when you are around, Vera Moore, President & CEO of Vera Moore Cosmetics. Vera shares her trailblazer journey of being one of the first black actreses in a family on a soap opera. Embracing her entrepreneurial spirit during this time, she recognized that there was a void in the market for quality cosmetic products for women of color and she launched Vera Moore Cosmetics. Vera further shares her powerful messages of having tenacity and audacity.

Being of service is a core value to Rick Peck, Head of New Hampshire Charitable Foundation's Philanthropy and Donor Services Team. During the pandemic, he and his colleagues found various ways to stay connected with the Foundation's clients and donors. Rick's team aligned to attract more funding to enable the non-profits that they serve to fulfill their respective missions. It is inspiring to hear Rick's story about how strangers have come together during the pandemic to help one another and make a positive impact. Being focused on doing "good work" has made the difference for the community!

Without having any formal business classes or training, Chris Vaglio, CEO of Rock It Growth Agency, founded his first company. He shares his journey and the lessons he learned along the way. Surrounding himself with supportive mentors, educating himself on business principles and reading books about entrepreneurship have been critical to Chris' success. Chris also shares one of his favorite videos with a well-know singer. Watch to find out who!

Anticipating change and being proactive are Sima Ali's approaches to being resilient. Sima inspires us to embrace change and to not be afraid. When you are changing, you are growing and becoming more relevant. Sima supports her clients in being proactive vs. reactive in putting in place employee and workplace policies and procedures to keep businesses moving forward and to be compliant.