After immigrating to America with nothing, my family built a life through hard work and determination. My single mother started by cleaning houses, learned English, and—with support from my grandmother—opened a thriving spa and salon business.
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Following college with a business degree, I managed the family business, earned my Esthetics License, and consulted on business improvement and customer service. I also coached high school varsity soccer to give back to the community.
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When I started my own family, I chose to be a present father—the kind of dad I didn’t have growing up. This led me to a role as Vice President of Sales and Technical Training with a Canadian product manufacturer that allowed me to work from home while traveling internationally for conferences.
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Our story reflects the power of family resilience, education, entrepreneurship, and the opportunities America provides.