Those of us who were lucky to have someone see something in us long before we saw it in ourselves know how impactful it can be. We are thrilled to highlight some of those stories and honor some of the OG heroes.
Ciarrah Fittro
My fiancé and my team have truly shaped me into the business owner I am today. From the very beginning, they believed in me, pushed me, and supported me through both the highs and the lows of starting a business. I’ll admit—I didn’t believe in myself at first, and I never imagined I could actually do it. Starting a business is not easy. Read more>>
Charlea Thomas
Without a doubt, my grandmother, Blanche. She saw me clearly long before I could see myself. She carried a wisdom and strength that always reminded me of who I was and who I could become. Even in moments when I doubted myself or couldn’t fully recognize my own potential, she spoke life into me and affirmed that I was capable of more than I imagined. Read more>>
Chillin Chillin
The person who saw me before I even seen myself was my mother , she always believed in me & been there for me every step of the time regardless if I was right or wrong. Read more>>
Selah Watson
I would have to say from birth my mom saw the princess and amazing light I was before I could even see myself as a princess. She knew how special I was and wanted to share my smile and light to the world through social media. Read more>>
Monet Wright
My husband. My best friend. My cheerleader. Before I truly recognized my own brilliance, purpose, and resilience, he saw it—clearly, consistently, and without hesitation. He believed in my vision when it was just a whisper, cheered for me when the wins were quiet, and held up a mirror that reflected not only who I was, but who I was becoming. Read more>>
JESSICA SALIS HOWE
I truly believe my parents saw me—the real me—long before I had the words or awareness to see myself clearly. They seemed to instinctively recognize the qualities that made me who I am, even when those parts were still just beginning to take shape. Read more>>
