Spotlights
These are the career stories of diverse individuals working in a variety of careers. Watch or read about what inspired them to pursue their career, what they were like growing up, what they love most about their career and more!
“One of my biggest motivators is setting a pipeline for women, specifically minorities, letting them know that the tech field is booming and we need to be apart of it.”
Born and raised in Richmond, CA, Aurora Diaz grew up in a humble household where she would soon become the first person in her family to pursue a higher education. Growing up, she was very outspoken and outgoing which played towards her advantage as she spearheaded her marketing career. Guided by her personal interest in beauty, Aurora is currently the Marketing Development Specialist for Musely, a free beauty…
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Growing up, Katherine Hernandez Miller stopped in Hot Topic stores to browse their CD selection and get music recommendations from the staff. Now, Katherine has gone from being a customer at the music and pop culture retail chain to working for them as the company’s social media manager. Overseeing the brand’s social media platforms, Katherine spends her time brainstorming creative and fun ways to engage with and grow Hot Topic and its sister stores’ online following. Using apps like Snapchat and Instagram, Katherine is the woman behind the posts Hot Topic fans like and share.
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Watch and listen Interview with Milan, Founder of Prevail Boxing: Founder Files with Alexa.
Gladeo League reporter Katelyn Torres interviews Brandi about her career as a lactation consultant at West Oakland Health. She shares her passion and motivation for why she helps women breastfeed.
Gladeo reporter Courtney Echerd interviews Vikki about her career as Director of Business Affairs at Omaze and how she got to where she is today.
Watch and listen Interview with Natasha, Co-founder of Coolhaus: Founder Files with Alexa.