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#131 Zaka Presents My Journey Mischka Crichton

Zaka Presents: My Journey - April 25, 2024 17:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Mischka Crichton, CEO of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, as she shares her journey from Deloitte to leading North America's largest attended event. Discover how her cultural heritage and lessons from her immigrant family inspired her to defy conventiona...

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#130 Zaka Presents My Journey Jean D Pierre

Zaka Presents: My Journey - April 18, 2024 12:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Jean D. Pierre, the Executive Vice President and Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Community Health of South Florida Inc., educates us on the diverse career paths within social work and the strategic advantages of social work certification. Jean emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the Li...

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#129 Zaka Presents My Journey Sandie Bonwinkor

Zaka Presents: My Journey - April 12, 2024 02:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Liberian-American Sandie Bonwinkor's story embodies resilience and adaptability. Raised by a single mother in the US, Sandie learned the value of hard work and perseverance early on, driving her to achieve success. Her profound understanding of Gen Z dynamics, coupled with her corporate experien...

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#128 Zaka Presents My Journey Christian McKenzie

Zaka Presents: My Journey - April 04, 2024 13:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Christian McKenzie shares her inspiring journey from navigating the challenges of growing up in an immigrant household to carving a path in the world of venture capital. Starting as a retail buyer for Macy's, Christian's passion for supporting founders propelled her into venture capital, driven ...

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#127 Zaka Presents My Journey Jaylah Sandoval

Zaka Presents: My Journey - March 28, 2024 14:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
On Air Personality, Jaylah Sandoval, followed her passion to work in a field that she loves and can still be able to inspire and motivate others. As a Costa Rican and Salvadorian, she speaks about being a Latina  in her industry and the challenges and perseverance it took  to break into the ente...

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#126 Zaka Presents My Journey Neelu Kaur

Zaka Presents: My Journey - March 21, 2024 12:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Born in India and raised in the US, Neelu Kaur  shares her immigrant story. She moved with her parents at a young age with only $75. As an Executive Leader Coach, Speaker, and Author, she grew up in a traditional Indian culture that valued the collective "we" over the individualistic "I". Advoca...

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#125 Zaka Presents My Journey Lester Moses

Zaka Presents: My Journey - March 14, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Meet Lester Moses, a Senior Customer Solutions Manager (CSM) supporting the Salesforce.com account at AWS. In his current role, he is responsible for building trust and serving as a key advisor for Salesforce. Leveraging his expertise in program management, technical skills, organizational acume...

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#124 Zaka Presents My Journey Danica S. Nelson

Zaka Presents: My Journey - March 07, 2024 14:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Danica S. Nelson, an award-winning marketer with over 10 years of experience, transitioned from her roles at TELUS and Shopify to become a successful content creator, teaching people how to make and manage money. Born to Jamaican parents, Danica shares insights into her journey—from corporate pr...

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#123 Zaka Presents My Journey Aaron Padin

Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 29, 2024 18:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Award-Winning  Design Director and former Head of Art and Design at J. Walter Thompson Worldwide, Aaron Padin unveils the untold stories behind his iconic projects, revealing how his unique cultural journey influenced his approach to design and branding. From the pulsating energy of NYC streets ...

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#122 Zaka Presents My Journey Bryan Wooden

Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 22, 2024 14:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Bryan Wooden shares his extraordinary life story on the latest episode. From growing up in a Bahamian and Dominican household to becoming a successful entrepreneur, Bryan's cultural background has been a driving force in his life. Learn about the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to DEI l...

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#121 Zaka Presents My Journey Adriene Bueno

Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 15, 2024 17:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Adriene Bueno is a trailblazing Latina excelling in the sports industry. With over a decade of experience, Adriene has left an indelible mark on major brands like the NBA, Adidas, LA Clippers, Electronic Arts. On top of that she is also the Founder of Baller Careers, guiding business professiona...

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#121 Zaka Presents Adriene Bueno

Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 15, 2024 17:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Adriene Bueno is a trailblazing Latina excelling in the sports industry. With over a decade of experience, Adriene has left an indelible mark on major brands like the NBA, Adidas, LA Clippers, Electronic Arts. On top of that she is also the Founder of Baller Careers, guiding business professiona...

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#120 Zaka Presents My Journey Shermin Lakha, esq

Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 08, 2024 12:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
What does a Lawpreneur look like? Join us as we sit down with the phenomenal Shermin Lakha, Esq., Founder, and Managing Attorney of LVLUP Legal! In this engaging conversation, Shermin shares her incredible journey, unveiling the story of how she embarked on the path to starting her own law firm ...

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#119 Zaka Presents My Journey Seneca Williams

Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 01, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Seneca Williams, LMHC, a resilient soul who transformed job loss into a thriving career. From paralegal to Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Seneca's journey is one of triumph. She dives in her immigrant experience, cultural insights, and pivotal career moments. Learn how she tackles high-functi...

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#118 Zaka Presents My Journey Zynara Ng

Zaka Presents: My Journey - January 25, 2024 23:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Embark on a journey of empowerment with Zynara Ng, a self-growth and TEDx speaker, and public speaking coach. From a once timid young girl, Zynara evolved into a powerhouse in both traditional media at DreamWorks and LucasFilms, and the tech industry at Google and YouTube. Her transformative car...

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#117 Zaka Presents My Journey Sophearay A Smith

Zaka Presents: My Journey - January 18, 2024 16:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Sophearay A Smith is a Senior Program Manager and the CO President Caribbean Connection  at Amazon. Born in Trinidad, she embodies the spirit of "Trini to de bone!" From a Public Health degree to Amazon's leadership, Sophearay's journey defies expectations. Discover her resilience, successful pr...

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#116 Zaka Presents My Journey Chantel Pierre

Zaka Presents: My Journey - January 11, 2024 15:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Step into the captivating world of Chantel Pierre, a seasoned and visionary designer whose multicultural roots have shaped a pioneering approach to fashion. Hailing from London with British and Jamaican heritage, Chantel's illustrious career spans a decade, etching her mark across renowned UK an...

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#115 Zaka Presents My Journey Shahira Qudrat

Zaka Presents: My Journey - January 04, 2024 15:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Shahira Qudrat, an extraordinary advocate for multicultural individuals and author of "Authenticity in America: A Memoir of Rebellion and Dual Identities."  Shahira shares her remarkable story, navigating the complexity of immigration, feminism, religion, and discrimination. Drawing from her Af...

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#114 Zaka Presents My Journey Celeste Leon

Zaka Presents: My Journey - December 28, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Celeste Leon, acclaimed Public Speaking and Confidence Coach, shares her journey from Peru to becoming a source of empowerment for all of us  in the US. With her 'Articulate Mind, Confident Speaker' course, she's breaking barriers, empowering non-native English speakers to own their voices confi...

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#113 Zaka Presents My Journey Sharnell P Delmohammed

Zaka Presents: My Journey - December 21, 2023 15:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Sharnell P Delmohammed, the VP of DEI at JP Morgan Chase,  shares her remarkable journey rooted in Jamaican heritage and fueled by an unyielding belief in limitless possibilities. Discover how her cultural resilience has propelled her through challenges, guiding her to excel professionally and c...

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#112 Zaka Presents My Journey Christina Ashford

Zaka Presents: My Journey - December 07, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Christina Ashford is a proud Haitian-American with an unwavering commitment to education and community impact.From her roots in New York, surrounded by educators who instilled the value of education, to her current roles as Assistant Director for Grants Accounting & Finance at Kennesaw State Uni...

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#111 Zaka Presents My Journey Cuauhtzin Gutierrez

Zaka Presents: My Journey - November 16, 2023 22:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Upon meeting Cuauhtzin, his humility and kind spirit become immediately evident. Cuauhtzin Gutierrez stands as a visionary leader, impassioned in advocating for increased Latino and Indigenous representation in media. His mantra of "Be good to others and be good to yourself" resonates throughout...

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#110 Zaka Presents My Journey Shaina Poulard

Zaka Presents: My Journey - November 10, 2023 13:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
In this current episode, Shai Poulard, a staunch advocate for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging  shares invaluable insights on the critical role of prioritizing DEIB initiatives to retain a diverse workforce within companies. With a diverse background spanning banking, biotechnology, a...

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#109 Zaka Presents My Journey Dujon C. Smith

Zaka Presents: My Journey - November 02, 2023 18:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Dujon Smith, is a visionary leader, global change-maker, and entrepreneur with a deep commitment to empowering marginalized communities. In this thought-provoking episode, Dujon shares his phenomenal life story and explores the creed that defines his resiliency: 'Let's Build Bridges, Not Barrier...

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#108 Zaka Presents My Journey Jean Paul Laurent

Zaka Presents: My Journey - October 26, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
From a turbulent youth in Haiti to becoming an award-winning social entrepreneur, global oral health expert, TEDx Lead Organizer, and Inventor. Jean Paul's story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. What ignited that transformation? He was inspired by the unwavering smil...

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#107 Zaka Presents My Journey Kathryn Meksavanh

Zaka Presents: My Journey - October 19, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Kathryn Meksavanh, a remarkable first-generation Laotian American shares her family's incredible journey to the United States. Her parents' escape from communist Laos, swimming across the Mekong River and finding refuge in Thailand before finally being sponsored to the U.S., serves as a powerful...

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#106 Zaka Presents My Journey Mich-love Pierre

Zaka Presents: My Journey - October 05, 2023 18:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Michlove Pierre is a true embodiment of resilience and success. Hailing from Haiti and arriving in the United States in her late twenties, Michlove's path was initially that of a dedicated nurse. However, her unwavering determination and passion for empowering women through hair care led her to ...

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#105 Zaka Presents My Journey Dominique Chevon Doyle

Zaka Presents: My Journey - October 05, 2023 17:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Dominique "SoChevon" Doyle is an inspiring immigrant entrepreneur who defied traditional norms and carved her own path to success. Born to Trinidadian parents, Dominique's initial career in healthcare seemed like the expected route. However, fate had other plans. Discover how Dominique's life t...

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#104 Zaka Presents My Journey Melissa Cartagena

Zaka Presents: My Journey - September 29, 2023 12:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
AutoNation’s Head of Advertising, Melissa Cartagena shares her remarkable journey, embracing her Puerto Rican heritage and developing resilience growing up in Brooklyn as a Latina. Melissa speaks about finding her voice as a woman in the corporate world and making a significant impact in the dig...

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#103 Zaka Presents My Journey Crystal Howard

Zaka Presents: My Journey - September 22, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Crystal Howard's four-year journey at Amazon, initially as a Healthcare Customer Advisor, ultimately led her to pursue her true passion in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She shares invaluable insights on developing a growth mindset and navigating the corporate landscape. Beyond her professio...

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