Model, actress, and entrepreneur, Kenya Heyliger discusses leaving behind a career in IT to pursue her passions full-time, and maintaining positivity and confidence despite the challenges that come with her chosen path.

Beauty pageant winner turned stylist and visual merchandiser, Deniece Mitchell discusses being diagnosed with breast cancer at age 32, making the decision to take her power back, and building a brand to inspire others to do the same.

Motivational speaker and career coach, Randall E. Toby discusses overcoming childhood challenges, building a career, then leaving a full-time job behind to pursue his passions, which include founding the “Breakfast with Our Boys” series and Magnificent Men Mentoring Group.

Writer, Social Impact Strategist and Founder of MogulPRO Consulting, Glenda Smiley discusses honing her skills in such areas as executive support, program development and organizational growth, making the decision to leave a coveted position at Black Girls Rock, and navigating her current roles as an “intrapreneur,” partner, and new mom.