Maria’s entrepreneurial journey began at the age of eight, when she assisted her mother in managing her small furniture store. “I wasn’t just dusting shelves; I observed how she attended to her clients like family: masterfully and with unmatched zeal,” Maria recounts.
An entrepreneur with a passion for innovation is being recognized with an Outstanding Young Alumni Award from Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU).
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As an Indigenous woman, Jessica was born into a legacy of strength, love, and resilience. “I am a mother, daughter, wife, sister, and aunt. My identity is deeply rooted in family and community. These relationships have shaped who I am today and continue to inspire my work every day.”
Data/AI Justice Advocate & Public Sociologist
Strategic Advisor, Author, and Adjunct Professor, Sociology, University of Victoria
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