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Candice Chirwa: Fostering Conversations about Menstrual Health

Candice Chirwa: Fostering Conversations about Menstrual Health
Candice: Thanks for having me, Spiffy. Qrate is my heart's response to the silence and stigma around menstruation. My personal challenge as the “Minister of Menstruation” is to break these barriers, creating a space where everyone, regardless of gender, can openly and confidently engage in conversations about menstrual health. Qrate is my way of empowering individuals with the knowledge they deserve, ensuring that no one feels isolated or uninformed in their journey.

Saanvi Sita Mylavarapu: Creating Experiences to Bring Children Closer to Nature

Saanvi Sita Mylavarapu: Creating Experiences to Bring Children Closer to Nature
Saanvi: Thanks for having me, Spiffy. Awareness about the nature around us, which should grow organically from a young age, is missing in today's world. In this age of electronics, several influences, and distractions, our lives have become mechanical and we are becoming distant from nature. As a result, we are missing out on the best things that nature offers. By increasing environmental education, Nature Worthy aims to install an organic connection between nature and everyone to ensure a sustainable future for all.

Jordan Foley: Helping Veterans Break Into the Culinary Industry

Jordan Foley: Helping Veterans Break Into the Culinary Industry
JJ: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Starting a restaurant is hard work. Did you know that fail rates exceed sixty percent in the first year and only one out of every five restaurants makes it past their fifth anniversary? It can be even harder for at-risk and underrepresented populations. My company, Let’s Chow, assists culinary entrepreneurs who are veterans, military spouses, and military-connected refugees, in developing their product-market fit, sourcing, and menu testing through our food truck training program