Kirth Bobb: Guyanese-American Photographer
July 14, 2017
The Caribbean is home to many countries including The Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, and Trinidad & Tobago. But there’s one that’s unique in its geographical position: Guyana – the birthplace of Kirth Bobb. Read more
Olutosin Araromi: Nigerian-American Model + Beauty Queen + Mental Health Professional
July 3, 2017
“I believe that in life, you have to explore all opportunities.” Olutosin Itohan Araromi, also known as Ola, is living out this thought exactly. As a former reigning Miss Nigeria USA, her love for pageantry has permeated just about every aspect of her life. Read more
Jessica Chou: Taiwanese-American Photographer
June 28, 2017
Constance Wu, Gwen Stefani, Beyoncé, Steve Aoki, Yves Saint Laurent, Airbnb, UNESCO, The New York Times, The Atlantic, Buzzfeed, ESPN – these are just some of the clients that Jessica Chou has worked with. With a stroke of luck Jessica delved right into the world of... Read more
Kunbi Tinuoye: British-Nigerian CEO, UrbanGeekz
June 20, 2017
Born and raised in London, Kunbi Tinuoye was surrounded by diversity and a strong sense of self and her Nigerian culture. She’s now on U.S. soil using her journalism background to her advantage as she builds a global digital empire with an earnest mission. Read more
Bärí A. Williams: Black-American Tech Esq.
June 13, 2017
For months, I’ve gotten a chance to follow the greatness of Bärí A. Williams, Esq. – a leading Black woman in Silicon Valley who is causing a diversity shift in aspects of tech that many don’t even consider. At Facebook, she developed and implemented their Supplier Diversity Program... Read more
SWEEDiSH: Swedish-American Musician
June 6, 2017
Goosebumps is what I got when I first heard SWEEDiSH’s cover of “Issues.” Straight away, I wanted to know: what has this girl gone through? American-born, Swedish-raised, Jennifer Newberry is the daughter of an American father and Swedish mother – both White, but from two different cultures. Read more
Rafael Paiva: Brazilian-born, L.A.-based Photographer
May 30, 2017
Fortaleza – the capital of Ceará, located in Northeastern Brazil, and the hometown of Rafael Paiva. As one of the biggest cities in Brazil, Fortaleza boasts beautiful beaches and a sprawling nightlife that attracts both tourists from Brazil and overseas. Read more
Naomi Wachira: Kenyan-American Singer + Songwriter
May 23, 2017
Naomi Wachira was born and raised in Kijabe Mission Station. At the time, the small town was anchored by a bible college, a hospital and a printing press, which were owned by the African Inland Church. Naomi’s parents would cross paths at the college, later marry and settle down... Read more
Victor Chen: Chinese-American Martial Artist + Actor
May 16, 2017
Myanmar – the birthplace of Victor’s parents. China – their paternal and maternal ancestry. In search of a better life, the Chen’s moved to California about 35 years ago. They left behind memories of a world so different, yet continued to uphold their birthright of Chinese traditions... Read more
Nathaniel Kweku: Ghanaian-American Actor + Filmmaker
May 9, 2017
Ghana – the first sub-Saharan African country to achieve independence from European colonization – and the ancestral home of Nathaniel Kweku. His mother was born in Cape Coast, and father in Accra, the capital of Ghana. Strangers prior to leaving the country in their early-mid 20s... Read more
Jessie Prez: Puerto Rican • Assyrian Actor + Comedian
May 2, 2017
Yes. Assyrian. Not Syrian. Assyria was an empire of ancient Mesopotamia (modern day Iraq, Kuwait, southeast Turkey, southwest Iran and northeast Syria), which existed as early as 25th century B.C. And at its height, Assyria was the hub for technological, scientific and cultural achievements. Read more
Noramay Cadena: Mexican-American Engineer + Entrepreneur
April 25, 2017
Noramay’s childhood is flushed with memories of a humble beginning. “I remember our neighbor taking her garden hose and putting it through our bathroom window so that we’d have water to brush our teeth and flush the toilet...It wasn’t weird or embarrassing. It was just life.” Read more
Derek Portea: Filipino-American Singer+Producer+RN
April 18, 2017
From a very early age, Derek’s diverse upbringing in Los Angeles afforded him comfort in accepting his dual cultures as a Filipino and American. Born in Koreatown and raised in West Covina, it would be his personal struggles with English, traditionally conservative parents... Read more
Edidiong Emah: Nigerian-American Performer
April 11, 2017
Most of us never think about the people behind the scenes that put in work to bring artists’ vision to reality: producers, audio engineers, vocalists, glam squad...the list goes on and on. But in front for the world to see, are the fearless performers that transform songs to reality... Read more
Moses Bhatti: Pakistani-American Model + Entrepreneur
April 4, 2017
“My goals and endeavors are limitless…surpass your potential.” This is Moses Bhatti's motto. A Pakistani-American who has been called everything from Puerto Rican to Guyanese, Indian, Black-Italian and a mix of Native American. Although these assumptions have existed most of his life... Read more
Noam Manor: Israeli-American Comedian + Improviser
March 28, 2017
Noam is not only a comedian, improviser that dishes her latest sets on stage, but she’s also an immigrant who is proud of her Israeli, Persian and Eastern European roots. She credits her heritage and personal struggles for equipping her with the tools to tell jokes. Read more
Anthony Oshinuga: Nigerian-American Air Race Pilot (Part 2)
March 24, 2017
Earlier this week, we got a look into Anthony's upbringing and hustle: simultaneously working full-time, launching AirOshi, and taking flying lessons. PART 2 goes deeper into his world of aerobatics. But before we jump in, you have to understand a few things...Read more
Anthony Oshinuga: Nigerian-American Air Race Pilot (Part 1)
March 20, 2017
As the first African-American Air Race Pilot, Anthony's journey is full of moments where it’s honestly hard to believe that he even sleeps. For PART 1 of my interview with Anthony, you will see how his ambition and upbringing has played a vital role towards his success. Read more
Anjali Shah: Indian-American Food Blogger
March 14, 2017
When I think of Anjali, I’m impressed with her passion and love for sharing personal recipes with the world. She incorporates her appreciation of diversity through food and has shared around 300 recipes on her blog to date...but how did she get to this point in life? Read more
Christine Hà: Vietnamese-American Winner of MasterChef
March 7, 2017
The word “inspiring” can’t even begin to describe Christine Hà. Born seeing all colors of the rainbow, life threw her a curveball when she was diagnosed with Neuromyelitis Optica, which caused her vision loss at the age of 28. Read more
Marco Guzman Jr.: Mexican-American Entrepreneur
February 28, 2017
“Don’t tell us the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon.” This motto embodies Chosen WAN Apparel, and fuels its Creator, Marco Guzman Jr. – a cool visionary who is breaking down the stereotypical views of what it means to be a nerd. Read more
Amani May: Afro-Latina/Garifuna Social Worker
February 21, 2017
Amani's a millennial, educated, charismatic, and has a story to tell. As a Garifuna, her journey towards cultural redemption and defying colorism has gotten her to a necessary place of self-acceptance. Read more
Abeer Hoque: Nigerian • Bangladeshi-American Author
February 14, 2017
I learned so much about Abeer's struggles during our candid interview, but reading her memoir "Olive Witch" afterwards, took my emotions to another level. Single handedly, Abeer is able to prove that cultural identity is not one dimensional, and that only you possess the power to dictate who or what you become. Read more
Awkwafina: Chinese • Korean-American Rapper-Actress
February 7, 2017
The journey to reclaiming cultural identity is not immune to celebrities. It’s a part of everyday life that takes no prisoners. Queue in Chinese-Korean-American Nora Lum – also known by her stage name, Awkwafina. A born and bred New Yorker, tell-it-like-it-is chick with a witty persona that is breaking down barriers in the rap game and Hollywood. Read more