We have had the good fortunate of connecting with Nobel Laureates, titans of industry, rockstars and rising stars across dozens of industries and we have always found their stories about who they were early on to be most fascinating. Below, you’ll find members of the community sharing their responses to this key aspect of their stories.
Gracie Ramirez-Jones
Before the world told me who I had to be, I was the biggest tomboy. I loved every minute of it. I refused to wear dresses and preferred playing with my G.I. Joes. I even got my first .22 rifle when I was just 8 years old. Read more>>
Domonique King
Funny thing is, I’ve never been what the world has told me to be. I’ve always gone against the grain. Never conforming to societal or familial standards for a woman in the U S of A. Read more>>
Julie smith
I was a designer from the very beginning. My mother would tell me stories of how I would play in her closet for hours as young as 2 years old accessorizing outfits and trying on all her boots. Read more>>
