It started with a love for doodling, an interest in art from a young age. Like any compelling narrative, Andrea Diaz-Vaughn’s life unfolded in the context of family, journeys, and discoveries. Andrea’s “career fit” emerged when she met a classmate in a college photography class who introduced her to theories of graphic design. From there, her...
Before Dina Samson was a Los Angeles restaurateur, she built a career in finance, and held roles in marketing and branding supporting some of the most recognizable names in celebrity culture. Dina eventually followed her chef husband into the food and beverage industry. Along the way she’s opened acclaimed restaurants in Southern California and co...
Entrepreneurs and tech up-and-comers bring fresh ideas to the fore that can benefit everyone. But gaining traction in the marketplace and buy-in from the government sector is a challenge. My guests on this episode of Future Groove are experts in brokering small business and government relations, and are here to share lessons learned from years...