Pawandeep Kaur Khinda is a passionate entrepreneur and the proud owner of a restaurant in Glendale. As the child of hardworking immigrants, Pawandeep grew up surrounded by the hustle and dedication of her parents, who ran an Indian restaurant in Pasadena. Their tireless work ethic and commitment to excellence instilled in her a deep appreciation for perseverance and entrepreneurship from an early age.
George Wang Jr. is a unique blend of talents—both a full-time skateboard coach and a professional stand-up comedian, based in Monterey Park, California. Reflecting on his journey, George often laughs at the irony of life. In high school, he was constantly in trouble for making his classmates laugh and for getting his skateboard taken away. At the time, these were seen as distractions, but little did he know that these very activities would become the foundation of his future career.
Nadine Sachiko Hsu is a dynamic and multi-passionate entrepreneur, CEO, and former professional race car driver. A mother of four, Nadine has carved her own path from being a teen mom to an accountant, and eventually becoming one of the first women to drift in the USA. She competed in the professional drifting series, Formula Drift, placing and winning numerous competitions, and even stunt doubling for Neela in Fast & The Furious: Tokyo Drift.
Benson Hsu has had a fascinating life, one of being a pioneer for drifting in the United States. Raised in the San Gabriel Valley by his Toisanese parents, Benson’s journey began with humble roots in Chinatown and Monterey Park. From graduating with a Computer Science degree at UC Irvine to becoming a trailblazer in the drifting community, Benson’s story is one of passion, perseverance, and purpose.
MrBigFaith is a California-raised servant of God and Christian rapper with a powerful testimony and an unwavering mission. In 2017, he received a prophetic word that confirmed God’s call on his life for music ministry. After releasing two EPs and several hit singles, he felt led to step back, remove all his music, and spend over a year focusing on integrity, prayer, fasting, and consecration.
Jillian Cam is the culinary genius and passionate founder behind Greenzone restaurant, a beloved institution in the San Gabriel Valley that has been serving up healthy, organic meals for 18 years. As head chef, she has crafted a menu that reflects her commitment to sustainable eating and mindful food choices, making Greenzone a destination for those seeking nutritious meals that are as good for the planet as they are for the body. But Jillian’s influence extends far beyond the kitchen. She is a tireless advocate for sustainability, conscious eating, and the power of food to bring communities together. Over the years, Greenzone has become a hub for those who share her vision of a healthier, more sustainable world. What started as a dream has blossomed into a thriving restaurant that is both a local favorite and a beacon of the conscious eating movement.
Chairman Andrew Salas stands as a dedicated torchbearer for his ancestors, passionately committed to preserving the legacy and cultural heritage of the Kizh Nation, also known as the Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians. For over 15 years, he has served as the Chairman, tirelessly working to protect the sacred lands and history of the original inhabitants of the greater Los Angeles area. His leadership has been pivotal in securing the Kizh Nation’s stewardship of significant sites, including the Jurupa Oak, while collaborating with developers and government agencies to safeguard indigenous cultural resources.
Malia Miglino, originally from Seattle, Washington, is a distinguished Los Angeles-based professional whose multifaceted career in the entertainment industry spans over 15 years. Renowned for her work as a historical researcher, producer, actress, and writer, Malia began her journey in Hollywood as a makeup artist, where she led the makeup department for more than six films. This foundation set the stage for her significant transition to historical research and on-camera hosting, currently exemplified by her role as the historical researcher on the television series “Haunted Discoveries,” airing on the Canadian channel T+E.
Kaylee Law is an inspiring young leader from Walnut, California, who has already made significant strides in academia and community service by the age of 18. A lifelong resident of the San Gabriel Valley, Kaylee embarked on her academic journey at just 13 years old at Mt. San Antonio College, where she graduated at 16 with three Associate degrees in Political Science, History, and Language Arts. She continued her studies at Grand Canyon University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Government with an emphasis in legal studies by 17. Most recently, she graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a Master’s degree in Government, where her research, titled “Constitutional Silence: To Delegate or Not to Delegate, That is the Question,” was published.
