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Menrva Labs Podcast—Episode 5: Interview With Mitsu Yamazaki


Mitsu YamazakiWhen searching for heroes, heroines, role models, and inspiration, we often look far beyond our own circles and communities. We tend to idolize celebrities, historical figures, and politicians, while forgetting about those who touch our lives everyday. These people next door may not change the course of our lives in a single moment, but like water running over rocks, they gradually help shape us into who we become. Mitsu Yamazaki is running water in his community. Born in rural Japan, he dreamed of making a positive difference in the world. He realized at an early age, that although he didn’t have much, others had less.

Yamazaki struggled in school but worked hard. After high school, he traveled to the United States where he earned a master’s degree in economic development. He has since worked with several industries and communities, bringing sustainable opportunities across several states to many people. In addition to being an accomplished economic development consultant, he is active in his communities, volunteers his time and skills, organizes events and organizations, connects people, and helps facilitate discussion through talks, conventions, and conferences.

Yamazaki’s story is one of perseverance. It shows what one can do when one refuses to give up.

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Menrva Labs Podcast—Episode 4: Interview With Sylvia Sitters

 

Courtesy of the San Antonio Express-NewsYou know how, every now and then, you come across a person who just gets it? You can’t explain exactly why, but they just do. When I first met Sylvia Sitters, I immediately sensed she is one of those few people. Sitters is very involved within the community, an accomplished marketing strategist, and practicing intuitive healer.

After building a successful career in advertising, Sitters evaluated what she was doing with her life. Her realizations led to her leaving the field in order to build the successful business Equisol, in which she works with people and animals to promote holistic health and living.

In continuing sharing stories that change lives, I feel honored to showcase Sylvia’s story here on Menrva Labs. She serves as an example of what a person can accomplish when they use their skills and passion to do what they know is right. Sitters risked prosperity, prestige, and security to stand alone in a world that values wealth and status.

Sylvia, thank you for taking the time to sit down with me to share your inspirational story. People like you encourage the rest of us to fulfill our potential. Thank you for having the courage to be you. Thank you for not compromising.

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Sylvia Chavez Sitters LMT
Intuitive Healer/Equine Therapist
equisolhealing@yahoo.com
210-861-7640

Menrva Labs Podcast—Episode 3: Interview with @marissaRgarcia


There are some people who live to make a difference in the lives of those around them. Marissa Garcia is one of those people. Creator of the 30 on 30 Project and current Americorps Vista, Garcia constantly strives to reach perfection in herself and helps others realize their own potential. With the motto “I create my own good luck,” it’s hard to imagine anything less than someone who is extremely driven and passionate about what they do.

Born and raised in San Antonio, TX, Garcia graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is currently serving an Americorps Vista year of service in Seneca Falls, New York, home of the Women’s Rights Movement, where she is helping build sustainability for the United Way. For her 30th birthday, she focused on creating a sustainable solution to hunger while building community. What’s next for this amazing individual? We’ll let her tell her story…

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Twitter: @marissaRgarcia

Blog: http://www.marissarenae.com