Life is a beautiful experience and over the years, we’ve been learning how to best share our experiences with others. A few weeks ago, we received a Facebook message from Jonathan, a student in the Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Houston’s Bauer College of Business. He said his sister, Rena, was interested in shadowing Goodspero for internship week at her school, School of the Woods Montessori.
She told us that high school seniors at School of the Woods “have the opportunity to explore a topic of interest, research it, and write a thesis. Hoping to find a place to intern/volunteer/shadow, each senior looks for an organization that may relate to their senior thesis.”
Rena’s senior thesis is: “Do Disney animated princess/prince movies display hidden/implied stereotypes and ideas that negatively influence children?“. Her thesis connects with child development and education, as well as the role that media plays.
Our week with Rena opened our eyes yet again to the power and influence youth have, not only on social issues like gender stereotypes and education, both of which carry deep roots in our values, but also on the power of inspiration and action.
Since we returned from our trip to El Salvador to collaborate and support youth’s education in remote areas, we’ve felt overwhelmed with the countless opportunities to continue to make an impact in communities, locally and internationally.
It’s almost stunting to focus on the grand scheme of things, but at the same time, we know it’s necessary in order to plan for the future. Having a fresh new face around re-inspired and enabled us to get a third-party perspective of Goodspero’s projects and goals. *Thanks Rena!*
“In traditional mentoring, a seasoned executive might counsel a young up-and-comer about career development or leadership. However, a growing phenomenon called reverse mentoring (or reciprocal mentoring) gives entry-level, often tech-savvy employees the chance to school senior executives about business interests, such as trends in social media, consumer culture and unconventional methods to boost office morale.“
– Susan Johnston, U.S. News
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By the end of our week with Rena, she compiled clips from some of our video footage from El Salvador and created a heartfelt 3-minute short film compilation using music from a live recording of Víctor Treminio on guitar in San Miguel.
Víctor is a friar and cousin of Lily Rivera, a fellow alumna of the Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship at UH. Lily is one of our original founding advisors and has been a supporter of Goodspero since our inception in WCE 2012-2013.
In honor of community collaboration and the 191 people who contributed to Goodspero’s crowdfund for education benefitting youth’s education, and all those who contributed your time, talents, and social media shares, we’d like to thank you and extend another heartfelt appreciation for your support.
Creative Guru & Chief Storyteller @ Fat Cat Productions. He’s all about making brand dreams come true, whether it’s helping fundraise for a cause or capturing the grandest events. When he sees your smiles, that’s when he knows he’s hit the jackpot of happiness!
Musical Maverick & Senior Consultant at Slalom. With a unique blend of expertise in brand marketing strategy, analytics-driven benchmarking, & outcome-based technical delivery, Josh is the go-to guru for transforming project goals into tangible results He also taught our team Figma & Jira skills.✊🏾🐼
The dynamic duo behind Wonky Power, a Latino-owned music agency. As Music Producers & Founders, we hit them up for live music & audio production needs. Based in Houston’s vibrant East End, their studio serves as a creative hub, deeply rooted in community engagement. Chingones!
Multi-talented Musician and Web Developer extraordinaire, renowned for his seamless creations like the Goodspero website and a plethora of custom-built sites. Recently embarking on a new life in Norway, Taylor brings exceptional skills & undeniable dedication to every project he undertakes. Han er et fantastisk menneske og SÅ kul.
Multifaceted Creative Force behind Bwash Media, excelling as a Videographer, Photographer, Editor, and Drone Pilot. With a mastery of diverse media forms, Brandon’s expertise in leveraging social media empowers brands to effectively market themselves and reach new heights of success.
Family & Lifestyle Blogger @SaniasFamily, brilliant Author of “Brown Girls are Beautiful,” and a trailblazing serial entrepreneur. As a proud Pakistani-American Muslim woman, wife, mother, daughter, sister, & friend, Sania celebrates her identity through stories that inspire & uplift all. ہماری کمیونٹی کا ایک انمول جواہر
Communication Director @ UH College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences. Understanding the power of communications for social orgs, LaRahia delves into the intricacies of comms for visibility, legitimacy, & resource acquisition, crafting strategies that generate meaningful social impact.
Creative Founder @ JonBlenz Creative, Business & Brand Strategist @ ReImagine Biz, & School Communications Strategist @ YES Prep. With the perfect fusion of business acumen & a marketer’s passion, Jon leverages his wealth of experience to propel brands to new heights.
Creative Wizard @ AKL Productions, CEO of CALL’D Lifestyle, and Real Estate Ace at Realty Texas. With an insatiable curiosity for the unseen and an unwavering dedication to capturing unforgettable moments, Alex is your go-to expert for all things creative and captivating. 당신은 놀라운 알렉스입니다!