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From 10 year old Entrepreneur to Owner of Digital Dream Network: Meet Shaniyah Sullivan, Game-changer through Project VOYCE
From a young age, I've had an entrepreneurial spirit, starting my first business at just 10 years old. Over the years, I've honed my skills in sports marketing, social media management, and coaching, blending my passion for creativity with a strong work ethic. Today, I run a successful social media management company while also leading a high school cheer team, where I inspire others to pursue their dreams.
At just 10 years old, I launched my entrepreneurial journey with three businesses: an accessories line, a baking business, and my most successful venture—a nannying service that I ran for several years.
Today, I own Digital Dream Network, a digital marketing agency with a heart for philanthropy. The foundation of my business is built on giving back to the community, ensuring clients only pay what they can afford. I believe in helping people without overcharging or causing financial strain, driven by my lifelong passion for supporting others.
In 2019, I joined Project VOYCE as a youth participant in the Our Voice/My Voice Program, which empowers youth to use their voices for community change. We tackled issues like Suncor air pollution in Globeville and the school-to-prison pipeline, educating peers and community members on these pressing topics. Later, I became a facilitator, developing workshops and curriculums on equitable youth-adult partnerships and adultism in education and workspaces. One of my proudest collaborations was with PV staff member Tez Diaz, where we co-created the Skills Incubator to equip youth with essential life and professional skills. Now, as the varsity cheer coach at South High School, I continue to pass on the lessons I’ve learned, pouring my experience into the youth I coach. I firmly believe that every young person should experience a program like Project VOYCE -it’s a life-changing opportunity that shapes both personal and community growth.
My passion for serving comes from my early experiences serving in my church as a kid, where I developed a deep commitment to helping the homeless and those in need. This passion grew stronger through my involvement with Project VOYCE, which opened my eyes to the diverse challenges faced by other communities and fueled my desire to make a meaningful impact in the world.
Key moments in my life that led me to where I am today include the influence of my mom, whose servant’s heart and entrepreneurial spirit inspired me from a young age. Her example showed me the importance of giving back and pursuing my dreams. Alongside her guidance, my faith in God has been a constant source of strength and direction, shaping my path and purpose.
To me, success is about making a positive impact in the lives of others while staying true to my values. It means achieving goals with integrity, compassion, and a servant's heart, while also having the resilience to get back up no matter how many times I fall. Success is balancing my entrepreneurial ventures with service, inspiring others, and contributing to a greater purpose guided by my faith.
GlobalMinded's mission of serving youth aligns perfectly with the values of Project VOYCE. Both organizations are committed to empowering young people from diverse backgrounds and providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed.
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