Scholars of Color- Mila Johnson Perez

What is Scholars of Color?

It is a platform in which scholars of color are purposefully celebrated. It’s a space where scholars of color are showcased front and center. It is a digital space where we feel empowered and resilient. Let us get to know each other. Let us cheer each other on AND show the world what we have to offer.

Let us now welcome Mila Johnson Perez to the Scholars of Color space!

Name: Mila Johnson Perez

 Gender Pronouns: She, Her

 What do you currently do for work and/or school?: CEO and Founder of Nopalito Creatives Inc and El Nopalito Delivery Service LLC

Without positions or titles, how would you describe yourself?: I would describe myself as ambitious, kind and focused.

What are you passionate about?: I'm passionate about social equity and representation of BIPOC & LGBTQ+ brands in the cannabis industry; education surrounding the plant in black and brown neighborhoods and creating affordable delivery/logistics solutions for small businesses in Chicago.

Why is the representation of scholars of color important to you?: Scholars of Color means a space for BIPOC of every genius, experience and accomplishment can be celebrated and SEEN.

If people are interested in getting connected to you, how can they?: IG: @NPLTO8, email: mila@elnopalito.co

 Anything else you would like us to know?: I think what you are doing is important and I'm happy to be a part of it. Thank you for highlighting myself and the brand.

Thank you Mila for sharing space with us!

Stay tuned everyone for more Scholars of Color profiles. Interested in being showcased yourself? Please email the Scholars of Color team at scholarsofcolor@reclaimingyourhappiness.com and we will get back to you shortly.