Scholars of Color- Claudia Valenzuela
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 Claudia Valenzuela to the Scholars of Color space!
Name: Claudia Valenzuela
Location: Seattle, WA
Gender Pronouns: She/her
What's your current occupation? (i.e. Student, Scientist, Coach, In transition, etc.): Latina Business Coach
Without positions or titles, how would you describe yourself?: I am a huge wanderluster who loves to travel the world! I'm a big introvert who everyone thinks is an extrovert lol. I'm in love with the outdoors, a dog lover, a coffeeholic at heart, and a fitness junkie! I'm also an ambitious 1st Gen Latina who is driven my passion and mission.
What are you passionate about?: I am passionate about all things travel! I have a huge wanderlust soul who got bit by the travel bug ever since studying abroad in college to places like Spain and Rome! I'm also passionate about access to higher education and working with 1st Generation students. The feeling I get when helping out our immigrant and migrant families is so heart-warming. Additionally, I'm extremely passionate about connecting and coaching 1st Gen Latinas through their entreprenuership journey.
What does the representation of Scholars of Color mean to you?: The representation of Scholars of Color to me means having a safe and welcoming space where as minorities we come together and connect to embrace each other, empower each other, learn from each other and grow together. Representation and community truly matters and this is an amazing space that encompasses both aspects.
If people are interested in getting connected to you, how can they?: They can find me on IG @claudiavalenzuela.flores and through my coaching services website: 1stgenlatinaceo.com
Anything else you would like us to know?: If you are also a wanderlust soul who loves to travel internationally or if you are ever in Seattle and would love to grab a cafecito together then I invite you to connect on IG @claudiavalenzuela.flores! And if you are a 1st Gen Latina Coach who is interested in Private 1 on 1 coaching services or if you simply want tips on how to grow your coaching business let's connect on IG where I drop weekly hot tips on this topic. I help 1st Gen Latina's breakthrough their biggest mindset blocks so they can make more 4-figure in their business so if you'd like more support in this area DM me or check out my website: www.1stgenlatinaceo.com
Thank you Claudia 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.
