Finding Your Space in the Greater Scheme of Things: Reese Fernandez at TEDxADMU

Growing up as a daughter to a missionary worker, Reese was exposed to the realities of poverty at such a young age. This ignited her passion to serve others and it is this passion that lead her to establish the social enterprise Rags 2 Riches. As the founder and president of the company, she hopes to continue inspiring others to venture into social entrepreneurship.

Her advice is: "first, try to find your passion, then get together with a few like-minded friends, commit to some milestone and never, ever give up. It is not easy, but it is worth it."

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