Marsha James

Sculptor Brings History to Life

Woman Entrepreneur Succeeding in The Tech World

Vanessa Larco is a successful entrepreneur. She works at New Enterprise Associates (NEA), a global venture capital firm. She has a passion for helping entrepreneurs and founders bring their products to life.

Product Expert and Entrepreneur Vanessa Larco

Shallal Creates a Space to Feed the Mind, Body and Soul

After dropping out of medical school, never to return, Andy Shalall choose another path for his life. Shallal became an artist and social entrepreneur. In 2005, he opened Busboys and Poets. The restaurant has a bookstore, a performance space for poetry, music and political and social conversations.

'I Didn't Have to Come Here, I Chose to Come Here'

Holocaust Survivor Becomes America’s Tailor

Martin Greenfield is an American master tailor. A Holocaust survivor, Greenfield has made handmade suits for generals, Hollywood celebrities and U.S. Presidents. He has also designed suits for popular films and television shows such as The Great Gatsby, Argo, and Boardwalk Empire.

A Speller's Best Friend

Jacques Bailly is the official pronouncer of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. As the voice of the spelling bee, Bailly says he enjoys his work and its important to him to help spellers receive the best chance of spelling the word. Bailly has held the position of pronounce since 2003.

Melissa Fitzgerald:From Hollywood Actress to Passionate Activist

Former Hollywood Actress Melissa Fitzgerald is senior director of the nonprofit organization, Justice for Vets. The organization is a part of the National Association of Drug Court Professionals (NADCP).

Melissa Fitzgerald: From Hollywood Actress to Passionate Activist

The Woman Who Brought Siri to Life

The woman who brought Siri to life is Susan Bennett. She is the original voice of Apple’s voice-activated virtual “assistant.” which debuted on the iPhone 4 in 2011. Doing voice over work comes naturally for Susan and her voice is used for many other well known brands.

The Woman Who Brought Siri to Life

A Change of Heart for Chef Tim Ma

Owning a restaurant is in Tim Ma's blood. His parents owned one in Arkansas as well as his uncle in New York. Although Tim worked as an electrical engineer, he decided to quit his job, go to culinary school and follow his dream of opening his own restaurant.

A Change of Heart for Chef Tim Ma

Determined, Dedicated and Disciplined to Be Fit

Ernestine Shepherd is a fitness trainer and professional model. She is also determined, disciplined and dedicated to staying fit. The 81-year old holds the 2010 and 2011 title in the Guinness World Records as the World's Oldest Performing Female Bodybuilder.

Empowering Iranian-American Artists To Connect With Other Cultures Through Art

Art and Persian literature is Shahrooz Shekaraubi's passion. So much so, that he created and founded the Aftab Committee. Its mission is to support Iranian-American artists and promote their works.

Tippi Hedren - Birds, Lions and Beyond

Tippi Hedren is an American actress, animal rights activist and former fashion model. She became famous for her roles in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1963 thriller “The Birds,” and “Marnie.” Hedren also founded the Roar Foundation. It supports Shambala Preserve a sanctuary for exotic cats.

Tippi Hedren Talks About her book "Tippi"

Tippi Hedren - Birds, Lions and Beyond

First Vietnamese-American Elected Mayor of Little Saigon

Tri Ta is the the first elected Vietnamese American mayor. He serves in the Orange County city of Westminster. He says he is honored to be mayor and he is committed to serving everyone in the community.

First Vietnamese-American Elected Mayor of Little Saigon