We are so inspired by the businesses in our community because of how many of them are committed to helping to make the world better than it is today. Check out some great businesses below and how they are helping others.

Natalie Blair, LMFT | Sex Therapist & Owner of Authentically You Therapy

Our culture as a whole, is sex obsessed but sadly, very sex negative. It is everywhere in the media yet no one really talks about it, I mean real true conversations about needs, wants, and desires. Without open discussions sex and intimacy can never become as normalized as they should. Sex is a basic physiological need, like air, food, and sleep. Yet, we act like it doesn’t exist. Why do we act like this need is ancillary to our lives? Read more>>

Whitney Hill | Co-Founder, SnapADU

At SnapADU, our mission is to make it approachable to thoughtfully add housing so our community can build flexibility and potential. As a leading accessory dwelling unit (ADU) builder, SnapADU’s work has a profound social impact by addressing the housing needs of Greater San Diego. ADUs – sometimes known as granny flats, guest homes, and casitas – are small homes built on properties with an existing residence. ADUs offer flexible living solutions that unlock the full potential of properties, enabling families to stay close while maintaining independence. Read more>>

Maile Ordaz | Hairstylist

In my business, I have the incredible opportunity to uplift the women in my community every day. It’s not just about styling hair; it’s about making each woman feel like the beautiful, confident, and cared-for person she truly is.
It’s about more than just hair. It’s about being there during life’s highs and lows—supporting someone through a breakup, cheering them on at graduations, showering love on new babies, helping them shine on their wedding day, or simply providing a space for much-needed self-care. Read more>>

Jim Bliesner | Artist

One of the primary activites of my career as an artist has been to select outdoor installation sites that illustrate a serious socio/economic problem. Either by myself or with a collective we will interact with the community in which the issue is relevant and through this dialogue develop the art installation that will address or illustrate or highlight the problem. The art brings attention to the issue and it serves to mobilize the residents around a focal point. Attention is brought to the problem and local officials, media, state and federal officials are engaged as well. Read more>>

Kelsey Wood | Licensed Therapist and Private Practice Owner

I think therapy and all therapists, psychologists, social workers and in general helpers impact the community greatly. The stigma around receiving help for mental health has been greatly changing and more and more people are getting support and services that they need. I believe with ongoing awareness and mental health outreach we can foster a greater supportive environment. Creating safe spaces for children and adults to learn how to manage and process their emotions will only benefit the larger community as a whole. Read more>>

Ashley Valentine | Certified Canine Behavior Consultant and Trainer

Dogs are a species that people interact with frequently. They are in so many households, neighborhoods, parks, trails, bars and restaurants. I aim to help people who own dogs to understand their dogs perspective of the world they have found themselves in. They get an understanding of their dogs abilities in different situations and how to help them cope with human life better in a positive and fun way. I help owners navigate through public settings in a way that creates positive boundaries for their dog in order to keep everyone including the dog happy and safe. Read more>>

Suni Gargaro | Yoga Apparel Business Owner and Yoga Teacher

I started Sunia Yoga as a practitioner and aspiring teacher of Yoga, because I wanted to inspire and support people on their Yoga path and journey. A big emphasis of mine in the beginning was my Mommy and Me line of leggings for children and moms, to promote a shared Yoga practice among families, because I know how precious and powerful this can be. I am a mother myself and so much of my inspiration comes from that direct experience. Read more>>