In our view, values and principles are the foundation upon which our lives, careers and relationships are built. So, we asked folks we admire to open up to us about the values and principles that matter most to them.

Jeannette Valenzuela | Owner and director of Gil’s Sweet Abilities and Inclusion INC

I would say that I am very driven by integrity with the Mission and goal of my business. I see many other businesses or people say they are working with disabled adults and in fact, they are not. I live 24 X 7 with an autistic adult and really know where he is struggling, and I want to give him and his peers the chance to learn and have fulfilling employment. Read more>>

Darrell Campbell | Private Chef

The value or principle that matters to me the most, is sourcing locally. As a small business, the ability to be able to help other small, local businesses is a very good thing and something I take pride in. I shop at the farmers markets for most of my produce, and write seasonal menus that link up with what is available at the markets. I also shop at locally owned grocery stores, butcher shops, and fish markets. Not only am I sourcing the highest quality ingredients, I am supporting other local businesses. I look at it as a win win situation. Read more>>

Marielle L’Heureux | Certified Athletic Trainer, Functional Movement Specialist

Prehab San Diego opened July 2020, due to the expansive running community San Diego has to offer. As a small business, our clinicians, Dr. Lily Seynaeve, DPT, and Marielle L’Heureux, ATC are able to provide 1 on 1, custom, client focused care to the San Diego community. Prehab’s number one value is top of the line care for our clients. Traditional Physical Therapy clinics focus on returning their patients to daily life, Prehab focuses on returning our patients back to their athletic goals, whether running, soccer, another sport, or general fitness. Read more>>