The Women of Paint it Forward
These women bring different perspectives to the table, but are united by a love for purposeful work; supporting women and girls through equity, empowerment and philanthropy
Ennie Lim
Ennie Lim is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Kina. Her last startup, HoneyBee, was a financial wellness platform where 90% of users were women, most of them teachers. 77% of all K-12 teachers in America are women, rising to 89% in elementary schools. This makes teaching one of the most female-dominated and undervalued professions in the country.
That insight followed her into motherhood. When her son started preschool, she watched his teacher pour everything into her classroom and realized the system offered almost nothing in return.
That moment led her to build Kina, a community platform that bridges the appreciation gap between families and the teachers who shape their children's lives, giving teachers a way to share classroom wish lists and receive meaningful support from the families they serve.
Today she joins us to talk about building companies rooted in purpose, listening to the communities hidden in plain sight, and what it means to build for women.
Montré Moore
Montré Moore, CEO of AMP Beauty, a beauty platform redefining how emerging brands are discovered, scaled, and brought to market. AMP Beauty was created to make beauty discovery more inclusive—connecting consumers of all skin tones and hair textures with safe, high-performing products they can trust.
With years of experience leading prestige beauty and fragrance businesses at retailers including Neiman Marcus and Revolve, Montré brings deep expertise across merchandising, brand strategy, and retail growth. Her commitment to equity in beauty continue to shape AMP Beauty’s mission to expand access, visibility, and opportunity for the next generation of beauty founders and consumers alike.
With a career spanning more than three decades, she is the epitome of confidence, knowledge, and success. As a seasoned REALTOR®, she is deeply committed to providing exceptional, ethical service and navigating dynamic neighborhoods with unparalleled expertise.
As a Legacy Realtor®, Rena has built lasting relationships across generations of clients.
In addition to her real estate career, Rena is also an investor and multi-property owner, bringing valuable firsthand experience to her work.
At RRE Strategists, her team brings over 50 years of combined expertise to empower clients in building generational wealth through real estate investments.
Outside of her professional life, Rena is an avid traveler, photographer, angel investor, creative writer, poet, philanthropist, music enthusiast, and proud dog mom. Rena supports human rights and women's causes and serves on the Advisory Board of A New Way of Life, Founding Board Member of She Angels Foundation, and as a Board Member of Sovern LA, where she contributes to impactful community initiatives.
Rena Braud
Carrie Murray
Carrie Murray is a founder, speaker, author, and unapologetic amplifier of those often pushed to the edges. She is the founder of BRA – Business Relationship Alliance – a community built to connect and elevate female and non-binary entrepreneurs through visibility, collaboration, and real, lasting support.
With a background in social justice, education, and entrepreneurship, Carrie brings a lived understanding of what it means to build something meaningful while balancing real life. She was the first in her family to graduate from college, later becoming a teacher, school principal, and founder of a school for twice-exceptional students. Her leap into entrepreneurship was born out of necessity, curiosity, and community and she’s been building bridges for others ever since.
Watch her Podcast Carrie On! .
In 2025, Carrie was a contributing author in two Nonfiction books, Show Her the Money and Fully Expressed!
Kesha's entrepreneurial journey spans over 18 years, marked by a pursuit of excellence in visual marketing, customer engagement, copywriting, and event production. She is a dynamic force with expertise as an Experience Curator, Communication Consultant, and Connector.
Kesha earned her degree in Business Administration specializing in Organizational Leadership and Training,
A devoted wife and mother, Kesha's commitment to fostering compassion, patience, and balance within her family is unwavering. Yet, her dedication to student enrichment remains an unyielding beacon, fueling her outreach and mentorship initiatives.
In a world hungry for inspiration and connection, Kesha Knighten Hughes stands as a beacon of possibility, weaving together experiences, relationships, and dreams with an infectious energy that propels us all forward.
Kesha Knighten Hughes
Brittany Grey-Yadav is an entrepreneur, mindfulness coach, wellness advocate, and philanthropist whose work is rooted in her mission to empower women to influence positive change.
Her journey has taken her from aiding Syrian refugees in Lesvos, Greece, to supporting underdeveloped communities in Kenya and rural areas in Tanzania. She's initiated impactful projects across Kenya, including teaching children AI and digital skills, mentoring young girls on life skills, and raising thousands for women-led non-profits through the InfluenceHers Foundation, where she serves as Founder and President. Additionally, Brittany has dedicated her time to combatting human trafficking through her work at a non-profit organization.
With a deep passion for serving others, Brittany's experiences fuel her commitment to making a difference. In her downtime, she finds solace in vipassana meditation and embraces outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and roller skating. She's actively participated in and led numerous impact and wellness events, driven by her belief in holistic well-being.
Through InfluenceHers, Brittany intertwines wellness and social impact, providing a nurturing space for women to prioritize their well-being while making a meaningful impact. Her mantra: “Someone is waiting for you to own your gifts for a chance at a better life”.
Brittany Grey Yadav
Our Activations were provided by the following women owned businesses:
FACE PAINT by Tiffany Aldaco Makeup
FINGER PAINT by Sainte Nél
Art Studio and Community canvas by Mixed Media Artist April Burnett of blessed and blingy llc
