Tran Bui Smith – 2017 Over 40 & Fabulous Inspiration Award

For 2020, I picked the word WORTH. COVID-19 definitely put that to the test. As someone who runs a production company, my work is face-to-face. The pandemic put my job at risk, but as a Vietnamese refugee who fled during the Fall of Saigon, I pride myself on being resilient. I turned to what I know and used those skills to offer clients a service they could use to keep their business present during quarantine. I’ve learned that worth is not just about the value you bring to others, but recognizing your self-worth and realizing your potential.