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Meet Edwin

Edwin is an entrepreneur whose desire to succeed in business is matched only by the quality of his craftsmanship. He owns a company that designs, produces and sells high-quality, beaded products…

Paradigm Shift has been so helpful to me in both faith and business. In business I know how to save money, how to keep records and to budget.” – Edwin

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Meet Grace

Grace is a gifted seamstress. While attending design school in 1999, she realized God had blessed her with a talent for sewing. Now Grace is able to make a wide range of products…

For the first time in my life, I have money in savings, a business brand and confidence in myself and my abilities to run my business” – Grace

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Meet Tich

Though many question whether entrepreneurs are made or born, there is no doubt when it comes to Tich. He was born an entrepreneur. Originally from Zimbabwe, Tich long dreamed of running his own business…

I was hesitant about trying business, but the Paradigm Shift program gave me the encouragement and confidence to do it. They empowered us.” – Tich

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Meet Veronica

Veronica has not lived an easy life, but determination, courage and unwavering commitment to her family have marked her life. A mother of five children, Veronica lost her husband and became the sole caregiver to her young brood…

God answers prayers. No matter how bad it got, I always knew God was listening. He has provided more for me than I could have ever dreamed. And there is more to come.” – Veronica

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Meet Treasure

Sixteen years ago, when Treasure moved to South Africa, she only had $2 to her name. “Like so many others in this country, I knew that if I was going to be able to support my family, my only option was to start my own business…

Like so many others in this country, I knew that if I was going to be able to support my family, my only option was to start my own business. There just were no jobs to be had.” – Treasure

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Meet Francinah

Francinah is a natural leader in her community. Affectionately called a “gogo” (grandmother), she is a source of inspiration and encouragement to other entrepreneurs and volunteers in the Paradigm Shift program. Despite her senior status, Francinah maintains a youthful vigor and says,

I don’t want to be left behind when others are running. I want to run with them.” – Francinah

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Meet Sabin

It can be quite difficult to fathom the source and magnitude of Sabin’s strength. A father, husband, son, brother and businessman, Sabin has overcome insurmountable obstacles throughout his life. Ten years ago, he fled political turmoil…