“I believe in ‘Community First’ philosophy and promote ‘Dance for a cause’. Anyone can dance but it’s meaningless if it does not bring true happiness and wellbeing around us.” Today’s woman dreamer, Ekta Jain, is the founder of Ekta Dance Academy. From kathak to bollywood, salsa to hip-hop, Ekta has been a passionate dancer for many years. Outside of her dance career, she embodies a “community-first” mindset, actively working with numerous community organizations like ISW, SEWA, and more. As we enter the season of giving, we are excited to share her inspiring story!

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“When I learned that Hip-Hop was created by Black and Latino youth who felt they weren’t being accepted in their community so they built a community of their own — my life changed. I’ve committed to creating inclusive communities, one dance step at a time, since that very day. “ Today’s woman dreamer, Jessie Alegria, is a Boston-based dance entrepreneur, with a passion for hip hop and empowering women. In her Women Who Win interview, Jessie reflects on early journey in dance, and shares her thoughts on Boston’s growing dance scene. She writes, “Boston’s dance scene is here and growing. I think a lot of time Boston artists do not get enough credit compared to NYC or LA where there is a more prominent scene. However, Boston dancers and artists of all trades are incredibly talented, forward-thinking and community-driven.” Enjoy her story, and for those in the Boston area, check out Hip Hop Pop Up!

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“Dance is a medium in which women can unlock their greatest power. “ Today’s woman dreamer, Ariana Perry, is a Boston-based Technology Consultant with a passion for dance. In her Women Who Win interview, she shares her journey, her favorite female dancers, and how she balances her technology career with her artistic passions. She writes, “Listen to your body. My advice is to have patience; it can be challenging to switch from a dancer to a technology consultant lifestyle. Being a dancer is a mindset.” Enjoy!

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With the explosion of social media in the last one decade and the ever expanding reach of OTT platforms and Internet in remote areas, I see the reach of media expanding in a huge way. Today’s woman dreamer, Monika Rawal is is Senior Entertainment Editor at Hindustan Times, and has more than a decade of experience with various streams in media. A movie buff, a foodie and a travel junkie, with a sharp wit, she believes a go-getter attitude is paramount for success and is on a mission to mentor future journalists and creators. In her Women Who Win interview, she shares her journey, her thoughts on the everchanging media landscape, and memorable experiences interviewing Bollywood celebrities. Enjoy!

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