I see myself as someone who enjoys exploring new paths and discovering where they might lead. Along the way, I have experienced both successes and failures—sometimes very painful ones—but each has taught me valuable lessons and given me practical experience.

Early on, I tried importing inexpensive scarves from overseas and selling them on Amazon. The venture failed, leaving me with hundreds of dusty scarves in my garage. That experience taught me that the lowest price is not always the best strategy; true success comes from creating real value for customers. I also experimented with investing—buying oversold stocks of struggling companies in hopes of a rebound, and trading highly volatile options. These efforts did not turn out well either, and I lost thousands of dollars. However, they taught me important lessons about patience, discipline, and the principles of value investing.

Over time, I realized that I want to focus on areas where I am both skilled and passionate—places where I am willing to invest my time, energy, and capital over the long term. My goal is to create genuine value first, while generating sustainable returns through thoughtful risk management.

This mindset ultimately led me to start businesses in Blacksburg, bringing Junzi Kitchen and Moge Tea to my community. Everything about the process was new and exciting: the meticulous planning, the negotiations, the fundraising, and—most importantly—the opportunity to work with incredible people to turn these ideas into reality. Looking back, I am proud of the progress I have made, and I am excited about what lies ahead.