Born and raised in Manila, Vanessa, with her Filipino-Indian roots, has worn many hats throughout her journey as a self-made business owner. In this conversation, we dive into her passion for running her own business, what she finds most fulfilling, and how she maintains a work-life balance as a full-time business owner. We also unravel the reasons behind her transcontinental move to the US and the unexpected revelations she encountered during the immigration process.

Vanessa keeps her life colorful and busy, follow her creative endeavors from managing The Raconteur Collective to her studio Tigercatstudios and her side business Heather and Plume on Instagram.