I am joining Hub Oakland to become a member of a community of entrepreneurs, activists, artists, purpose-driven seekers and professionals acting on our passions and unleashing creativity in ways that make us come alive! Our aim is to leave a legacy of a thriving, just and sustainable world. We envision a future where each individual understands that they are inextricably interconnected to all other beings and the Earth; a future where every business, organization, or company will take courageous and mindful action to become a part of the solution and use their potential to create positive impact and equity for all. As a part of this community, I understand that it is my responsibility to maintain, and advance the following 8 Hub Oakland Principles:

• Authenticity: We invite the whole person into the space and create a container for authenticity to emerge.

• Radical Inclusivity: We believe in order to create a thriving and resilient community all voices and perspectives must be invited to the conversation. We thrive because we are diverse and multicultural.

• Creativity & Expression: We believe at the core of transformation is creativity. We inspire each other to express our creativity and purpose.

• Collaboration: Our meme is innovation through collaboration. We embody the African proverb: “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together”.

• Inspiration: We believe a spark of inspiration has the ability to change the world. We consciously create an atmosphere of inspiration.

• Respect: We honor each other’s special gifts and differences and keep sacred our physical environment.

• Reciprocity: We value the opportunity to give to our community and receive from it.

• Effectiveness: We leverage each other’s strengths and resources and gain the knowledge we need to effectively contribute to making a better world.