Surge has created a network of like minded individuals that are able to advance the dreams of others. It is my desire to be part of that network; not just because of how it can benefit me, but because of how I can be a benefit to this collective. I am a believer that we have everything we need within our racial group to achieve our goals. What we may lack is the opportunity or understanding of how we can put all of the pieces together. I look forward to the possibility of building connections with other members of the cohort and providing access to the networks that I have already established.