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“I've been in a number of communities and I think that sharing your challenges and your, even fear, you know, fears and challenges and your wins, which I think as women can be very hard sometimes to do with others…”
In this episode of Startups In Stilettos, host Ingrid Zapata-Read sit down with Sequoia Armstrong, conscious travel consultant, community builder, and founder of Puebla York, a boutique travel consultancy helping women design meaningful, mindful, and sustainable travel experiences.
Born and raised in Maui with Japanese heritage and deep ties to Mexico, Sequoia shares how her lifelong love of travel evolved into a purpose-driven business that empowers women — especially women of color — to explore the world intentionally.
What we talked about:
Importance of Solo Travel [4:14]
Conscious Travel [9:42]
Always Unique [12:47]
How Sequoia Supports You [17:52]
Different Growth Strategies [23:12]
Connect with Sequoia:
@pueblayorkinc on Instagram
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Connect with Ingrid:
@itsingridsworld on Instagram
Ingrid Zapata-Read on Linkedin
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Guests
Sequoia Armstrong
Hosts
Ingrid Zapata Read
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Ingrid Zapata Read is a community strategist and founder of Grow With Community. She helps businesses get closer to the people they serve and build stronger, more intentional relationships around their mission.
After building a global community for moms of over 200,000 members, and through her experience in sales, startups, and customer experience, Ingrid brings a people-first perspective to growth across industries. She’s known for her thoughtful, practical approach and believes community building should be a part of every business strategy.
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