{"id":7694,"date":"2023-12-18T03:35:59","date_gmt":"2023-12-18T08:35:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miaminewsnetwork.com\/?p=7694"},"modified":"2023-12-18T03:36:01","modified_gmt":"2023-12-18T08:36:01","slug":"sophia-felixs-entrepreneurial-journey-as-a-latina-business-leader","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/miaminewsnetwork.com\/?p=7694","title":{"rendered":"Sophia Felix&#8217;s Entrepreneurial Journey as a Latina Business Leader"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sophiafelixofficial\/\">Sophia Felix<\/a> is a highly accomplished professional in talent management and brand representation. As the CEO of <a href=\"https:\/\/hbmtalent.com\/\">HBM Talent &amp; Management<\/a>, she brings a wealth of experience and a unique approach to her role. Sophia represents clients from diverse fields and is a strong advocate for health and women in the medical cannabis industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drawing from her modeling experience, Sophia recognized the problem of women being taken advantage of in the industry regarding contracts and compensation. This realization motivated her to create a safe space for new talents in the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a strong belief in the value of her advice, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sophiafelixofficial\/\">Sophia<\/a> founded <a href=\"https:\/\/hbmtalent.com\/\">HBM Talent &amp; Management<\/a> to boost model careers, introduce new growth opportunities, and help brands discover the right talent to work with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&#8220;I have had the pleasure of elevating many individuals into a brand and success because I mentor them personally,&#8221;<\/strong> Sophia mentions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the beginning of her career, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sophiafelixofficial\/\">Sophia<\/a> faced several obstacles as an entrepreneur due to a lack of initial funding and the absence of a business attorney. However, her determination, network, negotiation skills, and ability to build a strong team helped her overcome these challenges despite the difficulties in her industry. Currently, Kelly Bagla, Esq., the CEO of Bagla Law Firm and winner of California&#8217;s Attorney of The Year, serves as Sophia&#8217;s business attorney. According to Sophia, having Kelly on her team, especially when representing her clients, has proven to be a game-changer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&#8220;Being a great leader who breaks barriers is what I strive for,&#8221;<\/strong> Sophia shares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her commitment to personally mentoring individuals sets HBM Talent &amp; Management apart. Unlike traditional agencies, clients have direct access to her 24\/7, ensuring personal dedication beyond the norm, emphasizing the importance of building genuine relationships in an industry criticized for lacking personal connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to her responsibilities at HBM Talent, Sophia serves as the Co-Founder and President of the <a href=\"https:\/\/icbwa-ca.org\/\">International Cannabis Consulting Business Women&#8217;s Association (ICBWA)<\/a>, a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles. The organization is committed to empowering female entrepreneurs in the health-focused cannabis sector and ensuring they attain valuable, equitable, and influential positions in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For her upcoming projects, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sophiafelixofficial\/\">Sophia<\/a> includes expanding opportunities for consulting at<a href=\"https:\/\/hbmtalent.com\/\"> HBM Talent &amp; Management<\/a> and organizing more events for the <a href=\"https:\/\/icbwa-ca.org\/\">International Cannabis Consulting Business Women&#8217;s Association (ICBWA)<\/a>. She plans to meet with public officials in Los Angeles to unite the community and raise awareness about the benefits of medical cannabis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sophiafelixofficial\/\">Sophia<\/a> is also embarking on a culinary adventure in collaboration with her partner Shawna B, with the introduction of &#8220;Peace, Love, and Protein,&#8221; a cookbook set to release in 2024. Simultaneously, focusing on the constantly evolving digital media landscape, she desires to venture into podcasting, envisioning a future where creativity knows no bounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about Sophia Felix, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sophiafelixofficial\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sophia Felix is a highly accomplished professional in talent management and brand representation. As the CEO of HBM Talent &amp; Management, she brings a wealth of experience and a unique approach to her role. Sophia represents clients from diverse fields and is a strong advocate for health and women in the medical cannabis industry. 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