In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner sits down with Sarah Akiba, the founder and owner of The Lab, a natural light photo and event studio, and AWOM (Angel Watching Over Me), a non-profit organization focused on community-driven change. Her impressive resume includes being a celebrity wardrobe stylist, creative director, philanthropist, aesthetic curator, and the creator of THE PULL, a unique showroom showcasing her personal archives for creatives.

They dive into Sarah’s journey—from managing multiple entrepreneurial ventures, her day in the life, to breaking into celebrity fashion styling and her experience working in the Latin music industry. She opens up about the impact of leaving a toxic relationship, and the importance of laughter, joy, and authenticity in friendships. Manning and Sarah also touch on the power of surrounding yourself with the right people and employees, the significance of gratitude journaling, and how being a good person can make a lasting impact. She shares advice for women finding their purpose, and Manning shares advice on how we can lead better.

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