Welcome to the "Go Big to Give Big" podcast with Randy Molland and Steve Arneson! In this episode, we are talking about impact-driven business and the importance of giving with Victoria Chanel! Victoria is a real-life superhero fighting child sex trafficking. She founded Children’s Safe Haven and Band of Hope to raise awareness and provide resources. Partnering with the International Network of Hearts, Victoria is building a new home to shelter up to fifty rescued children. Her non-profit provides around-the-clock care, therapy, education, housing, medical, and dental care for survivors. Victoria believes everyone can play a part in the fight against sex trafficking by educating themselves and taking action. Currently, she's focused on raising funds and awareness for the "Together We Build" Gala, which will provide shelter to fifty children, including twenty at risk of losing their homes.   In this episode, Victoria shares her journey to creating her business. She discusses the challenges she faced and her mission to support a struggling orphanage. Victoria emphasizes empowering survivors through purpose-driven jewelry collaborations and building relationships through events and service. The conversation highlights the responsibility entrepreneurs have to give back and the importance of focusing on one purpose. Victoria also discusses heartwarming moments and encourages entrepreneurs to incorporate giving into their business from the beginning.   Join us for an inspiring conversation on how entrepreneurs use their businesses to make an impact and create a better future!   [00:00 – 15:11] Giving is More Fulfilling than Receiving Victoria shares on how she has always had a philanthropic nature, even from a young age.Victoria personally feels more fulfilled giving than receiving.Victoria's grandparents taught her to give from a young age.Victoria founded Band of Hope, a jewelry company that employs human trafficking survivors to create bracelets and donates 10% of their profits to charity.The bracelets are designed to empower survivors to have a job that they can do anywhere.  [13:03 - 32:09] An Entrepreneur's Responsibility to Make a Difference ·      Victoria discusses the impact of traveling to different countries and experiencing different cultures. ·      She believes that visiting impactful retreats or experiences, such as working with children in need, should be mandatory for adults. ·      She shares their own experience of traveling to Haiti and how it changed their perspective on life and privilege. ·      Victoria discusses the responsibility that comes with privilege and the importance of finding a personal connection to a cause when giving back. ·      She emphasizes the role of entrepreneurs in changing the world and using their power to create a better future.   [32:09 - 38:07] Quick Questions ·      Brag one about a charity you like: Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation ·      What would get you more excited? Donating a $1 million check or spending a week physically helping others: “One million dollars, absolutely!” ·      Who inspires you with their giving? Mr. Beast, Dan Fleyshman, and Kris Krohn. ·      Do you entrepreneurs should start including a giving component in their business from day one, or wait until they've seen some success and have some money in the bank: “Money only amplifies who you already are, so I would say build it in from the beginning.” ·      What is the first thing that you think of when you hear Go Big to Give Big: “Going all in on whatever purpose, passion, or business has the power to allow you to go big and change the world.” ·      In one word, describe the feeling you get when you give: Fulfilled ·      Do you believe that money can buy you happiness: " I don't think money itself can buy you happiness, but I think how you utilize it and use it can definitely help you live a pre