I am constantly inspired by women — the hustle, what we are capable of creating and becoming, what obstacles we have to overcome and how each of us contributes to breaking down the glass ceiling. It’s true, women are magic.

For International Women’s History Month, I launched a series that features the women that I’m lucky enough to know — whether it be in my social network, at work, through creative endeavors or connected through a social media app. These women are the future and they are paving the way for futures to come.

These are their stories.

Portrait illustrations are by Hailey Coral. You can also follow Hailey on Instagram.