Nov 18 2024 27 mins
In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with the Kira Cosmetics founder and entrepreneur, who lives with muscular dystrophy. Shakiira Rahaman, who founded her make-up line in 2019 after a life changing event, joins us to share her experiences, expertise, and advice when it comes to navigating life and following your dreams.
Transcript
Guests:
Kira Cosmetics was founded by Shakiira Rahaman, a 37-year-old Fl. woman with Muscular Dystrophy. After an extended hospital stay in 2019, she went home and was inspired by a YouTube entrepreneur video. As a former make-up sales rep, she set out to create her first make-up line! Perfect for make-up lovers who love the art of makeup, Kira Cosmetics is cruelty-free, recyclable, and has packaging that becomes decor.
Connect with Shakiira:
Transcript
Guests:
Kira Cosmetics was founded by Shakiira Rahaman, a 37-year-old Fl. woman with Muscular Dystrophy. After an extended hospital stay in 2019, she went home and was inspired by a YouTube entrepreneur video. As a former make-up sales rep, she set out to create her first make-up line! Perfect for make-up lovers who love the art of makeup, Kira Cosmetics is cruelty-free, recyclable, and has packaging that becomes decor.
Connect with Shakiira:
- Website: https://kiracosmetics.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/C2h08KJs8Kx/
Host:
Mindy Henderson is MDA’s Vice President of Disability Outreach & Empowerment & Editor-in-Chief of Quest Media, and the host of this podcast. She was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, type 2 when she was 15 months old and has been a life-long partner to MDA. Mindy is also a motivational speaker and a writer, and author of the book, The Truth About Things That Suck.
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