"This year has granted me time to appreciate the voice and heritage that being Indian has given me. I've been very reflective of my personal history, starting with my parents' upbringing in Kenya, to them coming to the U.S. for more opportunities and my journey in the fashion industry. I feel I have a responsibility to other Indians and people of colour to support their dreams of being in fashion. It's important that I do everything I can to uplift future generations of designers and creatives to further their dreams."