The Advocate

THESE PROS ARE UNITERS AND AMPLIFIERS. THEY’RE MOTIVATED BY INCLUSIVITY AND A DESIRE TO INVITE PEOPLE IN WHILE CREATING WORK THAT AUTHENTICALLY REFLECTS A COUPLE’S ROOTS.

Erin and Steve Sok of Sok Vision

@Sok.Vision

Based in: Washington, DC

Expertise: Videographers

@LePetitePrive

Based in: New York

Expertise: Event Planner

Founded: September 2016

Motivated to: Foster Mutual Respect

Xin Huang of Le Petit Privé

Xin aims to create intentional designs that are both visually stimulating and packed with meaning and purpose. To do so, she invests deeply in “honorable vendor relationships that foster mutual respect, so we can all have a healthy work environment. Staying true to our ethics and our level of care are guiding lights for us.”

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “You can tell by her events that she’s interested in pushing the envelope, and she surrounds herself with people who do the same.” — @CalenRose

Founded: June 2017

Motivated to: Create Space for All

“We are proud to disrupt the narrative of who deserves luxury. We hope when people see us in the luxury space, they feel safe to be fully themselves. Representation is important, and we’re honored to be a bridge for minority filmmakers. Everyone is running toward the same goal to love their families and build community. Yet each person’s approach happens through the lens of culture, race, gender, etc. This diversity makes beautifully rich stories that remind us about why we’re connected.”

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “Erin and Steve do a great job of storytelling from the heart. They bring a new outlook on how to showcase love stories and emotions.” — @FavoredbyYodit

Caitlin Fulton Kuchemba of Fulton Events

@FultonEvents

Based in: Pennsylvania

Expertise: Event Planner

Founded: May 2015

Motivated by: Endless Possibilities

“One benefit of owning my own business is waking up daily knowing there is no limit to our creativity. I love working with vendors who share the same mindset to elevate their work. I want to leave a legacy as someone who not only rose themselves, but helped others rise with them. As part of that, I’m most proud of the team I have built and the opportunities I’ve been able to provide them. As a female-owned business, it’s important to me to give women the chance to grow, thrive and flourish.”

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I am amazed by Caitlin’s ability to create designs that represent her clients. She thinks of little things that make a huge impact.” — @RedfieldPhoto

“Wedding videography is still a very male-dominated field. We are an all-female cinematography team that has built this thriving business through solid relationships and communication.” What’s even more impressive than Kelly’s success is her desire to share it. “I hope to encourage female cinematographers that we can run sustainable and profitable businesses while being wives and mothers.”

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “Kelly is one of the most caring people

I’ve met in this industry, always making sure everyone around her is working at their best capacity and, if they’re not, seeing how she can help. Simply put, she makes this entire industry better, and she does it with a smile and heart of service.” — @SaciaMatthews

@K.LaFleurFilms

Based in: Nebraska

Expertise: Videographer

Founded: June 2016

Motivated to: Empower Female Filmmakers