Episode 46- Creating Beauty from your Dreams with Shakiira Rahaman

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with the Kira Cosmetics founder and entrepreneur, Shakiira Rahaman. Shakiira, who lives with muscular dystrophy. founded her make-up line in 2019 after a life changing event. She joins us to share her experiences, expertise, and advice when it comes to starting her own business, navigating life with a disability, and following dreams.

Your Guests

Shakiira Rahaman

Kira Cosmetics was founded by Shakiira Rahaman, a 37-year-old from Florida who lives with muscular dystrophy. After an extended hospital stay in 2019, the former make-up sales representative was inspired by a YouTube entrepreneur video and created her 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

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.

Connect with Mindy:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendersonmindy/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindyhendersonspeaks/