Our Community Collective is a vibrant network of predominantly BIPOC small businesses, artists, makers, & creatives who collaborate with
Tori in the House to transform houses into homes. From unique home goods to thoughtful, grounding touches—like art, books, plants, scents, and vintage treasures—they help bring the trauma-informed design aspect of Tori in the House to life, creating culturally meaningful, healing spaces that empower our clients as they transition into stability & independence.
As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we’re shining a light on some of the stellar women from our Community Collective—visionaries, creators, & culture-shifters who help us style for stability & allow Tori in the House to thrive. We’re giving flowers to the women whose work goes far beyond their craft—who pour care, dignity, & joy into every home we furnish. Our foundation is stronger & more vibrant because they’re part of it.
I also want to give special recognition to two incredible Jens in my life—each doing transformative work in this world rooted in equity and care.
Jen García my brilliant, powerhouse friend and an astounding community educator and innovator in the AI space. Jen has taken the AI world by force, teaching communities affected by systemic inequities how to leverage AI so we don’t get left behind. She’s created her own lane—and her own table—and breaks complex topics down in ways that are easy to digest, accessible, and (dare I say) even fun. Her tenacity and drive astound me. She advocates for you in big rooms even when you’re not there. She’s the kind of cheerleader who truly wants everyone to win and will walk alongside you to help you get there. I’m so proud of her and everything she’s doing now—and everything that’s coming next.
Jen and I both lost our moms around the same time, and both of our mothers were trailblazers in their own right—incredible forces in this world. There’s no doubt that we are Debbie and Sharon’s daughters, finding our way forward by the example they set and the legacy they left behind. Thank you, Jen, for being such a powerful force for good in this world.
And to my incredible mentor,
Jenifer Harris of
Connected to Lead thank you for guiding me with grace, brilliance, & bold leadership. You’ve been a steady light on this journey as I build Tori in the House, offering wisdom, strategy, & unwavering encouragement. You model what it looks like to lead with integrity while staying grounded in joy. I’m grateful for how you’ve poured into me and reminded me to keep showing up in alignment, even on the hard days. Your impact in this world and the lives you’ve touched is felt deeply.
I’m so deeply grateful to be surrounded by the incredible women of our Community Collective, who help Tori in the House furnish futures, and to stand alongside such remarkable changemakers—through both of my Jens. Y’all make this world more equitable, more compassionate, and a better place to be.
Happy Women’s History Month!