By: Alex Popa
Grace Benicee Vallon was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, raised in New York, and currently resides in Miami, FL. Her Haitian heritage has been a driving force in shaping her resilience and strength.
Though she initially hesitated to openly share her Haitian identity due to negative media portrayals, her deep exploration of Haitian history and culture helped her embrace her roots.
Education and Professional Journey
Grace took a non-traditional path in her professional career, choosing to pursue a trade in financial and insurance planning rather than attending a traditional college. Through training on Wall Street, she earned her license and certifications, positioning herself as a licensed financial professional.
Her goal is to build the #1 diverse financial agency, empowering families and individuals through financial education and strategic planning. Grace is also committed to inspiring more Haitians to enter the finance industry, as she recognizes the significant underrepresentation of both women and Haitians in the field.
Career Aspirations and Accomplishments
Grace has always aspired to be independent. She understood at a young age that money is a powerful tool that she can use to benefit her family, community, and country. Her current role as a financial professional aligns with these aspirations, allowing her to assist others while realizing her long-term goals.
One of her most notable accomplishments in the past year has been self-learning marketing. She applied these techniques to help grow a startup company and strengthen her personal brand. This accomplishment has provided her with new opportunities, and she is enthusiastic about the potential of this knowledge to enhance the success of her agency.
Goals and Vision for the Future
In the next 12 months, Grace aims to expand her agency, reaching more diverse clients and further breaking down barriers in the finance industry for Haitians. Her personal and professional goals revolve around empowering individuals to control their financial futures.
By providing access to financial literacy, Grace wants to ensure that people make informed decisions that lead to long-term financial security and independence. She also hopes to inspire others to cultivate a strong personal brand that reflects their unique values and strengths.
Impact on the Haitian Community
One of Grace’s core missions is to provide financial literacy to the Haitian community. She understands that access to financial education is key to helping individuals make better financial decisions and improve their quality of life.
She also brings her marketing expertise to the table, offering Haitians the tools and resources needed to enhance their personal branding and business growth.
Talents and Hobbies
Grace excels at marketing and branding, particularly in the finance sector, which she believes the Haitian community can greatly benefit from. Additionally, she is passionate about writing, reading, and creating content.
She enjoys spending quality time with her family and exploring new places whenever she gets the chance.
Through her career, advocacy, and passion for empowering others, Grace Benicee Vallon continues to make strides in the finance industry while uplifting the Haitian community.
