Woman of the Week – Hilary Corna

Hilary Corna

My Current Job/Company:
Author of One White Face, National Speaker, & Kaizen Leader; On a Nationwide High School & College Speaking Tour sponsored by Toyota Motor USA.

My Birthdate:
05.01.85

My Work:
I inspire courage and possibilities in students and young professionals to better prepare them for the global work environment.

My Passion:
Japan, Yoga, my family

My Family:
Renee (mom), Joey (twin brother), Emily (28), Adrienne (31), Johnny (33)

My Hero:
My mom.

My Escape:
Rawa Island, Malaysia

My Pet Peeve:
Having to repeat or redo something.

My Indulgence:
Sweets: Creme brulee and/or Tiramisu.

My Roots:
Family oriented; 5 acres; Outskirts of city

My Future:
City; In the hustle; Spreading love

My Love:
Having silly dialogue with International Students. The daily surprises of living abroad. The final few moments of yoga practice. Hugging my best friends. Walking my mom’s dogs with her.

My Movie:
Pretty Woman.

My Quote on Life:
“Life is a daring adventure or nothing at all.” – Helen Keller

My Accessory:
Titanium Skagen watch

My Advice to Young Women:
Respect your elders

How I Balance it All:
I say no, a lot.