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Breaking Barriers: How Two DeGroote Students are Transforming Business and Social Change

March 12, 2025

Contributed by: Angelica Babiera

Nicole Rakowski and Julia Vo are breaking barriers in business, health and advocacy.

Nicole, a DeGroote PhD candidate and co-founder of Fitsentive, is revolutionizing fitness with her wellness app, earning recognition as a Top 40 Under 40 and a YWCA Women of Distinction nominee in the Innovation in Business category. Meanwhile, Julia, a DeGroote third-year Integrated Business and Humanities student, drives mental health and homelessness advocacy, earning a YWCA Young Trailblazer nomination. Both are dedicated to creating a healthier, more inclusive world.

In this conversation, they share their journeys, the mentors who shaped them and the lessons they’ve learned. Read more about how they’re leading change here.


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