INTRODUCING GABRIEL
Learn | Do | Serve | Inspire — The Purpose
Personal Background
I was captivated by the worlds of music, art, sports and fashion at a young age. Growing up in Brooklyn, New York, where inspiration lies on every block, cultivated my creative spirit and inspired me to always dream big. I became deeply interested in pursuing a music career and started writing songs in 2014. In 2017, my ambitions drove me to give up my scholarship and withdraw from St. Francis College. Determined to succeed, I was willing to bet on myself and dream big.
While I did not achieve my desired success (yet), the years I spent pursuing my dreams were immensely fulfilling and rewarding, enabling me to unlock new levels of creativity. Through the challenges I faced, I learned to carry on with resilience. My "go hard" attitude piqued my curiosity about marketing and how it affects consumer behavior. It was that curiosity that influenced me to take a break from music in 2021 and shift focus to learning the marketing world.
Apart from music, my passion lies in fashion (luxury/streetwear/sneakers), sports (basketball/tennis/track), art (all expressions and formats), technology, entertainment, physical fitness, and anything wellness-related. I’m always thirsty for self-development and learning new things (like Japanese—Konnichiwa👋🏾). I enjoy engaging with people, fostering connections, and public speaking.
I’m driven by my purpose
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Knowledge is power and being a lifelong learner is how I activate that power. The more I learn and develop myself, the more I can do.
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Every action we take is for a desired result. I strive to do with intentionality, so that my actions from today can positively affect my tomorrow.
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There will always be people in need of help, support, advice or upliftment. I prioritize acts of service and kindness so that most of my "doings" in life are focused on servicing others.
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My end goal is to create a lasting impact in the world, and build a legacy that inspires future generations. To achieve this is to fulfill my life's purpose.
“Everybody can be great, because everybody can SERVE … You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”
— Martin Luther King Jr.
Service is at the core of my being. Over the years, I’ve been dedicated to creating positive experiences and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.
I actively volunteer with a few organizations including Fathers Heart Ministries NYC, The Bowery Mission, CAMBA, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and more. While at Google, I had the pleasure of planning and leading nearly a dozen career immersion events for underrepresented youths in New York, impacting over 1,000 students.
#SpreadLoveItsTheBrooklynWay