As we enter 2025, women from all walks of life are setting powerful intentions for personal and professional growth. The new year is a chance to reset your life in your own mold; it’s about pursuing bold ambitions, exploring new experiences, and supporting each other in our unique journeys. We talked to a few badass women about how they are approaching the new year—each on her own path of growth and self-discovery, grounded in the values of community, empowerment, and authenticity. 

Scaling New Heights and Making an Impact in the Industry 

For Katharine Baxter, Founder of KB Cannabis Consulting, 2025 is all about growth—personally and professionally. She’s determined to make a difference by taking on bigger projects and pushing herself to explore new markets and uncharted opportunities. Katharine’s focus goes beyond mere success; she’s committed to elevating and championing other businesses in the cannabis industry.  

Similarly, Rose Marie Alvarez, Chief Customer Officer at CannaSpyglass, sees 2025 as the perfect time to expand her team, reach out to new people, and build relationships that are founded on trust and shared vision. For her, growth is about connection, and every client or teammate she meets becomes a piece of the larger community she’s nurturing. In the new year, she’s excited to embrace her role as a leader and mentor, committed to creating an environment where customers can thrive in the rapidly changing cannabis industry.  

Walking in Gratitude and Celebrating Health 

For Raequel K. London, a Sales Associate at Gold Flora, 2025 is a year of intentional growth and gratitude, with each day a celebration of the life she’s fought hard to live. Eleven years ago, her breast cancer diagnosis shifted her entire perspective, instilling in her a profound appreciation for health, family, and the present moment. In the new year, Raequel is committed to living fully and supporting other women in finding wellness through whatever means best suit their lives. She’s even tackling some lighthearted goals—learning to swim, for instance, as a way to embrace new challenges and find joy in simple moments. Raequel’s journey is one of resilience, shaped by an unwavering sense of gratitude that propels her forward each day. For her, 2025 isn’t just a year of personal growth but a year of paying it forward, inspiring others to embrace their strength and seek wellness unapologetically. 

Seeking New Adventures and Expanding Horizons 

Veteran and graduate student Melissa Dennis’ dream for 2025 is rooted in her love of travel and her desire to understand her boyfriend’s culture. She’s setting her sights on South Korea, a country she’s never visited but one that captivates her imagination. Her boyfriend’s family is from South Korea, and she’s looking forward to understanding his heritage. For Melissa, travel isn’t just about ticking off a destination; it’s about expanding her perspective and connecting with the world in a deeper way. Her 2025 goal reflects a thirst for adventure, a desire for growth, and a reminder of the enriching experiences that come from stepping beyond the familiar. Each new place she visits is a chance to connect with herself and with others in ways that bring her closer to her true self. 

Embracing Change and New Beginnings 

For Shelley Simpson of Small and Mighty Marketing, 2025 represents a year of big transitions and fresh starts. She’s looking forward to wrapping up her graduate degree and preparing to move on to the next chapter of her life. It’s a moment that feels both exhilarating and daunting as she steps into the unknown with hope, confidence, and a bit of healthy nervousness. Shelley’s journey this year is about embracing the potential of change, trusting herself to handle whatever comes, and leaning into her adaptability. Her goals are a powerful reminder of the courage it takes to let go of what’s familiar and move toward something new and unknown. 

As we each pursue our 2025 bucket lists, we’re reminded that growth is more than just achieving goals; it’s about the experiences, challenges, and moments that shape us along the way. These women embrace the new year with an open heart, a bold spirit, and a shared commitment to live authentically, empowering one another through community, support, and encouragement.  

Here’s to each step, each accomplishment, and every woman boldly making her mark in 2025.