Stephanie Houston, entrepreneur and 5x founder, is a trailblazer in multiple industries as the co-founder of several start-up concepts over the last 25 years including Island Getaway Rum, America’s first Latina-owned production distillery. Her most notable project was Platinum select Healthcare Staffing, a medical recruitment firm serving all 50 states with 700+ employees. The company was sold to AMN in 2008 allowing Stephanie the opportunity to work on various projects in the DFW area. Breaking barriers and challenging norms, Stephanie’s journey is a tale of both business triumph and cultural significance. Her commitment to diversity and advocacy shines through as Island Getaway Rum stands as a beacon of inclusivity. Stephanie actively champions minority owned businesses and offers expertise to entrepreneurs in various stages of their start-up journey.