This week M+K sits across the table with Michele Kawamoto Perry, the Founder of The Forward Project, a Los Angeles-based consultancy that provides leadership development and training. She talks with us about cooking, creativity and her current community projects.
1. My cooking inspiration…
Is my husband. He can whip up a delicious meal out of whatever he finds in the fridge and pantry. I am always in awe of what he creates and feel fortunate to be able to enjoy the fruits of his labour.
2. A meal that reminds me of home…
Is lasagna. All the neighbourhood kids loved coming over when my mother made her famous lasagna.
3. A life lesson cooking has taught me…
That thinking outside of the box and taking some creative license can yield wonders.
4. When I want to be creative I…
Spend some time in nature or put on some fun music and dance.
5. The most transformational book I’ve read is…
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz – seemingly simple yet so powerful.
6. The routines that keep me grounded are…
Sleep, exercise and meditation.
7. I recently learnt…
The magic formula to growing healthy orchids – ice cubes once a week, window sill placement, a little tenderness and lots of patience.
8. Favourite random act of kindness…
Is a smile. The ripple effect of a genuinely warm smile is like a miracle that keeps unfolding.
9. To make a difference in my community I…
Serve on the board of The Academy Project, a non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the educational and life outcomes of foster youth in Los Angeles.
10. Right now, I’m grateful for…
My incredibly supportive and loving network of friends and family. My life wouldn’t be the same without them.
Michele Kawamoto Perry is the Founder of The Forward Project, a Los Angeles-based consultancy that provides leadership development and training to support organizations in aligning their operations and outcomes with their mission, vision and values. She is also an angel investor, a certified sommelier and a lover of travel, food, languages and helping clients uncover their best selves.
To connect visit:
Website: www.theforward-project.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michelekawamotoperry
