Cole: What would you say is the primary motivating factor behind your leadership?
Cole: Who are your role models, and what life- changing lessons did you pick up from them? Boothe: I’ve had many role models, but I’ll share two who have deeply shaped how I lead and live. First, my aunt. Her influence runs deep. She’s always been committed to excellence and authenticity, and she never accepted anything less from me. She didn’t let me skip the details, make excuses, or fake my way through anything. And because of that, I learned to value being honest with myself. If I’m real about where I am and how I’m showing up, I can transform anything. That standard of self-accountability has stayed with me throughout my life. The second is Patricia Barela Rivera, a former SBA Colorado District Director, and the first woman of color I witnessed in a powerful federal leadership role—and she let me in close enough to see the truth behind the title. I watched how
Boothe: So at my core, my values are purpose, growth, and accountability. I believe we’re all here with divine assignments—and I wake up each day trying to honor mine. Leadership, for me, is about becoming the highest version of myself so that I can live with purpose and impact. It’s about asking, Who did God create me to be? What did God send me to do? Who did God send me to help or serve? —and not being passive about that answer. I work daily to grow into that vision. Not just for myself, but for God, for my ancestors, and for the people who count on me every day. I truly believe that everyone is here for a purpose—and when you’re aligned with it, you’re not just leading … you’re showing up in service of something bigger. That’s what motivates me: knowing that how I live and lead has ripple effects far beyond me - and across generations.
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