Aura Imbarus can be likened to a rocketship — colorful, vibrant, and unstoppable when it comes to making her dreams come true. As a speaker, she shows her audience that anything is possible for them. Having lived in a communist country, Aura truly knows the meaning of “freedom” and enjoys it to the fullest. Her accomplishments are stellar, from earning a Ph.D. to learning multiple languages to writing a memoir that became a Pulitzer Prize entry. Throughout her life, she overcome some heartbreaking setbacks and emerged stronger because of her determination and hard work. And she believes others can use the lessons she teaches to succeed as well. I’ve heard Aura speak several times, and each time I leave knowing that she believes in me and that challenges are part of the journey to my particular star.