50. An Iranian Immigrant’s Journey of Resilience and Connection | Sholeh Veiseh

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Going Rogue 2.0! 🎙️ Join host Melissa Myers as she sits down with the remarkable Sholeh Veiseh, an Iranian immigrant whose journey will move and motivate you. Sholeh arrived in the U.S. over 40 years ago with little more than hope and determination. Today, she’s the proud owner of Down to Earth, a beloved Grand Haven boutique she’s run for 35 years. In this episode, Sholeh opens up about her incredible story—overcoming challenges, embracing her Iranian heritage, and building a thriving business from the ground up. She shares heartfelt reflections on Iran’s rich culture, history, and cuisine, breaking down common misconceptions and inviting us to see her homeland through a new lens. But Sholeh's impact goes far beyond her boutique. Discover how she’s given back to her community, organizing fashion shows that have raised over $200,000 for Mosaic Counseling. Her story is a testament to resilience, cultural pride, and the power of giving back. Don’t miss this uplifting conversation that will leave you inspired to chase your dreams and make a difference! 👇 Timestamps for Key Moments: 00:00 – Introduction & Sholeh's Arrival in the U.S.   04:15 – Building Down to Earth: The Boutique’s Origin Story   11:30 – Debunking Myths: Iran’s Culture, History, and Cuisine   18:45 – Community Impact: Fashion Shows & Fundraising for Mosaic Counseling   27:10 – Lessons in Resilience and Giving Back If you enjoy stories of perseverance, cultural pride, and community spirit, hit that play button and subscribe for more incredible journeys on Going Rogue 2.0! Connect with  IG: https://www.instagram.com/nextchapterwithsholeh FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/14cKwM5rzKc/?mibextid=wwXIfr Or... https://www.facebook.com/share/1B8X4HURJp/?mibextid=wwXIfr #immigrantstorie  #IranianCulture #WomenInBusiness #CommunityImpact #GoingRoguePodcast