A Modern Looking Glass: Kariz Matic

Introducing Kariz Matic, a female-founder, CEO, mother, and long-distance cyclist!

What makes you feel beautiful?

"I feel most beautiful when I can share my joy, excitement, and optimism with others. The picture of me after my race, hugging my friend is a perfect moment of me feeling beautiful. Even though I was tired, sweaty, and dirty because at that moment I felt my authenticity and that is really what makes me feel most beautiful."

What accomplishments are you most proud of?

"I am most proud of having raised my daughter who has grown into a strong and beautiful woman herself. Along the way, I used the adversities of being a teen mom as motivation to pursue my own goals. I am so proud that I have been able to have a 20-year career in tech, starting my first company The Matic, and creating Champaign.

Empowering other women in my profession and through my philanthropy has been incredibly rewarding. I am proud of being an endurance cyclist, riding AIDS lifecycle, the 7-day, 545-mile bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles 3 years in a row and counting!"

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