Introducing Our December Member Spotlight: Meet Tetiana & Vlad!
Tetiana and Vlad joined Lemonade Collective in May and quickly settled into the community. This dynamic duo is known for their passion for fitness and their welcoming presence, making connections everywhere they go! Their incredible skills have even been featured on our Instagram page, inspiring others to push their limits. We're thrilled to have Tetiana and Vlad as part of the Lemonade Collective family!
We had the opportunity to interview Tetiana and Vlad and are excited to share their story with you!
Can you share a brief overview of your background and journey that has led you to where you are today?
We are both from Odessa, Ukraine. When the war in Ukraine started, Vlad was already in Poland. In 2022 there was a special program for Ukrainians to get a visa to Canada, and we did it, not knowing whether we would use this visa or not. But then during discussions we decided to take a risk and try, and that's how we ended up in Canada.
What are some of the key moments or experiences in your life or career that have shaped who you are and what you're passionate about?
Tetiana: I always wanted to dance! I started dance classes since I was 4 years old and I havent stopped dancing since. I love to dance and to teach dance and movement.
Vlad: I always loved to prepare food and it is my dream to be an amazing chef and create amazing food for people to enjoy.
What drives and motivates you in your work or personal pursuits, and how do you stay inspired and focused?
We are inspired by our potential future in Canada. Canada is welcoming to all nationalities. In Canada we can feel “breath” and have the opportunity to learn and pursue a desired future.
Could you highlight some of the projects or endeavours you're currently involved in that you're particularly excited about?
Vlad - I am inspired by the kitchen. I love cooking, being creative in my presentations. Now I work in the kitchen and am inspired by cooking. I love cooking for my loved ones and watching them enjoy my food.
Tetiana: I had many projects in the Ukraine that I enjoyed related to dancing and as a Social Media specialist and related to my post secondary education in Maritime Logistics. So now, in Canada, I am trying to get established in all or any of these activities/professions.