Meet DECA Club President: Genesis Ruiz #PeopleofSLCC

Genesis Ruiz

"As soon as I started letting go of expectations of what my life should look like, blessings flourished into my life." Genesis Ruiz

Name: Genesis Ruiz

Pronouns: She/Her

Age: 27

Residence: Salt Lake City

Major: Associate of Business

Academic goals: I strive for A’s or A- while not being hard on myself because I’m also here for the experience.

Dream job: CEO of my consulting firm that helps small businesses and minorities. Also, I’d love to be involved in politics.

Plan B: Become a politician

Why higher education? Education alone has opened so many doors for me. Knowledge is power. The more I learn, the more I share, and the more doors open for me!

Why SLCC: SLCC has been a blessing I never thought I’d experience. When I say that I’m blessed to be getting a higher education, I mean it. College was never an option for me. I’m the oldest in my family. My mom is a single mom and my priorities did not include college because it was unattainable and unaffordable.

I chose SLCC because of its affordability but, most importantly, its schedule and because I now have a lifestyle/job that allows me to prioritize higher education.

What motivates you or inspires you at school or in life: Every connection I make makes me eager for other relationships to come. Everyone’s journey is an inspiration for me—one to share my experience with others. Two, learn about others and their trials and tribulations. This applies to my personal life as well as school.

Meaningful life or career lessons you have learned so far: Your past doesn’t determine your future. Whatever you’ve gone through is a chapter to share with others so you can inspire them to keep growing and going.

Family: My family is everything to me. They are a huge reason why I’m furthering my education. To teach and remind them that life has so much to offer. Make the sacrifices now so later, you enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Hobbies: I love the gym, but I also love staying cozy at home. I love going to art galleries, theatres, movies, sightseeing, and eating. My other hobbies include working as a freelance makeup artist and creating content for my podcast.

Awards/accomplishments: I have been acknowledged at work for my great worth ethic and leadership skills.

School accomplishments, it’s my second semester in school, and I have accomplished the opportunity to represent The Gail Miller school of business twice on the news, and I gave a speech alongside her at the opening ceremony the day of the announcement.

Genesis Ruiz speaking at The Gail Miller School of Business press conference

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