Remembering Wendy Chioji

By Growing Bolder

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Last Updated on November 9, 2020

If you’ve watched Growing Bolder over the years you know that one of most talented and inspirational team members was Wendy Chioji. Wendy was not only a regular on our programs, she was a good friend and colleague for over 35 years. In our new season of Growing Bolder, we pay tribute to the one and only Wendy by sharing some of her most inspirational words and wisdom. We miss you, Wendy.

Don’t just take our word for it. Read Wendy’s own words on the life-changing power of DEFY in her final column for Growing Bolder Magazine.

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