Following her passion in film making against all odds

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Business executive, filmmaker and producer Gia Noortas has over 20 years of mastery in the world of natural resources and media. In this episode, she shares how she navigated each respective industry- cultivating an abundance of skills and know-how that maintains her success. Hear insights on building a career and pursuing dreams despite the odds as Gia dives into her story of defining her identity, raising self-assured children and leading multiple, thriving businesses.

Life is a process right? There's no point A or B. Point A you're born, point B you die- everything in between is a process.
In this episode, you'll discover:
  • How Gia balances business and film making careers with film festivals and film deals as a Cultural Ambassador of Kazakhstan to USA  
  • Tips on maximizing opportunities and obligation.
  • Gia’s process of migrating, starting a business and raising a family in another country.
  • The roadblocks sexual harassment can present for women across industries.
  • Insights on financing a film and starting a media company.
  • Gia’s personal experience building and keeping a strong network.
  • How she got to be a judge on “World’s Best” CBS TV Show
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Anar Umurzak

I'm a curious mind whose favorite thing in the world is to ask questions that help me fully understand. With each episode we will uncover trends that you can use to build an algorithm to your own success.
Anar Umurzakova

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