Stephanie Saenz was born prematurely in Long Beach, California in 1984. She grew up in Hemet, California primarily living with her mother but spending much of her time at her grandparents' house, having a close relationship with her grandfather. She describes herself as loving, caring, kind, and compassionate. Her goals include becoming a foster parent to help children in need and earning a master's degree to work in the mental health field. She finds inspiration from her late grandfather and mother.

1. Personal Branding Project
Stephanie Saenz
California Baptist University

2. Introduction
 Name: Stephanie Rose Saenz
 Born: November 20, 1984
 Place of birth: Long Beach
 My birth story is nothing short of a miracle. I was born
at 27 weeks, weighing in at 2 lbs. 3 oz. and 14 inches
long.
 From the beginning God had a purpose for me, over the
next three months in the hospital and a few surgeries
later, I fought for my life, but gladly live to tell the tale.

3. Who Am I?
 There are many attributes that describe me and make me
who I am.
 Which include but are not limited to:
 Loving
 Caring
 Kind
 Compassionate
 Helpful
 Patient
 I think there is beauty in everyone’s unique personality and
we should embrace one another’s differences instead of
putting them down for being “different.”
 If we all shared the same qualities we could only proceed so
far, but because there is differences, we can learn to
embrace these differences; and where one is weak another
might excel making the team stronger as a whole, allowing
you to go further then you ever imagined.

4. Where Did I Grow Up?
 I grew up in a small town in Hemet, CA.
 I technically lived with my mom growing up in Riverside
but every chance I got I was at my grandparent’s house
who lived in Hemet.
 It wasn’t until I was 7 years old, that we moved to
Hemet to be closer to my grandma after my grandpa
passed away.
 My grandpa treated me like a true princess and I have
nothing but fond memories of him.
 I think every child needs a good role model like my
grandpa provided for my brother and I, which is
especially important since we didn’t have a father who
chose to be involved due to his poor choices in life.

5. Who Is My Family?
 I am the youngest of four
children.
 I have one biological brother
and a half sister and half
brother.
 When I was four our family
grew.
 I got a step-father
 2 step-brothers
 1 step-sister
My sister with her
son, Zack
My brother Marshall with his
son, Corbin.
My mom

6. Family
• Family is extremely
important to me.
• My kids mean the world to
me and nothing makes me
more happy then spending
time with them and my
family.
• There is nothing better
then hearing children’s
laughter, especially at the
end of a long hard day!

7. My Inspirations
 Other than God, my grandpa is my biggest inspiration.
He provided the foundation for who I am today. He was
an extremely hard worker and cared so much about
others. When times get tough I never give up because I
know he wouldn’t.
 My mom has a big part in my life too, although growing
up I always felt alone and like she never loved me
because she was always working; I know now she did it
to provide for her family and it’s never easy being away
from your kids.

8. My Ambitions and Goals
 The reason I chose the song “More Beautiful You” by
Johnny Diaz, is because that is how I feel. I see too
many girls today thinking they need make-up and
boyfriends and who else knows what to make them
beautiful. But it’s what’s inside that matters- you have
value and worth far beyond you give yourself credit for.
 I want children to know their personal worth. I
eventually want to become a foster parent. I think there
are far too many kids out there who are hurting and
need to be shown real love and compassion. I know that
when a child has that you can change their whole life
and make a valuable impact they will always remember.
 Another major goal I have is to get my Master’s degree
and work in the mental health field in a hospital type
setting.

9. Personal Traits
 I am known for being a good friend, and someone you
could turn to in a time of need.
 I am also known for baking and making yummy cakes.
 And to my kids I am sure I am considered super mom!

10. Words of Wisdom
 One of my favorite verses in the Bible is James 1:2-4
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various
trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces
patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you
may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing” (NKJV).
 It seems like we live in a life of nothing but trial after
trial so I am constantly remembering this verse.
 Failure is only the opportunity to begin again, only this
time more wisely – Henry Ford.