Founder & CEO

Born in Newport Beach and raised in Folsom, CA, Aanya grew up surrounded by the values of perseverance, education, and service. Her mother, a Hmong American woman, was the first in her family to graduate from college—an achievement that planted deep roots of resilience and inspiration in Aanya’s life. 

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From the soccer field to the classroom, Aanya has always found purpose in uplifting others. But it wasn’t until she moved to Fresno that the vision for Crowned in Confidence truly took shape. In meeting girls from the Central Valley—many of whom had never left their hometowns or had access to mentors— she realized how different her own college journey had been. With the support of her parents, she had toured campuses, had help with applications, and felt encouraged every step of the way. She was often approached by students and families asking, “How did you get here? Can you help me?”

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Those questions sparked a mission.

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Crowned in Confidence began with Aanya’s simple belief: that confidence grows when girls are seen, supported, and encouraged. Through mentorship and shared experiences—and with the guidance of women leaders who lead by example—she hopes to create a space where young women feel less alone and more empowered to take the next step, whatever that may look like for them. It’s about building a community where girls lift each other up, walk through new doors with courage, and learn to wear their confidence like a crown.