Today we’d like to introduce you to La’Vinnia Holliday.
Hi La’Vinnia, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I specialize in talent development and experience-building at the intersection of fashion, community, and youth opportunity. I am the Founder and Executive Director of Poze Bazaar Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on elevating emerging talent in fashion and the arts while creating youth opportunities through mentorship, internships, and scholarships. My work is a mix of vision and execution. I develop programs and partnerships, coach talent on readiness and professionalism, and produce experiences that help creatives and models be seen in the right way and in the right rooms.
I am known for being intentional, structured, and consistent in the quality of the experience I provide. Whether it is for guests attending an event or for the models and creatives I am developing, I take pride in making sure the overall experience feels professional, organized, and elevated. I do not just create moments that look good. I focus on building pathways that actually help people grow, with standards and preparation behind the visibility.
I am also a self-taught designer. I started sketching in high school, and that creative side stayed with me. I specialize in swimwear under the name Camille Anthony, which is named after my children. Design is another way I express vision and storytelling, and it connects naturally to the work I do in fashion and talent development.
What I am most proud of is building something that has real purpose and real impact, even in seasons where it would have been easier to quit, play it safe, or keep it small. I am proud of the relationships and partnerships I have built, and I am proud that the foundation is centered on preparation and empowerment. What sets me apart is that I can see the creative vision and also build the structure behind it. I care about excellence, I care about people, and I care about creating opportunities that are sustainable and built to last.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. A lot of it has been people coming and people going. Some seasons I had support, and other seasons I felt like I was building while being questioned, misunderstood, or even under attack. That part can wear you down because you start asking yourself, “Am I doing too much? Am I doing this the right way? Do I even belong in this space?”
One of the biggest struggles has been figuring out where I fit and what my lane really is. I had to unlearn doing what I thought I was supposed to be doing, what looked good, what sounded right, and what people expected, and start doing what I truly felt God was telling me to do. That shift was not easy because it required me to slow down, listen, and be okay with not having everything figured out publicly while I was still figuring it out privately.
I have also had to fight for my footing and for balance. Balance between purpose and real life, between vision and capacity, and between being consistent and not burning out. But those hard seasons shaped me. They made me more grounded, clearer, and more protective of the mission. Now I move with more intention because I am not just building something that looks good. I am building something that is aligned.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I specialize in talent development and experience-building at the intersection of fashion, community, and youth opportunity. I am the Founder and Executive Director of Poze Bazaar Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on elevating emerging talent in fashion and the arts while creating youth opportunities through mentorship, internships, and scholarships. My work is a mix of vision and execution. I develop programs and partnerships, coach talent on readiness and professionalism, and produce experiences that help creatives and models be seen in the right way and in the right rooms.
I am known for being intentional, structured, and consistent in the quality of the experience I provide. Whether it is for guests attending an event or for the models and creatives I am developing, I take pride in making sure the overall experience feels professional, organized, and elevated. I do not just create moments that look good. I focus on building pathways that actually help people grow. That means setting standards, helping talent strengthen their presentation and confidence, and making sure opportunities are connected to real development, not just exposure.
What I am most proud of is building something that has real purpose and real impact, even in seasons where it would have been easier to quit, play it safe, or keep it small. I am proud that Poze Bazaar Foundation is not just about putting on events or creating a moment. It is about elevating emerging designers, creatives, and models with intention, and creating youth opportunities through mentorship, internships, and scholarships so the next generation can actually see a pathway into this industry.
I am also proud of the relationships and partnerships I have built along the way. I take relationship-building seriously, and I work hard to make sure people feel respected, communicated with, and valued. Those connections matter because they help open doors, create resources, and make the work sustainable.
What sets me apart is that I can hold both sides at the same time. I can see the creative vision, but I can also build the structure behind it. I care about the details, the standards, and the overall experience, and I am consistent in the quality I deliver, whether it is for guests attending an event or for the talent being developed. I care about excellence, I care about people, and I care about creating opportunities that are built to last, not just opportunities that look good for the moment.
If we knew you growing up, how would we have described you?
Growing up, I was an only child, so I learned early how to be in my own world and genuinely enjoy my own company. In school I was cool, laid back, and pretty chill. I was more on the introverted side, but I could step into an extroverted space when I needed to. As I got more comfortable being myself, I did get into a little trouble here and there, mostly because I became more expressive and I was not always interested in keeping my thoughts to myself.
What makes me laugh now is that fashion was not even my first dream. I really thought I was going to be an undercover CIA agent, and I was serious about it too. I also grew up with a lot of structure and strictness, and I appreciate that now because it gave me discipline, boundaries, and a foundation I still lean on.
Over time, my interests became more creative. I fell in love with fashion, music, and dancing, and I will choose a playlist over TV any day because music sets the tone for me. I also realized I love helping people bring ideas to life, especially when it comes to organizing events. The first event I planned for someone else was a Sweet 16 back in 2005, right after high school, and looking back, that was one of the first signs of what I would end up doing long-term.
I am friendly but selective. Being an only child, I have always been the type to create my own family and keep my circle intentional. I treat people the way I want to be treated, and I do not wake up trying to be nasty to anybody because that is just not me. And I am funny, but not on purpose. I will be completely serious and still have people laughing, so I have learned to say, “Listen, I am serious,” even though it usually makes it funnier.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.pozebazaar.org
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vmonet?igsi=MXBjdWxmNDlhNDVvcQ==
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