Episode 777 "Lead & Empower Her": From Executive Banker to Renowned Artist: Patricia Gagic's Journey of Resilience and Passion

Join us for an inspiring episode as Dr. Julie Ducharme sits down with the world-renowned artist and philanthropist, Patricia Gagic. Patricia shares her extraordinary journey from a high-powered career in executive banking to pursuing her true passion as a full-time artist. Discover the pivotal moment that changed everything for her during a trip to France, where a single piece of artwork captivated her heart and set her on a path of artistic pursuit. Despite initial rejection, Patricia's unwavering resilience led her to not only meet but also gain mentorship from the very artist who inspired her. This episode is a testament to the power of persistence and following your dreams, no matter where you are in life. Tune in to hear Patricia's incredible story and the lessons she's learned about transforming passion into purpose.

Guests' Bio:

PATRICIA KAREN GAGIC, DStG, ICA Patricia Gagic has been internationally lauded for her work - as one of Canada’s most exceptional communicators, as an award-winning contemporary Artist, Author, and successful Entrepreneur. Patricia is an etheric energy leader – founder of the “Karmic Art Experience” merging realism with soul. In 2017, she was presented the Excellence in the Arts for Courage and Commitment to Human Rights, Dignity and Freedom Award by the Canadian Civil Liberties Association. Recipient of the 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award by Universal Women’s Network. In 2013 she was Knighted as a Dame of The Order of St. George- Grand Priory of Canada

She is a four-time named WXN Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2018. She is a member of the IWF, International Women’s Forum, and member of the Board of the Sir Edmund Hilary Foundation. Speaking engagements include the Harvard Club of Boston, Carnegie Hall, and NASDAQ. Recipient of the Salon National des Beaux-arts Gold Medal at the Carrousel du Louvre, in Paris, and recipient of the Silver and Pewter Medal from Academique Societe Arts Sciences Lettres of France. ATIM Art Tour International named Patricia Artist of the Year in 2020 and 2023.

Patricia is committed to her Cambodian work, supporting a Buddhist library, a school for poor children and monks, an orphanage, and The Reflections Initiative sponsoring girls’ soccer teams in Nicaragua. The People’s Improvement Organisation (CNN Hero) of Cambodia has named her an ambassador.

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Dr. Julie DuCharme : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-julie-ducharme-2bb0a213/

https://drjulieducharme.com/

Patricia Gagic

https://patriciakarengagic.com/

https://www.facebook.com/PatriciaKarenGagic/

https://twitter.com/patriciagagic

https://www.instagram.com/patriciagagic/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-gagic-594688

https://www.arttourinternational.com/the-enlightened-artist-patricia-karen-gagic-and-the-karmic-revolution/