Meet Zardania Bowleg

We had the good fortune of connecting with Zardania Bowleg and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Zardania, is there something you believe many others might not?
One piece of conventional advice I’ve come to disagree with is “just keep your head down and work hard.” That advice might come from a good place, but in reality — especially for people like me who’ve faced repeated workplace discrimination — it’s not always enough. I kept my head down. I worked hard. I went above and beyond. And I was still treated unfairly. What I’ve learned is that you have to speak up and stand up for yourself while staying grounded in a positive mindset. Yes, file complaints. Yes, hold people accountable. But also know that your energy is precious — so don’t let bitterness take root. Choose positivity not because life is easy, but because your peace is worth protecting. That’s how you take your power back.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
My journey hasn’t been easy, but it has absolutely been worth it. What sets me apart is the heart and resilience I bring into every case. What I’m most proud of is the fact that I built this career for myself from, out of pure passion. My other career was built by my parents–an industry that I grew up in and was taught to work in. But this one I built completely on my own.

It definitely wasn’t easy. I dealt with overly harsh judgements, and being constantly underestimated. But instead of letting it defeat me, I used every setback as fuel.

One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that your attitude can either block your blessings or attract them. I’m living proof that staying grounded, positive, and focused will create space for opportunity. I want the world to know that I didn’t get here because everything was handed to me — I got here because I refused to give up, and I chose to turn pain into purpose.

My brand is about truth, integrity, and excellence. I bring compassion and professionalism to the table. And honestly? I’m just getting started.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
If my best friend was visiting Miami for a week, I’d definitely plan a mix of fun, food, and good vibes! I’d start her trip with brunch at one of the restaurants in Coconut Grove. From there, we’d take a stroll around the Grove or head over to Vizcaya for some beautiful views and a bit of history.

For dinner, I’d take her to Mother Wolf in the Design District — the ambiance is dreamy, and the food never disappoints.

Midweek, I’d plan a casino trip and probably end up dancing somewhere like DAER with live music at the Hard Rock Casino. We’d also check out Wynwood Walls and pop into a few galleries and breweries nearby.

We’d finish the week on the rooftop of the East hotel at Sugar in Brickell and have a fancy dinner at COTE Miami or Zuma. I love showing people the side of Miami that’s not just nightlife — the food, culture, and natural beauty here are so underrated!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I want to give a shoutout to Arneisha McBride, the inspiring force behind ‘Black Employees Matter’. Although we’ve never met in person, we’ve been connected through social media for about a year, and I love how passionate she is about systemic racism. Arneisha is a powerful voice in the fight against workplace discrimination. Beyond that, she’s dedicated to preserving Black history across multiple platforms, which is something I find both necessary and beautiful. Thank you, Arneisha, for being a light and an example. You absolutely deserve your flowers.