Naja Faysal & Angel Puente Talk AI, Entrepreneurship & Self-Actualization in the Inland Empire

I recently had the incredible opportunity to join Angel Puente—a dedicated police officer and accomplished entrepreneur in the Inland Empire—on his insightful podcast. Angel is not only deeply committed to serving the community through his law enforcement career but also through his various successful ventures like Halo Events and Level Up.

Our conversation was nothing short of inspiring, diving deep into subjects ranging from artificial intelligence and innovative marketing strategies to entrepreneurship, the meaning of life, finding purpose, and the pursuit of self-actualization.

Reflecting on the journey we explored together, I shared my personal story, tracing my path from Lebanon to becoming a business owner here in the Inland Empire. This journey hasn’t merely been geographic—it’s been a profound transformation of identity, ambition, and values.

We discussed the rapid advancements in AI and their implications for small businesses and entrepreneurs, exploring how leveraging AI tools can dramatically enhance creativity, efficiency, and scalability in marketing and operations.

However, beyond technology and business strategies, the heart of our conversation revolved around deeper existential questions: What truly gives life meaning? How do we find and fulfill our purpose? Angel and I explored how entrepreneurship, at its core, is a path of self-discovery and personal growth, pushing individuals to achieve their highest potential and ultimately self-actualize.

As an immigrant entrepreneur, I shared how challenges along my journey—from cultural adjustments to business uncertainties—helped shape my perspective on resilience, purpose, and community impact. Angel’s own experiences provided complementary insights, emphasizing the value of perseverance, community involvement, and giving back.

This podcast episode was more than a simple dialogue; it was a thoughtful exchange on life’s bigger questions, offering meaningful perspectives not only to fellow entrepreneurs but to anyone seeking to live a purposeful and impactful life.

I’m deeply grateful to Angel Puente for inviting me to share my story and exchange ideas on his platform. Conversations like these remind me why I started this journey in the first place—to continuously learn, grow, and contribute positively to our community.

To anyone pursuing their dreams, embracing challenges, or navigating life’s deeper meanings, I encourage you to tune in to our episode. It may just provide the spark you need to level up your own journey. If you'd like to be featured next, please click here to book an appointment.