Victoria Lamar

Support is a verb.

I had the pleasure of traveling to Boston to support the incredible Shawna (.fwd), CEO of , at this year’s TEDxHarvard conference — and what an experience it was.

Being in a room full of greatness is one thing. But hearing my company featured during her powerful talk on how founders shape the future?

That was a moment I’ll never forget.

Shawna, you are a true example of how uplifting others can create a ripple effect. I’m so grateful to be in your village. Show up for your people, and watch what happens.

Thankful 🙏🏽

Wow! What an amazing time to practice ballet while also celebrating 🎀

Y’all, I haven’t put on leotard and tights since middle school 😂 so this was so amazing to tap into little Vicky (she was really happy🥹)

Not only did we refresh on the basics, but we also did a whole routine. I’m wishing for more nostalgic moments like this in 2026 🥰

🚨 Big news: I’ve been named a 2025 Camelback Fellow!

I’m incredibly honored (and still processing!) the fact that I’ve been selected to join Camelback Ventures’ largest cohort ever—a group of 20 visionary founders working to reimagine what’s possible in early childhood, education innovation, healthcare access, justice-impacted communities, and more.

As the founder of Securing Degrees, a platform on a mission to help students graduate debt-free through culturally responsive scholarship coaching and mobile-first tools, this moment is deeply personal. I started this work because I know what it’s like to be the first, to navigate college with more drive than resources, and to carry the weight of possibility for an entire family or community.

Camelback has long championed underestimated entrepreneurs—Black, Brown, and bold dreamers like me—and I’m beyond grateful to grow, build, and scale alongside this community.

Meet the full cohort here ➡ https://www.camelbackventures.org/blog-posts/meet-cohort-15-camelbacks-largest-cohort

Let’s go. ✨