Episode 33 – Meet Eloise Benoit, A Haitian American Immigrant

Dec 1, 2025 | Podcast

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Author and entrepreneur Eloise Benoit was born in Haiti and moved to the U.S. after a catastrophic 7.0 earthquake struck her country in 2010. The disaster was traumatic not only for her but also for everyone in Haiti. Eloise shares some details of her life before and after the tragedy. She talks about the challenges and joys of integrating into the American culture as a teenager and the people who welcomed and helped her as she tried to fit in. She and I also discuss the importance of faith in helping her endure wilderness seasons in her life and the inspiration behind her book, Unwired, and her organization, Made for More Legacy.

Takeaways

Natural disasters and other extreme climate events are major factors that lead to displacement and migration. Poorer countries do not have the resources both to prepare for disasters and to respond to them, leading to widespread devastation of basic infrastructure and a staggering death toll.
Looking back at God’s faithfulness in our lives strengthens our faith in him and helps us press on during times of suffering. God has a purpose for every season in our lives. We have to trust that He’s working all things for good that will bring Him glory and mature our faith.
Godly entrepreneurs are driven by a strong sense of purpose that aligns with their unique identity and God-given strengths.

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