In this deeply inspiring episode of Heart of the Hustle, host Sherry Sutton sits down with Sangita Datta—a Forbes Top 250 Financial Professional, proud immigrant, and candidate for Frisco City Council Place 4. Her journey is the definition of heart-forward hustle: from navigating life as an immigrant with two boys on food stamps to becoming a nationally recognized leader in finance and civic service.
You’ll hear how Sangita’s early days in India serving with Mother Teresa, raising her two mission-driven sons in the U.S., and becoming an integral part of the Frisco community laid the foundation for her leadership today. Through vulnerable storytelling and bold vision, Sangita shows us that leadership isn’t about having a title—it’s about showing up with heart, especially when it’s hard.
📌 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
[00:02:50] How Sangita’s time serving alongside Mother Teresa shaped her lifelong commitment to service
[00:05:05] Moving to the U.S. with her sons and facing unexpected financial hardship
[00:07:02] Working two jobs, using food stamps, and studying for her finance license
[00:08:18] Why she pivoted from education to financial services—and how she landed on the Forbes Top 250
[00:10:43] Getting involved in the Frisco Chamber of Commerce and finding her leadership voice
[00:11:49] Why she’s running for Frisco City Council Place 4—making an impact beyond her immediate circle
[00:12:59] What Frisco needs now: transparency, better communication, and people-first leadership
[00:14:22] Her plan to improve public safety, support first responders, and expand city resources
[00:15:10] Creative ideas to stretch the city’s budget—sponsorships, partnerships, and leveraging her global network
[00:15:17] A vision for connecting Frisco businesses with international investors and venture capitalists
[00:16:40] Empowering and supporting Frisco’s small business owners through access, advocacy, and local opportunities
[00:20:02] Creating innovation and opportunities so our kids can build their careers and lives in Frisco
[00:24:27] Tackling Frisco’s growing congestion: traffic challenges, construction, and smart solutions for a smoother city
[00:26:49] How her personal journey fuels her commitment to advocacy, inclusion, and fiscal responsibility
[00:28:03] Why Sangita’s annual Diwali celebration is more than a party—it’s a movement of unity, culture, and joy
[00:30:59] How raising two mission-driven sons shaped Sangita’s strength, service mindset, and mother-lion leadership style
[00:33:36] Why Sangita believes gratitude should be celebrated—and how her family makes giving thanks a way of life
[00:34:21] The kind of leader she wants to be—and why now is the time to serve on a bigger platform
[00:34:54] Why real strength includes vulnerability—and why Sangita rejects the myth that leaders shouldn’t cry
💡 Key Takeaways:
-Service is the soul of leadership
-Resilience is built in moments of hardship
-Frisco needs leaders who listen and act with emotional intelligence
-Gratitude and culture are tools for deeper community connection
-Vulnerability is a strength—not a weakness

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