We recently had the chance to connect with Tina Dal and have shared our conversation below.
Tina, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
For me, energy is everything. You can be intelligent and have strong integrity, but if your energy isn’t aligned, and if you don’t bring intention, presence, and authenticity—none of that fully lands. Intelligence gives you the skills, integrity gives you the moral foundation, but energy is what activates both. It’s what people feel before they hear you speak, and it’s what creates trust, connection, and momentum.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Tina Dal, a model, entrepreneur, and advocate based in Detroit. I work across fashion and media as a model, while also building Bambé, a jewelry brand rooted in effortless confidence—pieces designed to be worn daily, travel anywhere, and never compromise on quality or intention. What makes my work unique is the intersection of modeling, entrepreneurship, and storytelling. Living with scoliosis since childhood shaped not only how I move through the world, but how I show up in the industry and build my brands—with integrity, inclusivity, and purpose at the center. Right now, I’m focused on growing Bambé, expanding my advocacy through speaking and digital content, and continuing to use modeling as a platform to redefine visibility, confidence, and what success looks like.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
Even before I could see myself clearly—and honestly, even now, when there are moments I’m still learning—I think of my sister. She has always seen me with a clarity I didn’t yet have for myself. When I’m looking for guidance or trying to trust my instincts, she’s the person my mind goes to first. I care deeply about making her proud, because her belief in me has often been the mirror I needed before I could become one for myself.
What have been the defining wounds of your life—and how have you healed them?
Many of my defining wounds came from being deeply hurt by people I trusted. Losing friendships that had been part of my life for nearly twenty years was incredibly painful and took a long time to heal from. Those losses changed me. They created trust issues, especially in friendships, and taught me how vulnerable connection can be. While everyday challenges and relationships shape all of us, those friendship wounds left the deepest mark. Healing, for me, has meant learning to protect my peace, keep parts of my life private, and rebuild trust slowly and intentionally. It’s something I work on every day, and through that process, I’ve become more grounded, more discerning, and more honest about the energy I allow into my life.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
I’m fully committed to creating spaces where people feel welcomed, seen, and genuinely valued—no matter who they are or where they come from. Living with scoliosis meant being judged from a young age, often before people knew anything about me. That experience shaped a deep belief in inclusion and empathy. No matter how long it takes, I’m dedicated to being a safe space for others—through my work, my relationships, and the way I move through the world.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
I would let everything that doesn’t serve me go.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.wearbambe.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whoistinadal/
