We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Sira Toure a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Sira, appreciate you joining us today. What did your parents do right and how has that impacted you in your life and career?

Growing up as the daughter of African immigrants who rose from humble beginnings to create a life of purpose and opportunity, I learned early on that “the sky is not the limit—there are no limits.” My parents instilled in me a deep belief that mediocrity was never an option, and excellence was always within reach if I was willing to work for it.

One story that always stays with me is a moment with my dad after a volleyball tryout. He picked me up, and as we passed a group of cheerleaders, he looked at me and said, “You see them? They’re busy cheering for someone else, but who’s cheering for them?” His voice—deep, confident, unforgettable—carried a message that I didn’t fully grasp until years later. He wasn’t criticizing cheerleaders; he was reminding me that I had to be my own biggest supporter. That I shouldn’t wait for validation or applause from the sidelines. That I needed to root for myself, always.

My mother is the embodiment of relentless curiosity and ambition. She’s worn countless hats—real estate entrepreneur, nuclear physicist, and everything in between. She taught me that reinvention is power, and passion is fuel. Watching her juggle so many roles, always with grace and grit, taught me that no dream is too big if you’re willing to outwork the odds.

Because of them, I walk into every room with the quiet confidence of someone who knows where she came from—and who she’s becoming. My journey, my career, and my resilience are a direct reflection of what my parents did right: they believed in me before I believed in myself, and they made sure I knew how to believe in me too.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

About Me & My Brand – DLAR / Legaleze / Modus

Hi, I’m Sira Toure, the founder of DLAR (Digitally Leveraged Assets & Resources) and the visionary behind our flagship platform, Modus, which powers Legaleze—a contract interpretation and smart agreement ecosystem for the modern world.

At my core, I’m a builder. A builder of solutions, of stories, and of digital spaces where people feel seen, protected, and empowered through technology. My journey into entrepreneurship began long before I ever called it that. Raised by two relentless African immigrants who turned nothing into everything, I grew up in a household fueled by faith, hustle, and grit. That environment instilled a foundational truth: no one is coming to save you—you have to build your own way forward.

That mindset fueled my path in engineering, aerospace, and technology, where I’ve had the opportunity to work with some of the world’s most innovative companies—Raytheon, Boeing, and now Hyundai, where I’m helping build the future of flying taxis through advanced systems and smart mobility. I’m also currently pursuing my Ph.D. in Software Engineering, where my research focuses on integrating AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Computing to create ethical and scalable systems for industries like law, logistics, and commerce.

But even with all of that, I noticed a recurring issue: access to clear, trustworthy, and empowering legal tools is still a privilege—not a norm. That’s why I built Legaleze.

Legaleze is more than just an app—it’s a movement. We use AI-powered legal interpretation tools to help everyday users—entrepreneurs, creatives, investors, and startup teams—upload contracts, summarize terms, identify hidden clauses, and receive AI-suggested rewrites. Our platform blends security, clarity, and community feedback to ensure users never feel lost or taken advantage of in the fine print.

We’re also integrating blockchain for smart contract validation, Stripe for monetization logic, and Supabase for role-based access control—giving users full visibility and ownership over what they sign, own, and build.

What makes us different? We’re people-first tech. I built Legaleze not just to solve a problem—but to make the solution accessible, ethical, and empowering for those who need it most: young founders, immigrant professionals, solo creatives, and anyone who’s ever felt out of place in a boardroom or lost in legal jargon.

I’m most proud that this isn’t just theory—it’s real impact. We’re creating systems that give voice and protection to the people and ideas often overlooked. And if there’s one thing I want you to know about me and my brand, it’s this:

I built what I needed. And now, it’s here for you too. Legaleze and DLAR exist so you can move smarter, safer, and stronger—in business, in tech, and in life.

What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?

A Lesson I Had to Unlearn: Hustle Equals Worth

One of the biggest lessons I had to unlearn was that my value is not based on how much I can prove or produce. For a long time, I carried the weight of trying to outperform every doubt that had ever been placed on me.

You see, I didn’t speak my first full word until I was four years old. I spent my early childhood in speech therapy and hearing therapy, and because of those delays, I struggled in school. My grades were low, and by the time I was in preschool, I was already being labeled—told that I’d probably be a C-average student at best, and that I’d never be an athlete. I carried those words with me longer than I’d like to admit.

But I also come from a family of dreamers and doers—immigrant parents who built something from nothing—and that spirit rubbed off on me. By sixth grade, something clicked. I started working harder, pushing myself, catching up. I became a Division I student-athlete. I went on to work for Raytheon and Boeing, and today, I’m earning my Ph.D. in AI, quantum computing, and blockchain—fields that once felt galaxies away from the little girl who couldn’t speak full sentences.

But here’s the twist: I spent so many years trying to prove people wrong that I began equating my worth with my wins. If I wasn’t achieving, I felt like I wasn’t enough. I didn’t know how to rest, because rest felt like weakness.

Unlearning that mindset has been one of my biggest transformations. I’ve realized that my existence, my voice, my impact—they all matter, even when I’m not performing. My worth isn’t transactional. Rest is not only deserved, it’s necessary. And healing means rewriting the inner script that says, “You are only as good as your grind.”

Now, I move with grace. I lead from a place of wholeness, not hustle. And I honor both the quiet beginnings—and the loud breakthroughs.

Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?

A Story of Resilience: Finding My Voice—Literally and Figuratively

If I had to choose one story that defines my resilience, it would be this: I didn’t say my first full word until I was four years old.

Growing up, I was in and out of speech and hearing therapy because I had difficulty forming words and processing sounds. I was constantly playing catch-up, and by preschool, a teacher told my parents that I would probably be a C-average student at best, and that I wouldn’t have the coordination or ability to ever become an athlete. That stuck with me.

School didn’t come easy. Until sixth grade, I was barely making it through. But deep down, I knew I was capable of more—I just needed time, tools, and belief. I had to work twice as hard just to be understood, but it taught me to listen differently, think creatively, and advocate for myself in quiet ways.

Eventually, I turned things around. I became a Division I student-athlete—the very thing I was told I’d never be. I went on to work at companies like Raytheon and Boeing, and now I’m earning my PhD in AI, quantum computing, and blockchain technology. I didn’t just find my voice—I built a platform, DLAR, and a product, Legaleze, to help others find theirs too—especially when it comes to contracts, ownership, and understanding systems that were never designed to include us.

Resilience, to me, isn’t just about pushing through. It’s about rewriting the story others tried to write for you, and choosing to speak for yourself—even if you had to fight to be heard in the first place.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://mylegaleze.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodusapp/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dlar-inc
• Twitter: https://x.com/SiraToure15&ved=2ahUKEwie6O71_N2MAxVkMDQIHUjvBR4QFnoECB4QAQ&usg=AOvVaw1B4uAcG8rhXpZfqiY_TOt8
• Other: My personal:
  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sira-toure-71853a158