Nora is one of the most recognizable faces of women in skateboarding. She’s on the front lines, bringing recognition and credibility where it’s been sorely lacking. Whether it’s interviews with high profile media or throwing down in the streets, Nora brings it with style and grace. She’s put out several video parts—notably her part in Welcome’s “Fetish” video—locked down a spot as the first female skater on adidas, and she’s even been the subject of the eponymous “Nora” documentary. All these things point to a skateboarding icon in the making, so it’s safe to say Nora Vasconcellos will be around for years to come. And the world is all the better for it.