We asked some of the city’s rising stars to reflect on what made a difference in their journey. We asked them to tell us about what they think the most important factor has been behind their success.

Dev Dior | Entrepreneur & Content Creator

The most important factor behind the success of my brand is perseverance. Despite difficulties and things trying to stop or delay my success, but I’ve always been determined for more. Being an entrepreneur is literally the process of getting up, and trying again. Read more>>

Chris Navarro | Artist sculptor

From the very beginning, I had to find the path on my own, but I have never considered myself a self-taught artist; I am a self-educated artist. I have learned from the books I have read and the experiences and mistakes I’ve made. I do not believe that we’re born with a limited amount of talent, knowledge, or ability. Talent and knowledge can expand and grow. Read more>>

Mel Cunningham | Energy Pracititioner & Holistic Living Coach

Question 1: What was your thought process behind starting your own business? Starting my own business was born out of a deeply personal journey and a desire to make a positive impact on others’ lives. Having experienced a personal health crisis from burnout, stress, and overwhelm firsthand, I understood the toll it can take on one’s well-being. I knew there had to be a better way, not just for myself but for others going through the same struggles. Read more>>

Alex King | Owner & Coach

Community. With Ritual Strength Gym we strive to build a place where people feel like they belong and can truly be themselves and be surrounded by others than want them to succeed in every aspect of life, not just within the gym. With changing ages many activities and information can be found online, and the personal factor has been taken out, so having a place where people can go and feel welcomed and apart of something has been a massive driving factor of our success. Read more>>