We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Jean Doolittle | Montessori Preschool Owner

My oldest daughter and I have has long conversations about the definition of success. The conclusion we came to was that success is not having a gap between what you want and what you have. As a feeling it would be closely related to contentment. Read more>>

Jennings Ingram | Founder of Jennings Creative Agency

It was really important to me in starting my business that what I’m providing helps humanity, the planet and our collective positive growth. And after years of experience with digital marketing, I know what a powerful force it is! Read more>>

Olivia Martone and Lexi Molaro

Of course what we want is to help the sports merchandise business evolve and create for the modern hockey fan. We feel strongly that we have the right vision to honor hockey clubs merchandise while simultaneously creating improved apparel with inspiration from modern street style, and athleisure. Read more>>

Emmalee Sullivan | Concert Photographer

When doing concert photography, it is easy to procrastinate editing, but in the long term, editing as soon as possible is the key to success. When editing early, one gives themselves more time to dissect different lighting, colors, clarity, etc., so that they are in their best form when the photos are finished. Read more>>

Molyan Dery | Owner and Designer of MOLYAN

The most important lesson I’ve learned from growing a business is kindness goes a very long way. Be open to taking advice, supporting other entrepreneurs and giving clients your time. Giving your time to someone who values it is an irreplaceable form of kindness. Read more>>

Scott Hays | Veteran, Owner of LB Leatherworks.

As I have grown older, one of the most valuable lessons I have gotten out of owning my own business is patience. It really doesn’t matter how fast you would like something to happen, I’ve learned to just accept that the majority of the issues I may come across aren’t that important. Read more>>

David Crawford | Animal Rights Spokesperson and Nonprofit Entrepreneur

I think our mission provides a good starting point here: Animal Help Now (AHNow) creates innovative apps that empower the public to save wildlife and companion animals and organizes a diverse community focused on keeping these animals safe from human threats. Read more>>