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.

Samuel Gilchrist

I cant say that I “came up with” the idea. However, as a Pastor I believe I was called to start a church that is not like the conventional churches around the country in the sense that we are not focused on “numbers” that is to say how many people that show up each week, but we are more focused on helping people develop a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.  Read More>>

Darryl House

We are continually inspired by the transformative impact Pilates has on individuals’ lives. The many stories shared with us about how Pilates has made a meaningful difference serve as a powerful reminder of our purpose and are a constant source of motivation for our work. Read More>>

Colleen Huther

One of the key factors behind our success has been our consistent use of the
Balanced Scorecard approach. It’s a framework we’ve used in previous
properties, and it’s something I continue to apply because of its clear focus on maintaining equilibrium across all critical areas of the business. Read More>>

Liam Manley

As long as I can remember, Ive always wanted to do something creative and I always have. From building forts in the woods trying to start my own YouTube channel, to creating skateboarding videos, gaming videos, music videos. Always trying to create something special to me.  Read More>>

Suzanne

I decided to ask myself a simple question: WHY NOT ME?
I’ve had many business ideas over the years, and this question crystalized for me when one of those ideas had come to reality…through someone else. Read More>>

Ali Thomas

One thing outsiders are often unaware of about the youth mentoring and grief support field is just how much behind-the-scenes care and intention goes into building and sustaining these relationships. From the outside, it may look as simple as matching a mentor with a young person, but in reality, it requires a delicate balance of training, thoughtful pairing, and ongoing support to ensure the relationship is safe, lasting, and truly impactful. Read More>>

Juan Carlos Freyre

I always wanted to be an actor. I was part of the theater club at school, and at first I saw it as a hobby—something I did in my free time but secretly wished could become my life. My parents, however, encouraged me to pursue a different path, so I studied Communication and later earned a Master’s in Public Policy. Looking back, it was a good decision, because making a living solely from art can be very challenging. Still, art has always been my lifeline. Read More>>

Meisha Gaines

I am inspired by the freedom of choice. I belive it is a gift from God to have free will, the ability to choose which direction to go. In life there are obsticles and unforseen events. I feel like the freedom of choice allows us to take each situation and make it into something positive or negative. In my life I have been inspired to keep going despite the odds and have had the freedom to chose a better path for myself. Read More>>

Jennifer Amaral-Kunze

For me, success is not measured by numbers or titles. It is about living in alignment with my values. When the way I parent, the way I work, the way I show up in my relationships, and the way I care for myself are true to what I believe matters most, then I feel successful. Read More>>

Lizzy Moffett

Looking back at my career, the projects that felt a little scary are always where I grew the most. This quote sums it up “A bird sitting on a tree is never afraid of the branch breaking, because its trust is not on the branch, but on its own wings.” -Charlie Wardle Read More>>

Jake Beckstead

Risk, to me, is about stepping into uncertainty with purpose. I don’t chase risk for its own sake, but I do believe progress doesn’t happen without it. Any time you launch a new campaign, pivot a strategy, or advocate for a bold idea, you’re putting yourself out there. Read More>>

Jen Hannon

My whole life has been a game of balance. I started as a competitive swimmer at age 5, learning early on to juggle school, homework, and daily training.

The real challenge came in college. We practiced twice a day from 5:30 to 8 am, then classes from 8:30 to 2:30 pm, followed by another session at 3 pm. Read More>>

Sara Rosinsky

I don’t know whether it qualifies as conventional advice, but I loathe that line of Yoda’s: “Do or do not. There is no try.” First of all, there absolutely is “try.” That’s why the word exists—to describe all the trying that goes on in the world. Second, Yoda’s line is just a cruel setup for self-loathing.  Read More>>