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.

Peter Burnett

“Do all the good you can, in all the ways you can, just as long as you can.” My grandmother always said that to me at the end of every conversation. It’s a charge to consistently be a good person and to do good thoroughly. It’s a consistent reminder to be a source of positivity in the world and I strive for that daily. Read More>>

Christine Deblas

I live by my favorite quote “Everything Happens for a reason”.

To me, It means to basically go with the flow in all that comes to you. We live and we learn through the experiences we face in our day to day lives, the good and the bad. Read More>>

Nyis Fortune

I want people to remember my perspective – the way I see the world, the stories and details most people wouldn’t think twice about. My photography isn’t just about taking pictures: its about making you feel something, like you’re there in a sense, capturing a moment before it passes and having that forever. I want to bring people together through that, through a shared passion, through a community built on seeing life differently. Read More>>

Taryn Melgoza

The most important factor behind my success? Creating a life that gives me the flexibility to be present for my children. From the very beginning, my motivation wasn’t just about building a business—it was about designing a career that allowed me to volunteer at my kids’ schools, attend their sporting events, and truly be there for the moments that matter. I was determined to be a mom first and a business owner second—though, of course, balancing both is still a challenge some days! Read More>>

Nancy Patino

The most important factor is my success is letting God provide while I just do what I love to do. Also the support people have gave me throughout this journey. Family, friends , and strangers have pushed and supported every step I take next. Read More>>

Dulce Turrubiartes

My end goal is to leave a meaningful legacy by teaching and inspiring others. I want to share the knowledge and skills I’ve gained throughout my career to empower people of all ages to believe in themselves and reach their full potential. What makes this goal even more significant to me is that I’ve been able to achieve it through my own efforts—servicing clients and building my career from the ground up, without financial support from my family or even a pat on the back.  Read More>>

Abel Huerta

To stop yelling at my children from the sidelines during their soccer games. I encouraged them, motivated them, but would also yell at them when they made mistakes or when they weren’t giving 100%. I yelled for years and didn’t realize I was making it worse for them on the field and at home also. Read More>>