Starting and growing a business is hard, but often deciding to start the business in the first place is even harder. We asked some successful entrepreneurs from around the community to open up to us about how they thought about starting a business.

Teriah Simpson

I started my business out of a deep love for music and dance , combined with a strong desire to have control over my own income and schedule. I wanted to turn my passion into something sustainable while also enjoying the freedom and creativity that comes with being my own Read More>>

Damekia Bozeman

My thought process behind starting my own business was very driven. In 2023 I was pregnant with my 4th child at the age of 24 and I knew I wanted more for myself and my children. I prayed to God for various signs before I asked myself what would be the fastest way I can elevate my lifestyle and earn a substantial source of income in a certain time frame. Read More>>

Jana McCreary

My father died suddenly and unexpectedly in June 2012. I was a law professor in Florida at the time, and he was a veterinarian who owned his own practice in Texas. As his executor, suddenly, I was running a small business. Although it was a practice I grew up in, being responsible for the business side was new. Read More>>

Bernie

After graduating from the University of Houston’s School of
Architecture, I began blending photography into my design Read More>>

Antoinette Womberly

Starting my own dog grooming business came from a mix of passion, purpose, and practicality. I’ve always had a natural love for animals, especially dogs, and I found joy in helping them feel clean, healthy, and happy. At the same time, I wanted a career that gave me independence and the ability to build something of my own. Read More>>

Desteni Ard

Starting my own Pilates studio was a decision rooted in both passion and purpose. I’ve always been deeply committed to health and wellness, and Pilates has been a transformative part of my own journey—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Over time, I realized that I wanted to share that experience with others in a more meaningful way. Read More>>