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.

Veloney Jack-Cross

P.B.C. Tax & Financial Services Inc. was founded with a simple but powerful mission: to empower individuals, families, and entrepreneurs through financial knowledge and trusted guidance. Read More>>

Maya Ghanem

As a mom, I started to notice something at almost every event I attended. The adults had beautiful, well-thought-out experiences, but the kids were often an afterthought. They were either left bored, overwhelmed, or placed in spaces that didn’t feel intentional or safe. Read More>>

Tonika Wheeler-Earl

I originally came into this space through my love for performance, storytelling, and creative expression. But over time, I realized I didn’t just want to be a part of someone else’s vision – I wanted the ability to create and shape my own. Read More>>

Caroline Plagens

I didn’t originally set out to start a play café, but I knew I wanted to build something meaningful for families. Read More>>

 Melissa Mitchell

Cozy In Color started with a purposeful vision. This vision was to channel my skills and creativity into a business I could call my own and one day share with my children, who have a natural love for celebrations. Based in Katy, Texas, Cozy In Color is your premier party rental resource, offering authentic client service, strong values, and a commitment to doing business the right way. Read More>>