We asked some of the city’s hidden gems to tell us about what they feel is the most important factor behind their success.

Pamela Howard

The most important factor that makes my business successful is getting it right the first time. Most of my customers are repeat customers or referrals. Read More>>

Tam Nguyen

The most important factor behind the success of my brand is my identity as a mom because it allows me to highlight the importance of creating memories that matters not only in my life but in the lives of my clients and their families. My brand represents and celebrates family & womanhood through imagery & experiences. Read More>>

Sisy Wang

I am one of those very lucky people who got to know the purpose of their life. From a very early age in China, I was an athlete. Competing in the Asian Championship and Chinese National Games, I was able to become a three-time gold medalist in artistic swimming, but it was not through competing myself that I found my goal. Read More>> 

Jessica Tranbarger

Using my pendulum for decision making is the biggest factor to my success. One of the best skills that you can have as an entrepreneur is knowing how to make a decision. Before I started using a pendulum in 2020, I was a very indecisive person. Through daily pendulum use, I have learned how to tune into my body, and the signs around me, and know what a yes or no feels like. I make decisions quicker, I know when it is time to pivot and transition my brand to something new. All because I take the time to use my pendulum when I don’t know what decision to make, or whenever I feel stagnant. Read More>>

Saiqa Khan

Love and soul-aligned service. We are serving with our heart and our hands and we believe that we are carrying out our soul-purpose in empowering our patients and clients, and liberating them from insecurities which previously held them back. Our intention is to uplift the spirit, boost confidence, and support each individual on their personal empowerment journey. We see every patient interaction as an opportunity to deeply listen, hold space, and serve with love and empathy. This is the foundation behind the years of surgical experience, refined techniques, and artistry in combination with cutting edge technology and the future of surgical equipment. Read More>>

Felicity Sembera

The most important factor behind my success and the success of my brand is my unwavering relationship with the Lord. Without Him, I would have nothing, and I owe everything to His grace and guidance. He has abundantly blessed my life and my journey because of my faithfulness and obedience to Him. My faith is the cornerstone of everything I do, and I never doubt what the Lord is capable of. His blessings have given me strength, creativity, and opportunities beyond what I could have ever imagined, and I trust Him to continue leading me every step of the way. My success is not just about hard work—it’s about the divine favor that comes from putting Him first in all things. Read More>> 

Stacie DeFreitas

It’s challenging to pinpoint the most important factor behind my success, but I believe it is a combination of my community of support and my drive to make a positive impact on society and individuals. My support network includes a variety of mentors from my youth to the present, as well as my family and friends, many of whom are colleagues or former colleagues. When my confidence in my abilities or my strength to push through barriers wanes, I am grateful for the people around me that help me to see all that have I have accomplished and all that I can accomplish. They help to lift me out of doubt.  Read More>>