Through our work we have had the good fortune of seeing firsthand how success comes in every shape, size, color, faith, and orientation. More importantly we’ve learned that success is often the result of people embracing their unique backgrounds and so we’ve asked the community to tell us about their background and how it has impacted where they are today.

Keriane Kuhlmey | Personal Hair Stylist

I am originally from a small town called Lancaster which is outside of Buffalo & Niagara Falls, New York. I was raised in a family where no one moves away, everyone works regular Monday- Friday jobs where they are employed and receive a paycheck, and are just regular members of society. Read more>>

Donna Coblw | Holistic Life Coach & Certified Wellness Educator

I say I am from a very small agricultural town in Southern New Jersey called Green Creek. Actually I was born in the “Big City” of Philadelphia, & my family moved to Green Creek when I was 8 years old. I have always loved growing up in a small town where you can hear the crickets an bird chirping, the bay was around the corner It brought a sense of calm into my life from a young age. Read more>>

Kayla Serota | Entrepreneur, Full Time Student, & Creative Mind

I was born and raised North West of Houston in a small town named Plantersville, Texas. I was raised for the majority by my single mother and grandparents. I believe that being brought up surrounded by my grandparents who were creative, artistic, and imaginative thinkers led me to think outside the box and have such a motivation for being creative. Read more>>

Katie Meche | Wedding Planner

Being from South Louisiana, it’s no secret that events are a main part of the culture and way of life here. Every weekend you can attend a local festival, concert or holiday celebration – most families are so big here, even just a Christmas gathering turns into an event. Read more>>