We are so inspired by the businesses in our community because of how many of them are committed to helping to make the world better than it is today. Check out some great businesses below and how they are helping others.

Donnie Howard | Awareness Ambassador for a Woman’s Health Initiative

I educate men and women about the harmful effects of sanitary pads and tampons and provide a potential solution to the problem with our Reign premium sanitary pads and liners. Since this is considered a taboo subject no one likes to talk about it but our mission is to raise awareness by educating people through healthy eating, healthy product choices and 5k run/walks. Our women have suffered in silence for far too long. We want them to protect the most precious jewels in the world which is themselves. The products that are on the market are not regulated on how they are made by the government because they are considered a cosmetic item that they are worn on the outside of the body. But they are worn against the most precious part of their bodies! Read more>> 

Eric Kolb | Executive Director

My wife, Sheryl, and I started Songs & Smiles to help families navigate the challenges of the Alzheimer’s journey. We know firsthand how tough it is to care for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or any other type of dementia.

In 2020, we launched Songs & Smiles as a nonprofit organization with the mission of keeping families connected during the Alzheimer’s journey. We knew our experience and lessons learned could help others. Read more>>

Steve Smith | CEO

Making a difference in the community, and not just in our clients’ businesses, has been part of the DNA of Firehouse since even before I joined the firm. And, today, that part of us is more evident than ever. We have a multi-year partnership with J.J. Pearce High School in Richardson, a huge part of which is giving students from diverse backgrounds exposure to the advertising business. We execute micro-internships with students from HBCUs to provide students with practical and leverageable experience. And we donate our time and talents to non-profits whose causes we want to advance; in 2024, we partnered with Taylor’s Gift Foundation and created a great campaign for Elevate North Texas. Read more>>

Diana Beltran | Founder and Bilingual Anxiety Disorder Specialist

At Happy Autumn Counseling, we’re all about bringing a little more light into the world—one session at a time! Our virtual group practice is here to support bilingual and First-Gen women as they navigate anxiety, OCD, trauma, and all of life’s twists and turns. Think of us as your biggest cheerleaders, helping you live authentically and create the life you truly deserve. Read more>>

James Ukoli | Chess Promoter

My business mission is to get more people to play chess around the globe competitively and for fun, because it helps strengthen critical thinking skills, and organizational skills in the real life world, thus helping contribute to society. Read more>>