We asked some of the city’s rising stars to reflect on what made a difference in their journey. We asked them to tell us about what they think the most important factor has been behind their success.

Amber Briggle

Soma Massage Therapy is a people-first business. That means that I value the health and safety of my team first and foremost. I treat my massage therapists like the health care professionals that they are and honor their time and needs so that they can stay balanced and grounded at work. I listen deeply to my franchisees and help them problem solve in real time so that they can be successful. Read More>> 

Sophia Fuentes

The most important factor behind the success of my 501(c)(3) nonprofit, NeuroFirst, has been perseverance. When I started NeuroFirst in April of 2025, I didn’t have a big team, funding, or a roadmap, but I had a deep passion for neuroscience and a clear mission: to make brain health education accessible and inspire early action against neurodegenerative diseases. Read More>> 

Brandon Odom

The most important factor behind the success of Motion Club and Area51Radio has been our relentless commitment to culture-building. We’re not just throwing events or selling clothes, we’re creating an ecosystem for the future of music, fashion, and media, right from the heart of Dallas.

With Area51Radio, our vision has always been to start the next MTV,a platform where real artists, creatives, and trendsetters get the spotlight they deserve. We’ve built it brick by brick, from digital showcases and street interviews to performance platforms and viral video series that highlight what’s really going on in the underground. Read More>>