We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Vivian Mojisola Lawani

Serving my community, through my business or volunteering. Read More>>

Masha Veretelnikova

I’ve always been a very creative and artistic person. Ever since I was little, I loved anything related to art and beauty—I would spend hours drawing women’s faces, paying attention to every detail. As I got older, that passion naturally translated into an interest in lashes and brows. Read More>>

Claire Daigle

I am an absolute workaholic! I was raised by small business owners, so sometimes it’s hard for me to wrap my brain around the concept of a day off. I’m constantly trying to be better about taking days off! When your main hobby becomes your full time job it becomes extremely important to make room for other hobbies and interests. Read More>>

 Dr. Kchristshan Howard

I want people to remember how I made them feel. When they interact with me, support my businesses, come to my home to fellowship, etc., I want them to always feel welcomed. Although we might meet as strangers, I want them to leave my presence feeling like family.  Read More>>

Noah Barnes

I define success by always doing your best at whatever you do in life. you always need to give 100%. I live by the rule I have made for myself that is always go hard, stay strong, and always believe in yourself. if you truly want something in life go for it. Read More>>

Stephanie Hijazi Horne

Success is like happiness: never fully reached and most meaningful when it is defined from within rather than by external standards. I find success in my willingness to take risks, my courage to be misunderstood, and my ability to push my own boundaries. Sometimes success lives in the quiet of my studio or in the energy of an opening night. Read More>>

Karolina Aguilar

I often wonder whether I should keep pushing forward or quit. I compare my current state with the facts. I consider whether I still have passion, a goal towards which I am moving, or a spark of motivation inside of me. I tell myself that I am definitely not finished when I feel this way. Read More>>