Meet Victoria Samone | Entrepreneur and educator

We had the good fortune of connecting with Victoria Samone and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Victoria, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
The most important factor behind the success of 4 The Culture Studio and myself is definitely community! From the very beginning I have had the support of many creators, curators and influencers in the Dallas area. Word of mouth has become my #1 marketing tool. I pride myself in offering value and convenience to my customers, who in return tell others about their great experience at our space. By remaining consistent and creating a positive culture within our community, we have been able to thrive and survive after being closed for months due to the pandemic. More than anything we have to give credit to our community for uplifting and constantly supporting 4 the Culture Studio!

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
What sets 4 the Culture apart from others is our all inclusive amenities, our location that is covered in murals by local artists and our late hours. “It’s just a whole vibe” is something we hear a lot around here. Getting to this point in business has not been easy and I have wanted to give up so many times due to stress, but I never have and never will. When faced with obstacles I choose to rethink and pivot, but I never stop! I may take two steps backwards before getting ahead again, but I’m never idled. Sometimes its necessary to take steps backwards to get to where you want to go. Downsizing after covid has been the best decision yet! Along the way on this road to success I have learned that the key is to take risks! I continue to bet on myself and it has taken me further than I could’ve ever imagined a few years ago! Although risks and changes are scary and sometimes unpredictable, fear can no longer be hindering. I choose to channel my fear as excitement and continue to write my own story. As I write this story if mine I want the world to know that black culture is positive, powerful and present everywhere you turn! Being a successful black business owner and a young woman feels incredible. I am determined to break all stigma and create a powerful culture together with my community and my peers.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Oh my goodness! I absolutely love Dallas and I love going out to explore different places, but it always seems to revolve around food! So here’s my foodie tour. El Palote on Monday for their vegan bbq sandwich Pizza at Cutie Pies on Tuesday for bogo pizza then head to Burger IM for live music Wednesday we will get our free gaming on at Barcadia Thursday’s grub will be Xoxo dining room for their truffle chicken followed by Vals cheesecake Friday we would hang out at Waterproof at the Statler for more pizza and wine Brunchaholics and coffee at Soirée Coffee bar on Saturday with live music. I’m sure at some point we will stop in Bishop arts for Azucar ice cream, shopping, and bar hopping And finally Sunday Brunch at Pangea followed by a trip to the Dallas farmers market

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
There are a so many factors that have shaped my life so far, but more than anything my mother deserves all of the recognition for molding and preparing me for success and life in general. Although my mother passed away many years ago, the values that she instilled in me are ever present and guide me on the daily. I’m forever grateful for her teaching me to be resilient, independent, polite and ambitious in all things.

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