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.

Seerel Meadows | Dallas Discovered- Content Creator

I believe the most important factor behind Dallas Discovered has been my focus on relationship-building. When I was just launching Dallas Discovered, my biggest focus was engagement with my audience. I made it a priority to respond to every comment and question, which resulted in more authentic interactions with people who were truly searching for the best experiences Dallas had to offer. Dallas Discovered followers came to trust the quality of our content as they tried and loved our recommendations. Read more>>

Michael Vasquez | Digital Illustration & Artist

I believe the most important factor behind the success of my business and brand is my integration and commitment to expression of my culture and education of said culture. My business revolves around creating artwork of my culture of Native American and Mexican. So not only am I creating artwork of my culture but also educating people about my culture. For me, I never really learned about my own culture growing up, and so I have taught myself and learned from other people and artists. And I think that’s something that a lot of people can relate to. Read more>>

Mitzi Dulan, RD, CSSD | Founder + CEO of simplyFUEL

I think the most important factor behind the success of my brand is that people are blown away by the taste of it. And, when you have a delicious and nutritious snack food that kids and parents enjoy you can have a winner. I also believe the authenticity of my story that I randomly made the players my protein ball recipe as the Team Sports Nutritionist for the Kansas City Royals for 10 years. Never before had I made them food in my kitchen at home and brought to them. Read more>>