Through our work we have had the good fortune of seeing firsthand how success comes in every shape, size, color, faith, and orientation. More importantly we’ve learned that success is often the result of people embracing their unique backgrounds and so we’ve asked the community to tell us about their background and how it has impacted where they are today.

Jacob Young | Tattooer

My name is Jacob Young and I was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. I grew up in a military family and spent a fair amount of time moving from place to place and having to meet new people and get to know new surroundings. I think the main impact those things had on me was first off making me comfortable in just about any situation with any group of people, which is very useful in my day to day encounters with customers. I also feel that the military family aspect gave me a sense of responsibility and work ethic that has stuck with me to this day. Everything is earned not deserved. Read more>>

Bre Winston | Intuitive Wellness Guide, Writer & Yoga Instructor

I’m from a very small town in North Carolina, I’m talking less than 9,000 people and an hour drive to a major city. Growing up in a small city made me more mindful I believe. I’m so used to everything moving so slow and gradual that there are few moments where I feel impatient or bored. Read more>>

Maritza Rojas | Wax specialist & Licensed Esthetician

I’m a Texas gal through and through, born and raised. I am Mexican American and although I’m classified as first gen, my dad (and grandparents) came to Texas when he was around 5 years old. I would say that being raised in the Mexican culture and a tight-knit family/community, made me who I am today. I was taught to speak up for myself and others, have integrity and to never give up no matter what life throws at you and that’s exactly what I live by today. Read more>>

Laila Small | Travel Advisor

I hail from Queens, NY which first stoked my love for culture! Growing up in such a diverse atmosphere made me love learning about new cultures and I eventually wanted to experience them for myself. As I began to travel in 2017, I realized sharing and creating these core memories with my family and friends brought me so much joy and happiness. In turn, I started organizing group trips and fell in love. Read more>>

Evan Ogden | Country Music Artist

I am originally from a small town just southwest of Oklahoma City. However I moved to Round Rock, Texas when I was twelve years old. I didn’t really know how to process that at the time so I spent a long while not thinking about my upbringing and I lost a lot of connections with Oklahoma and the friends and place that were vital to my young life. Read more>>

Priscille Ngomege | Model|creative

Hello, my name is Priscille Ngomege, I am originally from Douala, Cameroon. I grew up and was raised there for the better part of my adolescence. I moved to Texas when I was 13 years old. One of the biggest things I keep with me wherever I am In life is to stay humble. Read more>>

Stephanie Truong | Registered Dental Assistant, Teeth Whitening, and Tooth Gem Technician

I was born and raised in Arlington, Texas. I grew up in a traditional Vietnamese household with parents that immigrated from Vietnam to the United States during the Vietnam War. Because my parents moved to America in order to find better opportunities, this has impacted me to do everything I can in both my life and career to make both our dreams come true and to one day retire them both. Read more>>

Jackie Renteria | Small business owner

I am from Dallas Texas… Pleasant grove ro be exact, however my parents are from Mexico. My mother Maria Renteria was from Durango Mexico & my father Valdemar Rentería is from Nuevo Laredo. My parents migrated from Mexico to the United States to give me and my siblings a better life. Read more>>

Alec Lamberty | Artist name: Ambedo

I was born in Chicago and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Read more>>