We are so thrilled to be able to connect with some of the brightest and most inspiring entrepreneurs and creatives from across the city and beyond and this series in particular gives us the honor of introducing these folks to you in a unique way – we go beyond the story of how they got to where they are today by asking them to reflect on a variety of deeper questions that we hope will help you better connect with them, their stories and their brands. Ultimately, our hope is that more of us will spend more of our money with independent artists, creatives and small businesses and we think getting to know one another at a deeper level is step one.
Collin Kehl

Lately, I’ve been catching myself laughing at the small things — not because they’re funny, but because of how far we’ve come. The other day, I walked into the studio and saw a tangle of cables, a half-built vocal booth, empty coffee cups, and a whiteboard full of ideas… and instead of getting stressed like I might’ve in the past, I just laughed. Read more>>
Ames King

The biggest lie the entertainment industry tells itself is that artists must constantly be creating and performing to be successful. Artists are human, yet we keep expecting them to be superhuman. Many artists go on long tours and perform night after night, while their fans still expect them to continuously push out more art and content. Read more>>
Sophia Alexander

One of the biggest lies my industry tells itself is that bridal makeup has to look a certain way. There’s this unspoken rule that brides are “supposed” to want the same soft neutral eye, nude lip, and ultra-classic glam, almost like there’s only one correct look for a wedding day. But the truth is, not every bride feels like herself in that style. Read more>>
Lauren Crowder

In the past I was guilty of modeling my goals as a creator after other people which led to a lot of comparison and moving inauthentically. Read more>>
Samuel Landu

I feel as an artist and designer only I know the trajectory of my career. I’m very proud of the ideas and concepts I grow with in my mood board I would say residing in my head. Read more>>