Through the work we do we are incredibly fortunate to find and learn about so many incredible local artists, creatives and entrepreneurs. Their stories, the lessons that they’ve learned and the legacies they are building inspire us beyond words. Below, we have highlighted a few of those amazing folks and we hope you’ll check out their stories and their responses to some of the fundamental questions the help form the foundation of our lives and careers.
Jody Love
Yes, the public version of me is the real me, but it is the part of me that is most grounded in my values and purpose. What people see publicly, my persistence, my passion for fairness, and my focus on relationships and systems change, is all authentic. Read more>>
Katheryne Johnson
I am being called to be seen. To share myself. Not just my work, but me as a person. I’ve always been open to sharing things that I have done, and accomplished whether its music videos, beautiful photography, or art shows. I have been getting a pull to share my own thoughts, feelings, and mostly wisdom that I have acquired over the years. Read more>>
Lance Clair
I’d say building Ascendry.app. It literally just launched yesterday officially and while we have a decent amount of student accounts signing up to learn from a decent amount of mentors, I know it’s going to take a tremendous amount of years to officially build into something that’s substantial enough to satisfy my hopes for it. Read more>>
Angel De Paz
Today, we are taking risks and training young and old athletes alike in our style. By training the younger generation to understand the style of Lucha Libre, they will grow in the business and be able to one day become the superstars they wish to be. Read more>>
Carlie Eissler
Suffering has taught me to persevere, whereas I wouldn’t need to persevere if I only ever faced success. Over the last 9 years there have definitely been seasons where work has been slower & I worry if I’m still doing the right thing, but that has taught me to persevere & never give up. Read more>>
Paul Berg
Absolutely everything. I am a photographer and I break all the rules of photography and walk my own path. I started photography in the 80’s when we focused on film and spent hours in the darkroom to get our photos just right. Read more>>
Sayge
I think that when some people look at me and the things that I’m interested in creating, they would think it’s all about denouncing patriarchy or empowering women to be sexually free and in their power mostly. Read more>>
Vanessa Mitera
I’ve learned that success built on striving will always cost more than it gives. Most people see the highlight reel and assume the hustle is harmless, but I know how invisible wounds, like a parent’s rejection, can quietly drive every decision. Read more>>
Molly Whiting
Any time the fear of being perceived wins over my desire to ask for something, I feel a lot of regret. Whether that’s speaking up for more white rice at Chipotle or asking people to look at my work, I never regret putting myself out there. I realized that I couldn’t be attention-seeking and also be afraid of being judged. So, I chose the former. Read more>>
Blake Peterson
The fear of failure. Ive always had some amount of pressure on myself. Whether that pressure was in collegiate wrestling, running multiple businesses, or being the best father and husband- it sometimes feels overwhelming. The ability to trust the process and trust yourself is the best way to avoid letting the fear of failure paralyze you. Read more>>
James Barr
Wounds are a dime a dozen after age 30. Most of us have had friends get married before us, lost a friend, lost a child, lost a parent, or lost a job. We all lose things and people. Coming to terms with your own loss on a major scale needs some adjustment. Read more>>
David Rearic
Every day is something new. It really all starts the night before, the late late hours, early in the morning, sitting at my laptop editing. The hours that the world is quiet and I’m able to get locked in. Read more>>
Melissa Garrett
“What’s been bringing me joy lately is seeing growth through both my nonprofit, The Hive: The Indigenous Collective, and my business, Wadulisi’s. With The Hive, we recently received our 501(c)(3) status and can now focus on food sovereignty and cultural education in the community. Through Wadulisi’s, I’ve been able to connect with tribes and resources I never thought possible. Read more>>
Malek Robinson
Acknowledging that my brothers and close friends are gone but transitioning the thought of how they’re at the table with me in spirit! Read more>>
