We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Holly Mackinnon | Founder & CEO Small Seed Bar

I’m inspired by change—whether it’s shifts in how people perceive food, health, movement or the American food industry. There’s something exhilarating about witnessing that “aha” moment when someone truly grasps new information and makes empowered decisions that profoundly impact their life and the lives of those around them. You can’t be part of the Small Seed Community without experiencing transformation and learning something new. For me, it began with the belief that a protein bar didn’t have to be like all the rest. Small Seed Bars embody this change. Read more>>

Ashley Nicole | Crystal Keeper & Energy Therapist

There’s a lot of things that inspire me & fill me with great joy! At the top of the list, LOVE sits proudly. It will always be “The most High” for me & my work. Read more>>

Simone Holloway | Attorney, Pastor, Author & Speaker

The value or principle that matters the most to me is Integrity. I believe integrity is the principle that allows us to do good work and to really build trust in our community. Read more>>

Hoang Vi Fessenden

Fake it till you make it, it doesn’t make any sense to pretend and create unauthentic vibes. I think the better advice is to go through it, be it, grow it, earn it, get it! Read more>>

Tammara J Banks | Style Coach

I have learned that when it comes to vision there is a process that prepares you to steward the vision well. Many times I would get these elaborate visions in my head. I wouldn’t pray about them nor did I set goals, or actionable steps to get to the end. This left me disappointed and frustrated, and I had no clear roadmap. I just started doing things that I believed made sense to me. I do however believe all of these things eventually worked out for my good, In Hindsight looking back I don’t recommend doing that. Partnering with God DAILY in my business is my secret sauce. He created the vision and then created the gifts in me needed to cultivate, nurture, and steward the vision. Read more>>