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.

Vickie Harris | Director of Music City Animal Rescue and co/owner of Nashville City Productions, Inc.

As the Director of an animal rescue, our impact on the community is huge. We are considered a “safety net” for our local animal control and humane association. This means that when these facilities are full (which they always are these days) or when there is an animal that has special needs or simply does not do well in a shelter environment, we are next in line. We are their last lifeline. Read more>>

Summer Owens | Professional Speaker and Life Coach

For over a decade, my life has been dedicated to uplifting and transforming the lives of others through the S.O. What! philosophy. It’s more than just a saying; it’s a way of confronting and overcoming life’s obstacles, no matter how daunting they might seem. S.O. What! Read more>>

John Widrick | Executive Director, The Bridge House

I am inspired by individuals who actively contribute to their communities through meaningful actions. These people might be involved in government, for-profit, or nonprofit sectors, or be part of faith-based communities. Their defining traits are their dedication to action over mere words, their willingness to live sacrificially for the betterment of others, and their commitment to strengthening the community and people around them. Read more>>

Chelsea Sullivan | Photographer

I love helping my clients creating special memories. Whether it’s honoring a loved one, a birth of a new baby, or someone marrying the love of their life…. Those moment make me happy. Read more>>

Kristen Smith | Entrepreneur

Life makes me happy. Waking up each day and chasing my dreams. Loving those around me. Spreading joy and light. Fulfilling my purpose. Seeing the beauty. Embracing the magic. Trees and sunsets. Oceans and skies. Rainbows and flowers. Breathing is my greatest source of joy. With each breath, I have the opportunity to choose my own happiness. To choose life. Read more>>

Michael Scott | Artist and musician

The end goal of my career would be to have a big family that I get to support by making music. Touring and recording my own music for a living would be a dream. There is a lot of steps to get there but I am willing to take those steps. Obviously if I am playing arenas when I’m 40 that’s amazing but really if I can just sustain me and my family, that is all I care about. Read more>>

B.O.A Mook | Music artist ,actor motivational speaker

I want to be somewhere happy & healthy living in my dream home with the love of my life & our kids ….most definitely want too have millions in the bank with a foundation built up to pass down to my children. Read more>>

Tiffany Sevier | Minister

The most difficult decision I’ve ever had to make is attaining the power to say no. Read more>>

Kendall Duffie | Entrepreneur/Chef/Certified Rescue Diver

Reaching goals is all about mental fortitude and believing in yourself. If we could see the end result to getting to wherever it is we are pursuing to go, we wouldn’t develop the character or learn the lessons needed to appreciate and sustain our successes. I alway say “if it was easy, everybody would do it” For me, I don’t want easy. I want the things very few achieve in life. Read more>>

LaShonté Pop | Recording Artist & Director

My purpose chose me. God shows me the visions and will not ever allow me to be content until I bring them to fruition. I don’t have a choice. If I’m not creating, I’m not living. I am a creator. Not giving up boils down to knowing what makes you tick. Because once the tick is gone, you’re only existing. Taking breaks is crucial – but you can always come back stronger. Read more>>