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.

Lynessa Layne

As an Indie author, I attend many signing events and expos, but I also attend writing conventions as a means of continuing education.

TropiCon came into existence because I wanted to cultivate a family-friendly environment for all types and genres of readers, while also getting a light educational experience. Read More>>

Derek Hughes

It’s funny, I was just talking to my wife about this exact question last week. We were telling each other our own definition of success. I had spent time a few years ago defining this for myself and over the years, as my business has grown, I think I have honed in on my answer. Read More>>

Todd Tilghman

As a younger dad, I think I subscribed a lot more to the common ideology that mom and dad are right and that’s it. Now I have grown kids who’ve moved out and started lives of their own. I also have younger kids, elementary age. Through the years, I’ve learned one of the most important things I can do as a dad is say I was wrong, and I’m sorry. And then try to do better. Read More>>

Leah Larabell

High Garden Tea isn’t just a business; it’s a way of life we are hoping to share with as many others as possible. A life connected to our truest home, to our largest and most whole self, the wild, natural world. Read More>>

Ashley Holt

As COO of West Village Entertainment, social impact is at the core of what we do. We’re transforming the industry by creating real opportunities for independent artists to build sustainable careers. Read More>>

Kaylin Kole

I am inspired by almost everything around me most days. Conversations, melodies on my guitar, new music I hear on the radio, etc. I try to be as accepting as possible when it comes to new song melodies and business ideas. Read More>>

Stelle Amor

My home definitely reflects what brings me joy; I live with my sweet rescue pitty Luci Lou, and my love and partner Dr. Dave! It’s filled with lots of art, musical gear, plants, and flowers(I always joke I have a flower problem…  Read More>>

Tiffany Tynes-gonzales

What truly makes me happy is entertaining and motivating people. There’s something fulfilling about seeing someone’s comments with laughter or those moments when I get a comment saying that I made their day or made them feel better after having a bad day. Read More>>

Misha Mills

The most important lesson I’ve learned in business is to bet on myself—trust my vision, have faith, protect my value, surround myself with the right people, and take action with confidence. At the end of the day, the biggest difference between those who succeed and those who don’t is the willingness to believe in themselves and take action. So whatever dream you have, whatever goal you’re chasing—bet on yourself Read More>>