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.

Mitch Musicant

The education and knowledge involved with the detailing industry, breaking down the science of paints and the protection of those substances. Read more>>

Tricia Meteer | EQX photo Fine Art , Wedding and Portrait Photographer

Taking risks has been the single most rewarding aspect and driving force of my career as a Photographer and entrepreneur. During the Covid shut downs I was forced to stop shooting weddings and pivot. It was challenging financially because I had 20 animals to feed. During that time I added more Airbnb rentals to my small farm and grew my home products division for EQX LUXE and fine art. It gave me a break from shooting people and I focused solely on animals. Read more>> 

Angela Shabilla | Operations

High risk, High reward! I’ve always prided myself on having integrity in all I do. Before leaving a 16-year job in the medical field, I never imagined I would be here nine years later. I was in a pharmacy/oncology unit where I mixed Chemotherapy treatments for cancer patients, and during work, I lost my grandmother. I remember not being so compassionate to death and thinking, “Wow, she lived 94 beautiful years.” I viewed death like anyone else. Read more>>

Kau’i Castaneda | Hula Director & Instructor

Taking pride in teaching people who are eager to expand their minds, talents, and skills with learning about hula, the Hawaiian culture and embark into continuing with the teachings that are being handed down to me. Read more>>

Alan Silberstein | Co-Founder, ShipLab

People who aren’t in the shipping and fulfillment industry might not fully realize how tricky it really is. We always ensure our operations are running smoothly and seamlessly for our clients, which makes what we do seem easy. This causes some folks to think that they can bring it in-house to do it themselves or cut corners. But without the right systems in place, they can end up with problems like lost inventory, delayed shipments, higher costs and ultimately, lower customer satisfaction. Read more>>

Lisa Capano | Painting Conservator: Painting Restoration and Conservation

Most outsiders haven’t ever heard about Art Conservation and Restoration. Many people visit museums, but haven’t thought about what it takes to make a painting look great and keep it in good condition. Those who have visited Europe have probably seen scaffolding up inside of churches or next to walls, and have wondered what is going on underneath the covering plastic sheets, etc. When I tell people that I restore and conserve paintings, they usually give me a blank stare.  Read more>>

Albert Castaneda | Wedding Venue Owner + Designer

Fun Fact – I, Albert Castaneda went to school, got my Bachelors in Business and My Maters Degree in International Business. I was in process post grad and training to become a financial advisor. About two years later, I felt something was missing. Read more>>