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.
Lisa Richards | Caterer & Event Planner
Being an entrepreneur, risk runs in my veins. I have seldom been fearful in business while keeping my eyes focused on the future, waiting for my next best idea for how to vertically integrate my catering businesses. The goal was to be a one-stop shop for catering and special event planning. Having launched 20 brands in 40 years, risk assessment was at the center of every decision. Admittedly, I don’t excel at evaluating risk and rely on the brightest minds in our group to run the numbers, shoot holes in my business plan, and vote on moving forward. Read more>>
Anna Sotto | Supporter of Underserved Restaurant Owners in San Diego
Research shows that immigrants and marginalized groups often turn to self-employment due to barriers in the traditional job market. These barriers—such as racial discrimination, language barriers, exploitation in low-quality jobs, and undervalued skills—not only push them into entrepreneurship but also make sustaining their businesses difficult. Lack of personal connections and racial discrimination may limit access to financing, favorable lease agreements, and other key opportunities. Read more>>
Lee Moses | Art Photography from A Maverick
I am from Pennsylvania, city of Philadelphia. Leaving my city of birth to relocate to California, thousands of miles to the west, was a leap of faith. Staying put to what was familiar would definitely be worse than risking failure somewhere else. Imagine a closed door, light beams leaking through the gaps dimly illuminating a room that has become the corral of frustration and discontent. I know what is possible within that light. Read more>>
Julia Offenberger | Digital Marketer & Content Creator
I’ve always been drawn to the power of creativity to connect people and tell meaningful stories. I pursued a creative career because it allows me to blend my passion for storytelling with the impact that well-crafted content can have on audiences. My interest in this field was sparked in high school when I launched FrecklyMag, a digital and print magazine born from my passion for intersectional feminism and my drive to address the underrepresentation of marginalized voices. Read more>>