Through our work we have been constantly amazed at the incredible things people in every neighborhood are working on. What’s even more exciting is that they all have different stories, backgrounds, strengths and weaknesses. That there isn’t a single formula for success means that everyone can take their unique set of strengths and characteristics and turn it into a success story. We recently reached out to some folks we admire and asked them what characteristics they feel are responsible for their success.

Melissa Moreno | Writer & Creative

The most important factor behind the success / the success of my brand is that I want to always make sure I am being transparent and remaining authentic to the person I am and creating from a place where it is real and natural as best as possible. I take pride on showing my vulnerability through my brand, so that it allows others to feel comfortable on being vulnerable too. I have realized me being myself and creating art that comes straight from my heart and true emotions; many people tend to gravitate towards it, which then leads me to connect with those who support my brand at a deeper level. Read more>>

Avneet Singh | Founder, Regent Row

Regent Row is a men’s apparel brand reshaping the landscape of inclusive sizing. Its mission is to fill the void in the market with high-quality, stylish, and technologically advanced clothing options for men sizes XL to 6XL. Fashion brands and society often conveniently forget to include the majority of the US population in the conversation. However, the reality is that 39 million people in America are size XL and above, yet 90% of the stores do not carry anything above size XL. Typically, one can find larger sizes at the back of the rack, but these are usually of poor quality or do not fit right, resulting in disappointment, frustration, and low self-esteem. Success for the brand is when men can feel empowered, celebrated, and confident in every garment. Each item at Regent Row is made with premium fabrics, designed to ensure unparalleled comfort and confidence. Read more>>

Kristine Herman | Wedding Photographer

When I first started my business I focused really hard on being the best photographer I could be. While in the beginning, having the skills of my craft was important, looking back I realized the key to my success wasn’t just that I was good at my job. Every step of the way, the connections I have made helped me tremendously with accomplishing my goals. Genuine connections and making real friends have helped me move my business to the next level every time. My business wouldn’t be where it is today without the vendors who trusted me to refer me to their clients. Read more>>