We asked some of the city’s rising stars to reflect on what made a difference in their journey. We asked them to tell us about what they think the most important factor has been behind their success.

Sebastiano Zanon | Restaurant Manager

There’s more than one factor that goes into the recipe of hospitality success. -Ambience -Quality -Service -Hospitality Read more>>

Alyssa Mauro | Creative Director, Event Shoppe by Alyssa & Co.

I believe that consistency is the key to my success and the success of my brand. I have worked in this industry for 15 years now and although I have changed and grown as a person in that time, the way I treat my clients and my business has never shifted – The same goes for my outlook on my journey. Read more>>

Lester Johnson | Founder & CEO

The most important factor for the tremendous success of my Businesses is the direct reflection of the faithful promise that I made to Jesus Christ 10 years ago sitting in my apartment after the death of my grandmother Hattie Johnson. My God assured and guaranteed to me that I could have all the desires of my heart, if I submitted to his will and allowed him to use me accordingly. Read more>>

Greg Waid | Founder, Leader and Mentor

Our Community Table is a faith-based ministry that is bringing churches and the community together to help those in need. What we started on April 10th, 2020 has grown to become a well-recognized ministry that targets local families in need of food. We believe we are bringing a sense of Hope and Peace to those who are struggling in this economy. Read more>>

Kate Obert | Personal Brand Consultant & Stylist

The most important factor behind my success and the success of my brand is being in alignment with myself. This means knowing who I am, what my style and vibe is, and listening to my energy. It’s easy to get caught up in the online noise of strategies and advice, but the truth is that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to success. Read more>>

Pilar Ramirez | Dj & Music Producer

I think for me the key factor is the consistency, on not giving up, believing in myself even if there has been people telling me for example the the genre that I play is taking me nowhere. Always be focus on what is your goal, no distractions of any kind. Read more>>

Silvia Gaeta | Founder Of Baby Clothing Brand: GrisPetalo®

I would say the most important factor has been consistency and hard work, there are a lot of businesses/brands that dont make it because they didn’t keep working long enough, you have to believe in your product and your idea and be laser focus on it, of course it takes a lot of hard work but you also have to be consistent, improve constantly and always keep testing new ideas. Read more>>

Samuel Diaz | Cinematographer/Photographer

I think the most important factor behind my success to this point in life is just truly understanding my purpose and always moving in a space of love & positivity. I always do my best to just keep a positive mindset because the world just shoots out so much negativity that sometimes it may seem difficult to progress. I knew very young that my purpose was always to bring light into this world through believing not only in myself but also breathing life/hope into others who have trouble believing in themselves and it’s a big part of why I am where I am today.  Read more>>