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.

David Carpenter | AO Globe Life Partner

My Mentor taught me don’t make life about you, the path to get what you want is to go serve. Success is about finding your purpose and developing yourself into the person you need to be for the purpose. In the purpose you will use your gifts to help serve others with their challenges. For me, it’s about helping protect families and their legacy with life insurance and helping agents break limitation off their mindsets which directly correlates into their bank account. My biggest secret is to go to work on your development and focus on how to help the most amount of people with your gifts. Read more>>

Yanque Yip | Artist, Athlete & Agriculturalist

“YanqueYipART” represents my genuine evolution as a human being. I have never sought to jump onto trends for popularity or viewership. I express what resonates with who I am and my intention. Essentially, my success is the achievement of my true intention even if it is not celebrated by the masses or appears to be a big deal. I’d rather have a few genuine supporters of my true expression than to have a large following for a facade. “YanqueYipART” is a brand that marks it’s own path through Persistence, Authenticity, Consistency, Excellence and Discipline. Read more>>

Carolina Lizano | Diversity and inclusion & Banker

I am a firm believer in the word “Meraki,” a Greek term that encapsulates the essence of infusing one’s work with soul, creativity, and love. To embody Meraki is to put a part of oneself into one’s endeavors and to approach tasks with passion and authenticity. This concept resonates deeply with me, as I believe that loving what you do is integral to excelling in it. The most critical factor behind my success and the success of my personal brand is my commitment to being community-driven. I firmly believe in the principle that doing good results in receiving double. This belief has guided me in fostering collaboration, gaining trust and credibility, and creating a supportive network to reinforce the positive impact I aim to bring to my community and beyond. Read more>>

Carmelina Natale | Content creator

To Do With Kids Miami was started in 2017 as a local resource for Miami Dade and Broward County area families to find information about what to do with kids in one place! The most important factor behind the success of To Do With Kids Miami is our dedication to our community. We understand the pulse of South Florida families—we’re parents ourselves—and we recognize the constant need for fresh, engaging, and family-friendly activities. Our mission is simple: to provide busy parents with ideas for fun and fantastic outings, classes, events, and other things to do with the kids around Miami Dade and Broward County area. Majority of the events listed are either free or low cost to attend. Read more>>

Keyber Rojas | Tattoo artist

I believe that the most important factor behind the success I have had is the discipline and perseverance with which I have done things. that despite everything I have never decided and I have always trusted myself Read more>>

Lana Bell | Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman Real Estate

The most important factor behind my success and the success of my brand is unwavering commitment to my clients. Over the past 25 years, I have built my reputation on a foundation of honesty, integrity, and exceptional market knowledge. I treat each client as though they were family, ensuring that they feel comfortable and supported from the beginning of their journey to the final closing. My tireless work ethic, attention to detail, and dedication to providing an exceptional level of service have earned me the trust and loyalty of Miami elite, luxury real estate clientele. This personal and fair approach, combined with creativity and hard work, is what truly sets my brand apart. Read more>>