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.

Nicole Rodriguez

Most people expect someone who is working with teeth, to have a “perfect smile”. I started the Bling Fairy to gain confidence in loving my own imperfect smile. I wore braces for 5+ years and unfortunately was that teenager who didn’t want to wear her retainer to school, after wearing braces for so long! So, because my teeth did shift over time, it started to affect my confidence. Read More>>

Whitley Marshall

Artlovelifestyle began as my personal art brand, a space where I could merge my passion for art, love, diverse perspectives, and fashion into a creative platform. From the start, I envisioned expanding it into a magazine that would celebrate these themes while also amplifying voices in sustainability, social justice, and inclusive beauty. The magazine’s table of contents reflects this—divided into Art, Love, Life, and Style—allowing us to explore diverse narratives within each issue. Read More>>

July 7 Who Killed The President Of Haiti?

July 7 LLC helps the community by bringing a powerful film that offers deep insight into the reality of Haiti, its struggles, its resilience, and its truth. Through storytelling, we create awareness, spark dialogue, and challenge the narratives that have long misrepresented our people. Read More>>

Maria Alejandra Faria

Glennon Doyle’s Untamed is a book that explores the liberating power of embracing our true desires and having the courage to pursue them. It inspired me to reflect on my own decision-making process and to prioritize authenticity over fear.

This book encouraged me to chase my dream of living a more creative life, which led me to discover my passion for watercolor and take my first steps as an illustrator. It’s a path I’ve wanted to follow since childhood, but had been too afraid to pursue due to concerns about its unconventional nature and limited job prospects. Read More>>

Yazz Giraldo Moghaddam

I want my legacy to be one of innovation and transformation in the beauty industry. I want people to remember me as the founder of a multifunctional brand that truly changed the makeup game—making women’s lives easier without compromising on quality or ethics. With YazzBeauty, my goal is to empower individuals to feel confident while using versatile, cruelty-free, and sustainable products. I want to be remembered for pushing boundaries, inspiring change, and creating a brand that values authenticity and positive impact.. Read More>>

Mirra Eden

Mirra Eden is an interdisciplinary artist, delving deep into roles as an actor, musician, model, and even motion graphics artist. We were excited to have the chance to speak with her and gain more insight into her ever-evolving creative ambitions.

When asked about her legacy, Mirra said:

“It’s kind of a daunting question, but I would like to be remembered for my authenticity. I put a lot of heart into everything I create, so my hope is that people will be able to connect with what I do and feel the love I pour into it. Read More>>

Tommy Toth-Kiss

Keeping a routine is easily the thing that helped me succeed the most. Once you start a routine it will take you a long way. Eventually you can make success a routine. Read More>>

Rachael Gorchov

I think sometimes of a line I shared at the Museum of Natural History in New York City in my eulogy for my stepfather, Mark Kennedy, at his memorial there. Mark was a origami enthusiast. The lecture hall at the museum was filled with individuals from around the world who had a meaningful experience with Mark in some shape or form. To paraphrase my eulogy, Read More>>