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.

Christian Flores

When I was younger, I would have defined success as someone who makes a lot of money and doesn’t have to worry about bills all the time. Financial freedom appeared to provide success and grant one a life of luxury, expensive trips, and birthday gifts. Whenever someone mentioned a successful person, they would list off the few millionaires and billionaires or local celebrities who have made a name for themselves. Read More>>

Jay Britto

I define success by making sure we achieve the goals we set for ourselves and then setting new ones. And that applies to personal as well as professional success. We at Britto Charette are constantly being inspired by amazing designs and artistic creations that we see in our travels or even in the news. Read More>>

Jianny Adamo

For the past three days, I’ve been at a beautiful waterfront home, house-sitting. The house is welcoming and inviting. If I was to design a home with a perfect setting, this is it! Views of the rising sun, lush tropical landscape giving way to docked and passing boats. I sleep soundly and wake up refreshed by the sounds of rain outside in the courtyard or the chimes blowing in the wind.  Read More>>

Jermaine Hooks

What makes me happy is seeing my clients light up after closing on a deal. That moment when all the work, strategy, and back-and-forth finally comes together, and I know I’ve helped them achieve something meaningful, that’s real fulfillment for me. Read More>>

Luis Bertoncini

My artistic inclination emerged at a very young age, influenced by the creative environment in which I grew up. My father was passionate about photography; he owned professional cameras and a Super 8 film camera with which he documented family moments and collaborated with other photographers. His passion became my first source of inspiration. Read More>>

Garrett Olano

When I started my business I had more time than money. I did almost everything myself. I wanted to learn the mechanics, build a reputation, and bootstrap from the ground up. That season was about time on task and learning in the trenches. Read More>>

Allegra Angelo

Balance means different things to different people—there’s no universal recipe for work-life balance. For me, balance lives within the work itself. I’m always immersed in some project tied to beverages, whether it’s visible to others or not. But with time, I’ve learned to value my hours more. I say “no” more often now, choosing meaningful, high-quality projects over ordinary ones.  Read More>>