One of the most rewarding things about getting to know so many entrepreneurs is seeing first-hand how many of them are focused on so much more than just financial results. So many of the folks we connect with are focused on having a positive social impact on their community or the world at large. Check out some of these amazing folks below.

Marquez Tuck | Christian Content Creator

One thing that really inspires and drives me to continue to create is uniqueness. As a Christian content creator, I recognize that many people are doing very similar things to me on the same platform as me and also other platforms such as TikTok or YouTube. Which is why I truly love seeing people step outside of the box and do things that are not Commonly done.  Read more>>

Bella Silberfein | Bhakti Fest Producer

I am most inspired by the people who both attend our festival and the rockstar team that helps put it together. Creating spaces for people to gather and practice together is a labor of love, but is also a powerful and impactful experience. We get to see people come together and create new friendships, connect to a spiritual practice, and momentarily escape from the chaos of our day to day lives. Read more>>

Araks Sargsyan | Creature Designer & Illustrator

I personally would break inspiration down into two stages: raw and processed. Art and nature serve as the primary sources of inspiration for me. I find my muse in music, discover shapes in insects, and seek order within the pages of books. Though seemingly chaotic, my duty lies in translating this amalgamation into something comprehensible. Read more>>

Fengzee Yang | Artist

My work depicts how memory acts as an archetype within human experience. Born and raised in China and moved to the U.S. when I was 15, my nomadic background and the migration experience from a young age inspire themes of dislocation and search for identity in my work. Read more>> 

Samantha Ho | Story Artist & Animation Student

My biggest source of inspiration is my family. They help me grow as both an artist and a person. My parents have always been my biggest supporters. Being an immigrant from the Philippines, my mom had to work hard so that I could have a good education and pursue my dreams. Read more>>