We asked some of the city’s hidden gems to tell us about what they feel is the most important factor behind their success.

Gary Trudell

The most important factor behind the success of my brand is our care and attention to people. I have seen people through every aspect of life: newly married, graduations, divorce, illness, death, etc. Whether in the best or worst of times, dedicating our time to making sure we get them comfortable and happy is of utmost importance. Read More>>

Raizel Prijanto

To me, it always comes down to the connection. Connecting with the right individuals has been the biggest factor in my journey. The right people will open doors, lead you to places you didn’t know you belonged, and most importantly, lift you up. When working in fashion, it can be intimidating or competitive, but when you surround yourself with individuals who genuinely support your vision, the energy shifts to becoming collaborative and inspiring. Read More>>

Christian Marin Diaz

For me, the most important factor is honesty. I’ve worked hard, been resilient, studied the game, but the truth is I have a good heart and parents and kids feel that. I don’t coach for money—I coach because I care about every kid I train. I want them to improve as players and grow as people. Read More>>

Serge Sohen

The biggest factor behind my success is a discipline I’ve cultivated over years: the ability to stay calm under pressure and turn that calm into structure for everyone around me. I call it CalmOps—a production discipline that blends practical tools from IT (clear ownership, short sprints, additional interim meetings/PPM for each department, predicted risk lists) with the taste and timing of Live-Action Commercial craft.  Read More>>

Roman Keshishyan

I think my wife and I have an unconventional perspective when it comes to defining success.

We put a stronger emphasis on the journey, as opposed to the destination. We don’t measure it in terms of salaries, zip codes, or automobile collections. Read More>>