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.

Jie Liang Lin | AI Ethics Researcher & Founder

I disagree that hustling 24/7 at 120% is the best way to found a company. I have never made the most strategic decision, had the most creative idea, nor spoken the most convincingly when I’m burnt out. There has never been a time when it was worth it to risk my health to deliver a project. Read more>>

D.L. Skinner | Actor, Producer, Photographer

Something someone once told me is, “People won’t always remember what you said, but they will remember how you made them feel.” I have held onto those words while I conduct myself in my personal and professional relationships. This has translated into me doing my best to go above and beyond with all the people I meet. Read more>>

Harriet Bridgwater | Actress

I want my legacy to be the projects I’m involved in, the films and plays I act in, I want people to resonate with as well as be entertained by. I love seeing something that moves me and encourages me to think in a different way to understand more about people from different backgrounds. Read more>>

Max Shifrin | Talent Manager & Producer

A book I read that really inspired me is called The Defining Decade by Meg Jay. Meg is a clinical psychologist who specializes in those in their twenties and uses stories from real life to provide smart and compassionate advice about these crucial years that culture has historically said don’t matter. Read more>>

Omari Jinaki | Calisthenics Ambassador

For 10 years, I’ve managed one of the largest, high quality calisthenics competitions in America. After the 2019 event, I made the difficult decision to make the event much smaller. 2019 was our biggest year ever. Read more>>