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.

Juan Carlos De La Rosa | Facilitator and Keynote Speaker

I think the most powerful thing I could have ever done to impact my son’s life is to heal. It has been to focus on my own healing and giving the dark parts of me a lot of love. Breaking cycles is no joke. Read more>>

Ed Cunningham | Voice Actor, Voice Teacher, and Demo Producer

Teaching them to appreciate mother nature and everything she has to offer us here in Southern California. Since they were toddlers, I’ve been taking my girls hiking in Topanga and the Angeles National Forest, camping at Cachuma Lake, surfing and beach-combing in Malibu. Read more>>

Yaz Canli | Writer-Director-Actor

I want people to be moved, touched and inspired, when watching my films and walk away with a changed perspective. A compassionate heart unifies and that is what we need so desperately right now. Read more>>

Chey Loran | Film Director and CEO of Lost Lion Film Studios LLC & Lost Lion Animations LLC

I strive to leave a legacy of kindness, positivity, and inspiration. I hope people remember me as someone who made a positive impact, encouraged and uplifted others, and always sought to bring out the best in those around me. I aim to be remembered for my dedication to helping others and making the world a better place in any way I can.  Read more>>

Adrianne AH Harris | Dancer/Dance Instructor/Artist

I will always disagree with “get a 9-5 for “security”. Today we are living in different times where there really is no job security. Where it is a fact that we must survive and live day-to-day, we also must find and do what makes our hearts happy. Read more>>

Romy Turner | Actor

As corny as it sounds, it really was taking the leap to move out here. Home is a long way away and there is no guarantee for anyone trying to make a career in the arts, that you’ll find success. And there were definitely times in the lead up to actually making the move and my first few weeks in the US, where I was pretty convinced that I wasn’t going to stay. Read more>>