A big part of making decisions is determining what our actions and choices have been inspired by. So we asked decision makers from the community to tell us about what they are inspired by.

Josiah Randleman | Storyteller

I am inspired by life. I am fascinated by life and the stories it tells. We can find life all around us when we look at our planet even down to the unseen lives of microorganisms. I believe that the best stories are about life that has taken place, is taking place, or will take place. Read more>>

Taniya AHMED | Owner

The people, the community, and our team. I am inspired by the positive impact a small business can have on its community and the great impact a community can have on a business. Read more>>

Dorit Schwartz | Fine Art Sculptor

What inspires me most is the amazing variety and beauty of nature. Since I was a kid, I’ve been fascinated by the natural world, and this curiosity has always driven my art. Over the years, I’ve worked with different materials like clay, marble, wood, and crystal. Each one has its own unique feel and story. Read more>>

Fangjian Li | Sound Designer, Production Sound Mixer

I‘m currently doing sound design and sound mixing. I became interested in sound when I was about 20 and watched an animation called “Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!”. It tells a story about how anime is made. It has an episode specifically about how they build their own sound library using old recorders and tapes to record sound from nature. Read more>>

Karen Waddington | Marketing Strategist

Smart people inspire me, people smarter than me. I love learning from people, especially people who have unique and different ideas and perspectives. Read more>>

Aoran Ma

As a graphic designer with a diverse cultural background, I draw inspiration from the rich tapestry of human stories, including my own. The cultural reflections on visuals fascinate me, as they provide a deep well of inspiration that I incorporate into my work. Read more>>