We asked some fantastic parents from in and around the city to tell us about the most important thing they have done as parents.

Wil Lemus

Being supportive and understanding. No matter what feeling I have about the situation they may be in, my job as a parent is to help them get through it and not have them deal with my feelings about it in that moment. Read more>>

Arjay & Brittany Smith

As parents, the most important thing we’ve done is let our kids see collaboration up close. They see us disagree. They see us rewrite. They see us scrap ideas and start over. They see us respect each other’s strengths. And they see that building something meaningful takes teamwork. We’ve also been intentional about turning everyday conversations into lessons. Read more>>

Constantinos Vorrises

Becoming a parent changes your life and the way you spend your free time. I have a 7 year old son and I try to spend a lot of time with him as I think the most important thing you can give someone is your time. The most important thing has been just being with him day by day and trying to enjoy the moments. Read more>>

Nury Espinoza

The most important thing I’ve done as a parent is show my children what it looks like to believe in yourself and pursue your purpose. I’ve tried to lead by example — showing them that if you truly want something, you work hard for it, stay resilient, and keep moving forward even when things are uncertain. Read more>>

Isaiah Diaz

I am a parent to 3 children, all of whom are extremely curious. The thing I have tried to impart on them the most is that they can do whatever they want. As cliche and vague as that is, I think it is the most important thing I can teach them. Read more>>

Tiarah Jade

Becoming a parent changed the way I look at success. It’s no longer just about building a business—it’s about building a life that my daughter can look at one day and feel inspired by. The most important thing I hope she learns from me is the value of discipline, self-respect, and believing in your vision even when the path isn’t easy. Read more>>