We asked folks we admire to tell us about what they want their legacy to be. Check out their responses below.

Jacob Klentner

I would like to be remembered as someone who cared about what came before, and to leave a lasting legacy that my friends and family can be proud of. I would like to be remembered as one of the better builders of my time, and to leave behind some noteworthy builds that people take inspiration from. I also hope to remembered as someone who cares for others and works to get the best out of everyone. Read More>>

Vanessa Van Holland

I want my legacy to be defined by how I made people feel. Whether it’s my customers, my team, or the community I serve, I want to leave a lasting impression of trust, empathy, and unwavering support. When people think of me, I hope they remember someone who treated them with kindness and respect during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Read More>>

Zelene Jiang Schlosberg

This is a very difficult, almost impossible question! When you think of the eight billion people on our planet, and the millions of artists, it’s hard to conceive of a legacy, even for someone who is famous right now. But if someone happens upon my art in the future, I would like them to think of my art as speaking in a profound way to the times in which we lived (the early to mid 21st century), and of using media (canvas cutout, thread, and panels) in an innovative and compelling way.  Read More>>