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.

Connor Frawley

Success takes on a lot of names in my business. That may sound cliche but there are so many pieces at play between exposure, the sale, equipment, the clients happiness, the guest enjoyment, and of course how I hold myself accountable for the quality of my sets. It is important for me to reflect on every event, normally on the way home, about what went right, what could have gone better, and what I learned. By remaining present and focused, with a big smile on my face, and the clients best interest at heart I can gladly say that I have given 100% effort to making sure the event was a success. Read More>>

Bj Carmichael

One key factor on when you know to keep going. Purpose: Long as what you’re doing serves purpose for you, makes you feel like you’re making a difference. You have to know when to apply, adjust and regroup but… making those decisions dont make you want to stop, it makes you want it even more. That’s the sign to keep pushing. Read More>>

MAKO Girls

What inspired us to be the MAKO Girls and pursue a career in the music industry was meeting the boy group “Mindless Behavior”. Back in 2012 at DBS Sounds. After their meet & greet event, we watched their documentary together. Seeing them performing in front of the masses and the opportunities to travel the world, we were set on our path to become a girl group. Read More>>

Amber Barnes

What makes me happy is growth and becoming the woman I know I’m meant to be. My daughter Autumn plays a huge role in that. Being able to show up for her, love her, and create a life where she feels safe and inspired truly fulfills me.

I’m happiest when I’m walking in my purpose. Acting and being creative lights me up. Whether I’m auditioning, networking, or attending events, it’s about knowing I’m getting closer to the life I’ve been working toward.Read More>>

Rio Coleman

At my core, the people who love and support me make me happy. Beyond that, it’s music, money, and fashion.

Music makes me feel free and at ease. I love to dance—it helps me reconnect with my innermost self. You’ll often find me at music events and raves around Atlanta. Read More>>

Cameron MoreLife

Some may pursue a creative career—it honestly feels like I was born to create. At 7 years old, I was writing five-page horror stories in composition notebooks just to keep my mind occupied. I was diagnosed with ADHD at 5, and creativity became my way of channeling that energy into something focused and meaningful. Read More>>

Chrysta Nichols 

My idea of work-life balance has evolved a lot over time. As a full-time student at North Carolina A&T State University, balancing extracurriculars, leadership roles, and work, my schedule was packed but there was more flexibility in how I structured my time. Now, working full-time in as a Social Strategist for Ford in New York City, the stakes and structure feel different. My time is more fixed, and balance requires more intentionality.  Read More>>