Meet Steven Hullander | Business, Tattoo artist & founder of The Creed of Ink

We had the good fortune of connecting with Steven Hullander and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Steven, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
Was working at another shop and had just tattooed an actor known for his tattoos in the industry, Robert LaSardo, we were in Biloxi Mississippi at some tattoo convention. That was the moment I told my fiancé at the time we needed to open a shop and give it a shot. My older brother, my financial advisor/mentor told me I was crazy and needed more savings and more preparation, and I told him if I didn’t do it now I never would. He leaned my 5 grand that changed my life and bettered it for my family. Went in with the thought process of failure wasn’t an option and here we are 10 years later.
Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I am the founder of the Creed of Ink, a non profit organization that provides tattoo therapy and is a federally recognized religion. We provide tattoo therapy to veterans, first responders, and people with mental health issues. I am hoping to change the industry through this organization.
I have gotten to where I am at through having a strong work ethic. I’ve always believed to be the best you have to out work the rest.
Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
For activities, Atlanta has attractions I’d go to with my friends. The Atlanta Aquarium, and the World of Coke is always a fun time, as well as a game at the Braves stadium. For food I always recommend Jeffersons in Cartersville, they’re best known for their wings. #8 Sushi Lounge is also one of my favorite sushi spots.
The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My wife and family for dealing with the sacrifices I’ve had to make to build this into what it has become, my brother for supporting and listening leading by example. My fellow artist that work themselves to death making sure everything runs great.
Website: https://paragontattoos.com
Instagram: @hullander
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