We asked some of the city’s hidden gems to tell us about what they feel is the most important factor behind their success.

Stacey Dori | Prophetess & Spiritual Advisor

The most important factor in the success of my business is God. He is always first in my life. Also my passion for helping others and being a giver by nature. Read more>>

Dewayne Hart | President of Secure Managed Instructional Systems (SEMAIS), LLC I Author of The Cybersecurity Mindset” I US Navy Veteran I Creator of “Cyber Talk””

The cybersecurity market is a system of many elements and moving parts. As a person who has developed a brand into cybersecurity, the success comes from having a passion for technolgy, communicating a vision that attractive, and staying committed to the process. Read more>>

Ryan Garcia | Recording Artist/Song Writer

My mother. Such a cliche but my mother has been my backbone since I started my journey of music. There hasn’t been anything but genuine support from her since I released my first song. And the way we’ve been able to talk about personal issues since then has been something I will try to embody when I’m a father. Read more>>

Nicole Mixon | Artist & Event designer

One of the most important factors behind business success for Be Inspired Creations is handling and serving my customers with Care. Care as if each and every single project is my very own. Read more>>

Christine Nicole | Model, Influencer, Graphic Designer, Travel Agent and Boutique Business Owner

Staying true to myself and being ME! Your target audience loves you, who you are and what you stand for. Realizing who my target audience is was a game changer. You can do everything right but if you are reaching and targeting the wrong people you won’t make it anywhere. If you aren’t being authentic and true to yourself you won’t be able to grow. Read more>>

Tonya Parker | The Inclusion Practitioner

The most important factor for the success of my brand as “The Inclusion Practitioner” is the sincerity and authenticity that comes simultaneously with my existence and my practice. They are one, and for me, there is no separation. Wherever Tonya Parker happens to be, inclusive behavior and practices follow. I don’t need space, reason or opportunity to become “The Inclusion Practitioner.” It’s who I am. Read more>>