Through the work we do we are incredibly fortunate to find and learn about so many incredible local artists, creatives and entrepreneurs. Their stories, the lessons that they’ve learned and the legacies they are building inspire us beyond words. Below, we have highlighted a few of those amazing folks and we hope you’ll check out their stories and their responses to some of the fundamental questions the help form the foundation of our lives and careers.
Carrie Cantwell
My cats, for sure! I have three rescue kitties, and their wild little personalities never fail to crack me up. Whether they’re demanding treats, dropping toys at my feet, gently patting my face, or snuggling up with me for a TV night, they bring me so much joy and laughter every single day.Read more>>
Brandi Denyse
I hope people say I was a light! Genuine, grounded and full of love. That I made others feel seen, safe and capable of more than they imagined. That I laughed, listened and gave without keeping score, leaving a space where people could grow and thrive. I hope they say that I lifted others up, personally and professionally. Read more>>
Paulette Kpannah-Jordan
I hope people will remember me as someone kind, caring, dependable, and always willing to go above and beyond for others. My greatest goal has always been to leave the world a little better than I found it. Through Pure Health and Wellness, I’ve tried to help people feel seen, supported, and capable of change. Read more>>
Taylor Eby
I hope people remember me as a hard worker. I work in a very tumultuous industry, so when opportunities do come my way, I want to go above and beyond for the client. I think tenacity and hard work are far more valuable than raw talent, as they show care and passion for what you do. Read more>>
Jacqueline Williams
Creative pursuits. I love any sort of creative challenge, whether it’s learning a new recipe, taking on new technology to help grow our business or mastering restoration techniques. My brain is happiest when it’s being exercised. Read more>>
An’Darrio Abrams
The part of me that I am releasing is the version of myself that kept trying to carry everything alone. For a long time I held on to the pressure to fix every problem and protect every piece of the brand, even when it meant sacrificing my own peace. Read more>>
Dane Robinson
Oh do I have plot twist for you to this question… The relationship that most shaped how I see myself wasn’t one built on mentorship. It was built on a moment that lit a fire. Back when I was a fitness manager, I told my boss I had bigger aspirations. Read more>>
April Mosley
The relationship that most shaped how I see myself was my marriage to my ex-husband. I married him — and nine months later, he fell deathly ill. His illness didn’t just change his body — it changed his character. He became bitter, callous, and cruel. He traumatized my child. He made our home unsafe. It was a nightmare. Read more>>
Jameelah Haadee, J.D., M.S.
My greatest truth is that there is no single truth. The truth of who I am — and what I represent — is uniquely my own. While others may share similar experiences, their truths belong to them, just as mine belong to me. Read more>>
Ebony Inez Collier
I remember feeling powerful in fifth grade when I started my own little business making handmade bookmarks. Seeing my creations encourage other students to read showed me that my ideas and efforts could make a real impact—an early lesson in entrepreneurship and influence that has stayed with me ever since. Read more>>
Jasmine Beck
My closest friends would say that what really matters to me is creating meaningful connections and making people feel cared for. Whether it’s through hospitality, real estate, or sharing my love of animals, I genuinely want to bring warmth and value into people’s lives. Read more>>
Katie Bryl
Fostering and growing local communities, here in Atlanta. A true sense of community has become so rare in 2025. With car dependency, lack of 3rd places, the ease of online communication, and many more factors, it feels harder than ever to foster a local community. Read more>>
Armond Dowdell
I’m committed to building spaces where young people — no matter their background or circumstances, feel seen, supported, and empowered to rise. I believe in creating generational impact through mentorship, education, and community, even if it takes years to see the full ripple effect. Read more>>
Carissa Rolle
Two projects I’m determined to complete, regardless of the time needed, involve innovative educational resources: first, establishing myself as a recognized educational workbook author, and second, developing albums that integrate music directly with various school subjects to aid student learning. Read more>>
Taurea Avant
It was at my father’s celebration of life after his passing. Watching how many people showed up, cried, and shared stories about how he impacted them really stayed with me. It made me wonder if he ever truly knew the difference he made. In that moment, I decided I never wanted to leave this world wondering about my own impact. Read more>>
Sara Pelaez, PhD
The moment that profoundly shaped how I see the world wasn’t a grand, external event, but a very quiet, internal shift that occurred after years of my own deep somatic work. For a long time, like many people living with unresolved stress or trauma, my nervous system was stuck in a chronic state of low-grade vigilance.Read more>>
Jessica Goode
Out of intelligence, energy or integrity I would say integrity is most important. Integrity is important because it builds trust, the foundation of every healthy relationship—whether personal, professional, or within a community. When you act with integrity, people know your words match your actions, and they can rely on you to do what is right even when no one is watching. Read more>>
Shannon Vick
To literally answer this question, I decided to change my MINDSET about my life and acting career about a year and a half ago. For years, I kept my dreams small to avoid disappointment and often compared my journey to others. Read more>>
Sylvia Gholston
Once I started accepting that I was over 40, I decided to accept whatever comes my way and use it as an opportunity. Once I realized that life is just that ‘life’, then I learned that at times, pain is a process and that you walk through it, or fall into it. Read more>>
Brandon Greene
When we first started this journey, I didn’t know what to expect, but my mom saw something in me from the very beginning. She used to laugh at all my antics and record me on video. Recently, I started watching some of those old clips, and now I find myself laughing too—it’s pretty cool! Read more>>
