We’ve been working on our publication and platform for almost a decade because we deeply believe that the world will be a far more empathetic and collaborative place if we all had the ability to know each other’s stories. The past decade has brought unimaginable challenges along the way, but we persevere because we believe this is mission worth never giving up on. We often are inspired by the folks we’ve featured and their commitment to their respective missions and so we asked some of them to talk to us about this very topic and have share some responses below.
Amber de la Rosa
I’m deeply committed to creating spaces that celebrate and uplift the Hispanic community. Through La Cultura Market, I’ve seen how powerful it is when people feel seen, represented, and proud of where they come from. It’s more than just a market. It’s a movement to ensure that our culture continues to thrive and be shared in authentic ways. Read more>>
Saúl Arteta
What’s a belief or project I’m committed to, no matter how long it takes? For me, it’s simple: I’m on a lifelong mission to make real paella known, loved, and respected across the USA — and beyond. Not just as a dish, but as a cultural experience, a piece of history, and a love letter from my hometown, Valencia. Read more>>
Anvika J. Blackburn
For the longest time, I measured goals by time: graduate college in four years, get promoted in two, achieve milestones on a strict schedule. One of the hardest mindsets I had to shift was decoupling goals from deadlines. As a program manager, deadlines were everything, and while that mindset has its value, it made it difficult to nurture long-term projects without pressure. Read more>>
Melinda Rothouse
We believe that everyone is creative, and part of our mission is to dispel common myths about creativity, such as ‘only certain people are creative,’ and the myth of the tortured artist. We all use our creativity on a daily basis to navigate the challenges of life, including things like cooking, gardening, parenting, and in our careers. Read more>>
Desiree Macdonald
The project I’m committed to, no matter how long it takes, is building the biggest shop in Austin, Texas. My vision is to create a one-stop destination that offers: Suspension work — such as: drop kits, leveling kits, lift kits, tires, wheels, wheel repair, and window tint — all at affordable pricing with same-day installs. Read more>>
