Today we’d like to introduce you to Baili Willson.
Hi Baili, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Starting my visuals company, Bodied Archives, at 19 years old helped me develop a real sense of how to run a business, create content, and most importantly, learn my worth. I figured it would be a great way to get my foot in the door within the music industry, and was soon shooting big artists and dancers from all over the West Coast. What I didn’t realize, was that I was far more talented (and passionate) in helping people build their brands & motivate my fellow entrepreneurs, but I still never wanted to lose my outlet for creating art to share.
Soon after, I was a full-time brand strategist & visual designer for companies ranging from jewelry brands to sex therapists, to global event medical teams. Every single one of the brands I’ve worked with, all had a passion greater than just making money. When I discovered the impact I was able to make, I decided that I wanted to go much, much bigger.
In April of 2022, my partner and I launched Fortune Maze Enterprises, an Austin-based company that helps connect brands or influencers with opportunities and develop an irresistible online presence. We also help with physical marketing strategies too for physical store locations. My partner, Markario, is also a creative brand strategist & one of the most innovative content designers I have ever worked with. Fortune Maze is currently working on curating more accessible online courses & content to help other creatives like us, get un-stuck & start scaling their businesses.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Honestly, most of the opportunities I have been blessed with have fallen in my path because of the drive I’ve had. The only part that was a real struggle for me was deciding which ones to take, and which ones were leading me away from my purpose. Starting off in LA in the music industry, entirely helped me build the skills I have today to determine which opportunities are for me because not all opportunities are good ones! Starting a company with another person has also been a struggle in itself, but all of our different ideas and outlooks are meant to build something greater than the both of us. Our goal is to make impacts!
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Fortune Maze?
I want to start with the meaning behind Fortune Maze. We chose this name because it truly is a company with a vision to help lead other creators & entrepreneurs through the maze of success, and reach their fortune. On top of our slight obsession with fortune cookies lol.
Fortune Maze has a much larger vision than just helping people build an online presence. We want to help companies that align with our strategies, become a part of a family that wants to see success together. Through website design, email campaign projects, social media growth & optimization, and creative content coaching, Fortune Maze leads businesses to an irresistible brand presence. We take pride in helping the people around us stay motivated, develop their personal brands, and truly helping whoever we can succeed for the long haul.
Who else deserves credit in your story?
My partner Markario has been a whole blessing. We developed this plan together, and that’s so much more than I’ve ever pictured in a best friend, a partner, and a future. You deserve the biggest shoutout!
Markario specializes in marketing and content creation, managing over 20 accounts and connecting with tons of influencers & creatives. We’ve been traveling state-to-state networking and building our vision together, and our passions and talents align within Fortune Maze’s vision.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.fortunemaze.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/thefortunemaze & www.instagram.com/baillionaire & www.instagram.com/itsmarkario
- Twitter: www.twitter.com/thefortunemaze
Image Credits
Bodied Archives
