We asked some very thoughtful members of our community to reflect on what they’ve learned from their heroes.

Petra Nwosu

My parents, Godfrey Sr. and Siata are my heroes. They have been married for over 35 years and are truly best friends! One of the main lessons I have learned from my parents is that being married isn’t always going to be 50/50. For instance, there will be times when one person may only have 25% to give on all levels. I’ve personally witnessed my parents extend grace to each other and carry the 75%. That’s true partnership. Read more>>

Thomas Kevin Dolan

My Oldest Brother, Like Sweet-But-Sour Candy The telephone rang one quiet Saturday morning in March of 1988. My aunt spoke sharply down the line, “Why didn’t you tell me?” Her next words told me my eldest brother was dead. Read more>>

Marlize Duncan

I don’t think I could name just one person. I will say, though, that I have an affinity for multi-hyphenate creatives like Issa Rae, Donald Glover, or Tyler, the Creator. I’ve always been the type of person who had to try something at least once. I’ve created content for social media, written op-eds, created all types of artwork, and so on. Read more>>

Jennie Chancey

I have two heroes who became the main inspiration for my business. First is my paternal grandmother, Jeanie Ethell (or “Mimi,” as we called her). She had an incredible sense of style and dignity. In my earliest childhood memories, she is dressed to perfection, always accessorizing with jewelry, a hat, and gloves–even just to run errands in her yellow Cadillac. Read more>>

Kimo Bentley

About Kimo Bentley Kimo Bentley has spent the past 22 years working alongside world renowned plastic surgeons, gaining both experience and knowledge in the skincare and the cosmetic industry. Trained in hair transplants, scalp exfoliating treatments, skin rejuvenation, body sculpting,laser hair removal for face and body as well as cutting edge laser liposuction. Read more>>