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

Erika May

I would definitely say that My Mom is my hero. She has taught me that with hard work, anything is possible. She has taught me to lead with kindness and compassion, but to stand up for yourself and always use your voice. She taught me that “I CAN”. As a young mom at 18, she finished college while working 3 jobs. She has since, worked her way up to the job title of CFO, is very respected, and loved by her employees. Read more>>

Deshantia Bell

My hero is Ortavia Taylor my mother. The reason behind this is she’s strong, helpful, joyful, her heart is big and pure, also a strict person, organized, fully invested and dedicated in all that she do. Despite the downfalls and trials we went thru you wouldn’t even know we had hard times the way she wear a smile. The lessons I’ve learned from Ortavia is never give up no matter how hard or unclear the situation get. She show the definition of I am my brand. No matter where she go she wearing and advertising her brand. Meeting new people the energy the love customers show back and how satisfied and happy they are. I try to take what I see and incorporate it into me and my business which is Every Little Detail. Based on detailing cars here in Georgia. I am mobile so I do come out to customers location if need be. Since I’ve been in Georgia Ortavia pushed more of my business to help me get out there it’s greatly appreciated. She see the vision and push you also guide you into what to do and where to fix your downfalls. It’s always great to be able to work under your mother and follow in her footsteps. Read more>>

Meshack Momanyi

My hero is called Gift Kyansimire. He’s my hero because of how he thinks and makes a living. The lessons that i have learned from him are discipline, self acceptance, money is a tool, simplicity in life etc.. these characteristics have been able to shape me. Well, they continue to shape me in to being a good person. Through him i have been able to find my niche.  Read more>>

Erica Steitz

My hero is my grandmother, Beulah Lashley. I had the great privilege of sharing her story during my time as a television news reporter. Born in 1941, she is the oldest of the Lashley quadruplets. Before modern medical advancements, for four babies to be born at once, and all survive, was a rarity. The birth of my grandmother and her siblings garnered national media attention and an advertising gig with Carnation Milk. Our family is fortunate to have access to historic photos and videos documenting the quads’ lives, from birth to marriage. Read more>>