One of the most important things we think the media can do is connect small business owners and creatives across industries and markets to give them an opportunity to learn form each other. The insights on trends in particular can be transformative if our communities were better connected and so we’ve tried to create a space where folks can share the trends they are seeing and read about trends other sharp entrepreneurs are seeing.

Celine Ramey

There are new trends happening daily that it is kind of overwhelming to keep up. I always love to step out side of my comfort zone and to try all new types of photography styles to have it under my belt. In my business, I photograph maternity quite often and with that, I always try to mix it up so that my images aren’t always the same. I change it in ways from the location, poses and the dresses. I am constantly scouring the internet for inspiration and when it strikes, I like to get the ball rolling with that vision. And it isn’t just maternity. Read more>>

Kaleigh Duncan

Some of the biggest trends I am currently seeing for flowers in 2023 are bright colored blooms, light and airy design, with a whimsical and funky flair. Which I am sooo here for!! I am also loving all of the color brides are using for their big day! Gone are the days of whites and neutrals in flowers! Bring on the color and really make a statement this year! Read more>>

Shynesha Howard

We are seeing many small businesses, large corporations, nonprofits, and government agencies outsource their digital marketing to marketing agencies and freelancers. In fact, there are thousands (if not millions) of contract/freelance marketing opportunities out there. Read more>>

emily LaCivita

Wedding and event trends have always been an intriguing topic of discussion that gets us all excited to celebrate our special moments. As trends have been ever-changing, I find that they are particularly more diverse in a post Covid era. Couples have adapted to find new and creative ways to customize their event experience that reigns true to their lifestyle and personalities. Here are some of my favorite trends of the moment: Read more>>

Marc Russell

The biggest trends that Im starting to notice are utilizing more local product post pandemic and paying kitchen staff a living wage. While prices were soaring all around the country, during the pandemic, local farms were staying relatively consistent with prices. Not only were prices but the availability of those products were staying consistent. We have always tried to buy our product from local sellers but the pandemic really cemented that concept for us. Read more>>

Sarah Barrett

In the industries of art and design, I am seeing more transparency. There is more opportunity to see what’s behind “the curtain”, whether it’s in the form of sharing processes or behind-the-scenes stories. A few years ago people would be more secretive on how their businesses ran or what they used to create a design. With platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, more people are sharing tutorials with tools and programs they use. Read more>>