When we go on short trips we often know exactly what we expect at the end, but when it comes to our lives and careers we’ve seen far too often we shy away from really thinking through where we expect to be at the end and what we hope our legacy will be. So, we wanted to encourage conversations on the topic of legacy and you’ll find highlights from our conversation from some wonderful members of the business and creative community below.

Quahmiere Harris

My Legacy is to leave a mark on the world with the power of my voice. I’m a motivational speaker and I give advice out when needed or just tell people what I’ve been through and I can and will overcome that obstacle. Having people make you understand is the most powerful legacy I want to achieve. Read more>>

Candice Tavares

With my art I really focus on creating pieces that celebrate the beauty of brown skin and natural hair in a way that feels representative. I want especially Black Women to look at my work see the beauty in it and recognize aspects of their own beauty. And for those that are not represented in the work I want them to see the beauty and be reminded or enlightened to the beauty that naturally exists in the Black community. Read more>>

Daytrieon Dean

Welcome to the future of South West Acquisitions, a visionary company dedicated to building homes that people will love for years to come. In this future, South West Acquisitions has emerged as a leader in the real estate industry, known for its commitment to quality, community development, and serving the under-served members of Nashville. Read more>>

Dennis Wilson

I hope to build a legacy of consistency and honor for my family and future generations. When my time is up I hope people share the positive experiences I created for them through my events, businesses, teaching, and networking. I hope to be remembered as someone who cared about others, and created opportunities for others to be successful and enjoy life. Read more>>

Chef Rae Stelly

I feel like I’ve reached a level in life and in my career, where people are like Wow you are really doing it, I see you. Oftentimes, I question whatever it is that I am doing because it may seem like I take many paths but those many paths always lead me to where I intend to meet—the goal(s). I hope that my community sees my impact and the difference I am trying to make. I hope to be remembered as someone who encouraged and pushed others to meet their full potential and that inspired others through my own initiatives. Read more>>

Tyra Coleman

I hope my legacy will be one people look back on and say “She was true to herself”. I want my story to encourage others to do what they love despite other people’s opinions, fear, and rejection. It’s a challenging world we live in, and to have people out here who inspire and uplift you through the tough times we’re all experiencing is a blessing. Read more>>

Bryan Ward

Since I was a kid, I have always been fascinated by depth and the many mechanics that flow within and without objects of motion. People included. Wondering what else, besides Isaac Newton, was responsible for their movement. Wondering about the things that danced on their hearts and their minds. Wondering if they were wondering the same. Read more>>

Martell Washington

I aspire to create a lasting impact that will be remembered over time. It is my desire for my offspring to view my photographs and recognize that their dad initiated something unique and noteworthy. Moreover, I yearn for all fathers to acknowledge the significance of self-presentation in enhancing their confidence and outlook. When you feel good about yourself, you can excel as a spouse and parent. Read more>>

Angela Beatty

The legacy that I would hope to leave is one that displayed love for family and home. I have endeavored in my adult life to do put God first, family and then everything else. Taking care of my husband, children and home has been by far my greatest accomplishment and joy! I have been a stay at home mom at different times in my life as my children came before a career. I chose to be home with them in their formative years and still never allowed work to take precedence over them. Read more>>

Tara Veil

When I first had the notion that a creative business was in the stars for me, one driving factor was leaving something behind that my daughter could be a part of (or be proud that I built). While she’s not yet four, there are so many wonderful skills I want to teach her and talents I’d like to help her discover – but of those, sewing will definitely be one. Read more>>

Jae Nicole

The legacy I aspire to build is deeply connected to the divine purpose revealed in my name, ‘Julia Nicole’. Two decades ago, when I was a mere 17 years old, I was blessed to meet my pastor and his wife, who became my spiritual parents. They have been my compass, my cheerleaders, and my truth-tellers through all the highs and lows in my life. Read more>>

Kevin Foote

I wanted to remember as a person who was able to connect with all sort of people from a variety of backgrounds. Every person in your life is teacher and experience is a lesson. Read more>>

Stephon Simon

I want to build an infrastructure that creates bigger and better opportunities for creatives to be heard and efficiently support outside of the state of Oklahoma. When I’m gone I hope they talk more about how I helped others accomplish their goals.. I will be remembered for being family a oriented person. Read more>>

Dino Jones

I’d like to go on living even when I’m gone. Through my writing, my feelings and ideas on life and my memories will live on within the stories I’ve written. Anyone can pick up my work and experience an aspect of my personality within it. That is the beautiful part of creating art of all kinds. Read more>>

Logan Clark

The legacy I want to build is one of inspiration. At the moment, I’m in the infancy of my creative journey, but that only helps to motivate me more. Using the visuals I produce, I hope to inspire the viewers, whether that be creatively or practically. I want people to look at my work and instantly know the kind of person I was, along with what I stood for. I want people to look at my work and stop their current thoughts to appreciate the message I was trying to convey. Read more>>

Laura Gorman

I hope to be remembered as someone who loved people, and was passionate about how looking good on the outside could positively impact the way someone feels on the inside. The most moving thing a client ever said to me after I’d done her makeup for the first time was “thank you for sharing your gift”. I’d love for that to be part of my legacy. Kindness and compassion are also incredibly important to me, just because they’re everything- they’re healing, they’re magic, and just like artistry they possess beauty and a unique ability to make someone feel. Read more>>

Noe Martinez

I want to leave behind a humble legacy. I’ve had the privilege of serving and sharing my craft with thousands of people. I love connecting with every person I serve. From sharing the back stories to our signature gansito to our whipping cream and newest addition the “turtle” I want to be the person who touched many lives, not only through my churros but passionand foundation behind my craft. everything as a story. sharing the roots of my creativity while keeping my mother’s legacy and spirit alive. Read more>>

Shenee Randolph

I never really think about my legacy, I kind of try to be the best version of me. If I had to say what I’d like to be remembered for, it would be my heart to give back. After I became somewhat successful, I wanted to use my network and platform to give back to others. I started a black small business networking group, hosted creative markets, and began teaching classes. I want to mentor others and see others win too! Being a black woman owned business owner is very difficult, if I can assist someone on the way up, I want people to know I’m that someone to help . Read more>>

Mindy Bess

What sort of legacy are you hoping to build? The legacy I am building and hope to leave behind is culture of honor and love. True honor is seeing what’s valuable and wonderful in people and appreciating, loving, acknowledging, and responding to them in a way they deserve. In essence, it’s about lifting someone up and placing them to a level that is equal, if not higher, than the place we are in. Read more>>

Josh Ayers

I feel blessed to be able to play music for people and have worked hard to build a career with it. But the people are what matters to me more than anything. I enjoy making connections with others, seeing them light up when I play their favorite song or a song from their past that they hadn’t heard in a while. But the legacy I hope to leave is that of someone who had a passion for helping others fulfill their dreams. Read more>>

Supreme Visuals

What we have always aspired to accomplish with Supreme Visuals is treat it as more of a movement than a company. And if history is anything to go by, you’ll know that movements are never forgotten. So with that in mind, we work diligently to ensure that we are leaving our dent in the universe by providing a product that people will love and wish to be a part of. Read more>>

Kalena Hurst

I am hoping to build a legacy from just simply being me. God made me to be caring, goofy, funny, creative, smart and most of all He made me to have a soft and sensible heart which is why I’m always willing to do for others when I can and feed encouragement to those who may be feeling down. When God blesses me, I go to bless others. Read more>>

Nyi Mulan

The sort of legacy I am hoping to build is turning my work “Mulan’s Visionary Thoughts” into the brand. I wish to one day run a multi working empire specializing in giving artists and creators a space to build their own brands while also always working on my own brand. What i think people will say about me when i’m gone is a good question because i actually dont know but i would hope they remember me for my great heart & always trying to find a way to make a way! Read more>>

Jamal McCray

Have you ever had the feeling that you were put on earth to do something great? Well…that’s the legacy I want to leave behind. I don’t think I’ve often aspired to just live, work, get married, have kids, then die and there’s nothing wrong with that but, anytime I can get my hands on something and put a creative twist to it, I want it to have dimension, not necessarily the best by any means, but grandeur in its affect on people and it’s gravitation pull. Read more>>

Brenton Bent

Since the beginning, my goal has always been to be as influential as possible in my art. To leave such an impact on my audiences that they walk away from what they’ve just watched having a new found perspective or outlook on their lives or their ideologies or even on the world around them. Read more>>

Laila Khater

As life is leaving marks on me, I’m doing my best to leave mine on it. I’m hoping that people will remember me for my determination and not allowing the surrounding circumstances to stand in my way. I want them to remember me as a humble example of goals achiever. I try to encourage people around me to awaken their passion and follow their dreams and to believe that they can do it, one step at a time. Read more>>