In our experience, talking about legacy is often subtly discouraged by society and we find this to be deeply unfortunate. Thinking about the legacy you would like to build can help you better align your work, life, time – your sweat and tears – with your values. Below, we’ve tried to create a space for folks to start conversations about they legacies they are hoping to build.

Anastasia Thompson

Sure, I’d like to be remembered for the one who opened a successful cake shop. Who became known in her community for delicious cakes, and amazing artistic desserts. Who did orders for police stations, hospitals and big companies. However, what I’d really love to be remembered for is the girl who had so many odds stacked against her and she never gave up. Read more>>

Stephany Journey

As an early childhood educator, I am working with children in their most absorbent period of growth and learning. They are taking in everything around them and learning new skills every day. It is a critical time in a child’s growth and development, setting the bar high for expectations of an early childhood educator. My LLC is Leaving A Legacy because it is my goal to leave a positive impact on each child’s future, I want to leave a legacy. Whether they remember me or not, I want to set them up for success and help them succeed in whatever they choose to do in their future educational and professional careers. I am not sure what people would say about me when I am gone. Read more>>

Key Ocho

I hope to be remembered as someone who guided others toward deep healing, self-realization, and liberation. Through my work with Chiron, I want to leave behind a legacy that reframes wounds not as lifelong burdens but as sacred initiations into wisdom. My teachings, writings, and spiritual offerings are meant to empower others to transmute pain into purpose, to see themselves with compassion, and to embrace their path with clarity and courage. I want people to remember me as someone who created spaces—both in presence and through my work—where healing, truth, and transformation could unfold. Read more>>

Gary Hults

My legacy as a relationship and confidence coach will be one of empowerment, authenticity, and transformative impact. Here’s how I see it:

My legacy will be that of a coach who helped people break free from their limiting beliefs and step into the lives they truly desired. Through my guidance and unwavering support, I have enabled my clients to tap into their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and cultivate the confidence to live on their own terms. Read more>>

Jason Scott

“I want to be remembered as a pioneer, someone who bridged the gap between cannabis culture and mainstream understanding. They’ll remember BestWay2Smoke not just as a business, but as a resource and a platform. They’ll say I championed minority voices in the cannabis industry, opening doors and creating opportunities. They’ll remember the quality of the products, the insightful podcast, and the vibrant events. Ultimately, I hope they’ll say I built something that lasted, that made a real difference, and that I always treated people with fairness and respect. Read more>>

Jeremiah Mack

As a videographer and photographer, my mission is to create meaningful, timeless visuals that empower my clients to see the beauty in their own journey. Every frame I capture is a moment preserved, a memory made tangible. I don’t just document events, I craft emotional legacies. I believe in the power of storytelling to uplift, to reflect identity, and to remind people of their strength, love, and purpose. My work is about more than just visuals, it’s about being present in someone’s story and giving them something lasting, something real. Read more>>

Jhenelle Monique

Honestly this is a tricky question for me. When I started in the podcast space, I thought it would just be my 10 friends listening to me ramble about polyamory and how being Jamaican has shaped my experiences navigating that in the US. Read more>>

Giovana Zamudio Maribel Garcia

We hope that our legacy will be creating unforgettable experiences for our customers that will bring people together and make their special moment magical. We want our work to bring excitement and joy, which will make every event memorable and special for both our customer and their attendees. Read more>>

Kait Bibb Becca Barnell

We hope the legacy of Sparrow Bloom is one of beauty, connection, and care. We want people to remember how we showed up—with intention, with creativity, and with a genuine love for our community. Whether it was designing a wedding, curating a workshop, or simply handing someone a bouquet on a hard day, we hope people felt seen and celebrated. We’re not just building a business—we’re building a place where people feel something. And if we’re remembered for bringing more joy and thoughtfulness into the world, we’ll feel like we did our job. Read more>>

Keenan Felder

Finding the strength to push past pain or setbacks is something we all learn growing up. That statement is followed by everyone’s personal story of where and how they discovered a new level of themselves. For me that story was uncovered in 2021 when I was diagnosed with autoimmune disease. My specific diagnosis is Necrotizing autoimmune myopathy, a version of the disease where my immune system attacks my muscles. At first it seemed as if I was just sore from overworking but after seeing a dr it turns out that my muscles were literally deteriorating. At my worst I was unable to walk, I could barely lift my head or arms, and I needed assistance with all everyday tasks even something as simple as brushing my teeth. Read more>>