In March of 2020 there was a moment of widespread panic – it wasn’t just about public health, it was also economic. Would our economy survive a prolonged pandemic? A few years in the answer is clear – it did survive and it was able to because of the spirit and the resolve of our people. Hard working mom and pops working overtime to implement new revenue streams for the businesses, artists and creators finding new ways to collaborate and share their art with their fans and folks from every neighborhood in the country finding ways to adapt and carry on. We wanted to honor those stories by creating a space to share those stories and you’ll find some of the below.

Judah Murray

Around Covid I was in my senior year of high school and I was working at Popeyes and doing locs on the side for about a year and a half. School was virtual therefore I was able to take more clients. Read more>>

Pam & David Griffin

When Covid happened we like every other small and big business closed our doors. We were able to figure out a way to help our business grow with Virtual Chocolate Tasting classes. Read more>>

Edward Reavis

I don’t think any industry took a hit during the pandemic like the restaurant and hospitality industry. There was a point in time early on, where we considered paying our debts and walking away. Read more>>

Janette O’Neill

Covid completely changed our “world” and the world we worked in. We left our 9-5’s as we stepped into what our Soul came here to experience. We were gIven the opportunity to dive deep into our family, even amongst very difficult challenges. Read more>>

Natalia Rocafuerte

As a independent video, graphic animator and editor, I started my work through creating commissioned and collaborative visuals for brands, festivals and bands during live performances. Read more>>

Sarah Bednar

After working with moms and their families in their homes as their postpartum doula I was faced with finding ways to remotely support my clients through video chats and phone calls. Read more>>

Jen Mac

I am fortunate to work for a 100% remote company that embraces a flexible work schedule and allows its employees the freedom and trust to work the way that best suits them, on their schedule. Read more>>