We’ve highlighted responses from some of the brightest and most talented artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs in the community below.

Alicia Williams

My hero is my grandmother Irene, she’s my hero because she taught me everything I know about baking. My grandma cooked or baked with love, I guess that’s why it always came out so good, it was something that seem to put her mind at ease; I learned how to bake when I was 4 I don’t think she really had a choice in that though I never stayed out of the kitchen. Read more>>

Jodie Blum

One of my biggest hero’s is Dr Martin Luther King Jr., and while my respect for him is monumental, I also acknowledge his legacy would not be possible without Coretta Scott King and so many others on my extended hero and shero list. Read more>>

April Showers

I hate to sound cheesy, but my hero is my mom! She’s the entire reason I am who I am today. The reason why I even ventured into the hair business is because she owned a hair store when I was younger and I would help out most summers. From there, I really fell in love with the beauty industry. Read more>>

Robin Haynes

My hero(s) are my grandmothers and my parents. My grandmothers have played a vital role in my life. Their mindset, hardwork and determination to get things done is what has been instilled in me. Read more>>