Stories are incredibly powerful – their ability to teach, inspire, and create understanding is why we are so in love with storytelling. Most stories have a defining moment and so we’ve asked some of the most talented, insightful folks across a broad range of industries and markets to tell us about a defining moment in their story.

Jerome MT

A defining moment for me was being asked to officiate the Juneteenth Celebration and Cultural Gathering for the Hawaii Islands. Being a Black-Mexican boy from Houston, it was a humbling experience and an honor. Read more>>

Amanda Dolin

As crazy as this may sound, one of the most defining moments in. my life was inviting someone new into my home. It has always been a struggle for me to keep a clean and tidy home. Because of that, I only let people into my home if it was absolutely necessary. Read more>>

Garrett Dailey

My name is Garrett. For myself to be put into the position of as Founder and President of Men’s Health Organization, you’re wondering how I started this? First, let me start by stating that I am a United States Veteran. I served 4yrs in the United States Marines as an 0331 Infantry Machine Gunner. Read more>>

Whitney Laventure

Have you ever sat down and one day out of the blue, you feel this relentless tug of not only wanting but truly needing to do more? That tug, is what led me to where I am today. That tug has been my defining moment. A few years ago I felt that tug when I was in a relationship that was not only healthy, but toxic. Read more>>

Barbara Kerford

When thinking about defining moments in this path, I have a few that really brought me to where I am and the modalities I offer. The first notable moment was when my mom and I were trying to fix a glitch with a printer, Read more>>

Roberta Vommaro

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been insatiably curious about the human potential and the idea of purpose. I wanted to know, what exactly is it that makes people genuinely happy, fulfilled? Is there a way of experiencing material success and creative fulfillment while connecting to a life of meaning? Read more>>

Vanessa Bellamy

The pandemic was truly a defining moment for me, as I imagine it was for many. I had been dealing with some personal and professional challenges that predated COVID, but it was during this time that I had to make some important decisions about the trajectory of my career and what kind of life I wanted to live. Read more>>

Jessica Stamm

A defining moment in my life and career was when I became pregnant during my dietitian internship. I had already been working as a Nutritionist in many different realms including Fitness Ridge resort in Malibu, Diet for Health in La Canada, Whole Foods as their Healthy Eating Specialist and more. Read more>>