One of the most important things we think the media can do is connect small business owners and creatives across industries and markets to give them an opportunity to learn form each other. The insights on trends in particular can be transformative if our communities were better connected and so we’ve tried to create a space where folks can share the trends they are seeing and read about trends other sharp entrepreneurs are seeing.

Marie Rachelle

Freelancing is not only on the rise, but it has risen! Freelancing is more common than ever, whether individuals are working a side hustle, an additional stream of income, or have taken the leap to full time. Read more>>

Hayden Childress

In my industry (Entertainment, specifically magic and mentalism) there are a lot of new, exciting trends in the space. Virtual Magic Shows For example, during the pandemic, many performers (including myself) created virtual magic shows often performed via Zoom for companies and organizations working remotely. Read more>>

Sylvina Bravo

There is a growing need for sustainability, so more and more people are thrifting and shopping for one of a kind vintage clothing. Shop The Sylvie provides just that. Everything is handpicked. If I wouldn’t wear it, I won’t sell it. Read more>>

Stephanie Purcell

I’m seeing a return to nature, with lots of plant inspired designs either in wallpaper or fabrics and the inclusion of lots of live greenery in homes. There is also more emphasis on out door living spaces now, with upscale out door furniture and accessories. Read more>>

Sonia Daniels, PhD

As a social impact strategist, consulting with new and scaling nonprofit organizations, one of the biggest trends in the nonprofit and social impact sector is understanding and being able to demonstrate the sustainability of your nonprofit’s program. Read more>>

Amber Gonzalez

This is a fun one. What I love the most about today is that anything goes. I see more clients now a days embracing their natural texture and embracing who they are. From the skin they were given to the quirky “cowlicks” and waves they have on their head. Read more>>

Felicia Guerra

No one can see into the future. We can, however, continuously gather feedback from the industry, try to analyze tendencies and forecast future event trends. If you look at recent discussions on social media, it becomes clear the events and exhibition industry is looking at ways to benefit from new technologies and engage the participants more than ever. Read more>>

Anny Scarabelli

The food truck industry has grown tremendously in the last few years. A trend we’ve seen grow lately is people wanting healthier food options. Food trucks are usually associated with burgers, tacos, fried foods, etc. A lot of our clientele have mentioned how happy they are to find a truck like ours, a healthier option that is fun and convenient. Read more>>

Ayanna Brandon

Landscape design has been seeing an increase in 3D design requests from clients and companies are adding to their service offerings to meet these requests. These designs allow for clients to visually see their landscape projects in a way that is real world and virtual. Read more>>

Elliott Corona

Some years ago when we where just starting lots of Travel agency’s and travel agents went out of business due to the new wave of the online booking but surprisingly travelers has been coming back after understanding differences between an online booking and an agency booking, Read more>>

Katrin Eisenmann

Social media is always changing. Trends come and go and staying on top of everything is more than a full time job nowadays. Since the pandemic TikTok rose to incredible popularity and fame. Now other platforms such as Instagram and YouTube are trying their best to join the hype. Instagram has introduced new features and updates almost weekly and officially stated they want to focus more on their video content rather than their pictures in the future. Read more>>

Coleton Bryan

Animation is a constantly evolving industry. Which is very exciting to be a part of. One of the biggest trends in our industry is the ability of streamers to collect more exact data about audiences’ preferences when it comes to media and “content”. Read more>>