Everyday we meet business owners, professionals, artists and creatives. Photographers, florists, realtors and more. They might come from different backgrounds, work in different industries, have varying personalities, and have vastly different income and educational profiles, but the one thing we’ve seen over and over again is that most people have a unique and special reason for why they do what they do. From a realtor helping families afford the first home he always wished for as a kid to a photographer using her skills to give a voice and face to victims who feel voiceless, we have been blown away by what happens when you just ask people a simple question – why do you do what you do?

Ryan Saadawi

My mission is to spread flavors across the Greater Cincinnati area! I feel like we could all use more spices in our lives! Read more>>

Manatsu Aminaga

I want to make the world richer and more peaceful by conveying, sharing, and presenting messages by transporting people to different worlds through the power of art. Art has great power. Read more>>

Aunveer Sooch

Starting off with defining “What is Electrolysis?” it is by far the only FDA approved process for permanent hair removal. We take a small probe which is the size of the hair and go into the hair follicle which then passes through an electrical current to destroy the hair follicle. Read more>>

Quinette Doughty

CWP Faith Based Apparel & More is not just a merchandise brand; it’s a testament to resilience, born from the depths of postpartum depression. Read more>>

Noemie Fontenelle

I’m a Yoga teacher and Thai massage practitioner offering sessions in Stroud, UK. My mission started through my own journey with Yoga at the tender age of 15. Yoga found me, you see?! Read more>>

Bill Kirst

My vision: Echo the stories that need to be told and illuminate the truest potential in others. My mission: Empathy at scale. My work: Leading with compassion in a digital age. Read more>>

Ndidiamaka Okpareke

Being born in Nigeria, I have witnessed the pervasive influence of colorism, where lighter skin is often equated with beauty and success. Read more>>

Mary Jackson

My mission was/is to encourage our younger ladies to embrace themselves to the fullest. To not allow society and social media make them believe you have to be a certain size to be loved and worthy of beauty. Read more>>

Pauline Idogho

I came up with the concept of Mocktail Club when I was expecting and wanted healthy and sophisticated non-alcoholic options and found limited options. Read more>>

Malissa Leonard

The mission is to protect, prepare and prevent with teaching and equipping men, women and children with products and education. Read more>>

Veronica Jow

Certainly! Here’s a crafted response that encapsulates the essence of Avid Sports Medicine’s mission, its origins, and why it’s meaningful: At Avid Sports Medicine, our mission is deeply personal and stems from a profound understanding of the challenges and limitations within the traditional healthcare model. Read more>>

Artaska Strings

Growing up as a Black female violinist in Wisconsin posed its challenges. I started playing the violin at the tender age of 4, and from that moment, I was captivated by it. Read more>>

Michelle Hacunda

My company, Michelle Hacunda Consulting, is dedicated to helping health and wellness brands share their stories for a healthier world. This mission is deeply personal to me, as it stems from my own journey towards wellness. Read more>>

Summer McKenna

Being a children’s YouTube storyteller has been one of the most rewarding and incredible jobs I’ve ever had the pleasure of having. Read more>>

Joanne Homestead

My mission is to empower and amplify the stories of women entrepreneurs through their email marketing endeavors. When it comes to marketing, many women entrepreneurs shy away from telling their stories or hesitate to sell their offers. Read more>>

Deonna Weatherly

Weatherhouse Company was created in 2021, while the world was still in survival mode. Personally, having just graduated with a masters degree in 2020, I was without a consistent job and to be honest, was running low on faith. Read more>>

Tynisha D Gardner

The story behind my mission is personal. It connected to my personal education experience as a child. School was not my strong suit and I wasn’t something that I did well. Read more>>

Kristin Sullivan

I married wedding planning to wellness with the creation of The Bridal Retreat after 25 years as a wedding planner. My mission was to help clients actually enjoy the process leading up to one of the biggest days of their lives. Read more>>

Steve Schoenholz

I started TEMPTED APPAREL in 1996. After being a sales rep for various apparel companies for the previous 10 years, I wanted to go out on my own and build my own business. Read more>>

Anthony McDuffie, Jr.

My journey as an author, motivational speaker, and spoken word artist has been deeply intertwined with the mission of Grit Grind and Glory, LLC. Read more>>

Estefania Galvan

At MŌS, we are more than just a fashion brand – we are a mission-driven company with a purpose that extends far beyond the seams of our garments. Read more>>

Shanna Moore

Going through a divorce after 17.5 years of marriage had a profound impact on my life. It not only compelled me to prioritize self-care and deepened my spiritual connection with God, but it also ushered me into a new chapter and led to the birth of a new business venture. Read more>>

Julie Schwenzer

My business partner and friend Alexandra and I founded The Muttly Crew, LLC. We are an animal-lover infotainment and clothing company. Read more>>

Bruce Tokar

I began my career in the signage industry 40 years ago, sweeping floors at a local sign shop in Columbus Ohio. Working from the ground up, I moved into several roles for other companies, designing and crafting signs and other creations for the Greater Columbus area. Read more>>

Lisa Vominh

At Postpartum Panty Party, we want to bring a little comfort and joy to all mamas. We provide comfortable, functional and fun panties that support mamas healing from childbirth. Read more>>

Michael Castillo

As a kid I had a vision to leave a mark in this world; a stepping stone so others can know what they are capable of. Today’s youth are pushed to an unfair world which often kills the innocence and purity of a creative mind. Read more>>

Khalisa Rae Thompson

Back in 2021, my book had just released and although I was doing all the things an author does- going on a book tour, speaking, reading my work, doing appearances at book stores, traveling, I still didn’t feel a sense of community. Read more>>

Debra Pearce

In my youth, I was creative – drawing, painting, knitting, crochet, macrame, duck carving. And then I finished school, got a full time job and my career took over my life. Read more>>

Chanel Barcham

I am a hairstylist, going on 13 years of experience, specializing in the art of cutting. I currently work at downtown Toronto at THIC Studio. Read more>>

Karen Patrohay

Our 24 year old son, Michael, is the heart and soul of Michael’s Barkery. At Michael’s high school in New Hope, Pennsylvania, Michael was known as ‘the mayor” because he was always engaging people with his friendly and uplifting personality. Read more>>

Aliona Solomadina

I consider graphic design not merely as a service but as a visual and artistic experiment within the modern social landscape. Read more>>

Lisa Charles

My AH-HA Moment One day, I found myself lying on my back, looking up at a slightly buzzing fluorescent ceiling light in a white, sterile hospital room. Read more>>

Torey Willis

We’re Molly and Lily, and we are the owners and creators of Mol and Lil. We created our company because we have a passion for giving back and making a difference to children in need – basically, Kids helping other Kids! Read more>>

Crystal Ferguson

The story behind my mission is simple; I want to help anyone, and everyone feel confident, beautiful, and empowered. As someone who has struggled my whole life with body issues, I know what it feels like to lack confidence and feel “small”. Read more>>

Emily LaPrairie Oni Thomas

Our mission at Triple Goddess Tea & Essentials is hooking our communities up with safe and ethical natural products at prices that won’t break the bank. Read more>>