Having new or innovative ideas is essential to pushing the world forward and so we asked the community to share stories of the most innovative things they’ve done in their career. Our hope is to inspire folks who think only scientists or tech-wizards can innovate – innovation is possible for everyone, regardless of job title or function, industry or geography.

Courtnee Donald

Rico Beauty has one of the first Drive Thru hair stores and hair vending machines in North East Florida. We strive to make hair buying as simple as 1 2 3. These innovative ideas have allowed our company to grow and stand out from others. Read more>>

Brittany Michelle

A family member, S.A.W, who is also a very talented mural and portrait artist, called me a few weeks after getting my film degree. The pandemic had just started, and I had just finished working on my first professional screenplay. She asked me to assist her with writing her book. The story touched on her artistry as well as how my Aunt, her mother, inspired her to become the artist she is today. Read more>>

Rian “2.0” Martin-Jones

I am self taught dancer and athlete of 16 years and that time I’ve worked with artist like Chris Brown Hopsin will smith world of dance and hip-hop international. I did all of this independently and what I did is create a name in a brand I took the social media I took the live shows Everywhere I went. I spread my message, clothing, brand stickers, apparel and more. Read more>>