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.

Tonnisha Deonn

I try to live in gratitude so pretty much any act of kindness is greatly appreciated. I have had so many experiences of people showing me kindness and love and I’m forever grateful. Read more>>

Jonathan Machen

For over forty years I have explored my surroundings armed with pencil and paper, hoping to interpret the beauty in the world around us through the process of drawing. Read more>> 

Christina Johnson

The kindest thing anyone has ever done for me is believed in me. I’m blessed with a family that has always believed in me wholeheartedly. My parents have never made me doubt whether or not I could make it as a full time artist and never tried to talk me out of it. Read more>>

Marchello Eans

My wife and I spearheaded our own track team about seven years ago. This team consisted of 45-50 youth ranging from the ages of three to eighteen years old. Read more>> 

Jamie Knee

I think that Covid really changed my thought on what makes a business successful, as well as what I wanted for my life. Back in March 2020 when everything first started to shut down I had the idea to take my wine consulting business on line. Read more>>

Mae Jones

The most innovative thing that I’ve done for my career would be creating opportunities. I’ve always wanted to work behind the scenes of photoshoots and fashion shows, so I took it upon myself to create and direct my own photoshoots and fashion shows. Read more>> 

Todd Lucero

I believe that many people would assume that just because here at The Bronze Petal we sell plants, that we must be a plant shop. Anything could be further from the truth, We are more of a community center that is focus driven on education and conservation.Yes, we sell rare and exotic plants. Read more>>

Key Key

One day I noticed this exquisite looking boutique that happened to be in walking distance from my former foster home: Fuchisia’s Fashion and Accessories. Read more>>

Lauren Bolden

By the end of January 2020, I had approached multiple banks and individual financiers regarding a loan. I needed the money to open a second location for Pie Bar. Read more>>