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.

Suhani Parikh

For Suhenna, the very core of the company was based off innovation. Growing up in a South Asian community, I was surrounded by rich culture and tradition, including the art of henna itself. I was fascinated with it, but always remembered myself being sad when the color would begin to fade. Read More>>

Pamela Whitlock

We live in a small rural town close to Tulsa Oklahoma. Our local town of Pryor has the largest Rock and Roll music festival in the state on labor day weekend called “Rocklahoma”. Our shop works with production company and put together rock-and-roll-themed flower arrangements for the VIP lounges and tents at Rocklahoma in & are decorated with nearly 100 centerpieces throughout the entire event. Read More>>

Jen Rowe

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Sooa Lim

I co-founded NaUs Art Collective in response to a gap I saw in the art world. While many platforms showcased Asian artists and curators, few were truly artist- and curator-centered, care-driven, and collaborative in nature. We envisioned a space where diasporic creatives, especially those of Asian and Asian American descent, could not only be represented but also supported in a sustainable and experimental ecosystem. Read More>>

Olya Helga

Absolutely. One of the most meaningful innovations in my career was creating Photo Art Therapy is a ritual I call “The Journey Back to Your True Self.”

I’ve always been deeply interested in self-development and a more spiritual, conscious way of living. At some point, I realized that photography which had always been my main creative medium could become a healing tool, not just a visual one. Read More>>