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.

Beth Hutson

I’m the Executive Producer of Elevated Content Co, a national creative agency focusing branding, photography, video, media relations and social media. However, one of the most innovative things I’ve done in my career is create The Elevated Elixir, a lifestyle brand highlighting adventures in zero proof cocktails with a side of self-care. As a lifestyle publicist/producer, alcohol has always been around me. From the the brands I rep, to client events, celebrations with friends and even in my own home to kick back after all of the above. I’m a girl who loves to have fun and I’ve had my share of fine wines and craft cocktails. Read more>>

Lettie Fundanet

The most innovative thing that I have done while growing my business is to surround myself with like-minded individuals. I used to meet monthly with a friend that had a similar mindset and work goals to discuss our wins, losses and to share ideas of how we could improve. This really helped us to both keep focused and we enjoyed it so much that we added a 3rd and 4th person to our group. Read more>>

Nikita Ford

The most innovative thing I have done in my career was to help breastfeeding moms amid the baby formula shortage. The nationwide baby formula shortage has shown no mercy in a mother’s ability to feed her baby. I have witnessed mothers struggle to provide proper nourishment for their children because they are not producing enough breastmilk to feed their babies, and the formula is tough to come by. Knowing this, I decided to make lactation cookies that help moms produce more breastmilk to feed their babies. I make the cookies and give them away to the moms for free. I have gotten an outpour of support for this initiative, and moms have been able to produce more milk for their babies. Read more>>

Ka’Mel Lauryn

I created a festival “Rare Dreamz Fest” I came up with the idea based on what I envisioned. A festival that members if the community can attend that’s family friendly. A safe space for mental health. Which also benefits high school students that attend vocational schools specifically. It’s hard to keep the arts alive in schools sometimes . Art helps people. This festival showcases creatives and raises money for those high school students . Read more>>