When we go on short trips we often know exactly what we expect at the end, but when it comes to our lives and careers we’ve seen far too often we shy away from really thinking through where we expect to be at the end and what we hope our legacy will be. So, we wanted to encourage conversations on the topic of legacy and you’ll find highlights from our conversation from some wonderful members of the business and creative community below.

Lauren Kutschke

I ask this question with every new client, so it’s only fitting that I take a moment to sit here and answer the same. I often gravitate to one of our brand phrases, to “make waves,” but there is a lot more impact packed into that phrase than you may see at first glance. I think the more accurate word is sustainability, to help others create sustainable growth in their businesses, but to also help them sustain the lifestyle they desire. Read more>>

Carlos Arevalo

When I start in this business my goal was show to my older daughter we don’t have limits to dream and the dreams comes true with hard work and love of your family everything is possible when u make a plan and u set the deadline so exactly like that I wanna my daughter remember me. Read more>>

Alexandra Caster

The world we live in can be crazy, scary, and not always kind. I believe that it is our job to make the world a better place – by doing good in the world, raising better humans, and being kind to others. I believe that kindness costs nothing and we should spread it around freely. I hope that people remember for my heart and that I can leave a legacy of kindness. Read more>>

Samuel Goodson

I want to be known as someone that looked out for those around them. Being famous or well known has never been something I wanted because remaining humble is what will lead to longevity in my success. No matter how successful I become I always will remember where I came from and help others elevate as well. Read more>>

Astleigh Hill

My prayer is that I am building a legacy with God at the center of it. If it weren’t for God, I wouldn’t be where I am today. And while that may sound cliche, let me explain. Growing a relationship with Jesus has taken years, and it’s a process that never stops. The stronger my relationship with Him grows, the more I am able to hear Him; to be obedient to His will in my life; and to step outside of my comfort zone when He asks me to. My small business and the storefront is a testimony to that. God has given me a passion for creating and designing. From candles to interiors, I find great joy in curating a product or a space that evokes a sense of purpose and belonging. I am a true believer in intentionality and slowing down to savor and be present. I want my work to reflect that. Read more>>

MS (Samantha) Chambers

As a writer and an author, the most important legacy I can leave behind is my work. I have written 3 fantasy fiction novels in full now, “The Sisters of the Moon Trilogy”. Pearls of the Sea, Book One, was published in December 2022. Book Two, Blood of the Moon, was released this June, and Book 3, Ashes of Oak is scheduled for this October. I have begun writing a stand-alone and two more series and have many more outlines for future novels to come. I want to build a legacy library of amazing dreams, come to life. It’s a dream I’ve possessed my entire life, something I’ve always wanted to do, a legacy I always wanted to leave to my children and grandchildren, and to the world. Read more>>

Cnote

Every decision I make is extremely intentional when it comes to having a rippling effect towards the people around me. I think the idea of building something you can remove yourself from can be very easily misconstrued, although I do understand it. I’ve got my own vices and disciplinary issues that may leave me stagnant or even lazy at times, but the idea of building something bigger than me, creating opportunities for others to get paid, & creating impact far beyond what I can imagine has always been my mission. I’m confident that I’ve gathered materials & formed an infrastructure that will take multiple homie’s to the Grammy’s & more. By the time I’m gone, I need for people to continue utilizing The Bridge for whatever they may need. I need The Bridge to be a multi generational tool, with utilization options for those on a higher platform, as well as those still doing the groundwork. Read more>>

Jose Juan Montes

By consistently and passionately working towards these goals, I want to create a legacy that is centered around the preservation of the cave and underground river ecosystems in the Riviera Maya. After Im gone, people may remember me as an organization or an individual who dedicated themselves to educating visitors and inspiring them to value and protect these unique environments. They may also recognize our efforts in collaborating with various stakeholders to drive conservation and sustainable practices. My legacy could be one of environmental stewardship, conservation advocacy, and the inspiration to protect the natural wonders of the Riviera Maya for future generations. Read more>>

Nyia Brinae

I want to be remembered for being the one who never gave up. The one who always strived to do the unthinkable. The risk taker, the dream chaser. I want to be remembered for the good I did and the words I said. I want people to remember my heart and my work. I strive to leave a good mark on people every where I go even if it’s something simple. Now don’t get me wrong you can’t please everybody and every day is not perfect but for the people that I do leave a good mark on, that’s what I want to be remembered by. Living life like every day something magical could happen. Read more>>

Alice Creswell

I hope that my books will entertain the children who read them and at the same time, they will teach some valuable lessons. There’s nothing more important than reading a book and learning a lesson you can actually apply in real life. Read more>>

Aaron Anderson

If I’m remembered as a guy who loved his wife and was present and involved in his kids life, I think that would be enough. Sure, I’d love to make images that impact people, and work with incredible brands to inspire human beings to become everything they can be in this life, but that’s pretty low on my priorities compared to being here for my family. I guess I want to be like John Wick, except I’d want to add “devoted father” next to “loving husband”. Read more>>

Sarah Wyland

Legacy is actually something I’ve thought a lot about recently. How do I want to be remembered? What do I want to leave behind? I think there is a lot of truth to that saying “people will remember how you made them feel.” I want to be remembered as someone who lived bold and authentically, who shared stories, and who inspired people and made them feel like they matter. Read more>>

Summer Holladay

This is such a broad question for me. I’m a maker, I’m a teacher I’m a mom… As a maker, I would say creating pieces of jewelry that are treasured by whoever receives them. Some that the next generation can say, “Hey, I remember my mom/grandmother/aunt wearing this, and it’s special to me because of them and keeps them close to my heart.” As a teacher, passing on the joy of the creative process to my students, so that instead of being afraid of messing up or trying something new, they rise to the challenges they face and use those things to learn and grow and improve their skills and keep creating. Read more>>

Haley Farmer

I hope my legacy as a photographer is going 10 extra miles. I want to be known as the photographer who is there to help you navigate the happiest (and most emotional) time in your life. Photography is all about milestones. Weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, new family members, etc and it can be SO hard to make such intense moments fun and worry free. My goal is to be the person to make it a genuine, fun and easy experience. Read more>>

Jernisha Hayes

“Aspire to inspire” will be the legacy I plan to build. I want to be able to encourage others that even the impossible could be possible. By doing this, I will lead by example and strive to be a business owner of success.You have to use your imagination to create the actual vision you are seeking. Fashion is one of many ways I’ve learned how to express my own uniqueness. I imagine my brand to be remembered for its value and authenticity. (Leather goods that are worth keeping and cherished) My bags are art-pieces and just like art my designs will be timeless, so I don’t believe they will be forgotten. Creating handbags has broaden my visibility. A high-quality handbag is a worthwhile investment. Read more>>

Niyeliza Rosario

Before having kids, I was focused on my career. I went to school for Psychology and my goal was to become a school counselor to help students believe in themselves and assist them to achieve their dreams. I have always been the one to help others take risks and have that little faith that they need to achieve big things, and I always thought that the only way for me to do it was by working as an educator. However, my priorities and everything I thought I wanted to do changed after I had my kids. Now, I want to impact their lives and my community. Read more>>

Ryan Healey

I tend to hide my individuality behind my brand (Hemp Films), foregoing personal notoriety for a larger brand awareness. Therein, I try to portray and represent my clients (many of whom have become friends) and their brands by using my skills to bring their incipient ideas into reality. Because of this, I hope my legacy is one that fosters progressive creatives, and provides an outlet for artists and musicians to enrich the world and continue to more deeply connect people to the human experience. Read more>>

Lizeth Morales

My hope for my legacy is that it embodies a story of resilience, determination, and strength. When I joined my family business in 2012, little did I know that it would become the turning point in my life. After enduring the hardships of being detained by ICE and spending 17 days in an immigration detention center, I lost my corporate career and had to rebuild my life from scratch. In those moments of uncertainty, I found solace in the family business and decided to empty out my 401k buy my first restaurant and continue the family legacy. Read more>>

Keolia Edwards

I am hoping to leave a legacy centered around my love for God which is the reason I have been able to persevere and make it to where I am currently. And I know The Lord is my drive and the reason for the growth that I have and the growth and success that is yet to come. I am hoping that after I am no longer here on earth that people will say that because I put The Lord first in my life, that The Lord set me and my family up for success. I hope hoping that everyone will see my love for my son and family. I want everyone to say despite every obstacle that I face I didn’t give up. Despite having absolutely every opportunity to give up and throw in the towel that I didn’t. I want to continue to do all that I can; no matter what I’m faced with; to make life better and as less as a struggle as possible for my family. Read more>>

Michelle Bell

The thing I love most about what I do is seeing people enjoy it. Even if it’s just someone who walks by my table at a market saying “how cute!” The smiles and joy I see it bring others makes everything so much more fulfilling. Read more>>

Robin McCasland, SCMP, IABC Fellow

I’d like to be remembered as someone who helped others achieve their goals in the communication profession. Over the course of my career, mostly in corporate roles, I’ve seen countless examples of smart, creative people who get “beat down” over time. They fall into mundane patterns based on the culture of the organization, or based on who is supervising them at the time. Read more>>

Kris Lundy

My legacy will be one of the underdog that rose to the top. Surpassing everyone expectations and or doubts. Being more than just a braider and business owner but a Beauty Mogul and true inspiration. The main goal is paving the way for the next generation and educating them and recognizing their skills and passion and encouraging them to go for their wildest dreams! I want to be remembered for NOT CARING; not caring about the opinions of others and being brave and daring enough to follow my dreams and hopeful that inspires some little girl out there! Read more>>

Naomi Winston

Honestly, as I wrapped up doing my 10th coloring book and I am working on spreading my work across the country through schools and parents I have thought about this question a lot. My dad was always talking about what we leave behind after we are gone and he talks about how me and my older sibling are his gifts to the world to leave behind once he is gone. When I think about the body of work that I have not only created with my coloring books but the confidence, the opportunity to see one’s self, and the possibility of greatness that I have implanted into each child that is the legacy that I want to leave. For years as kids we were taught not to see color and I want to create a world where kids (and society) sees color and uses that line of sight to correct discrimination, racism, and other forms of oppression for those individuals. Read more>>

Joi Miner

My hopes are to leave a legacy of acceptance, understanding, and the pursuit of happiness. In my work, my primary goal is to create safe spaces, in both my writing and my workshop facilitation, that allow people to be themselves and understand that they are not alone in their trials, and in life in general. This is so important because working in the sharing of stories and art, which is such an intimate space, people have to fell comfortable with opening up and sharing (sometimes) the darkest parts of themselves. Fear of being judged is a very real thing, especially in this day and age, so it can be difficult for someone to want to reveal things that they may not think will be received well. Read more>>

Jasmine Lichele

The legacy I pray to build, will be one that reflects that I’ve touched souls beyond fashion. When my time is up on this side, I’m sure people will say I empowered others to walk in their light, embrace their flaws, and use their voice. They’ll mention how I knowingly and unknowingly showed up for others, was straightforward, yet graceful, passing no judgement. I want to be remembered for my boldness, integrity, humor, and determination to be who I was created to be. Most importantly, I want to be remembered for my ability to make people feel safe, seen, and heard!! Read more>>