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.

Mary Sherod

The type of legacy that I want to build is an honest one. I want the world to know that the jokes they laugh so hearty about are from my mind and my past experiences. I use the events from my life and share them as snapshots in my comedy sets. When my time has run out on this Earth I believe the people will say that I was a hard worker, that I appealed to many different types of audiences and that I put my all into my work. I hope to be remembered for my originality and being fearless. Read more>>

Sara Fohrenkamm

I am hoping to build a legacy of caring and creativity. Being a caregiver and an artist nearly all my life I hope that people will see my art and feel my heart in all I have done. I love painting murals and art as a way to express myself but also leave something of myself for the next generation. Read more>>

Natalia Farahmand

As a modern-day hairstylist, makeup artist and project manager, I aspire to leave a legacy that goes beyond the realms of beauty. My goal is to be remembered as more than just someone who enhances outer appearances, but as a catalyst for positive change and empowerment. For my legacy, I envision giving people hope and opportunities, a support system, innovation and an out of the box creations; one who may be hard to understand but like magic once understood. Read more>>

Luana Seu

This question made me a bit emotional. I must admit. Well, I truly think that the porpoise of art is to save lives but there so many alternatives to do that. Artist can have the right influence toward a better tomorrow and that is what I’m dreaming to do as well. To be able to tell stories with impact, photograph communities that deserve attention. Read more>>

Faith Woods

I abide by the phrase, “People remember how they are made to feel.” Taking the time to pause and savor the joy of others is something so fleeting in the modern day. When I host people or teach workshops, I try to create a memory that is simply unmatched. It is worth it to be in the moment and stay a little longer. My life’s work is a legacy of goodwill. Read more>>

Ayla Rose

I am crafting a legacy rooted in freedom, serving as a wayshower by illuminating a path with light and unconditional love. Through my creations, particularly images, and other works, I provide tools for individuals to navigate their past, embrace their uniqueness, and move towards realizing their authentic potential. Encouraging a collective journey toward oneness, I aspire to empower others to recognize their cosmic essence as beings of energy within the vast universe Read more>>

Kate Jones

This is such a good question, one I have been thinking about more as I begin to grow my family. I recently got asked if I was happy in my career and if, whenever I have children, I was someone my daughters would be able to look up to. This was something I had not put much thought into and it made me think about the life I am living and the things I am doing day to day. Read more>>

Patrick & Kelly Cornolo

We’d like to be remembered as a shop that pioneered the concept of a custom/appointment only studio with a more comfortable and less intimidating look and feel. Something that was not the norm when we first opened. Quality tattoo work has always spoken for itself and we hope our legacy is that the name Speakeasy is synonymous with custom quality tattooing specific to the individual client. Read more>>

Ming-Li Chang

A narrative and philosophy that I have stuck with since introducing my design works to the world is about the phrase “made in China”. China has thousands of years of craftsmanship and artistry rooted in many different cultures and also vastly diverse, yet the rapidly growing industrial and manufacturing landscape has stamped a negative connotation behind the phrase “made in China”. As I continue to develop my own designs, it is a goal of mine to play a part, no matter how big or small, but a part of the puzzle that defines what modern Chinese design is. Read more>>

Jeff Thomas

As a photographer driven by a deep passion for connecting souls and spreading love and positivity through my work, the legacy I hope to build revolves around fostering a sense of unity and understanding among people. Through my photographs, I aspire to capture the essence of humanity—the shared emotions, experiences, and connections that transcend boundaries. Read more>>

Tori Rice

My name is Tori Rice, I am a Cinematographer/Director in Austin, Texas. The legacy I hope to build is being dedicated to my craft no matter how big or small the production is. It has always been difficult for me to dial back my push for perfection with anything I do. Wether it is film related or not I set standards high for myself so in turn I exceed my own expectations. Sometimes my standards are unrealistic but without those goals it can be hard to push yourself past what you know you can achieve. Read more>>

Kristin Marquet

As I reflect on my journey and the impact I hope to have, I envision a legacy that resonates with empowerment, innovation, and inspiration. When people remember me, I want them to think of someone who not only challenged the status quo but also paved the way for others to realize their potential and dreams. Read more>>

Mel Vanderpool

It has always been my hope to help others achieve their dreams beyond their imaginations. I hope that I will be remembered as a person that saw the purpose in others even when they couldn’t fully envision it for themselves. After I’m gone, I would hope that people will remember me as a person with great ambition who never let obstacles stand in her way. Read more>>

Nguyen (Carrot) Ho

Storytelling is my passion. Therefore when it comes to legacy, I wish to share my voice towards as many people as I can, especially for those who would listen. There’s a saying that always stay with me, which is “Humans have one ending… ideas live forever” (Barbie 2023). I think this saying could be applied towards filmmaking and the creative industry. Arts, movies, musics, etc…, I believe that all of them will stay on forever. Read more>>

Anu Naimpally

Through my work as a dance performer, educator, and mentor, I hope that I am building a legacy of artistry, integrity, and access. I would hope that audiences will remember my presentations as deeply moving and inspirational by way of an impactful artistic production. My students will talk about how their lives changed through their dance journey with me as they were able to discover their inner strengths and beauty. Read more>>

Felicia Demers

My Legacy, that is a big question… As a business owner you have created something from scratch, nurtured it to be what it is, and then you think about what will be. I truly want my legacy to be about connection. Read more>>

John Murray

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Carlos Warda

t Sabor, we strive for the freshest and highest quality ingredients. When times are tough, we do not care what the price may be, we will never sacrifice the high quality meats and fresh produce that we use. We hope that our legacy is that we never sacrificed flavor, quality and the freshness of our food during these tough times. Aside from this, we hope people remember the warmth and comfort of our service. Read more>>

Chasline Fontenot

I want my legacy to be that of a woman who wholeheartedly followed Jesus and embraced the gospel of Jesus Christ. I aspire to be remembered as a beacon of kindness, joy, and strength. Someone who lit up rooms with love and a shining personality. A woman who faced life’s challenges with resilience, always bouncing back with the help of God’s power, goodness, and grace. I want to be remembered as a seeker and sharer of truth. Ultimately, I want to be a walking representation of God’s love and a source of inspiration for others. Read more>>

Millennial X

The legacy we aspire to build is one of empowerment and transformation, particularly in the film and television industry. We hope to be remembered as people who not only broke barriers but also built bridges for others to cross. Our aim is to leave a legacy where people of colour see fewer obstacles and more opportunities in expressing their narratives and talents. Read more>>

Daniel Severin

We are a folk/popular Latin American music band based in Baltimore. Our aim is to translate into the music our experiences brought to the city of Baltimore from our countries and create an atmosphere that invites our audience to explore the diversity of Latin American culture. We hope to be remembered as who expanded the local cultural and musical landscape to Charm City. Read more>>

Bryce Foley

I hope that when I’m long gone from this world people will say I cared. That I cared about what I created, and more importantly, that I cared about somebody else. To truly care about something takes an extraordinary amount of passion, and being passionate can sometimes come off as trying too hard. I don’t care about that. I want to be remembered for my passion. I’m building a career/reputation, and I’m finding that I need to focus more on how I’m represented, and how I’m being digested. Read more>>

Kerry Gipson

During my time here, I would like to build a long lasting legacy for my family, community and all people alike by promoting happiness and laughter with all the world. Happiness is a thing we all strive to attain. Many of us find it difficult to find happiness in the most common of places on earth but yet, still live a life in sadness. Read more>>

Wendy Intrieri

I dream of leaving a legacy built on acceptance and channeling one’s strengths to live their best lives. I dream that motivational mindset training with horses will spread nation is not worldwide. I dream that Sea2StableINC will not only survive, but thrive after I am gone. Read more>>

Ryan Gilbert

My mission is to capture people in their most pure form. I’m deeply motivated by the differences in human experience and I want to be able to capture those differences. People have always been the core of my work and what I will likely continue to do. I want people to remember feeling good about themselves after seeing their images, and to see them how I see them. I want my work to move people towards each other and further connections. Read more>>

Lorna Schultz Nicholson

I hope I will be remembered for writing books that are entertaining and say something, but not with a bang over the head. Just be that author with the subtle message and a page turner. And I hope I can get and keep kids reading. That is a huge goal of mine. Read more>>

Jihad Rivera

I hope to leave the Legacy of creating photos infused with authenticity, depth and showcasing of black people and black culture. I hope that every person who sees my work or meets me to know that I’m a representation of a trailblazing photographer whose extraordinary talent and unwavering passion have forever etched their mark in my family , friends and my community. Read more>>

Rachel Scott

In terms of being an author, my goal always has been and always will be to ensure that no one feels alone. That people never look at mine or another person’s success and think that it’s only attainable for certain people. I want every aspect of my work to be transparent. For my journey as a writer, I want other writers to know that I’m just a girl who felt lost and afraid, which gave me the push of bravery that I needed to chase my dream. Read more>>

Sarah Sypniewski

When I’m gone, it’s my hope that I’ve left people with the ability to embrace their own voice and story. I hope that because of knowing me or working with me, they know they are absolutely enough–just the way they are. I hope they know that it’s not always easy to fully embrace our authentic selves, but that it is one hundred percent worth it. I hope they can stand in their own power, aligned within themselves, and radiate their light unapologetically, and see that when they do that, they drop into the world in the way we humans are meant to. Read more>>