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.

Zhiqing Zhang

As I begin my journey as a sound designer, like many others, I dream of working on the games and stories I love. I am a huge fan of titles like Astro Bot, Elden Ring, and other open-world RPGs, and I hope to contribute to projects like these in a way that makes the player experience more immersive and fulfilling. To me, that would feel incredibly rewarding. Read more>>

Finley Cassidy

Growing up, I was always told (as many of us are) that if you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life. My parents always encouraged me to find something I was passionate about, something that sparked joy in my soul. I knew I would be spending the majority of my life working, so I knew I needed to find something I loved. The community and life surrounding Art and its History drew me in immediately. Read more>>

Monique Dawkins

I want my legacy to reflect the lives I’ve touched and the lasting impact of the work I’ve done with children, families, and educators. My hope is that people will say I didn’t just create programs or systems, but that I helped people believe in themselves, step into their purpose, and build stronger communities. I want to be remembered for leading with compassion and integrity, for opening doors to equity and excellence, and for leaving behind a foundation that others can continue to grow from. Read more>>

Samuel Cole, Jr

I’m a faith-based entrepreneur who puts God first. I’m a husband, a father, and a creative who’s passionate about leaving the world better than I found it.
I believe we have more in common than we realize, and I try to use my experiences to encourage and help others in a real and authentic way. For me, business isn’t just about profit—it’s about people. It’s about building up communities and making a lasting impact. Read more>>

Issis Macias

I hope my legacy will be creating art that offers healing and connection, honors my roots, and inspires others to embrace transformation and find peace in their own lives. I want my work to leave a lasting sense of hope and shared humanity. Read more>>

Sainte Billings

The legacy I hope to build is one that embodies a life of purpose, love, and transformation. I want to be remembered as someone who truly lived a blessed life, not just in the material sense, but in the way I touched the lives of others. My goal is to have built communities that thrive, uplifted those who felt unseen or unheard, and helped end cycles of poverty for generations to come. Read more>>

Victoria Jackson

My goal in my art has always been to spread love and make magic and that is the legacy I hope to leave. I’ve pursued this by helping people feel truly seen, telling their stories through my work, and infusing every piece with love and intention.

At their core, people long to be seen and understood for who they truly are. This includes their loves, their losses, and all the experiences that have shaped them into who they are. My calling is to capture that essence, to translate the unique soul, story, and spirit of each person or couple I work with into something tangible. I want every piece I create to feel like an outward expression of someone’s inner self. Read more>>