We asked some very thoughtful members of our community to reflect on what they’ve learned from their heroes.

JohnRoss O

As a philosopher of interiors, my heroes are visionaries who transformed their crafts into timeless expressions of human spirit—Walt Disney and Coco Chanel. Their boundless creativity, resilience, and commitment to excellence have profoundly shaped my approach to designing sustainable, soulful spaces.Walt Disney, to me, is the embodiment of dreaming without limits. His ability to conjure worlds—whether through Mickey Mouse or the enchanting realms of Disneyland—speaks to a rare alchemy of imagination and perseverance. Read more>>

Brandy Nelson

My hero is God. I know it may sound cliché, but I truly would not have my business or the life I have today without Him. During one of the hardest seasons of my life, I made the decision to be obedient and trust Him completely, and in doing so, I woke up living a dream I once prayed for. Read more>>

Brandy Simpson

My hero is my mom and dad because they always take care of me and help’s me no matter what. They teach me to never give up, even when something feels really hard, like homework or learning a new sport. One lesson I learned from my dad is to keep trying until I get it right. My mom tells me to be kind to other people because kindness makes the world better. Read more>>

Caitlin Minshew

My hero is, without a doubt, my Dad. He is the definition of smart, successful, and strong. My dad raised me in a single-family home since I was three. My mom was around but had issues of her own. We were extremely close, but sadly, her personal issues led to her passing away suddenly 5 years ago.

My dad has always encouraged me and motivated me to do my absolute best in life. He has been through more than anyone I know, but still wakes up every day with a smile on his face, caring and giving to people in need. Read more>>