Over the past decade we have had the chance to learn about so many incredible folks from a wide range of industries and backgrounds and our highlighter series is designed to give us an opportunity to go deeper into their stories with to goal of understanding them, their thought process, how their values formed and the foundations of their stories. Check out some incredible folks below – many of whom you may have read about already and a few new names as well.
Alex Kasznel
Sure, and I think that’s more common than people let on. Not to harp on social media, but it’s definitely a distortion of reality to open your phone and see only the best parts of everyone’s life. Read more>>
Vimary Delvalle
Yes, there was a moment when I almost gave up. Earlier this year, I was diagnosed with esophageal cancer, and I’m still undergoing treatment, including immunotherapy twice a month. Between the treatments, surgery, and the physical and emotional challenges, there were days when I felt like I couldn’t keep going. But my faith and my son give me the strength to keep fighting. Read more>>
Dread Headd
It taught her that without suffering, there is no success. If you want a rainbow, it has to rain first! Suffering is the hardest part of the success story, but it’s beauty within because it creates an indestructible individual! Success is the easy part, it’s the comfortable part, it’s the reward for all the hardships and pain! Read more>>
Antwain Shaw-huff
I have a fear that hold me back but keeps me going………. I fear I wouldn’t be able to distribute enough art in this life time. But I also think it’s some- what possible , I would have to focus a little more on my health and time that I am ultimately preparing for. Read more>>
Nicole Bruckman
Painting while watching a good show! Read more>>
Rachel Wynn
Well I have several projects near and dear to my heart right now but first and foremost finding a new location for Thee MakeUp Room is at the top of my list. We are growing and expanding and I’m looking forward to what 2026 has in store for us. Read more>>
Angela Fach
Integrity matters most to me. Intelligence and energy are powerful, but without integrity they can easily be pointed in the wrong direction. Integrity builds trust. It keeps decisions grounded in what’s right, not just what’s impressive or efficient. Read more>>
Crystal Jackson
I like to say I’ve lived entire lifetimes within this one. I’ve been a dancer, a Dominatrix, an event planner, a podcaster, a musician, an athlete truly, I’ve tried on more worlds than I can count. My motto has always been “why not?” I chase experiences because each one teaches me something, stretches me, or reveals a part of myself I didn’t know was there. Read more>>
Kelsi Biondo
What makes my job at Branded so enjoyable, and why I honestly couldn’t see myself working anywhere else, is how valued and heard I feel. Our owner, Lance, and I work hand in hand every day, often having five to ten check-ins or meetings daily. Read more>>
Keary Alaniz
I’m chasing success in the music industry and if I stopped then my heart would not be fulfilled. I’m making strides towards a healthy work-life balance. Recently, I started studying new skills so I can have more free time to work on my music. Read more>>
Johnny Wu
A normal day for me include exercising first for about 20 mins including martial arts, then relax and play with the cats, after that, go to my studio and check the emails and start doing what needed to be done during the day, this include video editing a short film, planning on a feature, producing Cleveland Asian Festival, Cleveland Cultural Gardens’ World and Stage and Cleveland Cultural Gardens’ One World Day. Read more>>
