Life, Lessons, & Legacies

Through the work we do we are incredibly fortunate to find and learn about so many incredible local artists, creatives and entrepreneurs. Their stories, the lessons that they’ve learned and the legacies they are building inspire us beyond words. Below, we have highlighted a few of those amazing folks and we hope you’ll check out their stories and their responses to some of the fundamental questions the help form the foundation of our lives and careers.

Cyn Silva

Pursue your passion. Learn, grow, study, and give your all to whatever lights you up inside. Life will always get in the way, it throws curveballs when you least expect them. But it’s how you respond that shapes your path. Every challenge, every setback, teaches you what works and what doesn’t. I moved out on my own at 18. Read more>>

Melanie Fox

When I started my first business, Melanie Fox Coaching, I had little more than an idea and a whole lot of enthusiasm. I wasn’t a seasoned entrepreneur: I didn’t have a website, a logo, or even a sense of where to begin. Everything started from scratch. Which meant I had to learn everything from scratch too: website design, business licensing, social media, branding, and more. Read more>>

Robyn Kauffman

There have definitely been times in my life where I’ve wanted to give up—honestly, more than I can count. Especially in my career, confidence has always been something I’ve struggled with. I used to constantly question myself: Am I talented enough? Kind enough? Hardworking enough? I second-guessed every move I made, always wondering if I was doing enough to belong in this industry. Read more>>

Julian Chavez

Plenty of times, I believe us, as humans all have doubts at some time in our lives. Read more>>

Liz Hahn

I have. I’d say I’m naturally more of a thoughtful decision-maker than a quick reactor. I like to take the time to gather information, listen to different perspectives, and make sure the choice I’m making actually makes sense in the long run. Read more>>

Laprè

Music has always been my main calling, but throughout the journey, I’ve realized there are these smaller callings that appear along the way & each one helps me grow and supports that larger purpose. Lately, I have felt called to step into the spotlight more as a female producer and truly showcase what I can do. Read more>>

Cynthia Meier

I am pretty much the same person I was when I was 6 years old. In first grade, I gathered my friends to put on plays for the Kindergarten kids. I loved to read fairy tales, to draw, to dress up, to write, to imagine other worlds. I get to be that person every day at The Rogue Theatre. Read more>>

Gribbz

I like this question. I think that, I / we were always meant to be or do something significant in our lives. Read more>>

Qiayz

You know what’s wild? Most people are at war with their ego — silently. It’s that hidden voice that says, “You’re not enough unless they see you.” It wears confidence like armor, but underneath… it’s fear dressed in designer. Ego will have you chasing claps, not clarity. Read more>>

Bailee Stewart

People will probably think my legacy is just about clothes or looking cute online, but it’s so much deeper than that. I’ve always wanted to perform and sing, and influencing became my literal stage. Read more>>

Jason Fleegle

My day begins early, dropping my daughter off at school before arriving at my own campus around 7:30 a.m. I’m currently in my 20th year of teaching and serve as an elementary physical education teacher. The school day runs until 3:00 p.m., and immediately afterward, I transition into my second role as an assistant coach for the women’s basketball program at Scottsdale Community College. Read more>>

Hannah Proffitt

I used to believe that I needed to have all the training and know everything before starting. In the beginning, I wanted everything to look perfect and be “just right” before I put myself out there, but that mindset actually kept me from doing anything at all. Now, I’ve learned that it’s okay to start messy and figure things out along the way. Read more>>