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What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?

We’ve been working on our publication and platform for almost a decade because we deeply believe that the world will be a far more empathetic and collaborative place if we all had the ability to know each other’s stories. The past decade has brought unimaginable challenges along the way, but we persevere because we believe this is mission worth never giving up on. We often are inspired by the folks we’ve featured and their commitment to their respective missions and so we asked some of them to talk to us about this very topic and have share some responses below.

Vanessa Duncan

Sustainability is so important to me. There are pushes & trends that support sustainability and it’s something I’m committed to and hope that more people will try to take part in. The vintage community is so incredible in this way. By shopping secondhand you eliminate so much waste. Read more>>

Shannon Albert

I’m committed to creating a salon experience that genuinely makes people feel seen and confident, no matter how long it takes to perfect. For me, luxury isn’t just about the products or the color, it’s about the feeling you walk out with. Read more>>

Tarea Smith-Lewis

I am deeply committed to the Only The Music – Youth Empowerment Edition (OTM) program because music literally saved my life. As a young girl bullied and overlooked, I found healing through writing lyrics, rapping, and dancing—it gave me a voice when I felt invisible. Music has always been in my blood. Read more>>

Larry Witt

ELEVATE: The Visionary Event Lab I plan to take Elevate a tour Read more>>

Kristina Hernandez

I am deeply committed to making thoughtful gifting more accessible and intentional. With Bundlebee, my number one priority is to make meaningful connections, not just selling products. Every box tells a story, and every brand I collaborate with has their own unique story too. Read more>>

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