We asked some of the brightest folks in the community to open up to us about the most important lesson their business or career has taught them. We’ve highlighted some of those responses below.

D’asia Simone | Music & Visual Artist, Creative

I am from Cleveland, Ohio born and raised. I was raised in the inner city of Cleveland in a family of nine women and one male. My immediate family consisted of my great-grandfather and great-grandmother, who were the head of our family, my grandma, my mom, my two sisters, my great-aunt, and my two cousins. My family was always very close. We loved spending quality time together, from family dinners to outings, holidays, and more. Quality time was our love language. Read more>>

Jeramy Perry | Entrepreneur, Actor & Model

I was born and raised in Cleveland Ohio. There were a great deal of challenges growing up in such a city. Though it’s life here, there happens to be so much darkness. I learned at any early age it is very important to be of substance and stand out. So easy to fall short when those around you don’t know what they’re doing. I thank God for bringing me this far. Read more>>

Kate Volz | Owner

I come from a family of entrepreneurs. My grandfather owned his own roofing business which he ran with my dad. After he passed, my dad started his own lawn care company which he still runs successfully to this day. I grew up watching them, two honest, decent men for whom the customer comes first. I learned that if you invest in your clients, the business will follow. I strive to create lasting relationships with each couple I work with and in many instances, I continue working with clients long after their wedding. Read more>>

Jon Flores | Designer & Tailor

I grew up just outside of Chicago. I was the creative kid in the family. My grandpa taught art and would teach me to draw the details I find in little things I see. I had a heart for art and began to expand that passion into many mediums like chalk drawings on peoples driveways, sketching, acrylic painting, then clothing. I loved clothing from an early age. I would watch YouTube videos on clothing hauls and sneakers. Read more>>