We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Adriana VanDenberg

The idea for this store was born from a deep desire to serve my community. About three years ago, the thought first crossed my mind—to create a space where people could access cleaner, safer products. At the time, I was newly pregnant and finishing up my Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering, so the dream had to wait. Read More>> 

Kristen McLaughlin

The glory of starting It’s Not Just a Board was that it happened so organically. I love travel, food, wine, family, and friends. I love entertaining in my personal life, and it grew into this business. People kept saying, “You should think about doing this professionally.” Read More>> 

Jeremy Prokop

At Grindstone Jiu Jitsu Training Center, our mission is to transform lives and strengthen our community with a meaningful social impact. As a law enforcement-owned and operated business, we leverage our expertise to offer tailored training in jiu-jitsu, kickboxing, fitness, and tactical skills, empowering individuals and organizations alike. Our specialized Valkyrie Defense program, designed exclusively for women, builds confidence and self-defense skills, while our annual training for local police departments enhances their defensive tactics readiness.  Read More>>