We are so thrilled to be able to connect with some of the brightest and most inspiring entrepreneurs and creatives from across the city and beyond and this series in particular gives us the honor of introducing these folks to you in a unique way – we go beyond the story of how they got to where they are today by asking them to reflect on a variety of deeper questions that we hope will help you better connect with them, their stories and their brands. Ultimately, our hope is that more of us will spend more of our money with independent artists, creatives and small businesses and we think getting to know one another at a deeper level is step one.
Juan C. Torres
The public version of me is real, but it is curated. What people see is a focused and intentional expression of who I am as an artist. It reflects my values, my discipline, and my commitment to the work, but it does not capture every private doubt or personal moment. I believe authenticity does not require complete exposure. Read more>>
Emily S. Richardson
Music itself is a lifelong project! There’s always some technique to improve, different interpretations to consider, new music to discover, and more awesome people to collaborate with. That’s the beauty of it – there’s endless possibility in the art form. And it engenders powerful emotions in people who listen. Read more>>
Jonae Michelle
A belief I once held very tightly was that if I was disciplined enough, kind enough, and did everything “right,” life would unfold in a fair and predictable way. I believed that effort alone could protect me from disappointment and that clarity would always follow good intentions. Over time, I realized how naïve that was. Read more>>
Tonia B.
Becoming a mom completely shifted how I see the world. It changed my pace, my priorities, and the way I make decisions. Before motherhood, I was moving fast and pouring into everything and everyone except myself. But when my son was born, I started to see life through a softer lens. Read more>>
Chloe LeBlanc
My husband saw me clearly before I could see myself. As a social media influencer, I was already sharing our own wedding content online in 2022/2023, and through that process, the idea for what would become LeBlanc Standard began to form almost organically. Read more>>
