Chef J. Ponder: Culinary Hero
Photos courtesy of Chef J. Ponder “Use your knowledge and expertise to help those who need it the most.” When he was coming up,…
Parween Mascari’s Case for West Virginia’s Creative Community
Parween Mascari outside her Charleston shop. Photo by Joel Bennett, Aronfield Agency. “Find your creative outlet.” Parween Mascari is a judge by day and…
Lara Paparo Celebrates Diverse Authors With Owl Publishing
Photography by JWC Portraits. “Seek out the stories readers want to hear.” Lara Paparo is a lover of literature and books. She started her…
Everyone Is Welcome at Will Herring’s Crossroads
Will Herring, owner of Crossroads Coffee & Ice Cream. Photography by Queon “Q” Martin. “Make your guests feel like they are at home.” At Crossroads…
Jessica Knox’s Point of View
Photo by Theo Qu “It’s ok to be a little different.” At the age of eight, Jessica Knox’s father bought her a pink film…
Sara Crutcher and Kayse Small’s Body-Positive Lingerie
“Celebrate your beauty.” Sara Crutcher and Kayse Small set out to make a difference in women’s lives. They’re co-owners of Le Boudoir, a lingerie…
Harry Watkins and Arvat McClaine Are a Dynamic Duo
Photo by Inspire Marketing LLC. “Use your gifts to build others up.” The husband and wife team of Harry Watkins, Ph.D. and Arvat McClaine,…
Judia Black Is Your Go-To for Everything Wine
“Find joy in your everyday life.” Judia Black loves to share her passion for good wine and good food. She is the founder and…
Jamellah Ellis: Going Natural
“There are plenty of people in your niche who need your product and creativity. Your unique gifts have the power to help others embrace…
Gregory Bruce: The Man Behind the Hashtag #nomoboringbows
“Be bold with your style.” Gregory Bruce is known as the man with the colorful bow ties. In recent years, the bow tie has…