We asked some of the most interesting entrepreneurs and creatives to open up about recent highlights from their lives – the moments that made them laugh or feel proud.
Nicole Blessing
My short film, Temple of the Money Changers 2.0, recently screened at the Silicon Beach Film Festival. The event was at the TCL Chinese Theatres in Hollywood. The film won Best Comedy Short. Think The Righteous Gemstones meets Silicon Valley, with lipstick, scripture, and crypto wallets. I wrote, directed, produced, acted in, and edited the film. Read more>>
Dolores Cantu
I just turned 76, and I feel like a radiant 50-year-old. I’m a proud Latina pioneer—an unapologetic trailblazer who’s still breaking ground and lifting others as I go. I tell women my age: we’re not winding down—we’re just getting started. Born in 1949, we came of age during a time of profound change. Read more>>
Nikodem Blek
Recently, I had the honor of being inducted into the Hall of Fame at the International Window Film Conference (IWFC). That moment made me feel incredibly proud, not only because of the recognition itself but also because it reflects years of hard work, long days in the shop, and the dedication of my entire team at Premier Armor. Read more>>
Melanie Gillott
I’ve been feeling super proud and grateful lately because I finally made my first music video/short film, ‘Summer of ’18: The Short Film’ based off of my two songs, ‘Summer’s in Bloom’ and ‘Summer of ’18’ from my debut EP, ‘Unpredictable.’ It’s a project I’ve been dreaming about for about a year and a half, so bringing it to life felt incredible. Read more>>
Alia Adel
Back in January, when the heartbreaking fires broke out in the Palisades and Altadena, I somehow found myself running a donation center out of my little one-bedroom apartment in West Hollywood. What started as a small idea quickly turned into something so much bigger—we ended up helping over 100 families and packing donations for more than 200 people in just a month and a half. Read more>>
