INSPIRE

The path of an entrepreneur is not linear – it’s full of ups and downs, mistakes and strokes of luck, and lessons learned through failure. We aren’t afraid to show the good, the bad, and the ugly – normalizing fears and moments of self-doubt as part of the journey. Instead of powering through the tough times, these stories give you permission to be messy and aim to Inspire you to stay the course and keep the faith. In between the personal stories of entrepreneurs, you’ll also find INSPIRING examples of people who are committed to giving back to their community and working in a socially responsible way.

Empowering Choices for Business Leaders: A 52-Week Guide to Intentional Living

In the dynamic world of business and finance, there’s a beacon for those who lead…

5 Feel Good Films from 2023 SXSW That You Can Stream Now 

One of the things that I look forward to every year at the annual SXSW…

Crisis in Education: How to Keep Teachers in the Classroom

By Candace Wofford Teachers are leaving the profession with half of all new teachers exiting…

Gehry Siblings Share Their Perspectives on How DESIGN-BASED LEARNING™ Can Build Our Future at SXSW EDU 2023

Design-Based Learning Unwrapped. Photo by Chris Saucedo

What Do Paper-Based Fuel Cells and Enzymes Have to Do with The Gateway to The Alps?

By Candace Wofford There are new batteries being made with just paper and enzymes that…

Joshua B Lee of Standout Authority

StandOut Authority’s Joshua B. Lee – The Human Side of Success

Joshua B. Lee of Standout Authority, the “Dopamine Dealer of LinkedIn,” talks H2H connections, the power of failure, and redefines success.

Search & Convert’s Founder Spotlight: Be the Change You Wish to See in Your Community

Cortney Jones, a social worker and child welfare advocate, founded Change 1, an Austin-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support services to youth who have experienced the child welfare system.

Search & Convert’s Founder Spotlight: Creating Solutions through Art, Entrepreneurship, and Advocacy

Jonathan ‘Chaka’ Mahone shares how his music, visual art, clothing line, and advocacy work supports Austin’s Black creatives and community.

Shannon Stott of Improv On and Off the Stage

Search & Convert’s Founder Spotlight: Improv | On and Off the Stage

Shannon Stott, founder of Improv | On and Off the Stage, says everyone is improvising all the time. She’s teaching people how to hone that skill.

Welcome to The Vind Region of Central Texas

The Vind app, a “concierge in your pocket” for the Hill Country Wine Region, launches April 1— and it will completely change how you visit.