Megan and Eva Pazdera took a risk in starting their own fitness studio. But – thanks to the freedom that comes with entrepreneurship – it’s a risk that paid off. When the COVID-19 crisis hit, that entrepreneurial flexibility would be key in pushing forward.

For Susannah Lago, a layoff from her corporate job and personal grief hit hard all at once. But it caused her to pause and take inventory of what’s most important in her life, and led her to become an innovative entrepreneur and creating a network to help other area moms do the same

Mark Bush’s childhood started with tragedy. Orphaned at age 3, his life could have headed in the wrong direction early on. But a positive new home, new mindset, and unmatched work ethic led him to a life of military service and entrepreneurship with a common purpose: Live every day to be purposeful.