The story of It Sprinkles began in the heart of Austin, Texas, with Megha Mehta's passion for baking and her desire to bring the warmth of homemade treats to her community. What started as a small venture in her kitchen quickly grew into a business driven by the belief that the best celebrations are sweetened with love and authenticity. With cakes and desserts crafted with care, Megha set out to share her homemade creations with the world, turning a lifelong dream into a tangible reality.

Belinda Mendoza’s path to becoming a Feng Shui Master was far from conventional. She spent 18 years as a highly successful sales leader in the medical device industry, known for her ability to turn around struggling businesses. However, after reaching a high rank, Belinda became fed up with the unethical practices and discrimination in the corporate world. She yearned for a more balanced and creative life, one where she could truly make a difference.

In 1985, Ken Jordan founded Accent American after struggling to find a decent job after college. He initially took a position with a carpet cleaning company but quickly realized it operated as a bait-and-switch operation. This experience motivated him to start his own honest and transparent carpet cleaning business. With basic equipment packed into the back of his hatchback car, Ken set out to provide quality service with integrity.

Bobby Robinson’s journey into web design began in 1994 when he immersed himself in Adobe Suites, HTML, and Flash. This early exposure laid the foundation for his future career and eventually led to the creation of Black Anchor Design.

In the heart of our community, locally owned businesses shape the character of our neighborhoods, providing services that go beyond transactions, they create real connections. One such business is Sisters Home Services, founded by Karline Augustin and her two sisters, who have turned a simple idea into a thriving, people-centered enterprise.

Paul Harrison never set out to enter the home improvement industry, but when he saw friends struggling through high-pressure sales pitches just to buy windows, he knew there had to be a better way. That realization sparked the beginning of Innovative Home Improvements, a locally owned company built on fairness, quality, and customer-first service. Instead of overwhelming homeowners with aggressive sales tactics, Paul set out to offer a stress-free experience with top-tier products at fair prices, and that mission has driven his business ever since.