From personal intentions to professional objectives, the 2025 goals set by these local movers and shakers might ignite some major New Year’s motivation.

Donald Hawk
Chef, Valentine
“For us, it’s to keep evolving Valentine. Fortunate for everything we have, but still love coming in every day and just making the restaurant better.”

Missy Pruitt
Founder, She’s All Cat and PHX Cat Café
“In 2025… I’ll make room for fun, chasing joy alongside my furry friends, and reminding myself that life is too short not to play, laugh and cuddle with cats!”

Charissa Lucille
Artist, Curator and Founder, Wasted Ink Zine Distro
“My 2025 resolutions are to self-publish more zines and to eat cake more frequently with friends.”

Tony Ce
Co-Founder, LocalBuzz, Pollyn and PHX Night Market
“In 2025… my focus is on building stronger connections… and sparking creativity between local businesses and content creators through [Pollyn].”


