Patricia Glass. Photo by Joycelyne Fadojutimi.

By Joycelyne Fadojutimi

A new business boosting initiative recently opened its operations in Tyler, Texas. It is named Flourish because it will empower non-profit organizations and for-profit businesses and entrepreneurs to grow and prosper. Flourish recently celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting at 415 South Broadway.

According to its founder Patricia Glass, this operation is an innovative hub offering training, conference facilities and far-ranging consulting services in a working environment devised specifically for this purpose.

Along with husband Joshua, Glass looks upon herself mainly as a coach/consultant/instructor not only for their children Liam and Ellinore, but for potential entrepreneurs seeking careers in small but growing businesses. Following the examples of her highly competent parents, she has pulled down certifications in nonprofit management and advanced nonprofit management and is putting them to good use.

“As founder of Flourish I lead our mission to empower non-profits and small businesses with strategic guidance and support,” she says. “Flourish is more than a consulting firm. It’s a catalyst for community impact, helping organizations grow and sustain their missions.”

Her calling is one without routine. No two days are alike, and none are predictable. She busies herself with workshops and networking events but refuses to neglect her parenting responsibilities.

“I cherish every school drop-off, pickup and the precious moments at school functions and extracurricular activities,” she says.

Along with her role as a mother, she finds a great sense of accomplishment in seeing her clients succeed because of her efforts. Her passion is watching her nonprofit clients thrive by improving the quality of life, second to none in their communities. Ensuring she is constructing a better world for her children is her greatest objective. Glass is forever searching for means of doing this.

“The cornerstone of success in any field is to cultivate authentic relationships and deeply understand the unique challenges and opportunities within our communities,” she says.

Despite her devotion to Flourish, Glass seeks to also work through other avenues to achieve a first-rate life for East Texans. Hence, she collaborates with the ARC of Smith County, Discovery Science Place, and the Association for Fundraising Professionals-East Texas Chapter. She spends what free time she has with her family, “exploring the great outdoors and participating in local events,”

Her quests to overcome all adversity in accomplishing her goals embodies Glass commitment to catalyzing and using community essence and resources to create a thriving lifestyle for East Texas.

“We are excited to open our doors and significantly impact the community,” she says. “This [grand opening] event is just the beginning of what we hope will be a strong and supportive network.”

For more information, please contact patricia@flourishnonprofits.com or call 903-805-9953.