Zach Freeman

Hi Zach, what is the most important factor behind your success?

I always tell people that VMA's success has primarily been because of the team that has guided and supported me along the way and because we have a faithful God. Trust me, the success that I have now did not come from my own efforts. I have worked hard since the time of my recent college grad with a lot of motivation, but I certainly needed help, guidance, and grace to navigate and learn how to start and run a business. The team that helped me get there and the small army of people that all served a different purpose. I worked directly with other employees that gave me grace and were willing to endure the consequences of my mistakes and even listened to me when I would get frustrated with certain situations or advisors who were patient and generous with their wisdom and knowledge. It also included a whole group of friends and advocates in the community that helped spread the word about the business. I am incredibly grateful to the entire VMA Family and all of those friends, family, team members, clients, and advisors who helped get us to where we are today.

I also believe that we have a God who is tremendously faithful and gracious. There have been so many times when something didn't work out that I thought had to only to find out later that God had something way better in store. Other times it was simply the fact that we were kept safe in somewhat precarious situations. And sometimes it was just giving me the peace of mind when I felt tethered or overwhelmed. I have no doubt that, without His help, I wouldn't have been able to make it this far, and for that, I am incredibly grateful for ever humbled by the faithful God that I believe we all serve.