“The T. Howard Foundation empowered me to dream and inspired me to turn those dreams into reality. With an amazing network and community that feels like family, I came to believe that anything is possible. Thank you!”
Cristian is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of OFF THE CUFF, a leading storytelling platform that amplifies the untold stories of entrepreneurs, creatives, and innovators. Through OFF THE CUFF, Cristian has built meaningful partnerships with industry giants such as ESSENCE, Shopify, TikTok, American Advertising Federation, ADCOLOR, Samsung, and others. These collaborations have sparked impactful experiential activations and brand partnerships, all while staying true to OFF THE CUFF’s mission of elevating voices and celebrating individuals for who they are and what they do.
At the heart of Cristian’s work is his grandmother’s profound lesson: “always pay it forward.” Guided by that principle, OFF THE CUFF has become a global movement grounded in gratitude, authenticity, and the meaningful act of giving people their flowers along the way.