Whitney Billings-Bustillos

Cultured Cities Magazine is proud to introduce its new Editor, Tom Handy—a seasoned writer, investor, and leader whose diverse background brings a fresh and meaningful perspective to the publication. With a career rooted in discipline, storytelling, and strategic thinking, Tom steps into this role with a clear vision: to elevate the magazine through impactful narratives while supporting the growth of the communities and businesses it represents.

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Written By: Whitney Billings- Bustillos When I first met Sensei Guzman, I was intrigued. To be honest, since I was a child, I have always been fascinated by disciplined and strong men whom I consider to be successful. Perhaps this stems from my father-daughter bond and the memories of watching my father work tirelessly from sunup to sundown. I always aspired to carry that same energy as a female. Maybe I miss my father since his passing and subconsciously seek strong alpha male mentors to...