The heart of our mission is to find the amazing souls that breathe life into our communities. In the recent weeks, we’ve had the privilege to connect with some incredible artists, creatives, entrepreneurs and rabble rousers and we can’t begin to express how impressed we are with the incredible group below. Check out our favorite stories from across the Voyage family.
Carson Peter – Founder of LockJaw
We started about a year ago after my girlfriend Caroline found our first bass player Ivar, then from there we started to look for a drummer and a singer which we ended up getting my brother to play drums for us. Read more>>
Brittany Greer
I’ve been DJing for 13 years. What started as a fun hobby wound up becoming one of my favorite passions. I began my journey as a DJ supporting other yoga instructors in their classes by providing music. I also played for art galleries, skydiving gyms, music festival workshops and retreat centers. Read more>>
Ashley LeBlanc
So my son was 9 months old when the family I always dreamt of started to shatter. It was 2021, I had PPD and infidelity wrecked my relationship. I was in my fifth year of teaching and clung to the classroom and my students while I pushed through what I thought would never end. Read more>>
Travon Conyers
I have always been passionate about helping others, which naturally aligns with my entrepreneurial spirit in the hospitality industry. My goal is to address the challenges that people face, especially those I encountered myself but didn’t receive guidance on until later. Read more>>
Sarah Olano
I grew up in England, where baking was simply part of family life. Some of my happiest childhood memories are in the kitchen with my mother and grandmother, learning recipes that had been passed down through generations. There was always something in the oven, a pot of tea brewing, and time spent around the table together. Read more>>
Isabel Ontiveros
Our story is really a partnership story. My husband Armando and I come from very different backgrounds, but we share something important: neither of us allowed our circumstances to define our future. Armando was born and raised in Juárez, Mexico, in deep poverty. His childhood looked very different from what many people would imagine. He learned early the value of hard work, resilience, and perseverance. Read more>>
Christina Marchak
My story really starts in my early 20s when my health completely fell apart. I was diagnosed with PCOS, chronic Lyme disease, IBS, gastritis, acid reflux, severe migraines, chronic fatigue, hormone imbalances, severe brain fog, and neurological symptoms that became so severe that I struggled to speak clearly. My bloodwork even showed that I was perimenopausal before the age of 30. Read more>>
Matthew Zelenin
Originally from Bloomington, IN, I started my musical journey studying classical piano. I competed on an international stage and earned the chance to perform at Carnegie Hall at the age of 11. As a teenager I was then introduced to the world of jazz, and I began to fall in love with the rhythms as well as the improvisational aspects of the music. Read more>>
Spank Communication
Spank Communication is an Austin-based rock band. We blend fusion and indie sounds, leaving space to arrive on euphoric jams. Spank Communication is: Casey Cunningham on guitar and vocals, Alex Canterbury on keyboards and vocals, Dawson Steele on bass and vocals, and Braeden Shoyer on drums. Alex and Casey met nearly two years ago and quickly recognized a shared passion. Read more>>
Blasia Esposito
Two years ago I struggled with a lot of digestive issues. I was not able to enjoy coffee as much as I used to and wanted to find a solution. If I was feeling this way there were probably other people also feeling the same. Read more>>
Susy Ovalle
My journey has been shaped largely by my volunteer work as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. For many years, I’ve dedicated time to wherever there was a need, which has given me opportunities to grow personally, develop valuable skills, and connect with people from different backgrounds. In 2025, that volunteer work led me to Laredo, Texas. Read more>>
Prashant Patel
Growing up, I was always fascinated by cars and the pride that comes with taking care of something valuable. What started as a passion eventually became Elite Detail Pros. In the beginning, I was doing everything myself—learning, practicing, making mistakes, and constantly looking for ways to improve. Read more>>
Ender Martos
I’ve always believed that geometry isn’t cold; it is a map of the human heart, a way to make sense of a world that is constantly shifting beneath our feet. My story begins in Mérida, Venezuela, nestled in the embrace of the Andes mountains. Growing up in a beautifully diverse, blended family, I discovered drawing as a way to anchor myself. Read more>>
Gabriela Gonzalez
I am originally from San Antonio, born and raised. My family is from Puerto Rico. I found out I was pregnant with my oldest when I was 19, and shortly after her birth became a single mother. I welcomed my second daughter at 23 and ended up in a physically abusive marriage. Read more>>
Diane Mowery
I’ve loved art since I was young, but like many people, I set it aside for a period of time while focusing on work and other responsibilities. About fourteen years ago, a friend invited me to take a local art class, and that experience rekindled my love for painting. From that point on, art became a consistent part of my life. Read more>>
Vicente Cedillos
My photography journey has been anything but traditional. Before launching VC Photography, I spent nearly three decades serving in the military—first in the U.S. Navy and later in the Texas Army National Guard, where I retired as a Chief Warrant Officer 3. Throughout my military career, I held leadership and technical roles that required discipline, attention to detail, organization, and a commitment to excellence. Read more>>
Lauren Hua
Thank you for having me. My journey into the art world has been somewhat unconventional. Before becoming a professional artist, I spent many years working as a Registered Nurse. Creativity had always been a part of my life, participating in county fairs and winning several awards as well as filling several pocket sketchbooks. Read more>>
Marcos Guedea
I started lifting weights at 17 years old in my hometown of Sabinas, Coahuila, Mexico. Like many people, my initial motivation was simple: I wanted to improve my physique and feel more confident. What started as a personal goal quickly turned into a lifelong passion. In the beginning, I made every mistake possible. Read more>>
Monika Brinkmann
I’m a native Austinite, and movement has always been a big part of my life. I grew up dancing at Ballet Austin and on my high school drill team before moving to New York City to earn my BFA in Dance from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Read more>>
Alexa Henderson
Pantheon may have started as a business in 2022, but the story really began with a camera lens. Alexa was selling a lens on Facebook Marketplace when Pierre reached out. After asking what felt like a hundred questions about the specs, he convinced her of something unexpected: the lens was too good to sell. Instead, he suggested they go shoot together. Read more>>
Jonathan Scott
CTIS Remodeling was years in the making before it officially became a business. When Jonathan was just 18, he was helping a friend with small remodeling jobs—replacing carpet, making repairs, and working in homes around different neighborhoods. Read more>>
Dr. Jerry Doby PhD
Dr. Jerry Doby is an award-winning editor, researcher, and media executive known for bridging Hip Hop, entertainment, and business. As Editor-in-Chief of The Hype Magazine since 2012, he leads the editorial vision and digital transformation for one of the world’s most influential culture publications. A recipient of The President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, Dr. Read more>>
Shannon Mitchell
My father did saddle and repair when I was in high school. I wanted to chase boys and hang with my friends, but my father had other plans for me. He started me off braiding reins and other jobs around his shop. In my 20’s, I was on a rodeo team and he would travel with us to repair our tack on the spot. Read more>>
Kevin Gonzalez
Today, we find ourselves at a high point both professionally and personally. My wife and business partner has been instrumental in the development and growth of our clinic. Together, we are two of the three full-time treating clinicians at our small clinic, while also managing its day-to-day operations. Read more>>
Douglas Hindelang
I moved into the Sandy Harbor neighborhood outside Horseshoe Bay, Texas in 2013. It is a very close knit community consisting of about 110 residences around Lake LBJ. I became involved with the volunteer fire department in 2014 and became President of the Board in 2015. Read more>>
Charlotte Sunrise
My name is Charlotte Sunrise, and I am the founder of Sunrise Snacks, a Texas-based food company. Sunrise Snacks creates organic, gut-friendly, mineral-rich foods made for real nourishment, steady energy, digestion, and everyday vitality. Read more>>
April Barnard
I’ve always been an entrepreneur at heart. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to own and operate several businesses, including a construction company with my dad, a candle shop, and a hosting and web design company. Each experience taught me something different about business ownership, customer service, marketing, and the challenges entrepreneurs face every day. Read more>>
David Wienecke
I have always loved the arts. All forms, really. Growing up in a family of athletes and musicians made music a very obvious choice as to which fine art genre I would pursue. While I was very talented musically, I have always had a deep admiration for visual artists, because I felt that they possessed a creativity and technical skillset that I did not. Read more>>
Divvya Seernani
Growing up, I was a pretty rambunctious kid. I was always getting in trouble for talking in class and not paying attention but my mom always said “Oh, she’ll be fine.“ She never said that as a way to ignore my behaviors but more so as a way to embrace who I was and let me be free to be whoever I want to be. Read more>>
Michelle Radice
It wasn’t one moment. It was a string of them, and each one took away a place I’d assumed my kids were safe. Robb Elementary in Uvalde broke something open. On May 24, 2022, those parents dropped their kids off that morning and never got them back. Read more>>
Selina Acosta-Amaya
My journey to opening Forma Fitness was deeply personal. After experiencing a very traumatic loss in 2020, I found myself navigating one of the most difficult seasons of my life. During that time, fitness became more than just a workout, it became a form of healing. It gave me a sense of strength, routine, and hope when I needed it most. Read more>>
Liz Wilcox
When Moe Taylor and his brother Joe saddled up Moes longhorn, Ben, riding with his brothers dog Dammit and Joe on a horse they began riding through Central Texas communities in the wake of COVID-19, They weren’t chasing fame or building a brand. They were doing what cowboys have always done — showing up for the people around them. Read more>>
Ana Julia Malheiros
I’m originally from Brazil, and I also lived in Argentina, so I’ve always had a very multicultural background. I think that shaped a lot of the way I see the world and connect with people. I came to the United States to pursue my Master’s in Business Analytics, and moving to Austin became a really important part of that chapter. Read more>>
Melody Ferguson
My story probably doesn’t look like the typical path into photography. Before I ever picked up a camera professionally, I was raising children, working hard to build a better life, and trying to figure out how to turn determination into opportunity. Read more>>
Kady Williams
My journey into healthcare began long before I ever put on a nursing badge. As a child, I was born with a hole in my heart. I experienced firsthand what it felt like to be scared, uncertain, and dependent on the compassion of healthcare professionals. That experience stayed with me and planted a deep desire to help others. Read more>>
Catarina Breithoff
I’ve always loved creating beautiful, functional spaces. I graduated from West Virginia University with a degree in Fashion Merchandising and Design and spent several years working in fashion, alterations, and retail. Throughout my career, I was constantly organizing inventory, creating systems, styling spaces, and helping people feel more confident in their surroundings. Read more>>
Don O’Neil
Luna Gardens grew out of a lifelong love for gardening and a deep desire to create something beautiful, open, and alive. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to plants, outdoor spaces, and the feeling that comes from being surrounded by nature. Read more>>
Art Hub ATX Art Hub ATX
Art Hub ATX began with a simple but meaningful purpose: to nurture the creative spirit that has always made Austin so special. In a city known for its artists, makers, musicians, and independent voices, we wanted to create a place where that energy could continue to live, grow, and be seen. Read more>>
Jonathan Shultz
My path into chiropractic was a little different than most. I grew up in Texas in a family rooted in the medical field—my father was a pharmacist and my mother was a nurse. But despite being surrounded by healthcare, I found myself struggling with my own health as a young adult. I was sedentary, overweight, inflamed, and disconnected from what my body was capable of. Read more>>
Daniel Trelenberg
I’ve always been an artist and I studied art in college. I decided to work in Design for a few years I was working there and I decided that I was not happy anymore. One day I got laid off and I just decided to start painting full-time and fast-forward five years. Read more>>
Shelby Tuffentsamer
In 2021, I was a fifth-grade teacher in Buda, Texas, creating TikToks as a way to unwind after challenging days in the classroom. What started as lighthearted videos about my three class pet guinea pigs quickly grew into something much bigger. My goal was simply to bring positivity to other teachers who were navigating the same struggles I was. Read more>>
Bella McClelland
Truthfully, I never exactly planned on tattooing, especially as a career. I was finishing my bachelor’s degree, fully expecting to end up in corporate advertising or marketing, dreading the 9-5 that felt inevitable. Read more>>
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