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.
Laura Saucedo
You know that question every kid gets asked in kindergarten: ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ One of my answers was always, an artist. Read more>>
Natalia Hornsey
I’ve always loved helping people feel beautiful and confident, which is what first drew me to cosmetology. I knew early on that I wanted a career where I could be creative while making a real difference in people’s lives. What I didn’t know was how many obstacles I’d have to overcome to get where I am today. Read more>>
Davontea Scott
I’m Tay No Tee, an independent hip-hop artist born and raised in Austin, Texas. I’ve been making music since 2014, but my journey started long before I ever stepped into a studio. Growing up, life wasn’t always easy. Read more>>
Sammy Lam
Wanderlust Wine Co. began as both a personal journey and a desire to reimagine the traditional wine experience. My interest in wine was inspired by my late mother, Diana Cano. She loved wine but never had the opportunity or resources to explore it deeply. After losing her, I felt drawn to better understand something she had been passionate about. Read more>>
Lily Bohl
Hello! My name is Lily, and I first became interested in floral preservation and floral art after I married my partner in 2021. The bouquet from our wedding ceremony was absolutely gorgeous, and as I researched various methods for how I could hold on to it forever, I was drawn into the world of floral preservation, art, and design. Read more>>
Kev Dooley
That’s a long, sometimes sordid tale! But let’s focus on my life here in Austin. My partner and I both were offered jobs in Austin on the same day in mid 2019, so we packed up our lives in San Antonio and moved up the road a bit. Read more>>
Emanuela Dandres
Wooldotén is the name I gave to my small creative passion, through which I design and make handcrafted fashion jewelry. It is not my full-time job, but a hobby that has been part of my life since I was a child. I remember spending hours making necklaces with whatever materials I could find, and I still keep those very first creations. Read more>>
Tyler Randle
I went to cosmetology school at 19 because I was still a kid being asked to commit my life to what would become my longest relationship: my college debt. Hair felt like the easiest, most correct decision. Since then I’ve taught basically every aspect of hair to other stylists — and if you’re a stylist, you can find those videos on my social media. Read more>>
Kristin Catter
Hospitality has always been in my blood. My grandmother was known for throwing the most over-the-top themed parties for all of the officers and their wives when my grandfather was a Naval Officer in the Navy. Read more>>
Dejuana Shaw
I’ve been singing since I was 4 years old. Music has always been a part of my life. It wasn’t something I found later. It’s something I was born into. My grandad was a pastor and a quartet singer, and my granny sang and played the piano. They had two children, and somehow every grandchild ended up being musical. Read more>>
Elisa Avalos
It’s been such an amazing journey! My story really started back in Mexico City, where I grew up with a big heart for people and a real passion for business. I earned my Bachelor’s in Business Administration and later my Master’s in Marketing, which set the foundation for everything I do today. Read more>>
Monika Aguilar
Music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up in Havana, Cuba, where I discovered my love for performing at a very young age. I first stepped onto a stage when I was eight years old, and from that moment on, I knew music and entertainment would always be a part of who I am. Read more>>
Norah Levine
Visual creativity has been integral to my life for more than 30 years. It started in high school with a camera, led me to undergraduate school for photography, and eventually to a job at a custom photo lab in Santa Fe, NM. That environment gave me access to seeing how professionals created and worked, and was invaluable to shaping my next steps. Read more>>
GUSTAVO MARTINEZ
I was born and raised in Venezuela, where I earned a degree in Advertising and Public Relations and spent more than 16 years building a career in sales, marketing, and corporate communications. Like millions of other Venezuelans, I eventually faced the difficult decision to leave my country in search of safety, stability, and a better future for my family. Read more>>
Paul Secrest
I started DJ’ing while in High School in 1998 while living in Orange County, CA. I would perform for small house parties and local events before getting an internship at a Los Angeles radio station Star 98.7fm. From that internship I was able to quickly learn and understand the business of radio broadcasting in a major market. Read more>>
John Boitnott
I’ve been in media for almost 30 years now, starting out in broadcast — local TV and radio, including stints at ABC, NBC, and CBS affiliates like KPIX. Over time I moved into print and digital, and eventually built a career as a freelance journalist, writing for outlets like Entrepreneur, Inc., Fortune, Fast Company, and Business Insider. Read more>>
Jessica Stone Thompson
I launched a digital magazine in 2012, after spending my early career working in fashion and in various roles within premium and luxury retail. I wanted to explore digital media and innovation at the intersection of style and ran that magazine with a group of friends for several years. Read more>>
Andreanna Calhoun
My journey has been anything but conventional. I didn’t take a straight path to where I am today, and I believe that’s what makes my story so meaningful. I started my career bartending at Twin Peaks, where I had the opportunity to help open new store locations across the country. Read more>>
Sara Malek Barney
Before launching BANDD/DESIGN in 2017, I spent the first chapter of my career in the entertainment and sports industries, working with organizations like SXSW, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. While I loved the fast-paced, creative environment, I always knew I wanted to build something of my own. Read more>>
Sarah Evans
Calm Little Activities really grew from both my life as a mom of two and my background working with children. Before creating the books, I worked as an early childhood educator in Waldorf, Montessori, and farm school settings. Read more>>
Brandon Holley
I am the broker and owner of Holley Homes Realty in Austin, Texas. I work across South Austin, Buda, Kyle, and Bastrop, mostly with first-time buyers, new construction clients, and families relocating to Central Texas. I did not plan on any of this. Out of college, I was a field engineer in oil and gas. Read more>>
Lavonne LaPreze
My story is one of resilience, perseverance, and finding purpose through life’s unexpected turns. I proudly served in both the United States Air Force and the United States Army until I was medically discharged after being injured during my military service. Leaving the military was one of the biggest challenges of my life. Read more>>
Sherrie Smith
I was in the corporate world as a workers’ compensation risk and claims manager for 30 plus years. I became so burned out and was looking at what I could use my transferable skills to comfortably change over to. I was newly remarried and my husband was so supportive of whatever I was wanting to do……which was so new to me. Read more>>
kamaria herndon
Photography is one of those things that had to find me again. I have always been a creative – words were my preferred medium for a long time. As I got older, I realized that as much as I loved to write, it wasn’t always something I wanted to share with the world, and I longed for art that I could share. Read more>>
Bryn Bray
Eighteen Forty Two started because I couldn’t find game day accessories that reflected my personal style. Everything on the market felt loud or disposable, and I wanted something more elevated, timeless, and meaningful. I began designing my own pieces using a 3D printer, creating accessories inspired by beloved mascots and traditions that people could wear long after the game was over. Read more>>
Seth Jones
The brand was born when I was in college. It was my freshman year, and we were on Christmas break. Instead of focusing on the next semester, I took some time to sketch and really dream about what the brand could become. I’m a sneakerhead by trade, and my love for streetwear and sneakers really developed during my freshman year of high school. Read more>>
Celeste Vee
I’ve been a musician for as long as I can remember. I started violin lessons at four years old through the Suzuki method, and by the time I was twelve, I was already performing professionally. Read more>>
Katrina Gorman
I’d love to tell my story from when I realized art was a calling for me. For so long, I really didn’t know what I wanted to do. Art was something that was always there for me and a comfort. Since it came naturally, I didn’t see it as something special. Read more>>
Lisa Vargas
Dance has been part of my life for more than 20 years, and what started as a personal passion grew into a lifelong career and a way to serve my community. Along the way, I’ve had the opportunity to teach, perform, compete and travel internationally, but what has always meant the most to me is seeing the impact dance has on people’s lives. Read more>>
Amanda Marron
When I first started thinking about my career, I knew one thing for certain: I had a passion for helping people. I initially believed that path would lead me into pediatrics. However, as I grew into my internship, I realized I wasn’t equipped to handle the emotional toll that came with the work. So, I regrouped and asked my high school counselor for guidance. Read more>>
Julie Albertson
I am Chef Julie Albertson, owner and Chef at The Texas Pie Company. I started baking at a very young age, winning my first award at 12 at a County Fair. I started baking professionally at 23, opening my first bakery in Wimberley Texas 1986. Using my Grandmothers cherished recipes, I set out with a rolling pin and a dream. Read more>>
Cheryl Gallagher
I started my production company Gracie G Productions in Austin back in 1997. Read more>>
Kuki Bastos
I’m Kuki Bastos, a product designer, visual artist, and fine art photographer. My Austin story began in 2013, when I moved from Madrid to incorporate our start-up here, during a period when Spain was in the grip of a deep economic crisis. Read more>>
Anthony Ferraro
Movement and athletics have been a constant thread throughout my life. I grew up playing basketball and went on to play for my college team in Mexico, while also diving into running, general fitness, and yoga. After college, my interest in basketball naturally faded, but my desire to stay active didn’t. When I moved to Austin in 2000, I decided to become a runner. Read more>>
Anne Drane
I was born and raised in Kenya, where I grew up surrounded by remarkable women who worked tirelessly to support their families with very few opportunities. After earning a degree in Finance, I moved to the United States, but I couldn’t stop thinking about the talented artisans I had met back home. Read more>>
Mariel Garibay
I started designing and editing when I was around 14 years old. At the time, I ran fan accounts for artists I loved like Ariana Grande, Shawn Mendes, and a few YouTubers I was obsessed with. I spent hours teaching myself how to edit photos, design graphics, and make video edits just because I genuinely enjoyed it. Read more>>
Hollis Hammonds
I grew up in northern Kentucky, south of Cincinnati, Ohio. My parents loved music and sang in the church choir, so it is no surprise that I played the flute in junior high and sang in the choir in high school. Read more>>
Anna Christina
Let me start by saying Thank You for giving me the opportunity to share a little bit of my story with the people. I’ll make this short n sweet because I know we all have things to do today! Ever since I was a kid I’ve been infatuated with music. Read more>>
Grace Wise
I have been an artist my whole life. From an early age, I could always be found drawing, painting or creating something. As an adult, I was working in coffee shops and as a photographer. I always knew I wanted to work for myself in a creative field, but I had no idea what that would look like. Read more>>
Leslie Green
I’m Leslie Green—a personal trainer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Life Well Worth It. I grew up in Austin, Texas, and sports were always a big part of my life. I started as a gymnast before finding volleyball, which quickly became everything to me. It eventually took me to Trinity University in San Antonio. Read more>>
Rosalinda Luna
I served in the Army for 11 years, and when my husband and I reached a crossroads in our lives, we decided it was the right time for me to leave the military. He was still serving on active duty, and together we felt it was the best decision for our family. Read more>>
Adrian Gooden J
I grew up in a small town in north/east Texas called Corsicana. It was such a small town, but not too far from bigger places. Growing up there, I seemed to always be drawn to classic cars, trains and creating things. I can be seen in baby pictures holding camera film and disposable cameras. My parents always encouraged my creative ideas and aspirations. Read more>>
Reymundo G Hilburn
I’m 46 married 6 years, with my husband 12 years. Never liked social media till two fiends made me jump on and show my planners and sticker I use. 3 years I networked my ass off and have collaborated/affilitate or PR with some of the Big Planner companies in the community. Read more>>
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