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.
Jordan Patterson
One day in 2021 I happened to be doing some Spring cleaning and decided to detail my own car. I bought a couple of supplies from local stores and got to it. I don’t know what came over me but I suddenly got the idea of creating my own side hustle out of it. I’ve always had an entrepreneurial mind. Even in elementary school I was selling home-baked brownies and candy and in high school I was determined to create my own clothing brand (which I also own). Read More>>
Aneta Sproles
I decided to start my non profit organization with the goal to help others as that is my passion. I kept working hard on ideas and finally launched my organization 1 year ago and we are making amazing progress Read More>>
Joy Jones
My passion for pastries started when I was a young girl making cakes with my grandmother. I was always in the kitchen with her baking something or asking her what are we baking today? As I got older I wanted to continue my passion so I enrolled into Le Cordon Bleu for the Patisserie and Baking Program back in 2011. Graduate as a Pastry Chef October 2012. After I graduated, I started my home bakery business making cakes. My heart would be so happy just watching others enjoy what I made for them. Read More>>
Kyara Ofuani Esq.
I grew up in Janesville, WI, a small town with few students of color. This lack of diversity was often highlighted, and I frequently faced racial bias. My abilities were often overshadowed by stereotypes, with decisions based more on my race than on my skills. However, my mother’s wisdom—“If no one gives you a lane, you’ll sometimes just have to make one for yourself”—inspired me to take action. Together, we founded Sisters Empowering Sisters and Brothers Reaching Out, two organizations that welcomed diversity and demanded change through education. These programs provided mentorship, financial assistance, and counseling for students of color, creating a positive, inclusive environment in Janesville’s schools. Read More>>
Madison Fay
I received a job as Keller Williams City Views Marketing Coordinator where I learned a ton of skills when it came to marketing while I was finishing my degree my Senior year. While I was at this job, a company reached out to me asking if I did freelance social media on the side – I was stunned because I ran my personal socials but never anyone else’s. Read More>>
Blanca Medina
With a lot of prayer and continued support by my husband I found a room for rent within my budget. I took that tremendous leap of faith and signed my lease. It was so hard to accept that it was the Lords work that i was meant to find that room listing (ON FB MARKET)! Like who even looks on marketplace for something like that. Lol I remember ugly crying to my husband that i didn’t want to leave the spa by being selfish because i felt like i needed to do more. But he encouraged me to trust what God placed in my heart and to keep my eyes on Him and he would continue to guide me as he always had. Read More>>
Jasmine Sadry
My journey began in the world of sports broadcasting over 20 years ago, where I honed my skills as a reporter and host, navigating the fast-paced environment of live radio and television. Over the years, my passion for storytelling and connecting with audiences led me to explore new avenues, including podcasting. Read More>>
Dami Dare
Growing up in Nigeria, I was always a bit different. While other kids were playing outside, I was solving math problems and entering competitions. I come from a family of entrepreneurs, so the idea of creating value was instilled in me early on. Little did I know how much that would shape my future. Read More>>
Voces Verbi Texas
We are a Catholic Young Adult Group that is based from the Institute of the Incarnate Word (IVE), a religious order founded in Argentina with the mission and charism to evangelize through the culture. Voces Verbi was first created 10 years ago in Italy by Fr. Andres Bonello after he realized that there was a need for young adult formation in the church. Voces Verbi was then created as a series of formation weeks and seasons where young adults had the opportunity to learn more about the faith to the apologetic level. Read More>>
Gianna Agudelo, Mph
I started my fitness professional journey 10 years ago during undergrad when I was disappointed with the quality of a Zumba class I attended at my school. After taking the class I knew I was able to deliver a more enjoyable experience and so I first got certified to teach Zumba. I’m Colombian and since Zumba was created by Colombians, I felt like it was only right to do! I really enjoy bringing the energy and good vibes when teaching, it’s truly one of my passions Read More>>
Sarah Drawert
My friend was a realtor in Atlanta and told me that if I updated the home, it would be worth so much more, especially in that school district. So I took a personal leave of absence from my job at Deloitte and began the process of updating the home with all the latest design choices that buyers want, as advised by my realtor friend. I spent $85K and my completely refreshed childhood home got an offer for $323K! I was able to use the money to pay off what my Mom owed, and move her to my home in Dallas, where she received the latest cancer treatments at Southwest Medical Center and lived 18 more months. Now I’ve spent the last 3 years helping others like my Mom to increase the value of their homes through strategic and affordable cosmetic renovations. Read More>>
Diana Goellner
My passion for helping others has always been constant. My struggles have been being consistent and finding a program that I know helps others. There is a time and season for everything, for the last 10 years I have focused on my children and teaching. Because of that what I love to do sat on the back burner. Now the season has shifted allowing me to spend more time doing what I am called to do. Read More>>
Jajuan Baker
I think the only time that I have ever had a problem with YouTubing was with editing. In my older videos that were priviated, my mom did all the editing. I privated them because they were from 5 years ago. I mean who wants to watch a video about a 5 year old playing soccer. My point is I had to be the one editing, I couldn’t just rely on my mom to do all the work forever. At first, I had no idea what app to use. Read More>>
Sheila Hunt
The ethos of M7:7 Designs is inspired by the biblical verse, “Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you” (Matthew 7:7). This represents our belief in the power of persistence and the importance of forging meaningful connections with our clients. Through my journey, I aim to create not just beautiful spaces, but also lasting relationships founded on trust and creativity. Read More>>
Oniel Thomas
My name is Oniel “Don” Thomas, Born and raised in Portmore Jamaica. As a youth, I was always in the kitchen with my mom while she cooked. I’d watch as she talked me through the importance of adding love to everything you prepared. I learned the ingredients to most of her recipes as I would run to the market for her to collect them. My mom is one of the best cooks I know. I learned from her. As I got older she would watch me prepare meals for our family. Read More>>
Pancho Pizza
My recently retired Army vet father, who has always had a passion for cooking, suggested we turn this into a business together. He was enthusiastic about my idea of becoming a pop-up pizza maker, so we jumped in. We began by participating in a local church event, which was a valuable learning experience. Despite having no prior kitchen experience, I was eager to learn and embrace this new challenge. Read More>>
Meg Mescher
After graduating from the University of Virginia, I started my career as a Bone Marrow Transplant / Oncology Nurse at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Hospital in Chicago, IL. As I observed the technological innovation coming into the hospital, it became clear that my greatest potential would be realized by combining my love of medicine with my curiosity around medical innovation. After A LOT of NOs- I went on to enjoy a successful career managing and selling robots for Intuitive Surgical, Mako Surgical, Mazor Robotics and Neocis. Read More>>
Tess Spurrell
In may of 2023 my husband and I got married. We went on our honeymoon to Costa Rica for over a week and when I returned I knew I did not want to go back to my 9-5 job. I had worked in family law on and off for the past several years. I was ready to make my own schedule and have a job that was rewarding and stress free! We came up with the business idea shortly after returning and Neon Snow FTW was established July 2023. Read More>>
Caressa Walker
Creating the caressa.walker/imperfectwoman brand has been such a blessing to my life but by in no way has it been easy. There are days where I question if I want to continue to show your life authentically or if it is time to throw in the towel. But what keeps me going is the true community of women I’ve created connections with via social media and being able to be a positive voice in a world that can be so negative. Read More>>
Anna Dolmany
Hello my name is Anna and I am 29 years old, I was born and raised in Hungary and moved to the states when I was 10. I lived in Florida till I graduated from high school and once I graduated I joined the Marine Corps and I spent 5 amazing years in it in North Carolina. I was a Direct Air Support Coordinator while I was serving from the Marines I moved to Texas with my husband and started my academic career. I got my AA from Weatherford College and my Bachelors from Texas Christian University. Read More>>
Diana Zalaquett
My current focus is on empowering others, particularly through my work with Career in the USA, where I help aspiring immigrants and young adults navigate the challenges of starting a career in the United States. In addition, I’ve been preparing for major industry events like INBOUND, where I’m actively coordinating efforts to ensure our sales and customer success teams are well-prepared and aligned. Read More>>
Keshia Brown-Northern
Keshia’s Room started because of my passion and love of doing hair right in my bedroom as a young girl. My mother, Anita Brown-Washington was my inspiration and motivator in developing my talent because she herself was a cosmetologist. Today, I’ve come a long way in transforming Keshia’s room into a hair salon. It started with a vision to create a space where clients could feel comfortable and pampered, right in the heart of my salon. I meticulously planned the layout, ensuring that every detail, from the lighting to the seating, would enhance the client experience. Read More>>
Clara Cavalli-Chiappardi
I attended Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut, and graduated Magna Cum Laude with Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts. I have a graphic design and marketing background. I married my late husband, Paolo Cavalli in 2003 and in 2006 we moved to Texas for Paolo’s engineering career. During that time, we had a vision to open a Neapolitan Pizzeria. We were at the time living in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. In January of 2008, we opened the first Neapolitan Pizzeria, Cavalli Pizza in Irving. TX. After only 6 months of being opened, we were named Best Pizza in Dallas by D Magazine. Read More>>
Uzma & Wafaa Wedding Wonders
Starting with small, local weddings, our dedication to detail and commitment to making every event special quickly earned us a reputation for excellence. Today, Wedding Wonders is known for blending modern elegance with traditional beauty, creating unforgettable memories for couples. Read More>>
Yasir Qadhi
What began as a personal quest that was aimed to be a short stint transformed into a life-long passion and career. I spent the next ten years in Saudi Arabia, eventually returning to America to complete a PhD from Yale in Islamic Studies. I took up a teaching position in Memphis, TN for another decade, before deciding to return to Texas full time, opting for the great city of Dallas. This is my sixth year here, and it’s been great! Read More>>
Nadely Abdalla
In high school, I was fortunate to attend a program that offered medical assistant certification. I began taking the prerequisite courses at 14 and, at 16, became the youngest person ever certified in my program. Just a week into the summer of my junior year, I started working as a medical assistant in a pediatric office. This hands-on experience was invaluable, as I quickly learned the significant difference between textbook knowledge and real-world application, especially when working with children. Read More>>
Zoe Huynh
During the ceremony, I can see how profound the love between parents and children really is, revealed through the careful steps and traditions. The tea ceremony also offers us, as children, a chance to show our respect and gratitude for everything our parents have done—their hard work and sacrifices, which we often don’t express as openly in everyday life. It’s like, in that moment, they realize that their child has truly grown up and matured. Otherwise, they tend to think of us as their little kids forever! Read More>>
Sama Mohammad
It all started when we first moved here from Chicago and one day I and my husband were craving for Papparoti. Upon looking up we realized there isn’t one around, that combined with my passion for baking and desserts is the result, the first Papparoti in Texas was opened, along with my brother Shoaib who also moved here with us. Read More>>
Victor Jaramillo
I had little time to decide what I wanted to do, and that is where I decided to start my own travel business. I found an niche opportunity in the sports travel and entertainment world and launched my services catering to people from Mexico that dreams about coming to the US to watch professional sports. I think it has a lot of potential and look forward to grow the business more. Read More>>
Alexandria Linton
I started in the medical sales space when I was 22 year old. I was finishing my undergraduate degree at Arizona State University at the time and took a marketing internship with regenerative aesthetic company. Knowing nothing about medical sales, I decided to fully submerge myself in being a sponge within the organization so I could further my career. After completing my 8-week internship program and graduating, I decided to interview for an inside sales position within the same organization and ended up accepting the offer. Read More>>
Brianna Pineda
Although the beauty industry seemed like a no brainer for a career, I thought I would be more successful by going into the medical field. So I graduated high school as a Certified Medical Assistant. I got a peek into the medical world and just didn’t feel fulfilled. Once I realized that, I decided to purse what I really loved, which was hair, makeup and all things beauty!! I enrolled into Cosmetology school and became licensed after 18 months. Then I enrolled into a Dallas makeup school and became certified. Read More>>
Dalybeth Christine
As a certified Spiritual Life Coach, I incorporate tools such as Past life regressions, psychic mediumship, tarot/oracle cards, angel therapy, spirit guides, fairies, and Ho’oponopono to help you live in alignment with your Soul’s purpose and manifest your dreams. I am able to connect to higher Divine guidance for clarity into what is needed for healing in order to live a life of fulfillment, freedom, abundance, joy, and connection. I’ve dedicated my life to the service of sharing the messages of Love and Spirit. Read More>>
Chrystal Baeza
We began our journey by creating a comic as a family when COVID-19 started. This project led us to participate in several pop-up events, where we connected with our audience and gained traction. We’ve since published a second comic, expanding our creative work. In addition to our comic endeavors, we are expanded into a streetwear brand known for its edgy and innovative designs, including graphic tees and accessories that help people express their unique style. Read More>>
Adriana Jackson
I had to think outside the box and venture to new dreams and goals. Then DACA happen and that open new doors for those goals of mine. However life got in the way and those dreams where put on pause until my children were born. They are my daily motivation. Wanting to create generational wealth for them, so they wouldn’t experience the struggles I faced inspired ImprintsxJackson. I thank God for allowing this. My family and everyone in my life for always supporting me. Read More>>
Isabelle Rangel
I was so proud of myself and excited for my new journey. I started working at a salon to gain experience but also confidence behind the chair. I learned so much just being around so much talent. The girls that taught me so much will forever hold a special place in my heart. I now am a business owner to “styledxbelle LLC” for a year now. I am so grateful for this being my career. I love what i get to do. But also what I get to do for so many girls Read More>>
Bronjelyn Montgomery
I started doing hair as a kid. I always did friends, family, & my own hair. My first love was dance believe it or not. Once I made it to college, I kept changing my major. My dream of being a choreographer was shot down by a family member. She told me that dancers didn’t make money and that I should consider a career in the medical field. Read More>>
Sierra Brown
I grew up in rural West Virginia. 1 of just a handful of Black people that lived in my town. The oldest of 5 children being raised by a single father. I experienced a lot of trauma as a kid; racism, abuse, neglect. And it turned me into an adult that searching… hungry for something, anything. Attention, approval, love… anything. My entire life I tried my best to fill it with basketball and I was able to get a full ride to college. But… Read More>>
