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.
Pam Rivet
MBS | The Woman Beyond The Cape was born out of a deeply personal revelation that women of faith are carrying so much, every single day, and yet so little of what they wear reflects who they truly are on the inside. I’m Pam Rivet, and together with my co-founder, Mandi St.Germaine, we built MBS from a place of purpose. Read more>>
LISA BROOKS
We started in dog rescue about 20 years ago, volunteering at a local shelter. At the time, we just wanted to help—walking dogs, assisting where we could—but it didn’t take long to see how overwhelming the need really was. Over time, that initial volunteering turned into fostering, then networking, and eventually taking a more active role in saving dogs from high-risk situations. Read more>>
Jacob Neimeier
My story really starts in 2011 during my junior year at Purdue University, when I went on a student mission trip to Haiti — just one year after the devastating 2010 earthquake. Read more>>
Sav Dunlap
I spent over 20 years working in veterinary medicine as a veterinary receptionist and office manager, and for a long time, I never imagined myself owning a business in the wellness industry. Like many people, my path shifted after personal experiences changed the way I viewed health, recovery, and quality of life. Read more>>
Lorie Fangio
I began teaching cooking classes and writing about food more than 20 years ago, driven by a deep love of French food, wine, and the way meals bring people together. In those early years, I traveled to France as often as I could, soaking in everything — the markets, the cafés, the vineyards, the traditions around the table. Read more>>
Laura Martinez
My journey has been an evolution of blending science, psychology, spirituality, and healing into a path that felt deeply authentic to who I am. I originally began in the neuroscience field while in college after being recruited by a neuroscience professor to work in a research lab focused on addiction, behavior, and the brain. Read more>>
Sean Armstrong
Through many years involved in music since the age of 5, through school bands, drumline, choir, theater and just plain social life, I have always loved being involved in music. Either as a listener, a performer, a writer or just plainly as an enjoyer of the emotions and the feeling it has the power to hold on a person, it has always been my therapy. Read more>>
Steven Shipley
It all started with a simple passion for sneaker culture and a glaring gap in the DFW retail market. I noticed that Dallas sneakerheads were constantly hunting for rare, hard-to-find, and authentic drops, but lacked a localized store that truly understood their needs.I didn’t want to just open another corporate shoe chain; I wanted to build a cultural hub. Read more>>
Austin Kimbell
I grew up in Jackson, Georgia on 100 acres. Small town. Loved sports. Loved competing. I just wanted to make an impact and help people. In college, I remember thinking it was time to ‘get ahead.’ I didn’t know what that meant. I just knew I didn’t want to fall behind. Read more>>
Annaly Mawire
I grew up as a pastor’s kid, so faith was always around me, but it wasn’t until I personally went through a season of battling anxiety and depression that my relationship with God became real and deeply personal. In that season, I wasn’t just looking for answers, I was looking for healing, stability, and something solid to hold onto. Read more>>
Amanda Greehey
After my husband and I welcomed our son in 2013, I knew I wanted a career that would allow me to truly be present while raising him. Like many moms, I was trying to figure out how to balance motherhood with having a fulfilling career of my own. Read more>>
Steven Rodriguez
My journey as an artist didn’t begin in a gallery or art studio — it began with creativity always being part of who I was. Growing up, I was constantly drawn to art, color, design, and anything that allowed me to express emotion and ideas visually. Over time, that passion stayed with me, even while balancing work, family, and everyday life responsibilities. Read more>>
Liz Confiliano
North Texas Institute for Career Development was created as an extension of Goodwill North Central Texas’ mission to remove barriers to employment and help individuals build sustainable careers. Since 1949, Goodwill North Central Texas has provided job training, education and employment services across North Central Texas, and we recognized a growing need for accessible workforce development programs that directly connect people to in-demand careers. Read more>>
KB
I’m originally from Austin, Texas, but I moved to Dallas in 2014 looking for new opportunities and a fresh start. I got my start in entertainment in 2015 during the early days of podcasting, which opened the door to some incredible experiences and connections. Read more>>
Mark McDaniel
A Lake Highlands product, Mark McDaniel has been in the DFW are since 6th grade (go Wallace Wallabies!) His first job while in High School was fast food, so Mark has been around food his entire life. Read more>>
Mercedes Rangel
I started my journey in the beauty industry over 10 years ago with a passion for makeup and helping women feel confident during special moments in their lives. What began as a creative passion quickly turned into a career through hard work, dedication, and building strong relationships with my clients. Read more>>
Billie Blize
Bow Wow Billie’s wasn’t built out of a desire to just run a business; it was born out of a deep, personal mission to look out for the dogs who need a little extra grace. For many pets, a trip to the groomer can be an overwhelming, anxiety-inducing experience. Read more>>
Melissa Campbell
At Camp GrandPaws, our passion has always been rooted in a genuine love for animals. Our vision was to create a boutique-style dog daycare and boarding experience with limited capacity, allowing every dog to enjoy personalized care, comfortable play, and relaxed lounging in a cozy, home-like environment. Read more>>
Niharika Rajput
I am Niharika, Wildlife Artist and nature educator based in New Delhi , India. Read more>>
Giovan De Leon
I started detailing at 12 years old as a way to make money during the summer. it was a small side hustle but then it quickly turned into a real passion because I’ve always loved cars and enjoyed seeing the transformation after every detail. Read more>>
Lonice Stoker
I started off in corporate America at what I thought my dream job as an assistant buyer doing Eyelash Extensions as a side hustle after I would get home from my 8-5 job. I would take lash clients starting at 6pm working until 10pm and even 12am sometimes. Read more>>
Rosy Gaytan
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to emotion, art, storytelling, and the way photographs can preserve a feeling long after a moment has passed. I started photography over 12 years ago while raising my four boys, initially documenting everyday life and slowly falling in love with capturing people in an honest and meaningful way. Read more>>
Ryan Mason
I grew up in a family that valued hard work, integrity, faith, and treating people the right way. One of the biggest influences in my life was my grandfather, a World War II veteran who commanded an Army tank in the European theater during the war. Read more>>
Adamaris Padilla Alcala
Since I was a little girl, I’ve always loved clothing and fashion. Whenever my parents took me shopping, I would always walk out with new outfits. As I got older, my passion for fashion continued to grow. I loved keeping up with trends, putting together outfits, and posting my “outfit of the day” looks on Instagram. Read more>>
Za’Metria Froneberger
I started modeling shorty after Covid hit. I wanted to actually live and and not just be surviving I decided to do something that I love but also something that I’m scared of. Read more>>
Taylor Thomas
Growing up, I often felt overlooked, especially in how I was represented in photos. I have a hearing disability and a birthmark on the left side of my face, and for a long time, I internalized the idea that those parts of me needed to be hidden or “fixed” to be accepted. Read more>>
Laleh Nozari
I started drawing and painting at an early age and began to study in the area of painting since age fifteen. Because of my passion for painting and dedication to fine-art, I completed my doctorate in painting at Mimarsinan University in Istanbul, Turkey. During that time, I had the honor to work with well-known artists such as Nosratollah Moslemian, Devrim Erbil, and Tanju Demirc. Read more>>
Carol Pearson
If variety is the spice of life, my life has been very spicy! I have spent a third of my life in each of three locations: Chicago, Silicon Valley and Hawaii. Being a life long learner with natural curiosity, I study a variety of disciplines and place my focus on areas that interest me the most: science and art. Read more>>
Austin Tindle
I came to Dallas on a full academic scholarship at UTD for electrical engineering. During my senior year I got cast as Romeo in my first professional production. That’s when I decided to change majors and pursue acting. Read more>>
Chai Lee
My tattoo journey began with a tough but deeply formative apprenticeship in the heart of Denton. Soon after, COVID brought a lot of uncertainty and changed the landscape for everyone. When things reopened, I found a place in Dallas where I could truly grow into my work. Read more>>
Tiffany Evans
I’m Tiffany Evans, founder of Harmony Leadership Academy and 7th Harmony Place. My journey started from a very real place of healing, rebuilding, and searching for deeper purpose beyond survival mode, heartbreak, limitations, and life’s transitions. Over the years, I realized that true transformation is not just spiritual — it’s emotional, mental, financial, and personal as well. Read more>>
Paisely Torres
I’ve been a nurse since 2017 — I got my degree from UT Arlington and spent the first five years of my career in the ICU. After that, I transitioned into surgical services, working in pre-op and post-op. I loved caring for people, but after years in high-intensity clinical environments, I found myself burnt out and ready for something different. Read more>>
Lauren Harris
I’m Lauren Harris the Founder & Owner of Silky Radiance All-Natural Skincare, Established in 2016. I started this brand because I was tired of seeing skincare filled with harsh chemicals and ingredients that do more harm than good. Read more>>
Jana Spillers
I started as a bedside nurse and then sought continued education to become a nurse practitioner. My first pregnancy and breastfeeding experience pushed me to pursue training in lactation to better serve my patients. I also received certification as a car seat technician that expanded the education and services I was able to provide my patients’ families. Read more>>
Rob Logan
I’ve had a fascination with blacksmithing since I was a kid but never really thought of getting into it in my younger years. Just always wondered how someone could sculpt hot steel with just a hammer. In 2015 I caught an episode of Forged In Fire while on vacation and it got me to thinking I could do that. Read more>>
Darla Bostick
Darla is a Denton, TX resident with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Texas Tech University. She has been involved in the arts since that time as an art educator in IA, AZ, NM, MO, KS and TX. In her personal work she finds the greatest challenge and satisfaction in watercolor and photography. Read more>>
Jesse Jennings
I was born in Fort Worth and started in church at the age of 5 playing guitar. Like a lot of independent artists, it started small — local shows, learning what works, building a catalog of original songs, and trying to get a little better every time I stepped on stage. Read more>>
Destinee Miller
Since I began cosplaying in 2017 and creating content in 2020, I have built a diverse portfolio covering anime, cartoons, movies, video games, and original designs. I am deeply passionate about fandoms and fostering community among fellow enthusiasts. I enjoy inspiring others to express themselves through art and media as well Read more>>
Theresa Smith
I started because I wanted to plan fun and exciting birthday parties for my children. I would come up with unique and fun things like fear factor parties or scavenger hunts through the woods finding a certain item and having to collect so many to win a prize.. Read more>>
CK Capil
Started learning how to play the guitar when I was 15 back in the Philippines. Moved to the U.S in ’21, started trying to pursue music back in 2023. I use a loop pedal when I play live so I can do my own Guitar riffs, basslines, beats, and I sing and rap over it. Read more>>
sandra Labadia
My parents are both immigrants to the US from Bavaria; Germany and I grew up in the state of Connecticut. My life journey began after attending travel school and was recruited to work as a French reservationist translating for Amtrak and later, I worked later worked in as travel agent. Read more>>
Mallory Morgan & Marissa Hercules
We are sisters, Texas natives and co-founders of The Curly Spoon, a food and recipe blog we started in May 2021. Food has always been a big part of our lives, and over time, our love for cooking, baking, photography and creating brought us to the idea of starting something together. Read more>>
Sebastian Cosme
I’ve always been someone who enjoys building things and connecting with people. I moved to Oklahoma in 2006 and over the years worked in several industries, eventually becoming a petroleum landman. Read more>>
Jean Schapowal
As an art school grad I always thought my career would take me along the route of cartoonist or illustrator. But life had different plans. After starting a family I began to make my kids cakes and people would ask where I had gotten the cakes from. Once they found out I had done them, my little business was born. Read more>>
Dennette Berrios
I founded Elite Legal Consulting, LLC because after spending years working on both the mortgage servicer side and the law firm side of the default servicing industry, I realized there was a major disconnect between the two — and I understood both perspectives. Read more>>
Shane Roberts
Just about a year and a half ago I started my journey into smoking cigars. Through the time relaxing and detoxing life while enjoying a cigar, I found myself having interesting conversations with my wife while we would enjoy a cigar together. This sparked an idea about starting a podcast with her. Read more>>
Katherine Myers
I have two art degrees and work as both a tattoo artist and shop owner. I’m currently developing my own products and merchandise for Renaissance festivals, while also pursuing traditional oil painting and learning stained glass artistry. Alongside all of that, I’m navigating life as a new mother to my 5-month-old daughter and a stepmom to my 12-year-old stepdaughter. Read more>>
Azlynn Tanksleya
I am a first-generation business owner in my family. After the birth of my second daughter, I realized I no longer wanted to live paycheck to paycheck—I wanted to build something meaningful and create a legacy for my children. What began as a side hustle quickly became a passion and a calling. Read more>>
Ebonie Camille
I started my journey with a passion for storytelling, culture, and helping creatives and entrepreneurs bring their visions to life. Over the years, I’ve built my career at the intersection of media, branding, and business strategy, creating platforms and opportunities that spotlight talent while also educating people on the importance of ownership and protecting what they build. Read more>>
anna thompson and taylor knight
We are a multidisciplinary performance entity creating work at the intersection of dance, contemporary performance, electronic music, and bespoke technology. Co-artistic director taylor knight is a Dallas native and attended Booker T Washington High School for the Performing Arts (graduated in 2008). Read more>>
