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.
Susan Nefzger
I’ve always been a writer, starting in college, as an English major. Living a dual life of having to make a living and following my inspiration, has finally– at mid life resulted in my ability to spend time doing so. I’ve been a PR pro for many years and I began writing on a personal level later in life while attending a writing retreat in Glastonbury, England. Durig the 90’s, I began a quest to discover what I felt was missing. Read more>>
Lauren Chapman
I actually started out as an artist. I chose to study what I loved in college, art, and decided I would figure out the rest later. Art was the one thing that always felt like home to me. People had a lot of opinions about that choice, and some of it was pretty hard to hear, but I stayed true to myself despite the criticism. Read more>>
Virginia Tran
My balloon business began with a simple passion for making my children’s celebrations special. As their parties grew, so did my love for creating beautiful balloon décor that transformed every event. What started at home became a business dedicated to elevating occasions with stunning, memorable designs. I take pride in delivering high-quality, creative balloon setups that make every celebration feel extraordinary. Read more>>
IRYNA BABYCH
My creative journey began in 2022, when I became involved in social and community projects organized by the All-Ukrainian Trade Union of the National Police of Ukraine. I wasn’t just participating — I was helping to lead and organize initiatives that supported people during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Read more>>
Keri Campbell Seay
I grew up in Charleston. My father raised me with the kind of steady love that shaped every part of my life. He taught me to work hard, show up for people, and make something meaningful out of whatever life hands you. My path never followed a straight line. Read more>>
Dr. Travien L. Capers
I grew up in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, in Hampton County – a little town called Varnville. My parents raised my sister and me in the church, and we were both musicians. I knew the call early on in my life. I began preaching at 19 and stepped into pastoring at 25. Read more>>
Tori Buck
My passion for photography began at a very young age, with my first viewfinder camera at the age of five. By sixth grade, I had persuaded my shop teacher to let me transform a janitorial closet into a darkroom. Read more>>
Larsyn Cross
After receiving my Master’s Degree in Health, Exercise and Sport Science, I knew fitness was a path I was created to pursue. At first it was a parttime gig that quickly transitioned to full time in 2018 when we moved to Colorado and I opened a bootcamp franchise in our new town. Owning a business allowed my passion for helping others through fitness flourish! Read more>>
Micaela Elrod
I’ve called Charleston, South Carolina home for the past eighteen years, since moving here in 2007 with my family from the upstate. I’ve always craved time outdoors, even before being introduced to the beautiful marshes of the Lowcountry. Although my surroundings changed from crawdads and rippling brooks to estuaries and oysters, my desire to spend most of my waking hours in the sun hadn’t changed. Read more>>
Douglas Hall
I started martial arts 30+ years ago as a sophomore in high school. It was summer, we had just moved, I didn’t know anyone yet, and my mom knew I needed something to do to meet people and burn energy. I’d been asking to try martial arts for a year or two and she found a school down the street for me to try. Read more>>
Ashley Macon
I knew I wanted to be in the helping field from a young age, I was just never sure in what capacity. While in college, I explored the field of occupational therapy through volunteering and internships. I quickly came to realize that it was the relationship part of the job that meant the most to me. Read more>>
Aset August
I didn’t choose this holistic path… it chose me the moment my body broke down and nobody could tell me why. Back in the military, I was handed a thick self-diagnosis handbook with over 400 pages of preventive medicine and home remedies. At the time, I didn’t know that little book would become the foundation of my life’s purpose. Read more>>
Brett Gash
I began my DJ career in 1978 at Monmouth College in NJ as an on-air personality. After graduation, i began doing public and private events. I had one turntable, a box of 45 records and a radio shack speaker. My mom worked at a school and she had me DJ their dances. I graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice. Read more>>
Michelle Worthington
Standpipe Antiques: A Family Tradition of Timeless Treasures Founded in 2018, Standpipe Antiques has quickly become a beloved destination for antique enthusiasts in the Belton and Anderson area. What began as a family’s passion for antiquing has grown into a thriving business dedicated to preserving history, celebrating craftsmanship, and connecting people with unique pieces that tell a story. Read more>>
Janet Wilkinson
Jane and I had previously worked together at another job, after a few years we both moved on, but remained friends. Read more>>
Gary Finnan
Arriving in Aiken ten years ago from Sonoma County, California, I was struck by the emerging community and the opportunity to bring social and professional influences to Aiken. My aim was to create a ‘Social Hub’ where lifestyle-based activities could merge with business and entertainment on the developing East Side of Aiken. Imagine the butcher, the baker, the candlestick maker, all in one place. Read more>>
Max Quinlan
I did my very first theatre production when I was just 4 years old. I was fortunate enough to be born into a family who loved and appreciated the arts. Theatre was something my entire family did together and the theatrical community truly raised me into the person and artist I am today. Read more>>
Charissa Gaberdiel
I’m living a dream I never thought would come true. I fell in love with helping people through massage therapy and now have 17 years of experience. I’ve worked at luxury spas and medical offices of neurologists, sports medicine and chiropractors. Each place was fulfilling but was missing something. Read more>>
Brian Lucier
I began my career of entrepreneurship in China. My first venture was creating and administering a summer basketball camp. I recruited NCAA basketball players to travel to China, coach a summer camp, and travel the country. In some cases, they were even allowed to use this experience as credit towards their degrees. Read more>>
Steph Miller
I’ve been an artist my entire life. It’s all I ever really pursued (aside from motherhood). When I graduated from high school I immediately enrolled in college to pursue a degree in Studio Art, but at this time I also began enquiring at local tattoo shops about apprenticeships. Read more>>
Lauren Woodward
I grew up in North Myrtle Beach, and I love it here; it’s always been ‘home’. After high school, I spent about 12 years moving around between Columbia, SC, New Orleans, LA, and Concord, NC. When I had my first child, I knew I needed to be back at the beach so my kids could grow up near family. Read more>>
Seveidra Theodore
I guess I’m what you would call a serial entrepreneur, a few of my hats are Project Specialist in the banking industry, South Carolina Notary, Tax Preparer, Licensed Insurance Agent, and most recently a Licensed Nail Technician. I’ve alway been a person that once I completed one goal I was ready to move to the next and thus the hats accumulated. Read more>>
Boyos Burgers
I’ve always had a natural pull toward the kitchen. After working a handful of jobs in the industry, I realized I wanted to build something of my own—with and for my family. The Boyos, my sons, have been my kitchen sidekicks for as long as they could hold a spatula. With steady encouragement from my wife, Catherine, we took the leap. Read more>>
LaSaundria Walker
I’ve always been someone who wonders about people. Even as a kid, I would notice strangers on the street or classmates who seemed withdrawn and find myself thinking, What happened in their lives? How did they get here? That curiosity was less about judging and more about wanting to understand the stories behind people’s eyes. As I got older, that instinct only grew. Read more>>
Keshia Colleton
MMM FiT Club was established in February 2018, inspired by a vision I had in June 2017. I sought a safe, inclusive space where my children and I could work out and connect with like-minded women focused on motherhood, professional growth, and wellness. When I couldn’t find such a community, I created one. Read more>>
Dennis Doroslovac
I was introduced to the outdoor living and construction world before I was even old enough to drive. As a teenager working for my uncle’s landscaping business, I learned the fundamentals—how to design, how to build, how to solve problems with my hands, and how to turn raw space into something meaningful. As I grew, my interests and experiences widened far beyond landscaping. Read more>>
Elizabeth Mitchell
I’m from New Orleans, LA and grew up with an appreciation for dining out and celebrations! I knew from an early age that I wanted to work in the food and beverage industry and have never deviated from that path. Read more>>
