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.
Robert (Rob) Dorchak
My name is Robert Dorchak Jr., though most people know me as Rob. I was born and raised in South Florida and have always enjoyed working with people. My early career included jobs in hospitality, customer service, and sales, experiences that taught me the value of relationships, communication, and serving others. Read more>>
Nicole Cendrowski
I’ve been exploring the world of craft beer since my early 20s and co-founded Fireforge Crafted Beer, a brewery, taproom and biergarden in downtown Greenville, SC, in 2018 with my husband, business partner (and Fireforge head brewer), Brian. While building a career in marketing communications and business development, I was curious about emerging beer styles, and classic styles from around the world. Read more>>
Jessica Rafferty
I started as a Suzuki student a little later than many—at age 9—but I immediately fell in love with the violin. By 8th grade, I had decided, “This is what I want to do.” Looking back, it feels a bit naïve, but that early certainty set me on the path I’m still following today. Read more>>
Devin Gray
I saw that the local leather shop in my town was hiring and I thought that I would try my hand. Thankfully, they said yes and I became the shop assistant where I learned the foundations of everything I know today. Read more>>
Rugmini Sreejith
Classical dance entered my life long before I was old enough to understand what a dream truly was. People often say we must “walk toward our dreams,” but in my case, I feel I unknowingly walked into mine from the age of four. Every small step I took eventually led me to the world of classical dance. Read more>>
Jen Molo
I was living in the mountains of Colorado and the winters were rough. I wanted a change and knew that I wanted to live close to the ocean on the East Coast. I started researching businesses for sale and came across Flamingo Porch. I didn’t really understand what a consignment store was as they don’t have these type of stores in Colorado. Read more>>
Taryn Weston
It all started in Augusta, Georgia-I was born and raised there. After eighteen years I graduated from the Academy of Richmond County and started working towards a liberal arts degree at Georgia Southern University. I’ve always had an affinity towards the water. Read more>>
Bryah Fluker
I started doing my own hair in 9th grade. I remember being in the bathroom for hours watching YouTube videos, pausing every few minutes trying to figure out how to braid or style my hair right. It definitely wasn’t perfect at first, but I kept practicing because I actually enjoyed it. After a while, my friends started asking me to do their hair too. Read more>>
Nathan Dalechek
My journey as a Wedding DJ began in my hometown in Southern Illinois, where I first stepped behind the DJ booth to help a family member with an event. At the time, I had no idea that one simple favor would spark a passion that would eventually shape my career. Read more>>
Mary Ritter
Oh my, it is a really long story. I retired several years ago to keep my first grandchild, which has been grand for sure. I now have two grandchildren. And that makes it even more special. However, I wasn’t totally ready to retire. In the professional world I worked in the HR field. I could, and have in the past, opened my own Staffing Company. Read more>>
Judith Puckett-Rinella
For much of my early career, I worked in New York City as a Director of Photography, collaborating with publications including The New York Times and Vanity Fair. Storytelling, atmosphere, beauty, and emotion were always at the center of my work — learning how spaces, light, and visual details could make people feel something lasting. Read more>>
Janet D. Marcelin
I have loved art for as long as I can remember. Growing up in Cuba, my grandparents used to take me to art and history museums, and those moments shaped me deeply. I think that’s where I first learned that art has the power to make people feel, remember, and connect. Read more>>
Rachel Fomby
I’ve always been passionate about caring for people and helping them feel their best. Before esthetics, I spent over a decade working in veterinary medicine in ER and internal medicine, which gave me a strong foundation in patient care, attention to detail, and the importance of creating trust and comfort during vulnerable moments. Read more>>
Ilana Williams
On Mother’s Day in 2024, my family lost our 16-year-old Australian Cattle Dog, Ash. She was my first baby – my husband and I adopted her the weekend we got engaged, and she moved across the country with us multiple times. Her passing wasn’t unexpected, but it was deeply disorienting. Read more>>
Neek Mason
My name is Neek Mason, and I’m the proud Owner & CEO of Makin’ Magic Network a growing entertainment network created with one vision in mind: giving both established celebrities and undiscovered talent a powerful platform to shine. Read more>>
Anukkah Laquette
My name is Anukkah Laquette, I’m from Darlington, South Carolina, and I am a Morris College Alum, I’m a dog mom to Sircey and the Godmother of Asha, Laylah and Prince. I’m a celebrity interviewer, author, CEO of Never Gave Denied, LLC, host and creator of Never Gave Denied Podcast. Read more>>
Kevin H. Crawford
Kevin H. Crawford (b. 1978) – Summerville, SC Kevin H. Crawford is a mostly self-taught oil painter whose work celebrates the atmosphere, light, and quiet poetry of the Lowcountry, along with other scenes that inspire him during his travels. Working primarily alla prima in his Summerville, SC home studio—and occasionally painting plein air—Kevin creates expressive landscapes that blend Impressionist and Tonalist influences. Robert C. Read more>>
Mina Roth
I was born and raised in Turkey to a Turkish mother and American father who funny enough didn’t listen to music. I started getting into songwriting at 8 years old but I didn’t start taking it seriously until around 12. It wasn’t something that felt optional. It was a necessity in processing everything I thought and felt. Read more>>
Tawanda R. Wilson
My journey started from a place of pain, silence, and survival. I grew up in a single-parent home and always desired a relationship with my father. At 13 years old, I finally had the opportunity to spend time with him, believing I was entering a safe space. Instead, I experienced sexual abuse at the hands of the person I trusted most. Read more>>
