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.
Victoria Pina
My name is Victoria Piña, I was born in Lubbock, Texas and raised in a small town called, Slaton, Tx. I am a First Gen Latina, who now lives in San Antonio, Tx. Growing up in a small town and lower class, you quickly realize what you lack. Read more>>
Justin Thorne
My journey with photography started with my upbringing as child being surrounded by the art that my parents would collect and showcase around our house. In our home we had anywhere from canvas paintings, bronze statues, and imported pieces, if it was a type of fine art, it existed somewhere in our house. Read more>>
Kinkel Rowan
As an only child, I spent a lot of time entertaining myself. I’d sit in my room drawing while listening to Austin radio stations like KLBJ and K98. Drawing wasn’t just a hobby—it was my escape. It allowed me to create any world I wanted, and from an early age I knew I wanted to be an artist. Read more>>
Heather King
How did all of this come about? Well… if we’re being honest, it came out of destruction. I had just given birth and was being consistently tortured by a relationship. After finally getting out of that situation, a woman gave me things to do to keep my mind busy. She could see the old damage being uncovered by the new damage. Read more>>
Omar Pena
We got started about 4 years ago going on 5. Started off when my wife Lys moved over to the USA from Brazil when we got married. We began by taking on small events and shadowing other friends who were working weddings already. Little by little our name came and we started getting asked to cover events on our own. Read more>>
Karla Hernandez
I started Poderosa from my kitchen table with a passion for creating handmade polymer clay earrings and a dream of building something that reflected my culture and creativity. What began as a small side business quickly grew because of the incredible support from my community. Every order reminded me that people weren’t just buying jewelry, they were connecting with my story. Read more>>
Carolyn Roberts
I have always been Driven to Serve because I am Extremely Sensitive and an Emotional Empath which combined pointed me towards counseling even as an adolescent. Read more>>
Mario Lopez
Motivated by the 9/11 tragedy, Mario Lopez joined the U.S. Army in 2003. In 2005 he deployed to Iraq, and then again to Afghanistan in 2008. While on mission he was hit with an IED and was seriously injured. Read more>>
Yitzchak Pierson
My path into real estate was anything but traditional. I originally became interested in real estate investing, not sales. Around 2018, I reached a point where I knew I needed to completely change the direction of my life. Read more>>
Denny Danger
My journey has always been rooted in art. I originally studied graphic design and began building my creative career through fine art, illustration and design. During that time, I was creating paintings, developing tattoo inspired artwork, and designing for bands, merchandise, and promotional materials. Read more>>
Dana Alexa Borriello
The Circle came together incredibly fast. From the moment we had the idea to incorporating the business, building out the space, and opening our doors was less than 90 days. Looking back, it really felt like everything aligned at exactly the right time. Jason and I both had long careers in the entertainment industry long before we landed in Texas. Read more>>
Madeleine Garza
I started Green + Beauty because of my own skin, not because I set out to build a brand. I dealt with acne for years, and I went through the same cycle a lot of people know too well, trying product after product, most of them loaded with synthetic ingredients that either did nothing or made things worse. Read more>>
Alisha Manson
I retired from the Air Force in 2019. Suffering from complex post-traumatic stress (C-PTSD), I didn’t know what I needed, but I knew drastic changes were required. I was using alcohol to cope, and my mind and body were reaching the crux of being able to compensate. Read more>>
Keandria Washington
Grand Rising, World! Hello, everyone. My name is Keandria Washington. I was born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, and I currently reside in Dayton, Ohio, where I have lived for the past three and a half years. I am a proud mother of four amazing children, a first-generation college graduate, a wife, entrepreneur, herbalist, and wellness advocate. Read more>>
Rene Davis
When my wife, Mayra, and I started RMD Photo Booths in 2018, we literally built it from the ground up. Our very first booth was a DJ tripod, a DIY wooden box, a webcam, and a handful of Amazon props. We didn’t have investors or a big budget. We were just two people willing to work hard and figure it out. Read more>>
Regina Morales
Grew up in Geronimo, Texas with two artist uncles. Vicente and Pedro Loera. One was a painter the other an illustrator. Both very talented. I wouldn’t be where I’m at without them. Also special shout out to my mom, the legend known as Susie. She’s the hardest worker I know and has always supported me and helped me believe in myself. Read more>>
Chelsea Evans
I began my career in the nonprofit sector, where years of mission-driven work shaped my collaborative mindset and passion for serving others. During that time, I started designing and renovating my own homes—an experience that steadily evolved into working with clients and ultimately transitioning into full-time interior design. Read more>>
Steve Perez
So my name is Steve Perez Jr I am a entrepreneur from San Antonio tx. By day I am a blue collar worker and been doing that for 13 years. But in the weekeds we turn into Ching in lol. So I’ve started my brand Texas Bearded Cartel in late 2017-2018. Read more>>
Laura Montes
I’m a first-generation college graduate and Latina, born and raised in an underserved community. My journey has never followed a straight line, but it has always been centered on serving others and creating meaningful connections. I’ve worked in healthcare since 1998, beginning my career as a medical assistant before earning both my Associate and Bachelor’s degrees in Nursing. Read more>>
Jaime Monzon
I was originally hired by the SA Current as their web designer/editor back in 2010. I was in quite a few local bands at that time and focused all my free time on that. I wasn’t really that big into photography at the time, but I did love taking photos on my iPhone alot. Read more>>
Luz Serreli
I started drawing in a high-school class in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico; that is where my passion for drawing and the world of visual art began. Later, I pursued a degree in Architecture at the University of Monterrey. Read more>>
Kat Silva
It all started when Matt Barnett, the owner, bought the ranch in 2015 and he wasn’t really sure what to do at first. He then ran a leadership camp, and it did so good but having people to work out here was a bit hard. Read more>>
Alexis Michelle Foote
My story has definitely not been a straight line. In fact, I think most of the things that ultimately shaped my career happened long before I ever considered becoming a therapist. I grew up in an environment where trust and emotional safety weren’t always a given. Read more>>
Fernando Jr. Mercado
My journey with JRFC started long before the academy ever had a name. Soccer has been a major part of my life since I was young, and through the game I was blessed with opportunities I never imagined. I spent 10 years playing professionally across different countries, including Italy, Spain, Mexico, and Central America. Read more>>
Janaya Felder
Some of my earliest memories are in our family kitchen in Greece. I remember watching the neighborhood yai-yais teach us how to make things like spanakopita and gnocchi, and was fascinated by the way good food brought everyone together. When we moved back to the U.S., I was still too young to do much on my own. Read more>>
Felicia Niño
I am a proud Mexican American Air Force brat, born at Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio, with quite an ever-changing childhood. It wasn’t always easy to adjust to new schools, new friends, and new cultures, but my experiences shaped me into a resilient, adaptable, and deeply compassionate woman. Read more>>
Angelina Elle Melendez
My story has never been a straight line, but it has always led me back to creating something meaningful. I officially started my professional photography journey in 2021 while I was active duty and stationed in Hawaii. At the time, I was drawn to the way a portrait could preserve not just how someone looked, but who they were in a particular season of life. Read more>>
SHARON Perkins
I suppose you could say my story began as a teen, when I discovered a love for live music. Read more>>
