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.
Randella Duh
My career has been built around creativity, fashion, beauty, and the ability to transform a vision into something unforgettable. I began as a platform artist for TONI&GUY, where I developed my skills as a hairstylist and learned to create bold, editorial looks in front of an audience. Read more>>
Jake Watts
I moved to Nashville after graduating college to pursue music, with the idea that I’d also go to law school. Like so many people who end up here, life had other plans. While working at a restaurant, writing songs, and chasing a career as an artist, I unexpectedly fell into the world of investment real estate. What started as a business became another creative outlet. Read more>>
Gregory Brand Jr
I currently serve as one half of the remaining ‘Legendary Noize Crew’ as an on-air personality on the Radio Free Nashville live program called ‘Noize in da City.’ The show is an indie/unsigned/eclectic music show dedicated to giving Nashville and the surrounding areas access to good music, new music and artists they may not have heard of. Read more>>
Nick Vallese
I have lived the lives of ten men and a boy, but that’s not what’s important right now. What’s most pressing is that I’ve been sent forward in time to save show business. “Forward in time?” you say, feverishly. “Don’t you mean back in time?” To this, I say— you sound crazy right now. There is obviously no show business in the future. Read more>>
Miriam Speyer
I’ve been active as a multi-medium creative my entire life. For the first part of my life, visual art was the primary outlet. I was always drawing and painting. Then, when I was 22 years old I started teaching myself how to play guitar and writing songs. Music quickly became the center of my entire life. Read more>>
Jordan Noel
Sound & Vision. My artistic drive always comes back to the alchemical combination of these two elements. Visual art – drawing, painting, collage – was an early obsession but didn’t intersect with my deep love of music until I was in middle school. In 7th grade, I began creating album covers for an imaginary music group, cringily called Those Darn Pigeons. Read more>>
Shane Hutton
We started Billboard4Me back in 2019 to help the public get on billboards for their special occasions at a reasonable price by partnering with billboard companies. We started off slow to see how the general public would respond, and it did really well. When COVID hit in 2020 and kids were homeschooled, Billboard4Me really took off for graduation time. Read more>>
Kiana Orellana
Hi! My name is Kiana Orellana and I’m the owner of 503 Girls. Back in 2025 I found the idea of opening a food business with my mother. What made me have this idea was because years prior I would randomly start posting our traditional food named “pupusas” on my social media platforms whenever she would make them at home or family gatherings. Read more>>
Eleanor Lopez
I am an agriculturist, plant health scientist, science communicator, and advocate for resilient food systems. My work sits at the intersection of science, agriculture, community, and social justice, guided by a simple belief: everyone deserves access to healthy, safe, and affordable food. Read more>>
Jordan Moed
Before Crashline Studios was even a thing, I was just another kid who loved music and wanted to pursue it as far as it would take me. From playing guitar and touring in rock bands to spending every day working on my songwriting craft, music was everything to me. I wanted nothing more than to write, record, and perform music at a very high level. Read more>>
Eve Gomez
My story really began long before I ever became an entrepreneur, media personality, speaker, or advocate. I was born in Mexico and came to the United States at seven years old. Like many immigrant children, I found myself navigating two languages and two cultures at a very young age. Read more>>
Serenity Bolton
Silverware Soul really started with two things: a desire to finish something I had started much later in life, and a need to find a creative way to help make it happen. I didn’t even start my college education until I was in my mid-40s, and earning my Master’s degree was incredibly important to me. Read more>>
Victor Oquendo
I am originally from North Philadelphia, I was raised by my grandmother, my mother died when I was 12 years old. When I was 12 my grandmother bought me a cheap Casio keyboard that I begged her for, we were poor and didn’t have much money but my grandmother made it saved up and made it happen (the keyboard was $100). Read more>>
Vian Izak
My name is Vian Izak. I’m an artist/producer who writes songs that say you matter in a world that says you don’t. I’ve contributed to hundreds of songs for my own artist project along with other artists songs which have led to hundreds of millions of streams online. Music has always been my way to connect with others and make sense of the world. Read more>>
Magaidh Dunbroch
My story is probably a little less straightforward than most. I spent five years in the military, which taught me a lot about discipline, resilience, and how to function when everything around you is a complete mess. After that, I went into Information Technology. It made sense on paper. Read more>>
Austin “aGhawk” Hawkins
I discovered my passion for music at 18, following the loss of one of my best friends from childhood, who died by suicide, and my mentor, Gilda York, who tragically passed away after being struck by a drunk driver. Read more>>
Airica Puckett
My journey began long before I ever considered myself a lifestyle influencer. I trained as a dental hygienist and helped build and operate the dental practice my husband and I own. At the same time, I was raising our three children, creating a home, and expressing my creativity through fashion, decorating, cooking, entertaining, and the traditions that make everyday life meaningful. Read more>>
Keosha Thomas
My journey began at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), where I earned my bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications. It was at MTSU that I discovered how my strengths and talents intersected across journalism, storytelling, the arts and fashion. During college, I immersed myself in opportunities that allowed me to develop both professionally and creatively. Read more>>
Karl Braun
I grew up in Nashville and studied classical guitar at Blair School of Music with John Johns. In 1976 I went to Eckerd College in St. Pete, FL and graduated with a creative writing degree and continued my study of classical guitar. Read more>>
Chelsea Sulkey
I’ve been singing for as long as I could talk and performing for as long as I could walk. From writing songs and “plays” at five years old to entering every talent competition my dad could find in the newspaper, performing was always where I felt most at home. Growing up with three highly competitive athlete brothers only fueled that drive. Read more>>
Kristin Petrony
At 38, I was 20 pounds heavier than I wanted to be, exhausted, and honestly falling apart. I was a mom and a public school math teacher, and life was hectic. Then I found out the extra weight around my stomach was putting me at high risk for heart disease. Read more>>
Daniel Aycock
I moved to Nashville 6 years ago for school and have stayed and been making a living doing music full time. Read more>>
Carissa Scott
Years ago when I was working a 9-5, my close friend asked if I’d like to accompany her on wedding days to carry her bags, which turned into using her back up camera, which turned into second shooting for her. What started out as just a fun time on the weekends turned into a desire to do this myself. Read more>>
Matt VanFossen
Matt VanFossen is a country singer, songwriter, and recording artist from Ohio who has spent years building a dedicated fan base through live performances, original music, and a genuine connection with his audience. Read more>>
Abby Sholar Lampton
I started photography when I was just a teenager and never expected for it to take me where I am today. I began with photographing seniors and families, and that eventually turned into luxury weddings and brand photography. At some point in my career journey, I discovered my love for working with businesses to create the brand of their dreams. Read more>>
Claressa
I grew up in a musical family so music was in my veins since I was a kid. I was in my first band and 20 and then moved to nyc where I played in jazz clubs and bars around there. I found my way to Nashville to perfect my songwriting. I’ve met some really amazing people along the way. Read more>>
Heidel Dubé
I am one of the rare people who has always wanted to do the same thing my whole life. I knew since the first time I watch project runway that I was meant to be a designer. The road to that path has been tumultuous and overwhelming. I hit a ton of roadblocks, mostly in my early 20s. Read more>>
Ashlee Williss
I started my career in music as a singer-songwriter when I was 15. I dedicated everything to pursuing that dream—writing and recording music, performing, and working toward getting my big break. Read more>>
Carolous Ghobrial
It started with our own wedding. When my wife and I were planning, we knew we wanted a seating chart. We’d been to weddings both ways. At the ones without a chart, things got awkward fast. We’d end up seated next to complete strangers, and at a couple of them we couldn’t find seats at all because some wedding crashers had shown up. Read more>>
Jinexa Linares
I arrived in the United States in 2021, directly in Nashville, Tennessee. I never imagined that one day I would be sitting here writing these words to share a little bit of my story. That year was filled with emotions, changes, uncertainty, and many challenges. Moving to a new country was not easy, especially because my primary language is Spanish. Read more>>
Eric Douglas
I answered my call to preach in 2001, by 2004 I was pastoring my first church in Dickson,Tn. Although I knew I had the call to pastor, it was nothing I wanted to do. I would rather work in ministry without the pastoral responsibilities and the mental and emotional pain that it came with. Read more>>
Nicholas Corleto
Heritage Road Spirits really started with a simple idea: build a bourbon brand that stood for taking your own path. My co-founder, Dan Swanson, and I began developing the concept in 2023. We both liked the idea of creating something that felt authentic and personal rather than just putting another whiskey bottle on a shelf. Read more>>
Madison McDonald
Nashville Edelweiss Gemeinschaft (Nashville German Club) is a group of people in middle Tennessee and beyond with an affinity for German-American culture and traditions. No need to claim German heritage to join: your interest and camaraderie is more than enough! Read more>>
Lacy Clark
As a mom of three boys, a bonus boy mom, and a grandma, I know first-hand how important it is to feel confident, comfortable, and covered—especially when juggling the beautiful chaos of family life. That’s why I created Steven Lacy Swimwear, a swimsuit company dedicated to empowering women, moms, and anyone looking to embrace their unique beauty. Read more>>
Cathryn Alexa Brekken
I am a third generation equestrian with both my grandma and mom riding their whole lives. I begged for riding lessons as a child and I got to take my first lesson for my 8 year old birthday. I have been hooked ever since! I gained a depth of education and passion for horse care through the United States Pony Club. Read more>>
Kelsey Aucoin
9 years ago I moved to Nashville to pursue a career in the beauty industry. I started as a receptionist at a local salon with hopes that I would make the right connections and branch out on my own. In 2019 I began offering mobile spray tanning, hair styling, and makeup. Read more>>
Meghan Pulles
In a sonic realm where depth meets tenderness, Nashville-based heart-weaver, siren + songsmith Meghan Pulles creates music with a healing mission. A classically trained singer and lifelong drama kid, Meghan began her musical journey at 12, later spending a decade in New York City, where she deepened her roots as a songwriter and artist. Read more>>
