Over the past decade we have had the chance to learn about so many incredible folks from a wide range of industries and backgrounds and our highlighter series is designed to give us an opportunity to go deeper into their stories with to goal of understanding them, their thought process, how their values formed and the foundations of their stories. Check out some incredible folks below – many of whom you may have read about already and a few new names as well.
Olivia Carroll
I can say, without a doubt, I am doing what I was born to do. Throughout my life, I have been drawn to art and creativity. I deeply value the uniqueness of every individual and the meaningful bonds that connect people at every stage of life. Read more>>
Jaka Mayberry
Never stop shooting for the stars— there will be many obstacles that you will encounter but if you just hold on a little longer and redirect your faith in God you will overcome everything you think you can’t do! You are resilient and ambitious! There is nothing that you cannot do! Read more>>
Debbie Adams
My early life is so different from what I am now because I believe God was molding and preparing me for what He had planned for my future. I believe God was preparing me as I was growing up because even then I wrote small stories from my imagination. Read more>>
Jodi Mason
I get up, start coffee, feed my cats, and then I spend time with God. I have a small devotional, pray over my prayer list, and write in my journal. I have found that these few moments I take really help me through my day. Read more>>
Katelyn Hill
Hi everyone! So fun to be back and a part of this special series. My first 90 minutes of the day looks a bit different since last time we chatted. I have two boys now! We added a second baby boy to our crew. Read more>>
Malik Abdel Rahman
In 2022, my cousin passed away, he was more like a brother to me. to this day I don’t think I’ve ever been closer with someone the way Gdog and I were. I had never experienced grief on the level before so it really hit me hard. I was lost and lost all motivation to better my life. Read more>>
Nicholle Craig
That Nicholle genuinely loved people and wanted them to win!! That Nicholle also told you that time is winding up and to give God your Yes so that Heaven is your destination.. That Nicholle felt like everyone has a gift/talent and her goal was to help others realize it. Read more>>
Cort Dingman
I just want to be remembered for creating genuine art that inspires people, and for being a person who cares deeply about those around me, art, and the fostering of community. Read more>>
Lexi Stark
Lately the art of creating and performing has made me find myself again. Those words have never rang more true in this season of my life. Read more>>
David Tobin
Integrity most definitely. I just completed a one year program at RLMO. learning how to live my life with integrity in everything I do. I’ve also learned how to be a spiritual leader for my children. How to be a good father to my 4 beautiful daughters. How to live sober and free from addictions. Read more>>
Tiffany Ford
I stopped hiding my pain the moment I realized my marriage wasn’t going to heal from silence. For a long time, I tried to hold everything together quietly. The disappointments, the miscommunication, the emotional distance, the moments where I felt unseen, even in the same room with the person I loved. Read more>>
Austin Lane
I’m always chasing goals. I try to set goals for myself. Whether they’re big or small I try to set goals, that way I’m always striving to better myself. I’m currently chasing the dream to become a success artist/songwriter. It’s something I’m very passionate about. Read more>>
Catchfire
Both of these answers can contain vast wisdom and infinite depth. Music can definitely form bonds between people, especially when they are together experiencing a life-changing live show, and that is what we provide through the medium of Catchfire. When communication breaks down and people stop making the effort to understand one another, the bonds can begin to sever. Read more>>
Dylan Roberts
I think at all levels of photography imposter syndrome is really prevalent. No matter what skill level you may be at, there will always be someone with more experience or a different style than you. I think creatives tend to get really stuck in their own work, which can make us question our creative style sometimes. Read more>>
Stefani Morton
The relationship that most shaped how I see myself is the one I’ve rebuilt with my own soul. I think a lot of women, especially over 50, reach a point where the roles we’ve played for decades start to shift. We’ve spent years caring for children, partners, pets, careers, and communities. Somewhere in all that giving, we lose a piece of ourselves. Read more>>
Hannah Shelton
This isn’t the earliest memory I have but certainly a very impactful one. I was driving home from a trip when I noticed a doe had been struck by a car. My mood immediately deflated and I TRIED to cheer up by thinking of the very much alive doe I saw earlier that day safe in the woods. I kept driving. Read more>>
Sophia Joelle
My earliest memory of feeling powerful was the first time I played a song I had written for people, and they truly enjoyed it. It felt powerful to create something that others could relate to and remember. Read more>>
Bobby Blevins
I’ve had the opportunity to mentor a lot of young people who have wanted to do drone work. The person I admire most is Daniel Magee who runs Flyby-Video. Daniel is the only person I have mentored who has actually made a drone business work. All my of students have found jobs outside of media production and moved on. Read more>>
