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.
Mosunmola Rotimi
I was born and raised in Nigeria, where I built my career in marketing, communications, and entrepreneurship. Over the years, I had the opportunity to lead marketing and communications for growing organizations, develop franchise businesses, and help build ventures across industries, including healthcare. Those experiences shaped my passion for building brands, solving problems, and creating meaningful connections with people. Read more>>
Aerie B
My journey in the beauty industry began as a freelance makeup artist, taking on opportunities throughout Baltimore and even working behind the scenes at Baltimore Fashion Week and New York Fashion Week. Those experiences sparked my love for the artistry of beauty and inspired me to take the next step by earning my esthetician license in 2018. Read more>>
Paprika Princess
Well hello everyone im girlypop princess or paprika or juno whatever you wanna call me but i got started making music when i was 16-17 i used to try to pirate fl studio so i can save my projects but growing up making music i used to rap i used to sing i produced i screamed at the mic than once i graduated school i got into the baltimore scene a bit more and started making friends going out making memories performing around the city Read more>>
Ana María Anguesomo Nzang
I am a singer/songwriter, dancer, and content creator from Montgomery County, Maryland, by way of Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. I spent my formative years moving across three continents which forced me to adapt to new cultures. This shaped my worldview and continues to influence my art today. I’ve been a content creator since my early teens, using social media as an outlet to share my passions. Read more>>
Martin Gibson
I started in my mother’s house basement where there were coffee tables, and couches in the basement when I first started. I promised my mother if she allowed me to rent her basement that I would furnish her basement with new furniture when I decided to leave her basement. Read more>>
Danna Wimbush
My family is a little older so I use to help my mom prepare holiday meals. As she became older, I took over the family tradition. Holiday dinners became a thing at my house. Shortly thereafter, I decided to challenge myself and decided to start baking. It was basic cookies from scratch, pies, cakes and eventually cupcakes. Read more>>
Tineka Harmon
Some of the most meaningful dreams are born from life’s hardest moments. Ebony Grace Wellness began long before there was a business name, a logo, or an office. It began through seasons of adversity that taught me what it means to keep going when life feels uncertain. Those experiences didn’t define me, but they shaped my heart. Read more>>
Dadi Setiadi
My journey into music began back in Bandung, Indonesia, driven by a desire to push past conventional song structures and explore what the electric guitar could do when stripped down to its barest, rawest potential. HEUP! grew directly out of that curiosity. Read more>>
Joanne Rodriguez
My love for design began long before I realized it could become a career. I’ve always been fascinated by how thoughtfully designed spaces can influence the way people feel, live, and connect. Read more>>
Ron Evangelista
My name is Ronaldo Evangelista, and I’m a retired U.S. Air Force veteran and retired federal civil servant with a combined 32 years of service to our country. Before becoming a full-time intuitive, I spent my career working in military and government service, which taught me discipline, integrity, and the importance of serving others. Read more>>
Chavi Orlofsky
My journey into aesthetic medicine began way before the treatment room, it actually started with critical care. As a Georgetown University graduate and Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C), I started my career in the Cardiac Surgical ICU, where I learned that precision, attention to detail, and patient safety are everything. Read more>>
Renika Ramsey
My journey into healthcare wasn’t something I had planned. At the time, I was unemployed and searching for a new direction. I walked into a career school intending to learn more about becoming a pharmacy technician. After taking an aptitude assessment and talking with the admissions team, they suggested I consider medical billing and coding instead. Read more>>
Trelyn Moore
I began experimenting with photography in 2016, while simultaneously developing a clothing brand. My original thought was to lower costs by taking photos of the models that wore the clothes I made. What I didn’t realize was that this would be the discovery of a talent that I didn’t know I had. Read more>>
Dexter Brains
I always say my journey has been built on passion, persistence, and the willingness to keep learning. I started out with very little, just a camera, a love for storytelling, and a desire to create something meaningful. In the early days, I was doing everything myself: filming, editing, learning lighting, sound, and production through experience. Every project became another classroom. Read more>>
Whitney Ramirez
I’d been in transportation since I was 19. First New York City Transit Authority, then Maryland Transit Administration, and lastly the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. It was steady work, and by 36 I had a mortgage, a car, and a kitchen with big glass windows I’d bought with that secured paycheck. Then I quit. Read more>>
JUSTIN Brooks
My journey has been anything but traditional. I’ve always believed in working hard, serving others, and continuing to grow. For over a decade, I’ve worked as a Ramp Agent for Southwest Airlines, where I’ve learned the value of discipline, teamwork, and staying calm under pressure. Outside of my career, I’ve always had a passion for firearms, safety, and helping people protect themselves responsibly. Read more>>
Peace Enoch
I never planned to be in healthcare. I planned to be a doctor. Growing up, medicine felt like my calling. I was in science class, studying hard, chasing that dream. But the path closed. And instead of giving up, I pivoted to my other passion — business. Read more>>
Christina Jackson
I became a mother at 23, and like many women, I was trying to balance providing for my daughter while building a career and creating a better future. On paper, I was doing everything ‘right.’ I had previously earned my bachelor’s degree in finance and while my daughter was 4 months old I started pursuing my master’s degree. Read more>>
Camryn Mireault
After nearly a decade in real estate, I realized that almost every client needed guidance that went beyond buying or selling a home. Whether it was choosing the right paint color, deciding what furniture to keep, or understanding how to prepare their home for the market, there was always a need for design expertise and a clear plan. Read more>>
Dwayne Richardson
Somethang Delicious was inspired by a simple phrase my wife often said during the pandemic: “I don’t know, something delicious.” That became the name—and the vision—for my business. I started Somethang Delicious in 2023 with a passion for bringing people together through great food and genuine hospitality. Read more>>
Kevin Hsieh
Bao Bei is my way of putting my family’s cuisine on the map. Growing up, I was lucky enough to eat some of the most incredible authentic Taiwanese food made by my grandmas. As they got older and their health started to decline, I realized that if nobody learned these recipes, they could be lost forever. Read more>>
Nathaly Maestre
I’m a Venezuelan immigrant who has been living in the United States for five years. When I first arrived, I worked as a waitress at a restaurant in Gaithersburg. I often worked double shifts and long, demanding hours. I earned good money, but I had no social life and very little time to rest. Read more>>
Patricia Nyberg
I graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy the year 1978. I have worked as a pediatric occupational therapist with children from the first year of life into adulthood for 36 years. I evaluated and treated children with developmental dysabilities and children who require therapy folowing head injury and special surgeries. Read more>>
Michael Mackey
My name is Michael Mackey. I’m 45 on the 30th of this month. I have a 16-year-old son who is near perfect I am soon to be engaged to a wonderful Caribbean girl that has three beautiful daughters. We’ve got a great family. Read more>>
Jennifer Enfield
Theatre became my outlet and safe space at a very young age. I began my performance journey in the 5th grade musical as Annie in the musical, Annie. From there, I started taking voice lessons, attending workshops, summer camps, and joining my school theatre department(s). Once I reached college level, I didn’t stop performing. Read more>>
Dawn Raley
Copper Reins was born from two lifelong dreams coming together. I’ve always dreamed of owning something that was truly my own, something unique that reflected who I am and created meaningful experiences for others. Hospitality has always been at the heart of that dream. Read more>>
Yolanda Christensen
First I’d like to say thank you very much for this opportunity. I’m truly honored to share my story. My Journey with Benevolent Art LLC is deeply rooted in my lived experience as a caregiver for over 40 years and caregiving has been a central part of my life shaping not only who I am, but also, the purpose behind my stewardship. Read more>>
Karen Lewis
Below are separate blurbs pulled from our website – tiddlypomcards.com and online shop that should cover all the info. Karen Owner Card making has been my passion for 20 years. After a long and winding road, I get to share that passion alongside the love of my life. I handcraft every card — especially our Winnie the Pooh collection — with my whole heart. Read more>>
Katrina Adams
I started my career as a Massage Therapist 20 years ago and Esthetician about 19 years ago. I started doing Sugaring hair removal and loved it. I became an Hydrotherapist because I loved getting Colonics but didn’t want to drive 2 hours to get one. Read more>>
Larry Self
I graduated from Carroll County Career and Technology Center top of my class for Welding in 1998. I worked for a few local welding companies before enlisting in the Army in 2003. I Served in the Army 3rd ID for 8 years with 3 tours in Iraq. I am a Honorably discharged 100% disabled Veteran. Read more>>
Lindsay Downs
The story of The 3 Brushes, LLC began with an idea—to establish my own private practice rooted in my philosophy as an art therapist. I wanted the flexibility to care for my family, continue creating as an artist, and focus on supporting people navigating grief and loss. Read more>>
Adedoyin (Doyin) Abidoye
I have always had a passion for fashion and modeling. Like most girls I grew up watching ANTM and was so encapsulated by everything they did. I knew immediately that is what I wanted to do and the most authentic way I could express myself. Read more>>
Morgan Taylor
Morgan Taylor, a Virginia Beach native, is a married mother of three. She is creative director, producer, podcast host, influencer and in full-time ministry as an associate pastor. Morgan’s life took a turning point after her third child when she was diagnosed with postpartum depression (PPD) for the first time. Read more>>
Sophia Maroon
Hi, I’m Sophia. I make Dress It Up Dressing, a line of salad dressings available at retailers nationwide. I started the business in 2012 while raising young children in the wake of an unexpected divorce. Salad dressing wasn’t the plan, just keeping my children intact while navigating a new landscape and finding a way to support our family was the only goal. Read more>>
Steve Gale
Tiffanee & Co Bakery, first named Tiffanee’s, was established in 2011. Originally, the bakery was home based and was more of a hobby, as so many passions start. Once business began to pick up, and the concern about strangers knowing where she lived grew, she decided to put some thought into obtaining a store front. Read more>>
