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.
Mazen Hasan
I like to say “strategically stumbling.” I always have a plan/strategy in everything I do, but at the end of the day, life is going to tear apart that initial plan and then it’s about how you navigate through it, that’s when it really starts. Nothing great ever has an easy path. Read more>>
Jhas Corbitt
Don’t regret choices you made because as you get older you’ll realize looking back on the past does nothing for you Read more>>
Destiny
I’m most proud of the things I’ve been building quietly… my discipline, my healing, my confidence, and my patience. I’ve been teaching myself to show up even on the days I didn’t feel like it, to let go of things that used to hurt me, to believe in myself without needing reassurance, and to wait without getting frustrated. It changed me. Read more>>
Sammy Deleon
I was 16, when my mother died from a brain aneurysm. Losing her left a hole in my heart. Her death spurred me to switch from being a young teen to music. To deal with grief, I turned to music and that turned into my life. I became an artist through her absence and I owe her for that. Read more>>
Maddie Coppel
Something outside of work that brings me joy is reading! I used to feel like reading was the last thing I wanted to do after a long day of writing and reading proofs, but it’s been a good escape lately. Read more>>
Mackenzie Skidmore
I love this question. I think the workaholic part of me has served its purpose. That part of me slowly started to vanish a few years ago when I met my now husband, Sam. He introduced me to living life and making memories and taking time for myself. Read more>>
Stephanie Singleton
Trust and loyalty these two values are priceless you can’t have one without the other. They both want to foundation of any solid relationship whether it’s family friend or business related. I protect them both at all costs Read more>>
Jacob Tegtman
Rather than seeking peace, in my experience, life is best lived from an emanating position of peace. That is, I develop an inner feeling of bliss each morning. That may sound like new-age bs. But imagine how it feels to work when you’re stressed. And then imagine it when you’ve had the best day of your life. Read more>>
Jill Jaracz
Usually I work from from home, but every couple of years, I get out to cover Olympic trials, go to different media events, and then cover the Olympics and Paralympics themselves. I love being able to go to work at a sports venue. There’s just an energy there that’s hard to replicate anywhere else. Read more>>
Melanie Bange
When I look at ohiogirl.travelingworld and content creation specifically, metrics and connection are key. But, truth be told…I think the unsung hero of content creation is the silent majority. Those people who see your content, but do not follow. Those viewers that know your name and your face, but do not want to acknowledge you. Maybe it is out of fear. Read more>>
Enas Lanham
I’ve had many moments when someone really listened to me, but the ones that mean the most happen here in our community. At Dublin Toy Emporium, I love taking the time to connect with families. Often, they share details about a child on the autism spectrum or a parent with Alzheimer’s so we can find toys or tools that support their abilities and needs. Read more>>
Anajd Dokaj
If immortality were real, I would dedicate myself to turning La Baia into a national brand and use the wealth it generates to pursue an unprecedented goal: eradicating worldwide poverty. I would do this by assembling top minds to develop solutions that protect our environment and people. Read more>>
Tabi Berkey (they/them)
When I tell people I’m a home organizer, they either get excited, or they don’t understand why people need this service – and many times, the latter say they would simply rent a dumpster and start over if they needed to. And that’s an option that works for some. But that’s also a costly and unsustainable option. Read more>>
Danny Russo
Most mornings start with a quick mental triage: clients, projects, team, and whatever fire popped up overnight. I’m usually up early—coffee in hand—doing a fast scan of emails, quotes, timelines, and site updates like I’m checking the runway before takeoff. If something’s off, I want to catch it early so the day doesn’t go sideways at 3 p.m. Read more>>
Christopher Summers
Right now, I’m really learning how to balance scaling my business while being present for my family. I recently became a dad, so everything I do has a new perspective to it. I’m focused on building iShine in a way that not only supports my clients but also creates stability and growth for my family. Read more>>
