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.
Shannon Pratten
I’ve been a NICU Registered Nurse for over 20 years and an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) for more than a decade. My journey really began long before that — through my own experiences as a mother. I had three unmedicated water births, two of them at home, and breastfed all three of my children until the age of four. Read more>>
Christy Sanborn
I started out as a young girl in the suburbs of Philadelphia. I always knew I was infatuated with people and their stories. I loved listening to adults talk when I was a child, hearing about their problems and quietly trying to figure out solutions to them in my mind. I was raised by my Italian grandmother, who loved me unconditionally. Read more>>
Frances Nazario
My name is Frances Nazario, I am originally from Puerto Rico, where I was a cosmetologist since 2002. In 2007 I decided to move to Savannah Georgia with my 3 year old daughter at the time. Read more>>
Calli Smart
Absolutely! Growing up, I had always been a bit different from other kids. For starters I’m an only child with no family close in age – So I grew up having more adult influence and mannerisms that confused other children my age when I was around them. Read more>>
Andrea Hattler Bramson
The Full Spectrum Studio starts as a result of a gap in services for the community of individual with disabilities, specifically artists. Andrea Hattler Bramson and Judy Russell both have daughters with disabilities who enjoy and appreciate the chance to express themselves creatively. Read more>>
Jamie Finley- Scriven
I started my journey in skincare at the height of COVID, during a time when the world and my life felt completely uncertain. I was working at a local car dealership where employees weren’t valued, and we were often treated as if we were replaceable. Deep down, I knew I wanted more. Read more>>
Destiny Mojica-Taylor
I’ve loved telling stories and bringing ideas to life for as long as I can remember. I was that kid who went all in on an idea, whether it was ‘suing’ my grandparents for TV time (I literally mailed them a subpoena) or helping my best friend launch her rap career in high school. Read more>>
Pilar Lopez
WELCOME Hi there! I’m Maria del Pilar Lopez, and I call Colombia’s stunning Coffee Axis home. Nestled between mountains, hot springs, and charming towns, it’s a place of true beauty that inspires me daily. After earning degrees in Industrial Engineering Technology and Business Administration, I embarked on a new adventure and moved to Bluffton, South Carolina. Read more>>
Mike Fox
I started working as a part-time kayak guide when working as a teacher in Beaufort, North Carolina. I moved to SC and continued guiding, now in the low country. I purchased my business about six years ago. Read more>>
Laura Shofroth
Laura Shofroth, — Certified Herbalist, Certified Life Coach, Holistic Health & Wellness Consultant, Author, Speaker The Miracle of You My story began 25 years ago, at just 33 years old, I was hitting rock bottom. I was caring for my terminally ill father, a chronically sick husband with Lyme, and trying to homeschool kids while maintaining a home. Read more>>
Kristina Owens
I started as a real estate agent on a team that ended up having an opening for a transaction coordinator. I took over that role and transitioned to transaction coordination only. Eventually I had a sphere of influence for transaction coordination and agents referring me to other agents. My business very quickly grew from the good word of my agents! Read more>>
Kevin Cuccinelli
I was deployed in Iraq, and one of my soldiers handed me ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad.’ After that, I started investing in real estate. It changed my way of thinking. I started out doing just about everything in residential real estate but did not systemize very well. Read more>>
Max Lautner
I am half-Thai and half-Hungarian and have lived in both countries, but spent most of the last 10 years in Sweden. I had always known I wanted to work in the creative field, but it was my pre-teens and early teen years that I knew I wanted to be an entertainer. Like many, I started doing comedy skits on YouTube. Read more>>
Deborah Black
Beaufort Massage & Bodywork is owned and operated by Deborah Black who is Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. I have been a licensed Massage Therapist for 22 years since graduating from Career Networks Institute Massage School in California, I moved to the Lowcountry in 2011 to join my husband who was stationed at MCAS Beaufort. Read more>>
Kalie Clark
I’ve always had a passion for helping people, so real estate felt like a natural fit. I started my career here on Hilton Head Island with Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty, and it’s been such a rewarding journey. I’ve learned how to blend the business side of real estate with the personal side. Read more>>
Tracy Fettinger
I’m Tracy Fettinger, a former public school educator turned plant-based lifestyle educator and author. I’m also certified in Plant-based Nutrition. But really, who cares about all that? It’s really more about MY personal STORY. I started just where you are. I grew up eating the standard American diet. I was “healthy” according to the food pyramid, but I was definitely not functioning optimally. Read more>>
Robbie Grantham
I picked up my first camera as a young kid making skits with my friends. As I grew, I became more and more interested in videography and video editing. After attending Georgia Southern University, I decided to go full time. I directed my first video in 2013, and have been steadily refining my style and craft since. Read more>>
Ann Wildes
The Blueberry Barn is owned and operated by Ann Wildes. I was a business education teacher for more than 17 years and worked extensively with middle and high school students through UGA Cooperative Extension and 4H programs for 14 years. After many years serving the youth of the local community, God gave me the drive and desire to start my own business. Read more>>
Megan Myrick
I’m a mom to two teenage boys, five dogs, married to a retired Army veteran, and a former first-grade teacher myself. When my youngest was born, my husband bought me my first ‘real’ camera simply because I wanted better pictures for my scrapbooks. I took a few online classes, and before long my friends began asking me to photograph their families. Read more>>
John Weber
My real estate journey. I started my real estate journey in 1985, living in Washington, D.C. I was selling general brokerage real estate and met several people who were selling real estate in a planned gated community in Williamsburg, Virginia. Read more>>
Carolina King
In 2022, life changed fast. I was a stay at home with my baby, and trying to figure out what was next. Candles became my little escape, with my husband we would light up every room. I loved the calm they brought to our home and how they made ordinary moments feel special. Read more>>
Larry Mark
Born and raised in Beaufort, SC, one of 4 children born to Ernest and Rose Mark. My parents owned a furniture store in downtown Beaufort. After seeing how hard they worked and that they had to work even on Saturdays, when my friends’ parents were typically off, I decided early on that I didn’t want to be in the furniture business. Read more>>
Todd Veland
I earned my Master’s degree in History from the University of Alabama in Huntsville, forging a foundation for strategic thinking and historical perspective that has shaped my educational leadership. My journey in Georgia education began in Claxton, GA, with Evans County Schools. I dedicated approximately 12 fulfilling years to teaching before enthusiastically transitioning into administration. Read more>>
Vernon J Owens
I started making mixed tapes in college and began doing production about 8 years ago. I became professional about 5 yrs ago and started Ascend Productions. My main focus was Sync Licensing and then I began having the desire to work with other writing artist. My favorite genres are R&B, Hip Hop and Jazz.. Read more>>
Hollie Udvornocky
My passion for holistic health was born from my own journey of healing. My whole life, I struggled with digestive issues that came to a peek in my mid 30’s. Most days I felt depleted, inflamed & unwell. It seemed like everyday I had a new symptom. Read more>>
Gabriella Rivera
Hello, I’m Dr. Gabby! I have been an acupuncturist for the past 13 years and have worked in the integrative and functional medicine field for over 25 years. I absolutely love what I do! I am a lifelong learner and continue to grow and evolve in order to enrich my practice and provide the best care possible. I moved to Savannah during the 2020 pandemic. Read more>>
Melvin Campbell
We started a family owned tour business in 1996. Our desires were to introduce our culture to the world travelers that frequently arrived at Hilton Head. Then as today we traveled through our neighborhoods, highlighting the uniqueness of our West African based culture. Our story highlights the significant links of our diet, language, spiritually and more to our African ancestry.. Read more>>
Natasha Bing
With over 28 years of experience in Phlebotomy , I’ve dedicated my career to helping others with compassion, integrity, and excellence. My journey hasn’t been easy as a young mother raising two boys while navigating life after a divorce. I’ve learned the true meaning of perseverance and faith. Those challenges inspire me to create new opportunities for others seeking a fresh start. Read more>>
Riverside Tattoo Parlor
Riverside got started in 2016, we originally opened as a small shop in the Thunderbolt area. We were the first queer owned and operated shop in our area. Our goal is to provide a safe and welcoming space for artists and clients alike. In 2020, in the middle of Covid, we set our sights on Starland and moved our shop to Bull st. Read more>>
Jason Blackston
As we look ahead to 2026, we are filled with immense gratitude. This coming year will mark the 20th anniversary of Beaufort Dog. In 1999, I brought home a Christmas present for my girlfriend, Kelley Blackston—an adorable Golden Retriever puppy we named Abbey. Read more>>
Rachel Smith
I started Jaxe + Grace Boutique in 2016 when I noticed my town didn’t have a women’s clothing boutique for women of ALL ages, shapes + sizes. I wanted to provide a friendly boutique experience for women where they could come in and feel welcome as they are. I wanted them to feel confidence and the love of Jesus when they entered the store! Read more>>
Alyssa Hicks
I first started doing hair in 4th grade with natural hair services. In 7th grade, I began braiding. I became a licensed cosmetologist in 2014. Over the years I’ve built clientele in multiple locations. Today, I have my own salon in Hinesville, Ga. Read more>>
Hayley Black
My grandmother was a seamstress and some of my earliest memories are of picking out fabrics and patterns for myself and my Barbies. We would talk about how it would look, envision where I would be wearing the outfit, and she would magically make it happen. From that point on, I loved the art of dressing and had goals of incorporating this into my career. Read more>>
