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.
Mysty Robbins
I’ve been in the beauty industry for nearly a decade, and my journey began in the world of makeup, working on set productions, musical theatre, weddings, and portrait sessions. Those early experiences helped me fall in love with the way beauty can transform not just someone’s look, but their confidence and energy. Read more>>
Gracie Gecy
I was born and raised in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, and I’ve always had a deep appreciation for the sense of community and connection that defines this area. Growing up here, I saw firsthand how important homeownership is — not just as a financial milestone, but as part of building strong, lasting roots. That perspective naturally drew me toward the mortgage and lending industry. Read more>>
Chloe Zmolek
I have a degree in science and played Division I soccer in college, but my career took an unexpected turn when I started working in pizza in Charleston — and completely fell in love with it. When I moved to Bluffton, SC, I knew I wanted to create something of my own. I had a vision and worked endlessly to make it happen. Read more>>
Greg Kearney
My name is Greg Kearney. I was born and raised in Statesboro, Georgia. I attended Georgia Southern University and got a degree in Marketing but, as a musician, I always had dreams of playing guitar professionally. After college, I moved to Athens to pursue music and did that for a living for several years. I also developed several bad habits along the way. Read more>>
Gwendolyn Martin
I’m walking in my purpose, full of love and inspiration. My footsteps are guided, calculated, intentional, and authentic to my goal on this journey to BECOMING the best ME I can be. After 25 years as an educator, I chose faith over fear, submitted my resignation, and began this entrepreneurial journey. Yes, it was difficult, frightening, and risky, but I did it anyway. Read more>>
Tasha O’Neal
Being a sales representative with Verizon Wireless for over 10 years, I could have never imagined moving across the country, let alone opening a restaurant. Read more>>
Natalee Dowdle
There are three things in my life that I was born passionate about; photography, animals and motherhood. Ever since I can remember I was always walking around with a camera in my hand, a baby(doll) on my hip and taking photos of everything I could. I have always had such a burning love for these things that it has truly shaped who I am. Read more>>
David Camp
I started scratching my shipmates in the Navy in the late ’90s but quickly realized I needed someone to show how to do it. So I stopped tattooing (scratching). Once I got out of the Navy in 1999 I went to SCAD and got a degree in computer animation. Read more>>
Laura Taylor
I started Pura Coastal less than a year ago with a simple vision, to create something joyful, meaningful, and connected to the laid-back beauty of the Lowcountry. I wanted to offer women an opportunity to come together, have fun, and shop coastal-inspired apparel and accessories that reflect the easy, breezy lifestyle we’re so lucky to enjoy here. Read more>>
Neysha Perez
It’s been a difficult time since I’m not 100% bilingual. I’m a mother and I was often left alone as a military wife who deploys frequently. But that didn’t stop me at all. Always positive and confident. Read more>>
Mary Beth Paulk
Growing up I always had a love/passion for food, whether that was cooking or eating (lol)! I enjoyed spending time in the kitchen starting at a young age. From baking at my Grandmother’s House, Rice Krispy Treats and Brownies were our specialty, or preparing gourmet lunches of Kraft Mac & Cheese and Chicken Nuggets for my baby brother while babysitting during Summers off from school. Read more>>
