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Highlighting Local Gems

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.

Joshua Shockley

Absolutely. We want future brides and grooms to see the real us. Their fur baby is in our hands and you can’t trust a stranger with that responsibility. This is why we offer free meet and greets before every wedding to ensure parents and pets see how much care we put into our job. Plus, animals can always tell when you’re lying! Read more>>

Jamean Flowers

Suffering taught me resilience, humility, and unwavering faith. It showed me how to keep moving forward without validation, resources, or guarantees and how to lead with integrity even when no one is watching. Success can reward effort but suffering builds character. It taught me patience, discernment, and how to trust God and myself in seasons where the outcome wasn’t clear. Read more>>

Teresa Rose

To appreciate the little things. Never take anything for granted but never be afraid to do without. All things pass. Good things, bad things. They are all temporary. We need the dark to appreciate the light. The bad times to appreciate the good. So in short, I guess perseverance and appreciation. Read more>>

Say Say

Rejection. I think the anxiety behind the word no is terrifying, but what I learned is that the worst thing someone can say is no but if I never try or ask then how would I know ? It’s taught me resilience. If I got turned how I’d just find another way until I couldn’t Read more>>

Dani Gorin

Drawing and painting are definitely things that make me lose track of time. Often before I start in on a new piece, I’ll build up some anxiety and dread around it. Read more>>

Danicìa Tare

A part of me that has served its purpose and must be released now is saying ‘Yes,’ to others but ‘NO,’ to myself. We are all deserving. Read more>>

Lindsay Zahner

It might sound cliché, but any day I get to work with a client feels like that. I genuinely love celebrating wins with them, problem-solving together, and being part of their support system. When my partner overhears my coaching calls, he always comments on how much excitement and real passion he hears in my voice. Read more>>

Sean Shannon

The biggest misunderstanding is that my brand is just about fashion or clothing. SeanMadeIt is really about storytelling and transformation — turning everyday materials and experiences into something meaningful and wearable. People often see the finished product but don’t realize how much thought, craftsmanship, and purpose goes into each design. Read more>>

Sakiesha Phillips

I am learning right now is put myself first and love on me Read more>>

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