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Oct 233 min read

Creative Experience Officer: Eli Winkelman and Her Craft Revolution

As the founder of CRAFT , a DIY craft studio, in Austin, Texas, Eli Winkelman embodies resilience and creativity, proving that everyone...

Sep 114 min read

From Rowing Coach to Business Owner: Chelsea Moore’s Journey of Seizing a Serendipitous Opportunity

In early 2013, Chelsea was juggling a lot: she was living in Austin, working full-time at Apple, and studying for her Master’s degree,...

Aug 124 min read

The Sweet Journey of Lori Schneider: Navigating Entrepreneurship, Adapting to Change, and Embracing Growth

In 2007, Lori Schneider launched The Cupcake Bar - the nation's first interactive cupcake bar catering service.

May 203 min read

Mariya the Doula - Reclaiming the Story of Motherhood

Mariya Charlton is a mother of two, a doula, a birth educator, and a community builder.

Apr 103 min read

Creativity in Bloom: A Look into Siobhán Mangan's LOAM Studio

A few years after working as a self-employed freelancer, Siobhán Mangan felt her burgeoning creativity needed its own platform. She ran...

Feb 63 min read

Jordan Petsy Transformed Doubt into Studio Lavoo Success

With over 10 years of photography and video experience under her belt, in January 2023, Jordan Petsy decided to stop letting doubt and...

Dec 18, 20233 min read

Ignite Anew: How Dr. Jasmonae Joyriel Is Helping Others Learn to Thrive

In 2021, Dr. Jasmonae Joyriel opened a private practice, the Austin-based psychology practice Eros Rising. There, her therapy clients...

Nov 14, 20234 min read

Getting Back On Track: How Becca Wells Is Chasing Her Goals and Inspiring Others To Do the Same

The idea for Sunrise Track Club came to founder Becca Wells in the fall of 2021 while she was training for the Zilker Relays. Wanting to...

Jul 25, 20233 min read

Clean Girls Listen Up: Mazzi Peled Created the Ultimate Self-care Company in Austin

Mazzi Peled started Latika, the Austin-based beauty brand, twelve years ago.

Jun 14, 20234 min read

Redefining Luxury: BOXT Founder Sarah Puil Delivers Sustainable Boxed Wine in Austin Texas

Meet Sarah Puil, owner and founder of Boxt Wine in Austin, Texas.