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.
Katrina Machado
Suffering taught me resilience and inner strength in a way success never could. Struggle forces you to confront yourself, adapt, and keep going even when the outcome is uncertain. It builds character, patience, and a deeper appreciation for growth. Success can feel rewarding, but it’s the hard moments that truly shape who you become and give you the strength to handle whatever comes next. Read more>>
James Crutcher
Growing up I had stage fright and never thought I would enjoy performing in-front of crowds. Because of this fear I was too afraid to ask my parents to sign me up for gymnastics or martial arts classes. I instead started looking up YouTube videos and began teaching myself all these skills. Read more>>
Bradford Stucki
A fear that I have had that that has held me back is ‘Taking risks is bad.’ However, as my education and career have progressed, I have learned to lean into situations where taking risks was essential to progress. I’ve learned that I don’t need to ‘know the end from the beginning’ or ‘have it all figured out,’ but instead, to start somewhere. Read more>>
Ty Brady
Moments with people who matter. Being outdoors. Slowing life down long enough to appreciate the simple things — family time, good conversations, fresh air, and anything that makes the world feel a little lighter.” Read more>>
Dilleen Marsh
I’ve thought a lot, recently, about the last 10-20 years of my life as an artist since entering my early 70s. In fact, I have chosen a theme to encompass what I do. It is called: Before I Die. So, I have stopped painting pretty landscapes and pretty girls for wall decoration and now look for a good purpose, a philosophical point to my paintings. Read more>>
