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.

DJ WildChild

“I’m chasing the energy and connection that music creates that moment when a crowd locks in with the vibe, and we’re all moving as one. If I stopped, I wouldn’t just be walking away from DJing, I’d be stepping away from a purpose. Music isn’t just a job for me, it’s therapy, it’s community, and it’s legacy. Read more>>

The Willow Sisters

For both of us, the fear that’s held us back the most was putting ourselves out there. We’ve always loved singing since we were kids, however we didn’t start pursuing it professionally until 2019 because we feared judgment. What we’ve learned is that fear itself can keep you small, but pushing past it has opened incredible doors. Read more>>

Willie Soul

I hope people remember me as someone who lived and breathed music with every fiber of his being. I didn’t just play notes or perform shows—I shared my soul. I want them to say my music made them feel something real, that it healed, uplifted, or moved them in ways they didn’t expect. Read more>>

Sarah Cebulski

I’ll regret not fully pursuing experiences that ignite a fire in me. Whether that’s traveling to new places, trying something I’m scared of, or fully diving into my creative passions. Life is short, and I want to look back knowing I embraced every opportunity imaginable instead of letting fear hold me back. Read more>>

Jessi Ferguson

Over this past year and a half I got very burnt out between my work and personal life. I had over booked myself with work and on top of that was trying work through personal stuff and started therapy. For most of my life I always held in my feelings always pretending to be okay. Which only made me overwhelmed. Read more>>