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.
Brandon Rains
There’s been plenty of times where I’ve felt I could just throw in the towel, but the ones who succeed are the ones who never quit. Read more>>
Bryana Dunn
I believe there are always defining moments where you have to choose a road, and the road isn’t always as clear as you’d like it to be. For me, it often feels like one path is a bumpy dirt road filled with potholes and rocks, while the other is a smooth, paved path that seems easier to glide on. Read more>>
Mysti Marcantonio
The fear that has held me back the most in my life has been the fear of putting myself out there, especially when it comes to marketing and sales. I’m an accountant by nature, which means I thrive behind the scenes with numbers and strategy. But after COVID, the way business marketing shifted meant that visibility was no longer optional. Read more>>
Denyce Davis
One of the biggest defining wounds of my life has been learning to fully trust God and not just in the big picture, but in the everyday. There have been seasons where I felt distant from Him, where I struggled to understand my worth, or where I questioned if I was really in alignment with His plan for my life. Read more>>
Raphnee Manning, RHIA, MBA, MHM
My closest friends would probably say that what really matters to me is people—caring for them, supporting them, and making sure they feel seen. I’m naturally laid back and inquisitive, so I like to really listen and understand people. They’d also say my faith shapes everything I do—it’s important to me that my actions reflect integrity and love. Read more>>
Chris Sellers
A big turning point for me was when I was in art school. I was constantly being pushed to make work that fit into whatever was trending in the wart world; to paint in a way that reflected culture instead of questioning it. The more I tried to fit in that mold, the more I realized how much the art world felt like repetition. Read more>>
Christina Block
Good question. I have always been me, truthfully. As a kid, I had the biggest imagination, there were no limits on what I thought I could be. Read more>>
Erica Wilson
Absolutely. I can give my best — even without applause, acknowledgment, or recognition. Because I know this calling isn’t about me. What happened to me wasn’t random — it was preparation. It shaped me to serve, to pour, and to love others through what I’ve lived through. I don’t need a stage to be faithful. I don’t need credit to be committed. Read more>>
Corey Peterson
The biggest misconception about COS Celebrations is that all wedding entertainment companies are the same – that we just show up, play music, and get people dancing. People assume we’re interchangeable with any other DJ service. The reality is completely different. Read more>>
Christian Slupe
I think the one thing that is misunderstood about the Wine Business, is that you have to be sophisticated to know and enjoy wines. I believe this is something that is getting better as generations shift, but can still be found. Wine among any other adult beverage should be understood and enjoyed by all. Read more>>
Connor Hiebel
The important truth I believe — and very few people agreed with me on at first — is that growing your own food is not only possible in modern life, but essential. Read more>>
Rebecca Bryant
The single most transformative relationship in my life has been becoming a mother. My son has been my greatest teacher, instilling in me a deeper understanding of unconditional love and hope. He’s refined my ability to prioritize and commit, teaching me the true meaning of putting someone else first. Read more>>
