We LOVE a good story, especially when it’s a heartwarming one. Below, you’ll hear some amazing stories from incredible business owners, practitioners, and creatives and artists.

Dawn Smith

Over three years ago, when I was a freshman in college, I lost my Bestfriend and following that tragic event I was bitten by a snake. Growing up I was always a plus size girl and it took some time to learn to love the skin I was in. Fully confident, I began to strut my beauty. When I was bitten by the snake I was 311 pounds, walking around at The University of Texas at Austin with a boot on my foot and it was very tiring and unbearable. Read more>>

Tom Savoca

In June 24, 2021, early in the morning the Champlain Towers South, a 12-story beachfront condominium in the Miami suburb of Surfside, Florida, partially collapsed causing almost 100 deaths. Days after the event I travelled to Surfside with Coco the City of Margate, FL Therapy Dog to offer comfort to the 1st responders actively working the scene. Read more>>

Amy Hicks

When you say “yes” to something, you have the power to create the most powerful ripple effect. If we want to make a big impact, we must first start by making a small impact. When I began my cannabis mission, to educate, spread awareness and be a trusted resource for a pure alternative solution, to health and wellness, I had no idea how abundantly it would grow. We often set out on a path to fulfill our desires, our needs and our goals, but in turn we end up fulfilling this in others. Read more>>