The heart of our mission is to find the amazing souls that breathe life into our communities. In the recent weeks, we’ve had the privilege to connect with some incredible artists, creatives, entrepreneurs and rabble rousers and we can’t begin to express how impressed we are with the incredible group below. Check out our favorite stories from across the Voyage family.
Debby Funk
During covid Debby Funk the owner of Embroidery Boutique began making her own beef jerky and later launched Funky’s Meat Snacks and Funky’s Snacks. Debby’s line of jerky, jellies, mustards and candy are available inside Embroidery Boutique, The Painted Perch and sold online at funkysmeatsnacks.com. Read more>>
Jerry Burns
I have an associate’s degree in criminal justice, and throughout my career in law enforcement I’ve served in many roles with multiple forces. I began as a deputy with the Perry County Sheriff’s Office in Kentucky before moving to Tennessee in 2011 to work at the Gatlinburg Police Department. From there, I worked at the Blount County Sheriff’s Office. During my tenures with the three agencies, I’ve served as a field training officer (FTO), a defensive tactics instructor, and finally, as K-9 officer before I retired from the force in 2023. I still have Marley, the bloodhound I used at the sheriff’s department, and still find opportunities to work with her. Read more>>
RideMyVibe
Definitely not smooth. It’s been rough — rougher than I’ve ever made it look. I’ve had people doubt me every step of the way. I’ve been locked into bad contracts by managers who didn’t have my best interest at heart. I’ve had major features never see the light of day because labels refused to clear them. There are songs sitting on my hard drive right now with some of your favorite artists — and the world may never hear them. Read more>>
