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.
Liza Acosta
I went on to attend Villanova University in Pennsylvania, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in human services with double minors in Psychology and Sociology. After graduation, I returned home to Florida and pursued my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University. Because of my passion for people and relationships, I narrowed my scope of practice and became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that truly helping someone requires a systemic approach—one that integrates culture, education, family dynamics, and life experiences—otherwise, we risk missing a key part of the person’s story. Read more>>
Nemesia Sorcar
I moved to Knoxville 3 years ago to start my Acupuncture business here in South Knoxville. I have been practicing Acupuncture for 8 years total, and decided to move to Knoxville because I wanted to live near the mountains and wanted a change of scenery from where I had been. Read more>>
Sheri Porterfield
I started making my own sugar scrubs in 2013 because I wanted to control what I put on my skin and I wanted to smell good despite many allergies to mainstream fragrances. I created my own recipes and fragrances with sensitive skin and scent sensitivities in mind. Read more>>
Gregg McMahan
I started boxing at the Knoxville Golden Gloves in 1967 under pro boxer Jack Gilbert. I moved to Miami in 1968 and with no boxing gym close to me I started martial arts and kickboxing until 1974 when I moved back to Knoxville. I did nothing martial arts related until 1979 when a friend ask me to join a karate class with him. Read more>>
Kayla Tatum-Sharp and Ashley Arriola n/a
Ashley and Kayla have been best friends since 8th grade. They both grew up in Halls and are first generation college students. They graduated from Halls High School in 2008 and Carson Newman University (then College) in 2012 with Bachelor’s of Arts degrees in Applied psychology and minors in Sociology and Positive Psychology. Read more>>
Brookney Chamberlain
I’ve always believed that the way you show up in small moments defines the kind of leader and person you become. Growing up, I was surrounded by hardworking, humble people who taught me the value of effort, gratitude, and integrity. Read more>>
Mandy Cannon
My career in travel started out of a genuine passion for vacations…and all that comes with it! I enjoy every stage of the planning process and love helping others make their travel dreams a reality. Read more>>
Sharon Van Ormer
I can recall the exact moment when I decided to fully commit to the idea of becoming a massage therapist back in 2015. I was working as a registered nurse in a very busy emergency room with a typical day of being pulled in twenty directions. Read more>>
Jana Bunsic
Inspired. Hopeful. Open. Loved. This is the state of my spirit today in God. My mission= True Wellness. Read more>>
