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Houston’s Most Inspiring Stories

Every neighborhood in Houston has its own vibe, style, culture and history, but what consistently amazes us is not what differentiates the various neighborhoods but rather what they all have in common.  From the Fourth Ward to Sugar Land (and everywhere in between) we’ve been blown away by how many creative and talented people call Houston home.  Check out some of the inspiring stories we’ve discovered throughout the city.

Maria Raudales

yes it was a difficult road for ome since i was a stay at home mom who’s only income was from babysitting so i didn’t have much money i only had my kids support not even my own husband supported me he was one of my biggest obsticles. it put a strain in my relationship with him for a while but eventually he gave in and we are doing fine now Read More>>

Kristin Ikerd

That was the turning point. I realized my practices had the power to change lives. So, I started growing my social media platforms and sharing what I had learned. There’s a fine line between giving up and surrendering. After countless hours of posting with no clients, no views, no clicks, and no likes—I surrendered. I handed it all over to the universe, and that’s when everything shifted. I was prepared to wake up and start the job search again. Read More>>

Shelly Bourns

My name is Shelly Bourns. I was born in Houston and raised in Sugarland Texas. I became a mother at the age of 21 in 2002. I was always very independent after my daughters father passed shortly before my due date. At an early age I started a career of building custom fishing rods for many years. I chose this path because I was taking care of my father in my later 20s early 30s. I did a lot of shark fishing. I was known at the time as the only female rod builder. I was interviewed by 3 magazines including Gulf coast Mariner out of Galveston and a couple of others including one out of Florida called Girls Guns and Rods! Read More>>

Eduardo Perme

I am honored to share my journey as a deaf and hard-of-hearing photographer with Voyage Magazine. My passion for photography ignited at a young age, allowing me to connect deeply with the world, its people, and communities through my lens. As a deaf person, I often hear that we possess a unique ability to engage our senses, which sets us apart in beautiful ways. Read More>>

Erielle Gabay

I joined a rodeo committee, started networking, and making a name for myself in my new city, I began working at a PR firm where I represented a pro rugby team, and eventually became the marketing director for a CBD manufacturer. When the pandemic hit, I was laid off, but I seized the opportunity to further my education at Rice University, earning a digital marketing certificate that would propel me into the next phase of my career. Read More>>

Shante Ned

I always could style hair, curl & straighten). I really started doing hair because hairstylist would cancel my appointments or my hair wouldn’t turn out how I wanted it. So I went to & graduated from Paul Mitchell Cosmetology school. Read More>>

Omar Yusuf

The bar and restaurant business is definitely tough. You’re only as good as your last week! Some of the challenges I’ve faced include market oversaturation, the impact of COVID-19, and rising prices for liquor and goods. It requires constant adaptation and creativity to stay competitive and successful. Read More>>

Noah Dawlearn

November of that year I got my first opportunity in marketing for a restaurant group and worked my way up from graphic designer to marketing director. after two years in the restaurant industry I decided to switch industries to work in multimedia production like I did in college. In October of 2022 I started working at the University of Houston where I work now while trying to build a branding focus marketing studio that caters to Restaurants, Creative People, other Artists and Everyday people. Read More>>

 

Jessica Mitchell

Now I’m in the entertainment industry! Onney who is now a mentor of mine, interviewed me on her show (Think Outside of the Box) We met and gravitated towards one another! Onney has trusted me to assist her in the music industry, which led me to bringing models to HD for President videoshoot! HD song “Touch Down 2 Cause Hell” and dance went viral on Tiktok which caused the youtube views to reach over 100k in one day, from there I started my career in the entertainment industry! I played a police officer in Houston’s movie Dirty 3rd (new generation) and now I’m branching off to start a music label, which is my new Business Venture “Luckycharms Label” Read More>>

Dr. Abigail Rodriguez

Technically, I started working at The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery (ACPS) in 2020 when I began my aesthetic surgery fellowship. I chose to pursue this fellowship after my residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery to gain supplemental training in aesthetic surgery procedures. The ACPS team instantly made me feel like I had found my home for the long run. I admired their emphasis on patient safety and their dedication to ongoing education and research in aesthetics. Read More>>

22 Comments

  1. Sylvia Escontrias

    May 2, 2017 at 9:46 am

    I would like to know how to be considered for Houston most inspiring stories. I would love my story to be featured – I am a breast Cancer survivor just recently an d I was just named WEC’s Busniess professional of 2017!!!!!!

  2. Cori Aston

    June 1, 2017 at 2:39 pm

    Thank you for sharing my story and my art. As an artist we normally sit in the background… and create. We help create the visions, the mood boards and then execute those visions in our minds eye onto the human canvas.
    It’s a never ending journey of the next creation. So, thank you, voyage magazine, for considering me one of Houston’s inspiring stories.

    • Suzanne Bearnth

      June 5, 2017 at 11:58 am

      Congratulations Cori! The story is extremely awesome and well deserving!

  3. Kristen Grandi

    June 15, 2017 at 2:45 pm

    We are so grateful for you guys featuring Junk Hippy!
    We’ll see you July 8 in Rosenberg!

    Peace & lots of love,
    Kristen Grandi

  4. Memory Mill Productions

    July 6, 2017 at 6:20 pm

    Thank you very much for featuring The Memory Mill Productions in Houston’s most inspiring stories!
    We can’t wait to shoot more weddings, document more stories and capture moments that will be cherished forever.

  5. Catherine | Fit Armadillo

    July 28, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    Such an honor to share more about my company! Thanks for the feature.

  6. Dawn Appling, EA

    August 18, 2017 at 3:33 am

    Thank you so much for featuring ProTouch Finance. I am humbled, and really appreciate you taking the time to give me the opportunity to tell the story of our humble beginnings.

    Love and blessings <3

  7. Maria Simon, JustSnickerdoodles

    October 18, 2017 at 12:53 pm

    I am so overjoyed at this amazing opportunity to be featured! Thank you guys so much for shining a light on my little mobile company!

  8. Jo Trizila

    November 17, 2017 at 9:48 pm

    Would love to know how to be in contact with you. We have a great story to tell.

    Through the end of the year, Solis Mammography – the nation’s largest independent provider of breast screening services – presents its “Help Us Help Houston” campaign through its seven locations across the greater Houston region. From now through the end of the year, patients who schedule and complete their annual screening mammogram at Solis Mammography, will also give the gift of restoration and recovery.

    For every mammogram appointment scheduled and completed at any Solis Mammography center in the Houston area between Oct. 23 and Dec. 31, $10 will be donated to the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund by Solis Mammography and its partners in the effort, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division and Hologic. To signal their participation in the campaign, all patients need to do is use the code “Harvey” when they check-in for their appointment.

    The Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund was established by Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett. The fund is administered by the Greater Houston Community Foundation. Because of the immense need in and around Houston, this fund is dedicated to relieving gaps that are not met by other local and federal efforts for those affected by Hurricane Harvey.

  9. Diana Lombard

    December 13, 2017 at 6:01 pm

    Thank you so much for featuring Diana Lombard Interiors! It was an honor to be included in these stories and share information about my business!

  10. Maria and Ruth

    December 15, 2017 at 2:30 am

    Thank you so much for including boballoons in your most inspiring stories!! It was an honor to share our story and information on our yard balloon business. We love celebrating birthdays!!

  11. Tanya Ivory Mayes

    January 21, 2018 at 9:06 pm

    Thank you for featuring The Ivory Collection in Houston’s most inspiring stories! I am honored and inspired by the other stories as well. Great magazine!

  12. Juan

    June 27, 2018 at 7:29 pm

    Thank you for featuring Blue Elm Photography as Houston’s most inspiring stories! It is truly an honor to be a part of such an outstanding community. Thank you!

  13. L&B Limited Company

    August 8, 2018 at 2:29 pm

    Thank you for featuring two photos of homes from L&B Limited Co. We’re thrilled to be highlighted among other local talents. Being a part of our community is important to us and we love seeing all these rising stars in Houston!

  14. Gusto Graphic Tees

    January 3, 2019 at 3:31 pm

    Thank you so much for this opportunity to tell our story along with so many other amazing people/companies. We truly appreciate you and what you do to promote small businesses!

  15. Carrie

    March 22, 2019 at 11:57 am

    Thank you so much for featuring my blog & Instagram site, @carriebesthetics. I truly appreciate the opportunity & I love what you guys are doing!

  16. Krystal

    April 19, 2019 at 6:21 pm

    Thank you so much for the feature! Really meant a lot.

    Krystal S. LIttle
    @krystalslittle
    @yessshair

  17. Sarah Britton

    November 29, 2019 at 5:40 pm

    We are so honored to be featured in this amazing series. Thank you!

  18. Rima Dawood

    December 19, 2019 at 12:35 am

    It is amazing and awesome to read my own story and feel the excitement again as if I live every moment right now!
    Thank you so much Voyage Houston!

  19. Agnes Belle

    January 12, 2020 at 9:45 pm

    Thank you for featuring Agnes Belle in Vintage Park as one of Houston’s most inspiring stories. We appreciate it!!

  20. Emily

    March 2, 2020 at 4:27 pm

    Thank you for taking the time to reach out and offer a feature. I really appreciate it!
    Emily Cole
    https://www.emilycoleofficial

  21. Determined Solutions

    March 27, 2020 at 2:12 pm

    This is awesome! And this is what we need more of right now. Local businesses supporting locals. We’re going to have to come together to make it through these trying times, but no doubt, Houston will bounce back stronger than ever!

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