The heart of our mission at VoyageMIA is to find the amazing souls that breathe life into our city. In the recent weeks, we’ve had the privilege to connect with some of the Miami’s finest artists, creatives, entrepreneurs and rabble rousers and we can’t begin to express how impressed we are with our city’s incredibly deep talent pool. Check out Downtown and Brickell’s rising stars below.
Alejandra Rojas
My dad is an engineer, and when I was very little, he used to take me to construction sites. I grew up seeing buildings being built. It showed me how the craft was employed at a much larger scale. Years later, I built my first adobe wall, and it showed me the laborious craft behind it and how every brick carries a unique fingerprint. Read More>>
Yulianmy Gouveia
What initially began as a brief journey of three months evolved into a transformative expedition spanning four enriching years. Immersed in a foreign culture and new language, I navigated the trials of adaptation, fortifying my resilience and broadening my horizons with each passing day. I seized every opportunity for personal and professional growth, harnessing the essence of each experience to propel myself forward on the path of self-discovery. Read More>>
Martina Rosenthal
However, in every project, a fork in the road inevitably emerges. One of the primary challenges I consistently grapple with is the realization that sometimes, despite analyzing data and numbers and seeking advice, all that remains is intuition. And often, relying solely on intuition becomes the decisive factor in determining the path forward. Read More>>
The Speaker
Snake Healer is an American Doom band that was formed in Miami, Florida, on November 22, 2021. (1st Live Ritual May 14, 2022) Monks dedicated to their Lord Serpentis Dominus (The Serpent from the Garden of Eden) bring the light to the children of knowledge through Music and Ritual. Read More>>
Suyan Souen
Heartbroken, I had to stop dancing. But instead of letting my frustration consume me, I delved deep into studying muscle strengthening for support in sports, especially in dance. It was during this time that I discovered my love for strength training and its positive impact on health, self-esteem, and aesthetics. Read More>>
Sheila Fraga
I took private lessons with the artist “Duque” to prepare for the Academy. By 1996, I expanded my training to include painting at the Taller de Manero under Professor Alberto Figueroa. In 1997, I joined the Academy and graduated in 1999, specializing in painting, and held a personal exhibition titled “My Interior Space,” featuring paintings, drawings, installations, and performances. Read More>>
Janay Laing
I’m a chef specializing in plant-based flavor – I teach the 4 Essentials of vegan flavor: Seasoning in Layers, Umami, The 3 B’s (Butter, Broth & Bouillion), and Creaminess. Through classes and my new business, Janay’s Flavor Kitchen, my mission is to show people how easy and delicious plant-based food really is. Read More>>
Marc Morvilliers
Over the years, we have evolved by adding more options to our offerings; we now have a community that enjoys benefits and networking opportunities. Our members can choose three different subscriptions and access the Ghostcard. A digital card offering exclusive and unlimited benefits at more than 1.8 Million hotels, car rentals, flights, brands, and much more around the world (up to 60% off), all thanks to our various partners. Read More>>
Seneca Williams
Thursday nights were the highlight of my week. I looked forward to The Cosby Show, followed by A Different World. Claire Huxtable was the boss mom on The Cosby Show. Seeing a confident woman and mother, a charismatic lawyer, made me think, “Yeah, I wanna be like her when I grow up.” Read More>>
Saidy Gabriela Burch
From elementary school, I always had to be creating something–drawing, composing, writing stories, making up languages–and sharing it with others. In that sense, nothing has changed. Creative expression is and always will be at the core of my functioning. Read More>>
DJ Citizen Jane
DJ Citizen Jane is a Singer-Songwriter/International DJ/Fashion Designer who grew up in Miami. She now spends her time writing, recording, and producing between Miami and Los Angeles. Citizen Jane is currently working on her debut solo project with multiple renowned producers and collaborating with up-and-coming artists. Read More>>
Felipe Correa
This happened sometime in 2007; I wasn’t ever really into photography, but I understood its value and purpose as an art medium. Photography reveals. Shortly after I started shooting, I began to get positive attention; several of my new captures were serendipitously skillful. Alligator close-ups, airborne powerboats, jumping dolphins, and tarpons- the shots were coming easily and nicely! Read More>>
Shantel Davis
At 11, I was taking art classes, and I enjoyed what I was learning. I am an artsy person. I love everything that has to do with art. I started sketching my latest designs when I was in high school. When I sew, I always love including new styles and different styles. Sewing runs in my family. I learned that my grandma used to sew before passing away in 1993. My mom used to sew for my elder siblings when they were younger. She sews still but only for elastics in her slips. Read More>>
Ollie Sanders
My passion for music started to grow in dance music, and this led to me gaining a few radio shows on several stations while I then was touring clubs all over the UK and holding down some lucrative residencies in the process, including the 2000 capacity club ‘The Base’ in East Grinstead in London along with many Liquid and Life club brands. Read More>>
Michelle Oravitz
At the age of 17, my mom took me to a gynecologist, hoping for a solution, but I left with a prescription for birth control pills, which the doctor said would regulate my cycle as long as I kept taking them. Despite not knowing much about my body or medicine then, that answer felt very disappointing, and I left feeling defeated. Read More>>
Ryan Stewart
After countless hours of searching, I came across “SEO” (search engine optimization). I spent days and nights learning about it and started building my websites to practice. Eventually, I learned enough to start consulting with some small businesses in my local area (Miami). I ended up growing that into a successful agency, which I sold in 2019. Read More>>
Analauren & Rayda
My mother, Rayda, was the driving force behind Easy Basic Creations. With a natural flair for crafting, I’ve always enjoyed expressing myself through handmade creations. However, it wasn’t until the birth of my son, Logan, that the concept of Easy Basic Creations began to take root in my mother’s mind. She witnessed my unwavering commitment to crafting every detail to ensure Logan’s first year was filled with magic. Read More>>
Giancarlo Emanuelli
A recent highlight was collaborating on a historic project during F1 Miami 2024. I joined forces with industry icons to place an F1 car on a yacht, showcasing the fusion of luxury yachting and motorsport. This innovative endeavor reaffirmed my commitment to pushing boundaries in yacht marketing. Read More>>
Dr. Sharif Tabbah
Along the way, I was exposed to the Physical Therapy (PT) profession by a client of mine who was a young sports PT and who told me I, too, would make a great PT. This piqued my interest, and before I knew it, I had become a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and was graduating from New York University with my Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2012. Read More>>
Marlo Darrington
I started this journey as a partnership pilot project with my family, Skyy Hadley, Owner of As U Wish Nail Spa in Hoboken, New Jersey. Initially, I specialized in promoting and selling the “Boho Signature Dresses and Skirts.” Shortly thereafter, I decided to broaden my reach and incorporate a variety of boho styles with a unique twist. Read More>>
Ariana Fein
I am the owner of Fein Lab. Fein Lab is a Y2K and edgy clothing brand. I started this clothing brand because of my love of fashion while an undergrad. I hope to one day turn my small business into a nonprofit organization to give back to the community. My brand’s name, the “Lab,” stems from my desire to work in the field of medicine. I hope to expand my business and give back to those in need one day medically. Read More>>
Elanese Lansen
I think a challenging aspect of this journey has been really getting to know myself musically, understanding who I am and what I want to sound like, and developing my sound as an artist. Through the years, when you’re in creative mode, you try on different hats to see what fits. I tend to find inspiration depending on what I’m going through at that moment, and listening back to things I’ve worked on, I can hear the growth and reflect on different phases I’ve been in throughout my life. Read More>>
Fernanda Alvarez
All of these years, I stayed on the back burner. I stayed in my shell because I was afraid of being me. Fast forward to adulthood, I moved to Miami con mi perrita Simona, where I was a plant-based chef. But being nostalgic for my country, I started dressing her with colorful collars. That’s how I created my own product line for dogs on the side. Read More>>
Maria Florio
People who are serious about inner and outer well-being, personal development, self-help, self-awareness, and reflection, and who are emotionally accountable, aware, and want to learn to self-regulate are the people who resonate with the Inspiring Human Potential (IHP) content, courses, and mentorship program opportunities, like the Inner Growth Mindset journey. Read More>>
Lara Padilla
Once I finished, I traveled to the US and spent long periods between Miami and NYC, soaking up the culture, art, and people. I learned a lot in every way, and when I was clear about what I wanted to do, I returned to Madrid and studied for a Master’s in Cinematography for Film. I spent a few years trying to enter that world, and in the end, I made the decision to focus on painting. Read More>>
Agustina Garcia Laredo
We decided to take the next step, so I moved to Miami one year after we met. My personal and intimate condition was that I would get to Miami with a job! So, I decided to knock on a few doors before my trip and propose to a family friend to set up his business in the US. He agreed to sponsor my visa, and everything slightly changed after that move. Read More>>
Roberta Donato
In 2019, serendipity struck when my closest friend, now a business partner, stumbled upon the traditional printed fabrics cherished by the indigenous Guna people of Panama. Inspired by this discovery, our first style was born: the Rio Skirt, a midi-length fully printed skirt. Its instant success marked the start of My Happy Cabaña, our venture into the world of fashion. Read More>>
Stephanie Denooyer
It has been a struggle, being that we are in a state where there is still a lot of hate towards the LGBTQ community. It makes it a challenge at times to get people to come out to the events, especially the lesbian community, as there is no real set space like bars or nightclubs that cater to the lesbian market in Miami. Read More>>
Fabrizio Colombi
We began creating parodies of the TV shows and commercials we watched, reveling in the process of filming and producing our own “shows” and music videos—so much so that we rarely watched the finished products. Over the years, my passion for storytelling and communication deepened. In 2008, I joined Deco Graphic, Inc., a family business initially focused on graphic design and printing. Read More>>
Fara Charles
I like to call myself an entrepreneur because I’m a person who does not stay in my own lane. I don’t mind trying different lanes and seeing if I can master those, too. What I’m most known for, I’d say, is fashion, being a part of the fashion industry doing fashion shows. What I’m most proud of is the fact that I’ve done ten fashion shows within a time span of eight years, and I’ve also traveled with my shows to various states: New York, Atlanta, and, of course, Miami. Read More>>
Ezgi Sertcetin
Art serves as a mirror reflecting the intricacies of human emotion and experience. It transcends language barriers, evoking feelings and thoughts in a manner unique to each observer. As practitioners of this timeless craft, we bear the responsibility of not only creating but also nurturing the creative spark within others. By providing the necessary guidance and encouragement, individuals can unlock their artistic potential and embark on a journey of self-discovery. Read More>>
Raxiel Liz
After a while, I started finding myself really drawn to Hip Hop music and started to freestyle how I felt over certain songs, and that is what started my passion for music. Alongside music, I was always heavy into film. The art of filmmaking has always been a calling for me. I want to make a long story, not so long. Music and movies became my thing from the start. Read More>>
Latavia Nottage Bienaime
Themortuaryspa was launched as a small business when her childhood friend requested a mortuary makeover when she passed away. In 2017, that friend passed on, and Latavia was honored to grant her request. From this experience, Latavia made a vow that this was the most comforting and peaceful way to say goodbye to a friend. Read More>>
Albert Valera
But I’ve always had this fascination with luxury hospitality. So, I made the leap to join the team at the Betsy Hotel. Starting from the front desk, I worked my way up through reservations and eventually found my calling in sales. It was an incredible experience, being able to showcase the best of what the luxury boutique hotel had to offer. Read More>>
Montserrat Franco
Her passion for wine and spirits started in the Old World, getting acquainted with the land (terroir) and the different wine varietals in Southern Italy, Spain, and France, countries where she got certified as a Sommelier in their respective regulatory councils. She moved to South Florida in 2002 and began her seasoned career of 15 + years in hospitality at the time that she was also getting her credentials within the Wine & Spirit Education Trust. Read More>>
Lotus HiLL
I stayed consistent with performing shows, releasing music, and connecting with fans over the years, achieving multiple notable accolades such as being featured in XXL Magazine, NBA2K, Sway In The Morning, & more. As I release new music & visuals, I plan to continue to excel in my craft and establish myself as an artist. Read More>>
Alfonso Brooks
As a speaker, activist, and social entrepreneur, I’ve been privileged to engage with diverse communities, leveraging art and culture as human development and enrichment tools. Through AfriKin, which marries the concepts of ‘African’ and ‘kinship,’ we’ve been able to spotlight the crucial roles that art plays in societal evolution and the dismantling of oppressive systems. Read More>>
Ana Rosales
Those early years were tough. I found myself in various jobs far from my career aspirations, often exhausting and with minimal pay. Yet, each experience taught me valuable lessons about the working world here and gave me the foundation to eventually take the leap and start my own business. Read More>>
Giselle Roca
It boosted my confidence, and since others believed in my talent, I went ahead and started promoting it. Now, I have been able to make endless seating charts, welcome signs, place cards, addressed envelopes, and so much more. I like being innovative and letting creativity shine. There are always others who have amazing ideas, and I love to support them all the way! Read More>>
Mike Sill
I lost my little sister, Julia, to suicide, and Beau’s dad, Bob, unexpectedly passed away. Simultaneously, we were getting our asses kicked as young entrepreneurs. We were destroyed emotionally while also dealing with the anxiety of running a failing business. Read More>>
Audrey de Vallois
I started dabbling in waxing when I was about 16 because I went to a dual enrollment school for high school that offered a lot of freedom and free time so my friends and I would go to each other’s houses and wax our legs for fun. That sparked curiosity in me so I’d save my little money to buy all different kinds of waxes and started getting really good at it. Read More>>
Denise Fournier
The story of how I got to where I am today began when I was a college freshman, starting therapy for the first time, learning about Buddhism through my therapist, and taking my first psychology course. These simultaneous experiences, of exploring the subject of human psychology at an academic level while exploring my own inner world with a therapist, inspired me to pursue more learning, more training, and more experience in this realm. Read More>>
