Nature, Legacy, and Leadership By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran Chris Maitre, a native New Orleanian, spent most of his adult life being raised by his maternal grandfather, George Ruiz. Ruiz was originally from San Antonio and a descendant of the Canary Islands. The two bonded ...
Connecting The World Through Music By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran Suhail Arastu is Director of Advancement at Musical Bridges Around the World, a nonprofit that celebrates global arts and fosters cultural understanding through free programs. With a background in neuroscience, classical studies, nonprofit work, ...
An NBA Champion for the Community By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran From shooting hoops on San Antonio’s southwest side to sharing a locker room with NBA legends, Devin Brown embodies what it means to focus on the end goal. He inspires others with his athletic ...
Inspiration Through Hardship By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran Shokare (Sho) Nakpodia has lived a life filled with exploring the world, from Lagos to London to New York City and now San Antonio. His life reflects a deep commitment to fostering understanding and collaboration through his ...
By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran Pastor Ed’s journey is deeply rooted in his unique upbringing—an experience that shaped his worldview and calling to serve others. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, to two deaf parents, Ed was thrust into the role of being their voice and ...
