Boston resident Wynter Pingel ’03 took a leap of faith when she left the job she enjoyed for eight years as a proofreader with National Braille Press. Pingel reflected on the uncertainty she felt at that time, but she does not regret her decision to venture on her own and make a living as a musician.

Eve Molzhon ’96 became a successful entrepreneur by understanding the needs of her community, applying her deep understanding of dogs, and supporting her employees’ growth. Her unconventional journey has been shaped by personal obstacles and unexpected opportunities.

Amy Todd ’17 found her direction as an entrepreneur while she was advocating for her personal health and well-being. Her wellness-focused business, Redeeming Health, is located in downtown La Crosse. There, Todd offers the intravenous (IV) hydration vitamin infusions that she personally found helpful, along with seven other variations of IV infusions, intramuscular vitamin therapy injections, and weight loss consultation that is provided with one-on-one guidance.

Amy Jo Preisler travelled with Andean Community Partners (ACP) to the Sacred Valley of Peru and the village of Huilloc on a medical and volunteer mission trip. While there, she quickly realized it was a life-changing experience that would stay with her forever.

Like many Andean villages, Huilloc is a remote community that is underserved by both public and private entities.

What happens behind the scenes sets the stage for incredible moments when guests feel the magic and make lifelong memories, thanks to Teena Sauvola and other talented professionals like her. Sauvola is a designer and art director for internationally branded theme parks, such as Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and Universal Studios. She is part of a team that not only designs attractions, but also entire parks following a master plan.