Beyond Rockets

Ashanti Ortega, the founder of MASH Huntsville, discusses her journey as a content creator and social media manager. Growing up in Huntsville, she initially thought she would pursue a career in engineering but realized her passion for creativity. She was inspired by her mother, who was a YouTuber and learned about the behind-the-scenes of content creation. Ashanti saw the need for a creative community in Huntsville and decided to stay and build her career there. She talks about the changing l...

Leah Farrow, owner of Arcadia Tattoo Huntsville, shares her journey of becoming a tattoo artist and opening her studio. She got an apprenticeship in New Jersey and worked tirelessly to improve her skills. After moving back to Huntsville, she opened her private studio, Arcadia Tattoo, which quickly grew to include nine artists. She recently expanded to a larger space and continues to learn and grow as a business owner. Arcadia Tattoo Huntsville is a successful tattoo and piercing studio that f...

Neil Lamb, President of the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, discusses his journey to HudsonAlpha and the growth and impact of the institute. The conversation explores the vision of HudsonAlpha and its role in the growth of Huntsville, Alabama. It also delves into the expansion of HudsonAlpha's model to other areas, such as the Wiregrass region, and the focus on research, economic development, and education. We also discuss the unique model they have with associate companies that work...

Matt Wake, an entertainment writer, shares his journey from being a musician to becoming a music journalist in Huntsville. He talks about growing up in Huntsville and his early interest in sports and music. It covers the rise and fall of music venues, the impact of Orion Amphitheater, and the growth of the music scene in recent years. Matt discusses his experience working for various publications, including Valley Planet, Clemson Life, and LA Weekly. He also talks about the challenges of the ...

What's Happening in Huntsville on May 30 - June 6!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting SponsorReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s to...

What's Happening in Huntsville on May 23 - 30!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting SponsorReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s toughe...

What's Happening in Huntsville on May16- 23!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting SponsorReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s toughest...

Alex Hendrix, a local singer-songwriter and artist hospitality manager at the Orion Amphitheater, discusses her journey and experiences in the music industry. She talks about her passion for supporting local businesses and ensuring their survival during the pandemic. Alex shares how she transitioned from being the office manager to handling artist hospitality at the Orion. She highlights the importance of providing a unique and memorable experience for artists and the community. Alex also dis...

What's Happening in Huntsville on May 9 - 16!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting SponsorReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s toughes...