Fulfillament Stories

After college, Matt and his brother Keegan would kiteboard as much as possible, they taught it, owned a kiteboarding school, edited for a kiteboarding magazine, competed, photographed, were sponsored, and traveled, all for kiteboarding. Together, they started Broneah Kiteboarding. In 2004, M22 was established when the Myers brothers sought to bring life to a passion […]

After college, Matt and his brother Keegan would kiteboard as much as possible, they taught it, owned a kiteboarding school, edited for a kiteboarding magazine, competed, photographed, were sponsored, and traveled, all for kiteboarding. Together, they started Broneah Kiteboarding. In 2004, M22 was established when the Myers brothers sought to bring life to a passion for northern Michigan and it’s natural wonders. Since then, M22 has become a symbol of the shared experiences that belong to everyone who has had the opportunity to visit this paradise. M22 donates 1% of everything to the Leelanau Conservancy and has given over $100,000 to help protect the land and water.

Elizabeth Landry grew up in Cheboygan and Leelanau county MI. She has been writing songs since she was a child. Surrounded by music as a kid, it has been said that she has been singing since the day she was born. With sweet and smokey melodies, Elizabeth has an unmistakable folk flavor with a hint of an […]

Elizabeth Landry grew up in Cheboygan and Leelanau county MI. She has been writing songs since she was a child. Surrounded by music as a kid, it has been said that she has been singing since the day she was born. With sweet and smokey melodies, Elizabeth has an unmistakable folk flavor with a hint of an old blues and country influence.

Here is her story from the October 2018 event.

Michigan native and Traverse area local since 1998, Angela Mary Macke RN, BS, has over 20 years of experience as a holistic nurse and horticulturalist. In 2004, she established Light of Day Organics, a popular small batch certified organic tea farm in Leelanau County.  Angela is committed to igniting inspiration and hope in our individual […]

Michigan native and Traverse area local since 1998, Angela Mary Macke RN, BS, has over 20 years of experience as a holistic nurse and horticulturalist. In 2004, she established Light of Day Organics, a popular small batch certified organic tea farm in Leelanau County.  Angela is committed to igniting inspiration and hope in our individual abilities to improve and maintain our whole-body health.

"The two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why".

Liz Kirkwood is a passionate protector of water and the environment.  Inspired by the complex interaction between water, health, community, and conservation, she is an international water law expert and is executive director of FLOW (For Love of Water) – a Great Lakes water law and policy center based here in Traverse City. “Water runs through […]

Liz Kirkwood is a passionate protector of water and the environment.  Inspired by the complex interaction between water, health, community, and conservation, she is an international water law expert and is executive director of FLOW (For Love of Water) – a Great Lakes water law and policy center based here in Traverse City.

“Water runs through it all.  Water defines us and everything we do on this small blue planet. My life work is about helping people understand the importance of protecting the entire water cycle; this in turn will nurture sustainable and equitable communities, drive prosperity, and bring greater happiness to all.”

Here is Liz's story from the October 2018 event…

brotha James, a Michigander, is a marketing and sales entrepreneur turned musician who left the business world to pursue his destiny of creating inspirational music. Armed with a passion for making music and connecting people through his live performances, Jeremy (brotha James) Reisig brings non-stop enthusiasm and endless energy that leaves his audiences asking for more.  Combining […]

brotha James, a Michigander, is a marketing and sales entrepreneur turned musician who left the business world to pursue his destiny of creating inspirational music. Armed with a passion for making music and connecting people through his live performances, Jeremy (brotha James) Reisig brings non-stop enthusiasm and endless energy that leaves his audiences asking for more.  Combining clever, uplifting lyrics with danceable beats, brotha James masters a distinctive combination of dance/ hip hop/pop to create his distinctive style.  His ability to engage the audience creates an environment that encourages, uplifts and inspires. His lyrics speak to being a dreamer, following the passion for what makes one happy, showing gratitude for simple things, and holding on to the moments that are filled with joy.Whether performing at a small club, entertaining at a private party, or taking the stage in a stadium, playing music for brotha James is not just a job; it is his passion, his calling, his reason for being.

“In the end we will not remember the words of our enemies, we will remember the silence of our friends”