Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?

Those of us who were lucky to have someone see something in us long before we saw it in ourselves know how impactful it can be. We are thrilled to highlight some of those stories and honor some of the OG heroes.

Kara Marshall

I think the people who gave me my nicknames (Karma and Kara Jean) saw me clearly before I ever really saw myself (thanks Coach O’Brien and the DePaul crew at Clark’s). At the time, I didn’t understand why those names stuck, and as I started my art journey, it all began to make sense. Read more>>

Diana Castillo

Honestly, I truly think my fellow Sensazão instructors did. I’m so appreciative to work alongside such incredible women and I can never express enough how grateful I am to have them. Each of them has been so supportive every step of the way since I first decided I wanted to begin teaching. Read more>>

Kylier Marshall

I used to be very shy. Over time, I’ve learned to recognize and embrace the qualities that make me the woman I am today. I think my whole family saw my potential before I could. The two people who stick out the most to me are my sweet grandparents. They encouraged me day after day and were my biggest fans. Read more>>

Jim Galinato

My wife, we’ve been together since I was 22 so we grew up together and talk about everything and when I started talking about starting a guitar brand she was there discussing everything thing with me. Read more>>

Dan Benoit

My wife Sarah saw through my guards and shields , and my business partner Bill continually sees things in me that maybe I’m not ready see. They have continued to push me to be a better version of myself Read more>>