
Vocal professional and entrepreneur Joelle Stiles-Brown has always believed that everyone can sing. Her desire to help people find their voices inspired her to study music education at BGSU, and continue to help others after graduation through her work at The Willow Center therapy practice. However, Joelle felt her passion of music didn’t have to be second to her career. Taking the leap, she decided to start her own vocal studio, with the goal of being inclusive of any and all clientele. Joelle talks about braving the business world, her ideas for her vocal studio, and her love for the art.
Riley Runnells is the editor of the Toledo City Paper, Mature Living Magazine and Findlay Living Magazine at Adams Street Media Company. She also spearheads the company's podcast and video efforts and is the co-TikTok manager. Riley has a bachelor's degree in journalism from Ohio University and obtained a dual minor in Entertainment Journalism and Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies. A born and raised Toledoan, Riley is excited to uplift her fellow community members through this project.
Libby Cassidy is the current Sales Coordinator and co-TikTok Manager at Adams Street Media Company, home of the Toledo City Paper. Since graduating from Bowling Green State University with a sociology and marketing degree in 2021, Libby has enjoyed becoming more involved in the Toledo community and is excited to use this platform to engage with her peers and learn more about their Toledo experiences.
Voices Around Us® is supported in part by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds allocated by the City of Toledo and the Lucas County Commissioners and administered by The Arts Commission.