Arts + Culture

Art of Authenticity:

Christophe Hanckowiak’s Honest Eye Behind the Lens Article by Melissa Frankel | Photography by Christophe Hanckowiak In a world overflowing with filters and flawless poses, photographer Christophe Hanckowiak is doing something refreshingly different—he’s keeping it real. His work captures more than what’s in front of the camera. It tells unguarded, human stories. “I believe people want to go back to authenticity,” Christophe says. “Especially now, when AI is blooming and it’s hard to tell...

Travel

The Transformative Power of Exploration

Lindblad Expeditions Cruises Article and Photography by Marnie Van der Burgt Ready to leave the usual tourist crowds behind? Lindblad Expeditions Cruises makes seeing the world from a new angle easy and genuinely exciting. Instead of sticking to the standard stops, Lindblad’s voyages are all about discovery, curiosity, and a little bit of adventure. With over 100 itineraries across more than 70 countries, Lindblad’s reach is global, but their sweet spots are places like the Galápagos and...

Arts + Culture

Curiosity and Culture:

The Brown Family’s Legacy of Exploration and Giving Article by Melissa Frankel | Photography by Christophe Hanckowiak From the terrace of Brown & Brown’s sleek headquarters, Cici Brown gazes over Daytona Beach, reflecting on a life defined by exploration—intellectual, artistic, and global. Her lifelong commitment to curiosity, especially in art, culture, and education, has not only shaped her own path but become a guiding force in her family’s values. For Cici, exploration goes far beyond...

Finance + Legal Services

Inspiration and Intention

Rufus Johnson’s 25-Year Legacy of Clarity, Compassion, and Community-Centered Coverage Article by Erica Rains | Photography by Christophe Hanckowiak By 10 a.m. on any given weekday, Rufus Johnson—owner of the local GEICO office—has already hit the gym, led a team power session, and logged hours of focused work. And he doesn’t slow down. Rufus works every weekday until closing time at 6 p.m., leading by example in the office he’s built and sustained for over two decades. Walk into his office...