In this powerful episode of Beyond Your Brand, we sit down with Krista Kowalczyk, a professional photographer with over 30 years of experience capturing life’s most meaningful milestones—weddings, families, and cherished moments across generations. After Hurricane Ian devastated over 3,500 square miles of Southwest Florida in 2022, Krista’s mission shifted from simply documenting memories to preserving them. Families who lost everything turned to her for help salvaging and protecting their most treasured photographs. Through this experience, Krista discovered a deeper purpose: helping people safeguard their legacies so they’re never lost to disaster. Krista is not only a photographer but also the author of Beyond the Storm, a photo organizing coach, speaker, and workshop host. She teaches simple, effective methods to secure, back up, and organize personal photos—empowering families to keep their stories safe for generations to come. We talk about her journey, her book, her nationwide workshops, and even her upcoming cruise experience that blends education with community. Whether you’re a photographer, entrepreneur, or someone who values family history, this conversation will inspire you to see photos in a whole new way.
🌐 Website: www.thekristak.com
🔗 LinkedIn: Krista Kowalczyk
📸 Instagram / Facebook: @the.krista.k
Krista has been featured on major media outlets including:
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Good Morning America
ABC World News Tonight with David Muir
Fox Weather
The Weather Channel
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