We’re looking forward to introducing you to Amy Mack. Check out our conversation below.
Hi Amy , thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
I like to have the start of my morning to myself. In order to do that I wake up early, before my attention is called to anyone or anything else. After brushing my teeth, I sit to journal for at least 3 pages. Even if I have nothing to write about, I make myself write, “I have nothing to write.” until I do. For me it’s more about the consistency of brain dumping before I start a new day. It definitely helps clear some mental space. After that I like to meditate for a minimum of 5 minutes, just to quiet any lingering thoughts and set an intention for my day. Then its time to workout!
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’ve always been drawn to the power of stories, and that calling threads through everything I do. Whether I’m performing, working in public service or building relationships across communities, I’m guided by a desire to connect people through shared experiences and honest expression.
My work is rooted in creating space for voices to be heard and understood. I’m energized by opportunities to bring people together, spark dialogue and help shape narratives that inspire clarity, empathy and action.
At this stage in my journey, I’m focused on expanding my influence in both creative and civic arenas. I’m committed to growing as a professional, stretching my abilities and pursuing roles that allow me to engage deeply with others and champion stories that have real impact.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
I was a dancing, singing, running, jumping, tumbling ball of joy, pure energy in its simplest form. I was whoever I decided to be in that moment, unafraid to shift, to experiment, to announce myself boldly without needing permission. I moved through the world with a kind of effortless freedom, drifting with the flow yet always ready to pivot into something new. The unknown wasn’t something to fear; it was a playground, an invitation to explore, to reinvent, to discover pieces of myself I hadn’t met yet. Before society tried to mold me, I was possibility in motion.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
It taught me how strong I really am. A “smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” Sometimes the only way to discover your strength is for your limits to be tested. Suffering revealed capacities in me that comfort never could and showed that I am capable of far more than I usually allow myself to believe, ultimately giving me a deeper trust in myself and my abilities.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Is the public version of you the real you?
The public version of me reflects who I am, but it is not everything. I show certain parts of myself to the world while other parts remain private, messy, and still growing. Both sides are real, just in different ways.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I am surrounded by nature. Being in nature reminds me of the bigger picture and helps me step away and slow down. I love how it is both constant and ever-changing, giving a sense of stability while also inspiring wonder. In those moments I can breathe, feel grounded and simply be.
Image Credits
Ambe J Photography for headshot
