Vanessa ~ The Journey

Vanessa ~ The Journey

From A Journey with Women Who Boss Up by Marci Taylor

January 6, 2026 · 29 min · Season 7 · Episode 1

About this episode

Vanessa Frias shares her journey as a first-generation farmer and educator, highlighting her work at Willowbrook Farms and her commitment to sustainable agriculture.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of A Journey with Women Who Boss Up ! Today, we’re heading out to the beautiful countryside of Cassopolis, Michigan to meet a woman who’s redefining what it means to grow, teach, and lead from the ground up — literally! Our guest, Vanessa Frias , is a proud wife, mother, educator, and first-generation farmer who turned a dream into a thriving reality. As the owner of Willowbrook Farms , Vanessa has built a 35-acre agricultural haven where she raises pasture-raised poultry and meats, educates her community about sustainable farming, and inspires others to connect with the land. From the classroom to the farm fields, Vanessa’s journey is about faith, family, and following your vision — even when the road is uncertain. She’s proof that with passion, purpose, and persistence, you can plant seeds that grow into something extraordinary. Let’s welcome this incredible woman who’s nourishing both her community and the next generation — Vanessa Frias of Willowbrook Farms .

People in this episode

Host: Marci Taylor

Guest: Vanessa Frias

Topics covered

  • sustainable farming
  • entrepreneurship
  • community education
  • women in business
  • agriculture

Keywords

  • farming
  • entrepreneur
  • sustainability
  • education
  • community

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Willowbrook Farms

Places: Cassopolis, Michigan

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