Member Spotlight: Natalie Stauffer – Capturing Life Through Her Lens

Natalie Stauffer

Mansfield, OH – July 22, 2025 — At She’s Simply Connected, we celebrate the stories of women who build with heart, lead with resilience, and create with purpose. Today, we’re shining the spotlight on one such woman—photographer, entrepreneur, and inspiration—Natalie Stauffer.

Natalie’s journey into photography began with a love for the arts and a desire to see the world differently. While she admits she wasn’t the best at drawing, she found her creativity ignited behind the camera. “Every photographer does things slightly different and that's the beauty in it,” she shared. “We all have our own visions and editing styles.” What began as a creative exploration quickly became a powerful calling—to freeze moments in time and tell stories through her lens.

But Natalie’s journey is more than just beautiful photos. It’s a story of grit, grace, and entrepreneurial spirit. As a single mom, she built not one, but two businesses—from offering photography services to running a virtual assistant company providing bookkeeping and executive support. Her proudest moment? Using the income from her businesses to support her family and buy their first home. “That,” she said, “was everything.”

Her advice to women just starting out? “Be brave. Take chances. If it’s something you're passionate about, work won't feel like ‘work.’” Natalie embodies this mindset daily—grounded, determined, and passionate about what she does.

When asked about how she stays focused, Natalie keeps it refreshingly real: “If I can’t focus, I reset with a break—a walk, dance break, or even grocery shopping. I come back clearer.” Her go-to tools include Asana for task tracking and a calendar full of reminders to keep everything flowing.

For Natalie, connection isn’t just about networking—it’s about knowing people’s hearts. “I don’t want to simply know your business. I want to know your ‘why.’” That’s what She’s Simply Connected means to her—genuine relationships, shared resources, and a community that uplifts each other.

Fun fact? Natalie’s been a surrogate—twice. And if she could sit down for lunch with anyone, it would be Mother Teresa. “To learn her ‘why’ and the heart behind what she did—that would be amazing.”

Natalie, thank you for showing us what it means to create boldly, serve passionately, and connect deeply. We’re honored to have you in our community, and we can’t wait to see you at the next speaking event in August. Click here to learn more: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/panel-of-speakers-mental-health-wealth-self-care-tickets-1482320724189?aff=oddtdtcreator