Jess Sagun

From Profit to Purpose: Reimagining Business through Community Involvement, Giving Back, and Service

Jess Sagun, hailing from South Carolina, has built a life deeply anchored in faith and family values. Alongside her husband Walt, with whom she has shared 26 loving years, Jess has nurtured a close-knit family with her two adult children, Curtis (married to Erica) and Kinsey (married to AC), and her six grandchildren. Her steadfast faith has been a guiding light throughout her life, influencing her career and personal choices. 
 
Her journey, marked by an entrepreneurial spirit inherited from her grandparents, has been dedicated to startups and fostering creative change. Jess's dedication to her faith and community is evident in her two decades of service as a worship pastor and as the founder of Abiding Village Urban Arts Center. 
 
Transitioning into the healthcare sector, Jess has taken up the role of a franchisee with The Joint Chiropractic, where she manages three clinics along the coast. Her latest venture, Winna's Kitchen, is a socially conscious restaurant in downtown Myrtle Beach, embracing the simple, heartfelt ethos of #havefun, #eatwell, #dogood, reflecting her own values. 

The journey of Jess and her restaurant, Winna's Kitchen, has garnered attention, being featured on the Cooking Channel's "Chef Swap" and The Today Show with Al Roker. Jess's story is one of faith-driven leadership, community service, and a commitment to making a positive impact in her community.