Presented By All Touch Case Wil Portillo, @xwilito_ This month, we’re proud to feature Wil Portillo (@xwilito_) – a lifelong collector whose story serves as a reminder that collecting isn’t always about value, scarcity, or profit. Sometimes it’s simply about preserving the things that make us feel connected to who we are. Like many collectors, Wil’s journey started long before he understood what a penny sleeve was. At just five years old, he was already
Presented By All Touch Case Dave Soffen, @bigdogdave99 This month, we’re proud to feature Dave Soffen (@bigdogdave99) – a larger-than-life personality in our community whose energy, honesty, and willingness to show up have made a real impact over the past year. If you’ve been in a Collectors MD meeting, chances are you’ve heard Dave. He’s boisterous, engaged, and never afraid to speak his mind – but underneath that is someone who’s deeply reflective and committed
Conor McGrath This month, we’re proud to feature Conor McGrath – one of our own team members and a collector whose story is deeply rooted in Boston sports, 90s basketball, and the moments that stay with you long after the game ends. Conor’s collection is built on more than players and cardboard. It’s tied to identity, memory, and the emotional imprint that sports can leave behind. Growing up just outside of Boston, sports weren’t just
Luke Kusumoto, @uberman808 This month, we’re proud to feature Luke Kusumoto (@uberman808) – one of our community members joining us from Hawaii and a collector whose range, perspective, and intentionality truly stand out. Luke’s collection is one of the most versatile we’ve seen. It doesn’t live in a single lane or category. Alongside curated sets of sports cards and memorabilia, you’ll find Funko Pops, action figures, pins, posters, Pac-Man stickers, and other pieces tied to
Martina Fasano, @darthtrader89 This month, we’re proud to feature Martina Fasano (@darthtrader89) in our Collector Spotlight, a passionate lifelong Toronto Blue Jays and New England Patriots fan, and a mother who now collects alongside her son. Martina’s story reflects the heart of what Collectors MD is all about. Her collection isn’t driven by hype or resale value. It’s built on nostalgia, memory, and personal connection. From childhood Jose Canseco cards that once felt impossible to
Alex Bridgeforth, @alexbridgeforth This month, we’re proud to feature Alex Bridgeforth (@alexbridgeforth) in our Collector Spotlight – an Army veteran, devoted father of four young boys, and the anchor of a Chargers-loving family. Alex has become a vocal and consistent presence within the Collectors MD community, actively participating in the Intention group chat, our Discord, and weekly peer-support meetings where he openly shares progress, reflections, and stories from his and his boys’ shared collecting journey.
Ambre LaVanway, @mznapalm_most.hated This month, we’re proud to feature Ambre LaVanway (@mznapalm_most.hated) in our Collector Spotlight. Ambre is the wife of Collectors MD community member, Travis LaVanway (@montananorseman). Ambre’s own collecting story – and her honesty about it – have deeply resonated within the Collectors MD community. Her Daily Reflection, A Shift in Perspective, delivered a powerful line: “Not everything that sparkles is truly valuable”. Ambre learned that lesson firsthand after losing money and even
Mikey Dabb, @thecamp0ut This month, we’re proud to feature a name that’s been woven into the fabric of the sneaker community for years – Mikey Dabb aka @thecamp0ut. Mikey’s nickname “thecamp0ut” comes from his early days lining up outside NYC boutiques like KITH, Cncpts, Extra Butter, and Supreme – back when ‘camping out’ was a defining part of sneaker culture.That passion carried forward and grew into a voice of integrity and authenticity that’s widely respected
Brandon Howard, @CollectorCharles This month, we’re proud to feature Brandon Howard (@CollectorCharles) in our Collector Spotlight. Brandon first joined Collectors MD earlier this year and quickly became one of the most active members of our community. He’s been a consistent presence at our weekly peer-support meetings, engages regularly in our group chat, and has even started contributing to our Daily Reflection series – including a piece we published last week, Pack It Up: Why Modern
Travis LaVanway, @montananorseman This month, we’re proud to feature Travis LaVanway (@montananorseman) – a true embodiment of what it means to collect with intention. Travis first joined us after being one of two winners in our Collector Appreciation Giveaway #2, but it didn’t take long for him to become a cornerstone member of the Collectors MD community. He’s been a tremendous supporter, showing up for our weekly peer-support meetings without fail, engaging daily in our
Jonathan, @theclemsonkidcards This month, we’re proud to feature a collector who embodies so much of what Collectors MD stands for – Jonathan (@theclemsonkidcards). Jonathan’s feed is a refreshing reminder that collecting doesn’t have to revolve around hype, high-end hits, or dollar signs. His posts aren’t just about what’s valuable – they’re about what’s meaningful. In a recent post, Jonathan shared an unlicensed Paul Skenes second-year card from Donruss Baseball, writing: “These aren’t worth even $10,
Tyler Mansour, @arab_lincoln This month, we’re proud to feature Tyler Mansour (@arab_lincoln), a collector and visual storyteller whose work brings a rare sense of intentionality to the hobby. Known for his high-touch, deeply considered photography, Tyler’s posts aren’t just images of sneakers – they’re moments. Carefully composed, visually striking, and rooted in meaning, each photo offers a quiet pause in a feed often dominated by hype. His approach reflects what we at Collectors MD believe
