Allysse Shank-Rivas is a talented and compassionate communication specialist who has carved a unique path for herself. In the lively city of San Antonio, Texas, Allysse discovered her passion for communication and storytelling.

After earning her degree in Communication Studies from the University of North Texas, she pursued a career the hotel and hospitality industry where she honed her skills in connecting with people. However, her entrepreneurial spirit longed for more. She began building her online presence with a heartwarming blog, "I Made Lemonade," dedicated to providing a platform for others to share their inspiring stories of overcoming adversity. This kicked off her passion for digital marketing and storytelling.

Allysse's journey continued as she ventured into social media, marketing, and community event management. Her connection to the local food and beverage industry grew through her work with the Hot Wells Harvest Feast, an annual chef-driven event. This opened the doors to the captivating world of the local food and beverage industry.

When 2020 brought events to a halt, her passion for storytelling in the culinary world deepened. Transitioning into freelance work, Allysse used her photography skills to capture the essence of her clients. Her photography extends beyond food, skillfully portraying people, behind-the-scenes moments, and the heartbeat of her clients through her lens.

Today, Allysse continues her creative journey through Ann Compositions—named after her two grandmothers and mother—combining her passion for photography and social media management to showcase the compelling stories of people and businesses in her beloved city of San Antonio. She is also a proud part owner of Hagan Rivas Marketing and Media Group, where she applies her diverse skills to a broader range of marketing and media projects.

She resides in Central San Antonio with her husband Joel, brilliant and talented step-kids, dog Potato, cats Neil & Ziggy, and axolotl Quetzalcoatl.