Athina Via shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Good morning Athina, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
Honestly, my first 90 minutes are pure chaos and comfort all in one. I’m getting my kids up, fed, dressed, and out the door for school by 8:30 — that’s my first big win of the day. Then I grab my coffee, check my emails, read my morning prayer, and that’s when I really start to shift into work mode. Usually, that means diving into social media — checking what’s scheduled to go out, answering DMs, or catching up on client content. It’s a mix of mom life and business life, but that rhythm actually keeps me grounded and creative.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Athina, the owner of Spokane House of Social — a creative social media agency that helps local businesses and brands show up online in a way that actually feels real and intentional. We specialize in behind-the-scenes content creation, social-media-focused videography, and management — basically everything that helps a brand tell its story through authentic visuals and connection.
What makes us unique is that we’re not just creating content — we’re capturing the heartbeat of each business. Whether that’s filming a therapist’s story, showing the real people behind a salon, or creating next-day wedding BTS, it’s always about making social media feel human again.
I started House of Social because I saw so many amazing small businesses struggling to translate their in-person magic to online spaces — and I wanted to bridge that gap. Right now, we’re growing fast, adding new creative packages, and continuing to help Spokane businesses feel seen and celebrated.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Before the world told me who I had to be, I was a girl just trying to figure out how to keep going. I lost my significant other at a young age, and for a while, I really struggled with my faith and what my life was supposed to look like after that. I never imagined I’d one day own a business — let alone still be standing three years in, doing something I love every single day. That season of loss and uncertainty taught me how to rebuild, trust again, and create a life that’s mine. Looking back, I can see how God was planting seeds even then — I just didn’t know they’d grow into this.
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
The fear that’s held me back the most has probably been the fear of failure — or maybe more honestly, the fear of not being enough. When you go through loss early in life, it shakes your sense of control and confidence. Starting a business, especially as a mom and a creative, brought all those insecurities to the surface — wondering if I was capable, if people would take me seriously, or if it would all fall apart. But I’ve learned that fear doesn’t go away — you just get better at moving with it. Every time I push through it, I realize that what’s on the other side is usually growth, confidence, and proof that I was capable all along.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Is the public version of you the real you?
I’d say the public version of me is a part of the real me — but not the whole picture. What people see online is the creative, driven side of me that loves storytelling and helping other brands shine. But behind the camera, I’m also a mom trying to juggle a million things, building a business, and learning how to trust God’s plan. I think social media shows the highlight reel, but I try really hard to make sure it also shows the heart. The real me is still there — just with better lighting and a coffee in hand.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people say that I loved deeply and lived with purpose. That I showed up for my family, my friends, and my community — even when life was hard. I hope they say I created things that made people feel seen and reminded them that beauty can come from rebuilding. Losing someone young taught me how short life really is, so I’ve tried to live mine with intention — to make my work, my faith, and my love for others mean something. If people remember me as someone who gave more than she took, and who turned pain into something that helped others, that’s the story I’d want told
Contact Info:
- Website: https://house-of-social.com/
- Instagram: @spokane.houseofsocial
Image Credits
Mack Lloyd Photography
Shots by Salem
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