Which collaborations have elevated Natasha Nicholes's influence in the lifestyle blogging sphere?

I don’t have a comprehensive list of every collaboration I’ve done, but I can share the types of partnerships that have really helped elevate my influence and connection with readers.

• Family travel and road trip brands – Working with destinations (like my Tennessee and Memphis coverage) and family-friendly attractions has positioned me as a go-to voice for travel-loving families.
• Homeschooling and education resources – Collaborations around Black history, women’s history, and unschooling have deepened trust with homeschooling parents looking for practical, culturally rich tools.
• Food and home brands – Recipes like my Zuppa Toscana, Panera-style baked potato soup, and homemade vanilla extract often come from or lead to relationships with food and kitchen brands.
• Chicago-based events and institutions – Coverage of the Chicago Auto Show, theatre, and cultural exhibits (like the Green Book exhibit) has strengthened my local influence and ties to Chicago tourism and arts partners.

If you tell me what angle you’re most curious about (travel, homeschool, Chicago, or food), I can dig into more specific types of collabs in that lane.

What kind of collaboration are you thinking about—brand research, influencer outreach, or inspiration for your own work?