MEET VANESSA GAITAN

Family calls me Vanni.
You can, too.

I’m an Austin local who loves good conversation, a little adventure, and making everyday life easier for the people around me.

I started VANNI for a personal reason: I know how much it would mean to have someone I trust looking out for my parents if I lived far away. I wanted to offer that same reassurance to other families.

For years, I’ve brought laughter, games, company, and practical help into the lives of my parents and extended family. Organizing a closet, going along to an appointment, or simply spending an afternoon together: these are things I genuinely enjoy.

Volunteering with Meals on Wheels has given me another way to connect with older adults in my community. Eventually, I found myself wondering: why not build a business around something that comes so naturally?