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Contents
Photo courtesy of Galveston Convention & Visitors Bureau.
MARCH
38 on the scene
gourmet
23 KRISTY’S TOP 10 March’s To-Do List 26 Philanthropy Amplify Austin 28 OUT AND ABOUT Party Pics 30 horoscopes Happy Birthday, Pisces!
56 tr ailer treats
must list 32 Must Hear The Sounds of SXSW 34 must read Business Essentials 36 MUST CONNECT Gadgets and Gizmos 38 MUST TRAVEL Road Trip!
style 43 FASHION SXSW Three Ways 48 beauty Austin Beauty Week 50 HAIR SXSW Tips and Trends
wellness 58 health Getting a Good Night’s Sleep 60 Fitness Orangetheory 62 NUTRITION Healthy, Quick, On-the-Go Lunch
opposite sex
78 memo from JB
Trust Me, You’ll Thank Me Later
savvy women
80 MOther of the Bride Finding the Dress 82 Austi n innovator The EVE Project 88 LA ST WORD How SXSW Changed My Life
on the cover
Photo by Matt Lankes
home 52 D ESIGN ADVICE
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Volume 13, issue 7
Co-Founder and Publisher Melinda Maine Garvey vice president and Co-Publisher Christopher Garvey associate publisher Cynthia Guajardo Co-Founder Samantha Stevens
EDITORIAL Editor-in-chief Deborah Hamilton-Lynne associate editor Molly McManus copy editor Chantal Rice contributing writers
Daniel Azneer, Jamie Balli, Cheryl Bemis, Stephanie Bennett, Jill Case, John T. Davis, Meredith Davis, Silvana Di Ravenna, Meredith Ellis, Carrie Gavit, JB Hager, Tiffany Harelik, Deborah Mastelotto, Rachel Merriman, Kristy Owen, Brooke Stacey, Alison Stoos, Vanessa Whitmarsh
ART CREATIVE Director Niki Jones art director Nicole Brown ART ASSISTANT Nora Iglesias CONTRIBUTING ARTISTS
Merrick Ales, Rudy Arocha, Andrew Chan, Martin Cooper, Melissa Deakins, Jim Debth, Jenna Dee, Ellen Dubin, Ashley Hargrove, Korey Howell, Butch Hancock, Quentin C. Keele, David King, Matt Lankes, King Lawrence, Tamara Lichtenstein, Jackie Lovato, Lauren Lumsden, JoJo Marion, Dustin Meyer, Ari Morales, John Pesina. Audrey Sandberg, Janell Shirtcliff, Mike Sloat, Cheryl G. Smith, Jim Turner, Jacqueline Verdugo, Natalie Wetjen, Jessica Wetterer, Vanessa Whitmarsh
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They say timing is everything, and if you happen to be living in Austin, Texas, and if you happen to have one ounce of entrepreneurial spirit in your body, you are in the right place at the right time. In 2013, Austin was ranked the No. 1 city for young entrepreneurs by CEOs younger than 30, and Forbes recently touted our fair city as one of the top 10 up-and-coming global cities with the best incubators for entrepreneurs, one of only three cities in the U.S. that made the exclusive list. Austin is also home to the “Superbowl of investment competitions” held by Texas Venture Labs. With 17 venture capital firms and 14 startup incubators, if you want to develop, launch or grow an idea, Austin is indeed the place to be. As we worked on this issue with an eye on the city’s entrepreneurial bent, I began to think about how we got here. Twenty-two years ago, when I landed in the promise land, there were some startups of note (think Dell) and a nod to the tech sector, but mainly, the city revolved around the University of Texas and, when it was in session, the Legislature. Our greatest claim to fame was live music, and keeping it weird was a way of life. Creatives of all stripes moved to Austin because it was different. It was a city kept forever young by the influx of college students, and a city where out-of-the-box thinking was not only accepted, it was the norm. And nothing reflected the soul and spirit of the city more than South By Southwest, a music festival that has brought the world to Austin every spring since 1987. As the city has grown and interests have expanded to include techies and “filministas,” so too has SXSW. And the number of people who discover Austin year after year are drawn not only to the music, but also the film and interactive conferences. I am struck by a line from the film Field of Dreams: “If you build it, they will come.” And so we now find ourselves consistently ranked as one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., with regional headquarters of Google, Apple, Facebook, Dropbox and Evernote located within our environs. Look at the growth and the appeal, and you are inevitably led back to the draw of the music and SXSW. Because music is such a big part of the story of our city, I was surprised to learn that there are many Austinites who have no idea who Christine Albert is and have never heard her
perform although she has been a regular at clubs and on stages throughout the city since she arrived. What our readers may be surprised to learn is that Albert also holds the highest elected musical office in the country, a position that is rarely held by a working female musician. She serves as the chair of the board of trustees of the Recording Academy, and just finished her first stint presiding over the Grammys. Yes, it is a big deal, huge, in fact, and they couldn’t have selected a nicer person or a better advocate to represent working musicians everywhere. Because SXSW is also a big part of our city’s story, we bring you albums, books, websites and apps that will be in the spotlight this year. We look at styles for festivalgoers of all persuasions, show you an easy way to deal with your hair during those hectic days and take a look at a new segment of the Interactive conference for foodies, appropriately named SouthBites. This brings us back to entrepreneurs and the women you should know, as well as tips for getting started, getting funded and getting connected as you dream of your own business. There can be no more knowledgeable guides for this than Claire England of the Central Texas Angel Network and Laura Kilcrease of Triton Ventures and founder of the Austin Technology Incubator. So if you are reading this issue and dreaming of starting your own business, rest assured that you are in the right place at the right time. Now go out there and create, innovate, make your millions. But remember how it all began and stay true to your roots. Get out there and “keep Austin weird.”
deborah hamilton-lynne Editor-in-Chief
Just a few of the notable Austin entrepreneurs who ALSO happen TO be AW cover women KENDRA SCOTT Kendra Scott Jewelry. Named one of the Top 100 Entrepreneurs in America by Upstart Business Journal, Kendra Scott got her start at the kitchen table, and recently attracted the attention and investment of venture capitalists, which will enable her to play an even bigger role on the national scene.
SUSAN DELL Michael and Susan Dell Foundation. Everyone knows the story: Michael Dell started with $1,000 while he was a student at the University of Texas, and created a worldwide empire worth billions. But what you may not know is that Dell and his bride, Susan, are the co-founders of one of the largest philanthropic foundations in the U.S., and are committed to transforming the lives of children living in urban poverty.
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GAY GADDIS T3. Founded by Gay Gaddis more than 25 years ago, T3 is the largest woman-owned independent agency in the U.S., with more than $300 million in billings. Forrester Research recently recognized T3 as one of the five most innovative agencies in the world.
AMY SIMMONS Amy’s Ice Creams. Amy Simmons famously wrote a hot check to fund her first store on Guadalupe Street, and she has come a long way since she graced the first cover of AW in 2002, but no one business epitomizes the soul of Austin more than Amy’s Ice Creams. Simmons has been keeping it weird since 1984, a year before the launch of Dell, and three years before SXSW.
ROCHELLE RAE Rae Cosmetics. Frustrated with heavy makeup applications and influenced by the active lifestyle of women in Austin, Rochelle Rae set out to create a line of cosmetics designed for real life and real women who perspire and still want to look fresh. Rae Cosmetics products are carried in locations throughout the U.S., as well as the United Kingdom, Andorra, Spain and Portugal.
Christine Albert photo by Matt Lankes. Claire England photo by Natalie Wetjen. SouthBites photo by King Lawrence. Deborah Hamilton-Lynne photo by Korey Howell.
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This month, we asked our contributors: What is your favorite thing to do or place to be during March in Austin?
MATT LANKES
Cover photographer, “Christine Albert” Page 64
Matt Lankes, a seventh-generation Texan, grew up in Austin playing soccer and watching his father take pictures for the Austin American-Statesman. Matt’s work is in the permanent collection of The National Portrait Gallery at the Smithsonian and at The Wittliff Collections at Texas State University. “Listening to music during South By Southwest is one of my favorite things to do in March in Austin.”
JOHN T. DAVIS
Cover writer, “Christine Albert” Page 64
John T. Davis is an Austin-based freelance writer of longstanding. He has covered the music, personalities, destinations and history of Austin and Texas for local, regional and national publications. His latest book is Now It’s Now Again, a musical biography of The Flatlanders. He is also the co-author (writing as Miles Arceneaux) of a series of mystery novels set on the Texas Gulf Coast. “I enjoy the mid-week day parties during SXSW Music: great music, and not as crazy and crowded as the weekend bacchanalia. Save the weekend for a road trip to Washington County for barbecue and early season wildflowers.”
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hair, “Christine Albert” Page 64 and “SXSW TIPS & TRENDS” Page 50
Vanessa Whitmarsh works at Jackson Ruiz salon in downtown Austin. She has styled hair for New York Fashion Week, Austin Fashion Week and various photo shoots and hair shows locally and abroad. She knows that even on a girl’s darkest day, all could be right with the world with just a good cut. “I love living in Austin during South By Southwest. It brings in the most interesting people, and a night out never ends when or where you thought it would!”
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Nora Iglesias moved to Austin in 2011 to pursue a career in graphic design. While she was in school, she realized magazine layout was her favorite type of design, and was very excited when she was offered the position of art assistant at AW Media. She has since moved back to Monterrey, Mexico, but enjoys freelancing for Austin Woman. “South By Southwest is one of the best events in Austin. I love music, movies, art, and South By Southwest has all those things. During the nights, I enjoy listening to new bands or I’ll see if a band I like will be playing. One of the best events I’ve been to was the Tegan and Sara concert.”
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The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas presents an exhibition of approximately 100 works by 66 artists that explore how painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking and photography not only responded to the political and social turmoil of the era, but also helped influence its direction. The diverse group of artists in the exhibition, running through May 10, includes Andy Warhol and Romare Bearden, as well as a rarely seen portrait of President Lyndon Baines Johnson by Norman Rockwell. To win tickets to the exhibit and a pair of tickets for the special B Scene Art and Soul on March 6, featuring the music of The Soul Supporters, like AW’s Facebook page and keep an eye out for a chance to share your favorite artist.
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March 14 – 28, Travis County Expo Center, 7311 Decker Lane rodeoaustin.com If South By Southwest is not your scene, perhaps Rodeo Austin is. This year, there’s a great concert lineup that includes Willie Nelson, Eli Young Band, Panic! At The Disco, the Beach Boys and many more. Enjoy the rodeo with or without going to the concerts, as the fairgrounds will be alive all day with Texas-style fun. The grounds are packed with barbecue cookouts, pony rides, puppet shows, carnival rides and games. If you decide to stay for the concerts, the venue isn’t huge, so all the seats offer good viewing. It’s fun to watch some of the rodeo events before the show. We are Texans, after all, so I’m sure we can all appreciate a little bull riding or a good calf scramble. austinwomanmagazine.com | 23
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Zilker Kite Festival
March 1, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Road abckitefestival.com
The Zilker Kite Festival is the nation’s oldest kite festival. This is one of the best events in Austin every year. It’s a great family-friendly festival but is really fun for all ages. While you can fly a kite just for kicks, there are different contests to enter if you’re feeling extra competitive this year. It truly is such a fun day at Zilker. On top of more kites than you can imagine, there are also plenty of vendors selling your favorite Austin treats. Warning: Parking is a major challenge! This festival always draws a crowd, so plan to ride your bike or take one of the shuttles.
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Texas Independence Day Celebration at The Capitol
March 2, noon, Capitol Rotunda, 1100 Congress Ave. celebratetexas.org If you live in the Capital City and didn’t know March 2 is Texas Independence Day, then shame on you! The Capitol will hold a celebration at noon on Texas Independence Day. If you can’t make the noon celebration, use this day as an excuse to go stroll the Capitol grounds at some point this month. It’s absolutely beautiful, and you can book a tour or take a self-guided tour. Either way, it’s worth the visit. Pro tip: You can walk the grounds and take a peek inside the building at night.
St. Patrick’s Day Outdoor Party at Fado Irish Pub
March 17, Fado Irish Pub, 214 W. Fourth St. fadoirishpub.com/austin/st-patricks-day-2015 Fado plays host to Austin’s largest St. Patrick’s Day outdoor festival. They close down Fourth Street and set up a large tent area and beer garden that gets absolutely packed. The day is filled with live music, giveaways, beer, beer and more beer. It is an all-around good time!
Artists & Artisans Festival
March 21 and 22, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave. wildflower.org/artisans
Wildflowers are hard to predict, as blooming depends on the weather patterns for the year, but once they are in full bloom, a trip to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is necessary. In a typical year, April is when we see the wildflowers in full bloom. The center will kick off its annual Wildflower Days with the 2015 Artists & Artisans Festival. This festival showcases more than 30 artists in beads, watercolors, metal, glass and other media. There will be all kinds of nature-themed pieces available for purchase. Whether you’re looking to buy some wildflower-themed pieces or just get out and enjoy the beauty of springtime in Austin, this event is a must-do. Admission: $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $4 for children, free for ages 5 and younger.
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March 5 – 8, Austin’s Museum of Human Achievement ticketfly.com/purchase/ event/773353?utm_medium=bks
It’s always fun to see a past Austin Woman cover woman out and about. Elizabeth McQueen, October 2014 cover woman, is throwing a big show/installation/party all in one. Her band will be playing new songs that are centered on the highs and lows of commitment. While the band is playing, the audience will control the interactive structures (built by designer/visual artist Jerome Morrison) using their bodies. It will be a one-ofa-kind visual experience, and kids are welcome. The location will be emailed to you once tickets are purchased. Tickets are $10 in advance and kids get free admission.
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Interactive: March 13 – 17 Film: March 13 – 21 Music: March 17 – 22 sxsw.com
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March is one of the wildest times of the year, with South By Southwest coming to town. The city turns into an international playground for people to pitch their latest ideas at the interactive portion or try to catch a glimpse of a hot new film or musician. There’s no substitute for being downtown during this time. The city is more alive than ever with parties, shows, events and more. I have never gotten a badge for South By Southwest, as they are expensive, but that never stops me from roaming the streets of downtown Austin and going wherever the day takes me. While several parties are for people with badges only, there is still plenty of fun to be had for those that aren’t sporting a badge.
March 27, 6 to 9 p.m., Ten Thousand Villages, 4803 Burnet Road facebook.com/events/753576421404692
Each year, Ten Thousand Villages celebrates International Women’s Day by recognizing outstanding women with awards for humanitarianism, environmentalism, animal welfare and emerging changemaker. After winners have been selected, there will be an awards ceremony at the store on March 27. This is a great opportunity to celebrate cool women doing cool things throughout town. Know someone who deserves to be recognized? Nominations are open through March 8. More details are available at tenthousandvillages.com.
Zilker Garden Festival
March 28 and 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road zilkergarden.org/about/events/ zgf2015/zgf.html Springtime in the Capital City means Zilker Botanical Garden is having its annual garden festival to help ring in the season. It’s a one-stop shop to help you plant the perfect spring garden full of flowers, fruits or vegetables. There will be everything you can possibly want at a garden festival, including a flower show, gardening talks, arts and crafts, and, of course, live music. There will also be plenty of food from local vendors. Admission: $8 for adults, $4 for children, free for ages 4 and younger, $5 for parking.
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1509 South Lamar Blvd. chilantrobbq.com
I’ve died and gone to food heaven. I’ve always been a fan of Chi’lantro but recently made it out to the brick-and-mortar location, which officially opened in January, and was blown away. There is not a bad thing on the menu. But for the sake of conversation, here is the rundown of my favorites. Start with the chips and esquites (a magical mix of corn, cotija cheese, Korean pepper and magic sauce). The K-Pops are also amazing, so much so that after sampling them all, I couldn’t pick a favorite. The kimchi fries are legendary, so you pretty much have to try them when you visit.
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Amplify Austin: Making Austin a Better Place to Live
Supporting local nonprofits in a fun, interactive way. By Silvana Di Ravenna If you have always wanted to support cherished local nonprofit organizations that help keep Austin cultured and weird, but didn’t know how or where to help, I Live Here, I Give Here’s upcoming Amplify Austin event is a great place to start.
Sponsored Events I Live Here, I Give Here: Amplify Austin March 5, 6p.m. – March 6, 6p.m. amplifyatx.org Texas Women in Business Luncheon March 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shoal Crossing Event Center, 8611 North Mopac Expressway texaswomeninbusiness.org Jewish Federation of Greater Austin: 16th Annual Women’s Division Mosaic Luncheon March 30, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hyatt Regency, 208 Barton Springs Road shalomaustin.org/mosaic
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The annual event, which in just three short years has grown to an essential part of the local philanthropic scene, is a community-wide celebration of generosity and giving that encourages people to donate to their favorite nonprofits, or to find a new one. “Austinites love festivals, and online giving days like Amplify Austin seemed like a natural fit for our passionate and changing community,” says I Live Here, I Give Here Executive Director Tom Spencer. “So we started Amplify Austin because we saw it as a way to make giving back fun and easy.” The goal for this year’s Amplify Austin campaign is to raise $7 million in just 24 hours, and 520 Central Texas nonprofits are currently gearing up to make that happen. Phoebe Chen, the organization’s director of nonprofit and customer relations, explains that the biggest news for this year is St. David’s Foundation providing a $1 million match for their nonprofit grant partners. “Fifty or so of the organizations participating will have the chance to have their donations ‘amplified’ by the St. David’s Foundation’s very generous gift,” she says. Amplify Austin 2015 will also feature a brand new mobile-friendly site that will help donors to shop and browse online during the 24-hour event, allowing participants to give to as many nonprofits as they wish. “Last year, more than 800 people signed up to be individual fundraisers for their favorite causes, and together, they raised over $442,000,” says Veronica De La Rosa, I Live Here, I Give Here’s associate director of programs and operations. “We hope to double that number this year.” To get involved, donors can go to amplifyatx.org and schedule donations to their favorite causes. Participants can also join in during the live event, which will begin at 6 p.m. on March 5 and will run until 6 p.m. on March 6.
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Thank You to our 2015 Philanthropy Day Sponsors [ EVENT UNDERWRITERS ]
Amplify Austin: By the Numbers* 94,257 total visits to
amplifyatx.org during last year’s 24-hour Amplify Austin event
$78,000 awarded in
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prizes to 54 nonprofits
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$111,000 incentive dollars raised and distributed
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More than 34,000 gifts made online by nearly 20,000 donors [ silver sponsors ]
More than 800 people raised more than $442,000 through their Amplify Austin fundraising pages
$875,000 matched by St. David’s Foundation
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3M • BSA LifeStructures • Cook-Walden Funeral Homes & Cemeteries • Corridor Title The Herndon Family Foundation • Hyatt Regency Austin • Monkey Mat • Rebecca Powers Marc & Carolyn Seriff • Scott & White Healthcare Foundation • Silicon Labs St. David’s Foundation • Topfer Family Foundation
[ bronze sponsors ] ACE: A Community for Education • American Red Cross of Central Texas Anti-Defamation League • Any Baby Can • Austin Children’s Services - Sara Rathgeber Austin Community College Foundation • Austin Community Foundation • Austin Pets Alive! Ballet Austin • Ballet Austin Guild • Breakthrough Austin • Capital Area Dental Foundation Capital Area Food Bank of Texas • Caritas of Austin • Center for Child Protection Children at Heart Ministries • Children’s Medical Center Foundation of Central Texas Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas • Family Eldercare • Foundation Communities Goodwill Central Texas • Hand to Hold • Jewish Federation of Greater Austin The Junior League of Austin • LifeWorks • The Long Center for the Performing Arts Meals on Wheels and More • Mobile Loaves & Fishes • Partnerships for Children The Rise School of Austin • Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas Seedling Foundation • Seminary of the Southwest The Seton Fund of the Daughters of Charity • Texas Performing Arts • Texas State University Thinkery • United Way for Greater Austin • University of Texas at Austin • YMCA of Austin The core purpose of the Greater Austin Chapter of AFP is to foster a vibrant philanthropic community through nurturing fundraising professional excellence. National Philanthropy Day was first established in 1986 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress. This celebration is dedicated to those who give their time, talents, and treasure for the betterment of society.
*Based on 2014 data.
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1. Tom, Carmel and Josh Borders 2. Editor-in-Chief Deborah Hamilton-Lynne with the Texas Cowboys Photos by Quentin C. Keele.
Association of Fundraising Professionals PHILANTHROPY DAY 3
1. Jillonne Johnson and February cover woman Natalie Madeira Cofield 2. Olympia Sobande, Korey Howell, Natalie Madeira Cofield
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Your month: So, exciting things are finally happening in your career, are they? We did warn you, so the magnificence of your shining birthday persona shouldn’t surprise you. What may be surprising though is, in the first 15 days of your month, you may find a lack of communication, a seeming inability to speak out on your own behalf. And the good things people are saying about you aren’t said in front of you either. Everything else rocks: love, work energy, love-of-work energy and a clear direction for your life GPS. Just wait it out; after the 15th, words pour forth like candy from a split piñata. ➺ We are solidly into the new three-year cycle, and finally, the element of fire is apparent all around us. We feel compelled by a force greater than ourselves to take action, especially drastic action. Expect unexpected and amazing results from this drastic action, so be not afraid. Everything’s going to be all right. Aries (March 21–April 20): A creative explosion just happened inside your brain and its leaking out all over your life, to your work, your home, your friends, yes, even your basic life philosophy. You want to move, to change, to make things, to make things happen and you want to do it NOW. You can see the big picture and steps, like a staircase, to get there. This is new for you, to make plans so far into the future. It’s exciting and constructive energy, but it can also be destructive, so be careful not to throw the baby out with the bathwater, so to speak. Taurus (April 21–May 21): Everyone else seems to be roaring down the runway into 2015 like a 747, leaping tall buildings in a single bound, but you are...remodeling? Yes, this month, your focus is much more intimate and insular. You feel the need to hunker down, recharge and regroup, and hold your cards close to your chest. The good news is you can take this month to focus on home and not miss out on anything. The bad news? Please try not to let dreams of a bigger home tempt you into a bigger mortgage than you can swing. Be careful of friends with big promises of big returns. Gemini (May 22–June 20): What a busy bee you are this month! If there exists a party to be planned, a club meeting to be held or a special event to attend, you (and your entourage) are invited. If your town needs superheroes to right some wrongs, you (and your entou-
rage) get the call. And if there’s work to be done and the word to get out, you (and your entourage) will do it. There’s just one small fly in an otherwise amazing ointment: your partner. He or she may not be as pleased to see the world revolving around you as you might like. Cancer (June 21–July 22): Most experts like to call you guys homebodies, but they just need to see you in action this month to retract that claim. You’re on fire with your career, and it isn’t just work that gets you going. It’s the big concept of “your WORK,” the work that defines you that has you planning out the next three years in precise detail. Your goals have changed radically, your view is much more global, less local and you feel things passionately. But you may need to remind yourself that others (your partners) don’t necessarily feel as intensely about those things as you do. Leo (July 23–Aug. 23): A lot happens for you in March, so hold on to your hat. The professional wind is definitely blowing in your direction, and your hard work is finally paying off. It’ll be a great month for finances. Money pours in from all directions, especially from some foreign directions, so take a trip. Then stash any excess money and use it to get rid of old debts. It’s a good month to follow some financial advice and dabble. Just keep in mind this quote by Thomas Carlyle: “Success in life, in anything, depends upon the
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number of persons that one can make himself agreeable to.” Virgo (Aug. 24–Sept. 22): Day-to-day life and a busy routine may not be someone else’s idea of a good time, but you thrive on it. You thrive, too, on a solid relationship, and you’re happiest and most powerful when you’re supported and loved, and you learn about yourself (your life’s goal). Relationship difficulties can really do a number on you, and this month, partnerships are your primary focus. Astrologically, March can be a very sexy month, so if things get rocky at home, take a trip. Trust me on this. You and your partner will really benefit from a change of scene. Libra (Sept. 23–Oct. 22): Your fortune for March: If you aren’t in a committed relationship, this is your month to discover one. It’ll probably happen at work, you probably know the person and he or she is probably already a friend. It’ll most likely be a surprise and happen like a bolt of lightning from the sky. Expect some sort of communication problem, like long distances or a language barrier, but you can work around that. We’re talking partnership, not just a fling, and it’ll knock your socks off. If you’re already in a committed relationship, this reads the same way but in more of a friendly “bromance” sort of way. Probably. Scorpio (Oct. 23–Nov. 21): Work, work, work, create, work, create. Start new projects, hand them off, oversee their completion, work, start new projects, hand them off, oversee their completion. Work, create, create, do art, design, play, play with kids, work, create, do art, design, play, play with kids. Tighten up your online presence, work, communicate, design, create, tighten up your online presence, work, communicate, design, create, tighten up your online presence, work, communicate, design, create. Work, work, work, create, work, work, create. You get the picture. That’s March for you. That’s it. So go on, work, work, work, create.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22– Dec. 21): “Luck marches with those who give their best,” says H. Jackson Brown Jr. He should know because he’s the author best known for his New York Times bestseller, Life’s Little Instruction Book. But you also have Lady Luck marching with you this month, regardless of whether you give your best. March is just your lucky month. Of course, you’ll give your best. That goes without saying, but opportunities and helpful people are drawn to you like foot-sore soldiers to a campfire. Take advantage and have fun, have parties, entertain with your wit, intelligence, travel savvy and insatiable thirst for the meaning of life. Capricorn (Dec. 22–Jan. 20): You Capricorns have a knack for helping other people figure out what to do with their money, and this month (and really for the next several months), you can take on clients at home, work from home, create a home office and basically run several folks’ financial lives for them and never leave your house. Mortgages, houses, financing and refinancing homes and playing with other people’s money are lucky for you this month. Even if this kind of thing isn’t your kind of thing, expect some advantageous connection with someone else’s money, real estate and you. You’ll see. It’s going to be fun. Aquarius (Jan. 21–Feb. 19): When two people grasp the same concept at the same time without words, I call it the Vulcan mind meld. I stole this from Spock and Star Trek, and it’s what keeps happening to you all month. Don’t let it freak you out; just go with it. Communication and communion are in the stars for you, and not just with your romantic partners. You’ll intuit the minds of business partners, partners on projects and co-workers too. Don’t be surprised if you and your coworkers show up for work this month looking like you called each other and coordinated your wardrobes to match. By Deborah Mastelotto deborah@pinkaustin.com
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The Sounds of SXSW
Discover an international contingent of artists and bands during this year’s conference. By Daniel Azneer
Wild Child, Austin, Texas Wild Child is the quintessential Austin band. They don’t quite fit into any specific music genre, borrowing from folk, country, rock and indie pop. However, this eclectic blend makes for an exciting band that you absolutely can’t miss. NPR described co-lead singer Kelsey Wilson’s voice as “a jazz-age Broadway baby, all coos and hiccups and shivers.” Their album, The Runaround, although released in 2013, continues to be a must-listen for this indie talent. wildchildsounds.com
Dawn and Hawkes, Austin, Texas According to these two lovebirds, cosmic forces brought this soulful country duo together. The singer-songwriters, based in Austin, bring a taste of Americana to audiences that can only be described as mesmerizing. Their EP, Golden Hearts, is available on iTunes, Amazon and in stores, and they can be seen performing regularly throughout Austin, in addition to playing an official showcase at this year’s SXSW. dawnandhawkes.com
The Barberettes, Seoul, South Korea
Hundred Waters, Gainesville, Fla. Ethereal, experimental, ambient: These are just some of the words that come to mind when this avant-garde pop band plays their unique breed of music. Hundred Waters is comprised of former classmates who started playing music in middle school and ended up creating a whole new genre of inventive music. Their most recent release, The Moon Rang Like a Bell, explores topics from love and loneliness to a macabre sense of life. hundred-waters.com 32 | Austin Woman | march 2015
These three South Korean women bring the Happy Days soundtrack to life. Shinae An Wheeler, Grace Kim and So Hee Park, known as The Barberettes, take us back in time to the 1950s. Singing a collection of classic surfer rock and doo-wop hits, The Barberettes pay perfect homage to classic American music. facebook.com/ thebarberetteskorea
Steve WildPhoto Childby photo byMoakley. Tamara Lichtenstein. Dawn and Hawkes photo by Jackie Lovato. Hundred Waters photo by Jacqueline Verdugo.
South By Southwest is a crazy time here in Austin, and deciding what bands to scope out at this year’s festival is a tough decision. Below is Austin Woman’s list of must-hear female artists and female-led bands that will bring some not-to-be-missed international, local and unique performances to Austin this March.
Best Coast, Los Angeles, Calif.
Best Coast photo by Janell Shirtcliff. Seinabo Sey photo courtesy of Drill Down Media. Courtney Barnett photo by Mia MacDonald.
Smooth, classy, punky rock ’n’ roll aren’t words that generally go together. However, Best Coast finds a way to make music that is just that. The duo from Los Angeles blends classic rockabilly bass lines with cool lo-fi sound that sets them apart from other pop rockers. Best Coast’s sophomore album, Fade Away, released in October 2014, can be found on iTunes and Amazon, or here in Austin at many of our city’s independent record stores. bestcoast.net
Seinabo Sey,
Courtney Barnett,
Halmstead, Sweden
Melbourne, Australia
Seinabo Sey’s silky voice captures the listener the minute she starts singing. The Swedish singer blends familiar R&B and soul with a modern electronic twist. Sey’s EP, For Madeline, released this January, features an intricately crafted and intoxicating variant of pop the singer has created. This is definitely an artist to check out at SXSW 2015. seinabosey.com
Rock ’n’ roll is not dead and Courtney Barnett proves it. Her trailing, melodic vocals over heavy rock are refreshing to hear. Get lost in Barnett’s witty, rambling lyrics that almost inspire thoughts of her as a female counterpart to Bob Dylan. Her third album, Sometimes I Sit and Think and Sometimes I Just Sit, will be released just in time for SXSW, on March 23. courtneybarnett.com.au
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Business Essentials
SXSW authors provide guidance for entrepreneurs in their new books. By Jamie Balli These five books will transform your outlook on business, the workplace and entrepreneurship, and help guide you toward success.
The Creator’s Code by Amy Wilkinson In her book, The Creator’s Code, Amy Wilkinson reveals the six essential skills necessary for entrepreneurs to develop their ideas into enterprises that endure. Through her research, based on 200 interviews with today’s leading entrepreneurs, Wilkinson has discovered that entrepreneurs are successful because they work hard to reach their goals and follow smart rules for starting a business. This book unlocks the fundamental skills that can be learned, practiced and passed on in order to bring a business to scale. amywilkinson.com At South By Southwest Interactive, check out The Six Skills of Extraordinary Entrepreneurs book-reading event, at which Wilkinson will discuss crucial skills that make any entrepreneur successful in business. March 14, 10:30 p.m., at the Austin Convention Center, Ballroom G.
If you are a manager seeking a better perspective of employees in the workplace, Kim Seeling Smith’s book, Mind Reading for Managers, will provide just that. Smith shows managers how to discover what they need in order to create a more productive and prosperous workplace. This book also discusses several ways to achieve better communication between managers and employees in order to build performance and satisfaction in the work environment. amazon.com Smith will discuss elements that research shows make the biggest difference in employee engagement, motivation and productivity, including feedback, objectives, career development and underlying motivators, at her book reading, Mind Reading for Managers. March 14, 1 p.m., Austin Convention Center, Ballroom G. 34 | Austin Woman | march 2015
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Mind Reading for Managers by Kim Seeling Smith
Profit First by Mike Michalowicz In his book, Profit First, author and entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz reveals a new method for business owners to make any business permanently profitable. Michalowicz also explains why entrepreneurs constantly feel trapped in the panic-driven cycle of operating check to check. The book shows readers how to discover a system that will radically change the financial health of any business, beginning with the very next deposit. mikemichalowicz.com To learn about the details of the cashmanagement system that guarantees success for any business, check out Michalowicz’s book-reading event, Profit First, at South By Southwest. March 14, 11:30 a.m., Austin Convention Center, Ballroom G.
Reinventing You by Dorie Clark Branding expert and marketing strategist Dorie Clark provides a simple guide in her book, Reinventing You, to help readers assess their unique skills that can be developed to create a personal brand. The book also shows readers how to reinvent themselves for the business marketplace by identifying personal goals and creating strategies. Clark emphasizes the importance of recognizing self-worth and increasing confidence to reintroduce a new persona that others will recognize. dorieclark.com Join Clark at her book-reading event, How to Build a Following Around Your Idea, during which she will explain how to identify the ideas that will set you apart and how to promote these ideas in a successful way. March 13, 12:30 p.m., Austin Convention Center, Ballroom G.
The Culture Engine by S. Chris Edmonds In his book, The Culture Engine, author S. Chris Edmonds shows leaders how to create an organizational constitution for a high-performing culture and company. The book features a step-by-step guide for readers to learn how to define their organization’s culture by identifying the behaviors and values that will lead to a safe and inspiring workplace. In order to do this, the behaviors that contribute to greater performance and engagement must be delineated into a document that can actualize an organization’s potential. The book also includes tips on how to engage with employees, from start to finish, in order to provide a stronger focus on all workers. thecultureengine.com Join Edmonds at the South By Southwest book reading Driving Results Through Culture to learn more about how to create an inspiring work environment for employees to thrive. March 14, 12:30 p.m., Austin Convention Center, Ballroom G. austinwomanmagazine.com | 35
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Gadgets and Gizmos
Connect with the latest tech to arrive on the scene with SXSWi. By Stephanie Bennett South By Southwest Interactive is now in its 21st year and only growing. While the City of Austin is making plans to accommodate the influx of geeks (ahem, tech gurus), the screening committee behind both the SXSW Accelerator startup competition and the Interactive Innovation Awards has been hard at work sifting through hundreds of entries to come up with this year’s finalists for each event. SXSW Accelerator is a competition held March 14, in which 48 of the most elite startups will have a brief moment in time to give the perfect pitch in hopes of returning for day two, March 15. The SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards celebrate those gadgets and gizmos, and the people responsible for them and their ever-changing vision for a tech-driven future. For those unable to attend this year (because, hey, most of us have jobs we can’t abandon), here is a list of the most notable entries and how you can connect with them.
Loopd loopd.com In the world of tradeshows, Loopd is shaking up the way we view these events. This innovative company is taking us out of the dark ages and into the digital age of lead capture. Their wearable badge creates a mesh network that will generate and provide real-time data for analysis. Event organizers can easily evaluate what booths had the most traffic. Exhibitors will be able to capture more contact info than with traditional card trading. Attendees will also have access to a list of all the places they checked out. Loopd badges sync with a mobile app (available for iOS and Android) to put all the data you need right into the palm of your hand. The best part, you can export to your CRM! Want to watch Loopd dazzle those judges? You can find them March 14 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., at the Hilton Austin Hotel, Salon F.
Pixbi pixbi.com Pixbi is for the gal on the go who also happens to have an affinity for shopping. Pixbi takes images of products in digital or print publications and even billboards, and then brings them right to your fingertips to purchase on the spot. By using the Pixbi app to view a magazine, product tags will show on any available products. From there, you can save, share or purchase with the swipe of a finger. It takes shopping for the working girl to a whole new level. Check out Pixbi’s product pitch March 14 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., at the Hilton Austin Hotel, Salon G.
SolePower solepowertech.com SolePower is a revolutionary company making waves in the wearable community. Being a mom, an entrepreneur or just a busy woman can be draining, especially on your phone battery. SolePower uses EnSoles placed in your shoes to generate power just by walking. The power is then stored in an external PowerPac that you can plug into your mobile device by USB connection. School field trips, busy exhibit halls and even mad dashes for meetings across town are now a phone’s dying battery’s saving grace. Don’t miss SolePower’s presentation March 14 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., at the Hilton Austin Hotel, Salon J. 36 | Austin Woman | march 2015
FireChat opengarden.com/firechat FireChat is the ultimate messaging app. Sure, you can use GChat, iMessage, Facebook Messenger and other messaging apps, but can you use any of those without the Internet? FireChat enables you to continue conversations when you have no Internet or cell coverage. This remarkable app makes use of technology already built into Apple’s iOS. For Android devices, FireChat makes use of the mesh network developed by Open Garden. It gets better; despite the different technologies used to keep communication flowing, any devices using FireChat can still message one another. Meet up with the folks from FireChat during the Innovation Awards ceremony March 17 from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the Hilton Austin Hotel.
Digify digify.com Digify is great for the aspiring business leader. This app can be used on a mobile device or desktop, and it works with Dropbox and Google Drive. Digify goes above and beyond in terms of file protection. Sending out data through Digify provides you with features like copy protection and file tracking. With Digify, you can set a viewer’s time limit for your recipient. Once expired, the file will self-destruct to make sure your documents stay private. If you realize you’ve sent the wrong folder, you still have the option to revoke the share with another feature to further protect your private information. Digify will be at the Innovation Awards ceremony March 17 from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the Hilton Austin Hotel.
Bluecadet bluecadet.com Every great business needs a great website. That goes without saying. Bluecadet is one company that does just that and then some. Bluecadet is an Emmy Award-winning digital agency that doesn’t just create websites, but also assists with the creation of many innovative apps and interactive exhibits. Introduce yourself to Bluecadet at the Innovation Awards ceremony March 17 from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the Hilton Austin Hotel.
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Three Texas destinations that will tempt you to hit the road. by Deborah Hamilton-Lynne Back in the day, my family had a big Chevrolet station wagon and we would pile in and hit the road for family adventures. We camped and fished in nearby state parks, enjoyed myriad amusement parks and drove thousands of miles cross-country to witness the wonders of Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Tetons, the Badlands and Devil’s Tower. Road trips create memories that will never be forgotten. Fortunately for us in Austin, there are many adventures to be found by taking a road trip to destinations just a few hours away.
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Distance: 103.28 miles Approximate travel time: 1 hour, 36 minutes Waco is an excellent day-trip location with adventures that appeal to families. The award-winning natural habitat Cameron Park Zoo boasts an outstanding Asian forest exhibit, where you can catch a glimpse of Sumatran tigers, orangutans and even an elusive Komodo dragon. After you tour the zoo, head to nearby Cameron Park and picnic beside the Brazos River before heading out to a museum that fits your crew’s interests: the Texas Ranger Museum, the Dr Pepper Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. They are all located in Waco. If history is your thing, head to the Homestead Heritage Traditional Crafts Village for artisan demonstrations of spinning, weaving, pottery making and blacksmithing. For itineraries, coupons and more information, visit wacoheartoftexas.com. Homestead Heritage Traditional Crafts Village
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Distance: 214.36 miles Approximate travel time: 3 hours, 21 minutes Ever since Glen Campbell immortalized Galveston in his hit song, I have longed to feel those sea winds blowing and watch the sea waves crashing. Not only does Galveston serve as home port to mega cruise ships for the Carnival, Disney and Royal Caribbean lines, it also contains one of the largest and most historically significant collections of 19thcentury buildings in the United States, with more than 60 structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Strand is a National Historic Landmark District of mainly Victorian-era buildings, some of which have been turned into excellent restaurants and hotels. There is so much to do in Galveston that one road trip may not be enough. Moody Gardens, with its 10-story rainforest, huge aquarium, 3-D theater, Discovery Museum and golf course, could be a vacation unto itself. But then you would be missing out on the annual sandcastle competition and the historic homes tour, the Victorian etiquette tour, the Home and Garden Show, Movies and Music Nights on the Strand and high tea at The Tremont. How can you pass up a ride on a vintage train, a zombie apocalypse hike or a full moon labyrinth walk? Plan ahead and stay awhile. There is something in Galveston for everyone.
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I often refer to Port Aransas as Austin’s “keeping it weird, laid-back beach cousin.” Leave in the morning and you can be jumping in the waves or surf fishing by noon. Port Aransas caters to families and boasts a range of accommodations and restaurants for all budgets and tastes. While you can enjoy the beach, frolic with dolphins and go deep-sea fishing to your heart’s content, one of Port Aransas’ main attractions is that it includes six sites along the Great Central Texas Birding Trail, making it a paradise for avid birders and wildlife photographers alike. I will never forget the first time I saw the roseate spoonbills. The story of the recovery of the endangered whooping crane (the rarest of all cranes and among the oldest living bird species on earth) from a low of only 21 birds in the wild to about 600 birds today is one of conservation’s most inspiring success stories. A migratory flock of 300 returns annually to its winter home in the Aransas Wildlife Refuge. Build a sandcastle, charter a boat, enter a fishing tournament, start a family birding log or just kick back and enjoy the sun and the sand. Port A won’t disappoint! For lodging information, visit silversandsvacationrentals.com. For more information, visit portaransas.org.
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With so many things going on during South By Southwest, how do you fit it all in? We’ve all been there: You want to look great but not waste a whole lot of time getting there. Here are two easy looks that will carry you through the madness that is South By Southwest.
Last-Day Topknot Sport this classic high bun with a surprising twist. When day five rolls around, a topknot is an easy, chic alternative. This look has a braid in the back to make it a little more interesting. Take a triangle section from the point of your eyebrows on each side to the crown. Pin the hair up and out of the way. Flip hair upside down and, starting at the nape of the neck, French braid hair up to the point of the triangle. Brush hair from triangle section into the rest of the hair from the braid and make a tight ponytail. Twist leftover hair into a topknot, and pin. Loosen up the knot just a bit so it doesn’t look overly put together.
SXSWaves Try this worry-free style, perfect for the entire week. Prep hair by spraying a volumizer throughout and roughdrying with a blow dryer. Split hair into three horizontal sections. Start at the bottom section. Taking 1-inch subsections, wrap hair clockwise around a curling iron. Continue through the bottom section. Move up to the middle section and wrap curls counterclockwise. For the top section, curl each side away from the face. Lightly spray with a firm-hold hairspray, flip head upside down and using your fingers, break up the waves. Using a texturizing cream, piece out curls to give that messy “I woke up like this” look. Waves should last for a few days on their own, and then you can freshen up the hair with a dry shampoo on day three or four.
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Navigating Antiques Week in Round Top
How to make the most of your shopping expedition. By Meredith Ellis
Round Top Antiques Week, March 20 – April 5
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r Leave Austin early. Gates open at 10 a.m. on opening day, and there can be a long line of cars to get in. There are 10 tents, 12 historical buildings and more than 350 vendors from the United States and abroad. You’ll have a lot of ground to cover. r Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. (They actually ran out one year when it was unseasonably hot.) r It’s good to have plenty of cash on hand. Credit cards and checks are widely accepted, but you have more leverage with the green stuff. r A camera or iPhone is convenient for snapping pictures of items you’re thinking of purchasing. But don’t expect to make many calls, as coverage is spotty. r After you are finished for the day, large purchases can be picked up behind the tents and vendor spots where you purchased them.
March 31 – April 4 (Early buying, $25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; $10, 2 to 5 p.m.) Here, you’ll find everything from antiques to mid-century modern furniture, architectural pieces, African masks, garden items, art, prints, vintage textiles and much more. For more information, visit roundtop-marburger.com.
Why: My mother and I make the trip every season for opening day. It’s a ritual I look forward to. There are friendly faces of patrons I’ve come to recognize year after year, the vendors I can trust to have what I need or want, and the trends are set here. All are constants I can count on. At Marburger, everything is thought through. It’s more polished than the other shows, and presented like one beautifully staged antique showroom after the next. Finds are purposely displayed, well organized and legitimate. They even have their very own “authenticity advisor,” whose job is to help management, staff and dealers maintain the integrity of the show, says Tara Suel, chief connection officer at Marburger Farms. 52 | Austin Woman | march 2015
Perks: r There is no need to leave for lunch. My favorite, Black’s Barbecue, piles your choice of pork or brisket on top of sourdough buns. Grab a bag of chips and an iced tea the size of your head. Now is the time to sit down, rest and scan your camera for all the pictures of items you need to consider buying. r A new café opened last spring at Marburger Farms. And new to this show will be two satellite coffee stations at either end of the field. As if the antiques are not stimulating enough!
Photos courtesy of Jenna Dee for Marburger Farms, Melissa Deakins and Meredith Ellis.
It’s that time of year again: one of the biggest shopping events in the country, Antiques Week in Round Top, Texas. So grab some girlfriends, plenty of cash, borrow a truck if you have to and head east. Round Top and the surrounding towns are just a little more than an hour’s drive away. Whether you’re going to make it a day trip or turn it into an annual girls’ getaway, you need to know how to get around to make the most of your time.
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Round Top Antiques Week runs March 20 through April 5. If you plan to stay for the week or several days, you’ll likely need a place to stay. Look to Round Top’s Chamber of Commerce to find rooms that are still available. roundtop.org Melissa Deakins, who’s been coming to Antiques Week every season for the past decade with a group of 10 women, has a few suggestions. “If you can get a place with a kitchen, that’s key,” she says. “Somebody will bring lasagna. One evening we’ll pick up a quiche from Pie Haven, and we’ll always go to Royers for dinner one night. If you like your accommodation and plan to attend next fall, you’ll save yourself time and headache by rebooking and putting down a deposit when you checkout.” Upon arrival, grab a copy of Show Daily. It will be your guide to the complete list of vendors and shows. It also contains a buyers’ guide index that lists the items each dealer carries. If you’ve come for something special, this guide will be extremely helpful in finding it.
Venues Not To Be Missed:
Where To Eat:
La Bahia: (east of Round Top) Beautiful vintage linens. labahiaantiques.com
Royer’s Round Top Café: Reservations are required during Antiques Week. royersroundtopcafe.com
Ex-cess: (Warrington) Great architectural salvage. Blue Hills: 50,000 square feet of covered shopping, with a great assortment of antiques, vintage pieces and accessories. bluehillsatroundtop.com The Original Round Top Antique Fair: Starts April 1, and $10 buys you entry to all four shows: Big Red Barn and Tent, the Continental Tent and Carmine Dance Hall. roundtoptexasantiques.com
Pie Haven: Ideal for a quick breakfast or a snack on the go. royerspiehaven.com Whenever you decide to visit Round Top, prepare yourself for an adventure. Regardless of whether you buy something, it’s a great place to be inspired and enjoy the company of friends. And know that it’s only a short six months until the next show!
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SXSW interprets food in the digital age. By Tiffany Harelik We were introduced to the SouthBites concept last year during South By Southwest. By popular demand, the food court has made its way back for round two in 2015. In its first year, iconic food trucks were invited to circle the wagons and offer their best-selling menu items in one hot food park. This year, SouthBites creators have expanded the original vision to include programming involving the food and beverage industry as well. SouthBites is hosted at the historic Driskill Hotel at Sixth and Brazos streets, and speakers will give 30 talks during the course of three days. Local foodie heroes, such as Addie Broyles, Marla Camp and Aaron Franklin will present alongside speakers of international acclaim. Topics range from food and urban planning, to craft food, the museum of food and drink, food criticism, the role of tech in the food industry and reinventing the cooking show. There is an incredible array of topics, but here are Austin Woman’s suggestions for must-attend sessions:
You Can’t Sit With Us: Craft Beer Subculture Caroline Wallace of Bitch Beer joins Chris Sheppard of Craft Taste, Matt McGinnis of What Are You Drinking? and Josh Hare of Hops and Grain Brewing. The panel, from the perspective of writers and brewers, will focus on the shift in the perception of craft beer, and their thoughts may not be what you expect.
The Reinvented Food Festival: Sink or Swim
Alison Cook of the Houston Chronicle joins Evan Kleiman of KCRW’s Good Food and Jonathan Gold of the Los Angeles Times for a panel discussion on how the voice of critics has adapted in a time in which almost everyone has a voice online.
How Tech Lit the Flame for Celebrity Chef Culture Emily Keeton of Flavour hosts a panel discussion that includes celebrity chefs and foodie personalities Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue, Andrew Knowlton of Bon Appetit and Monica Pope of Sparrow Bar + Cookshop. They will discuss how technology has helped create a celebrity-chef culture and increased opportunities for brand development.
Caroline Wallace
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For those who can’t attend in person, a series of podcasts is available as part of the SouthBites programming: Food is the New Rock: Zach Brooks of Midtown Lunch Good Food: Evan Kleiman of KCRW’s Good Food Sporkful: Dan Pashman of WNYC, New York’s public radio station
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Aaron Franklin photo by JoJo Marion.
Food Criticism in the Digital Age
Emily Keeton photo by Ellen Dubin.
Aaron Franklin
Adam Rapoport of Bon Appetit joins Mike Thelin of Feast Portland and Rob Sheard of Zero Point Zero Production for a panel discussion covering the pros and cons of food festivals, how they can build community and the festival’s role in a food-obsessed nation.
While SouthBites programming is open to badge-holders only, the SouthBites trailer park is open for all to enjoy. The park is located at 604 Driskill St. and open from March 13 to 21, from 11 a.m. to midnight each day. Food trucks will include East Side King, Chi’lantro, Ms P’s Electric Cock, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, The Modular Unit, Lucky Lab Coffee Co. and Nomad Street Cuisine. More food trucks will be announced prior to the festival. Perry Ray, owner of Ms P’s Electric Cock, launched her fried chicken food trailer during the first day of SXSW 2011, and has been selling fried chicken on South Congress Avenue ever since. Ms Ps Electric Cock is known far and wide for their fried chicken baskets, featuring a signature crispy batter and juicy fried chicken. The aromas wafting out of her trailer are enough to draw in the masses. But it’s the taste and quality customer service that keep chicken lovers coming back. She uses only fresh, never frozen, chicken that is antibiotic- and hormone-free, with no additives or preservatives. “Last year, we fried 4,200 pounds of chicken in 10 days,” Ray claims. “South By is an all-hands-on-deck experience. We work 16- to 20-hour days every day to make it happen. We definitely sell more at SouthBites during South By Southwest than at our trailer on Congress. But SouthBites really is the epicenter for the Austin food experience during the South By Southwest events. We serve all three industry verticals: tech, music and film.” Having grown up in Tahoka, Texas, and spent several years in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, Ray eventually moved to Austin in 2000. “Jimmy Kimmel came to Austin in February, and as soon as he landed, he came and tried our tacos,” she says. Ray was also featured on CNBC’s Restaurant Startup on Feb. 24. Beyond fried chicken, Ms P’s sides also feature local, sustainable products with a Southern-comfort flair. In addition to the chicken, The Marty was their bestseller last year during SXSW. The grilled Mexican street corn dish was named after Ray’s husband’s uncle “because he could eat his body weight in corn.” Their house-made jalapeño aioli drizzle and crumbled cotija cheese, pasila pepper and lime make decadent toppings for this easy dish. “This is a seasonal dish for us that we trade out with the black-eyed peas,” Ray says. “We have to wait until we can get fresh corn coming from the Valley before we can start serving The Marty.”
The Marty
Courtesy of Ms P’s Electric Cock
CORN Ingredients: 4 to 6 ears of corn 1 1/2 gallons of water 2 tablespoons raw cane sugar 2 tablespoons local honey Jalapeño aioli Cotija cheese, crumbled Pasila pepper Fresh lime wedges Directions: Whisk the sugar and honey into cold water until thoroughly blended. Submerge the corn in the sweet water mixture, cover with a lid and refrigerate overnight. Pull the corn out of the water the next day and put it straight onto the grill, rotating it until it gets a good char on it. While it is grilling, cover the corn with a metal bowl to create convection. Since it’s been soaking in the water, the metal bowl will help create steam and the corn will cook in its own juices. Use a pair of tongs to take the bowl off and on, being careful because it gets hot. You’ll hear it popping a little and that means it’s getting its char. When it’s evenly charred to a medium to dark brown, approximately three to five minutes, take it off the grill and place the corn on a serving dish.
Jalapeño Aioli Ingredients: 6 to 8 whole jalapeños (not deseeded), pickled 1 teaspoon canola oil 2 cups mayonnaise Directions: Rough chop the jalapeños and puree them in a food processor with the canola oil. Add the mayo to the emulsified jalapeños and pulse several times in the food processor. Put the aioli in a squeeze bottle for drizzling. To Build The Marty: As soon as the corn comes off the grill, drizzle the jalapeño aioli back and forth over the top of the corn. Next, coat the drizzled corn with crumbled cotija cheese and sprinkle the corn with shaved pasila pepper. Squeeze lime over it and add the wedge of lime on the corn for a finishing touch of color.
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Tossing and Turning All Night
Learn about ways to combat insomnia and the health benefits of getting a good night’s sleep. By Jill Case Tossing and turning, trying to get to sleep, or waking up in the middle of the night unable to go back to sleep—it’s a terrible feeling, and one that is all too familiar to many women. Austin Woman spoke to local sleep specialist Dr. Rani Das to learn more about insomnia. Insomnia is defined as having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or both. It can affect many aspects of your daily life and health. Studies have shown that insomnia, whether it’s getting poor-quality sleep or insufficient sleep, may contribute to health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and mood disorders. Insufficient sleep has also been linked to a higher risk of obesity. Clearly, getting a good night’s sleep is important, and it’s something that may be a problem for many women. Das attributes some of this to women’s busy lives. “Women are typically doing a lot more than used to be done traditionally,” she says. “Now, women are in the workforce and trying to do other things, as well as still being primary caregivers, mothers, daughters. Women are also more likely to have medical issues like anxiety and depression, which can predispose them to insomnia.” Women may also have more problems sleeping as they go through peri-menopause and menopause. Common symptoms of menopause, including night sweats, increased anxiety and increased urination, can cause women to have trouble staying asleep. In addition, as we get older, sleep becomes more elusive. “Only about 20 percent of elderly people state that they have good sleep,” Das says. This can be due to changing schedules, more issues with pain and medication, and other issues associated with aging.
Acute Versus Chronic Insomnia According to Das, about 70 percent of the total population will suffer from some type of insomnia at some time in their lives. Often, people suffer from acute insomnia, which is brought on by stressors, such as loss of a job, loss of a loved one or problems at work. Acute insomnia usually lasts for several days or weeks, and it should resolve itself within three months or less. If it does not, you may be dealing with chronic insomnia. Chronic insomnia is sometimes called primary insomnia because it’s not caused by other things, such as medicine or an illness. Chronic insomnia lasts a month or more, and it’s often a secondary insomnia, meaning it is caused by another problem. Those problems include depression or psychiatric conditions. Substance abuse, nicotine addiction or alcohol can also be a cause. Das says there are also general medical conditions, such as arthritis and cancer, that can affect your ability to get comfortable enough to be able to get to sleep. Acute and chronic insomnias are usually sleep-onset insomnias, meaning you have trouble getting to sleep. On the other hand, sleepmaintenance insomnias occur when you wake up during the night, 58 | Austin Woman | march 2015
interrupting your sleep. “Sleep-maintenance insomnias are sometimes associated with sleep disorders, like sleep apnea or restless legs syndrome,” Das says, noting these disorders can be diagnosed and treated by a sleep specialist. Patients who are having difficulty with memory and concentration, fatigue, quality of life or the inability to perform at their job should see a physician or a sleep specialist for an evaluation, especially since the quality of your sleep can directly affect your health and well-being.
Guidelines for Better Sleep Das says the following tips will help anyone, even those who are not currently experiencing sleep problems, to get a better night’s rest. 3 Try to go to bed only when you feel drowsy. 3 Have a fixed schedule: a fixed time to go to sleep and a fixed time to get up. 3 Use your bedroom only for sleep and sex. 3 Avoid naps during the daytime. 3 Increase the amount of exercise you do, but do not do it one to two hours before bedtime. 3 Avoid caffeine for at least six to eight hours before bedtime. 3 Establish a nighttime ritual or a time to unwind. 3 Try a warm bath, deep breathing techniques, yoga nidra or meditation techniques to help you relax. 3 Don’t try to will yourself to sleep; that is counterproductive. It makes you all the more stressed about going to sleep and keeps you awake. 3 Don’t spend too much time in bed. If you are not able to fall asleep in 15 minutes, get out of bed and read a book or do something that is non-stimulating.
Sleep Apnea: The Silent Killer Sometimes, insomnia is caused by sleep disorders, the most common being sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome. Das believes that women (and men) need to be aware of sleep apnea, in particular, because it can have serious health consequences. When someone has obstructive sleep apnea, she may stop breathing, sometimes several times each night. “Sleep apnea is a silent killer,” Das says. “If a patient doesn’t complain and her physician is not looking into it, it can become serious. It’s an independent risk factor for strokes, heart disease and dementia.” The good news is that it can be corrected and treated if you are aware of the problem. Often, a person’s bed partner will notice the problem first, noticing snoring, choking or gasping spells, or body jerks during the night. Here are some symptoms to note: 3 Loud snoring (Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea.) 3 Having a choking or gasping feeling that awakens you 3 Waking up frequently during the night 3 Waking up with a headache 3 Waking and feeling that you are not well-rested or have no energy 3 Waking up feeling irritable or other mood changes If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, see your primary care physician or a sleep specialist. For more information, go to sleepdoctor.com/osas.html.
Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation Das stresses that women need to focus on learning to relax for their overall health and to achieve better sleep. “I take a holistic approach, so I like people to try deep-breathing techniques, yoga nidra or mindfulness meditation techniques so they can have the mindset that helps them relax,” she says. “Yoga nidra incorporates a different form of relaxation, which includes progressive muscle relaxation, where you contract and relax each part of your body. You get more balance, more relaxation and just focus on yourself.” Most of the time, people practice yoga nidra lying down on a mat, but it can also be done sitting up, so it works for almost anyone of any age or physical ability. During most classes, a teacher will provide guided relaxation while you lie quietly. Yoga nidra classes are available in the Austin area at: Yoga Yoga: yogayoga.com/classes Yoga With Vedya: yogawithvedya.com/class_information.html Dr. Rani Das takes a holistic and comprehensive approach to the treatment of sleep disorders, with a special interest in women’s health and wellness. She is board certified in neurology, sleep medicine and nutrition. For more information, go to The Sleep Disorders Center of Central Texas, sleepdoctor.com.
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Farmer’s Fridge Mediterranean Salad Recipe Dressing Ingredients: 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 6 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon basil
Salad Ingredients: 4 quarters canned artichokes 2 grape tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup English cucumbers, quartered and thinly sliced 1/4 cup canned cannellini beans 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated 2 tablespoons Kalamata olives, sliced 1 1/2 cups mixed greens 1 tablespoon pine nuts, roasted
Directions: Start by layering the quartered artichokes then the grape tomatoes, English cucumbers, cannellini beans, Parmesan, Kalamata olives, mixed greens and pine nuts. To make the dressing, whisk together the red wine vinegar, water, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, oregano and basil in a medium-size bowl. While you are still whisking, slowly pour in the olive oil. Dressing can be stored in a 2-ounce portion cup on top of the salad.
Five Steps to Making the Perfect Mediterranean Mason Jar Salad 1. Prep the dressing early. Start salad construction by combining the dressing ingredients the night before to allow all the flavors to marinate and meld together. To make the red wine vinaigrette for the Mediterranean salad, whisk together red wine vinegar, water, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, oregano and basil in a medium-size bowl. While whisking, slowly pour in the olive oil. 2. Choose your greens. Instead of the standard romaine or iceberg lettuce, swap out the greens with something new. Experiment with varieties like arugula, kale and spinach. Each type of leafy green offers different health benefits, ranging from improving immune defenses, lowering cholesterol, strengthening bones, combatting heart disease and promoting healthy vision. 3. Start the jar with hearty veggies. By reverse layering salad ingredients within the jar, the salad will be right side up and ready to eat when the jar is flipped. Base layers of Mason jar salads should include the heartier vegetables that can take the weight of the other ingredients. When the salad is flipped onto a plate, 62 | Austin Woman | march 2015
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he back room at El Mercado, the Tex-Mex emporium on South First Street, was packed. Every Monday evening, it’s the same: You can’t stir ’em with a stick. It’s a weekly gathering of the tribe, the folks who were keeping Austin weird long before that phrase became a civic cliché. Onstage, the willowy, darkhaired woman with the big guitar is explaining that this— the weekly Mystery Monday showcase—is a tradition.
Even for South Austin, the vibe was laid-back. To the uninitiated, it “It’s happening at 7:30 on Monday, if my mom ever wants to know might seem to be a throwaway jam session on a dead night. To Albert, where I am,” she jests. who has been singing for her supper in Austin since 1982, it is much Christine Albert helped found Mystery Monday, which features a more; it’s a lifeline, a way to reconnect with her truest self. surprise musician each week, several years ago with friend and felBecause here’s the thing: The woman with the guitar singing low singer-songwriter, the late Sarah Elizabeth Campbell. The pair for patrons downing platters of enchiladas and Mexican martinis co-hosted the series for almost two years, until Campbell died of liver would, a couple of weeks later, be walking a non-stop series of Los cancer in 2013. Angeles red carpets, draped in Austin-designed couture and rubbing “Sarah’s own weekly gig had fallen apart,” Albert recalls, “and I wanted to get her out of her apartment. I also wanted to create a weekly shoulders with the most rarified of pop music royalty. Think Taylor Swift, Sam Smith, Beyoncé, Iggy Azalea, Katy Perry, Pharrell Wilhappy hour gig for myself. The manager at El Mercado loved the idea. liams—you name it. What’s important to me about it is the sense of community.” That’s because, in an alternate universe, “The original connection was with which she somehow also inhabits fully, Albert is Sarah,” says Butch Hancock, who the chair of the board of trustees of the Recordwould find himself onstage that night. “I’m the first working-class ing Academy, the folks who would hand out the “But there was such a powerful thing independent artist Grammys at the 57th annual ceremony on Feb. of love, music and friendship that pre8, with all the glittery pomp and celebrity circeded it. This thing is rooted so deep in [to serve as chair].” cumstance it can muster. Albert will be all over the heart of what makes Austin work the place, giving speeches, presenting awards, musically; everyone is up there singing hanging with the A-list. It’s a long way from a pass-the-hat gig at a their hearts out.” South Austin Tex-Mex joint. Guitar slinger Bill Kirchen, bassist David Carroll and keyboard Albert first got involved with the Recording Academy when she maestro Floyd Domino joined Albert onstage this January night, and worked helping to set up a Texas chapter of the academy in Austin in the little band kicked off with a twangy take on Townes Van Zandt’s the early 1990s, and ascended through the ranks. White Freightliner Blues. “I’m the first working-class independent artist [to serve as chair],” Albert was front and center, singing lead or harmony with a comshe says proudly. “Producers and corporate people have typically pelling, slightly husky soprano that can leap thrillingly into the upper been chairs in the past. Membership qualifications changed as the registers when called for. It’s an utterly distinctive voice. industry changed. More independent artists started being elected to The set mixed some Albert originals with some curated covers, a serve on the board. I reflect the way the music business has changed. little rock ’n’ roll and a back-to-back punch of David Halley’s Rain And I’m only the second woman to ever serve as chair.” Just Falls and Albert’s poignant Everything’s Beautiful Now. The quiet Chris Gage, Albert’s songwriter, musician, producer husband is in the room was tangible as she sang. 66 | Austin Woman | march 2015
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EVERYTHING’S BEAUTIFUL NOW and meetings to attend. I always feel like pragmatic about his wife’s ascendency in someone is waiting on me, and I’m getting the Grammy hierarchy. a little bit further and further behind.” “The higher she gets in the organiza“I’ve slowly watched her become more tion, the better my seats get,” he says with of this businesswoman, which I adore,” a smile, adding, “She’s acquired all these skills. She leads a room with 100 high-pow- Gage says. He and Albert married in 2003. ered music businesspeople, and they totally “She’s really good at that. But her music gets pushed aside by these two nonprofits. respect her.” She’s less of an artist, although she’s still Albert got her position the old-fashioned got the artist’s heart. When she has a day way: she campaigned for it, first running off, all she wants to do is make music.” for a position on the board of the Texas Albert concurs. chapter in 2005, then as trustee for the “What I’m finding out is that the chapter and then, in 2011, as vice chair of Grammys and Swan Songs are coming the national board of trustees. After two first,” she says, noting that the recordyears in that office, she ran for national label busichair, and won. ness she and The position Gage own, comes with a “For me, I love what the affiliates, MoonHouse nearly suffolike the Grammy Foundation Records, and cating level of and MusiCares, do.” their South commitment. Austin reAs chair, Albert cording studio flies throughout is “where I drop the ball. I don’t get the country, attending regional chapter contracts out. I don’t update the website meetings. There are endless confabs, as fast as I should. … I definitely have to hours-long phone calls, minutiae relating work at managing my anxiety!” to the Recording Academy’s outreach proThat’s why Mystery Monday and shows grams (Grammy in the Schools, MusiCares at Donn’s Depot—where Gage holds down and others), and then Grammy Week rolls a Monday residency of his own, and Albert around every February, and things get re& Gage perform at least once a month—and ally nuts. Albert is in the thick of it all. other gigs matter so much in the big picture. “When I said I was going to run for chair, They ground her and renew her. They Chris said, ‘Why do you want to give so permit her to be the Original Christine much time to this?’ For me, I love what the Albert, the girl with the guitar. They affiliates, like the Grammy Foundation and remind her who she is and why she does MusiCares, do,” Albert says. “Personally, what she does. I’ve grown so much with it and I’ve learned “Put down the phone and pick up the so much. I’m taking the Grammy experience guitar,” as Gage puts it. and bringing it back and applying it to Swan She was literally the girl with the guitar Songs and my own career.” when she traveled from her home in upOh, yeah, right. Swan Songs would be state New York to visit her brother, Rick, in the other encompassing passion of Albert’s Santa Fe, N.M., in the summer between her 48-hour days. Founded a decade ago by sophomore and junior years in high school. Albert and friend, psychotherapist Gaea Logan, the Austin-based nonprofit arranges Rick was playing with a locally celebrated songwriter named Eliza Gilkyson, and private musical performances for termiAlbert, who had already begun to play nally ill individuals. The organization arguitar and sing, felt an immediate kinship. ranged for 65 private concerts in 2014, says “Eliza was the first woman I saw get up Albert, who performed her own first such and sing her own songs,” Albert says. “And show in 1992. I went, ‘Oh!’ ” Albert’s latest release, 2014’s EveryIt was one of those little epiphanies. thing’s Beautiful Now, is an album-length Like a lot of visitors before and since, meditation on loss and acceptance. It’s the Albert fell in love with Santa Fe and Northlatest in a series of Christine Albert and ern New Mexico—the mountains; the magiAlbert & Gage albums dating back to 1990. cal-reality light; the crisp, piñon-scented And how, God help her, does she keep it air—and when she returned home, she imall straight? mediately began lobbying her parents to let “It’s very challenging,” she confesses, her (at age 15!) move to Santa Fe, live with to no surprise. “Both of those things Rick and finish high school. Somewhat to [have] a million details, with very serious her surprise, the Alberts signed off on the agendas and very intense conversations. I deal and, having finished school, Albert fell come home from being on the road for the in with Santa Fe’s eclectic community of Recording Academy, and everyone at Swan Songs is waiting with a jillion letters to sign artists, bohemians and musicians.
Christine Albert’s latest album, Everything’s Beautiful Now, was sprung from loss, acceptance and renewal. The Austinbased singer-songwriter found herself in a harrowing cycle where, suddenly, family, friends and colleagues were falling by the wayside. Musicians like Sarah Elizabeth Campbell and Steven Fromholz, who she had befriended and played with for decades, were gone. Family members were passing away. But, Albert realized, “This is where I am in my life. This is going to keep happening. I’ve got to process it and find a way to embrace it somehow.” Everything’s Beautiful Now is, in large measure, Albert’s way of accepting and surrendering to unavoidable loss, and even celebrating it. The album’s title song was inspired by some of the last words her mother-in-law ever spoke, and begins, “I can’t grieve anymore/I’ve seen so many sail away from my shore/Never to come through the door again.” There is regret and grief in the album’s tracks, but not despair. Albert surrounds herself with friends and family throughout: Her husband, Chris Gage, plays an array of instruments throughout the tracks; Busy McCarroll and Eliza Gilkyson, friends from the old days in New Mexico, lend harmonies, as does Albert’s son, musician Troupe Gammage. There’s lots of company, but no misery. The music is intimate but multi-hued, in part, thanks to Gage’s deft touch on keyboards and guitars. There’s country (At Times Like These), folk (the bubbly Lean My Way), pop (the wistful Someday Isle) and even gospel of a sort (Tom Peterson’s set-closing My Heart’s Prayer). Old New Mexico, co-written by Albert and Jerry Jeff Walker, is an autobiographical standout that raises the whole album to another level. There are also a couple of inspired covers, including Warren Zevon’s intimate Keep Me In Your Heart, and a majestic rendition of Jackson Browne’s elegy For A Dancer. They’re inspired choices, both. Everything’s Beautiful Now might be Christine Albert’s most intimate album, but there is a universal spirit within it accessible to everyone.
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“She was in a band called Heartswing when I first met her,” says Busy McCarroll, another Santa Fe musician. McCarroll and Albert soon teamed up in McCaroll’s band, Crow’s Feet. McCarroll remembers that one of the group’s highlights was Albert’s rocking cover of Pat Benatar’s Hit Me With Your Best Shot. “She’s really a kindred spirit. It was like family, and our friendship really locked in,” McCarroll recalls. “We went through boyfriends and bands and traumatic losses, but we went through them together.” The friendship endured even after Albert left Santa Fe. McCarroll contributes a guest vocal on Albert’s latest album, Everything’s Beautiful Now. Another lifelong musical and personal relationship Albert forged in New Mexico was with Gilkyson. Albert was a teenager when she moved to Santa Fe, and Gilkyson was in her early 20s, and the two young women immediately clicked. Albert first went on the road as a sort of semi-nanny to Gilkyson’s young children. It was a chance to see if show business agreed with her. It did, even at the funky level of Southwestern honky-tonks. “And there we were, playing these shitty little biker bars in Colorado,” she remembers. “And I was like, ‘Yes! I want to do this.’ ” Albert began getting onstage more and more. “She was starting to create a career of her own,” Gilkyson recalls, adding that she recruited Albert to join her own group, the Turquoise Trail Band. “She sang backup, but I always gave her a slot in my set because she was so good. She was already starting to branch out in her own way of singing. She was leaning much more towards the blues, and she could belt. She already had the moves and you could tell she wasn’t going to be singing with me very long; she was going to be doing her own thing.” Country rocker Gary P. Nunn saw the Turquoise Trail Band and invited them to showcase a few gigs in Austin and at the Kerrville Folk Festival in 1981. It was their first foray to Texas. It was at one of those shows, at a beer joint out near Lake Travis, and
I still recall it: two traffic-stopping women in cowboy boots, one dark and one fair, draped in turquoise and silver, and singing like birds. Within a year or two, both women independently made the decision to relocate to the Texas capital. There was no shortage of female songwriters and musicians in Austin, even then, but Albert carved out her own enduring place, or rather, no place at all. “Anything she does is going to have that golden touch to it,” says Gilkyson, who also vocalizes on Albert’s latest album. “Because she has such a powerful voice and she has so many ways to apply it, she didn’t get stuck in a genre. She likes to rock, she likes to croon, she likes to sing country. She loves to sing in French. It’s hard to get stuck in a genre when you can sing in so many different ways.” On yeah, she sings in French. Albert’s mother is from Switzerland, and she, Albert’s aunt and Parisian grandmother would all sit around the table, singing in that lovely language during Albert’s childhood. She grew up loving Edith Piaf as much as she did Patsy Cline. Periodically during the course of her long career, Albert will channel her inner chanteuse and record a meltingly lovely collection of FrancoLone Star fusion music she calls “Texafrance.” Texas Monthly winningly referred to the sound as “Half Gaul, half y’all.” The first album by the Texafrance name came out in 1992, followed by Texafrance Encore in 2003 and Paris, Texafrance in 2008. Each year on Valentine’s Day, she and Gage put on what they call “The French Show,” featuring music from these records. Sometimes they’ll play at the French Legation on Bastille Day. “The tradition keeps it special,” Albert says. “We have a lot of holiday tradition gigs. Every Easter, we play a sunrise service at a friend’s ranch in East Texas. Christmas Eve, we’re at the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar. Mother’s Day, we play at the Great Outdoors nursery. Chris says, ‘Being with you, I don’t have holidays anymore!’ ” Troupe Gammage, Albert’s 26-year-old son by a previous marriage, grew up learning that New Year’s Eve wasn’t a party; it was a chance to make some good gig money. Gammage, who fronts the indie art-rock
We asked Christine Albert for a few of the noted albums, influences and role models in her life. Here are her choices:
Return of the Grievous Angel Gram Parsons
Aretha’s Gold Aretha Franklin
Give It Up Bonnie Raitt
“Betty Albert, my mom, for being an example of intelligence, kindness, political awareness and passion, justice and fair-mindedness.” “All the women I was blessed to encounter at age 16 in 1971 in Santa Fe, New Mexico: painters, potters, sculptors, songwriters, photographers, weavers, silversmiths, writers, yoga instructors and more. They showed me that creativity and spirituality can be integrated into your life and livelihood.” “Maya Angelou, who transformed trauma into art, and because what halfway intelligent woman (or human) wouldn’t see her as a role model?”
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“Personally, I’ve grown so much with it and I’ve learned so much. I’m taking the Grammy experience and bringing it back and applying it to Swan Songs and my own career.”
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band Speak, learned that and many another lessons from his musician parents. “It takes awhile to get your head around the lifestyle,” Gammage says, “about being an entrepreneur as well as an artist. But that was something I witnessed when I was a kid and it sunk in. At one point in high school, [my mother] was after me to get a fast-food job so I could get a taste of living in the real world. Music is an intense lifestyle with a lot of uncertainty, so I think she was trying to shield me to some extent. But both my parents have helped me tremendously in navigating the waters of the music business. Mom was always there to tell me, ‘You’re not crazy. This is how it works.’ ” Gammage and other members of Speak also appear on Everything’s Beautiful Now, making the album very much an extended-family affair. As these words are being typed, Albert is boarding a plane for L.A., and getting her game face on for the nonstop showbiz marathon that is Grammy Week. For the next week, until the awards ceremony on Feb. 8, she’ll be walking the red carpet in her Daniel Esquivel attire, adorned in jewelry by Beth McElhaney and Liz James. (She wanted to showcase Austin designers.) And yeah, you bet, she’ll be wearing cowboy boots along with those gowns. She wouldn’t have it any other way. When she returns to Austin, she’ll plow into the next never-ending round of grant writing and fundraising for Swan Songs. There will be a Matterhorn of paperwork and emails and phone calls to whittle down. And as soon as she can manage it, she’ll be back onstage at El Mercado. Mystery Monday awaits, and she can be the girl with the guitar once more. She’ll balance it all—the executive, the humanitarian, the artist with heart and commitment and a sense of joy— because she doesn’t know how to do it any other way. McCarroll can see it, and it doesn’t surprise her, not after all the years of friendship. “She follows through,” McCarroll says. “She’s one of those rare people who has a combination of focus, adventure, accountability and fun.” “To everything she’s done, she has brought almost a sense of serving a greater good. And she has your back,” Gilkyson adds. “If she says she’s going to do something, then she’s going to do it, and do it with the goodness of her heart. When I think of her career, it’s bigger than the music. Music is one aspect of the amazing person that she is.” “She will give until she collapses,” Gage says, a fact he both loves and hates. “But the good thing for me is that I’ve met some amazing people. Her [Grammy and Swan Songs] friends are my friends. She’s bringing all sorts of rich experiences into the house. I’m always pushing her, ‘Go find another one. We’ll make money next week!’ ” As for Albert herself, she will be 60 in September, and she still marvels at what the universe continues to hand her. “I started singing in 1975,” she muses. “And I’m continually amazed by the things that come into my life that are so satisfying creatively and so enriching that I would never have been able to plan, like French music and Swan Songs and Chris.” As for the future? “It will unfold as it unfolds,” she says. At least until the next Mystery Monday.
Swan Songs Swan Songs, the Austin-based nonprofit that provides musical performances for terminally ill patients, had its origins with a man named, providentially, John Swann. Swann was a devoted fan of Christine Albert’s who, in 1992, suffered an aneurysm that would eventually kill him. Very near the end of Swann’s life, his wife contacted Albert to see if she would perform a private concert for the dying man. Touched, Albert agreed. She came to Swann’s house for a performance and left with an inspiration. Together with Gaea Logan, an Austin psychotherapist, Albert created the MusicAid project to, in Albert’s words, “act as a liaison between the health-care community and the music community.” That concept was formalized in 2005 as Swan Songs. Matching patients with some of their favorite musicians is something of an art form in itself. Musicians volunteer to become part of the program (and receive a stipend for performances) and perform in hospices, private homes, hospitals or where needed. “The requests are always eclectic,” Albert told a reporter for CultureMap Austin. “Irish songs, classical, mariachi—they’re varied, but we can always find something.” Last year, Albert says, the group sponsored 65 shows, during several of which Albert and her husband, Chris Gage, performed. This year is the organization’s 10th anniversary, and there will be a fundraising concert with Delbert McClinton and Marcia Ball. For more information, visit swansongs.org.
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Meet the leading ladies of Austin’s startup ecosystem. Have you dreamed of starting your own business? Is there an idea that keeps you awake at night? Rest easy because you are not alone. There are plenty of people and places in Austin that are dedicated to helping you realize your dream. AW has gathered advice from some of the leaders in our booming startup culture. We have also created resource guides to help you begin your endeavor. Join the founders of HomeAway, Bazaarvoice, Indeed, RetailMeNot and other successful startups that hail from Austin. This is the place, and the time is now, so take the leap and we may be writing your story next year.
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Claire England
Though she’s just two months into her new role as executive director of the Central Texas Angel Network, Claire England seems completely at home. Some may be familiar with the Austin native, who made a name for herself working as the communications director for several local nonprofits, including Caritas and Foundation Communities. Three years ago, England switched gears and left the nonprofit sector to work for the RISE conference, a weeklong free conference that provides funding opportunities, networking events and workshops for entrepre-
neurs throughout Austin. “I was interested in moving into a leadership position, so I spent some time growing my network and attended the RISE conference and South By Southwest. I became more and more interested in our entrepreneur ecosystem here in Austin. … As I learned more about entrepreneurship and startups, I realized just how incredibly creative, innovative and driven startup founders are. I found that fascinating, and I wanted to find any way I could to help them,” England says. During the two years she served as executive
director of the RISE conference, England worked to expand the conference’s reach and improve the quality of special events and sessions. Her efforts paid off; Forbes named the RISE conference one of their must-attend conferences in 2013. “Over the course of its history, I think RISE was instrumental in helping to create a cohesive ecosystem here. It brings together everyone in the entrepreneur ecosystem for one week,” England says. “I think it’s really key for a community to have the opportunity to come together and have a chance to connect with thought leaders, fellow entrepreneurs and investors.” An avid traveler, England became fascinated with the international entrepreneur ecosystem during a backpacking trip throughout Europe. She got the opportunity to fulfill that interest through a contract position with SXSW Interactive, during which she organized events specifically for international entrepreneurs and helped to create a program designed to welcome international startup founders to SXSW Interactive. “For those of us from Austin, South By Southwest is overwhelming. There’s a lot that happens in the five days of South By Southwest Interactive. You can only imagine how confusing it could be for someone coming from a foreign country to try and figure out where they should put their time and energy during the conference, and how they can get the most out of their visit to Austin and South By Southwest,” England says. After achieving great success integrating both local and national organizations into Austin’s startup ecosystem, England caught the attention of the Central Texas Angel Network, the largest angel investment network in Texas. “It’s an incredibly exciting position and an awesome organization. I’m impressed daily by the quality of our investors and portfolio companies,” England says. England describes the mission of CTAN as two-fold: to educate angel investor members and provide them with quality investment opportunities, and to be a resource for funding, education and mentorship for entrepreneurs. The angel network model can be especially beneficial for those new to investing or who are just beginning to build a portfolio. “What an angel network brings to the table is a group structure for investing,” England says. “It can be helpful for those who are new to angel investing; perhaps they’ve been a tech entrepreneur or a founder themselves, but they don’t necessarily have much investing experience.” England says one of her main goals for CTAN is to get the organization involved more heavily in the entrepreneur ecosystem and startup community. “I’m already beginning to meet with leaders across the ecosystem to find out what they want to see CTAN doing in the community, what their needs are and find ways for our members to get involved in their programs,” England says. For more about the Central Texas Angel Network, visit centraltexasangelnetwork.com. austinwomanmagazine.com | 73
Recommended Startup Ecosystem and Business Resources
By Claire England Executive Director, Central Texas Angel Network
One of the many great things about Austinites is their willingness to help others, and in few places is that so readily apparent as it is in our startup and business ecosystem. If you’re thinking about creating a business or need help with your existing business, I encourage you to reach out to some of these organizations. For many more resources, visit the Austin Entrepreneur Scene Map, curated by Bijoy Goswami of Bootstrap Austin: mindmeister.com/24358308/austin-entrepreneurship-scene.
Startup Accelerators and Incubators These programs provide mentoring, services and funding to innovative startups, usually for a pre-defined period, during which your startup may be co-located with other startups in a collaborative environment. Sectors range from tech to biosciences to consumer goods and more.
r Austin Technology Incubator, ati.utexas.edu r Capital Factory, capitalfactory.com/accelerate/apply r DreamIt Ventures Austin, dreamitventures.com r SKU (formerly Incubation Station), sku.is r Tech Ranch, techranchaustin.com r Techstars Austin, techstars.com r Texas Venture Labs Accelerator, mccombs.utexas.edu/centers/ texas-venture-labs/tvl-accelerator
r UnLTD USA, unltdusa.org
Small-Business Resources Startups and entrepreneurs seek to create something innovative, unique, cutting-edge and, frequently, tech-focused, while small businesses typically focus on more traditional products or services and are a critical part of our economy. When small businesses need advice or help, they should contact one or more of these programs, some of which provide free assistance and classes:
r Austin Independent Business Alliance, ibuyaustin.com r BiGAUSTIN, bigaustin.org r Business Success Center, ownersview.com r City of Austin Small Business Program, austintexas.gov/department/ small-business-development-program
r PeopleFund, peoplefund.org r SCORE Austin, austin.score.org r Texas State Small Business Development Center, sbdc.mccoy.txstate.edu
Startup and Business Resources r Austin Startup Week, austinstartupweek.com r Austin Technology Council, austintechnologycouncil.org r Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce, austinasianchamber.org r Austin Black Chamber of Commerce, austinbcc.org r Austin Chamber of Commerce, austinchamber.com r Austin Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, aglcc.org r Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, gahcc.org r Entrepreneurs’ Organization, eoaccess.eonetwork.org/austin
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r Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship, Austin chapter, austinricealliance.org
r Startup Grind Austin, startupgrind.com/austin r TechShop Austin-Round Rock, techshop.ws/austin_round_rock.html r TeXchange Austin, texchangeaustin.org r TiE Austin, austin.tie.org
Women-Focused Startup and Business Resources r AVINDE Startup Acceleration for Women, avinde.org r SheHacksATX / SheDesignsATX, shehacksatx.com r Women’s Business Center (via U.S. Small Business Administration and BiGAUSTIN), bigaustin.org/wbc
r Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Texas, womenschambertexas.com r Women Who Code, Austin chapter, meetup.com/women-who-code-austin
Startup and Business Networking There is a plethora of business-networking opportunities in Austin. You can find meet-ups for online marketers, hardware startups, mobile developers, co-founders, product management and much more. Search meetup.com, Google your sector or explore the calendars of groups such as Capital Factory and Tech Ranch.
r Austin Tech Happy Hour, austintechhh.com r BASHH and BizBashh, thebashh.com r Capital Factory, capitalfactory.com/events r SXSW Interactive, sxsw.com/interactive r TechMap, thetechmap.com/events r Tech Ranch, techranchaustin.com/events
Women-Focused Startup and Business Networking r Austin Leading Ladies, austinleadingladies.com r Austin Women in Technology, awtaustin.org r eWomen Network, Austin chapter, ewomennetwork.com r Fabulous Working Ladies, Austin chapter, thefabulousworkingladies.com/ locations/austin-tx
r Global Women Entrepreneur Network (GWEN), Austin chapter, meetup.com/global-womens-entrepreneur-group
r National Association of Professional Women, Austin chapter, napw.com/chapter/69/austin
r Texas Women in Business, texaswomeninbusiness.org r Women@Austin, womenataustin.com
Laura Kilcrease In recent years, Austin has been recognized as a hotspot of economic activity and lauded with praise for its entrepreneurial climate, particularly in the technology sector. Laura Kilcrease, founder of the Austin Technology Incubator, is, without a doubt, one of the driving forces behind Austin’s economic transformation. Austin isn’t where her story starts, however. The London native first gained her appreciation for business working for a British Fortune 1000 company that was involved in a joint venture with another company. “I got this great opportunity to really look at a joint venture from all aspects. As a consequence, I got involved in everything from sales to invoicing to manufacturing to the warehousing—every single aspect of the company. It was just so fascinating,” Kilcrease says. Kilcrease also credits her deep functional understanding of business to that early experience. “I’m equally comfortable sitting in a boardroom as I would be on the manufacturing floor or talking to a customer. Understanding the interrelationships of these things is important,” Kilcrease says. “It’s kind of like having a fine watch. In an organization, you have big wheels and small wheels. Every part is important. If one part doesn’t work, the whole thing doesn’t work as it should. … It’s a continual learning process; you never stop learning.” When Kilcrease arrived on the scene in Austin in the late ’80s, her keen business sense allowed her to hone in on the abundance of unharnessed potential in the community. “Being a foreigner here on a new block, I thought, ‘We’ve got such smart people and we’ve got all this technology, but no one is doing anything with it.’ We had the sixth-most vacant office buildings in the U.S., one of the highest unemployment rates and a population of 480,000,” Kilcrease says. “I have the fundamental belief that if people wish to work and earn money, they should have that right. But jobs don’t get created because we talk about creating them; jobs get
created because people start companies.” That realization eventually led Kilcrease to found the Austin Technology Incubator while serving as the executive director of the IC² Institute at the University of Texas. The ATI was one of the very first incubators in the United States and the first in Austin. At the time, technology incubators were not as common as they are today. “It was a whole new concept, bringing in multiple entrepreneurs into a single system for expertise, training and access to capital,” Kilcrease says. In 1999, Kilcrease founded Triton Ventures, a venture capital company focused on spinoff and startup technology companies. At the time, Triton Ventures was one of only two venture capital companies in town, and the only one with a woman at the helm. According to a 2014 study by Babson College, only about 6 percent of venture capital partners are women, and only 15 percent of venture capital-backed companies have a female executive. “Women-owned businesses are still receiving a very small percentage of all the available capital. I think there needs to be a playing field for anyone who wants to play a big part in investing in companies, be it a woman or a man or anyone else. We’re now truly seeing an evolution in the last decade of women getting into high-growth businesses,” Kilcrease says. These days, Kilcrease is once again in transition. She’s in the process of winding down her venture capital work with Triton Ventures and turning her focus back to simply doing what she can to improve Austin’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Rather than a venture capitalist, she prefers to call herself a “venture catalyst,” the force behind the great thinkers and doers of Austin. “There have been stages of my life where I’ve done good things for the community, and stages of my life where I’ve done well for myself and my family,” Kilcrease says. “I’m now at the stage of my life where I want to combine doing good things and doing well.”
Laura Kilcrease’s Five Essentials for a Successful Business:
r A personal advisory board. “Find no
more than five people who you respect and trust and have different skills to use as your personal advisory board.”
r A good company culture. “The manner in which you create the culture of your company is paramount to success.” r Persistence. “Nothing worthwhile will come easy.”
r Working smart. “Don’t work another 10 hours a day. Instead, get the right advice, the right connections and the right network to help you be more efficient.”
r Enjoying what you do. “When you
reach the point that it’s no longer fun, look for a change in role that makes sense for you as an entrepreneur.”
Tips for Making a Successful Pitch By Monique Maley Founder and President, Articulate Persuasion Member, Central Texas Angel Network
r Investors are buying your business, not your product. Most entrepreneurs spend 90 percent of their pitch
telling investors about the features and benefits of their product or service and run out of time to tell them about the market, competition and financials. If you want investors to buy your product, sell them on your product, but if you want them to buy your business, tell them how your business is going to make money.
r Identify who your customers are. Investors want to know who is paying you, how many of them are out there and why they will make the decision to work with you.
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r Don’t make investors sit through a bad presentation. With great PowerPoint comes great responsibility. Like
so many presenters, entrepreneurs make common PowerPoint mistakes. They don’t realize a bad slide deck makes it hard for investors to understand their business and the opportunity. Follow the basic rules of good presentations when putting together your slides. Keep it clear, readable and to the point. You are the presentation, not your slides.
r Plan your pitch, don’t memorize it. You shouldn’t need to memorize a script to talk to investors about your business. Plan your pitch and practice it out loud. It will make your presentation clear and conversational rather than formal.
r Don’t just plan your pitch, plan the Q&A. Sometimes entrepreneurs give a great pitch and lose it on the Q&A.
This can be the most valuable part of the pitch for investors. Anticipate investor questions and prepare short, precise answers. You’ll get to answer more questions, convey conviction and show investors you are the person to make your business successful. austinwomanmagazine.com | 75
Angel Advice
By Rosa L. McCormick Managing Director, Wild Basin Investments Board Member, Central Texas Angel Network
Is Angel Investing for You? Five Things to Know
Tips for Entrepreneurs Seeking Investment
r Angel investing is fun. Startup invest-
talk to people about your business idea. In Austin, folks will give you their advice and feedback for free. There are also many events in which entrepreneurs can talk to active investors and get feedback.
ing is exciting, interesting and a great way to meet talented, motivated entrepreneurs and investors who are working hard to make a real impact.
r More women are becoming angel in-
r Take advantage of our city’s entrepreneurial climate. Get out and
r Decide if angel investment is right for your business. In short, receiving angel investment means making an implicit promise to work toward high growth and an exit scenario.
vestors. Historically, women have been a small percentage of angel investors. However, this is changing. Women represented about 5 percent of angel investors a decade ago. Today, that percentage is roughly 20 percent.
r Know your industry and competition. Investors may not have
r Angel investing involves risk. Angel investors must be willing to invest
the skills necessary to make your business successful as early as you can. Investors love complete teams.
money in situations with a lot of uncertainty. Each company is taking on a challenge and there is no guarantee of success. If you invest in several companies, it is likely that one or more will fail entirely.
r Angel investing can be time-consuming. Investors look at many companies but invest in only a small percentage of the ones they see. Meeting with entrepreneurs and doing due diligence on a potential investment takes time.
r Angel investors need a portfolio. Since angel investments are risky, experienced investors spread out their investment dollars. Ten to 12 investments is a typical portfolio size. Before diving in, investors should consider the total amount they want to invest and think about sizing each investment to be able to build a portfolio and participate in follow-on rounds.
any familiarity with your industry. The more complete your knowledge is, the better you will be able to communicate your competence to potential investors.
r Gather a team. Get co-founders or an early executive team who have
r Do your homework on potential investors. This is a long-term relationship that requires mutual respect, so talk to people who have worked with them before.
r Be receptive to feedback. Investors may see patterns that you don’t because you are deep into a specific project. Investors like to invest in entrepreneurs who will take their concerns and opinions seriously. r Be confident. Setbacks are a part of any startup, and the ability to adjust your approach and persevere is key. This is just as true for fundraising as it is for the operational aspects of a business.
Additional Resources
Compiled by Stephanie Bennett and Daniel Azneer
r AngelList: Create your profile and start the search for your team and potential investors in a matter of minutes. This is great for investors interested in investing in early stage startups. angel.co
r Kiva: This is a nonprofit organization with a mission to connect people through lending to alleviate poverty. Lend as little as $25 to help create opportunity throughout the world. kiva.org
r Austin Business Journal: Stay up to date on local business news and resources. bizjournals.com/austin
r LiftFund (formerly Accion Texas): This designated communitydevelopment financial institution (CDFI) provides credit and services to small businesses and entrepreneurs. liftfund.com
r Forbes: Stay up to date on worldwide business news and financial information. forbes.com r Fundable: This is a crowdfunding platform for small businesses that offers both rewards-based and equity-based campaigns. fundable.com r Indiegogo: This is an online crowdfunding site that makes it easy to create a campaign page and raise money for any project. indiegogo.com
r Kickstarter: This is an online crowdfunding site specifically for creative projects. kickstarter.com 76 | Austin Woman | march 2015
r Pipeline Fellowship: This is an angel investing boot camp for women, and is designed to increase diversity within the angel investing community. pipelinefellowship.com r U.S. Small Business Administration: Loans, funding, classes, resources, contracts and other services are available to assist small businesses. sba.gov r AW Media Events: Gatherings at Austin Woman events—from monthly launch parties to the annual anniversary event held each September—have proven to be excellent places to network, meet successful entrepreneurs and find a like-minded mentor. awmediainc.com
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An ode to facing our shortcomings, flaws and insecurities. By JB Hager, photo by RUDY AROCHA If this is your first time to visit my column, you should know immediately that I offer an expert opinion on nothing. If you have started reading this for educational purposes, I encourage you to flip the page now. If, for whatever reason, you understand the phrase “Misery loves company,” pull up a chair. We could become fast friends. I am going to give you a bit of life advice from a habitual nincompoop. For the sake of simplicity, let’s just say I’m approaching middle age. I’m sure we could argue middle age all day, but at the pace I’m living, I’m undoubtedly eligible for classic-car license plates. Just saying. Although I’ve been known to throw childlike tantrums as recently as breakfast, I’ve also been known to hand out worthy advice, occasionally with the authority of Morgan Freeman talking about penguins. In an effort to give you life guidance (Keep in mind I just informed you I’m a muttonhead.), here you go: The absolute best thing I have learned in recent years is to quit acting like everything is OK. For the first half of my life, I was always putting on a front that things are OK, I’m going places and nothing but progress is happening in my life. This was an incredible defense mechanism that served me well through many years. Have you done the same? Why wouldn’t you? Life is promising and people want to attach to winners. It goes way back to when I was a kid. We lined up in gymnasium and picked the team for whatever pseudo athletic endeavor was about to go down. Whether it was scooter races or dodgeball, you were looking for winners. This is who we wanted on our team, so we were conditioned to pick winners to associate ourselves with. As we get older, we want to put out the image that we are winners so people will like us. What we end up with are a bunch of fake relationships with a lot of other people also trying to pretend that they have the perfect job, the perfect car and the perfect family. You do this for a number of years, which seems fun at the time—pool parties, wine, queso to your heart’s content, bragging about real estate— then all of the sudden, you realize you’re not like all these other people. Or are you? You come to these realizations: I have _____ physical disorder. My kid has a deficiency in _____. My company restructured and now I’m screwed because of ______. It turns out, because of my childhood, I have a hard time with _____. My foot smells like cheese because I have ____. All these years I was trying to _____. It turns out, all I ever wanted to do was _______. Which leads you to: I’m overwhelmed and I’m pretty sure I’ve screwed up _____, ______ and ______. As soon as you get past trying to convey your life as perfect, a whole new conversation opens up with those around you. Their guard comes down, their shoulders drop and you find out that they too are trying to figure out why their kids are messed up and their feet smell like cheese. 78 | Austin Woman | MARCH 2015
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Finding ‘The Dress’ Smile, be patient and let the bridal consultant do her job. By cheryl bemis room and there she was, a smiling bride, grinning from ear to ear, a vision in one of my picks. It was a fashion-forward gown, strapless with large appliqued floral rosettes all over the skirt, with pockets. It was certainly a beautiful dress but ended up not Thank goodness for the annual highbeing Britten’s style, so she school-homecoming and prom-dress went back in the dressing shopping trips we had through the years. room to try on dress They were great practice runs. But then I number two. asked myself if shopping for Britten’s dream The fashion show wedding dress would be a quick trip to one continued, complete with bridal store, or was I in for a marathon to our colorful commentary, every store in town? Would she prefer fit and One of the runners -up like, “It looks like a flare, A-line or a ball gown? Is she into lace, nightgown,” or “I like the satin, ruffles or tulle? I was about to find out. combined into one, and she looked gorgeous. top but the bottom doesn’t Britten made her first bridal appointment As the bridal consultant put the veil on the work,” or “It doesn’t look like you.” While with Signature Bridal, and she added a back of Britten’s bun, the magic happened one dress made me cry and another took my special one-of-a kind memory for her and she knew she was wearing the dress she mother’s breath away, we left grandmother. Along would wear when she becomes Mrs. Rogers. the store with notes, photos with my sister-in-law, A beautiful Maggie Sottero gown that fits her and an appetite. Time for Becky, and niece, Lauren, “I like the top but the figure and personality perfectly was ordered lunch! we arranged for my bottom doesn’t work” and would arrive in a few months. mother to show up at the For the next shopping trip, Honestly, I kind of wish the wedding-dress bridal shop as a surprise we were joined by one of shopping could have lasted a little longer. to share Britten’s first wedding-gown Britten’s bridesmaids, Charli, as we headed I loved seeing Britten model each dress, experience. to Serendipity Bridal. Britten’s choices at this some covered in embellishments and others As my mom walked in the store, her face bridal salon were very different than those at in satin. What an enjoyable experience, lit up with excitement, and immediately, she the previous store and made me believe she complete with memories made with family gave her granddaughter a big hug and said was going to go with a different silhouette and friends. I will truly never forget this. how thrilled and surprised she was that she choice. The dress she liked was a strapless So far, being mother of the bride is very thought to include her. After the excitement dress, to be altered with matching straps. I enjoyable. I hope that trend continues died down, it was down to business, and we did notice she was getting more confident, because there is a long to-do list ahead of us scoured the racks, hanging over the hangers selecting tighter fit and flare gowns that before July 4. Stay tuned. printed tags marked “try me” or “favorite” flattered her figure perfectly. But there was for Britten to try on. no wow factor, so we took our notes and were How much fun it was to see all the gowns off to store number three. Tips for mothers of the bride: with the lace, sequins and ruffles. But then it At Belle Saison, she tried on a few gowns, 3 Let your daughter say the first thing hit me: I am buying a dress to officially send and then, there was a moment. I saw Britten’s about the dress when she comes out my daughter out in the harsh world of reality. face peek around the dressing room door of the dressing room, no matter what It was kind of humbling, and maybe I don’t the style of dress. while she was wearing dress number four, like this process anymore. and as the door opened a little wider, her 3 Don’t take control of the appointment. Our family entourage took seats in front Try to keep your mouth shut and let shoulders raised up, she looked at me and of the large mirrors with a small stage for the bridal consultant do her job. said in a high-pitched voice, “I really like this. our bride to model and get accessorized with I think this is the one!” 3 Go in with a dress budget, but don’t belts, veil and shoes. To my right, I could hear freak out if what you find is a little She walked to the platform, the consultant Britten in the dressing room making little more costly. fanned out the train and Charli and I were comments and giggling to her consultant. speechless. We both reached for a tissue. 3 Relax and enjoy. The selection will be Then she walked out of the dressing made before you know it. All the elements from several dresses were
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Photo courtesy of Cheryl Bemis.
With the news of my daughter’s engagement and the wedding plans in full swing, it was time to check off the No. 1 must-have item on Britten’s wedding list: her dream wedding gown. I was looking forward to this process and spending the ultimate mother-daughter bonding time together.
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The Eve Project creates business opportunities for women across the globe. By Carrie Gavit After watching friend after friend, colleague after colleague or relative after relative pursue their interests, developing them into new startups, businesses or careers, you may be left wondering, “Why not me? Why can’t I or why haven’t I done the exact same thing yet?” With enough passion, the right connections and quite a bit of guts and faith, it is possible for anyone to enter the world of entrepreneurship—especially women. Entrepreneurs Victoria Yeary and Kathy Bergstraser combined their respective backgrounds, passion for helping women and overall goals to found The EVE Project (Everywoman Valued Everywhere). This forprofit organization focuses on empowering women throughout the world to build successful businesses. “People ask why we aren’t a nonprofit organization. Our philosophy is: If we are going to model for these women how to be businesswomen, we feel we need to be forprofit as well,” Yeary says. More specifically, The EVE Project connects with women in artisan communities in developing countries in order to help them develop, design and market handcrafted products while also enhancing their business strategies. While the artisan women may have a product or a local system in place, The EVE Project builds long-term relationships between these women and connections in the U.S., assists with establishing a more efficient business strategy and trend forecasts for product collections, to name a few of the organization’s key functions. “There may be a group of women making some products for a while, but they haven’t figured out how to elevate what they’re doing to make a business out of it, to become entrepreneurs themselves. I may help them with design while still maintaining the tradition of their craft. It’s a fine line I have to be careful with,” Bergstraser says. After traveling abroad to these artisan communities to work on the ground for 18 months alongside the women, the next step in the process is to connect the artisans and their fair-trade products to the U.S. “We are holistic in the way we approach things. We try to help bring items to the U.S. in a way that is efficient and economical so that fair-trade stores are able to buy the products and get them shipped quickly. We are trying to close this gap,” Yeary says. 82 | Austin Woman | MARCH 2015
While they are called artisans and, with the help of The EVE Project, can become successful entrepreneurs, to these women, making handcrafted products is a livelihood. “The handcraft business is the secondbiggest employer in the world. The industry has become such a big business because people want to buy something they know is helping someone else. It’s a good time for The EVE Project to be involved in all of this,” Yeary says. In order to help these women in the long run, Yeary and Bergstraser incorporate leadership skills into their process. While some women may want to be in charge of the business side, others may want to focus on designing products or leading a project. Regardless of the specific task, stepping up and committing to pursue a passion has the potential to lead to the world of entrepreneurship. “For me, it’s all about following a passion and moving forward with it,” Bergstraser says. “The advice I have for other women is to believe. It takes faith, perseverance, energy and pure guts to be out there doing your own thing. Believe, follow your heart and just do it. You have to
get to a point where you say, ‘OK, I’m going to jump off the diving board and have faith it’s going to work out.’ ” “To put a practical aspect in, a business plan is absolutely essential. The simple reason we have a business plan is to show markers of where we are and where we need to be so we can stay on track with whether or not we are reaching our goals,” Yeary says. “What’s important is keeping the fire in the belly, have an end goal and to keep it always present in your mind.” The EVE Project is a startup, and in its initial phase. To visit the crowdfunding platform, go to indiegogo.com. For more information about The EVE Project’s upcoming projects and events, how to become an EVE Enthusiast or how to volunteer, visit evearoundtheworld.com.
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How SXSW Changed My Life
And how it probably changed yours, although you may not know it. By Deborah Hamilton-Lynne, illustration by jessica wetterer Have you ever watched Lena Dunham’s Girls on HBO? Ever laughed hysterically at the antics in the films Bridesmaids and Knocked Up? Given into the Grumpy Cat phenomenon? Do you enjoy the music of John Mayer, Janelle Monae, The Dixie Chicks, The Black Eyed Peas, Norah Jones, The Flaming Lips, Coldplay, John Legend, Spoon or Lana Del Rey? Do you use Twitter or Foursquare? What do all of these seemingly disparate people and things have in common? They all got their first significant exposure at South By Southwest. After the tragic car accident last year, the teeming crowds, lack of parking and general bad behavior during SXSW, it has become in vogue to cast a negative spin and dismiss one of Austin’s signature events. I believe that would be extremely shortsighted. It is not just the economic impact (estimated at $218.3 million in 2013 and a whopping $315.3 million in 2014) that changes the lives of Austinites; it is the creativity, the people, the visitors, the presenters, the performers, the filmmakers, the innovators and yes, the dreamers that come to Austin for those 10 days that change lives. How has SXSW changed my life specifically? SXSW draws the cream of the crop. I was thrilled to hear speakers like Al Gore, Bruce Springsteen, Clive Davis, Craigslist founder Craig Newmark, Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales, Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg and Twitter’s Evan Williams, just to name a few. I learned from and was inspired by
each of them. I saw the premiere of The Hurt Locker and later cheered as Kathryn Bigelow stepped up to receive her Oscar, knowing that ATX had played a small role in her success. I have learned so much about writers and writing, networking, business and how to use technology that I would honestly say attending the interactive conference is one of the best ways to continue my education and quell my curious nature. I have met some of the most interesting people on the planet, many of whom have become friends. And I gave my bulging shoe closet a pass when I heard Shaquille O’Neal confess that he spends $1,000 a week on apps. We all have our guilty pleasures, it seems. For 10 days in March, we are invaded by the 71,000 people that attend the three SXSW conferences, and part of me hopes that they will not be enticed to move here. But what we take away from those 10 days not only changes our lives in Austin, it also, in many cases, changes the world. So I encourage you to go out during SXSW. Mix and mingle, listen to a group or musician you have never heard, see a cutting-edge film, discover an app or make a new friend. For that brief time each year, the world comes to Austin, so take advantage of what could prove to be life-changing. According to the official SXSW website, “SXSW’s original goal was to create an event that would act as a tool for creative people and the companies they work with to develop their careers, to bring together people from a wide area to meet and share ideas. That continues to be the goal today, whether it is music, film or the interactive technologies. And Austin continues to be the perfect location.” To that, I say, “Amen and mission accomplished.”
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