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Editor’s Letter
“I can’t think of any better representation of beauty than someone who is unafraid to be herself.” — Emma Stone
WHEN I SEE THAT QUOTE, I think about my mother. My grandmothers. My two beautiful nieces, Maddie and Ryleigh. All of the amazing women in my life who have inspired me by being exactly who they are, not who the world expects them to be. In my line of work, I’m fortunate enough to meet strong, influential women in our community all the time, and this issue is full of them. Here are some highlights!
• Remember Andrea Gatt and Laura Bartoli from our 2022 Movers & Shakers? They spearheaded the construction of Green Hope Elementary’s Falcon’s Nest, and their compelling story is a perfect example of women working together to change their community for the better. • This issue features five Women of Western Wake: Cary Heise, Jackie Ferguson, Irena Krstanovic, Charmaine Riggins, and Karen Russell. From corporate success to selfless service, all of these women are fearless and determined to succeed! • Alicia Ramsey is the owner of Glam Soldier, a veteran- and women-owned boho-Americana boutique in downtown Apex full of fabulous women who are determined to make patrons to feel strong, empowered, and beautiful. • I first met Alicia Calderwood, owner of Pura Vida Studio, after she won the Maggy Award for Best New Business in 2019, and I am now honored to call her a friend. She is the epitome of a fearless female entrepreneur!
• The women behind Cary Magazine. I could not do it without Dena Daw, Erica Hinton, Tara Shiver, and Arlem Mora. Without them, this magazine would not be in your hands today.
As you read through these pages, my hope is that you feel inspired, fearless, and unafraid to be yourself — the true definition of beauty.
Thank you for reading!
Lauren Morris Earley
Jean Guevarra You, DDSJean Guevarra You, DDSBoard Certified Pediatric Dentist Board Certified Pediatric Dentists Dr. Jean You with the team at Little Tooth Co. are pleased to announce that Dr. Cyelee Kulkarni is joining our practice
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Dr. Cyelee comes to us with a strong background in academia and “...Dr. You was amazing. She was so kind, patient and down-to-earth, and that not only put my son at ease, but me as well. We’re thrilled to have found such a warm, welcoming practice and we look forward to being patients for many years to come!” “...Dr. You was amazing. She was so kind, patient and down-to-earth, and that not only put my son at ease, but me as well. We’re thrilled to have found such a warm, welcoming practice and we look forward to being patients for many years to come!” -Brendan S. plenty of experience both as a specialty clinician and as a mother of two. She is Board Certified, has years of private practice experience and a -Brendan S.“Dr. You is so knowledgeable, kind and patient...Highly recommend!”vast knowledge of pediatric dentistry. Most importantly, Dr. Cyelee is “Dr. You is so knowledgeable, kind and patient...Highly recommend!” -Ayub A. “I can not say enough good things about Dr. Jean You! She and her staff were extremely welcoming to my son and me at our recent visit. Dr. -Ayub A. “I can not say enough good things about Dr. Jean You! She and her staff were extremely welcoming to my son and me at our recent visit. Dr. Jean was amazing with my son - very calm and comforting. She explained everything she was going to do before doing anything. You can approachable, has a gentle calming demeanor and believes in working hand-in-hand with parents to achieve optimal dental health for their kids. Jean was amazing with my son - very calm and comforting. She explained everything she was going to do before doing anything. You can tell that Dr. Jean has a true passion for this profession and loves what she does. We had an awesome experience at Little Tooth Co. and are She values putting the patient first and becoming an integral part of the tell that Dr. Jean has a true passion for this profession and loves what she does. We had an awesome experience at Little Tooth Co. and are so appreciative of the care that we received. If you are looking for a wonderful dentist to take your child to, you definitely need to become a so appreciative of the care that we received. If you are looking for a wonderful dentist to take your child to, you definitely need to become a patient of this practice!” “...Dr. You was amazing. She was so kind, patient and down-to-earth, and that not only put my son at ease, but me as well. We’re thrilled to have found such a warm, welcoming practice and we look forward to being patients for many years to come!”community. Her compassion and dedication to her profession compliment patient of this practice!” -Erin D. -Erin D.-Brendan S. “Dr. You is so knowledgeable, kind and patient...Highly recommend!” -Ayub A. our practice’s guiding philosophy to provide a nurturing dental home for children of all ages. We hope that you will help us welcome Dr. Cyelee and
Tel 919-303-2873 www.littletoothco.com Tel 919-303-2873 www.littletoothco.com info@littletoothco.com 504 W. Williams Street, Apex, NC 27502 “I can not say enough good things about Dr. Jean You! She and her staff were extremely welcoming to my son and me at our recent visit. Dr. Jean was amazing with my son - very calm and comforting. She explained everything she was going to do before doing anything. You can tell that Dr. Jean has a true passion for this profession and loves what she does. We had an awesome experience at Little Tooth Co. and are allow her the opportunity to win over the hearts of your little ones! info@littletoothco.com 504 W. Williams Street, Apex, NC 27502so appreciative of the care that we received. If you are looking for a wonderful dentist to take your child to, you definitely need to become a patient of this practice!” 2022 loved by kids. trusted by parents loved by kids. trusted by parents -Erin D. Tel 919-303-2873 www.littletoothco.com RALEIGH | CARY WESTERN WAKE info@littletoothco.com 504 W. Williams Street, Apex, NC 27502
