2015 Power of Women

Metro Birmingham Living

The

Power of women

women changing the city in medicine, the arts, food and more .

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On the pages that follow we have created a portfolio of success written by women. They work in law, culinary arts, finance, design—truly every field and aspect of Birmingham’s economy.

And they are at the helm, leading the region into a brave new successful world. As you read their stories and view their portraits, you can sense the drive, determination, and persistence that makes this success a great Birmingham story.

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Yel low Cab Paige Coker

Paige Coker, A Partner of the Southern Taxi Group and the Vice President of Birmingham Yellow Cab is taking the taxicab business into the future with their smart phone APP technology. Paige Coker oversees the largest taxicab company in the State of Alabama with over 100 drivers moving over 1 million riders each year throughout Greater Birmingham area. “I have witnessed many businesses evolve over time and my industry is gravitating towards smart phone APP technology. Customers want to see visual confirmation on their phone and be able to pay with their phone.” “Making it easier to order a taxicab is our plan.” Yellow Cab’s new smart phone APP allows customers to book a taxicab in 3 easy steps; see the driver’s name and taxicab number on a map in real time; and pay with their phone at the end of their trip. Yellow Cab’s smart phone APP goes hand in hand with many other programs Yellow Cab offers including their Safe Ride Home Program implemented in 2009 for people that have driven to establishments and need to take a taxicab home for free; Taxicabs on Patrol (TOPS); and The Pink Cab for Breast Cancer Awareness fundraising.

Yellow Cab 5804 oporto Madrid blvd. birmingham, al 35210 205-222-2222

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Tonya Jones salonspa

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Founded in 2009 by Tonya Jones, Tonya Jones SalonSpa, an Aveda lifestyle salon with locations in Cahaba Village and English Village, seeks to empower each guest to rediscover their true beauty and confidence through an experience of transformation and renewal. We have experienced tremendous growth over the past five years, focusing on two key components to our success. One is our commitment to the educational development of every member of our team, with a rigorous calendar filled with world class educators. Second is our commitment to amenities that set us up apart from all other salons, with everything from our complimentary stress relieving rituals to our resident gourmet chef providing delicious samplings throughout every visit to our salons. We’ve also recently added a full service Blowout Bar to our roster of services at the English Village location. Jones’ motto is “Live the Life you Love,” which she encourages by example.

205.870.4247

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athy G K From experience gleaned during her college years at Spring Hill College in Mobile through her years planning events for celebrities in Atlanta, Kathy G. Mezrano built a business that has grown to become Alabama’s most popular caterer, wedding and event designer.

Kathy G & Company is widely recognized as central Alabama’s premier special event and wedding caterer. Delicious, detailed and delightful, Kathy G’s menus are loaded with creative cuisine and innovative ideas to complement any event whether it’s a wedding, rehearsal dinner, gala, corporate function, holiday affair, anniversary, reunion or cocktail party.

From parties of 10 to more than 10,000, Kathy G & Company can handle events of all sizes and budgets.

Kathy has served on the board of directors of the International Caterers Association. She is a member of the International Special Events Society, NACE, Les Dames Escoffier International and WIPA, and the company has won industry awards from those associations. Her work has been featured in numerous magazines such as Special Events, Catering Magazine, Southern Living, Southern Accents and Alabama Weddings. Kathy is a regular on local television, where she shares culinary and entertaining expertise.

Kathy G & Company 11 W park Cir, Birmingham, aL 35211 (205) 942-4210

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Hi, my name is Lisa. As a minister, wife, mother, grandmother, and a local dispensing optician, I am always caring for others. I have never had a beautiful smile, and began to have issues with old dental fillings as my teeth were cracking. I felt it was time to take care of these issues and prayed about direction.

A friend spoke to me that I would receive “divine perfection” as more doors to speak and share in all areas began to open in my life. I cannot write words to express adequately how Dr. Edgar Luna used his God given skills as an artisan of his trade to give me “divine perfection”. For the first time in my life I can share the love in my heart through a beautiful smile. He genuinely cares for his patients and creates amazing life altering results in the lives he touches.

Dr. EDgar Luna

5336 Stadium Trace Pkwy, Birmingham, aL 35244 (205) 988-9700

www.DiamondSmiles.com Come see how we can change your life.

Results may vary in individual cases

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Escape Day spa

The power of healing through touch and meditation is the essence of Escape Day Spa, where sisters Carrie Wheelock and Alicia Liddon have created an oasis of relaxation right in the heart of Homewood. Guests enter a space where tranquil music plays in beautiful spaces designed to put the heart and soul at ease, a place to simply escape from the stress of the world outside.

With a commitment to natural and organic products and processes, Carrie and Alicia have built a business that provides clients with services that make their life and health better. Aromatherapy, deep tissue, mom to be, hot stone and relaxation massages are offered, along with facials, manicures, pedicures, DermaSweep, body treatments and wraps, spray tan, foot relaxation and hair removal/waxing.

Escape Day Spa’s primary product lines are Hylunia, Moroccanoil and Babor, pure lines that nourish the skin to a silky, glowing and smooth healthiness. Their Spa Ritual nail polish is vegan and gluten and paraben free. They use an organic airbrush spray tanning solution called Escapes Natural Glow that is also a green, organic product.

The sisters’ commitment to natural products stems from their belief in the importance of healthy skin, and their focus on creating a singular experience of relaxation and escape.

EscapE Day spa

100 Broadway street Birmingham, aL 35209 205-414-6062

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Gusty Gulas

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Meet realtors Brittany Hammock, Kristen McGee, Sarah Fisk, Jennifer Grostick, Lauren Murphree, Leigh Daniels, and Christy McDonald, the women of the Gusty Gulas Group, Birmingham’s premier real estate team at Brik Realty. The Gusty Gulas Group is the top rated real estate team in the Birmingham area. Last year alone, the team sold 233 homes, and over 400 homes in the last two years. Together they have maintained the titles of Birmingham’s #1 rated realtor on Zillow.com and the most reviewed realtor in the Birmingham area on Trulia.com. The G3 Team is comprised of eight award-winning real estate agents and their staff who together have proven success in the Birmingham market. Located on Independence Drive in Homewood, the Gusty Gulas Group specializes in first-time home buyers and sellers and has a shared love for teaching them everything they need to know to make the best real estate investments in the perfect community. With a diverse range of experience and expertise in all of the fastest growing neighborhoods in Birmingham, the G3 Team has an agent to meet every need. Whether buying or selling, put this trusted team of experts to work for you and learn how to make your real estate dreams a reality.

Gusty Gulas Group

3430 Independence Drive, Suite 40 • Birmingham, Alabama 35209 • (205) 218-7560

www.gustygulasgroup.com

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OnTime Service CAROL Adkins

No one needs to tell you that the world is a dangerous place. But in our homes, we want to be safe and feel safe. That’s why we are so picky about the technicians we hire. Each of them must pass a thorough criminal background check and drug test. We also perform random drug tests to make sure our technicians remain drug free. We require them to wear company uniforms when making service calls and that they arrive at customers’ homes in visibly marked OnTime Service trucks. In addition, we require all of our technicians to be professional, clean-cut non-smokers. I am comfortable having any of our technicians in my home. I want you to have peace of mind about having them in your home. ps; We love to support local charities and one of our favorites is Kulture City. Check out their lifeBOKS program at www.kulturecity.org

ONTIME SERVICE ELECTRICAL • HEATING • COOLING 2668 Old Rocky Ridge Road Hoover, AL 35216

www.ontime59.com

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Breast Care Center of Birmingham

Dr. april maDDux

Little Girls Will Always Need Their Mothers

Dr. April Maddux is a breast fellowship trained surgeon specializing in breast surgery, genetic counseling and testing and benign breast disease. She and her staff at the Breast Care Center of Birmingham provide a comprehensive approach to breast care. Dr. Maddux services and operates at Brookwood Medical Center, St. Vincent’s and St. Vincent’s East Hospitals.

Breast Care Center of Birmingham (205) 877-2987

www.BreastCareCenterofBirmingham.com

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Ai Corporate Interiors

CAthy WAters Ceo And Founder

Whether you are planning a new facility, updating your current workplace, or just looking for the right office chair, Cathy Waters wants to listen.

As CEO of Ai Corporate Interiors, Cathy and her professional team have learned to listen first and appreciate the differences in working styles and corporate culture that make their clients’ companies and employees unique. They are committed to creating efficient and attractive office environments that will maximize the value of clients’ investment.

Teknion, their main furniture line, supports offers customized options to meet clients’ individual needs.

Ai Corporate Interiors is client, project and employee focused. They can execute planning, provide creative furniture solutions, large or small.

Ai CorporAte interiors

3017B second Avenue south Birmingham, AL 35233 (205) 871-4599

www.aibirm.com

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Advisors Kathryn Michael, Laura Hinton, DeLynn Zell, Jeris Gaston, Jackie Tucker, and Jenny Sneed.

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals providing financial planning and wealth management like it should be: strategic, collaborative, and acting in your best interest.

Bridgeworth The Women of

LLC

3800 Colonnade Parkway, Suite 300 Birmingham, Alabama 35243

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Cahaba Dermatology SKIN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Ann GerAlD • lAurA Cook • Dr. VlADA GrosmAn • suzAnne ViCkers PA-C

At Cahaba Dermatology & Skin Health Center, our mission is to advance the highest level of patient care and excellence in medical and cosmetic dermatology. Founder and medical director Dr. Groysman is a board certified dermatologist, who has extensive expertise in the field of dermatology. She and her staff specialize in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Ann Gerald, a board certified dermatologist brings a distinguished history serving the medical dermatologic needs of the greater Hoover community. Suzanne Vickers PA-C a physician assistant with 13 years of experience in dermatology and dermatologic surgery is an invaluable member of our dermatology team.

Laura Cook is a licensed Aesthetician with a strong personal passion for aesthetics.

Our spa services are professionally crafted with a dermatologic focus ensuring both a memorable spa experience and impressive results. Dr. Groysman and the team at Cahaba Dermatology, utilize the most advanced technologies to benefit our patients within the environment of a state-of-the-art dermatology office. Through our professional, compassionate and caring staff members, our goal is to ensure every treatment is customized to meet each individual patient’s needs for lifelong beautiful and healthy skin.

2290 Valleydale Rd. Suite 204 ● Hoover, AL 35244 205-214-SKIN (7546) www.cahabaderm.com

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Partners in Family law

leigh reynolds Byers and Frances ross nolan Nolan Byers, PC was founded in 2013 by Frances Ross Nolan and Leigh Reynolds Byers, to provide clients with access to all the options available today for resolving family law disputes. Recognizing that most clients are unfamiliar with the legal system and that every legal dispute creates enormous stress, our focus is on understanding each client’s concerns, educating them about their rights and choices and working with them to achieve their goals. We provide clients throughout Central Alabama with exceptional legal services in all aspects of family law, including: jurisdictional divorce issues, marital property characterization, asset valuation and division, spousal and child support, child custody, paternity matters, and prenuptial, postnuptial, and marital settlement agreements. As sophisticated problem solvers, we are also qualified to offer clients a cutting edge alternative to the conventional legal dispute resolution process known as Collaborative Divorce.

205.314.0636

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Renasant Bank

History of Strength

Founded in 1904, Renasant Bank is one of the South’s oldest financial institutions.

Renasant delivers all the products of a megabank with the personal touch of a community bank. At its core, Renasant is a bank that knows its clients by name and meets their needs through understanding. Renasant’s number one goal is to understand clients’ needs and provide extraordinary service.

Building relationships, helping individuals, families and businesses reach their financial dreams, and supporting the communities Renasant serves has always been the company’s calling.

By holding to this calling, Renasant has remained strong while others in the financial services industry faltered.

Jill Deer

Board of Directors for renasant Corporation, Vice President of Development and Administration for Brasfield & Gorrie

PAtti reiD

Senior Vice President, Manager equipment Finance and leasing

trACey MorAnt ADAMS

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205-327-4247

www.renasantbank.com

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Core Strong

sarah LEChTEr Sarah Lechter turned to Pilates seven years ago after multiple sports injuries, to alleviate pain and build strength. She learned the power of movement which led to a healing of the mind, body, and spirit. As she completed her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alabama, she earned her diploma in Boulder, Colorado at The Pilates Center, also known as the “Harvard of Pilates”. Lechter developed a passion to instruct others in how to lead a healthier and happier lifestyle. You can find Sarah Lechter inspiring her clients and sharing Joseph Pilates’ vision that “physical fitness is the first requisite to happiness” every day at Core Strong, in Mountain Brook, Alabama.

CorE sTrong

3918 Montclair Rd No. 207 • Birmingham, AL 35213 • (205) 789-6568

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Peeples

Family law

CandaCe B. PeePles Julia Givens williams Housed in the stately and Historic AB Loveman House on Southside, Peeples Family Law is a boutiquestyled practice limited to areas of matrimonial and family law including divorce, child custody/support, alimony, property division, premarital agreements, adoption, assisted reproductive technology, and other post-divorce modification and enforcement issues.

An undergraduate of the University of Georgia, Candi Peeples earned her law degree, cum laude, from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 2000. A Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Attorneys, Board Certified Family Law Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, and “AV Rated” by Martindale Hubble, Candi was also selected in 2010 - 2014 as a “Rising Star” by Alabama SuperLawyer Magazine. Selected in 2005 as one of Birmingham’s Top 40 Under 40 by the Birmingham Business Journal, Candi is an active member of the Birmingham community. Candi has also been selected by her peers from 2009 - 2014 as one of Birmingham’s “Top Attorneys in Family Law” by Birmingham Magazine. She served as Chair of the Alabama State Bar Family Law Section for 2010 - 2011.

Associate attorney Julia Givens Williams has been admitted to the bar in Alabama, Mississippi and Tennessee. She is a cum laude graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Law, and a member of The Junior League.

Just as no two families are alike, no two divorces are alike. Peeples Family Law sees each and every client as a unique individual dealing with a unique set of circumstances. They listen carefully and bring a wealth of experience to each case.

PeePles Family law The Historic aB loveman House 2956 Rhodes Circle south Birmingham, al 35205 (205) 403-5577

www.peepleslaw.com

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Medical West Meet the woMen of

This group of experienced female physicians and specialists make Medical West a special place to be. These women are not only wives, mothers, daughters and friends, they are compassionate doctors who make a difference in the lives of their patients. Their dedication and commitment to providing quality healthcare makes them extraordinary in each of their fields including family medicine, internal medicine and obstetrics and gynecology. The hospital is extremely proud that these physicians choose to call Medical West home.

Pictured (L-R)- Rafique Mahmood, MD; Jessica Gill, MD; Breezy Wilson, MD; Mary Gipson, MD; Sally Ebaugh, MD; Leigh Copeland, MD; Mary Beth Dearmon, MD; Not pictured- Harini Ganga, MD; Andrea Shirey, MD; Danika Hickman, MD

995 9th Ave Sw Bessemer, AL 35022 Main 205-481-7000 Physician Referral 205-996-weSt

www.medicalwesthospital.org

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The Clothes Tree

by Deborah

Deborah anD Daughter, tori

The Clothes Tree By Deborah celebrates 50 years in business this year! Opened in 1965 by Deborah’s grandmother, the store has grown into 4500 square feet of fashion! Specializing in special occasions(Mother of the wedding party, bridesmaid dresses, prom and pageant gowns, balls and formals, pageant interview, Homecoming and sorority rush), the two story shop keeps hundreds of dresses in stock and offers sportswear and accessories to dress women of all ages from all over the great state of Alabama. The store’s website www.theclothestreebydeborah.com shows thousands of special occasion dresses that can be ordered From all over the world.

Dressing Miss Alabama for Miss America is Especially rewarding. These girls work hard for their education and The Clothes Tree By Deborah is happy to be a part of that. Believing women make a difference, Deborah and Tori strive to make everyone that enters their store feel like they are leaving with the perfect look for their individual need.

“Looking and feeling your best is the first step to being and doing your best!”

the Clothes tree by Deborah 2880 Old Rocky Ridge Rd, Birmingham, AL 35243 • (205) 822-1902

www.theclothestreebydeborah.com

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Pure Barre Pure Barre is a low-impact Technique designed to shed calories, and shape the body into a long lean physique in just 55 minutes. The concentration involved while taking Pure Barre allows you to block “life” out for the hour, creating the mental benefits similarly obtained by the practice of yoga or meditation. A transformed body and a clear head in just one hour— it doesn’t get much better than this.

Pure Barre is more than an intelligent exercise, it is a way of life. Pure Barre is a place where people can come and challenge themselves to be better, no matter what age or background, it is a place where everyone can find a place. The beauty of the Technique is that it can be customized to fit each individual’s needs. It is a community that inspires and encourages people to be the best version of themselves.

Birmingham - 280 - Riverchase

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Beverly McNeil gallery

linda ellen Price

605 28th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233 • (205) 328-1716

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The Beverly McNeil Gallery is proud to represent talented artist Linda Ellen Price! Price has been an asset to the art community in the state of Alabama, as well as the nation, for over thirty years and continues to be prolific in her contributions of outstanding oil paintings and portraiture. Linda Ellen Price is an artist well known for her quick, suggestive brush strokes and impressionistic representations of people and animals. An oil painter, she is also known for her portraiture.

Linda Ellen is a certified RN, but chose her love of art and painting as a career after strong encouragement from well known Russian artist Max Heldman, who was instrumental in her development as an artist.

Linda Ellen’s use of experimentation and imagination is evident in all her work. She has an international clientele and has work in collections in the United States, Canada, Europe, and South America. Her work is also displayed in many corporate collections, including the Huntsville Museum of Art. The Beverly McNeil Gallery exclusively represents Linda Ellen in the state of Alabama and will be hosting a One-Woman Show for the artist in their Birmingham gallery November of 2015.

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Smart Skin Med Spa

LACEy EDwARDS

Smart Skin Med Spa owner Carmen Meherg and her daughter Lacey Edwards (pictured here) want to make sure you are smiling or yes, even laughing with joy over the renewed state of your skin after transforming treatments chosen for your specific needs.

The two believe that taking care of your skin and looking your best should not be too time consuming or too expensive.

At Smart Skin, most appointments are an hour or less, so you can quickly get back to your busy day. By offering memberships and monthly specials, you can also make the most of your beauty dollars. Carmen thoroughly researches new skin technologies and will not introduce anything to the Spa without believing it will produce results. All aestheticians are thoroughly trained in every aspect of the procedures offered, so you can feel confident even when trying something brand new.

Questions are encouraged and your feedback is always welcome as well.

We are excited to announce the opening of our second location on Oxmoor Road in downtown Homewood! Thanks and gratitude to our loyal clients. We look forward to seeing you and many new faces at both locations. Smart Skin, Smart Choice!

SMART SKIN MED SPA

32 Church Street Mountain Brook, AL 35213 205.871-8707

1754 Oxmoor Road Homewood, AL 35209 205.968-1301

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The Ditsy Daisy

CinDy Parnell, MiChelle BuTTs anD linDsey Parnell For The Ditsy Daisy, fabulous fashion is all in the family. Mother/daughter duo Cindy Parnell and Michelle Butts founded their boutique three years ago with the goal of offering women of all ages, sizes, and price points a stylish look that makes them feel confident and comfortable. With the addition of Cindy’s youngest daughter Lindsey, this fashionable family is moving up to a new, larger store on Highway 280 in Chelsea this month.

Stop by and let the Ditsy Daisy team freshen up your wardrobe with the latest in on-trend clothing, shoes, and accessories. Or, roll the store right up to your doorstep with The Ditsy Daisy’s boutique on wheels for a girls night in of shopping. Let your style blossom this season with The Ditsy Daisy, and this fashionable family will help you look and feel your best.

16383 US HWY 280 Chelsea, AL 35043 • (205)678-6166

www.theditsydaisy.com The Ditsy Daisy theditsydaisy

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Rose The

Law Firm

The ladies of The Rose Law Firm LLC practice family and matrimonial law exclusively and pride themselves on being known as one of the go to firms in Birmingham and the surrounding areas. The firm’s founder, Jennifer Rose, believes much of their success is due to their strong desire to operate differently from other firms, “I never set out to be different per se, but I knew from my years in the legal field before I set up this practice that I never wanted the cold, corporate, robotic feel that I see in most firms. We recognize that our clients are real people who want and deserve to be treated as such, rather than a file in a drawer. We fight for our clients as if they are our own families and we go out of our way to try make the process less painful.”

The firm is located in the Rose Building in Birmingham’s historic Southside and it has obviously been set up for client comfort. Visitors to the firm are served up with equal amounts of southern charm and history. Fountains, flowers, an enclosed outdoor courtyard, and halls decorated like a tasteful art gallery or old southern mansion aren’t your typical law office, but part of what makes the firm unique. Jennifer explains, “the office is our home away from home and, being southern, we try to make our home inviting and relaxing for our guests as well. We wouldn’t want to deal with our family law matters in an office that looks like a hospital, why would we expect our clients to?”

THE ROSE LAW FIRM

The Rose Building 811 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205 205-323-1124

www.RoseFamilyLaw.com

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Glenda Cochran Tipping the Scales of Justice Championing the cause of the wrongfully injured is how Glenda Cochran practices law and lives her life. She has practiced in the Birmingham area and nationally for more than 25 years, and believes the right to a trial by jury is one of the greatest individual rights we possess in this country. Glenda believes in truth and accountability for every individual, and is not intimidated by anyone or any company when it comes to her clients.

As a student at the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, Glenda was inspired to become a trial lawyer. In her pursuit of this calling, she was an ATLA National Trial Team Champion and regional winner. In fact, she was the first woman to win placement in the program.

In addition to her successful law practice, Glenda is a patron of the arts and serves on the Executive Committee of the Alabama Ballet. She strongly believes in supporting the city’s cultural expansion through theatre, ballet and other civic organizations.

GLENDA COCHRAN ASSOCIATES ATTORNEYS AT LAW Suite 500 310 North Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd.

Birmingham, AL 35203 205.328.5050

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JJ Eyes optical

boutique

JJ lamb

As an advocate of premier customer service, an eye for optical fashion, and a focus on cutting edge technology JJ Lamb opened the first JJ Eyes Optical Boutique in Fairhope, Alabama in 2002. The highly trained staff at JJ Eyes focuses on accentuating each clients’ best features and personality. JJ and her staff pride themselves with fitting each client with the perfect frame and the best lenses. Every eye exam and contact lens fitting at JJ Eyes is a concierge experience. They have three highly trained and experienced optometrists performing the entire eye exam. In 2014 she proudly opened her second location in the heart of Downtown Homewood at 2814 18th Street South next door to Shaia’s. Please call for an eye exam, bring in an outside prescription, or just stop by for a great pair of sunglasses. When JJ is not working she enjoys hanging out with her two kids Zoe Jane and Joe Dixon.

optical

boutique

Birmingham Location : 2814 18th Street South Homewood, AL 35209 205.703.8596 Fairhope Location: 7 South Church Street, Suite D Fairhope, AL 36532

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The Women’s Fund of Greater BirminGham

When women move forward, the entire community moves with them.

The Women’s Fund of Greater Birmingham knows the solution for moving women beyond poverty involves more than any single organization can provide. That’s why our work supports collaborative, two-generation approaches that create opportunities for low-income women and their children together. With your help, we will ensure that all Birmingham women have the resources they need to thrive.

Lisa Engel, Community Volunteer “Sisterhood is a powerful force. The Women’s Fund empowers all of my ‘sisters’ to earn a living wage and to support our families.”

Dianne Mooney, Community Volunteer “The Women’s Fund ensures that my investment in a better future for vulnerable women in our community is going where it’s needed most.”

Ellen Jones, Senior Executive Vice President, Regions Financial “The Women’s Fund plays a unique role as we address the needs of women and fund critical change.”

Alesia Jones, Chief Human Resources Officer, University of Alabama at Birmingham “The most effective change happens when both mom and child have opportunities to succeed. The Women’s Fund provides these opportunities.”

Finding needs. Funding change.

2201 5th avenue South, Suite 110 Birmingham, alabama 35233 205-326-4454 170 b-metro.com

www.womensfundbirmingham.org

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Mantooth InterIors

Personal Style.

Elevated.

Together, we’ll create living spaces that have “You” written all over them.

Every line. Every fabric. Every last detail – artfully drawn together to make you, your family and your friends say, “Of course.”

Let’s get to know one another.

And let’s get started.

2813 18th st. south , Homewood, Al 35209 205-879-5474

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FIne FUrnItUre – DrAPerY & WInDoW treAtMents – LIGHtInG – ACCessorIes – FULL DesIGn serVICes

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Shoal Creek Properties

CAroLine ThompSon LiTTLe President of Shoal Creek Properties, mom and all-around Birmingham enthusiast, Caroline Thompson Little maintains a pretty hectic schedule. For starters, she and husband, Dr. Mark Little of UAB are raising three children under the age of seven. That job alone could keep anyone busy, but she also has a very hands-on approach to growing and managing Shoal Creek Properties. Caroline also finds time to be active on her children’s school board and in her church.

While she has lived in New York, Maine, Boston, and Italy, Caroline will tell you that nothing compares to Birmingham. She is excited for the progress happening in the city and throughout the state. She wants people to know that just as Birmingham and the state have made a lot of progress over the years, so has the Shoal Creek community.

103 Carnoustie – Shoal Creek, Alabama 35242 • 205.991.4653

www.LiveAtShoalCreek.com

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Being a salon owner may be something new for Molly Cummings, but she is making magical things happen right now in Mountain Brook Village. Molly acquired Little Flower Day Spa in October of 2014, re-naming it Wildflower Hair and Nail Studio.

“I feel like I was born to do this and I am totally in my element”, Molly states. “There is nothing more rewarding than creating a lovely place for people to come to work and connect with the community.”

After a complete salon makeover to nothing short of fabulous, Wildflower is now fully staffed for the first time with twelve well-established hair stylists and an excellent manicurist.

“It’s so exciting! We put a huge emphasis on good “juju” or energy at Wildflower”, Molly explains, “dispersing it amongst ourselves and imparting it on every person that comes to our salon. Customers make remarks about the improved atmosphere all the time. It truly is something you have to experience for yourself.”

Molly is a licensed Hair Stylist that specializes in blonde hair, men’s grooming, creative razor cutting, and color melting. Her loyal following will tell you that she is amazing for what she does and who she is, an extremely bright, strong-willed, and talented young woman. Come visit Molly Cummings and experience the wonder of Wildflower today! .

2816 Culver Road, Mountian Brook, AL 35223 (205) 490-1926

wildflowerhairandnailstudio.com

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Crittenden Partners 1 Independence Plaza

Crittenden Partners, P.C., is made up of experienced lawyers dedicated exclusively to the practice of domestic relations and family law. With a passion for clients and a commitment to always taking the high road, the lawyers of Crittenden Partners, P.C., strive to successfully and compassionately guide their clients through whatever stressful situation he or she may be facing.

Birmingham, Alabama 35209 (205) 874-8680

crittendenpartners.com

No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

Grants Mill animal hospital Dr. linDsey petras anD hufflepuff

Dr. Lindsey Petras and the experienced, friendly team at Grants Mill Animal Hospital offer comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care of your family pets. We can also meet all of your boarding and grooming needs at our state-of-the-art facility.

Our goal is to provide the highest quality care of our patients while offering honest and personalized service to our clients. Come visit Dr. Petras and the Grants Mill Animal Hospital team and see the difference--we would love to meet you and your furry family members!

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fab'rik BIRMINGHAM

JulIe MyeRs lINdsey KoNdRItz

A shop-o-holic’s dream, Julie Myers brings Atlanta based women’s clothing boutique, fab’rik ,to Birmingham’s Summit Lifestyle Center. A native Alabamian, Julie knew the concept of affordable high-style fashion was missing and fab’rik needed to be in her home state.

After graduating from Auburn University and constructing her career path in the corporate world with companies such as Tiffany & Co, Club Monaco, and YKK, her heart lead her to pursue what she loved. A fab’rik addict herself, Julie along with store manager, Lindsey Kondritz, and their team of sleek city stylists with sweet southern charm have brought this one of a kind shopping experience to The Summit. Nestled between Urban Cookhouse and Pottery Barn, addicts can shop in a quick minute or meet friends for a fashionable night out all while sipping mimosas and finding that perfect outfit. fab’rik Birmingham delivers high style, with heart, no attitude or sticker shock. If you’ve seen it on the runway or the cover of a magazine, chances are you’ll find it at fab’rik, minus the hefty price tags. All items are priced under $100 except for the extensive denim collection...we all have our vices. Those who shop in the boutiques already know the drill- first come, first serve. Clothing doesn’t stay around long. The bad news...you have to be quick; if you like it, you better grab it. The good news...you have the confidence that not everyone will be wearing your same outfit.

Our addicts stay connected by following us on instagram @ fabrikbirmingham to be the first to know about new arrivals and secret sales. Stop by every day or once a week. Either way, we’re sure you’ll be a fab’rik addict in no time!

Pictured: {On Lindsey | fab’rik Cotton Tank in black $32 | PPLA Warwick Pant in Grey Stripe $58 |Woodberry Wedge Shoes in Metallic $38 |EL.EN Druzy Stud Earrings $45 | Assorted Bracelets $18-$29 | Assorted Rings $14-$22 } {On Julie | Caramela Zip Detail Floral Top in Grey $54 | fab’rik Cape Blazer in Black $64 | Buckle Strap Heels in Brown $42 | Bou Cou Necklace $38-$62 | Assorted Bracelets $22-$68 }

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Chay Watkins

The Chay WaTkins agenCy, inC.

Chay C. Watkins, a State Farm agent in Hoover, opened her insurance office in the Bluff Park neighborhood on January 1, 2015. Chay’s goal is to help the people in her community manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams.

“Being a State Farm agent fuels my desire to make a difference in the lives of the people around me” says Chay. Her State Farm agency provides auto, home, life and health insurances, along with bank products and financial services.

Chay is a 9-year member of the Junior League of Birmingham, and serves on the Advisory Board at the Alys Stephens Center for Performing Arts. Chay is married to entrepreneur and fellow State Farm agent Donald V. Watkins, Jr. whose office is located on the Southside of downtown Birmingham. Together, they form Alabama’s first State Farm agent couple. They have a 2-year-old daughter named Demi Alessandra. The Watkins family attends Church of the Highlands, Grants Mill Campus.

Lesley DeCastro-Vedel

Possessing a captivating mix of left brain and right brain abilities, Lesley DeCastro –Vedel utilizes a meticulous and hands-on approach to running her “effortlessly-chic” clothing store Manhattan South. With a computer degree from Auburn, an MBA from Samford, and an intense passion for keeping her clients happy, Lesley has successfully placed her boutique at the top of Birmingham’s “Must Shop” list. She stays connected to her worldwide clientele with a personalized social media presence.

Since opening Manhattan South in 2007, she has become known for her keen fashion eye, and for creating an exciting, approachable environment where women can shop trend-setting fashions in comfort and style.

Manhattan South

3122 heights Village (Cahaba heights) Birmingham, aL 35243 205.977.3871

Shop online: www.manhattansouth.net

The Chay WaTkins agenCy

2163 Clearbrook Road hoover, aL 35226 205.824.4663

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Misty Joseph Misty Joseph, a REALTOR® with RealtySouth, is the number one condo REALTOR® in the city; no one knows that market segment better. Her clients enjoy days on the market that are 28 days less than the Greater Birmingham average, as well as a 98.35 percent average list to sales price. With that kind of success, you know clients and their success in real estate are her top priority. Misty, believes in Birmingham. In fact she has launched a new Birmingham lifestyle initiative on social media celebrating all of the unique and exciting things this great city has to offer. She hopes the effort will help attract new businesses and residents. You can follow @BelieveInBham on Instagram. While Misty is active in promoting community on this more global scale, her even greater talent lies in helping individuals find great Birmingham homes and condos.

Misty Joseph

The Lingerie Shoppe Brenda Meadows

Since 1946, The Lingerie Shoppe in Mountain Brook Village has provided customers with the world’s finest labels in personal wear, sleepwear and lingerie.

The Lingerie Shoppe offers a full range of robes, gowns, pajamas and a complete inventory of Spanx brand items. Great gift ideas for showers and bachelorette parties! Adorable lingerie cases, satin pillowcases and handkerchiefs all wonderfully, tastefully personal when monogrammed. Every gift is famously presented in our special gift-wrapping. It’s free, and it’s beautiful!

The Lingerie Shoppe advantages: convenient location, a complete and wonderful inventory and personal service without equal.

The Lingerie shoppe 2403 Montevallo road Mountain Brook Village, aL 35223 (205) 871-8994

www.thelingerieshoppe.com

205.807.2090

misty@mistyjoseph.com www.mistyjoseph.com

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Swag Studio Erin Dunavant

SWAG is Birmingham’s most prominent home staging & design studio. Erin Dunavant, owner and chief design consultant for SWAG Design Studio, is considered to be an expert in her field, through design services and staging thousands of homes.

SWAG Design provides the perfect space for buyers, sellers, and remodelers to select their finishes from standard to customized options including interiors to exteriors. Our talented designers meet clients to assess their needs, create the vision, and transform their house into a home.

In addition to design services, Erin’s partnership with Realtors is unique and necessary in preparing and listing a property. SWAG Home Staging consults with sellers providing a detailed checklist to best prepare their home for the market.

However we’re best known for our large inventory, available for rent, that surpasses all others with one of kind items, original artwork, unique designs, and contemporary furnishings perfect for vacant listings!

SWAG leaves a lasting impression by making your home standout which results in a quick sale at top dollar!

Martha Gorham

Want a “sold” sign in your yard? As part of the top 12% of agents in RealtySouth, Martha has proven herself to be a strong producer who can get the job done.

She works with local residents who are buying and selling within the area, as well as out of town families relocating to the Birmingham and surrounding areas.

Martha is often the first person to meet families coming into town for a new job opportunity. For over 20 years, Martha has been treating her clients as she would want to be treated, and she has been commended for the city tours she gives to Birmingham newcomers. As a wife and mother, Martha knows the value of a home and how it brings a family together--after all, she believes that home is truly where the heart is.

2807 Cahaba Road Birmingham, AL 35223 Cell: 205-936-5005

2711 18th Place So. • Homewood 35209

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Pam Koeh l er

If you ever met Pam Koehler you know she has a passion to develop life-long relationships with her clients.

As a Senior Mortgage Consultant with MortgageBanc/Fairway Independent Mortgage, Pam builds a relationship with her clients first. It’s important to her to learn what’s most important to them and their families.

Over the years, she has developed a reputation for being a dedicated professional who offers personalized service. That is why Pam’s client database has been built from past clients, referrals from past clients and her referral partners.

Contact her today. She would love to get to know you, too!

Dr. Angelica R. Rohner Dr. Rohner has been caring for the children of our community for over 15 years at Angelica Rohner Pediatric Dentistry. With a background as an elementary educator, Dr. Rohner pursued the path of Pediatric Dentistry as her second career. As a mother of four children, she truly knows how to provide compassionate care for each child’s individual needs.

Juggling the daily life of a full time career, mother and wife isn’t an easy task, but is just part of the daily routine for Dr. Rohner. She has been voted Dentist of The Year by The Birmingham Dental Society, Family Favorite by Birmingham Parent Magazine and Parents’ Pick 2015 by Alabama Baby & Child Magazine.

Dr. Rohner not only invests wholeheartedly in the dental health of our children but also values the importance of education and the community. Each year her practice supports local schools, libraries, and community outreaches.

The practice’s mission statement “Caring For Each Child Like Our Own” is the perfect representation of the care that Dr. Rohner prides her practice on providing.

2045 Brookwood Med Ctr Dr, Ste #21 Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 870-0892

www.drrohner.com

Pam Koehler

Senior mortgage ConSultant mortgageBanc/Fairway independent mortgage Corporation one Perimeter Park South, Suite 130S Birmimgham, al 35243 nmlS #640471 205-919-1490

pkoehler@mortgagebancllc.com www.pamkoehler.com Copyright©2015 Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. NMLS#2289. 4801 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-877-699-0353.

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Leigh Miller

Licensed ProfessionaL counseLor Formerly of Alabama Psychiatric Services, I started my own private practices so that my clients could continue receiving services after APS closed its doors. I provide compassionate and thorough counseling services to teens, adults, and couples who are looking to make changes in their behavior, perceptions, and relationships. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions and have years of experience treating most mental health diagnoses and various relationship issues. I consider it an honor to assist others in their journey toward wellness and resilience.

Leigh MiLLer counseLing, LLc 4268 cahaba heights ct Vestavia hills, aL 35243 205-277-1519

leighmillercounseling.com

Baeleigh Rodriguez

Professional Make-UP artist

Great Networking • Complimentary Food & Wine

The Women’s Fund of Greater Birmingham Diamonds Direct, Kathy G & Co., KG Designs

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Baeleigh has been a professional freelance makeup artist for five years. She began her career at Sephora and received an education in Cosmetology at The Aveda Institute of Birmingham.

Baeleigh provides the ultimate cosmetic pampering for her clientele. Call or email schedule your next makeup consultation.

Baeleigh rodrigUez

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Dr Farah Sultan Wellness CoaCh and FunCtional MediCine expert Founder, Vitalogy Wellness Center and Med i spa

Dr Farah Sultan , founder of Vitalogy Wellness Center in Homewood, practices functional nutrition, antiaging, hormonal balancing, fitness, appearance/body rejuvenation, and permanent weight control. She has helped a number of men and women with hormone imbalances, stubborn belly fat, poor energy, depression and brain fog, when they were told there was ‘nothing wrong’ because their labs were ‘normal’.

To learn more about Stress, Hormones and Health,call 2054138599 today.

Seating is limited.

Villager Yoga

Annie DAmsky (with niece Lily) Annie Damsky created Villager Yoga, a studio for the whole family to make yoga approachable and accessible to everyone. Annie and the instructors at Villager Yoga specialize in classes that help to deepen your strength, flexibility, balance, inner peace and personal joy wherever you are along your life’s journey. Every day you can find “everybody” classes in varying levels at varying paces, plus classes for growing families, like prenatal, yoga for new moms and kids yoga.

ViLLAger yogA 3150 overton road, Birmingham, AL 35223 205.262.2012

Vitalogy Wellness Center 2704 20th street south, homewood al 35209 2054138599

www.vitalogywellness.com

Studio Red

organic hair Salon What makes our organic salon different? It is what we leave out that makes us special. Your hair will be healthier, shinier, and more natural looking than ever before.

You can rely totally on our professional recommendation to your hair care needs.

We guarantee you will be absolutely delighted.

We guarantee it 100% !

Studio red

organic hair Salon 1011 edenton St. Birmingham, al 35242

(205) 991-2099

www.studioredsalon.com

www.villageryoga.com

Anna L. Hart, Esq.

Anna L. Hart is an attorney with the law firm of Beckum Kittle, LLP, in Vestavia Hills, Alabama.

Anna has devoted her legal career to representing individuals in need, working as a zealous advocate for her clients. Her practice includes personal injury law, family law, and criminal law.

AnnA L. HArt, Esq. Beckum Kittle, LLP 3108 Blue Lake Dr ste 100 Vestavia Hills, AL 35243-2306 (205) 358-3100

ahart@beckumkittle.com No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

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Farrah Shunnarah

Hairstylist, sanctuary salon “This isn’t my job-it’s my life, my passion. I live for the satisfaction I see on a client’s face after a transformation.

I’ve spent countless hours taking classes from top stylists around the country, specializing in color to ensure my clients always leave dazzled and amazed at their new style.”

FaraH sHunnaraH (205) 879-4767

The Harbert Center ElisE Barrows•Jamila lawson Chandrel wright-riChardson JessiCa atkins•lynette garner

At The Harbert Center, we believe that life’s moments should be celebrated and that events really do matter.

With its distinguished character, elegance and charm, The Harbert Center serves as Downtown Birmingham’s premiere event facility for corporate, civic and social events. The Italian granite and mahogany structure sets the stage for sophisticated social affairs while comfortable surroundings and state-of-the-art meeting amenities provide the ideal atmosphere for productive business events.

Complete with an in-house caterer and Executive Chef, The Harbert Center makes it easy for clients to satisfy their culinary needs with delightful menus to fit any occasion. Our talented and passionate team will ensure that your event is an enjoyable and unforgettable experience!

2019 4th avenue north, Birmingham, al 35203 205.226.8800

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Earthborn Pottery Tena Payne

Tena Payne of Earthborn Pottery believes clay gets in your blood. Her goal is to integrate form and function, arriving at a combination which improves ones everyday food encounters to a special enjoyment. She has shown that using art in the everyday environment elevates one’s existence above the norm and gives pleasure and appreciation at unexpected moments.

Chefs across the country have come to depend on her to create unique serving pieces to showcase their culinary creations.

7575 Parkway Drive Leeds, alabama 35094 205-702-7055

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Jezebels Jewels Jezebels Jewels offers a curated collection of one-of-a-kind jewelry, handbags, accessories, and antiques. Owner Gloria White travels the world to bring beautiful treasures from New York, Paris, Turkey, Santa Fe, and New Orleans to Birmingham for the unique woman. The boutique features vintage pieces by designers such as Miriam Haskell and Coco Chanel, as well as contemporary jewelry, wearable art, vintage lighting and furniture.�

Jezebels Jewels, a boutique to embellish your body as well as your soul.

Seventh Heaven Full Service Salon

Patti Smith, Owner, KaSie Carden, StyliSt Seventh Heaven Full Service Salon is located in Columbiana, Alabama. The Salon offers a variety of services to fit every need. We have been in business for 28 years serving Columbiana and surrounding communities. Our team is dedicated to customer service.

Salon Owner Patti Smith specializes in colors.

Kasie Carden, a fellow stylist, specializes in color and sculpting techniques as well.

Jezebels Jewels

2827 18th Street South Birmingham, Alabama 35209 205.502.7669

Seventh heaven

301a west College St., Columbiana, al 35051

Tuesday through Saturday 11:00 am until 5:00 pm or by appointment

205-669-4092

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Creative Cabinets Jennifer Thompson & Lisa CLeghorn Creative Cabinets and Design was started by Jennifer Thompson in 2013. Her company offers design services for kitchens, baths, and any other area of your home that includes cabinetry. Jennifer and Lisa worked together for many years in the design field and have now joined forces to provide exceptional quality cabinets and exquisite designs!

Both designers have over 17 years in the kitchen and bath field. Their work has been published in many magazines, online articles, and won several design awards in conjunction with their loyal builders and remodel contractors. You can find each of these designers on Houzz.com and view their work!

Loose Ends hair salon

Katie serio, owner

Growing up with parents with an entrepreneurial spirit, Katie Serio followed her childhood dream of owning her own salon. At the early age of 21, her dream quickly became a reality when she opened Loose Ends Hair Salon. Her vision was to create an upscale salon with a relaxing environment that could offer a variety of services for men, women and children. Katie is carrying out this vision with an amazing group of talented stylists who all share a common passion to transform their clients into their best self.

loose ends hair salon 131 West oxmoor road suite 113 Birmingham, aL 35209 205-423-5510 Call for Design appointment

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