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Mission: Collaboration Nolan Byers PC gives Birmingham couples the opportunity to divorce respectfully in a non-adversarial, collaborative process. By Lauren Lockhart There’s something remarkable about Frances Ross Nolan and Leigh Reynolds Byers. They aren’t your run-of-the-mill lawyers; this duo of powerful women share a spirit that cannot be contained and a compassion for their clients that cannot be compared. After working together at The Crittenden Firm, the two joined forces in March 2013 to form Nolan Byers PC, a comprehensive family law firm located in the historic Kress Building in downtown Birmingham. “We have similar ideals about what we want our law practice to look like,” explains Byers. Nolan agrees: “We are different in ways that are very complementary. We can argue an issue, and rather than creating friction between us—it creates more trust and respect.” The trust between Nolan and Byers is evident the first time you meet them, and it translates in their work with clients. The firm handles a range of family law issues, including custody, child support, adoption, divorce, and separation. What sets this firm apart from other Birmingham firms, however, is its skilled practice in Collaborative Divorce. More than just a term to describe a more cooperative method for divorce, Collaborative Divorce is a legal process in which participants agree from the onset that they will work toward a shared goal of resolution. Not only are Nolan and Byers trained in this process, but Frances Nolan was a key force in bringing Collaborative Divorce to Alabama. “It’s not here by accident,” says Nolan.” We worked hard to bring training to our state so that professionals could learn about Collaborative Divorce. There have been approximately 20 collaborative divorce cases in Alabama, and I’ve been involved in about 12 of them.” Adds Byers, “It’s now available to Alabama families thanks to a grassroots effort by many individuals, like Frances, here in Birmingham and around the state.” So how does the collaborative process differ from traditional divorce proceedings? “In collaboration, the goal is not to look back, but to look forward,” says Nolan. “To not play the blame game, but to recognize the relationship is over and that there is a future for your family; it’s just going to be different than it is now.” In a collaborative setting, the two parties each receive assistance from their respective collaboratively-trained lawyers, mental health and financial professionals; this interdisciplinary support is one of the hall-
marks of the collaborative process along with a contractual commitment made by the parties and the professionals not to litigate. The parties must understand going into the Collaborative process that if negotiation is unsuccessful, they will each have to retain new counsel to litigate their dispute. “We consider ourselves sophisticated problem-solvers,” says Byers. “We shepherd people through a very stressful and difficult time in their lives.” Nolan adds, “That ought to be how lawyers see themselves: as shepherds and problem solvers instead of only as gladiators and warriors.” The aggressive “gladiator” style of lawyering is one that Nolan and Byers believe has its place, but whenever appropriate, they work to bring a more respectful, forwardlooking approach to divorce proceedings with the goal of reducing conflict. “As a collaborative lawyer, your job is to understand that there are at least two sides to every story,” explains Nolan. “I’m not trying to buy your side of the story or discount the other person’s side of the story. I’m trying to see how the stories fit together into one whole picture— understanding that picture will help you understand the conflict and will hopefully provide insight into how to resolve it.” “Divorce is never easy!” according to Nolan, but with a desire for resolution positioned as the end goal from the onset, the taxing process of divorce can be more manageable, both in the short term and long
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term. Nolan and Byers don’t simply want to win a case for their client; they genuinely want to resolve conflict and counsel their clients towards better working relationships, particularly when the parties will continue to be connected post-divorce. Above all else, the mission of Nolan Byers PC is to handle each case individually and personally. Says Byers, “We offer every alternative available to resolve legal disputes. We tailor the approach to each client and their unique goals and interests.”
“We try to understand what our clients’ fears and concerns are,” adds Nolan. “And we help them understand their options and how each may impact those goals and needs. That’s really what our firm stands for.” This story is sponsored by Nolan Byers, PC. To learn more about the firm, or to contact Frances Ross Nolan or Leigh Reynolds Byers, please visit their website at: www.nolanbyers.com
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You can sense a blossoming of business, culture, and opportunity throughout the city. The metro area feels alive with possibilities and achievement—a city in bloom. Many of the people creating this spring-like effect are women. On the pages that follow, you will find the women who are making business bloom in our area. They work in the law, culinary arts, design, finance; in every aspect of Birmingham’s economy, you can find strong women at the helm. As you read their stories and view their portraits, you can sense the drive, determination, and persistence that allows them to rise to the top of their companies, professions, and industries. 134
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Kathy G
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 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 kathyg.com
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Chandrel Wright-Richardson, Sarah Hodges, Jessica Atkins, Jamila Lawson Elegant surroundings, fine foods, and attention to detail make The Harbert Center the perfect place for your business, social and wedding events. With its unique architectural design and multi-purpose function, The Harbert Center offers an ideal setting with enhanced capabilities. Our enthusiastic team is dedicated to each client to ensure an unforgettable event. Rediscover The Harbert Center today!
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Henderson & Walton Women’s Center P.C.
806 St. Vincent’s Drive | Suite 500 Birmingham, AL 35205 | (205) 930-1800 With satellite offices in Alabaster, Anniston, Chelsea, Cullman, Jasper, Rainbow City, and Tuscaloosa
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ART Fertility Program of Alabama The heart of the ART Fertility Program of Alabama for the past 28 years is serving couples experiencing infertility with compassion, dignity and state-of-the-art technology. Our program is led by Dr. Kathryn Honea, Dr. Virginia Houserman, Dr. Cecil Long and Dr. Chris Allemand, Board Certified specialists in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. We are skilled in comprehensive infertility care and offer a complete range of infertility services, including medical and surgical therapies, personalized care plans and excellent success rates. Our Shared Risk Programs for IVF and Egg Recipient patients give couples a specific chance at pregnancy with limited financial risk. With offices in Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa, we’ve helped many thousands of couples achieve their dream of having a healthy baby.
2006 Brookwood Medical Center Drive • Suite 508, WMP • Birmingham, AL 35209 205-870-9784• 1-800-476-9784
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Carrie Wheelock and Alicia Liddon 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, perdicures, 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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JSU College of Nursing As leaders in nursing at Jacksonville State University, we prepare students to become trusted professionals who care for patients in hospitals, clinics, wellness centers, schools, public health departments, and at home in an ever-changing health care environment. JSU nurses become the faces of nursing in urban and rural areas and colleges across the state, nation and globe. JSU’s College of Nursing offers a wide variety of innovative nursing programs including: traditional four-year BSN, online RN to BSN, and online master’s degree programs in Community Health Nursing with concentrations in Nursing Education or Emergency Management, as well as Nurse Educator or Emergency Preparedness Nursing Coordinator certificates. JSU is where nursing students are GOING!
700 Pelham Road North Jacksonville, AL 36265 1-800-231-JAX1 jsu.edu/nursing
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Molly Cummings As a hairstylist, after training rigorously at the Aveda Institute in Birmingham, the Arrojo Advanced Academy in New York City, and the Goldwell Advanced Academy in Santa Monica, Molly Cummings is doing what she loves the most at Little Flower Day Spa in Mountain Brook Village. Molly specializes in blonde hair and approaches her brunettes like she would a blonde, piling layers of dimension to achieve natural looking, child-like color. She often incorporates ombre techniques and color melting for the more bold at heart. Molly is highly trained, skilled, and sought after in the art of men's grooming and enjoys precision cutting ladies' hair with the razor and with sheers. She is gifted at creating amazing, forward thinking, formal styles that will make any special occasion unforgettable. She is able to provide Keratin treatments that will restore and smooth your hair. Molly studies Art History and Art Studio at the University of Alabama, Birmingham and brings the creative edge to the craft of hairstyling. She exudes elegance and taste and those elements will show up in any look that she creates for you.
Little Flower Day Spa 2816 Culver Road Mountain Brook Village (205)706-6657
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Pure Barre Pure Barre has been changing bodies and minds here in Birmingham since 2010. The technique has become such a national and local phenomenon, with unparalleled results, that 2014 brings the opening of Pure Barre’s 200th studio nationwide, as well as Birmingham’s 4th studio in Trussville, Alabama. Pure Barre owners Deanna Pizitz, Shelly Smith, Danielle Davis (standing, L-R), Hannah Beth Cobb and Lindsay Lancaster (seated, L-R) welcome the opportunity to talk with you about why Pure Barre is THE best barre workout in town. Your first class is always free! Visit www.purebarre.com for general information about the technique, and click on each studio location for more specific information. We’ll see YOU at the barre - Pure Barre.
Pure Barre Birmingham Homewood
Owners: Danielle Davis and Lindsay Lancaster 2826 18th Street South Homewood, Alabama 35209 205.870.7279
Pure Barre Hoover 280
Owners: Danielle Davis, Lindsay Lancaster and Deanna Pizitz 5426 US 280 #6 Hoover, Alabama 35243 205.991.5224
Pure Barre Birmingham Riverchase
Owner: Shelly Smith 1870 Chace Drive, #100 Birmingham, Alabama 35244 205.982.8366
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Jennifer G. Rose Attorney, Certified Family Law Specialist Jennifer is the founder and lead attorney of a highly rated family law and matrimonial firm located in Birmingham’s historic business district. A second generation attorney, Jennifer practically grew up in a courthouse while working with her father in his firm before moving to Birmingham and opening her own in 2007. As one of Alabama’s only Certified Family Law Specialists, she and her staff devote the entirety of the practice to the pursuit of family and matrimonial law such as divorce, custody, asset division, pre and post nuptial agreements, spousal and child support, and all other family law matters. Jennifer credits much of the firm’s success to the firm’s focused approach along with the passion she and her staff have towards family law stating; “I didn’t choose family law, it chose me. My parents got divorced when I was a teenager and I have three younger sisters so I know firsthand how it affects children AND families, this is why I only employ people who share the same passion about helping other families going through these situations as I do. I was always taught that when God closes a door, he opens a window. I take great joy in knowing that I’m able to be the person helping people through that window to the other side where there can be a fresh start with more happiness. I believe everyone has a right to happiness and while the process might not always be happy, I want people to know there is a life on the other side of that window”. As a result of the firm’s belief in hiring likeminded advocates, the firm employs multiple attorneys who have won awards for their work in family law. Jennifer has recently been named a Top Family Law Attorney in Birmingham Magazine for the second year in a row along with being named a “Top 40 under 40” attorney by the National Trial Lawyers.
The Rose Law Firm LLC
Located in the Historic Frank Nelson Building 205 20th Street North, Suite 915 Birmingham Al, 35203 205-323-1124 www.rosefamilylaw.com
no representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
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Lacey Edwards Smart Skin Med Spa would like to take this opportunity to personally thank our loyal clients for supporting us throughout the years. We truly could not be where are are today without each of your beautiful faces. If you are not a current member or have never visited with Smart skin we have eight estheticians on staff and we are open for business Monday-Saturday and have a skin care specialist in a private setting to offer complimentary consultations by appointment. We are always up to date with the latest technology and have been voted one of Birmingham’s top spas and #1 in customer satisfaction for last several years. We welcome you and would love the opportunity to service your skin care needs.
Smart Skin Med Spa 32 Church Street Birmingham, AL 35213 205-871-8707 smartskinmedspa.com
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The Crittenden Firm, PC
Founded in 1985, The Crittenden Firm is made up of dedicated advocates who insist on the high road for clients and lawyers alike. The attorneys of The Crittenden Firm are compassionate, strong, empathetic, well-regarded, scholarly, client-focused, and highly experienced in the area of domestic relations.
The Crittenden Firm 813 Shades Creek Pkwy., Suite 210 Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 874-8680 www.thecrittendenfirm.com
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Dr. Meg Cherry, Dr. Jenny Sobera, Shelley Winzeler PA-C , Dr. Kristy Curl
Since 2008, a commitment to achieving healthy skin for life for her adult and pediatric patients is the passion that drives Dr. Jenny Sobera and her team at Village Dermatology. Dr. Sobera finds great satisfaction in managing skin diseases and disorders within her medical practice. She is equally gratified by the opportunity the cosmetic side of her practice offers as she sees the fantastic reaction of clients who feel more youthful and beautiful. Along with a newly renovated state of the art medical facility, Village Dermatology’s practice includes the Skin for Life Boutique and the Aesthetic & Laser Center. Village Dermatology was honored to be the first dermatology practice in Alabama to receive Allergan’s elite and prestigious award, Diamond Status. Dr. Sobera, a honors graduate of Auburn University and the University of Alabama School of Medicine, has built an exceptional team at Village Dermatology, which includes Board-Certified Dermatologists Dr. Kristy Curl (Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences ), Dr. Meg Cherry (University of Alabama School of Medicine) and Shelley Winzeler, Physicians Assistant (UAB School of Health Related Professions).
2900 Cahaba Rd. • Mountain Brook Village, Birmingham 35223 www.villagedermatology.net • 205.877.9773
Ashley Roberts Ashley is a professional airbrush makeup artist and hair stylist at Joelle Salon, and she has also been selected as Miss Alabama’s makeup artist at the Miss America pageant this year in Atlantic City. Ashley’s passion is special occasion airbrush makeup, which gives you a flawless look without melting, looking caked on, or settling into your pores. By combining innovative airbrush makeup techniques with traditional makeup and hair styling, Ashley is able to give you a captivating look that stays in place all day and night. Ashley has had extensive training in the fundamentals of hair design, cutting, and coloring while staying on the pulse of fashion trends. The next time you need a cut, color, highlights, blowout, or special occasion hair and makeup, visit Ashley at Joelle Salon—she will give you a personalized look that will make you feel beautiful.
Ashley Roberts Call (205.908.8008) or email (ashleydawn284@gmail.com) to schedule your appointment.
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Liz Pharo As a cloud-based telecommunications company that provides unified communications services to small and medium-sized businesses, Momentum Telecom is a leader in the fastest growing industry segment in the United States— Hosted VoIP. With the recent purchase of Georgia-based IBBS, Momentum has become the number one modem provisioning and software-monitoring company for cable modems in tier 2 and tier 3 cable markets, with more than a million modems monitored. Momentum Telecom Chair Liz Pharo is proud to lead the Birmingham-based company of 300 employees and is making significant moves in the growing tech segment. The recent IBBS purchase combined Momentum with a company three times its size, and Momentum recently relocated its headquarters near the downtown business district. Pharo, the mother of four children ages 6 to 2 months, holds a computer science degree from Birmingham-Southern College.
205.978.4400 www.momentumtelecom.com
Erin Dunavant
SWAG is Birmingham’s most prominent home staging & new construction design studio. Erin Dunavant, owner and chief design consultant for SWAG Home Staging & Design, is considered to be an expert in her field, designing and staging thousands of homes. Home or Condominium, vacant or occupied, SWAG leaves a lasting impression by making your home stand out which results in a quick sale at top dollar!
Salon U
Voted Top 100 Salons in the country for Alabama by ELLE Magazine for the past 2 consecutive years Salon U strives to deliver a very different experience. We have been a part of your community since 2002 and feature over 26 highly skilled hair stylists, laser hair removal services, massage therapy and body sugaring. Our clients want hair they can easily take from classic/conservative during the day to daring/dramatic in the evening. They are mothers, executives, professionals and students on the go – and all of them want to look great while they do what they do best. Pictured below is Wanda Copeland, Salon U guest since 2009 and can be found dazzling her own clients as the Brand Ambassador for David Yurman at Saks Fifth Avenue Birmingham. Hair by stylist Mark Hyde.
Salon U
Home Staging & Design 2711 18th Place So. Homewood 35209 205-370-9057 www.swaghomestaging.com
2824 Linden Ave. Birmingham, AL 35209 205-870-8708 www.salonustyle.com
Villager Yoga specializes in yoga classes for all ages, offering family, child, and prenatal yoga classes in addition to a variety of adult classes. Owner Annie Damsky and her fellow instructors make classes fun and approachable for all levels—whether you’re 5, 35, or 65 years old! Annie and the Villager Yoga team believe there is no time like the present to learn the path to inner peace. They’ll help you and your family find strength, balance, and comfort within yourself while sharing love and kindness throughout our community. Annie Damsky
VillagerYoga 3150 Overton Rd #8 Birmingham, AL 35223 (205) 262-2012 villageryoga.com facebook.com/villageryoga Instagram @VillagerYoga
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Tonya Jones After working with prestigious salons in both Birmingham and her home state of Mississippi, Tonya Jones branched out to open her own Aveda Lifestyle salon. Tonya Jones SalonSpa, in business since November 2009, empowers each guest to rediscover their true beauty and confidence through an experience of transformation and renewal. Philanthropy is a priority of Tonya Jones SalonSpa. The organization participates in events throughout the year to support breast cancer awareness and protect the local environment. September 2013 marked a milestone for the company as Tonya Jones SalonSpa expanded to a second location in English Village. “We set ourselves apart by embracing diversity, innovation, and education.” The Tonya Jones SalonSpa team values unity, passion, and integrity in hopes to create a culture and community that reflect these values. In 2013, Tonya Jones received the Birmingham Business Alliance Young Professional of the Year Award. This year she was appointed to the Women’s Fund Board. Both professionally and personally, Tonya lives by the motto, Live the Life You Love. She met husband Bryan Combs the day she moved to Birmingham. The two were married in May 2006. Tonya and Bryan are the proud owners of three dogs, Maggy May and Sweetie Pie, and Samantha.
Tonya Jones SalonSpa Cahaba Village & English Village 205.870.4247 tonyajonessalon.com
Katie Middleton April DeLuca AshLeigh Meyer Meyer, Middleton, & DeLuca, LLC is a Family Law Boutique firm in the heart of Birmingham. They take on all family law cases including divorces, adoptions, juvenile criminal defense, modifications, child custody, child support, paternity, and family estate and business planning. From divorces and custody battles to adoptions, this firm puts their primary focus on the children’s best interests involved. Through their experiences acting as Guardian Ad Litems for minor children involved in family law disputes, they have realized that the needs of minor children can often be overlooked in family law disputes. By developing legal strategies that protect the best interests of children, they ensure the solutions reached benefit the entire family.
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.
Meyer, Middleton, & DeLuca, LLC 2 Office Park Circle, Suite 220 Mountain Brook, Alabama 35223 205-202-0070 www.magiccityfamilylaw.com
2807 Cahaba Road Birmingham, AL 35223 Cell: 205-936-5005 Martha@MarthaGorham.Com www.marthagorham.com
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The Lingerie Shoppe
Dr. Farah Sultan, founder and president of Vitalogy Wellness Center, is Birmingham’s only expert in optimized living. Her breakthrough rejuvenation system provides the path to overcome diminished health and attain vitality.
Established in 1946, The Lingerie Shoppe has provided its customers with keen insight and good taste in stocking the finest labels in personal wear, sleepwear, and lingerie for decades. Birmingham residents know to come to our shop in Mountain Brook Village for a great selection of high-quality products from around the world.
Using her blueprint, you harness your simple, self-care practices and changes of habit. These practices cover five essential keys to resolving the underlying stressors that lead to the breakdown of health including your nervous system, your endocrine system, detoxification, nutrition, and fitness.
The Lingerie Shoppe offers a full range of robes, gowns, pajamas, and almost all Spanx brand items. These items are great gift ideas for showers and bachelorette parties, and our lingerie cases, satin pillowcases, and handkerchiefs all can be monogrammed. We even offer a complimentary toss-away garter with every bridal gift.
Dr. Sultan, a renowned speaker, lifestyle mentor and wellness coach, is passionate about all areas of wellness. She grew up in India where she was surrounded by Eastern medicine involving ayurvedic, herbal, acupuncture, complimentary, and alternative medicines. In addition, Dr. Sultan has received specialized post-graduate training in functional medicine.
Come to our beautiful and comfortable store to experience our great advantages of location, convenience, and personal service. We know that when you walk in, you will immediately feel special and excited to make a purchase for yourself or a gift for someone else.
Dr. Sultan practices internal medicine and functional wellness. She is board certified in family medicine and obtained her Membership of the Royal College of Physicians in London, UK.
Vitalogy Wellness Dr. Farrah Sultan 2704 20th Street South Homewood, AL 35209 205-413-8599 vitalogywellness.com
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The Lingerie Shoppe
2403 Montevallo Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35223 (205) 871-8994 www.thelingerieshoppeinc.com
Tena Payne
Candace Peeples
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.
Candi’s practice is limited exclusively to Matrimonial & Family Law. Candi believes that every case has the potential to settle out of court and strives to exhaust all possible avenues of settlement while fully understanding that a trial on the merits of the case may be the only option in some matters as well. She is a certified domestic and appellate mediator who facilitates private party mediations as well as attorneys lead sessions. One of the Birmingham Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40”, Candi graduated from the University of Georgia and earned her law degree cum laude from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law in 2000.
Chefs across the country have come to depend on her to create unique serving pieces to showcase their culinary creations.
Shaw & Peeples,LLC
Earthborn Studios, Inc
2924 Crescent Avenue Birmingham, Alabama 35209 (205) 871-9550 • www.shawinjurylaw.com
7575 Parkway Drive Leeds, Alabama 35094 EarthbornPottery.net 205-702-7055
Paige Drummond
The family-owned business of Eighteenth Street Orientals opened shop in 1986 with a commitment to offering beautiful handmade rugs at affordable prices. It did not take long for this combination of skill and talent, along with its reputation for quality and service, to boost Eighteenth Street Orientals from a startup family business to a recognized leader in the industry. Having continued this tradition, Paige Drummond and her husband Sam have maintained the commitment their family originated 28 years ago.
1808 29th Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35209 In Downtown Homewood 205-870-3838 • www.18thstreetorientals.com
No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
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Janet Hamm and Holly Moody The Alabama Home Team
Elizabeth Shaw
A trial attorney, with over 25 years experience, Elizabeth Shaw specializes in Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Litigation. A graduate of The University of Alabama School of Law, Elizabeth has been recognized as one of the top Plaintiff’s attorneys by Birmingham Magazine. Elizabeth works closely with each client to develop a specific plan of action so that the best possible result may be achieved. Elizabeth understands what her clients have been through and how seriously an injury impacts their lives. Her approach makes the legal process for her clients as easy and effective as possible.
Janet Hamm and Holly Moody want to help you make any real estate experience enjoyable. Their combined knowledge, skills and experience provide the expertise and service they feel their clients deserve. Janet and Holly are leaders in today’s tech-savvy marketplace and view all challenging situations as opportunities to use their skills to find solutions that best help their clients. Not only do they have vast market expertise, but they have the unique position of having moved a combined total of more than 30 times. The Alabama Home Team is your perfect choice for all your real estate needs.
Janet Hamm 205-601-5556 Holly Moody 205-515-0917
Shaw & Peeples, LLC
www.theAlabamaHomeTeam.com
2924 Crescent Avenue Birmingham, Alabama 35209 (205) 871-9550 www.shawinjurylaw.com
No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
The Alabama Home Team, a part of ARC Realty
Lesley DeCastro Vedel
Manhattan South is a contemporary boutique located in Birmingham, Alabama and since its opening in 2007, it has become a city favorite. Named for Manhattan Beach, CA, Manhattan South embodies the West Coast lifestyle - relaxed, carefree but totally sexy and put together. Owner Lesley DeCastro Vedel is known for her keen fashion eye, and for creating an exciting and approachable environment where her clients can shop trend-setting fashions in comfort and style. Also in photo: Mannie the Manimal
Manhattan South 3122 Heights Village Birmingham, AL 35243 P. (205)977-3871
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Want to catch a star? At Masterpiece Education, Letha Raulerson taps into a child’s natural creative abilities and focuses these talents toward a common goal of excellence. Letha grew up with a passion for performance, and she now shares her love of art, music, and theatre with her students. Masterpiece Education offers classes that build self-confidence, imaginative and independent thinking, teamwork skills, and an appreciation of the arts within your young dreamer.
Masterpiece Education
me-vestavia.com 2531 Rocky Ridge Suite 120 Vestavia, AL 35243 • 205-572-9884
Betsy Bayer
It is often said “it’s the thought that counts” when it comes to gift giving. Conveniently located off of Highway 31, Oodles of Gifts offers something for almost everyone on your list—the bride, the bridesmaids, the bachelor, or the baby! Oodles of Gifts offers customers dozens (or oodles!) of gifts in a wide range of prices, from a small “thank you” to an heirloom-quality gift that they will cherish for years.
OUR STRENGTH IS BUSINESS, OUR FOCUS IS YOU.
We are a solution based marketing firm. We believe the foundation of success in business is based on building genuine relationships. Our strategic marketing process allows us to uncover the challenges to your marketing and sales team, then design programs to overcome them.
We are energized by creating marketing partnerships with our clients. We are a full service shop specializing in creating marketing strategies, website design, graphic design, mobile applications, social media, and online marketing.
Oodles of Gifts
1919 28th Ave South Homewood, AL 35209 (205) 870-4126 Find us in Facebook under Oodles of Ribbon
Kelly Krison Yokel Kelly Yokel loves what she does— and what she does best is hair. Working as a hair stylist for the past 15 years, Kelly has honed her skills of working with color, highlighting, and cutting. Her specialty is cutting with a razor, always giving her clients a fresh, modern look with a bit of edge. Kelly is currently taking appointments at Salon 2412 in Mountain Brook Village.
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Salon 2412
2412 Canterbury Road Mountain Brook, AL 35223 205-414-7854
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Five Generations The Clothes Tree by Deborah celebrates 50 years in business in 2015. Deborah’s grandmother started the business almost 50 years ago. Being raised in the business gave Deborah a chance to learn everything she could from an early age, and she took over when her grandmother retired over 25 years ago. Next year Deborah turns 50 and her grandmother will turn 100. Deborah’s mother Ruth also works in the store giving her generation the latest looks. Deborah’s daughter Tori, 25, graduated from the University of Alabama a few years ago, deciding fashion was also her passion. She is ready to be the next generation to take over! Next year also marks the 20th year the store has been in a French style building on Old Rocky Ridge Road, located off I-459 at the Acton Road Exit. Deborah’s daughter-in-law, Mandy, also works in the store and Chloe, Deborah’s 3 ½-year-old granddaughter will be the next generation to give it her sense of flare! The Clothes Tree by Deborah specializes in after five, long formals, mother of the wedding party, bridesmaids, sorority rush, homecoming, prom, pageant gowns, sportswear, and unique accessories from all over the world!
The Clothes Tree by Deborah 2880 Old Rocky Ridge Rd, Birmingham, AL 35243 (205) 822-1902 www.theclothestreebydeborah.com
STORE hOURS
Mon thru wed (10-5), Thur(10-7), Fri and Sat(10-5) Open after hours by appointment.