KNOW Tampa 2019

Women you must

and do business with

Vol 2

#knowtampa

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Launched in 2017, The KNOW Book + Tribe began as a way to bring more attention to dynamic women doing remarkable things in the Phoenix metro. We knew there were an outstanding number of women impacting the community and making big strides in their industries. Our goal was to get those women out from behind their computer screens and into the public eye. Thus, we created the KNOW Book, a carefully curated publication that would feature vision-led women in a glamorous and authentic style.

As the momentum grew and we recognized the need for more, we launched our Tribe around the women featured in our KNOW Book. Our mix & mingles soon ensued and we witnessed incredible things happening. We saw our women doing business with each other, creating friendships, supporting each other, collaborating on projects together, and so much more.

What started as a fun project to spotlight women, has turned into a full-blown movement. The KNOW Book + Tribe has expanded beyond its birthplace of Phoenix, Arizona; its aim is to launch in every major city across the United States and Canada.

Sarah Benken FOUNDER AND VISIONARY

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COLLECTION We are a collection of highly successful, authentically driven women.

COLLABORATION We collaborate to support one another & build clout that inspires & motivates the advancement for all women.

COMMUNITY We support our local & global communities by actively searching for ways to pay it forward.

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Lift & Rise Nominations for the 2020 KNOW Tampa open April 2020.

Follow KNOW Publications for the latest information. www.theknowtribe.com

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DESIGN & LAYOUT: EMMA CATARINO

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EVENT PLANNING: CORE CONCEPTS BOTANICA INTERNATIONAL DESIGN STUDIO STYLE HOUSE RENTALS

AMBASSADOR: JULIE TINGLEY

PUBLISHER: SARAH BENKEN

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table of contents 10 BEAUTY 22 BUSINESS 47 FASHION 58 FOOD & BEVERAGE 65 HEALTH & WELLNESS

73 HOME & LIFE 89 MEDIA 91 NON-PROFIT 95 NOTABLE 2019 7

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We snapped hundreds of photos to prepare the KNOW Tampa Book...and we had a whole lotta fun doing it!

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AMBASSADOR

This Book is more than a collection of biographies. These are the stories of great dreams that became tireless journeys and the unwavering commitments for more. The women on the pages are more than familiar faces. They are visionaries who embody the ideals of courage, sacrifice, passion, and triumph. The businesses between these covers represent multiple industries and diverse backgrounds. And though the experiences, products, and services are different from one another, the core values of community and collaboration unite each featured member to build a solid foundation from which the Tribe is formed. As innate nurturers, they seek connectedness; as recognized leaders, they understand the impact of partnership; as strong individuals, they KNOW they are more dynamic together.

Over one year ago, the KNOW Book + Tribe was introduced to Tampa purely as a vision. For many of us, we were complete strangers. But, with the support of creator, Sarah Benken, the watchful eyes of my greatest inspirations (Ella & Kate), and the willingness and engagement from over 100 Bay-area women, something beautiful was built. From there, a sisterhood flourished, meaningful bonds were formed, and local excitement for female leaders, creators, and entrepreneurs amplified.

Today, with this second volume of KNOW Tampa, there is no question that we live in an area where women empowerment is thriving, and our mission to ‘lift + rise’ has been widely embraced.

I am proud to serve as the Ambassador for the city where my daughters were born. I am honored to be part of a movement that is promising and transformational. However, my greatest joy comes with KNOWing the incredible women you read about here. I am grateful for the opportunity to share and be a part of the paths they walk.

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JENNIFER PULEO, APRN, MPH COLEY SIMMONS, PA-C KATE WILLIAMS, APRN-C CAITLIN GORMAN, APRN-C LINDSEY TAYLOR, APRN-C DR. GERARD MOSIELLO, MD MEDICAL DIRECTOR AND BOARD-CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON Ten years ago, Faces’ owner Jen Puleo, APRN, MPH (pictured center-left), elevated the modern medical aesthetics concept by infusing the upscale historic South Tampa charm with New York City’s urban energy. The result: Faces of South Tampa. Located inside Bayshore Boulevard’s glamorous Bigelow-Helms Mansion & Carriage House, Faces of South Tampa has been the Bay Area’s Gold Standard in aesthetics and skin care since opening in 2009.

Centered around a medical team with over fifty years of combined hands-on experience, Faces has become one of the largest and most respected Medical Spas in the nation, with an unparalleled reputation for providing superior results and excellent customer service, all within a welcoming and cozy setting. Along with twenty-five other extremely talented staff members, including medical aestheticians, RNs, and client-support staff, Faces is a special place that truly brings it all together and delivers an experience like none other.

With renowned national trainers on staff and a rigorous continuing education regimen, Faces continues to be the leader and trendsetter in the aesthetic industry, staying on top of the latest advances in techniques, products, and devices used in the medical aesthetics industry; while always taking a more conservative, natural-looking and safety-first approach to all procedures they offer. From injectable treatments such as BOTOX® Cosmetic, Sculptra®, Facial Fillers, and PDO Threads, to specialty device treatments such as Ultherapy®, CoolSculpting®, Laser Treatments, and much more, Faces is THE destination for the best in beauty and anti-aging, both locally and nationwide.

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JESSY FURNIEL Meet Tampa Bay’s own Wonder Woman! Jessy is a former Grupo Puntacana concierge strategist who has hosted the likes of Oscar de la Renta, Anna Wintour and the Assouline family. She’s also the Founder and Formulator of the International Award Winning opulent organic skincare line, Adélie®, which empowers women to age with confidence.

She’s a mother, military spouse and a entrepreneur determined to elevate your skincare experience beyond industry standards by selfdeveloping skincare products that upon application quickly produce results.

She encapsulates white glove service with an eco-conscious touch. Adélie® is proudly Vegan, Leaping Bunny certified and over 95% certified organic. Utilizing directly sourced ingredients that supports women co-ops and small farmers, which empowers economic independence and fair wages.

Jessy is the Latina revolutionizing the conversation around women’s beauty after the age of 35. She sees aging as your evolution, because she believes women keep getting better as they evolve with time.

PHOTO CREDIT: MIR SALGADO PHOTOGRAPHY

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ROSE JOHNSON AMELIA ROSE BEAUTY BAE BEAUTY BAR Rose is the epitome of a woman living her dream. Ever since she could remember, Rose knew she was destined for the Beauty Industry.

She began her career as a Regional Makeup Artist for one of the largest leading cosmetic lines in the world. In that position, she traveled throughout the South East. During this time, her love and passion for the makeup industry and the artistry behind it grew. As her career blossomed, she built a thriving business: Amelia Rose Beauty.

Here, she specialized in the Bridal Industry and building relationships with private clients. Rose loved what she was doing but always wanted to be part of something more. It was during that she met the amazing woman she has partnered with to create BAE Beauty Bar. BAE is a beauty sanctuary created to make each woman feel beautiful everyday. Her goal was to create an environment that will allow women to feel empowered and beautiful from the inside out. BAE Beauty Bar is just that.

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BEAUTY ROBIN GUESS BEAU GÂCHIS COSMETICS

In 2013, Tampa native Robin Guess founded Beau Gâchis Cosmetics. Named after her two daughters, “Beau Gâchis” is French for “Beautiful Mess”.

After becoming a “statistic” of Corporate America, Robin learned quickly how to cut costs and stretch a dollar wherever possible. When she needed to buy new makeup brushes, she just couldn’t justify the high costs and sadly returned home empty handed. That moment sparked the beginning of an incredible journey of entrepreneurship, hard work and creativity.

Robin quickly decided her mission was to ensure that no woman would ever have to give up luxury beauty products because of high prices again. After exhaustive research and worldwide communications, she partnered with premier manufacturers to design and produce the highest quality of makeup brushes using the same materials as many leading brands.

Beau Gâchis is featured in numerous subscription boxes, beauty salons, MediSpas, and have been recommended on national morning shows and featured in beauty magazines.

PHOTO CREDIT: HOWIE MAC PHOTO

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BEAUTY KELLY SULTENFUSS, KERRY ALLGIRE, TANJA CATOE / CROWN & MANE

Crown & Mane is Tampa’s premiere blow out destination located in charming Hyde Park Village.

Co-founded by Kerry Allgire, Tanja Catoe & Kelly Sultenfuss, Crown & Mane is a product of a love for and 15 years’ experience in the beauty industry. Crown & Mane’s blow outs are tailored to suit the unique style of each client. Crown & Mane invites women to experience the luxury of styling services in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere.

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@crownandmane_tampa

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SUZANNE ANDERSON & LISA MARQUES / BLUSHROCK As Canadian-born Americans of Portuguese descent, Lisa Marques and Suzanne Marques Anderson spent their childhoods braving the snows of Montreal and their adulthoods soaking in Florida’s sun. They bonded over their love of adventuring, pizza, and aesthetics. Once upon a time, their parents told them they could do anything.

So they did.

In 2010, at a time and place where lash extensions were practically unheard of, these two sisters united in pursuit of their passion for beauty and innovation. Lisa and Suzanne remodeled obstacles into opportunities; when Suzanne suddenly developed an allergy to every eyelash extension adhesive on the market, this encouraged them to begin formulating their own products, made with carefully selected quality ingredients.

Thus BlushRock Beauty emerged, the first beauty studio devoted to quality eyelash extensions and products in Tampa, Florida. As licensed aestheticians and artists of their craft,

Lisa and Suzanne evolved as creative entrepreneurs who have revolutionized their corner of the beauty industry in terms of quality, authenticity, and professionalism.

BlushRock Beauty’s mission is to enable any woman to instantly feel more confident and glamorous. Due to the exemplary lash material and retention, it’s about simplifying beauty and makeup routines in a busy, demanding world. Thanks to the customized service, it’s about making beauty an individualized experience based on each client’s preferences and needs. Lisa and Suzanne fiercely uphold a work ethos of trust and integrity, exclusively choosing topical products that are oil-free, paraben-free, latex-free, and cruelty-free. Their love of lashing enables them to continuously conduct research, encourage new ideas, and innovate products of the highest standard.

Today, BlushRock Beauty opens its doors to women from all over, far and wide! The company has created hundreds of jobs by training aspiring lash artists, distributes 300+ products throughout the Americas, and is soon expanding to worldwide distribution.

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LAURIE POLLICE / LAURIE POLLICE HAIR

Focused on continued learning, Laurie is committed to staying trend-savvy. Her mission is to help every woman be the best version of herself. Genuine care for her clients and building trusting relationships are just two of the keys to her success.

Laurie got her first taste of the hair extension industry over seven years ago and found an incredible tool that allows her to help women achieve an immediate transformation.

Wanting a healthier, more discrete method she discovered Natural Beaded Rows and SKW handtied methods. She became one of the first to be certified in both styles in the Bay area.

These methods are extremely discrete and top quality.

Laurie’s specialty has even caught the attention of some elite celebrity clientele. Blending her hair coloring experience with extensions gives her the ability to create a customized, seamless look for each client.

Laurie truly thrives on connecting with her clients and delivering impeccable customer service.

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Inge Handing is the founder and creator of Salon Inga’ brands: Salon Inga’ est. 1988 and The Barbershop by Salon Inga’ est. 2015 with daughter, Tanja Catoe (fellow Know member & Co-Owner of Crown & Mane).

Inge came to the U.S. at the age of 22, and it wasn’t long after that where she decided to create a salon influenced largely by her training in Austria. The main goal was to provide Superior Customer Service. She does so by providing continuous education for herself and her staff which help to promote teamwork and consistency and serve as the foundation of her brands. A great accomplishment has been the implementation of the Associate Training Program.

This extensive program was created to set Stylists up for success and empower them in their career. In turn, this allows the guest to follow along with the brand motto to: Look Good and Feel Great!

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INGE HANDING Salon Ingá saloninga.com

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A breath of fresh air in a world of overfilled cheeks and duck Lips!

With a well-established and respected reputation, Loralee Koontz, PA-C, is one of the top aesthetic injectors in the Tampa Bay Area! She is known for her gentle approach and natural outcomes. Spending over 19-years in the general and cosmetic dermatology industry, she has seen major changes and growth in aesthetics. She finds the growth very exciting and is constantly searching the globe for the next best thing for her patients. Loralee believes constantly learning is imperative to delivering better outcomes. She is always finding ways to learn more and make her patients happier and happier! And that is why her business flourishes!

And while she loves learning, she also loves teaching! Loralee is a national trainer for Galderma. She trains other medical providers how to properly use Dysport, Restylane, and Sculptra Aesthetic.

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LORALEE KOONTZ, MPAS, PA-C U South Tampa @usouthtampa

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DANETTE ANDERSON VIRAGO BABE

Danette was born obsessed with all things beauty, destined for a career in the industry. She worked multiple jobs as a makeup artist, and became a selftaught photographer to get her husband through grad school. She specializes in branding photography, and her unique style has made EnSepia Photography a nationally known name, with clients travelling from across the country to work with her.

While working with hundreds of women (makeup and photos), Danette was constantly searching for the most important detail to the finished face: the perfect eyelashes! While on her never-ending search, she created her own reusable (up to 25 times) luxury lash line. Virago Babe is quickly becoming the go-to lash brand for thousands of women!

Danette moved to Tampa two years ago from Richmond with her high school sweetheart and their four sons.

She is a former Mrs. Virginia and was an ambassador for NILMDTS.

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BUSINESS STACY E. YATES MEDIATOR AND ATTORNEY AT LAW Experienced Litigator.

Compassionate Leader.

Tireless Advocate.

Multi-Tasker. (AKA Mom).

Stacy Yates, attorney and mother of two, balances her fast-paced litigation practice with advocating for the rights of children, women, and the under represented. A certified mediator, she thrives on formulating solutions to complex and contentious cases. Known for her aggressive, yet compassionate, litigation and mediation styles, Stacy earns the respect of even her biggest adversaries.

As a passionate supporter of public education, Stacy actively participates in political campaigns of candidates fighting for ALL the children of Tampa Bay. Stacy is a proud member of The Athena Society, Girl Scout Leader, Advocacy Committee Chair for her PTA, member of two Gasparilla Krewes, and ardent supporter of many organizations including Tampa Metro YMCA and Ruth’s List of Florida.

You can find Stacy advocating for her clients in the courtroom, resolving conflict in mediation, serving the community, or chasing her kids around the soccer field.

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BUSINESS ALICIA WALDNER ADVENTURE MARKETING Alicia Waldner is known as a “Serial Entrepreneur.” At 23, she founded and currently runs several companies, volunteers with community programs, mentors hopeful professionals, and somehow still finds time to travel the world - all while relentlessly chasing her goals.

Her first entrepreneurial success, ADventure Marketing, offers job security and appreciation to the team she calls family. Since the beginning, Alicia’s main priority has been manifesting an environment that focuses on employee growth and fulfillment.

Alicia documents her life through social media to further her inspirational reach.

She has a passion for traveling, but her grind never stops. She emphasizes that while she’s exploring the wonders of the world, she’s constantly meeting new people, gaining vast experiences and forming new, genuine bonds that fuel her company and entrepreneurial passion.

Her motto has always been, “I wanted to bridge the gap from college student to employee.” She lives up to that principle every day.

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Have you ever felt successful, yet stifled, unfulfilled, and unsure what to do next? Bria Sullivan, of B. Sulli Coaching knows exactly how you feel, having felt this way during her 16-year career climbing the corporate ladder at companies including Amazon and Nestlé Waters.

Her journey of self-discovery revealed a passion and purpose for inspiring and empowering others to be who they were designed to be, thereby maximizing their fulfillment and joy.

Bria focuses on inspiring clarity and igniting change in her clients, personally and professionally. One of Bria’s clients described her as “…my coach, my cheerleader, my compass to a whole new life.”

As a Certified Professional Coach and Success Principles Trainer, Bria offers coaching, speaking, and workshops for individuals and organizations.

Oxford Exchange is her happy place, she feels closest to God in nature and is active in her church and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

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Email: bria@bsullicoaching.com

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Known for her uniquely creative concepts and flawless attention to detail, Zoë Gallina, AAF, sets the standard for experiential custom designs serving as the Vice President and Creative Director of Botanica International Design & Décor Studio and Style House Rentals.

built. Zoë has been professionally trained by the Association of Certified Professional Wedding Consultants and is certified by the American Academy of Floriculture. She is at the helm of Tampa Bay’s leading event industry and contributes her design services to large charitable organizations and social events.

At the tender age of eight, Zoë won a design competition hosted by the American Floral Society. This proud and defining moment foreshadowed her leading role in continuing the legacy her father

Zoë’s skills have taken her across the country and even Canada for event design production where her clients fall in love with her kind demeanor, cutting-edge creativity, and passion for all things beautiful.

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HEATHER HOLLAND EDGILITY

Heather co-founded Edgility in 2016 to address one of America’s most complex industries – Healthcare. Today, onethird of every dollar spent on healthcare is wasted, costing the U.S. $1T annually. Provider fatigue is increasing, and many technologies haven’t met cost saving expectations. In addition, Heather’s experience with multiple healthcare organizations across the country exposed her to the toll illness and hospitalization have on the patient, the family, and the providers.

A Master’s degree in Entrepreneurial Design provided Heather the foundational discipline and a venue for solving complex problems. She resigned from her comfortable career at a Big Four consulting firm in San-Francisco to start Edgility. Edgility’s Artificial Intelligence-based cognitive platform reduces waste through superior operations management, diminishes provider fatigue, and returns The Joy of Practicing Medicine® by eliminating lowvalue workflows from high-value assets.

As a Tampa native, Heather is proud of the growing Startup eco-system in Tampa.

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JENNIFER Q. IRIZARRY-FOUNTAIN COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE BROKER

Jennifer is a Commercial Real Estate Broker with a strong emphasis on advising, consulting, and managing acquisition properties for clients’ investment portfolios. Additionally, Jennifer devotes a significant amount of her time to working with like-minded businesswomen in mentorship and finding the perfect commercial space for their growing and expanding businesses.

Jennifer has been incredibly fortunate to have worked with countless successful women-owned companies, as well as assisting investors in procuring and selling some of the most recognizable and historic buildings in the Tampa Bay area.

Her educational background includes business consulting, working as a paralegal, property management, and years of entrepreneurial experience.

Jennifer is known for her impeccable ethical standards, attention to detail, and thorough knowledge of the market.

Business owner, mentor, wife, and mother, Jennifer believes unequivocally in giving back to her community. She has and continues to serve on charitable committees across Tampa Bay.

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DEBORAH LOWRY & LAURIE LUPCHO CORE CONCEPTS Core Concepts, one of Tampa Bay’s premier social, corporate, and non-profit event planning companies! Our dedicated, talented event planning team produces unforgettable events. Capabilities are endless with an eclectic mix of backgrounds representing the hospitality industry, special event/wedding planning, fundraising, gourmet catering/bar service, marketing/advertising and graphic design experience. With a dynamic team of over 50 years combined experience we help create your unforgettable event.

Debbie is from Los Angeles, CA, living overseas in Japan and England several years of her life. She had the opportunity to travel many different countries experiencing different cultures and a wonderful array of food; attributing to her ability developing unique menus and entertain various cultures. She’s worked in the hospitality industry her entire career starting as a night club promoter and manager, to contemporary marketing supervisor for Anheuser Busch then owning Mangroves, one of the most popular restaurant-lounges in Tampa for 17 years; a restaurant that helped build the face of Howard Ave’s entertainment district. She’s planned events for over 22 years with a knack for putting the client at ease by creating opulent and remarkable events.

Laurie left the corporate world for building her own brands and focusing on her passions. Event planning opens her creative abilities bringing clients vision to life. A knack for flavors, ingredients and food pairings she finds passion in building menus combining flavors to create a client’s unique experience. Laurie has years of experience working in FOH and BOH with major corporations like Pepin Distributing, Levy for the NFL Buccaneers, Front Burner Brands putting on intimate dinners to 5,000-person RNC convention events. Skilled in Business Operations, Training/ Development, Sales/Marketing, Relationship Building, and Leadership. Combined expertise in integrated health/nutrition from extensive history in restaurants and patient care. Event creator, food-blogger, with a knack for health and wellness. info@coreconceptstampa.com @coreconceptstpa coreconceptstampa.com

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JESSICA REED DIACE DESIGNS, INC.

Diace Designs founder, Jessica Reed, takes pride in her firm as the best-kept secret behind global brands. She is a known marketing and design expert in the hospitality, aviation, and healthcare industries, with a special focus on airport concessions. When she entered the aviation industry as a creative professional five years ago, the stakes couldn’t have been higher. She had just bid on— and won—a project for a global restaurateur that has a presence in more than 120 airports worldwide. With no time to spare after being awarded the contract, Jessica got her first taste of what is now her agency’s specialty: delivering high-stakes projects on unbelievably tight turnarounds. Jessica’s career soared to new heights as she went on to make her clients hundreds of millions of dollars by leveraging the expertise of her stellar, hand-selected creative team.

In February 2019, Diace Designs celebrated eight years of success driven by Jessica’s tenacious pursuit of excellence; her drive to consistently exceed client expectations is what continues to make Diace Designs the agency of choice for so many organizations.

Today, Jessica lives happily in Tampa with her husband, Michael, and their dog, Cooper. When she’s not at home enjoying the Florida sunshine, she’s traveling the world seeking out new experiences and inspiration to bring back to her clients.

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From dodging bombs in Beirut to dealing with bullies in the boardroom, it’s no surprise Tami is passionate about her company’s threat detection technology.

Featured in USA WEEKLY, TBBJ and TBBW Magazine as a company to watch, Entropy’s groundbreaking VLF magnetic field smart sensors alert users of severe weather, lightning, drones, tunneling and tornadoes. Utilizing her background in advanced technology development and product conceptualization Tami’s team is winning government contracts and commercial partners.

SWAAY Magazine said it best.

“Fitzpatrick’s story is so intense, fascinating and astonishing that you’ll surely wonder if you’re reading a movie script. But, the story of this entrepreneur is real and incredibly true.”

This single mom is dedicated to her three children, mentoring others, panel speaking and is the founder of Mindful Business Women.

Member: Greater Tampa Chamber, US Women’s Chamber. Served: Florida SBDC State Board, Florida Chamber Board of Governors and Small Business Council Chair.

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TAMI FITZPATRICK Entropy Technology Design, Inc tfitzpatrick@entropydesigns.com

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nimbus4.com/entropy

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MAIKEN KNIGHT STEFANY EVENTFEST, INC. Some say events run in her blood... and maybe they do.

A Tampa native, Maiken Stefany was born into a multi-generational family of event planners. She now works alongside her father, brother and EventFest team to make some of the cities greatest events come to life.

Founded in 2008, EventFest specializes in multidimensional events, festivals and parades. Maiken is best known for her role as Project Manager of the Children’s Gasparilla Parade and Tampa Pig Jig, noting her favorite part of event management is the opportunity to create lifelong memories for her clients and event guests.

In 2015, Maiken won the Florida Festivals & Events Association Emerging Leader Award.

She currently serves as a Board Member and Auction Chair for FFEA, Board Member for the VooDoo Chef Foundation, and as a Hospitality Committee Member for both the Outback Bowl and Gasparilla Bowl.

Outside of work she can be found spending time with her fiancĂŠ Kevin and their two pups, Macy and NOLA. PHOTO CREDIT: HOWIE MAC PHOTO

maiken@eventfest.com

813.251.4336

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JESSICA KENDALL HORNOF FIRST CITRUS BANK

For Jessica Kendall Hornof, finance is more than just numbers; it’s about people. As EVP, Chief Retail Banking Officer at First Citrus Bank, Jessica leads the bank’s deposit division, where she manages strategic deposit growth, improves the client experience, and empowers associates to become trusted advisors to their clients. Jessica feels a deep, personal commitment to developing the potential of both her clients and her colleagues. For nearly twenty years, Jessica has been helping individuals, businesses, and families in Tampa Bay become financially secure and economically successful.

In the community, Jessica serves as the Treasurer of the Board of Directors for the Judeo-Christian Health Clinic, Inc. and is a member of the Nominating Committee of The Junior League of Tampa, Inc. Jessica lives in Carrollwood with her husband and two children.

First Citrus Bank was established in 1999 and is headquartered in Tampa, Florida. First Citrus serves businesses and individuals through a range of tailored financial solutions. Member FDIC.

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Originally from Chicago, Rina graduated from St. Louis College of Pharmacy and has been a resident of Tampa for nearly two decades.

Her big heart is as obvious as her intelligence, and the Tampa Bay Area is fortunate to have this mover and shaker in its backyard. An active community leader, she learned at a young age that it was her responsibility to make a positive impact. As a successful South Asian woman, she is passionate about making valuable empowerment resources accessible to women of all backgrounds. Rina’s holistic approach to total healing requires the harmonization of spiritual and physical wellbeing to transform and connect to our most authentic self.

This philosophy led her on a spiritual path to the founding of Heaven Sent Sakhi, an organization based on empowerment through the union of the mind, body and soul. Rina is happily married and the loving mother of two incredible kids. Her children inspire her to live a life based on love and unbound potential. She enjoys traveling and not surprisingly, this creative loves fitness and fashion as well!

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RINA PATEL Heaven Sent Sakhi heavensentsakhi@gmail.com

rphrina@gmail.com

@heavensentsakhi

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Melissa, VP Operations, and former Chief Compliance Officer, is a 12-year veteran at J.W. Cole, an independent, full-service Broker Dealer and Registered Investment Advisory firm that supports over 500 Advisors nationwide. She has been a part of the local Financial Services community for two decades.

J.W. Cole recognized early on that women go about discovering and becoming the best version of themselves in a much different way than their male counterparts and, in 2013, Melissa was instrumental in launching the “Women of J.W. Cole,� a networking and educational forum where collaboration, not competition, is key! Melissa continues to foster and chair this important initiative that is near and dear to her. In an industry where on average only 15% of Financial Advisors are female, the Women of J.W. Cole make up 24%, something the firm and Melissa are very proud of!

Outside of her profession, Melissa loves running, and is constantly striving to be an exceptional wife and mother of her 2-year-old son.

Securities offered through J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. member FINRA / SIPC. Advisory Services offered through J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. PHOTO CREDIT: LUXE LIGHT IMAGES

MELISSA MITA ROBINSON J.W. Cole Financial melissa.robinson@jw-cole.com

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JENNIE ROBLES INTERSECTION FAITH LIFE WORK Jennie Robles is passionate about equity in the workplace and leveraging values to motivate and inspire success.

After 10 years in HR on Wall Street, Jennie’s diversity and inclusion advocacy and reputation for delivering candid constructive feedback compelled her to become a Certified Professional Coach and launch her firm. Intersection Faith Life Work is an executive coaching and diversity consultancy.

We deliver strategic data-driven solutions to bridge the representation gap of women, Black, and Latinx professionals in leadership and executive positions. Core values are a defining feature of great organizations and talent. Our approach recognizes that value alignment and early access to executive coaching enhances workforce engagement, productivity, and business impact. Intersection FLW assists organizations by identifying opportunities to maximize the development, retention, and trajectory of talent. We partner with professionals to identify and navigate solutions to achieve success and collaborate with faith-based organizations to design curriculum that intersects themes of faith, life, and career.

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REKHA RAJAN-WILSON PHYSICIAN PARTNERS OF AMERICA

While she came from a family of physicians and was raised by an entrepreneurial father, Rekha knew she was destined to break the mold and follow an unconventional path.

With a law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law, litigation was never an option. Instead, Rekha created a career that she loves in a familiar industry, as the Vice President of Compliance and Risk Management, with Physicians Partners of America (PPOA). In her role, Rekha is able to protect healthcare practitioners and see that they provide the best patient care. In early 2019, Rekha was integral in establishing a business relationship in India for PPOA to expand the back-office revenue cycle management. In an attempt to increase quality so that the practice remains patient-focused, this has proven to be the best solution. She hopes to introduce this to other local healthcare groups.

Rekha lives in South Tampa with her husband, Brandon, and two children, Meela (3) and Rowin (1).

550 N. Reo St., Suite 303, Tampa 813.549.2134 ext 4379 rrajan@physicianpartnersoa.com PHOTO CREDIT: HOWIE MAC PHOTO

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BUSINESS KELLY ROSS / MORGAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Kelly Ross’s career in the automotive industry began in1985 when she took a position as a nighttime receptionist. Always seeking growth, opportunity, and responsibility, she rose to the CFO of Morgan Auto Group—one of the country’s largest dealer groups, and has served there for ten years. She oversees 37 dealerships and is the Managing Partner/President of Morgan Insurance Services.

Kelly is active in the Florida Automotive Dealer Association, NADA, and founded Charity Polo Classic, a not for profit that

has raised over $1.5mm for local charities.

One of the few females in a traditionally male run industry, she is passionate about investing in others, developing those around her, and providing opportunities to employees with drive and ambition.

When not working, Kelly spends time with her family, traveling and cheering on FSU and the Washington Redskins. Above all, she treasures opportunities to encourage her colleagues to be their best.

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813.317.4564

kross@morganautogroup.com

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BROOKE PALMER KUHL RSBP EVENTS+PR Brooke Palmer Kuhl is the creative mastermind behind r.s.b.p. Events +PR. With the exquisite taste she inherited from her mother, and an entrepreneurial spirit instilled by her father, she has dabbled in event planning since she was a toddler.

Brooke has committed the last seventeen years pursuing philanthropic endeavors with organizations including the Florida Aquarium and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Brooke handles high profile clients, public relations, and foundation events for athletes and celebrities, and manages many hospitality and lifestyle clients. Her repertoire also includes planning high-end weddings, charitable and social events.

Her professional accolades include being named a finalist for the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s 2009, 2010, and 2016 Businesswoman of the Year. In 2017 she was Named 40 under 40 by the Business Observer. Recently she was named to the board of the TBBCA. Married with 3 pups, she remains active with the occasional equestrian lesson and enjoys great bourbon -- all while trying to save the world from its event and grammar mishaps.

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GABBY SORIANO STRATEGIC PROPERTY PARTNERS, LLC

Gabby Soriano serves as the marketing manager for the real-estate development company Strategic Property Partners behind Water Street Tampa, which includes the newly opened Sparkman Wharf, in downtown Tampa.

With a focus on marketing, events, and social media, Gabby has the exciting role of conceptualizing, implementing, and promoting community events that take place at Sparkman Wharf and throughout the district of Water Street Tampa. As a Tampa native, she feels proud to play a role in helping to evolve the City of Tampa and creating opportunities for her community to gather, socialize, and connect.

She is also an active volunteer for the Humane Society of Tampa Bay and Tampa Pride.

waterstreettampa.com 615 Channelside Dr., Tampa 813.993.0100 PHOTO CREDIT: HOWIE MAC PHOTO

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LIA BEATTY TÉLIA AGENCY

Lia Beatty is the owner and founder of Télia Agency – a full-service marketing agency headquartered in Tampa, focusing on perfecting its client’s brands and digital presence.

Her passion for everything branding, marketing and business development has allowed her to build a successful career of her own, while creating winning brands for others.

Lia has had the pleasure of working alongside national brands such as Kendra Scott, Mercedes, Neiman Marcus, and CoolSculpting, as well as local clients such as Mease Manor, Children’s Medical Center and Hyde Park Cosmetic Surgery Center.

All it takes is one conversation with Lia about her business and the industry to see her passion shine through, and you’ll understand why her clients become her friends!

lia@teliaagency.com @teliaagency 813.863.1070

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MANDI CLAY ESQ. THREE THIRTEEN LAW, PLLC

Mandi Clay has been an attorney practicing in Florida since 2006, representing individuals and companies in all types of civil litigation.

During that time, she has been extremely active in the community, focusing on her passions for women’s empowerment, civil rights, and mental health issues. In 2019, Mandi opened her own firm – Three Thirteen Law, PLLC. Her practice focuses on unlawful discrimination, disability issues, and assisting other entrepreneurs with building their businesses. Mandi’s business model allows her to support her family while pursuing social activism and developing a robust public speaking record. Mandi’s passion for mental health is borne of experience. At age 18 she attempted to end her life by overdosing on sleeping pills.

She candidly shares her story with teens and adults alike. Her goal is to explain how it feels to live with mental illness, so that people can recognize it in themselves and help others.

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@mandi_esq

BUSINESS As Employee Benefits Consultants with USI Insurance Services, Erin Sprague, Candace Cruz, and Lindsey Baskind bring a breadth of expertise to Tampa Bay employers. Their focus is implementing unique strategies and benefits platforms for middle market employers with 100+ employees. Candace, Erin and Lindsey deliver highly customized solutions with financial impact by leveraging The USI ONE™ Advantage- a proprietary software platform integrating analytics, a vast internal network, and a strategic planning process. USI is the 5th largest independent

insurance agency in the country, offering Employee Benefits, Commercial, Personal Lines, and 401K Planning.

USI is breaking barriers by utilizing the expertise (20+ years combined industry experience) of these three millennial women in what is traditionally a male-dominated industry. As long time Tampa residents and graduates of the University of South Florida, all three women are actively involved in the community and are passionate about bettering businesses in the Tampa Bay community.

PHOTO CREDIT: MIR SALGADO PHOTOGRAPHY

ERIN SPRAGUE, CANDACE CRUZ, LINDSEY BASKIND USI Insurance 813.639.3000

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MELISSA MULL VETERAN COMPANIONS, INC.

In her twenty years of military service, Melissa has traveled the globe, deployed to war zones, and served at the pentagon, just to name a few of her Air Force adventures.

Recently returning to Tampa to retire with her husband, Brandon, she knew her commitment to serve was not over.

Frustrated by the lack of quality and safe homecare her grandfather, a 23-year Navy Veteran, needed after his dementia diagnosis, Melissa set out to create her own homecare model to ensure Veterans and their families have access to the safe, trusted, dignified, and honorable homecare they deserve and allows them to stay in their own homes as long as possible. And so was born, Veteran Companions. Veteran Companions purposefully hires Veterans and military spouses as caregivers to provide our homecare services with a sense of camaraderie only we who have served can understand. We take care of our own!

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melissa@veterancompanions.com

813.436.0639

FASHION

JAIME MARTIN CULTURED THREADS

A Long Island native, Jaime moved with her family to Florida at the age of 9, growing up in the greater Tampa Bay area. After graduating from USF, she spent the next 16 years working in Risk Management for a Fortune 50 company before leaving the corporate world to begin her family. Now a busy mother of 4, Jaime spends much of her time taking risks of her own in the world of fashion. Two years ago she launched Cultured Threads, an online and retail fashion boutique where she pursues her true passion for helping women feel fabulous and confident in their clothing regardless of body type. She utilizes her gift of style to help others look their best and, through her business and charitable affiliations, gives back to the local community that supports her endeavors in a big way.

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WOMEN of HARMONY KELLY - SPENCER

MELISSA WHITNEY

DR. JENNIFER SPENCER

IMAGE CONSULTANT: NEICY HEMMINGWAY OF MONAE STYLES / MAKEUP ARTIST: DANIELLE IRENE BROWN OF MAKEUP CRAZE BEAUTY

Meet Dr. Jennifer Spencer and Harmony Kelly - Spencer: Healthcare Professionals, Real Estate Investors, Owners of Perfect Harmony CBD & More, FAMU Alumnae, Humanitarians, Dog Moms, Award Winning Aunties LGBTQ advocates Dr. Jennifer Spencer and Harmony Kelly- Spencer are changing the face of what love looks like. They are estate investors, Owners of Perfect Harmony CBD & More, FAMU Alumnae, humanitarians, award winning aunties and published bloggers. perfectharmonycbd.com @foodlife_tampabay 50 WWW.THEKNOWTRIBE.COM

Melissa Whitney, a plus-size and lifestyle blogger, reinforces body positivity and unites it with fashion, to lead the conversation on fashion inclusivity. @melwhitneyplus melissawhitneyplus.com

INFLUENCE NATASSIA ISADORA BREONNA QUEEN DIANA BLINKHORN

Creative Director and Founder of ByNatassia.com, a Fashion Lifestyle Blog. Having successfully created and directed hundreds of Brand Campaigns and Styled Photoshoots, Natassia is also an Advocate for Anti-Bullying and Mental-Health Awareness

Diana Blinkhorn, the voice behind TheGrayRuby.com, is a professional content creator, blogger, and travel journalist who is passionate about empowering women and helping them find the joy in motherhood.

www.breonnaqueen.com thegrayruby.com

@bynatassia bynatassia.com

Breonna Queen is a lifestyle YouTuber & video marketing strategist. Amassing over 75,000 YouTube subscribers & over 5 million views, Breonna has been featured in HBO, Buzzfeed, OWN, HuffPost and more.

@mrsblinks @thegrayruby

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FASHION

Andrea Tuggle grew up with a love for fashion and the desire to own her own boutique. After the birth of her second daughter, she ended a 10-year teaching career to pursue her dream.

Now, she is both a fashionista and a successful entrepreneur. Andrea opened fab’rik in South Tampa in 2016. The boutique quickly earned a reputation as “a place where everyone can afford to feel beautiful!” Over the years, it has become a destination…a gathering spot for gal pals celebrating everything from birthdays, to weddings, to new careers to fashionable Friday happy hours. At fab’rik there is always a reason to celebrate! Whether you’re a minimalist looking for a few new pieces to add to your cultivated wardrobe, a trailblazer leading the fashion trends, or a dedicated follower of fashion, Andrea and her stylists can help you find just the right additions to your closet.

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ANDREA TUGGLE fab’rik 1902-A South Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa

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@fabriksouthtampa

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RACHEL MAZZUCO Owner and buyer Rachel Mazzuco founded haden reid in 2008 as an online boutique. Named after two of her sons, the store opened its first doors in South Tampa in the Fall of 2013. Six years later, Rachel opened her second location in St Petersburg, FL. Rachel joined the fashion industry for her love of fashion and to offer what’s now, next and not likely to be found anywhere else.

Each season she travels to find contemporary collections that inspire her from seasoned to emerging designers and handselects each piece that hangs in haden reid.

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hadenreidboutique.com

2616 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa

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FASHION MICHELLE CAPPELLI GORDON / LOVE MICHELLE STYLE

With more than 30 years experience in the beauty + fashion industry, Michelle is a blogger, wife and mother of two daughters. She navigates her journey with creativity and humor. Her self-proclaimed “subtly flamboyant” style has made her the gal everyone calls for beauty & fashion advice.

Licensed in cosmetology at 17, Michelle began her journey in a salon but knew she wanted more. She studied fine arts at Australian National University, fell in love with NYC while attending the renowned FIT and graduated with a BA in Art History from SUNY. Her love for art and design led her to create her own line of jewelry. Suddenly confronted with the need to provide for her daughters, she drew from her knowledge and love for the beauty industry to become a skincare specialist for one of the top luxury lines in the world. She serves the community through organizations that empower women and families.

Michelle’s passion for helping women feel good both inside and out is the inspiration for her beauty, style and wellness blog.

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lovemichellestyle.com

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ALISON FARNAN SATIN & LACE BRIDAL BOUTIQUE

Originally from the UK Alison came over to Florida with her family in 2006.

After helping her husband grow his exterior cleaning business, she launched a successful photobooth business.

A qualified interior designer, she brought her design flare to enhancing the photobooth experience at many weddings having fun and make memories for her clients.

Alison has a family history in dress making; her mom was a seamstress in London. So, when the opportunity arose to create a new bridal boutique experience, it was no surprise she took it with open arms.

Alison developed the concept of large private suites for the bride and her entourage, creating her own collection of bridal gowns working with top designers, as well as a new local designer out of Lakeland, to make every bride feel special.

Satin and Lace Bridal Boutique was opened in January 2019 in the beautiful Winthrop Town Center in Brandon.

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EILEEN BELL Owner | Designer at Bare Society baresociety.com

BRITTANY WARD CreateCollabs createcollabs.com

CLARA RIENHOFF Cushman & Wakefield cushmanwakefield.com

VIVIAN DODSON On the Go Gourmet onthegogourmet.life

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STEPHANIE NEWTON Posies Flower Truck posiesflowertruck.com

SCHATZI BORGELLA SchatziC | Tampa Premiere Stylist schatzic.com

TARA PAYOR, PHD Educator & Writer tampabayparenting.com

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KIRSTIN COOLMAN The Healthy Dose Organics thehealthydoseorganics.com

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CHRISTINA MAJEED Christina is the founder and CEO of Soulgani Activewear. She founded the e-commerce business in Tampa Bay, but you can find Soulgani leggings and tops all over the USA and Europe. Christina values high quality design and craftmanship, so all Soulgani products are USA made with lux fabrics and keen attention to fit and feel.

Christina did not take the traditional fashion designer route. She was a tech executive for over 12 years, where she created and launched multi-million dollar tech products. She taught herself fashion design and manufacturing, and married that knowledge with her business background to launch Soulgani.

The idea to create Soulgani was born during a hike in Peru. Christina saw the most beautiful rock on top of a mountain, snapped a picture of it, and thought to incorporate it into her first leggings. She pulls inspiration from nature with each collection. To make it full circle, Soulgani gives a portion of every sale back to a charity associated with the source of its design inspiration. Soulgani’s mission is to “Do Good. Be Good.”

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MOLLIE SUAREZ G.G. WESTSHORE DIAMOND COMPANY

Mollie Suarez is the owner of Westshore Diamond Company, a luxury jewelry concierge experience. Her love for the jewelry business started early- at the age of 18 she moved to San Diego where she studied gemology at the most respected school in her industry. 23 years later she now owns two fine jewelry companies in her hometown of Tampa.

Mollie completed her degree as a graduate gemologist and worked as a GIA diamond grader and appraiser.

Mollie’s client relationships evolved into providing services such as brokering diamonds and designing engagement rings. In 2011, Westshore Diamond was born! She cultivated a concierge environment built on personal connection, education, and creative collaboration.

She is known to be unapologetically fancy, yet her “open book” personality makes her completely down to earth.

She recently married the love of her life, and is a busy boss mom to three children and two step children.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE Born and raised in Tampa, FL, Ashley McChesney got her start in event planning over a decade ago. Her passion for events and hospitality led to her introduction to the developers of Armature Works who gave her the opportunity to take the lead on the much-anticipated event spaces.

As Director of Events at Armature Works, she has been active on the team since the building was under construction. Ashley and her team executed over 550 events within the historical, one-of-a-kind spaces at Armature Works during its first year of business. Her unparalleled attention to detail and devotion to clients have garnered her accolades such as Business Observers 40 under 40 and Best of the Bay’s Best Wedding Venue.

Boss, devoted wife, mother of two, and master of the balancing act are just a few of the many hats Ashley wears. With Ashley at the helm, Armature Works will continue to set the standard for events in Tampa Bay.

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ASHLEY MCCHESNEY Armature Works ashley@armatureworks.com

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@ashmcchesney

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LIZETTE RIVERA / CHEF INSPIRED POPCORN CO. After working 27 years in the insurance industry, Lizette Rivera started Chef Inspired Popcorn Company after taking a few bags of popcorn to the softball field. In a quest to find delicious gluten free snacks, Lizette began creating her own popcorn flavors at home. One day, she decided to share some of her homemade creations at her daughter’s softball game and the response was overwhelmingly positive. Before long, Lizette put her entrepreneurial skills to the test as she laid out a plan to create, produce, sell, and distribute gourmet popcorn. After a lot of research, even more sweat, and a few tears, Chef Inspired Popcorn Company was born! Always exploring the next step, Lizette eventually created the Underground Kernel line of alcoholinfused popcorn flavors for Chef Inspired. With her entrepreneurial spirit alive and stronger than ever, Lizette was motivated to launch Anew Public Adjusting, which she also currently leads as President and Principle Adjuster.

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4221 West Tampa St., #2307, Tampa

813.559.1292

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JEN BINGHAM CRU CELLARS

Jen Bingham is passionate about making wine approachable and introducing Tampa to delicious and well-priced bottles that you can drink every day. As owner of Cru Cellars and a Certified Sommelier, Jen has been championing small-production wines at her wine bar/restaurant and shop on MacDill since 2010 and led the expansion of Cru to the beautiful Armature Works building in 2018.

Focused on wine education and thoughtful interaction, the Cru Crew loves talking wine – from the iconic Pinots & Cabs to a new wave of organic & natural wines! Cru is known as place to foster an interest and career in wine for its customers and staff. Cru U (University) classes run multiple times annually, and weekly & monthly tastings at both locations are fun, educational and always showcase wines that over-deliver! Jen is energized by the wine & restaurant business in Tampa Bay, and she is leading the development of Cru Cellars at Westshore Marina in 2020.

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2506 South MacDill Ave., Tampa

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

MARTHA WIESE GRACIOUS GRAZING

When Martha Wiese began creating charcuterie and grazing tables for friends and family, she had no idea that her passion for lavish fare would turn into a business. In 2017 Martha’s cherished hobby evolved into what is now Gracious Grazing. Her elevated style and luxe taste provide the backdrop for some spectacular tables. Martha’s southern sense of graciousness and love of bringing people together around one of her creations is what makes her tables so unique. She is able to provide a table or platter designed specifically for each events’ needs that is sure to be the conversation piece of the party! Each event, regardless of size, whether it be friends, family or clients brings her great joy. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing conversations and memories sparked around one of her boards. When she isn’t working, Martha enjoys spending time with her lively daughter, Emery, singing, riding her horse and working out.

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graciousgrazing@gmail.com

901.674.5205

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

LENNISE GERMANY LIVY O’S

Livy O’s is an award winning, family owned catering entity that provides quality food and service. Lennise Germany has always taught her six children to follow their dreams, in October 2014 she did just that. From humble beginnings of selling dinners from the trunk of her car to opening a brick and mortar in Brandon, Florida, this entrepreneur is not slowing down.

As one of Brandon’s most sought after caterers, Livy O’s has established partnerships from local charities and healthcare sectors to national television networks.

Lennise is a servant leader that wanted to build something that would affect change in her community. In 2010 she founded Sister Standing Strong Inc. to address the issues of abused women.

Utilizing her platform to empower and mentor, Lennise uses her personal testimony to help others discover their purpose for life. “In my heart I can do anything until I can’t”- Lennise Germany

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SHANNON KEIL / THE REGENT Shannon Keil has built her 20+ year award winning career in Florida, Texas and around the globe working for many large international companies and now resides as the Executive Director of The Regent.

Through this career building journey, she has learned from amazing mentors and industry leaders, gathering an understanding of corporate events, meetings, workshops and conferences – large and small. She has been honored to walk with a long list of brides

down the aisle to their most memorable life changing moment, and has put together dinners, galas and events to help charities, nonprofits and political campaigns increase their bottom line.

Shannon prides herself as an innovator, thinking outside the box, creating experiences that makes the industry take notice and ignites change. She looks at her growing community as an opportunity to bring the outside world she has called home back to the place rooted to her heart.

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skeil@theregentfl.com

theregentfl.com

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

DARIEN COBB SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TAMPA

After graduating from the University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management in 2013, Darien Cobb began making her mark in the luxury hospitality market. Before graduation, she worked at the Peabody Hotel in Orlando as a concierge from 2011 to 2013, providing exceptional customer service to club-level clientele.

She then joined the marketing team at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa in 2013, and was then promoted to Social Media Specialist.

In September 2017, she became a Public Relations Specialist, where she demonstrated success through effective social media marketing and content marketing strategies. In June 2018, Cobb was appointed Public Relations Manager for the hotel. In her current role, she oversees public and media relations in addition to launching philanthropic, business and community initiatives. Cobb is a member of the Emerging Leaders of Tampa Bay business association (2015-present), as well as the PRSA of Tampa Bay (2017-present).

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@darienshirley

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DIANE EGGERT, BSN, RN / ANCHOR HEALTHCARE ADVOCATES Passionate about humans, Diane founded Anchor Healthcare Advocates in 2015 to help in a crisis or improve overall health. She can be the eyes, ears and heart for her clients. The healthcare arena is tough, and Diane will navigate you to a safe and secure harbor using her expertise and professionalism.

A Florida native, Diane obtained her Nursing Diploma at Miami Jackson Memorial School of Nursing and her Bachelor degree in Nursing at University of South Florida. Recently, she became a yoga instructor to give her clients the same energy it provided her as she fought to resolve her own compassion fatigue.

With over thirty years of critical care nursing, Diane is dedicated to healing using conventional, functional, and integrative treatment options.

She is an avid sailor with her husband Chris and enjoys spending time with her twin grandsons.

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anchoradvocates.com

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MARNIE C. BAUER, DMD AND ASSOCIATES

At Marnie C. Bauer, DMD and Associates, their purpose is to help patients achieve total wellness through an emphasis on oral health.

As dentists, Dr. Jyoti Kansal, Dr. Amanda Lazo, and Dr. Marnie Bauer, DMD focus on interacting with specialists and staying up to date with the latest dental teachings and technologies. When designing a smile that will last a lifetime, they strive to create predictable, functional, and highly aesthetic dentistry with a team of masterful technicians and highly-trained staff in their modernized office. As mothers, these three also understand the value of listening to their patients’ concerns and assessing their needs. They pledge to care for their patients and make them feel part of their dental family, and guarantee that you will receive the best dental care and will forever love your smile.

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813-839-2273 (CARE)

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

SARA PLUMB PETRO PEARLE VISION

Sara is the CEO and co-owner of two Pearle Vision locations in the Tampa region. She started working in her family’s optical business at the age of 20. She acquired the business at 33, and by age 36, she was named Pearle Vision’s “Operator of the Year.”

A natural visionary with a strict ethos for unparalleled service, and an amazing team, she grew the business to become a flagship store that consistently ranks in the nation’s top ten for both volume and consumer ratings.

Sara is a Tampa native and an avid world traveler. She is a member of American Women for International Understanding and the Krewe of Queen Anne’s Revenge.

Recently married, her greatest joy is spending time with her new family. She is ecstatic to mentor her beautiful new daughter, Rachel (15), and provide her with the same exceptional upbringing she received from her parents.

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pearlevision.com/brandonfl

@saraepetro

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LINDA FLYNN, M.D., DANA HESS, PA-C, MEGAN THOMAS, PA-C, JESSICA HAGE, PA-C SOUTH TAMPA DERMATOLOGY

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Linda Flynn, M.D. founded South Tampa Dermatology 15 years ago.

Today she leads a Dermatology Dream Team of elite, highly-trained skincare professionals focused on delivering comprehensive medical and cosmetic skin care.

Physician Assistants Dana Hess, PA-C, Megan Thomas, PA-C and Jessica Hage, PA-C are experienced professionals with the latest products and most advanced equipment allowing them to treat all skin types. They don’t do extreme cosmetic procedures or follow the flavor-of-the-month fads; rather, they use a subtle approach giving their patients a healthy, refreshed, natural look.

South Tampa Dermatology has recently been recognized by Allergan, the maker of Botox and Juvederm fillers, as a Platinum Plus-level provider.

This recognition is very rare for a single-location, boutique practice, and means that their restrained technique is more popular than ever.

Staci Burley, CME, uses the fastest, most comfortable laser on the market for laser hair removal. Also utilized are state-of-the-art picosecond laser and a radiofrequency microneedling machine which can be used on all skin types. The procedures work in combination with world-class products from Alastin and ZO Skin Health to deliver the finest results possible.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS Dr. Beth Mitchell, DO, MPH, owner of Restorative Healing & Wellness Center, is a compassionate, dedicated Osteopathic physician, offering innovative approaches for optimal health and wellness. Dr. Beth completed her training in internal medicine/infectious diseases in 2003. She has a passion for people, helping to renew their inner spirit and find meaningful answers when health concerns arise.

Dr. Beth was inspired to open her wellness center after tragedy struck with the sudden death of a close friend and colleague. Dr. Beth incorporates energy, photonic, and oxidative medicine into her comprehensive plan of care, including a detailed review of health issues and recommendations from other healthcare providers.

Dr. Beth also serves as Medical Director for the Hillsborough County Jail and worked as Medical Advisor for the Hillsborough County Sheriff Office prior to that. She has lived in Tampa since 2005 and is married with 3 teenagers.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS Kaelyn Sheedy, a soft tissue specialist, founded ReviveSport in 2012. Her strong understanding of anatomy, biomechanics and neuromuscular reeducation is what has elevated her game and set her practice apart in the sports industry. She’s built her reputation around assessing the body as a whole.

Finding the root problems of soft tissue dysfunction has allowed her to properly treat and prevent injuries.

Kaelyn was an avid athlete growing up and she learned the benefits of massage therapy and rehabilitative programming in her early teens. Her passion for treatment and sports performance has carried her through to working with over 100 professional athletes and much of the Tampa Bay area.

Trusted by NBA, NFL, MLB, and Olympic athletes alike, Kaelyn believes her purpose is helping others achieve greatness. She continues to push the limits of what a massage therapy practice can offer through continuing education and the power of teamwork.

When not at work, she’s usually spending time with friends or family, and believe it or not, watching sports.

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KAELYN SHEEDY Revive Sport revivesport.com

kaelyn@revivesport.com

@revivesport

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ALEXA SCHUMAN UPROOTED WELLNESS

Alexa is a certified health coach, holistic wellness educator, and plant based cooking instructor. With a passion for the wellness movement and a mission to shift the perspective on a healthy lifestyle, Uprooted Wellness was created to fill a missing piece in the current paradigm.

Through her own personal efforts and support of organizations that align with her vision, she is inspiring positive change and creating opportunities for education and initiatives that bring us together and transform our mindset as a collective around wellness.

Alexa empowers others to take ownership of their experience by establishing a solid foundation around mindful eating, conscious living, and natural healing. The Uprooted Wellness programs are designed to meet each individual or family where they are in their own unique journey. Her intention is to bridge the disconnect between your personal goals and the medical advice you receive and then show you how to incorporate both into modern life with ease each step of the way.

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MEG SKELLY AR WORKSHOP

Meghan was born into a family of artists, and grew up extremely creative. In 2008, Meg moved from NY to Tampa to chase the sunshine & ambition to be a strong creative force.

Upon graduating with a Bachelors in Graphic Design, she immediately leaped into the real world, working for numerous different companies & brands, pouring herself into each & every role.

In 2017, life threw Meghan a curveball, and things unexpectedly shifted. “I believe the universe carefully placed this opportunity in my path.” Meghan’s hard work & ambition quickly created her a spot on the AR Workshop Corporate Team, where she contributes a variety of design collateral for 150+ women owned businesses across the nation!

“AR Workshop Tampa is such a special business opportunity,” she says. Meghan believes that being creative is so necessary in life. “ It makes me beyond happy knowing that I can provide such a memorable experience for so many different people, through art.”

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HOME & LIFE BETTY DAWL

Self proclaimed “Healer”, Tampa native Betty DawL is a woman of many talents: Singer / Songwriter / Producer / & DJ. DawL began writing music when she was about 8 years old. She would spend hours alone in her room with her keyboard lip-syncing to Alicia Keys, foreshadowing her passion for not only songwriting, but also production.

In 2012, Betty DawL wrote her first mixtape while learning to DJ. In 2014, she met Jordan Patrick and they started a duo called “TRAPFONE”.

By 2015, DawL added production to her range. While TRAPFONE lends to a digital-pop feel, Betty DawL’s solo sound is more personal. She released her first self-produced single “Mylkshake” on all streaming platforms & has big release plans for 2019. Her in-tention as an ever-evolving artist is to heal and teach other women they can do anything and everything they want. Her greatest hope is that she can continue to inspire the art community to grow and exceed all limitations.

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EMMA YEPSEN PARDO & SHEILA CALISTRI / PARDO CALISTRI GROUP / BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

As co-founders of the Pardo Calistri Group, Emma Yepsen Pardo and Sheila Calistri pride themselves in building strong, long-lasting relationships with their customers. They are both Top-Closed real estate agents with Berkshire Hathaway Florida Home Properties Group represent the top 5% of BHHS agents nationwide.

With a combined 15+ years of experience, Emma and Sheila’s strengths in negotiation, contracts and marketing are key to their success. Both women are actively involved with the community and enjoy giving back to the place they call home. Emma and Sheila are honored to be a part of the Know Tribe’s select network of women and support women-owned businesses. They are also members of the prestigious Leadership Tampa Bay. Emma was nominated for Woman of the Year for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and is on the board of Onbikes.

Emma and Sheila both reside in South Tampa with their families.

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RACHEL HAMAN | THE RACHEL HAMAN GROUP COASTAL PROPERTIES GROUP - CHRISTIES INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE

Rachel Haman’s alliance with Coastal Properties Group, an affiliate of Christies International Real Estate, represents a powerful partnership that supports her real estate endeavors and ensures her customers achieve success in their search for the perfect home.

That partnership provides incomparable marketing resources dedicated to every listing Haman represents. In addition, Rachel assists sellers and buyers alike by accessing 100+ affiliates across the U.S., as well as the exclusive global clientele Christies represents.

Rachel’s continued success in the real estate industry comes from multiple attributes. For her sellers, she can assist with staging as well as strategic and out-of-the-box marketing concepts that enable her listings to stand out. Buyers benefit from her ability to look at a home and visualize its potential, whether it simply needs updating, requires renovating or could accommodate additions to better meet the needs of a growing family.

With firsthand, insightful knowledge of South Tampa neighborhoods, as well as her knack for navigating the complexities of real estate transactions while always keeping her clients’ best interests at heart, she effectively and expertly addresses all of her customers’ needs.

Rachel and her husband, Jason, live in their current dream home in lovely Parkland Estates with their three children. When she is not making her customers’ dreams come true, Rachel enjoys hanging with her two Basenjis on the back porch while reading a romance novel featuring its own happily every after. She invites you to follow her on her personal and business FB pages at Rachel Wertheim Haman and The Rachel Haman Group.

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HOME & LIFE

Nicole Carver, CEO and Founder of Carver Concierge, truly embraced the quote that every military spouse lives by “grow where you are planted,” when she launched her boutique concierge and lifestyle management company in Tampa, FL in 2012. With over 20 years of experience as an Executive Assistant to both Corporate & State Government Executives, combined with her personal experiences living and traveling overseas, Nicole has created a lifestyle service agency that supports some of Tampa’s most influential and elite businessmen and women.

Nicole and her team of professionals provide an extensive list of high level personal, business, and relocation services, tailored to the individual needs of their clients through a collaborative network of national and international concierges. Nicole is happily married to her husband Drew and mom to three great children- Kyle, Trace and Sophia (age 10) who has aspirations to be the future CEO of Carver Concierge.

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NICOLE CARVER Carver Concierge carverconcierge.com

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DEVAN WEISSER CENTURY 21

Devan Weisser is a multimillion dollar-producing Realtor in Tampa Bay. With just seven years of real estate experience, she has consecutively earned prestigious awards within Century 21 since 2013. Devan started into this competitive market by door knocking, and by 2017, she was the #1 producing Century 21 agent in Tampa.

Devan works alongside some of the leading builders and developers in the Tampa Bay Area, all the while having the opportunity to represent buyers and sellers, most of which are repeat clients. In 2018, Devan was personally selected to represent Century 21 on a live ESPN SportsCenter commercial with longtime host Kenny Mayne.

Devan is best known for her uncanny ability to pour herself personally into every partnership, recognizing that the process of buying a home is more than transactional; it’s emotional.

Devan is married to husband Jack and has three sons.

1501 West Dale Mabry Hwy., Suite A1, Tampa 321.591.9308 devanweisser@c21be.com PHOTO CREDIT: LUXE LIGHT IMAGES

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HOME & LIFE

BROOKE LAYTON DEVONSHIRE CUSTOM HOMES Brooke Layton is a Tampa native and second-generation custom home builder. She is passionate about building homes families will treasure.

Alongside her business partner and brother, Brooke is a co-owner of Devonshire Custom Homes, a luxury home builder in Tampa Bay. Brooke is committed to providing a best in class experience for her clients through careful planning and extraordinary design. Brooke values her clients trust in Devonshire and while there are several aspects that Brooke enjoys about building homes, the lasting friendships are what she values most.

Born and raised in Tampa Bay, Brooke is also passionate about giving back to the Tampa community. She has served on the board of Tampa’s Pig Jig benefitting Nephcure for five years and most recently joined the advisory board of First Tee of Tampa Bay. Through Devonshire Custom Homes, Brooke has been able to support several Tampa Bay philanthropies.

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HOME & LIFE MANDY DREW / DREW DESIGNS Home renovation specialist. Self-taught design consultant. Devoted mother. Loving wife. Seasoned entrepreneur.

style she is asked to create, every space feels cozy, functional and inviting upon completion.

With a growing portfolio of diverse projects and recognition, Mandy Drew sustains success as a business owner by applying inherent competencies and God-given talents. With a seven-year history in flipping houses with her husband, she discovered and developed a finesse in home design.

From small-scale residences to full home renovations and new construction, Mandy works closely with architects and contractors to bring her distinct vision to life. Light filled rooms, neutral palettes, soft textures, and brushed metals are the elements that define a Drew Designs project.

Mandy inspires a touch of sophistication and femininity in all of her projects, but craves a design challenge and opportunities to show off her ever-evolving style. No matter the

Mandy lives in Tampa with her husband Chris and their daughters Manning (6) and Charleigh (2).

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JENNIFER PARIDO FEED PET PURVEYOR

Jenni Parido is the founder of Feed Pet Purveyor, the freshest take on pet care in the Tampa Bay area. Her passion is to provide a thoughtfully curated selection of edibles and essentials.

“I knew there had to be other frustrated pet parents out there seeking the safest options for their animals.” Jenni began her research as a response to the abundant need for clarity in the pet world. What started as a blog grew to an online store and within 2 years she opened her brick and mortar store on South Howard Avenue.

“I was inundated and inspired by the support I received from the pet community. Everything comes down to the well-being of our pets” she explains. Nearly 5 years after its launch, Feed is still the only pet store without processed foods on their shelves.

Feed Pet Purveyor’s commitment to quality is by no means limited to their food. They boast a lovingly curated selection of toys and accessories. Including a growing section of locally crafted goods from the Tampa Bay Area.

Jenni’s understanding, of the challenges facing today’s modern pet parents, drives Feed’s innovative approach. Feed offers their clients a variety of convenient pet services including an online store, local delivery, and nutritional consulting.

She also organizes in store events and services like visits from holistic veterinarians, pet food specialists and animal photographers.

Her hope is to create a resource that will inspire pet owners to make the best possible choices for their pets.

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HOME & LIFE

TINA CARDOSO / HOWIE MAC PHOTO See all things with your heart, not just your eyes. Tina Cardoso grew up two doors down from her grandfather (Howie Mac) who taught her that the sun did not have to be a flat, yellow circle - it could be whatever you see with your heart and imagination. So many years later, Tina realized that she applied that creative wisdom to many channels of her life, especially her photography.

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Following her dreams (and her heart), Tina started Howie Mac Photo in 2010, shortly tina@howiemacphoto.com

after her daughter was born. In early 2019, after 18 years in marketing, she launched her full-time studio at Winthrop Town Center in Riverview.

Capturing the perfect moment, not just the perfect pose, Tina helps businesses and entrepreneurs share the heart of their business with brand photography, as well as families documenting their story and major milestones - with a little fun and a lot of love! @howiemacphoto

HOME & LIFE

Christina is a Florida native with a passion for making people feel beautiful. She believes wholeheartedly that a boost of self-confidence can be life-changing.

With a thriving photography business and a busy family, she gets what it’s like to be a woman trying to do it all. That’s why she specializes in photography for women.

Whether it’s boudoir, beauty or branding she’s got you covered with gorgeous photos and a jolt of self-confidence.

Shooting with Christina is like meeting up with a girlfriend. Her sessions are specifically tailored to you. She has a fabulous client wardrobe and even provides professional hair and makeup!

Every woman is uniquely beautiful and deserves to feel that way. Her motto is to give you images that don’t change you but rather showcase you as your best self on your best day.

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CHRISTINA BARRETT Luxe Light Images christina@luxelightimages.com

@luxelightimages

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HOME & LIFE MIRIAM SALGADO MIR SALGADO PHOTOGRAPHY Miriam is an AWARD & PUBLISHED Photographer. She started her business of photography seven years ago in Europe, while traveling and living in four different countries like England, Scotland, Spain, and Portugal. Originally born and raised in Mexico. She found herself living a “dream come true” when she started her photography business.She has a degree in Marketing and ten years of experience.

Mir Salgado Photography is one of the most popular sites online and with more than 30K followers and 5 star reviews on GOOGLE. Additionally to photography she runs another business called BOSSMOMCOACH. This business focuses on teaching online “HOW to grow your business using social media” and “marketing online strategies”.

She produces a PODCAST and loves to share online advice with every entrepreneur. She grew her online business with students from 6 different countries, speaking at events like BizNetLatina and working with influencers all over Florida.

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SABRINA HENDLEY S&S HENDLEY PHOTOGRAPHY LLC

Sabrina Hendley, owner of S&S Hendley Photography LLC, specializing in helping new and established entrepreneurs create strategies that will profitably position them while reaching their ideal client. Sabrina serves Hillsborough County but she’ll gladly travel, when the right fit is determined.

When Sabrina’s not crafting a brand strategy or capturing images, you’ll find her educating those that aspire to or have already started a business.

She does this through her Branding on Purpose Blueprint in a one on one mentoring session or group workshops.

Sabrina also teaches Beginner’s Photography on an individual or group setting to those that desire to grow from hobbyist to professional photography.

Sabrina resides with her husband who’s also a photographer within her company. She’s a mother of 6 beautiful boys and is very active in her church and volunteer in her community.

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RUTH TERRERO RUTH TERRERO PHOTOGRAPHY

Ruth is a Dominican wedding photographer in Florida. Although she’s always been fascinated by the arts, she graduated with a degree in International Business & Marketing from USF. It wasn’t until working in the corporate world for years that she realized that photography was her true passion and calling. Starting as a selftaught photographer and later seeking in depth photography and business education, Ruth Terrero Photography became incorporated in 2017. Today, Ruth manages a thriving wedding photography business in Tampa, Florida and worldwide.

She studied abroad in Italy, where she developed an adventurous heart! She has received many awards from trusted wedding authorities including The Knot and Wedding Wire. Ruth’s timeless, candid & vibrant photographic style and joyful approach allow her to carry out her mission of capturing moments for couples to pass down to future generations as their legacy of love.

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Lynn Cristina writes about a variety of parenting topics for the Tampa Bay Times. You may have seen her weekly column, Tales from the Crib on tampabay.com and in Wesley Chapel Weekly. In it, she shares the challenges of parenthood with humor, openness and a sprinkle of sarcasm.

She recently began writing after sharing her mom fails with others only to discover she isn’t the only parent on the struggle bus. Lynn felt it was important to reveal the messy side of mom life, too. Social media serves up the highlights, but keeping it real creates a human connection and validation that parenting is the toughest privilege one can have.

Lynn is married with two spunky little girls who keep her laughing and crying. Outside of the “parent hood” she is a Marketing Manager for the Times, volunteers on several non-profit boards and finds the time to chaperone a field trip or two.

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LYNN CRISTINA lynncristina.com

lynncristinablogs@gmail.com

@lynncristinablogs

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SARAH ROSARIO/ CBS TAMPA BAY, WTSP-TV Sarah is an Emmy award winning journalist who grew up in the Tampa area. Her career led her across the country, but she is now part of the morning news team at CBS Tampa Bay. Sarah credits being able to genuinely connect with people and their experiences, but also being driven to really help them as the guiding lights in her career.

Prior to working in Tampa, Sarah traveled the country as a National Correspondent for NBC News Channel. She was featured internationally and frequently on MSNBC, The Today Show, and The Weather Channel among others. Her career also includes stints as an anchor and reporter in North Carolina, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Sarah’s most proud of starting a family with her husband and giving birth to a son. As a beaming new mom, she is connecting with other women in the community and continues to be an advocate for change.

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@sarahbrosario

NON-PROFIT

For Lauren Gstalder, envisioning a world without cancer is a true passion which led her to a non-profit fundraising career with the American Cancer Society just over a decade ago. Inspired by volunteers, caregivers and cancer survivors, Lauren raises critical funds to attack cancer from every angle.

In Lauren’s role, she leads a team who drive nationwide strategies and innovation for Distinguished Partners and Events.

Her work directly supports the American Cancer Society’s mission which is to eliminate cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from the disease, through research, education, advocacy, and service.

Born and raised in New York, Lauren is proud to call Tampa home ever since attending the University of Tampa. This mother of two is an active member of the Junior League of Tampa as well as a Girl Scout troop leader at her daughter’s school.

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LAUREN GSTALDER American Cancer Society www.cancer.org

Lauren.Gstalder@cancer.org

@americancancersociety

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NON-PROFIT Lindsay’s purpose became fervent in 2016, when her son passed away in her arms. Christian Michael Hernandez Foundation was established with one goal in mind: to be a light in this world, through the provision of unconditional kindness.

Making a profound impact globally, Lindsay’s “Be the Light Project” meets the needs of her community, impoverished nations, foreign and domestic foster care, schools, missionaries, and the homeless. Advocating for bereaved families, she also implements support programs within medical and healthcare communities. Lindsay strives to make a difference by impacting lives and circumstances of others, one good deed at a time.

Recognized by local and national media, Lindsay’s initiatives, especially her annual “Kindness for Christian Day,” are celebrated, as she challenges others to commit deliberate acts of love. Balancing her career as a real estate professional and education specialist, Lindsay is also a public speaker, published author, wife to her beloved, and a mother on a mission to make this world a kinder place by keeping the good going.

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LINDSAY HERNANDEZ Christian Michael Hernandez Foundation christianmichaelhernandez.org

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NON-PROFIT

KRISTIN BLACK

President of the national non-profit scholarship organization, MAOTeen. Mentor to thousands of teens across the country.

Over a decade as a leader of an army of volunteers focused on one goal - providing scholarships for higher education. An influencer for Generation Z. Wife and mother of two…

Kristin manages all aspects of the organization’s activities including program development, event production and fundraising and has played an integral role in its growth by combining her efforts within her community. Through the promotion of scholastic achievement, creative accomplishment, healthy living and community involvement, she has created a valuable outlet for America’s teens. To date, $1.3 million has been paid to assist young women in pursuing higher education.

“Working with teens teaches one to never underestimate the power of young adults who want to change the world. I am honored to provide opportunities to our future leaders who will impact all our lives.”

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@maoteen

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With a long history in the fitness industry, Sarah Grace has experienced an evolution of sorts to where she is today. Currently, a mom to an almost 3 year old daughter with one on the way, a YouTuber, and the CEO of a 501c3, non-profit, The Grace Foundation; she has her hands full.

Sarah Grace has always had a passion for educating and inspiring others. After battling severe adrenal fatigue and working with a holistic practitioner to heal herself, she began to develop a true love and interest for health and wellness.

In 2014, Sarah Grace lost her mother to Multiple Myeloma cancer. She began The Grace Foundation in 2018.

Since her huge turning point in 2014, after the loss of her mother, Sarah has been dedicated to working to educate others on the importance of cancer prevention through diet, exercise, and lifestyle choices. Her greater mission for her non-profit is to sponsor the treatments of cancer patients who desire to go outside of health insurance and seek holistic and integrative care.

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CHIEF DEPUTY DONNA LUSCZYNSKI HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Donna Lusczynski is the first female to ever hold the position of Chief Deputy in the history of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. She earned her title after working in the male dominated law enforcement field for the past 28 years.

Before pinning on her first badge in 1991, this New Jersey native made her way to Tampa with a dream of becoming a Marine Biologist. It was during her time studying at the University of Tampa that she realized her interest was in criminal justice.

After completing an internship at the Tampa Police Department, she changed her major to Criminology and applied to work for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Chief Deputy Lusczynski has spent her career working in nearly every corner of HCSO, including patrol, street crimes, narcotics, criminal and child protective investigations. She began rising into leadership roles back in the nineties, a time when women in law enforcement, particularly in high ranking positions, was a rarity.

She says diversity at the Sheriff’s Office is important in order to better reflect the community they serve.

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CHRISTINA LAXER LAXER FAMILY FOUNDATION | BERN’S BLACK BOX

Making a difference has always been an important ingredient for Christina “Chrisi” Laxer. Academic achievements and athletic leadership continued when moving to Tampa, but she never imagined how her life would change when meeting her husband David. Eventually shifting professionally from a clinical laboratory to a venerable family business was an adjustment, however her dedication to family and enthusiasm for community engagement came organically.

Being a mother of three daughters and active for almost 10 years with the Junior League of Tampa, she focused on volunteerism, leadership and support in the areas of education, literacy, foster care and needs for disadvantaged children.

She met mentor Mary Lee Farrior and joined her pursuit and success in building Hillsborough County’s first and only Child Advocacy and Protection Center under one roof. She still proudly serves on Mary Lee’s House Board of Directors and Auxiliary.

Working with Hyde Park Neighborhood Associations, SoHo Commercial Overlay District, and the Mayor’s Beautification Program to build Bern’s Park, as well as contributing in Tampa General Hospital Foundation, Women’s Leadership Council and other various organizations all fueled Chrisi’s passion for purpose. After years of events benefitting numerous other foundations, in 2018 she’s co-created The Laxer Family Foundation for a stronger basis for their charitable giving.

In business she has a lot on her plate being an owner in the Laxer family brands: Bern’s Steak House, Bern’s Fine Wines & Spirits, Haven & Little Midway, and a partner in the Epicurean Hotel. Co-authoring Bern’s Rare and Well Done a few years ago, she’s now adding more personal touches creating Bern’s Black Box, a new retail and signature gifting opportunity within BFW&S where wines, spirits and accessory products can be customized and either arranged at the shop, personally couriered or delivered tableside in the Harry Waugh Dessert Room.

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MAYOR JANE CASTOR CITY OF TAMPA

Jane Castor is the 59th Mayor of the City of Tampa. Born and raised in Tampa Florida, Jane graduated from Chamberlain High School and attended the University of Tampa on an athletic scholarship.

She went on to join the Tampa Police Department and worked her way up from a cop to Tampa’s first female Chief of Police. She served for six years in that role, helping reduce major crimes 70% citywide.

She played a key role in ensuring safety during the 2012 Republican National Convention, the first Bollywood Awards held in America, and she oversaw a multi-jurisdiction security plan for Super Bowl XLIII. In 2019, Jane was elected as the first openly gay mayor in the City of Tampa. Since then, she has passed the city’s largest water/wastewater infrastructure plan, launched her Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow Advisory Teams, and passed the first budget starting in the black since the great recession.

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306 East Jackson St., Tampa

813.274.8262

NOTABLE

TERRIE DANIEL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA SUPPLIER DIVERSITY Terrie Daniel, the Assistant Vice President of Supplier Diversity at University of South Florida is the inaugural appointee and is responsible for the development and direction of the University’s Supplier Diversity Program.

Daniel, an expert in supplier diversity program development, has successfully developed a robust program for USF which yielded over $85+ million in utilization with diverse owned suppliers in the first 2 program calendar years.

Prior to joining University of South Florida, Daniel was Deputy Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Administration, guided

by Governor Mike Pence prior to his appointment as Vice President of the United States.

Daniel has an extensive background in project management and holds a Bachelor degree in Marketing from Ferris State University and a Masters in Compliance from Morgan State University. Daniel is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and owns Sweet ConfectionsÂŽ, a small business specializing in hand-made gourmet confections.

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NIKKI DEBARTOLO “OUR HAPPY DIVORCE�

Nikki DeBartolo knows first-hand how being surrounded by a strong and loving family has most definitely shaped the way she has navigated life, love, marriage and motherhood. Having grown up as a member of the iconic San Francisco 49ers football family, Nikki was thrown into the limelight at a young age, yet the values her family instilled on her have helped shape who she is today and she continues to live by these core values. As Vice President of DeBartolo Holdings and the DeBartolo Family Foundation, Nikki has made it her mission to give back to her community in every way possible, from supporting local grassroots movements to national charities, all while being a strong supportive wife to her husband. Nikki resides in Tampa Bay, Florida with her 16-year old son Asher and husband, Chad Chronister, who also serves the Tampa community as Sheriff of Hillsborough County.

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FACES OF SOUTH TAMPA

Coley Simmons, Jennifer Puleo, Caitlin Gorman, Kate Williams

BEAUTY

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AMELIA ROSE BEAUTY

Rose Johnson

BEAUTY

13

ADÉLIE

Jessy Furniel

BEAUTY

12

BEAU GÂCHIS COSMETICS

Robin Guess

BEAUTY

14

BLUSHROCK

Suzanne Anderson, Lisa Marques

BEAUTY

16-17

CROWN & MANE

Kelly Sultenfuss, Kerry Allgire, Tanja Catoe

BEAUTY

15

LAURIE POLLICE HAIR

Laurie Pollice

BEAUTY

18

SALON INGA

Inge Handing

BEAUTY

19

VIRAGO BABE

Danette Anderson

BEAUTY

21

U SOUTH TAMPA

Loralee Koontz

BEAUTY

20

Stacy E. Yates

BUSINESS

22

ADVENTURE MARKETING

Alicia Waldner

BUSINESS

23

B. SULLI COACHING

Bria Sullivan

BUSINESS

24

BOTANICA, STYLE HOUSE

Zoe Gallina

BUSINESS

25

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE BROKER

Jennifer Q. Irizarry-Fountain

BUSINESS

27

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Laurie Lupcho, Deborah Lowry

BUSINESS

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EDGILITY

Heather Holland

BUSINESS

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DIACE DESIGNS

Jessica Reed

BUSINESS

30-31

ENTROPY TECHNOLOGY DESIGN, INC

Tami Fitzpatrick

BUSINESS

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EVENTFEST, INC.

Maiken Knight Stefany

BUSINESS

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FIRST CITRUS BANK

Jessica Kendall Hornof

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HEAVEN SENT SAKHI

Rina Patel

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J.W. COLE FINANCIAL, INC.

Melissa Mita Robinson

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Jennie Robles

BUSINESS

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PHYSICIAN PARTNERS OF AMERICA

Rekha Rajan-Wilson

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MORGAN AUTO GROUP

Kelly Ross

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RSBP EVENTS

Brooke Palmer Kuhl

BUSINESS

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STRATEGIC PROPERTY PARTNERS, LLC

Gabby Soriano

BUSINESS

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TÉLIA AGENCY

Lia Beatty

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THREE THIRTEEN LAW, PLLC

Mandi Clay, Esq

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USI INSURANCE SERVICES, LLC

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Melissa Mull

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Jaime Martin

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Andrea Tuggle

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RACHEL MAZZUCO

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Michelle Cappelli Gordon

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Alison Farnan

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53

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Christina Majeed

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56

WESTSHORE DIAMOND COMPANY

Mollie Suarez

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ARMATURE WORKS

Ashley McChesney

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CHEF INSPIRED POPCORN CO.

Lizette Rivera

FOOD & BEVERAGE

59

CRU CELLARS

Jennifer Bingham

FOOD & BEVERAGE

60

GRACIOUS GRAZING

Martha Wiese

FOOD & BEVERAGE

61

LIVY O'S

Lennise Germany

FOOD & BEVERAGE

62

THE REGENT

Shannon Keil

FOOD & BEVERAGE

63

SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO

Darien Cobb

FOOD & BEVERAGE

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ANCHOR HEALTHCARE ADVOCATES

Diane Eggert, BSN, RN

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MARNIE C. BAUER, D.M.D.

Amanda Lazo, Marnie Bauer, Jyoti Kansal

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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PEARLE VISION

Sara Plumb Petro

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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RESTORATIVE HEALING & WELLNESS CENTER

Beth Mitchell, DO, MPH

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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SOUTH TAMPA DERMATOLOGY

Dana Hess, PA-C, Linda Flynn, M.D., Megan Thomas, PA-C, Jessica Hage, PA-C

UPROOTED WELLNESS

Alexa Schuman

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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REVIVE SPORT

Kaelyn Sheedy

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Meg Skelly

HOME & LIFE

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

Emma Yepsen Pardo, Sheila Calistri

HOME & LIFE

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HOME & LIFE

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HOME & LIFE

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COASTAL PROPERTIES GROUP- CHRISTIES INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE

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HOME & LIFE

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CARVER CONCIERGE

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HOME & LIFE

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DEVONSHIRE CUSTOM HOMES

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WTSP

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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

LAUREN GSTALDER

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CHRISTIAN MICHAEL HERNANDEZ FOUNDATION, INC.

LINDSAY HERNANDEZ

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MISS AMERICA'S OUTSTANDING TEEN

KRISTIN BLACK

NON-PROFIT

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THE GRACE FOUNDATION

SARAH GRACE KIMBALL

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CITY OF TAMPA

MAYOR JANE CASTOR

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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

DONNA LUSCZYNSKI

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CHRISTINA LAXER

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OUR HAPPY DIVORCE

NIKKI DEBARTOLO

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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA OFFICE OF SUPPLIER DIVERSITY

TERRIE DANIEL

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