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MAY 2020 PUBLISHER

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Changed...but still here COVID 19. No matter where we are in reference to the “flattening of the curve”

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our lives have been changed forever. The world is a different place, and it seems

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and much younger Anika Baty-Mills who had no clue that one day she would get married and have children, and then one day be the publisher of a magazine. She definitely would not have been able to chart her journey because what was supposed to happen did not happen and what was not supposed to happen did. And yet with all the uncertainty in front of me, I’m still standing. I’m still here. We all are. Changed… but still here. We have the same choices in front of us every single day

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to learn, to grow, and to forgive. Our May issue is full of women who have had to incorporate these choices into their careers to continue to move forward. Columbia is full of powerful women and we are excited to be able to share some of their stories with you. Entrepreneurs, Presidents, CEO’s and Executive Directors, more and more women are carrying these titles and changing the world, one step at a time. You will hear about the women in their lives who inspire them and the pearls of advice they want to give to you. Also in this issue, you will learn about four local non-profit orga-

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nizations and the powerful women behind them. You will discover a local landmark

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

that has feminine roots and what a few local moms want for Mother’s Day. Our goal

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is to provide you with the good news of Columbia and these ladies are definitely

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that! Last but not least, let us take the things that we have learned in the past few

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months and incorporate them into our lives as a part of our new normal. Keeping

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2020

FEATURES 14 She’s Driven Local business owner Candice Johnson drives through Columbia in style

20 Inspired by Her Let the powerful women in our community inspire you to keep reaching for the stars!

30 Non Profit Power Powerful women you may not know but need to know!

34 What Mom Wants Three Howard County moms

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Good Times

Local Limelight

Driver’s Notebook

Giving Back

28 Healthy Lifestyle 30 Our Town 34 Parting Thoughts

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The Arc of Howard County Annual Chocolate Ball The Arc of Howard County’s 23rd annual Chocolate Ball was an amazing evening of delicious food, beverages, music, dancing, raffles, and a silent auction. ARC’s mission? To achieve full community life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities – one person at a time. This signature fundraising event presents the community with an opportunity to participate in this worthy pursuit.

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1. Fiona’s Cake Fairy - Winners of the Judge’s Award and the Imagine Award | 2. Jessica Knopp and Debbie Reynolds enjoy | 3. King Ian Kennedy and his Queen Lena Kennedy | 4. Lincoln Tech and their first place delectable desserts | 5. Barbara Moyers vision brought to life by volunteers Brenda Crowe and Therese Erdman | 6. From l to r: Katy Sedney, Stephen Pipino, Brian Taylor, Jessica Taylor | 7. Members of The Arc of Howard County Staff | 8. Oracle Band | 9. Michael Thorne of Big Biz Entertainment | 10. Executive Director of The Arc of Howard County, Cindy Parr, Chocolate Ball Queen Sue Haynes, Christoper Heston, Laurie Freeman | 11. Candy Fairy Martie Dyer and her husband Rick Reid as Willy Wonka | 12. Barbara Moyer, Director of Marketing for the Arc of Howard County, and Linda Ostovitz, Principal and Legal Operations Chair 8

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Swashbuckling in the Stacks On February 29th the Mateys of the Howard County East Branch Library embarked upon their annual swashbuckling adventure. Guest speaker, Pride of Baltimore historian and lifelong sailor, Pierre Henkart, enthralled attendees with stories of the vast privateering history of Baltimore. Other evening highlights included rum tasting, delicious food, cocktails, sophisticated non-alcoholic beverages, and music and entertainment.

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1. Pierre Henkart educating the audience on the early history of Baltimore privateering and Chesapeake shipbuilding | 2. Tonya Aikens, President and CEO of the HoCo Library System and her husband Tony Aikens | 3. Anne Lamberty of HoCo Library dancing the night away | 4. Phillip Dodge, Executive Director of the Downtown Columbia Partnership | 5. Diane Martin and friends surprised by Pirate Magic! | 6. Walrus Oyster and Ale House shucking for their mateys | 7. Stealing a moment | 8. Tatoos for that rebellious soul | 9. Electric slides and pirates? Of course! | 10. DJ MC Fresh started a dance-off ensued! CityLifestyle.com/Columbia

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TITLE BOXING CO. 10101 Twin Rivers Rd Suite 110, Columbia, MD 21044 https://titleboxingclub.com/columbia-mflats-md/ (443) 410-0803 TITLE Boxing Club has been a pioneer in the boutique fitness space since 2008. Over the years, we’ve taken the oldest sport in the world and shaped it into something new and exciting and uniquely ours. Our exercise classes engage the body, mind, and spirit by channeling the fundamentals of a true boxer’s workout. Our newest location in Downtown Columbia offers classes to all experience levels. Please do not hesitate to contact us for membership and schedule inquiries. We look forward to being able to provide you with an awesome experience by the best instructors in town.

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SHE’S DRIVEN CANDICE JOHNSON, MOMPRENUER & CEO OF BUTTERUP, NATURAL SKINCARE COMPANY, FOUNDED IN COLUMBIA, MARYLAND IS DRIVEN TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

CANDICE JOHNSON, THE OWNER OF BUTTERUP, LOVES DRIVING AROUND, TO, AND FROM HER HOME OFFICE IN COLUMBIA. Never having to fill up, her 2019 Tesla gets 322 miles per charge. This keeps Johnson on the road to run her business. When her active teenage daughter began to experience debilitating migraines, she started doing research. Johnson was shocked to discover the harmful chemicals hidden in everyday items. Everything from skincare to cleaning products is loaded with harmful ingredients that wreak havoc on our bodies. Out of desperation, Johnson slowly began introducing natural products to her daughter, such as organic foods, pure water, and elements from the earth to put on her skin. Natural remedies made a world of difference for her daughter; who is now happy, healthy, and able to manage migraines without medication. Johnson was hooked. “I started perfecting the formula and giving products as gifts to my family and friends. After positive feedback, my husband, Andre, encouraged me to create the ButterUp brand”. She was determined to make products that are all-natural, nourish the skin, and do not contain harmful chemicals and preservatives. Learn more at www.getbutterup.net

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LET THE POWERFUL WOMEN IN OUR COMMUNITY INSPIRE YOU TO KEEP REACHING FOR THE STARS!

J E S S I C A C O AT E S HOWARD COUNTY OF ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (HCAR)

Jessica Coates is the CEO of Howard County Association of Realtors also known as HCAR. HCAR is a trade association serving 2100 members. It’s core values are education, advocacy, and community outreach. Her previous experience as a lobbyist and VP of Government and Community Affairs, exemplifies her strength as an advocate on a local level. HCAR Cares is the non-profit arm of the association and is tremendously important to Coates. She works had to provide volunteer opportunities for their Realtors to serve the community. Coates says her “She-ro” has always been her mother who was a single-parent. Blown away by her mother’s presence at a young age, she was molded by her mother’s work ethic. As a little girl, Coates watched her mother go back to college; it was hard work. Her mother’s dedication to professionalism and commitment to excellence was palpable. Excellence was set as the standard. Witnessing this changed Coates forever. She had never seen a woman reach the level of success that her mother was able to obtain. “Looking back, it was all for us,” says Coates proudly, “I am careful to take on things I can give my best to. I feel I’m representing my mother that way.” Coates advises women to invest in themselves. She goes on to say, “I’ve learned you create your own lane by investing in you. I’m fulfilled because I am serving people and helping people. “

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K I M B E R LY P R E S C O T T PRESIDENT OF PRESCOTT HR (HUMAN RESOURCES)

Prescott HR integrates all areas of a company through compliance, improved systems, competencies and employee roles. They transform HR from tactical compliance and administration to strategic leadership by helping their clients put processes into place to grow and thrive as an organization. Prescott believes it is important to give back to the community because others gave to her. Working with several non-profits in the area, Prescott believes altruism is key. Growing up in a predominantly Caucasian private school in Georgia, it was unlikely that Prescott would own her own business in the HR industry. “My mom empowered me to use my voice.” She recalls that being tall, outspoken, and the only African American in her class definitely made her stand out. This prepared her for a professional career in which she would often be the only person of color in the room. “I knew I was smart and capable; I made myself heard. It helped me to establish my voice,” Prescott said. In addition to finding a mentor, Prescott advises women to be honest with themselves and others about what they want. “Don’t dumb it down and don’t let no be your answer. The answer is never no, it is ‘not right now’ or ‘not this way’. We have dreams and we keep them to ourselves, speak your dream into reality.

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ERICA WHITE THE RESIDENCES OF OELLA MILLS, PROPERTY MANAGER The Residences of Oella Mill is located in the historic town of Oella, located between Catonsville and Ellicott City. Erica White manages this beautiful and historic community. Community outreach and marketing are part of her daily responsibilities. White sits on the board of The Starboard Society as its marketing chairperson. The Starboard Society is a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance for working Maryland families. White beamed, “It doesn’t seem like work, because I enjoy it so much.” Inspired by many women, working with SMC (Southern Management Corporation), White is grateful for the opportunity she has had to build relationships with a great group of polished and driven women. “Suzanne Hillman, our CEO, and President at SMC amazes me,” White says, “she gets so much done with such professionalism.” White is also inspired by her younger sister, Eneia because she forged her own path, is well-spo-ken and independent. Everything I admire in an inspirational woman. White’s sister owns her own design business, Eneia White Interiors, in New York. She feels blessed being surrounded by great women. When asked for her advice to the woman working towards her goals, White says she would tell women not to be afraid to try new things. “Step out of your comfort zone. Find your passion and like what you do.”

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research at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, one of the best eye hospitals in the nation. Dr. Shif spent a year researching glaucoma patients and how the disease is detected through the retina and affects the eyes. After becoming engaged, Dr. Shif moved to the Baltimore area and began a surgical retina fellowship at Sinai Hospital at Sinai Hospital. Completing a year of research, Dr. Shif then transferred and continued her fellowship at the National Retina Institute, later expanding the practice to the Columbia area and becoming the attending physician at this location. “The path to where I am wasn’t straight or smooth,” said Dr. Shif. “But it gave me more experience and knowledge in the long run and has allowed for the life I have now. Literally looking into patients’ eyes to gauge their health and help them live their best life makes every day at the practice worth it.” In her spare time, Dr. Shif enjoys conducting more research on vision retention, spending time with her family and indulging in Game of Thrones. She is fluent in Spanish, Russian, and English, and caters to a wide variety of patients throughout the Maryland area. In the future, Dr. Shif is looking forward to conducting more retina

DR. OLGA SHIF IS ORIGINALLY FROM THE COUNTRY OF

studies, particularly dealing with diseases

BELARUS. Immigrating with her family to the United States in

such as diabetes or macular degeneration.

1995, Dr. Shif spent her adolescent years in Pennsylvania. After

Wanting to develop more preventative mea-

completing high school, she attended the private institution of

sures against ocular damage, the National

Arcadia University, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor

Retina Institute is always striving to create

of Arts in Biology and Chemistry. Although Dr. Shif had an inter-

more extensive eye testing to catch and treat

est in medicine from an early age, she initially thought her career

diseases early in the progression and help-

would lead her to pediatric medicine. However, while attending

ing patients maintain their overall health.

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SMOK E D S A L MON S A L A D WI T H BLUE BE RR Y VINAIGRE T T E Dr. Shif recommends green leafy vegetables, berries like blueberries (high in antioxidants), and fish (high in omega 3’s) to improve eye health. Here is a great recipe to get all three ingredients in one healthy meal. Smoked salmon salad with grilled fennel and fresh blueberries, drizzled with blueberry vinaigrette. This sweet vinaigrette is the perfect match with the salty salmon, that combo makes the salad divine. For the dressing, use Belgian blueberry stroop, but you can use marmalade or some thick blueberry syrup.

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+ 1 red onion

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POWERFUL WOMEN YOU MAY NOT KNOW BUT NEED TO KNOW!

NETTE STOKES + FOUNDER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF JUSTLIVING ADVOCACY JustLiving Advocacy is a non-profit that provides resources to female heads of households who are living in poverty. Nette Stoke, Executive Director, states, “We don’t turn away any single parent; dads, grandparents, you name it. However, we acknowledge that the majority of single-parent households are run by women living in poverty”. What inspires Stokes professionally is that she was that single mom. Her mother was that single mom. Stokes’ mother worked as the neighborhood babysitter before childcare centers existed, as they do today. Her mother’s

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3 LAURA BACON + CEO, FOUNDER OF THE WELL The Well is a non-profit that supports women of color who are entrepreneurs and creatives by providing resources. They offer membership to a unique co-working space that will serve as a hub for women to network and collaborate. “We meet women where they are, and they don’t have to be experienced businesswomen,” says Laura Bacon, CEO. The Well provides a space for women in all stages of their business journey. Bacon’s mother is a constant source of inspiration by modeling how to live life. She states that leading with kindness was taught to her by her mother. Bacon acknowledges her amazing board of advisors who also provide motivation. “One of the members is a former student of mine, and now she educates me,” says Bacon. Her teaching style is relationship-based, which is why the connections with her students are so strong. Bacon advises, “Get to know as many people as you possibly can.” That is her goal for 2020. “Get out there and meet more people and network.” 32

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W H AT M O M WANTS 3 HOWARD COUNTY MOMS TELL US WHAT THEY REALLY WANT FOR MOTHER’S DAY

My needs are provided for.

We would love to have our

I would love sleeping late in

The gifts every day that give

houses cleaned and our

the morning, my espresso

above and beyond are my

yards landscaped.

chocolate truffles, and crafts

two boys. They give me love

in bed, flowers, a box of

and teach me things about

made by my boys. I love

myself. But a new Gucci bag

being a mom, but a break

wouldn’t hurt!

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