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From One Woman to Another "SHE BELIEVED SHE COULD, SO SHE DID." –R.S. Grey
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Ladies, this one's for you. In this issue, we highlight all the wonderful women in our community—CEOs, business owners and nonprofit leaders, just to name a few. The following pages are filled with stories to inspire us all to appreciate the women in our lives and to strengthen the connection we have with our mothers, sisters, friends and daughters. From a feature about two local sisters at the forefront of the hair care industry with their organic and vegan product line to personal interviews with women leaders in the nonprofit sector, our Women’s issue serves to recognize the powerful role women have in our community and beyond. (And don’t worry, gentlemen; you’ll have your moment—stay tuned.) So, to the women of South Charlotte—may you find a quiet moment (or two) to enjoy this issue we’ve lovingly dedicated to you.
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FEATURES 18 True to Their Roots Meet the Local Sisters Behind Nationally Recognized Natural Hair Care Brand Rucker Roots
20 Girlfriend Getaway The Hottest Destinations for a Little R&R with Your Besties
26 Fashion, Fun and Friends and Mainstream Boutique ‘Our Clothes Won’t Change the World, but the Women Who Wear Them Will’
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28 Women Empowering Women Leaders of Charlotte Nonprofits Carol Hardison and Mara Campolungo
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LEBRON JAMES FAMILY FOUNDATION DISTRIBUTES SOCKS AND SHOES TO STUDENTS The LeBron James Family Foundation, in conjunction with Microsoft Xbox and Samaritan’s Feet, distributed 400 pairs of new socks and shoes to Movement School elementary students as part of NBA All-Star Weekend festivities in Charlotte. Microsoft Xbox donated 400 pairs of brand-new shoes and socks for the children. Volunteers with Samaritan’s Feet and student ambassadors from the LeBron James Family Foundation gently washed the feet of each child before presenting them with brand-new shoes.
NBA WIVES ASSOCIATION WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT LUNCHEON During the NBA All-Star weekend in Charlotte, the National Basketball Wives Association held its second annual Women's Empowerment Luncheon. This year's theme was "The Evolution of Women 12
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Define your purpose, and set goals to reach it.
Defining the one thing you love to do, you are good at and adds value to the world, then setting goals to make a living doing that thing is the key to living an optimal life.
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B u i l d a s o c i a l n e two r k . Spending time with girlfriends reduces stress and builds confidence. There are many networking groups and meet-ups in Charlotte that would love to have you (though it may take a few visits to choose the right one for you.)
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“Our customers keep us motivated. We love to see the results our products have on our customers’ lives.” OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS, SOUTH CHARLOTTEAN
AS MOTHERS AND ENTREPRENEURS, HOW DO YOU
SISTERS ELLEN RUCKER SELLERS AND IONE
CREATE A WORK/LIFE BALANCE?
RUCKER JAMISON HAVE GRACEFULLY CLIMBED
We have come to realize that there is no balance being
INTO THE FOREFRONT OF THE HAIR CARE INDUSTRY
both mothers and entrepreneurs. Some days we might
WITH THEIR ORGANIC AND VEGAN PRODUCT LINE,
be super mom, but on those days we are lacking at
RUCKER ROOTS. The duo first made headlines on the WE
something for our business. We are grateful it’s two of us
tv show Love Thy Sister, and after fans professed a love for
in our business, so we can divide and conquer. At the end
their Southern charm and style, the ladies found inspiration
of the day, protecting our peace and our families is where
in returning to their roots to embark on a business journey
our balance comes from.
in beauty. Less than five years later, the brand has amassed a lot of success being featured in several of the nation’s top
HOW HAS WORKING IN THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY
beauty publications and on Good Morning America.
CHALLENGED YOU AS ENTREPRENEURS?
Once known mainly from their reality television show, the
One of our biggest challenges as an entrepreneur
sisters have now emerged as owners of a top natural hair
working in the beauty industry is setting our brand apart
care brand. Even with their success, they maintain a family-
from all the other brands. We are in a very saturated field,
first attitude, which is the driving force behind everything
so this has been challenging.
they do. The ladies have figured out how to manage their home lives while thriving as entrepreneurs and embracing their distinction as modern Southern women.
WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? Our customers keep us motivated. We love to see the
So who are they?
results our products have on our customers’ lives. Helping
Ellen and Ione are modern Southern women who are
others has always been a passion of ours that has been
mothers and entrepreneurs. They are the youngest two
passed down in many forms from our grandparents and
siblings of eight, born to Douglas and Ruby Rucker. They
parents, so definitely, our customers’ satisfaction and even
are Lancaster, South Carolina, natives, currently living in
seeing some of our customers in tears because they love
South Charlotte.
Rucker Roots keeps us motivated. Rucker Roots products
Recently, SCL had the opportunity to speak with Ellen
work well on all hair types.
and Ione, and they shared how they maintain their family/ work balance and what’s next for their brand.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENTS YOU’VE ACHIEVED AS
HOW HAVE YOUR SOUTHERN ROOTS PLAYED A ROLE IN HOW YOU BRAND AND MARKET RUCKER ROOTS? Our Southern roots have played a key role in the main
OWNERS OF RUCKER ROOTS? Our greatest accomplishments to date are getting placement in Sally Beauty and Target stores nationwide.
ingredients, what we call our Rucker Roots complex. The Rucker Roots complex, which consists of root vegetable
WHAT IS SOME ADVICE YOU’D GIVE TO WOMEN IN
oils, is very much an ode to our Southern roots. Our father’s
PURSUIT OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP?
hobby to this day is farming and growing fresh vegetables.
Our advice to other women is to go for it and keep
Our mother enjoyed feeding us his harvest from the farm
going. There will be setbacks and hiccups, but keep
and also incorporated special recipes for her four daughters’
moving forward. Every day will be different, and
hair using these root vegetables along with mayonnaise,
entrepreneurship is not glamorous; it’s hard work, yet it
olive oil and even eggs to create natural hair masks.
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Girlfriend Getaway ARTICLE RONI FISHKIN OF MANN TRAVELS
Boulder, Colorado
There is nothing like spending s o m e t i m e a wa y f r o m t h e s t r e s s and routine of home and work with your most favorite people.
AND SOMETIMES, THOSE PEOPLE ARE NOT YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY BUT INSTEAD, THE BEST FRIENDS IN YOUR LIFE. A girlfriend getaway is almost a guaranteed good time, whether it’s days full of belly laughs or quiet time with people who know you well enough that you don’t have to chat. And while we usually think of Charleston, Nashville and New Orleans, here are some other destinations to consider visiting with your besties—no passport required! BOULDER, COLORADO No matter the climate, the Rockies are a stunning backdrop for a fun-filled getaway. Obviously, the nearby slopes provide great activity in the colder months, but don’t ignore the summertime for a wonderful vacation. Hiking, biking, water sports— Colorado has it all with a laid-back Western vibe that relaxes the soul. NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND The quintessential charm of this New England harbor town makes it the perfect nautical spot for a weekend. A tour of the lavish gilded-age mansions and the glittering nightlife gives you a peek of the high life, while the coastal vibe and seafood shacks are the perfect daytime activity in the summer. Newport has a little bit of everything to offer. 20
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A g i r l f r i e n d g e t a wa y i s a l m o s t a g u a r a n t e e d g o o d t i m e , w h e t h e r i t ’s d a y s f u l l o f b e l l y l a u g h s o r q u i e t t i m e w i t h p e o p l e w h o k n o w y o u w e l l e n o u g h t h a t y o u d o n’ t h a v e t o c h a t .
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Castle Hill Lighthouse, Newport, Rhode Island
SEDONA, ARIZONA Spa or spirituality? Why choose when you can have both? Sedona is just a couple of hours drive from Phoenix and specializes in both. Take a pink Jeep tour through the gorgeous red rocks and soak up a detoxifying spa experience afterward. The Sedona experience is a magical one to share with your best friends no matter what time of year you visit. AUSTIN, TEXAS The Southwest is calling! It said, “Dust off your cowboy boots and head to the heart of Texas.” Austin offers wonderful live music, a great local art scene, fabulous food—barbecue and Tex-Mex are especially delicious—and a fun, quirky vibe throughout the city. If you are looking for a bit of adventure you can boat,
Sedona, Arizona
Austin, Texas
kayak or paddleboard nearby. There is plenty to keep you busy in this growing city. MIAMI, FLORIDA If you are looking for total indulgence, Miami is the place to go. Stunning hotels boast palm trees and poolside cabanas where you can catch some sun while sipping on your favorite fruity cocktail. Galleries, shops and restaurants line the eclectic Wynwood Arts District, and Little Havana is a great place to experience Cuban culture with a strong cup of coffee. Of course, the nightlife in Miami is unparalleled. Make sure you pack a pair of high heels and hit the bars and clubs for an unforgettable night on the town.
Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida, at sunset
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AWN TALLEY IS THE OWNER OF MAINSTREAM BOUTIQUE AT WAVERLY, SOUTH CHARLOTTE’S NEW RETAIL DESTINATION SPACE. Dawn chose Waverly as the location for her boutique because it was a new neighborhood with a traditional air. Dawn made the decision to open her boutique after working for 28 years in the corporate business world. “You get one trip around the sun, and it was time for a change. Our children were grown, and my husband was very supportive, so why not go for it?” Dawn says she enjoys running the business because she loves fashion and building relationships with the women
who come into the store. To achieve this goal, Dawn and her accommodating staff of stylists strive
to greet every customer who walks through the door. A priority is placed on learning more about each customer—relationships are first and foremost! Dawn’s philosophy is that the more they know about each client, the better equipped they are to assist that individual with their personalized needs. Her belief is, “you get what you give.” Based on the firm bonds of trust and friendship among Mainstream Boutique’s clients and the six stylists who collaborate with each of them, the stylists are able to create a complete ensemble that embodies the spirit of the woman wearing it.
Dawn Talley, Owner
It is important that the clothes reflect the woman because as Dawn notes, “Our clothes won’t change the world, but the women who wear them will.” Mainstream Boutique prides itself on offering multi-generational fashions, clothing styles that are trendy yet timeless and appeal to mothers and their daughters. Mainstream Boutique is also inclusive, carrying its fashion brands in a variety of sizes from extra small to extra large and sizes 0–16. To maintain the rarity of the Mainstream Boutique experience and uphold the highest standards of quality Dawn and Mainstream Corporate enforce, the boutique represents a handful of top-shelf labels including Charlie B, Clara Sun Woo, Liverpool, Jag, Kut and Papillon. The Mac and Me line, a signature Mainstream Boutique brand, is featured with its emphasis on very detailed stitching, the use of soft fabrics and clothing that gives a lot of stretch without becoming baggy. Items are available in limited quantities. Dawn and the stylists at Mainstream Boutique pride themselves on customer service, and special orders can be placed as the boutique has access to more than 85 Mainstream Boutiques around the country. Every effort will be made to find the item of your choice in your size if it is not currently in stock. It will be placed on the boutique’s special order list, and you will be notified when your piece arrives. Mainstream Boutique also ships orders across the U.S. May 2019 | South Charlotte Lifestyle
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Carol Hardison, CEO, Crisis Assistance Ministry
Women Empowering Women Leaders of Charlotte
+ CAROL HARDISON Carol Hardison wanted to become a social worker while still
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Hardison and
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Soon after, she heard of the opening for CEO of Crisis Assistance Ministry and applied. Carol has held the position for 19 years. Carol describes the career shift and her move to leading Crisis Assistance as the moment, “I realized it ... pure career alignment with who I am for the first time in my life.” Carol now utilizes her leadership skills to focus the team on its core goal of “making sure our low-income neighbors have help and hope.” The need for the organization’s assistance has never been
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disproportionately affects women, with 16 percent of women living in poverty compared to 13.3 percent of men.
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Crisis Assistance Ministry Free Store
Mara Campolungo, Co-Founder and Executive Director, The Sandbox
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CRISIS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY’S FREE STORE The Free Store is the only comprehensive structure of its type, where low-income families are given the opportunity to shop once a month for clothing, shoes and household items at no charge. More
than
Mecklenburg
41,000 School
Charlotte-
students
are
required to wear uniforms, so new and
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gently used uniform apparel is in particularly high demand over the coming summer months. To donate items to the Free Store, including school uniforms, drop them off at Crisis Assistance Ministry’s convenient Spratt
donation St.
in
drive-thru,
Charlotte.
For
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information regarding donations, visit CrisisAssistance.org/donate. WANT TO VOLUNTEER? There are numerous opportunities to volunteer for individuals ages 5 and older and groups of all sizes. The common goal is to extend a hand to neighbors to prevent homelessness and preserve the dignity of the thousands of Mecklenburg County residents who benefit from Crisis Assistance Ministry services each month. To find out how you can get involved, visit CrisisAssistance.org/volunteer.
+ MARA CAMPOLUNGO Mara Campolungo and Brian Dulin founded The Sandbox in 2012. As the executive director of The Sandbox, Mara brings 25 years of professional marketing experience to bear in her efforts to advocate for seriously ill children and their families. THE CARRE APPROACH TO SERVICING FAMILIES WITH SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN The Sandbox offers customized care services to families in North and South Carolina with children who have been diagnosed with cancer, a rare, life-altering illness or terminal diagnosis. The
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personalized plan for each family is developed using CARRE: Caring About Real Relationships Empathetically.
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There are currently 159 families enrolled in The Sandbox’s CARRE program, which provides families with a variety of services based on the whole family’s needs at that particular point in the treatment of the sick child (known as the honoree). Service goals are determined on a per-family basis, which can range from evaluations and education to resources in various forms—from gift cards to provide for the general needs of the honoree to provisions for siblings who may feel left out by the emotional and financial toll serious illness takes on a family’s resources. THE SANDBOX SPONSORS MORE THAN 20 EVENTS ANNUALLY A primary service The Sandbox focuses on providing to its families is group support through the more than 20 events the nonprofit holds each year. Some of these are well-publicized fund-
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raisers such as the annual An Evening of Believing Prom for young patients and the Cereal with CC Breakfast-Workshop, which just celebrated its second year. Other events are not money makers but instead are held solely to offer The Sandbox members food, family and fellowship, essential elements for emotional support while dealing with a health crisis within the family. Mara points out these events are extremely important because they provide a time and place where “kids can just be kids” and families can seek support from other families. IMPORTANCE OF VOLUNTEER ‘GO-GETTERS’ TO THE SANDBOX The Sandbox relies on a unique volunteer program known as the Go-Getters. These volunteers are known as Go-Getters because their commitment is to help how and when they can for as long as they can. “People can often ebb and flow with their commitment to charities, so every time we have a community meeting, we talk about our CARRE program and opportunities for volunteers to Give Where You Live,” Mara says. The Give Where You Live initiative encourages volunteers to participate in local efforts to assist those in need in their communities. DISC PERSONALITY ASSESSMENT Workshop attendees and volunteers with The Sandbox are asked to complete a DiSC Personality Assessment which allows the team to identify the ways each volunteer can be most impactful in servicing families. Mara maintains she has used the DiSC profile almost daily in her personal and professional life for the past 15 years and maintains that the assessment is a crucial asset in assisting people to assess their gifts and talents and in making sure that each person is “in the right seat on the right bus.” For more information, visit Gotsandbox.org. To join the Go-Getters Team, visit GotSandbox.org/volunteer. 32
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12
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SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK
MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH
Sweet Honey in the Rock is a perfor-
Experience a contemporary brunch
CAROLINA VOICES: COLORS OF SONG
mance ensemble rooted in African-
with exceptional cuisine at The
Colors
American history and culture. The
Ballantyne on Mother’s Day from
by Carolina Voices' Festival Singers,
ensemble educates, entertains and
noon to 4 p.m. The experience is $95
a chamber choir under the direc-
empowers its audience and commu-
per person, $40 for children ages
tion of Donna Hill. The concert
nity through the dynamic vehicles of
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will explore the sound of color
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ages 4 and under. Call 704.248.4100
with music from composers Eric
Language interpretation for the deaf
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Whitacre, James Mulholland and
McGlohon Theatre at Spirit Square
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17–18
10–11
TIME LAPS 24-HOUR RELAY RACE
BEACH FEST MATTHEWS
Relay Race puts your physical
11th
Song
is
presented
Mend the Sky" by Jake Runestad. Visit CarolinaVoices.org for more information and to purchase tickets.
U.S. National Whitewater Center
The sixth annual Time Laps 24-Hour and mental endurance to the test
Stumptown Park, Matthews, NC
The
of
Irving Berlin, featuring "We Can
and hard of hearing. Tickets start at just $24.50. Visit BlumenthalArts.org
St. John’s Baptist Church
Fest
as you and your team race for a
Matthews is a family-friendly event
annual
Beach
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beginning on the evening of Friday,
challenges teams to earn as many
May 10 and ending on the evening
points as possible within a 24-hour
of Saturday, May 11. There will be live
time period. The race begins on
music, delicious food, carnival rides,
Friday, May 17 and finishes the fol-
arts and crafts, shag dancing and a
lowing evening at 7 p.m.
kids' inflatable village.
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a cocktail hour, a seated dinner,
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