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AHAS Doctors of Audiology LLC
AHAS Doctors of Audiology
803 E. 68th St. 912.351.3038 • 912.598.0616 Locations also in Pooler, Statesboro and The Village on Skidaway Island 912.598.0616 (Skidaway Island direct) ahassavannah.com
From left: Casey Allen, AuD; Cori Palmer, AuD; Susan Timna, AuD; Katy Laws, AuD; Sara King, AuD OUR MISSION: is to improve a patient’s quality of life by improving their hearing health and addressing their communication needs. Better hearing means better overall wellness. Untreated hearing loss has been linked to dementia, increased fatigue and increased depression. Our award-winning team of Doctors of Audiology has been serving Savannah for more than 30 years.
WE HEAR YOU: when you say that your hearing loss is not always noticeable to you, but your family and friends are complaining. Hearing loss typically presents itself by not understanding the conversation, especially when there is competing noise or people talking in the background. What is not so commonly known is that studies show that untreated hearing loss leads to earlier memory problems and cognitive decline. WE ADVISE YOU: to visit us for a hearing test to get a baseline of your hearing and to discuss your communication needs, from not understanding the TV to not hearing your loved ones. It is important that you see an actual Doctor of Audiology to diagnose and remediate your hearing problems and guide you through a sea of misinformation.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP: you get back the clarity of speech or give you the appropriate referral if your loss can be medically treated. There is a vast array of related medical problems that have links to hearing loss that are missed due to patients thinking that hearing loss is natural as we get older. e o er complimentary in o fice hearin screenings, consultations and demonstrations of the newest in hearing health technology. ENT physicians available by appointment.
Realty One Group Inclusion
912.298.7200 • 7025 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Unit A • searchhomesinsavannah.com
Standing, from left: Cathy Rodgers, Kim Shaw, Shelly La’Monica, Karen Krupp, Susan Ross,Chelsey O’Herron, Bonnie Whittle, Janet Howard, Ann Marie Neill, Nicolette Leasa, Andresa Mueller, Rolonda Hunter, Rebecca Wayman, Krissie Laird, Anna Bunton, Jodi Clark, Logan Fox Sitting, from left: Susan Dailey, Alison Smith, Cathy Cason, Tanner Stratton, Laurie Florance, Kim Rodenburg, Laura Celaya, Sharita Lal, Kathleen Linzey, Claudia Alexander, Meredith Gibson, Elizabeth Gantt, Anne Gantt, Angela Peer
WE ARE: a dynamic group of real estate professionals with an innovative and supportive real estate brokerage behind us. Together, we deliver unsurpassed concierge-level service to all our clients. We empower our buyers and sellers by utilizing cutting-edge tools and advanced technology needed to adapt in this evolving marketplace.
WE HAVE FUN: whenever we get together, either virtually or in-person, to support one another and our business. We understand the value of active volunteerism. We seek opportunities to connect with the community by coming together as a team to make a positive impact. We believe that giving is receiving and that by changing lives we impact our own.
WE ARE PROUD OF: being much more than our brand name “Inclusion.” In Savannah, we embody inclusion in both our diversity of agents and our representation of all consumers. We are knowledgeable professionals who can confidently ide and service the novice homebuyer, the luxury market of both buyers and sellers and the seasoned real estate investor. Above all else, we represent all our clients with integrity.
OUR SECRET WEAPON: is a culture of supportive and diverse agents who work together to provide our clients with the best resources, industry knowledge and forward-thinking marketing to reach their real estate goals. OUR VISION: is to take risks, be bold, seize the day and respect others and the world around us. Remember, your circumstances will change, people will change, and you willchange. So be open to it, embrace it, live it. Everyone matters — everyone’s voice, everyone’s dreams. We all have ONE life to live, ONE chance to make it mean something and ONE opportunity to live with no regrets.
WE ARE THANKFUL FOR: this beautiful, eclectic city that we get to live in and represent as ambassadors to clients from around the world every day. We are grateful to be able to showcase our hometown or adopted city and its unique personality and help o r clients find the perfect place to call home.
Goodwill Southeast Georgia
From left: Laura Villegas, Vice President, Human Resources and Compliance; Jessica Callaway-Penny, Vice President, Donated Goods Retail; Valarie Wiles, Vice President, Information Technology; Veronica Styron, Vice President, Mission Services GOODWILL SOUTHEAST GEORGIA IS: a complex and diverse social enterprise. We support our mission to help individuals overcome barriers to sustainable employment.
MY MISSION IS TO:
Empower and inspire people to achieve their greatest personal and professional potential. – Villegas e the est in ence and e ample or my daughters, family and teammates. – Wiles
I ADMIRE WOMEN WHO:
Are passionate about making a positive impact on people and their community. – Villegas Support other women in achieving their goals. – Styron Have big dreams, strong drive and determination. – Wiles Use their voice and strength to advocates for others and lift others up. – Callaway-Penny
MY TOOLS OF THE TRADE ARE:
perseverance, accountability, a work-life balance and a good cup of coffee. – Styron
I LEAD BY: the principles of servant leadership. I believe that we have the responsibility to encourage and lift others up to make the biggest impact. – Callaway-Penny
I’M MOST PROUD OF: my bachelor’s and master s de rees as m the first eneration in my family to obtain a college degree. – Villegas
I HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: speak up and stand up for themselves, stay strong through life’s journey and don’t let anyone tell them that they aren’t great. – Wiles
Courtney Victor
GLOW MEDICAL SPA AND BEAUTY BOUTIQUE
912.303.9611 • 415 Eisenhower Drive #6 912.349.3690 • 3 E. Perry St. glowsavannah.com
The Glow MedSpa team has won Savannah magazine’s Best of Savannah for 13 years in a row. From left, front: Mary Kate Robertson, Brittney Jasien, Courtney Victor, Eden Bates, Vanessa Delisle; back: Sophia Antonellis, Paige Nelson, Madison Wilkins, Joyce Chan, Ragan Gaskin, Jacqueline Mains, Mary Douglass Hallman, Sydney Jaeger MY MISSION: is to help women feel empowered and confident and se any pro essional s ccess achieve to ive ack and improve the lives o others.
OUR PATIENTS CHOOSE US BECAUSE: the c stomer service e perience and the services and prod ct reakthro hs we o er at low are the watermarks or medical aesthetics.
I LEAD BY: ein interactive and y ein a visionary. am so rate l to e s rro nded y wonder l women every time walk into work and stron ly enco ra e my team to share their ideas and inspirations. e strive to make low the est it can e to ether.
I HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: remem er to take time or themselves. omen lead s ch sy stress l lives o ten providin or other people in so many ways. hey need to remem er to prioriti e themselves.
MOST PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW: we are ranked in the op percent o all oto and filler acco nts in the co ntry. e do more oto and fillers than other acco nts which p ts s in the op acco nts in eor ia. e are also amon the op lar est Hydra acial acco nts in eor ia. am so pro d o my teams or not st the antity t the ality o care they provide.
I AM MOST PROUD THAT: as we cele rate o r th year in siness o r ama in s pporters have made it possi le or s to donate and ive ack more than to local nonprofits.
–Answers provided by Courtney Victor
Engel & Völkers Savannah
912.238.0874 • savannah.evrealestate.com 31 W. Congress St. • 1650 E. Victory Drive
Bottom: Thabo Hall, Caitlin Carter, Kimberly Pelletier, Broker/License Partner Jessica Kelly, Monika Bryant, Amber Holt, Ramona Minter; back: Natalie Schroder, Farrell Click, Donna Davis, Melody Rodriguez, Fran Belloir, Esther Goossens, Julie Evans, Kimberly Ergul, Danni Powers, Kellie Mctrye, Lana Sanders, Victoria Turner, Ashley Behlke; on stairs: Sarah Pounders, Kelly Bittinger, Lisa White, Nadia Pidgeon, Sheena Norris OUR CORE VALUES ARE: competence, e cl sivity and passion these define o r real estate firm. here is a sin le vision shared y those who represent n el lkers worldwide to link the aspirations o discernin individ als aro nd the world e it in a private or siness conte t with total passion. OUR BUSINESS: is a ll service residential real estate rokera e firm speciali in in avannah and its coastal comm nities. e are n el lkers a premier lo al real estate company o nded in rope in . n el lkers now operates property shops in nations. y partnerin o r local o ti e real estate firm with n el lkers we have the a ility to market homes across a lo al network o a filiates increasin e pos re amon individ als within an e cl sive international a dience.
WE ARE PROUD OF: havin st een reco ni ed as one o the ation s est rokera es in y eal rends
OUR MISSION: is ellin avannah to the world e are e traordinary award winnin sinesswomen who en oy sharin o r love o avannah o r knowled e o the ho sin market and the investment opport nities o r ea ti l city o ers.
OUR CREATIVE TEAM: helps clients discover the e citement s rro ndin their ne t move whether it s their first home or a l rio s p rade. r trainin and marketin capa ilities ens re that o r advisors can competently meet yo r real estate needs. e will develop a c stomi ed real estate strate y and provide speciali ed services that will work or yo and yo r property.
Great Oaks Bank
Savannah: 912.445.6861 7426 Hodgson Memorial Drive Pooler: 912.450.6257 2100 Pooler Parkway Richmond Hill: 912.445.6868 42 Town Centre Drive greatoaks.bank
From left: Katharine Miller, mortgage loan originator; Jeanine Thompson, Pooler market executive; Jennifer Fanning, mortgage loan originator; Kristi Davis, commercial relationship manager WE ARE: the new community bank growing in Savannah. Although we are relatively new to this market, Great Oaks Bank has been serving customers across Georgia since 1934. We are excited to expand our footprint to provide exceptional service to Savannah, Pooler and Richmond Hill with the best local bankers around.
OUR MISSION: is to “Grow Your Legacy” – financially pro essionally and or enerations to come.
WHAT SETS US APART: is our passion for community banking. Your banker is whom yo see in the o fice to whom yo talk on the phone and who is out supporting the greater Savannah community. There are no 800 numbers at Great Oaks Bank, just real people assisting our customers.
OUR CLIENTS CHOOSE US BECAUSE: we provide warm, friendly, responsive customer service, banking products designed to meet the needs of small businesses and families and true relationship banking.
WE LEAD BY: encouraging each other and mentoring the next generation of female bankers. This profession is historically maledominated, so we have had to work harder to have a seat at the table. We want to continue to promote and grow the future female bankers in the greater Savannah area.
WE ADMIRE WOMEN WHO: encourage and mentor each other personally and professionally. Balancing family, community and business is a struggle all women face. Supporting each other inside and outside of the o fice is the key to all o o r s ccess.
Hancock Askew & Co.
ACCOUNTANTS AND ADVISORS
912.234.8243 • 100 Riverview Drive fice i eorgia a d orida a coc a e .com
From left: Claire McCarthy, Aya Maeda, Kristi Lowenthal, Susan Clifford, Carolyn McIntosh, Beth Lanier, Michelle Lewis, Kate Haslam OUR MISSION: is to be passionately engaged in what is est or yo and p t yo first. o First” is the compass that guides our decisions, our practices and our culture with our clients, employees and within o r comm nity.
OUR REAL JOB DESCRIPTION IS: hardworkin women in the o fice and at home. e are CPAs, partners, directors, managers and siness advisors. e are also wives mothers da hters sisters and so m ch more. e wear many hats and do o r very est in each role.
THE SECRET TO GOOD BUSINESS IN
SAVANNAH: is to nvest in elationships as one o o r firm s ndamentals says. ettin to know our clients on a more personal level and nderstandin what s important to them is what enables us to successfully be their tr sted advisors in siness. WE LEAD BY: being empathetic with others. e nderstand the di erence o showin empathy vers s sympathy. By being sensitive to the feelings and needs of both our team members and o r clients we ve een a le to drive one another forward and have created long lastin relationships.
WE’RE PROUD OF: our ever-growing female leadership team across all our o fices in eor ia and lorida. ive o o r Hancock skew o. partners are women, including our Savannah fice ana in artner arolyn c ntosh. e re pro d to e a company that recognizes the achievements and contributions of women not only to our firm t also to the acco ntin pro ession as a whole.
Dale Parker
J. PARKER LTD
912.335.1439 Downtown: 20 W. Broughton St. 12 Oaks Shopping Center: 5500 Abercorn St. Plant Riverside District: 300 W. River St., Ste. 6C Old Town Bluffton: Coming Fall 2022 jparkerltd.com
I AM MOST PROUD OF: my daughter, Taylor, who is a high school English teacher and coach. I’m also proud of the friendships I gained from my coaching career at Savannah Country Day as well as the expansion we’re currently experiencing with J. Parker in my second career.
THE SECRET TO MY SUCCESS IS:
surrounding yourself with good people. A great network of people you can trust and lean on at work and in your personal life is invaluable.
WHAT I LOOK FORWARD TO MOST IN
THE FUTURE: are the surprises, of course. Who would’ve thought we’d open three additional stores in the last three years? The thought of opening one later this year in Bluffton is so exciting!
MY FAVORITE THING ABOUT SAVANNAH:
is living on the coast and being on the boat or at the beach. I also love the great variety of restaurants (and wine!) we have.
I ADMIRE WOMEN WHO: give their best every day and are not afraid of a challenge.
THE BEST BUSINESS ADVICE I’VE EVER RECEIVED: comes from way back, to the business that I truly know — coaching. You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take.
CLIENTS DO BUSINESS WITH US BECAUSE:
we have been around since 1972, and our attention to detail and personal service continues 50 years later.
I HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: discover the new ladies’ apparel in all three of our stores.
The Leadership Center
DR. M. LOUISE WALTERS, CEO PhD, MSM, BS, IOM
THE LEADERSHIP CENTER’S MISSION:
inspiring organization and leadership excellence.
OUR BIGGEST CHALLENGES: are visibility and awareness. Many people don’t yet know that The Leadership Center team manages nonprofi t or ani ations and that we cons lt and advise leaders vol nteers and sta s o nonprofi t ro ps sinesses overnment a encies and academia. onprofi t ro ps impact every aspect o o r world and o r team helps them achieve their goals.
THE SECRETS TO HAVING A SUCCESSFUL
BUSINESS: is ein e i le c rio s honest enco ra in knowled e learnin rom disappointments, celebrating achievements, remem erin o r roots and mentorin t re leaders. I’M VERY PROUD OF: earning my PhD last year. t complements my years as a s ect matter e pert in creatin rowin mana in and tro leshootin nonprofi ts and or ani ations.
MY MANAGEMENT STYLE IS: oc sed and collaborative. I’m an experienced problem solver and consens s ilder who leads y listenin anticipatin and idin .
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: ll time part time interim mana ement cons ltin needs assessments, leadership development, crisis mana ement and tro leshootin s ccession plannin t ne ps t rnaro nds and fi in roken or ani ations ed cation and trainin strate ic plan and siness plan acilitation and orientations overnance doc ment review opinion s rveys and or ani ation and operation analysis.
Lesley Francis
LESLEY FRANCIS PUBLIC RELATIONS INC.
W: 912.417.LFPR C: 912.429.3950 11258 Ford Ave. #2, Richmond Hill lesleyfrancispr.com
From left: Hollie Barnidge, Allie Robinson, Crystal Vogel, Kristyn Fielding, Shelby McKee, Sally Whitehead, Lesley Francis OUR MISSION: is to become an extension of our clients’ organizations, learn about what they want to achieve and design and execute marketing and outreach programs to accomplish their goals. Our approach is to get print, broadcast, digital, in-person events and social media all working together to make a lasting impact on target audiences.
I AM MOST PROUD OF: my team of dedicated, hardworking, loyal and professional women who work with me every day. A huge shout-out to Hollie, Kristyn, Allie, Crystal, Sally, Shelby, Emily and Mary – thanks for your great work and exceptional commitment!
I STAY INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITY
BY: donatin my time and skills to nonprofit organizations in the region. I sold my large PR business in London just before the economic downturn of 2008. When I came to Savannah in 2009, I was determined to pay it forward and serve my community. We donate 20 percent o o r illa le time to nonprofit or anizations. I am a past president of our local Rotary Club, have served on many local and regional boards and am currently a member of the advisory board of the United Way.
I’VE DISCOVERED THAT: there are no short c ts and one si e does not fit all. ective marketing programs must be tailored to meet each client s specific needs and d et. We work hard to build initiatives that punch above their weight to give the best possible return on investment. We take an integrated approach and measure our performance on tangible, documented results.
–Answers provided by Lesley Francis, owner
Low Country Dermatology
912.354.1018 6510 Waters Ave. lcderm.com
From left: Kaitlyn Smith, LME; Caroline Turner, FNP-C; Corinne Howington, MD; Elizabeth Brennan, PA-C; Haley Spring, LME MY MISSION: is to give every patient a good e perience in o r o fice. e want patients to leave with a etter nderstandin o the condition that ro ht them in as well as their c stomi ed treatment. – Howington
THE SECRET TO HAVING A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS IN SAVANNAH IS:
r st. sta lishin tr st with yo r patients is a m st especially in the esthetics field. – Spring ood c stomer service. yo make yo r patients happy they will come ack and tell their riends. they have a pro lem make it ri ht. eep an open line o comm nication so that patients know how to reach yo and have the est sta . – Brennan
WHEN I’M NOT IN THE OFFICE: am pro a ly o tdoors hikin swimmin or kayakin . – Smith
I KNEW I WANTED TO PRACTICE
DERMATOLOGY: rom watchin my dad also a dermatolo ist r n a s ccess l
practice. – Howington
I HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: wear se hi h ality skin care and sched le ann al skin checks. – Turner
I ADMIRE WOMEN WHO: can m ltitask and keep a ood attit de. t is not easy to hold a ll time o and have a amily. t takes a lot o patience and or ani ation. hey serve as role models or all o s. – Brennan
I’M MOST THANKFUL FOR: my da hters my do cker the o fice s Happiness oordinator and my practice
– Howington
NAWIC
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION COASTAL GEORGIA CHAPTER #380
nawiccoastalga.org
Front: Rebecca Fenwick, Ethos Preservation; Robin Grenchik, Custom Cabinets; Anne Smith, Lominack Kolman Smith Architects; middle: Jamie Gillis, Custom Cabinets; Haley Walker, Shamrock+; Diana Morrison, Advertising Specialty Services; Tess Stuber, Atlanta Gas Light; Erin Clay, W. Projects; Sherry Reed-Schaff, Comfort Systems USA; Caitlyn Huls, Reeves; back: Emmy Ray, Alair Homes; Kelly Gubenko, Omega Construction; Paige Henderson, JH Decks & Fences; Jessica Leavitt, Alair Homes; Jordan Hardy, White Electrical Construction Company; Tonya Reed, Henry Plumbing; Jenna Watkins, Vantosh Realty Group; Cyerra Britt, Gibson Good Tools; Mae Bowley, Re:Purpose Savannah; Kiersten Connor, JTVS WE ARE: the local chapter of an international association of women employed in construction that promotes the industry and supports the advancement of women within it. The National Association of Women in onstr ction is an international nonprofit organization of more than 7,000 women in hundreds of chapters worldwide.
OUR MISSION: is to support women in the construction industry through professional development, business opportunity, community outreach and mentoring programs.
WE’RE PROUD OF: paying it forward. Young women need encouragement to find the career path o their dreams. e care. We mentor. We give. NAWIC chapters award millions of dollars in scholarships to students pursuing construction-related studies each year. Our ongoing NAWIC Scholarship Fund supports young women at Windsor Forest High School and Savannah Technical College who are pursuing careers in construction. That’s what “Building the Future” looks like to us.
THE SECRET TO GOOD BUSINESS IN
SAVANNAH: is to suit up, show up and always keep your word. A good reputation is earned because doing great work well isn’t easy. The road to success is always under construction!
THE TOOLS OF OUR TRADE: are utilizing the latest technology, a quick mind to create and problem solve anything, grit, guts and patience so we can challenge the status quo. We love what we do!
Kendall Beene & Erin Lambright
NEW YOGA NOW
912.777.5615 • 3131A Bull St. newyoganow.com • @newyoganow
From left: Co-owners Kendall Beene, E-RYT, and Erin Lambright OUR TOOLS OF THE TRADE ARE: meditation practice (our secret weapon for staying grounded), a paper calendar (hanging a iant calendar in o r o fice has een a ame changer for keeping weeks organized in one tan i le place and smartwatches to mana e time in our classes and respond to messages).
WE ARE MOST THANKFUL FOR: our s pportive comm nity o mem ers. e had st cele rated o r one year anniversary when the pandemic shut us down in March 2020. e immediately pivoted and learned how to o er online classes t there was a h e learning curve in terms of everything from the ality o o r e ipment to the n m er o classes we co ld o er. any o o r mem ers stayed with us, encouraged us, took online classes and even donated money that allowed us to upgrade our equipment.
WE ARE MOST PROUD OF OUR: incredi le staff! Our vision was to create a space for teachers to share authentically from the heart. his can e tricky witho t losin the sense of consistency and unity that is so important in o r line o siness. e have een a sol tely deli hted to watch o r ama in teachers grow in their own ways while still nderstandin what it takes to e a team with a shared mission.
MOST PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED WHEN
THEY LEARN THAT: Kendall loves spreadsheets; Erin is the creative one! endall is com orta le helpin her da hter with al e ra and workin as an editorial assistant for a medical writer, while Erin spends her free time crafting and creating. o can even find rin s or eo s ewelry for sale in the studio.
Elise Higgins
ORIGIN COFFEE BAR
origincoffee.bar hello@origincoffee.bar
MY MISSION: is to make an impact in the world of coffee and, most importantly, make an impact here in the city of Savannah. Using Origin as a vehicle to love and serve others will always be the goal.
MY MOTTO: is you can’t ever succeed witho t first ailin . o ail o ten ail hard and be proud that you dared to suck at something.
I ADMIRE WOMEN WHO: are hardworking, h m le and sel ess. he tr est e ample I have is my mom, Kelly. I admire her with everything in me, and I hope to show people the same love and care she has always shown me.
I STAY INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITY BY:
using Origin as a platform to serve others. During the past year, we have been learning to make bread. We have been able to use all of our samples to make lunches for the homeless. In addition to this, we have been working with Inspiritus to hire refugees to help them transition to li e in the . . o serve our community in these ways has been one of our greatest honors, and I can’t wait to see how it grows.
I’M MOST THANKFUL FOR: my husband and co-owner, Matt. Since day one, he has been my champion, and I couldn’t do this without him. He is a massive part of our success, and I’m so grateful for all of the time and talent he has poured into Origin.
Amy Schuman
SCHUMAN SIGNATURE REALTY
C: 912.441.6551 O: 912.410.9119 114 Canal St., Ste. 602, Pooler amyschuman.com
I BELIEVE: that every client is unique and deserves a one-on-one relationship with my full attention. With that as my top focus, I have sold nearly $80 million of local real estate and have developed many lasting relationships with clients and their families. I take pride in each client and show this by providing them with several guarantee programs that eliminate the typical risks associated with buying or selling properties, such as the “Never Be Homeless Guarantee,” which is crucial in today’s market.
MY LOCAL HEROINE: is Malena Stone, the founder of PACK (People of Action Caring or ids a nonprofit or ani ation that eeds local children. Malena inspires me daily as I watch her as a professional, wife and a mother. he finds the time to provide or the local community as well as be a mother to her three oys and ama in wi e to her h s and Dr. Dudley Stone. Go to packsavannah.com to find o t more a o t how alena eeds hungry children in Savannah.
BEST BUSINESS ADVICE I EVER RECEIVED:
was to come from a place of contribution. When we contribute to a situation and do for others, we take the focus off of ourselves. It’s di fic lt to worry a o t o r tro les when we are engaged in helping someone else.
I GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY BY:
serving on the Board of Directors for PACK, serving at my local church, Compassion Christian Church, and sponsoring onfident omen onfident e a local or ani ation that empowers women and girls to be the best version of themselves confidentwomanconfidentme.com .
The Heritage Bank
Elaine S. Hartog (left): 912.354.8529 Jordan Struble (right): 912.232.2976 620 Stephenson Ave. the-heritage-bank.com
MY REAL JOB DESCRIPTION: is a mother, banker, wife, anthropology student, photographer, sister and daughter. That is the beauty of being a woman in business now; we get to be all that we want to be! –Hartog
MY MISSION: is to build long-lasting relationships with my clients. I want to listen and learn about what they do and are striving for and to truly be a partner in helping them become successful. –Struble
MY LOCAL HEROINE:
The late Eleanor “Sandy” Torrey West. Often referred to as the woman who saved an island, Ms. West was an extraordinary woman who left an immeasurable wake in my life. As a child who frequented Ossabaw Island from a yo n a e learned firsthand the meanin of tenacity and perseverance. –Hartog My mother, who surrounded me with love and support my entire childhood, all the while juggling being a military wife to a constantly deployed spouse, an actively involved mother and a successful businesswoman. We joke about how I’ve followed in her footsteps in the banking industry (she’s been in banking for almost 30 years). –Struble
I’M THANKFUL FOR:
My family, who is my support system. I would not be where I am today without their love, s pport and sacrifices. onstant praise and encouragement from other women in business has also been crucial. Women encouraging women is where it all starts. –Struble
My mother for her unwavering support. I could not have asked for a better example of how to be a working mom! –Hartog
Coldwell Banker Access Realty
912.352.1222 6349 Abercorn St. mycbhomes.com
From left: Beverly Sheppard, Sarah Conneff, Karen H. Thomas, Jane Beare, Kim Hansley, Christine King, Tina Gann, Lyn McCuen WE ARE: a successful group of professional women who are experts in real estate in avannah ooler ichmond Hill fin ham County and areas beyond. We are your trusted advisors with unparalleled integrity and local market knowledge, all combined with the advantage of the global Coldwell Banker brand and the exceptional marketing power behind it.
WE PROVIDE: results by creating strategic marketing and pricing strategies that maximize your home’s marketability, aimed at selling your home in the shortest time possible at the most favorable price. When purchasing, we guide you every step o the way to find the home o yo r dreams by helping you negotiate the best terms and conditions that meet your real estate goals.
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING WE DO:
for our clients is offer expert guidance. If you could live anywhere, where would it be? With today’s home values, this is the perfect time to make your dream a reality. “Guiding You Home” is not just what we do, it’s who we are. We love being able to impact our clients’ lives personally. Our greatest satisfaction comes from making a difference and helping our clients achieve their goals and dreams. That is the true measure of our success!
CLIENTS CHOOSE TO DO BUSINESS WITH
US: because we are experienced, loyal, trustworthy agents who are a part of Coldwell anker ccess ealty with o fices in South Carolina and Georgia. We are wellequipped to provide exceptional support and unsurpassed marketing tools in real estate.
Refine Savannah
912.944.8751 11550 Abercorn St. refi e ava a .com
From left: co-owners Janie Futch, BSN, RN, and Martina Kolovich, MSN, AGNP OUR MISSION: is to empower inner confidence in a way that potentiates a etter ality o li e.
OUR REAL JOB DESCRIPTION IS: pro lem solvers. n the early sta es it was simply st acial and aesthetic pro lems. ow as o r siness contin es to row there are constant pro lems that arise. t s the nat re o any siness east. hese are the steps we m st ace in order to contin e to take o r siness and patient e perience to the ne t level.
WE ARE THANKFUL FOR: tr st primarily o r patient s tr st. t s so val a le and rare in o r c rrent world and what it tr ly takes to e cel in the aesthetic siness. econd the tr st o r sta has p t into s and carryin o t o r mission. r a ility as a team to stay id and adapta le in s ch a chan in world has een a h e lessin to o r siness and the patients we serve.
WE HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: nderstand that there is a societal sti ma a ainst takin care o yo rsel and wantin to look and eel etter. t is st that a sti ma that needs to e redefined. eali in that as a society we are lar ely naware o these proced res their act al realistic o tcomes and who is capa le o receivin them re ires a paradi m shi t in the ind stry. hat o is p to s in the ind stry and how we ed cate o r patients and se o r social plat orms. esthetic proced res can and sho ld e accessi le to all.
WE ADMIRE WOMEN WHO: are not a raid to r e eathers.
Rhonda R. Oliver, CPC
COASTAL EAR, NOSE & THROAT, LLC
Savannah: 912.355.2335 322 Commercial Drive Pooler: 912.450.2336 200 Blue Moon Crossing coastal-ent.com
From left: Beth B. Abbott; Rhonda R. Oliver, BS, HCM, CPC; Ashley D. Williams MY JOURNEY BEGAN: in 1988 at an entrylevel position in healthcare that carried me to 2009 as CFO and co-founder of Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat with my husband, Dr. David Oliver. I received a degree in healthcare management and obtained credentials with the American Academy of Professional Coders in practice management, coding and billing. These steps, along with being involved in specialty organizations, networking and monitoring changes in the evolving healthcare industry, have allowed me to optimize the development of our practice.
THE SECRETS TO A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS
ARE: the three “As” of success – availability, affability and ability. We must be available for our patients’ needs, care for our patients in a pleasant, affable way and be able to provide a lfillin patient e perience.
I’M MOST THANKFUL FOR: our staff (who receive compliments on their friendliness and caring nature), our patients (who trust us with their healthcare needs) and our providers (who deliver state-of-the-art care for adult and pediatric ear, nose and throat conditions, allergies, hearing and sinus CT imaging).
I’M MOST PROUD OF: our warm, inviting, beautiful facility, which includes a separate childrens’ room and a nursing room that offers a peaceful place to breastfeed after a tongue tie release.
I HOPE WOMEN WILL: understand success is not dependent on a college degree alone. o many other reso rces and e periences are necessary to be successful. Be involved in career organizations, give back to the community and create time for yourself and family.
Nikki Petitt
SAVANNAH BLINDS SHUTTERS AND SHADES
912.224.0459 5500 White Bluff Road savannahblinds.com
MY CLIENTS CHOOSE TO DO BUSINESS
WITH ME BECAUSE: I offer a personal touch to each appointment. Our clients deserve just as much of a custom experience as their project.
I ADMIRE WOMEN WHO: have found the balance between being strong mothers, leaders and individual selves. I think it’s really hard to master work-life balance, and I’m working my hardest to balance everything for myself, my family and my business.
MOST PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED WHEN
THEY LEARN: that da le in olfin and fishin . o can catch me practicin or upcoming tournaments in both.
I’M MOST PROUD OF: my team. e ectin over the past year we ve rown exponentially. It has really forced our mental m scles to e and has p shed s to work more closely together. Much of the team has had to adapt to new duties and roles given the growth we’ve witnessed. It hasn’t been an easy transition, but if it wasn’t for everyone’s adaptable spirit, we would be in trouble.
WHAT KEEPS ME GOING: is positive feedback from the community. The momentum we’ve witnessed during the pandemic has been a whirlwind. And I’m super excited and grateful to be selected as Best Blinds and Shutter Company and Best Window Treatment Company in the 2022 Best of Savannah HOMES reader survey.
WE SPECIALIZE IN: custom interior window treatments, awnings and storm protection. We advise, measure and install your projects.
Savannah Magazine
Editorial: 912.652.0297 Advertising: 912.652.0294 Marketing/Circulation: 912.652.0293 1375 Chatham Parkway savannahmagazine.com
From left, front: Jane Townsend, Catherine Wooditch, Sara Watson, Morgan Crolley; back: Melanie Schmermund, Rebecca Hrizuk, Anita Hagin, Holly Todd, Jill Strauss; not pictured: Lane Pelliccione OUR MISSION: is to celebrate the new and enduring voices of our city’s culture, commerce and creative community.
OUR REAL JOBS ARE BEING: curators of Savannah culture. Natives and newcomers on our staff are all avid, active ambassadors of the unparalleled Savannah lifestyle.
WE ARE PROUD OF: being Savannah’s premier city magazine for 33 years. Each year, we publish six Savannah magazines, three HOMES issues, our annual Southern Coastal Weddings and a variety of publications for the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce.
OUR FAVORITE DAYS: are when we hear from readers and partners who say someone pointed them out in a story or turned to them after seeing their advertisement. Or when an article or cover is shared or tagged on Instagram. Or when a transplant calls for a recommendation for a doctor, restaurant or interior designer and wants a copy of our annual Best of Savannah reader surveys. Long before social media, Savannah magazine was and remains the real avannah in encer.
MOST PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED WHEN THEY
LEARN: that we helped create the best-selling avor o eopold s ce ream. n honor o o r 25th anniversary, we teamed up with Leopold’s to create “Savannah Socialite.” Naming this concoction of chocolate, bourbon-infused caramel and pecans was as fun as the taste tests!
WE HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: buy local. By supporting local shops, restaurants and business professionals and services, you are investing in on our community.
Savannah Plastic Surgery
From left: Barbara L. Davies, MD FACS, and Karen Bouchard, PA-C, Aesthetic Physician Assistant I HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: realize nothing makes a woman more beautiful than the belief she has in herself. – Davies
MY CLIENTS DO BUSINESS WITH ME BECAUSE: I am honest and meticulous. I study their faces and take the time to understand their facial movements and shapes. I utilize my background in art to provide natural, balanced, beautiful
results. – Bouchard
THE GREATEST COMPLIMENT I EVER
RECEIVED FROM A PATIENT WAS: that t rned a ood marria e into a terrific marriage. I had a patient who was extremely insecure about her body and would never let her husband turn the lights on when they were together. That changed considerably after her breast augmentation. – Davies
MY TOOLS OF THE TRADE: are all the injectables, including Restylane, Juvederm, Botox/Dysport, Sculptra, Radiesse, multiple laser platforms and medical- grade skincare. – Bouchard
MY PERSONAL BEAUTY SECRET: is always take care of your skin! Keep your daily beauty regimen fairly simple. I use medical grade products twice daily and keep my skin rejuvenated by getting procedures at regular intervals with our estheticians and injector specialist. – Davies
Thompson Chiropractic & Wellness Center
912.231.3220 • 600 E. Broughton St. 912.295.5440 • 5717 Ga. 21, Rincon dramythompson.com
From left: Anamarie Lynch; Kara Marshall; Meredith Thomas LMT; Dr. Amy Thompson DC; Kimberly Morales LMT; Milli Ferguson; Melissa Kopf; Paulette Patterson LMT MY MISSION: is to bring better health and a better way of life to my patients by teaching and practicing the true principles of chiropractic wellness care.
I’VE LEARNED THE HARD WAY THAT: part of achieving a reasonable work/life balance is learning to ask for help. I’ve always taken pride in my independence, but as a working mom running multiple businesses, I know the importance of having an experienced, capable team in place. I am so fortunate to have found excellent staff who help ensure that my patients have the best possible experience once they walk through our doors.
THE BEST BUSINESS ADVICE I EVER
RECEIVED: was to surround myself with people who know more than I do. I’ve tried to do that in all areas of my life. Although I trust my instincts, I also believe that being intellectually curious and open to learning from others is the key to professional success and personal growth.
I’M THANKFUL FOR: my amazing patients and wonderful family and friends who support and encourage me. Seeing the positive change that chiropractic can make in people’s lives day in and day out has brought me so much joy. I’m thankful to be in a profession that gives me the ability to truly make a difference by improving people’s quality of life.
I HOPE MORE WOMEN WILL: feel empowered to chase their dreams, create the lives they envision and take care of themselves first y takin char e o their health.
–Answers provided by Dr. Amy Thompson, DC
Sound View Wealth Advisors LLC
912.239.4630 • svadvice.com 1 Skidaway Village Walk, Ste. 201
Standing, from left: Rebekah Hoffman, Molly Lanier, Nina-Kate Brackett, Crystal Montoya, Melanie Kincade; seated, from left: Noelle Gauthier, Helen Marshall, Melissa Bouchillon OUR MISSION: is to help you navigate all aspects o yo r financial li e. e are fid ciaries who are le ally and ethically o li ated to p t o r clients est interests ahead o o r own. he sole oc s o o nd iew ealth dvisors is o r clients financial well ein .
WHEN WE ARE NOT IN THE OFFICE: we stay active y r nnin in local races takin eloton fitness classes oin to re arre and playin tennis. ther ho ies that keep s sy are akin oatin paintin crochetin and ardenin .
WE STAY INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITY
BY: partnerin with local or ani ations and charities that have si nificant meanin to o r team. r ana in artner elissa o chillon serves on local oards incl din avannah sic estival and he andin s amily ilitary elie nd. e also en oy s pportin the andin s rt ssociation el air se ms iwanis o kidaway nion ission merica s econd Harvest o oastal eor ia s ids a e san . omen and a e helter.
WE ARE MOST THANKFUL THAT: we contin e to add to o r team o empowered women and work as a team to make a di erence in people s lives y ein their tr sted advisors. ehind every s ccess l woman is a tri e o other s ccess l women who have her ack.
OUR CLIENTS CHOOSE TO DO BUSINESS
WITH US BECAUSE: they know we always p t them first. e are involved in every aspect o their financial pict re and help them chart their co rse with a so nd financial plan.
