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Tessa’s Table: Entertain with Elegant Ease

For the past two pandemic years, one name kept popping up in conversations and on social media as adoring fans were raving about the beautifully artful grazing boards from Tessa’s Table. As small social gatherings became the norm, hostesses wanted something easy and delicious to serve. So, Tessa McAuliff stepped up to create dozens of riffs on traditional charcuterie — and now she’s on to bigger things.

Celebration of Mothers

In honor of those women who nurture, comfort, carry, raise and love children, readers contributed their stories of precious and enduring bonds. Motherhood also means never sitting down, never having a warm meal, and lots of tears to get through the day (and wine), but unconditional true love greater than the biggest highs, a life of laughs, being proud daily, and so many kisses and hugs.

Gracious Gestures — Gifts for the Season For mothers, besties, brides and more, here are some of the best bets from local boutiques including The House on Lang, Frank, The Monogram Merchant, YAY! Tiny Shop, Maffrey’s, Oxford Eyes, Tuni, Walk On Water, The Grove, Clementine and Monkee’s of Winter Park.

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on the cover:

Tessa McAuliff photographed at her home by Amalie Orrange, The Branded Boss Lady (thebrandedbosslady.com). Story on page 60.

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THE LIST

People, places and things: Sizzling summer fun is on the radar and it’s time to replenish

your entertaining and celebrating supplies at The Hunt in Winter Park; Take your heirloom or outdated jewels from past to present with an update from a local jewelry designer; Three fashionable daytime events are calling for stylish philanthropists to join them for fabulous fun with a dose of doing good; Women to Watch: Camille Evans and Hope Newsome are doing it their way — as accomplished attorneys, business owners, community advocates, and most importantly, moms; Sharon Hagle returns from space with a renewed vision for SpaceKids Global.

BEAUTY, BODY & SPIRIT

Cosmetics take their cue from the delicate scents and strong hues of the beloved rose; May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and Dr. Dimitry Palceski shares safe sunning tips; Cherlette McCullough, MA, LMFT, encourages women to R.E.S.T. Recharge, Energy, Silence, Take-off for wellbeing; Your annual well-woman exam is crucial to your whole health, so what should you be asking your provider?

TASTES & EXPERIENCES

AGENDA

GIVING BACK

Lake Nona’s Wave Hotel offers sublime dining in artful settings with three tasteful options; For the past five years, Orlando-based nonprofit Edible Education Experience has operated Central Florida’s hands-on teaching kitchen and garden, Emeril Lagasse Foundation Kitchen House & Culinary Garden, where nature meets culinary arts.

Spring events were in full bloom. Here’s a recap of Go Red for Women; An Evening with Fabulous Friends; Victory Cup Initiative; Support Our Scholars CAVU Luncheon; A Pair to Remember; Orlando Philharmonic Gala; Celebrate the Children; Women United; and Orlando Ballet Gala. (Event coverage continues in Interior Appeal on page 44)

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welcome

Legacyof Love

ast month, April 7 to be exact,

she did not live to see the dance home she

would have been the 100th

made possible (she passed July 10, 2018).

birthday of one of Orlando’s

But I have heard from staff that her spirit

finest, and most fashionable,

is felt throughout the building on Lake

philanthropists ever. Harriett

Formosa.

Lake was the real deal in every sense of

We had the great fortune to collaborate

the word — unapologetically uncensored

with her on dozens and dozens of occasions

[she taught me what WTFN meant],

— some personal and others professional.

unabashed with her opinions and unbe-

She was a true delight to be around and,

lievably generous to those she fully believed

perhaps, you may wonder why we have

in. And, that last part is what really set her

devoted so many pages to her stories and

apart. Although she donated to more than

grand gestures. Simply, it’s because we nev-

100 organizations each year, she always

er met anyone like her and probably never

wanted to know more about the cause and

will. Marine, fashionista, mother, sister,

exactly how the money would be used.

friend, we salute you Harriett Lake and

Fortunately for the Orlando Ballet it was

will never, ever forget your invaluable con-

a true love affair. She consistently made sure that Central Florida had access to a professional ballet company. Unfortunately,

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thelist make a splash Sizzling summer fun is on the radar and it’s time to replenish your supplies for easy, breezy entertaining and celebrating. We discovered these festive, summery selections at The Hunt in Winter Park, a shop full of curated finds — accessories, furniture and gifts. Interior designer Lise Campbell Davis (who has operated Ayers Davis Interiors with her sister for 15 years) wanted to be a source for new and vintage items that fit her sunny Florida point of view. thehuntwinterpark.com and instagram.com/thehuntwp

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PAST to

PRESENT

If heirloom or outdated jewels are collecting dust in your jewelry box, consider taking your pieces from past to present with an update from a local jewelry designer. Take inspiration from these refreshing remakes.

I recently created an 18k gold solid bead necklace for a new client. She returned the next week with a tourmaline ring that she never wore and asked if I could make her a pendant. I wanted to design a versatile pendant that could be worn with her gold bead necklace, or a simple chain. After landing on the perfect design, a brilliant diamond was added to accent the tourmaline. I love projects like this and personally created this piece by hand in my Thornton Park workshop. One of my true joys is creating a beautiful, bespoke keepsake from a repurposed family heirloom.

– Almut Belote, Almut Belote Jewelry

A client inherited a very special vintage opal and diamond ring. We reset it into a beautiful “Gypsy” ring through the designer Lauren K. She went through a multitude of stone selection options and the client ultimately went with pink trillion side stones, reset from a traditional prong setting to its new bezel, side-stone setting. To us, updating an inherited heirloom piece brings renewed relevance so your important pieces don’t just sit in a jewelry box. Having them updated to your taste allows you to wear and enjoy your treasures every day.

– Emily Williams, Be On Park

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A male client came to me with his wife’s old tennis bracelet. She could no longer get the bracelet on and off by herself and no longer wore it. My client wanted to repurpose the bracelet/diamonds into something she could wear every day. We discussed several options but settled on two diamond bands I would make using the diamonds from her bracelet. Not only would it allow us to use all of the diamonds (there were 35), but it would also be easy for her to put on and take off as we also soldered the bands together. And by changing from white to yellow gold, we transformed an outdated bracelet into modern, fresh diamond bands she will wear for years to come.

– Lauren Sigman, Lauren Sigman Collection

In both of these cases our customers wanted to take their grandmothers’ very simple, traditional rhinestone earrings and add modern, fashion-forward energy. The key to re-designing vintage is to avoid the “assemblage” vibe. Considering scale, color and style, the end piece needs to flow like it was always meant to be. Like the past piece found its modern counterpart and they fell in love!

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spring flings Three fashionable daytime events are calling for stylish philanthropists to join them for fabulous fun with a dose of doing good: HIGH TEA AND HATS FOR SENIORS FIRST on May 15, ULTIMATE GARDEN PARTY FOR SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF CENTRAL FLORIDA on May 21, and A RUNWAY FOR GIVING FOR MORNING STAR SCHOOL on June 7.

High Tea and Hats guests

and decorates with a theme,” says Pam

being a part of that. Now, more than ever,

Lively, Seniors First board member and

we need the support of our donors to meet

High Tea and Hats co-chair.

the need in our community.

All types of hats are encouraged with

On Saturday, May 21, Second Harvest

prizes in the categories of Prim and Proper,

Food Bank of Central Florida is hosting its

Most Fascinating Fascinator, Most Cre-

first-ever Ultimate Garden Party, presented

ative, Mr. Tea (best male entry), Best Tea

by The Glenda G. Morgan Charitable Foun-

Set (best group entry) and Best of Show

dation, to support the nonprofit’s mission

(The Harriett Lake Award). Join in the fes-

of ending hunger. The event will be held at

tivities, Sunday, May 15, 1pm-5pm (silent

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal

auction, wine toss and champagne sales at

Orlando from 1-5pm, where Hunger Advo-

1pm; high tea at 2pm). For tickets and

cates will Escape to Elegance for an after-

sponsorships, visit HighTeaandHats.com.

noon filled with live entertainment, deli-

Ultimate Garden Party

cious

hors

you to don your most dapper attire and join us for this incredible hunger-fighting

in order to meet the unmet needs in Central Florida, it is essential to not only sup-

Celebrating the 10th annual event, High

port financially but to also give of your

Tea and Hats draws 300+ guests and fea-

time, your platform, and your voice to

tures a Sunday tea luncheon, silent and

bring awareness to all of the good that this

live auctions, exciting raffles, door and

organization offers to those who may need

grand prizes, plus a new wine toss and

a little help. I, like anyone else, have had

photo booth. Guests are invited to com-

ups and downs, good times and bad. I’ve

pete for prizes in the hat judging contest

made poor choices, and I’ve made some

and decorate/theme their tables. All funds

right ones. As a mother of three little ones,

raised support Seniors First programs

there is nothing I would not do to ensure

like Meals on Wheels and in-home and

my children had food in their bellies. It is

personal care services.

also a passion of mine to always be a part of

“This is an important event for our pro-

the solution in making sure that people in

grams and services. We are thrilled with

Central Florida have the essentials to live.

the new location at The Alfond Inn and

Giving back through Second Harvest

are excited with this year’s array of auc-

Food Bank of Central Florida means we’re

tion items and activities for our guests. It’s

showing people that acts of kindness do

a full afternoon of entertainment, espe-

exist. People from all walks of life, age,

cially with the hat and table contests

race, religion, gender, etc. all come together

where everyone puts on their best toppers

to be of service in any way they can. I love

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specialty

When people ask me why I support SecI reflect back on this quote. I believe that

and

To whom much is given, much is required. ond Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida,

High Tea and Hats

d’oeuvres

libations. As the chair of this event, I invite

Carralyce Buford and Jaquie Dua

thelist event. Your ticket purchase alone will pro-

A Runway for Giving participants

from Cherry Plaza, Church Street Station

vide more than 600 meals for our Central

Ballroom, Rosen Shingle Creek Resort,

Florida neighbors facing hunger. I hope

Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin,

you will join us as we lean into our com-

Dr. Philips Center, Portofino Bay Hotel at

munity to make a meaningful impact and

Universal Orlando, to its most recent loca-

help raise a million meals!

tion at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at

For more information about the event,

Universal Orlando — the focus has

including purchasing tickets, visit Ulti-

remained the same. In addition to the

mateGardenParty.org.

array of fashions from local retailers, the

– Carralyce Buford, Chair,

students shine in their own very special

Ultimate Garden Party Chair

and inspiring performance, leaving not one dry eye in the house.

A Runway for Giving

A Runway for Giving will be on June 7

With a mission to support the Morning

at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort. Guests

Star School, established in 1960 for chil-

are encouraged to arrive at 10:30am to mix

dren with intellectual disabilities, the first

and mingle, bid on some fantastic silent

fashion show and luncheon was held in

auction items, and enjoy passed hors d’

1962, making this one of the longest run-

oeuvres and mimosas. Then, enjoy a gour-

ning events in Central Florida. Hundreds

met luncheon at 11:45am, followed by an

of women have been members of the

away from the school.

Morning Star Catholic School Auxiliary

Although the runway has moved to dif-

since then to ensure no child is turned

ferent locations throughout the years —

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impactful and enlightening program and fashion show. For information visit Morn-

ingStarOrlando.org.

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SHARON HAGLE:

OUT OF THIS WORLD EDUCATION Philanthropist and SpaceKids Global (spacekids.global) founder Sharon Hagle recently returned to Earth after a flight with her husband Marc via Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket. She was the only female crew member, and they are the first married couple to experience space together. Sharon plans to use her experience to continue mentoring youth on the boundless possibilities in the industry and the importance of STEAM+ education. The flight took off at 8:57am CDT, March 31, and arrived safely back to Earth at 9:07am CDT. The 10-minute journey traveled 62 miles above the planet. How and when did you get interested in space?

ing us and making us feel comfortable up to

I was introduced to it in my 6th grade class-

day. One of the crew mates said, “Look, we’re

room in West Virginia. We listened as Alan

home.” Everything was so well imprinted

Shepard became the first American to go

on our brains it became a natural response

to space in 1961. At the time — and I think

to what we were supposed to do.

the point we entered the capsule on launch

this is important for kids — you don’t realelementary school kids today, launches are

Were there any anxiety-inducing moments?

going up so frequently they are becoming

During the [launch] hold everyone was kind

normal. Back then it was new. I remember

of holding their breath. We were afraid as

thinking, this is really exciting, but what

time started ticking by that they were

does it have to do with me?

going to scrub us for the day. And no one

ize what you’re experiencing in history. For

wanted that. When it was really obvious we

want to hire in Florida before they do fur-

How long had you been planning for this extraordinary mission?

were going to launch, we were yelling, GO,

ther outreach. The kids do not realize

GO, GO, and we started counting down at

there are other jobs in the industry besides

We signed on for the first flight with Vir-

T-10. At liftoff everyone was whooping and

astronauts. It’s important to let them know

gin Galactic back in 2007. Through the

hollering. We made history on the flight

there are whole teams behind each mis-

years we have done zero-gravity training

for several reasons, including the longest

sion — drivers, doctors, chefs, etc. Space is

at Kennedy Space Center; centrifuge

holding pattern and reaching the highest

big enough; it’s available for everyone. We

training where NASA trains their astro-

point of the height window.

need to reach kids by the age of 6 or 7 or we’ve lost them. SpaceKids Global is try-

nauts at NASTAR. We also had an opportunity to train in Russia and went to Star

How will this impact SpaceKids Global?

ing to help fulfill the 3.5 million job vacan-

City where the cosmonauts train.

I can’t wait to get back in front of the kids.

cies in the STEAM field predicted by

Up to this point our presentation has

2025. If kids can be participators and not

How did all the training kick in for the launch?

always been about training for space and

just spectators, we can make learning fun.

We’ve had a lot of different types of training

gone to space, it changes the whole per-

for a sub-orbital flight with Blue Origin.

spective. We tell the kids we have a front-

They do an absolutely fantastic job of train-

row seat to all this because companies

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what it takes to go to space. Now having

Stay tuned… Sharon hopes to fly with all three space companies and go on a 5–7 day orbit around the moon or the earth.

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Camille Evans and

Hope Newsome: DOING IT THEIR WAY Accomplished attorneys, business owners, community advocates and most importantly, moms, Camille Evans and Hope Newsome met through a mutual associate and instantly hit it off, personally and professionally. They were both passionate about their respective fields of law and realized they had a shared vision that would eventually come to life as Virtus LLP, a law firm providing valued solutions to financial institutions, businesses, entrepreneurs and governmental entities.

amille focuses on public

Camille and Hope founded their virtu-

richness of the amount of presence we

and project finance where

al law firm in 2018 before virtual became

have with our children and the unapolo-

Hope’s expertise lies in

the norm. “When we started prior to the

getic investment time,” Camille says.

fund

private

pandemic, the first question always was,

“If you’re a working mom sometimes

equity, investment man-

formation,

‘where’s your office?’ In the beginning it

you have to figure out what age in your

agement and broker-dealers. “The reason

felt very awkward and there were times I

children’s lives you want to be most pres-

we’ve been successful at this is because we

could tell there were some eyebrows

ent, and for me, it’s these teenage years.

both have a passion for what we do. Learn-

raised. Now, no one even thinks twice

Especially working from home, I am there

ing how to do it the way we have in mind,

about it. It’s so amazing how it just trans-

when they come home from school,” Hope

what that looks like on a day-to-day basis,

formed like that,” Hope explains.

adds, also commenting about how Camille

is something that is both an art and a sci-

The greatest aspect of being virtual

makes million-dollar deals while making

ence,” Camille shares. “I enjoy the prac-

and owning their firm is the ability to be

after-school snacks. Camille is proud to

tice of law more than I enjoy running a

more present in their children’s lives.

share that her house is the afternoon

business, so that has been the biggest

Hope has a 17-year-old daughter and

hangout spot. They also want to normalize

struggle. But I really love what I do, so

14-year-old son, while Camille has two

working in car line.

we’re trying to put systems in place so we

sons, 17 and 16, and a 12-year-old daughter.

As moms and business professionals,

can focus on what we’re experts at,” Hope

“That is by far the benefit I did not factor

they also understand the value of serving

admits.

in when we started this business. The

their communities. Hope is on the board

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of Heart of Florida United Way and is

Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. “It’s a privilege

entire process. We’re going to give them

chair-elect of the African American Cham-

to serve the community and both be sub-

more feedback than they probably want

ber of Commerce, Central Florida. She is a

ject matter experts and leaders in our

but it’s because we’re passionate about

past board member of ATHENA Orlando

industries,” Camille says.

their success,” Hope shares.

Women’s Leadership and is still actively

Through Virtus, Camille and Hope have

“Hope’s favorite first questions is, ‘How

involved. Nationally, she serves on the

created a dynamic approach to their prac-

do you want to finish?’ and being part of

board the National Society of Compliance

tice that encompasses more than just

that conversation with the client, while it

Professionals and on two committees of the

transactions. While they have a national

may be financing focused, it impacts all

Florida Bar. In addition, Hope is a member

client list of businesses, founders and gov-

the different elements of their operation

of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and

ernmental entities, they most enjoy sup-

so providing counsel in those areas is a

the Orlando (FL) Chapter of The Links, Inc.

porting and helping women-owned busi-

part of what we do,” Camille adds.

Locally, Camille is very active in her

nesses or women in C-suite roles.

As they navigate best practices for their

homebase of West Orange County, serving

“There are not a lot of women in the

business, they continue to build relation-

on the boards of the West Orange Cham-

spaces that we’re in. We also know that

ships and referrals. “We already had prac-

ber of Commerce (past chair), Foundation

women need more access to capital in

tice of being moms and doing sophisticated

for a Healthier West Orange, and the West

order to start and grow their businesses,

business deals in a very efficient and coex-

Orange Political Alliance. Nationally, she

and so we’ve had the pleasure of working

isting way. So doing it on a firm basis

participates in the National Association of

with women at the very start of their proj-

doesn’t feel ill fitting,” Camille says. “If

Securities Professionals, serving on the

ect through a fundraising round. We’re

you’re looking to raise money for your

board as well as co-chairing its advisory

more than just transaction counsel, we’re

company or governmental entity, we’re

council. She is also a member of the Delta

more like general counsel throughout the

your people,” Hope adds.

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May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month TIPS FOR SUNNING SAFELY by Dr. Dimitry Palceski, Board Certified Dermatologist & Medical Director

Reflections Dermatology & Center For Skin Care

DID YOU KNOW THAT SKIN CANCER IS NOW THE MOST COMMON FORM OF CANCER IN THE UNITED STATES? FORTUNATELY, SKIN CANCER IS ALSO ONE OF THE MOST PREVENTABLE FORMS OF CANCER. HERE ARE SOME TIPS FOR HELPING YOU SUN SAFELY AND PROTECT YOUR FAMILY.

eek the shade, especially between

This should include a broad-brimmed hat

may be safely used on babies over the age of

10am and 4pm when the sun is

and UV-blocking sunglasses. Clothing

6 months with several chemical-free options

strongest. An extra rule of thumb

that is densely woven and dark in color

available. Children are especially sensitive

is the “shadow rule.” If your

provides the best level of protection

to ultraviolet radiation. Just one severe

shadow is shorter than you are,

against the harmful UV rays of the sun.

sunburn in childhood doubles the chance

the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radia-

Use a broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) sun-

tion is stronger; if your shadow is longer,

screen with an SPF of 20 or higher every

Examine your skin head-to-toe every

UV radiation is less intense.

day. For extended outdoor activity, use a

month. While self-exams shouldn’t replace

water-resistant, broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB)

an annual skin exam performed by a der-

sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.

matologist, they offer the best chance of

Do not burn. Your risk for melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, doubles if you’ve had five or more sunburns at any

of developing melanoma later in life.

Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sun-

detecting the early warning signs of skin

screen to your entire body 30 minutes

cancer. If you see a spot and see that spot

Avoid tanning and UV tanning beds.

before going outside. Reapply every two

change, call your dermatologist right away.

UV radiation from tanning beds has been

hours and immediately after swimming or

For more information on how to perform a

proven to cause skin cancer. In fact, indoor

excessive sweating. One 6 oz. bottle of sun-

monthly self-exam visit SkinCancer.org/

UV tanners are 74% more likely to develop

screen should provide two full days of sun

selfexamination.

melanoma than those who have never

protection for prolonged outdoor activity.

point in your lifetime.

Keep newborns out of the sun since their

tanned indoors. Cover up by wearing protective clothing.

skin is extremely vulnerable. Sunscreens

Schedule your annual skin exam in May and start a new habit that just might save your life!

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MIND over MATTER

R.E.S.T. RECHARGE, ENERGY, SILENCE, TAKE-OFF by Cherlette McCullough, MA, LMFT

It takes courage to say yes to rest and play in a “ culture where exhaustion is seen as a status symbol. ” –Brené Brown WHAT DOES REST LOOK LIKE FOR WOMEN? Does rest even exist for women? The above quote by BrenéBrown is an accurate description of how many women perceive the idea of rest. With so many women becoming entrepreneurs and holding executive/leadership positions, the focus is solely on performance at all costs despite their mental well-being. Burning the midnight oil while sick, drained, exhausted, or otherwise deficient; skipping breaks, refusing to go to the bathroom when needed in

exchange for productivity; eating quick,

away from their family. If you think about

unhealthy snacks in place of a healthy

it, if you don’t take time for yourself then

meal are all behaviors that lead to mental

eventually you will have no energy left to

exhaustion and physical burnout.

pour into your work or family.

Rest is vital to your emotional and phys-

As women, we feel like we must con-

ical well-being. When we’re depleted and

stantly prove ourselves worthy of success

exhausted, our mental health suffers. Our

— and part of that means staying busy,

ability to be creative, to focus, to feel empa-

even if it’s counterproductive for us in the

thy and compassion, or to problem solve

long run. We tend to think that if we’re not

are all compromised. Many women feel as

working hard all the time then we don’t

though they can’t take time to rest because

deserve our success because it wasn’t

they feel like they don’t have enough time

achieved through blood, sweat and tears.

in the day, or they feel guilty taking time

We set up standards for ourselves that are based on what society has told us is acceptable behavior for a woman. Unfortunately, we’ve internalized this messaging. We forget that there is no rulebook for what being a successful woman means because women are diverse, unique, and so are our goals.

WHAT IS YOUR BELIEF SYSTEM SURROUNDING REST? Your mental health should be a non-negotiable; it’s vital to live a happy and fulfilled life and this can’t happen if you’re constantly stressed out with no end in sight. Those are unhealthy mindsets that do nothing but stress us out and hurt us in the long run — not only with our health and well-being but also with how others perceive us, whether it be in our careers or personal lives. So how can you start letting go of those mental habits? How about 30

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MIND over MATTER

starting by asking yourself some ques-

the last time you took a day off? Or even an

even if it’s just for one day, and take care of

tions: Why do I feel like I must work this

afternoon to just relax and be in your own

those things that are important for us out-

hard? What would happen if I didn’t?

company?

side of work.

What if I made myself a priority for once?

Sometimes we need to take a step back

It’s important to know when to say no.

We must not forget that we are human

and give ourselves some credit. Some-

Know your limits and be realistic about

beings — not human doings. In our busy,

times we need to realize that just because

how much work you can realistically

productivity-obsessed culture, rest seems

we’re not working 24/7, doesn’t mean that

accomplish in a certain period of time.

like a waste of time. But the truth is that

our accomplishments are any less real or

Even if you’re at the office from 8 to 8, you

we need rest, and the sooner we start own-

valuable. Sometimes we need to give our-

shouldn’t feel like you can take on any

ing our need for it, the better. When was

selves permission to take some time off,

project, meet any deadline, and get everything done. Say no to requests for help from others that would overwork you and set unrealistic expectations for you to meet. Remember, saying no is okay once in a while; it’s not the key to professional ruin, but rather the key to success. Ultimately, the best way to fight the myth of the superwoman is to accept our weaknesses and insecurities, even if it means less work and more sleep. And in the end, we’ll be more productive and happier — which is the ultimate dream, right?

Cherlette McCullough is a mental health counselor, keynote speaker, author, and owner of Center Peace Family & Couple Therapy, a private practice located in Winter Park. She specializes in helping individuals heal from trauma connected to family conflict, marital and premarital issues, infertility, depression, anxiety, family of origin dysfunction, grief, and loss. 32

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What to Ask Your GYN at Annual Check-Ups Your annual well-woman exam is crucial to your whole health. So, what should you be asking your provider? BREAST HEALTH

cers that are caused by the HPV virus,”

Dr. Hill explains. Prenatal vitamins with

“Women should ask about the timing of

Dr. Hill says.

folic acid and DHA are helpful while try-

their mammograms and if they are having any breast pain or discharge,” recom-

INCONTINENCE

mends Dr. D. Ashley Hill, OB/GYN at

From childbirth to aging, incontinence

AdventHealth Medical Group.

can affect women at any age.

ing to conceive as well.

SEXUAL PAIN OR LOW LIBIDO

The American College of Obstetricians

“If you leak when you laugh, sneeze or

There are many medical studies that show

and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends

cough, or find yourself running to the rest-

that women want their healthcare provid-

beginning mammograms between ages

room to make it in time, please discuss

ers to ask about sexual issues. Although

40 and 49. Women with average risk for

these symptoms with your doctor. There

this is a touchy subject, your women’s

developing breast cancer should follow up

are treatments to help you.” Dr. Hill adds.

healthcare provider is trained to help you.

with screening mammograms every oneto-two years after that.

MENSTRUAL CYCLES

Painful sexual relations can be due to endometriosis or other conditions and

Risk factors that could influence your

Dr. Hill advises: “If your period lasts lon-

gynecologists can diagnose and treat these

mammogram recommendations include

ger than seven days, your cycle occurs

conditions.

family history, a BRCA gene mutation,

more frequently than every 21 days, you’re

If you’re looking for a new provider,

early or late menopause, dense breasts,

saturating more than one pad an hour or

AdventHealth for Women’s Health Naviga-

and more. You can decrease your risk of

using two menstrual products at a time,

tion Team can help find the right provider

breast cancer by exercising, keeping your

please let your physician know.”

for you, answer insurance questions, con-

body mass index within a healthy range, and limiting or avoiding alcohol.

PAP TESTING AND HPV

In addition to heavy bleeding, some women have painful periods. If you have

nect you to resources, and much more. Visit

FindMyNewOBGYN.com to get started.

painful periods that are not relieved by ibuprofen or similar medications, your

Pap testing starts at age 21 and occurs

gynecologist is trained to evaluate this and

Dr. D. Ashley Hill is

every 3 years until age 30, then it changes

offer treatment options.

Medical Director of

to every 5 years. Pap testing involves look-

obstetrics and gynecology

ing under a microscope and checking for

INFERTILITY

HPV (human papilloma virus). HPV has

If you’re trying to conceive, when should you

Group. Dr. Hill received his

received a lot of attention because certain

be worried about infertility? Dr. Hill explains

medical degree from the

strains have been linked to an increased

that for healthy women with no underly-

risk of cervical cancer.

ing conditions, they have a 20% chance of

College of Medicine, where he also complet-

conceiving every month with an 85% to

ed his residency. Dr. Hill has published many

90% chance of conceiving within a year.

medical journal articles, serves as a teaching

It’s important to note that if you test positive for HPV it doesn’t mean you will get

at AdventHealth Medical

University of South Florida

cervical cancer, but you could be at a higher

“If after 12 months a woman is still hav-

risk and require a more frequent screen-

ing difficulty conceiving, we will talk in

residency programs, and specializes in

ing interval to help protect your health.

physician for several medical schools and

detail about the best way to boost their

abnormal uterine bleeding, treatment of

One way to decrease HPV risk is with

odds — sometimes, it’s a simple fix related

uterine fibroids, minimally invasive gynecologic

the HPV vaccine, Gardasil 9. “The HPV

to the timing of their cycle, while other

surgery, normal and high-risk pregnancies,

vaccine helps protect women from can-

times there’s a condition to address first,”

and ultrasonography.

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Bacán

tastes&experiences flavor flow Lake Nona’s Wave Hotel offers sublime dining in artful settings with three tasteful options — Bacán, HAVEN, and Living Room Bar. Creating the culinary concepts is Chef Guillaume Robin, who spent nearly two decades in Michelin-star kitchens and 4- and 5-star hotels across the U.S. and Europe. Two-time World Pastry Champion Laurent Branlard serves as the hotel’s pastry chef, and Beverage Manager Alexa Delgado was a top finalist for Casa Dragones Tequila’s International Cocktail Competition. For more on the design, see Interior Appeal. lakenonawavehotel.com

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EDIBLE EDUCATION EXPERIENCE: BUILDING A CULINARY COMMUNITY Edible Education Experience operates the Emeril Lagasse Foundation Kitchen House & Culinary Garden on a quiet street in College Park, filling the neighborhood with health and wellness morsels and so much more. Celebrating five years of innovative programming, including the teaching kitchen and culinary garden, the mission of the seed-to-table organization revolves around a grassroots approach to good nutrition and sustainability by partnering with local chefs and healthcare organizations.

The outdoor classroom engage all senses for students to develop an appreciation and understanding of the food journey from seed to table.

t all started with a dream to create a Nutritional Science Lab at Orlando Junior Academy, located across the street from what is now the Kitchen House & Culinary Garden. As the pro-

gram grew, the Edible Education Experience was formed as a nonprofit to expand the offerings and reach more kids. By 2013 it was time to build a facility and through the donation of land by the Academy, a generous gift from the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, and community support, it all started to take shape.

The 2014 groundbreaking was just the

had an opportunity to speak with the fairly

beginning as a subsequent meeting at

new Executive Director Marisa Worley

Chef Kevin Fonzo’s K Restaurant brought

about the impact and outreach that has

in AdventHealth. Between the healthcare

been realized in the five years since opening.

system and its leader Daryl Tol, the underLagasse Foundation Kitchen House &

How exciting is it to come on board right before the anniversary celebration?

Culinary Garden, an $800,000 facility,

Yes, it is exciting but in the five years, two

opened in April 2017.

of those were pretty much in the pandemic.

taking was fully funded and the Emeril

Fast forward to today and the centrally

And like every organization we had to

located facility is a simple, yet beautiful,

learn to adapt. Looking at it that way, we

3,500-square-foot kitchen house with four

really only had three years of complete

cooking stations that opens onto a veranda

programming, but hopefully people got to

overlooking the garden serving EEE’s

know us. Now it’s time to grow and expand

mission to empower students and their

to reach more people in the community.

communities through seed-to-table expe-

in supporters and partners to enjoy the

How, specifically, did the pandemic affect programming since so much of the experience is hands-on?

activities in the kitchen and garden. We

There was a lot of shifting and the organi-

riences. To celebrate the five-year milestone, a community open house brought

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tastes&experiences zation moved to doing a lot of virtual classes and trying to learn the best systems for that. In 2020, the summer camp for kids was completely virtual. The opportunity to continue to work with corporate groups like AdventHealth and OUC was via virtual sessions, with our team setting up in the kitchen and in the garden showing everyone what was happening here. They were instructing on camera, but unlike shows on TV, it was all live which made it a little more personal. The audience could see the students working and sharing what they were doing and then ask questions. I think it expanded the horizons of what is possible. Right now, we are still

Executive Director Marisa Worley and Joe Creech, co-founder/owner, Hunger St. Tacos. In 2021 EEE served 900 students developing their food confidence and competence in the kitchen.

doing some hybrid sessions.

EEE has pulled in a lot of local chefs to work with over the years. How has that worked? There have been so many. For example, we just had a couple of anniversary dinners with about a dozen chefs helping out — including several from the Good Salt Restaurant Group, Chef Fabrizio with the Four Seasons, Chef Lo from Kadence, Chef Hari Pulapaka from Cress in DeLand, Chef Jason from Tornetore, among others. Throughout the years Chef Kevin [Fonzo] has built up our chef ambassadors to help us out with different events and programs. Some are well-known and others are up and coming — sometimes testing with a pop-up restaurant here before they

empower students — but students of all

team and working on some strategic plan-

actually open. Those pop-ups became real-

ages. We want to bring that seed-to-table

ning this summer. We have so many com-

ly popular in 2021 and our rentals dramat-

education and understanding to everyone.

ponents now but need to determine what

ically increased because we have such a

We want to be accessible to everyone in

really makes sense within our resources

great space. Once a month we have Chef

the community in a welcoming and invit-

and where we want to go, pinpointing our

Night and guests who purchase tickets

ing atmosphere. This summer we will be

efforts. Up to this point the organization

can enjoy five-to-seven course meals.

doing programming with some visually

has not had much of a fundraising arm

impaired students from Lighthouse Cen-

so that is what I’m bringing to the table.

tral Florida. We are in a neighborhood, so

Let’s build awareness and let’s work with

we want to make sure people feel that.

the community to raise funds for our mis-

So, EEE started as more of a kids’ educational program and has morphed into something for everyone in the community?

sion. I feel like the possibilities are almost endless.

It really has, and I think that’s something

Since you are fairly new, what would you like to accomplish?

we want to highlight. We educate and

I look forward to sitting down with the

For more information visit edibleed.org.

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tessa’s table ENTERTAINING

with ELEGANT EASE

by Christi Ashby | Photography by Amalie Orrange, The Branded Boss Lady

or the past two pandemic

She quickly realized a business was

years, one name kept pop-

being born after posting photos of her

ping up in conversations

artful boards on social media. Her

and on social media as

daughter came up with the name Tessa’s

adoring fans were raving

Table and it fit because she knew one

about the beautifully artful grazing

day she would like to open a little gour-

boards from Tessa’s Table. As small

met market similar to Ina Garten’s

social gatherings became the norm,

Barefoot Contessa or Dean & Deluca.

hostesses wanted something easy

“The name worked because I didn’t

and delicious to serve. So, Tessa

want to be pigeonholed into just cheese

McAuliff stepped up to create doz-

boards. I also saved Winter Park Graz-

ens of riffs on traditional charcuterie.

ing as a backup for a website,” she says.

Her Instagram posts are filled with

The pandemic period led to increased

glorious images of tablescapes —

business for Tessa’s Table. “People

food prep, florals, dishes, linens,

were ordering boards and boxes for

boards, etc. — and Tessa herself

gifts. I made them for [Realtor] open

dressed as a stylishly relaxed host-

houses and the word kept spreading. I

ess. Just browsing them will make

am not, and do not, want to be a caterer,”

you want to dust off forgotten pieces

she adds.

in your china cabinet, plate some appetizers, fluff some flowers, throw on a caftan, and open your doors. Having previously worked at Marc-

DON’T GET TRAPPED IN THE KITCHEN WHILE THE PARTY IS HAPPENING — ENJOY IT.

Michaels, a well-known interior design

But as her followers grew, she started getting more and more questions about hosting parties. “I have been doing tablescapes forever and now they have become very popular. Friends would

firm based in Winter Park, she has a strong visual sense and

call and ask, what napkins should I put with this tablecloth, or

appreciation for the beauty in properly placed items. “I have

would you use these dishes together? So, I thought, why don’t I

always loved design. But after I had kids I couldn’t travel as

start a lifestyle brand because I love cooking, setting the table,

much — I did model homes, so travel was required. I thought I

and entertaining? I wanted to be able to share ideas for ques-

would just go on my own, so my girlfriend and I started doing

tions like, how do I entertain on a budget? How do I do high-low?

design together. Then it was just kind of by accident I started

Does everything have to be expensive? Can I buy a cheese board from Target? It kind of morphed into more of that,” she explains.

doing cheese boards. I was busy one day and was going to a party later. I realized I did not have time to cook anything to take. I

love to cook, and everyone loves it when I make something to

For now, the cheese boards are on hold as she launches her new

share. I was in charge of appetizers for this group dinner, so I

website tessastable.com. “I really would love the opportunity to

bought a long board from West Elm and put different things on

share my creative ideas and influence others on how to enter-

it. Everyone started asking if they could order one,” Tessa

tain at home. I think during the pandemic it became more

explains.

important to people to just have small gatherings in their own

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CHOOSE SIMPLE APPETIZERS THAT CAN BE STORE BOUGHT AND DISPLAYED FOR GRAZING. Tessa is a big believer in mixing it up with expensive and inexpensive serving ware, dishes, glasses and décor playfully arranged on the table. She enjoys finding things at local Winter Park boutiques, but also loves finding things at Williams-Sonoma, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and Home Goods. “I like to do a highlow style and not everything has to be perfect. I don’t follow any set rules. I just want it to look nice. I’ve always used my design eye when doing it. It’s really a similar concept with color, height, texture, and things like that. That’s what I incorporate when I serve food, when I do a tablescape, and even just an Easter candy display,” she says. She’s not as confident in her fashion style, although you would never guess. “I always like to be comfortable — we are in Florida so it’s often hot,” she says of her printed maxi dresses that always appear as carefully planned out as the napkins. In addition to the new Tessa’s Table website there is also an entertaining book in the works. “Instead of a regular cookbook, homes. It happened organically and now it’s part of our lifestyle. I wanted to explore how we could continue making entertaining part of our everyday lifestyle without too much stress,” she adds.

SERVE GOOD FOOD AND GREAT DRINKS WITH APPROPRIATE LIGHTING AND MUSIC. As part of a more practical solution to easier entertaining, the notion of slaving away for hours in the kitchen has been tossed out the window and replaced with the practice of utilizing premade foods and even takeout within a pretty setting. “I have had dinner parties where I plated prepared food, and everyone loved it,” she stresses. And at a time when formality seems passé, Tessa still enjoys a formal dinner party, but knows that does not appeal to everyone. “I have two kids in college and a son in high school and we still use cloth napkins when we eat at home. But I am not opposed to great paper products — there are so many wonderful patterns — especially for use outside. It’s really just more of an aesthetic for how you want to entertain. Some people want to use fine silverware, but there are also other options that look equally nice,” she explains. 54

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I thought an entertaining book would be something I would want to buy. It will have everything from ideas on hosting events like baby showers and birthday parties with tips on color palettes and options for tablescapes, menus, signature drinks, takeaway gifts, simple flowers — really a lot of effortless ideas,” she explains. Tessa will also have an Amazon storefront so people can buy items they see in her photos. She particularly likes to support local businesses, but also small companies out of the area. “I am a small, woman-owned business without a staff, so I appreciate the time it takes to build a small business and I want to collaborate with others,” she offers. Expanding her brand even further, Tessa wants to teach others based on her background, experiences and good taste. In the future she plans to offer online entertaining workshops, cooking segments and everyday design concepts with how-to tutorials.

Amalie Orrange creates beautiful brand photography for female business owners, industry leaders and entrepreneurs that have the desire to stand out from the crowd and be the face of their brand. thebrandedbosslady.com, thebrandedbosslady@gmail.com

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celebration OF

mothers

In honor of those women who nurture, comfort, carry, raise and love children, readers contributed their stories of precious and enduring bonds. Presented in partnership with AdventHealth for Women.

DYAN GOODMAN for JO GRUSHKA

If we could choose our mothers, I would most certainly choose mine. When we were growing up, she took us to museums, parks, and did arts and crafts. She pushed our sleds and saucers in the snow. She encouraged us to seek our dreams and believe in ourselves. And she always had our backs. Upon moving to Florida, she told the school principal that her girls would not be doing push-ups on the blacktop in dresses. Her turquoise convertible Bonneville had a white patent leather roof, and she had the GoGo boots and a white slicker to match. Emily Post would be thrilled to know that my mother exudes such grace and knowledge of etiquette that her friends continue to call her for proper advice. 56

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BARBARA LEZCANO SCOTT for PILAR LEZCANO

I met my mother at 12 days old. She lost her mother at 19, raised five siblings, had trouble conceiving, and adopted me at 40 after fleeing communist Cuba. She was forthcoming about my adoption despite advice to the contrary, and I am richer for it. Her strength, determination and resilience are a firsthand example of how to limitlessly look at the world, and her capacity for grace, as my birth mother entered my life, were the epitome of unconditional love. As I now raise three daughters, I pray I am as evolved in my capacity to love.

DEBORAH SHEARMAN

What does it mean to be a mother of a teenage son? It’s the understanding of his generation and respecting his boundaries and truly understanding the importance of them. It’s ever-changing from year to year. I’m a listening ear, his biggest cheerleader, a teacher of empathy and forgiveness, resilience and respect. My son has been through many trials and tribulations. And I respect him for how he has come through it all with grace. I’m proud to say I’m Ben’s mom.

GARIMA SHAH

Getting to see the world through the eyes of my daughters is the most amazing part of being a mom. They ground me and give me a beautiful new prospective on everything in my life.

JILLIAN McCLUSKEY for CAROL ANN HEWITT

My mom is a true blessing! She inspires me to be my best self and has always been my biggest supporter. Her faith is unfaltering, and she is a constant reminder of what it means to be a strong woman. She is driven in her career yet also a devoted mother and grandmother. When I am with her, we have fun! She loves me unconditionally and reminds me every day of the loving mother I strive to be. I hit the jackpot with her as my mom and feel extremely blessed.

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ELISHA GONZALEZ for LINDA LANDMAN GONZALEZ

A mother’s love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible. I love my mother as trees love water and sunshine. She helps me grow, prosper, and reach great heights. Maya Angelou says it best: “To describe my mother would be to write about a hurricane in its perfect power. Or the climbing, falling colors of a rainbow.” My mother is a gift in my life and is truly a force of nature, more powerful than the strongest hurricane and more vibrant than the brightest rainbow.

GINNY BOTTS for JAN McPHERSON

Dear Mom, thank you. Now that I am older and a mom myself, I see what the description of your job really was. You were the one who made Christmases magical and birthdays special. You spent countless hours in school pick-up and drop-off lines. You selflessly went to gymnastics meets, football games, track meets, and basketball games. You sat through tantrums — from toddler to teenager. You planned summer vacations and family trips. You didn’t get sick days, or paid time off, mental health days, or vacation days. Each day you gave it, and us, your best. For everything I saw, and everything I didn’t, I am so lucky to have a mom like you.

JESSICA KENDRICK

When I think about what motherhood means to me, I think about the endless love I have for my boys, the thought that I know I would do anything for them, and I would do everything I could to protect them. Motherhood also means never sitting down, never having a warm meal, and lots of tears to get through the day (and wine), but unconditional true love greater than the biggest highs, a life of laughs, being proud daily, and so many kisses and hugs.

VONNIE WHITLOCK

Motherhood is blissful and challenging at the same time! It starts off a bit overwhelming as you navigate bringing your baby home and establishing a routine. As your child grows, so do you. You really think about your beliefs and values because they are the ones you apply when inspiring and educating your child. Along the way you realize that your life revolves around the needs of your child. As a result of this, you grow, and your child becomes someone you cherish unconditionally. To be a mother is so much more than I could have ever imagined!

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ADVENTHEALTH FOR WOMEN’S FOCUS ON WHOLE-PERSON CARE

AdventHealth for Women offers a whole-person approach to health care that embraces women at every stage of their lives. The AdventHealth for Women care network includes eight Baby Place locations throughout Central Florida as well as an extensive support network for new parents including Birth Experience Coordinators, parent education, lactation services and more. Our world-class providers offer personalized expertise close to home. From wellwoman checkups and mammograms to OB care and pelvic health, you’ll always have a choice of experts in a variety of specialties. And our specially trained Women’s Health Navigator helps manage your health throughout your lifetime

KIM WEHAGEN

Being a mother means the world! I love my daughter, Kensie, more than she will ever know. It is beautiful to play such significant roles in each other’s lives and I hope that I can be the most positive role model for her as she grows up. Being a mother literally is having your heart wander wherever your child goes and always having that special bond. I am excited to cheer her on and be there every step of this tremendous journey.

by finding providers and helping to coordinate your whole family’s care.

WHAT IS A WOMEN’S HEALTH NAVIGATOR? A health navigator is a specially trained registered nurse whose job is to make life easier for each and every woman through expert clinical assistance and educational, emotional and spiritual support. All calls are confidential; anyone can self-refer; and Doreen Forsythe, Viviana Diaz, BSN, RN BSN, RN insurance is not required to talk or meet. AdventHealth for Women’s health navigators provide complimentary services that help you coordinate your overall care and answer any questions you may have. These services include:

RYDER DEVOE for SARAH GRAFTON

I love my mom because she plays basketball with me. She’s fun, helpful, athletic and smart. I love how she helps me with things I need. I look up to her and she is a role model for me. She always makes me feel safe and is my biggest cheerleader.

• • • • •

Finding a care provider Answering your health care questions Assistance with scheduling annual office visits and screenings Resources and support for you and your family Coordination of care among multiple providers and facilities

To contact the Health Navigation Team, call 407-720-5191 or visit HerHealthNavigator.com

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Gracious

GESTURES

Happy Food Fast, Fresh, Simple Vegan book, $30, Clementine, Winter Park; Garland Bags Citrus Garden clutch, $325, Monkee’s of Winter Park; Thymes Eucalyptus fragrance duo, $37, Walk On Water, Lake Mary; Lux Gingham Cachepot Candle, $58, The Monogram Merchant, Orlando; Perle tumbler, $42, set of 2, Frank, Winter Park; Jules Kae Brea vegan handbag, $82, Monkee’s of Winter Park; Marian Paquette handmade clutch, $225, The House On Lang, Orlando; Cheeta sunglass case, $15, and Eco Wheat Straw fiber sunglasses, $16, Maffrey’s, Orlando; Baobab Collection Miami candle, $65, Pistil Home & Garden, Windermere; Sam Edelman Gabriela gold leather sandals, $90, Monkee’s of Winter Park 60

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Punch Drinks to Make Friends With book, $18, YAY! Tiny Shop, Orlando; Rufolo glass gold flower bowl, $30, Frank, Winter Park; Twine Living Co. champagne stopper, $14, Clementine, Winter Park; Saks mini twisted gold purse, $350, Tuni, Winter Park; Voluspa Kalahari Watermelon candle, $32, Frank; Coton Colors by Laura Johnson orange dish towel, $15, Clementine; Cherapy therapeutic heat pillow, $30, Maffrey’s, Orlando; Mudpie “You’ve Got This” trinket tray, $11.50, Walk On Water, Lake Mary; Rewined Paloma candle, $38, Hello Poolside Turkish towel, $38, and bead circle earrings, $17, all from YAY!

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Laundry on Lang Princess handmade fringe woven bag, $120, The House on Lang, Orlando; Beyond the Beach Mason clutch, $158, The Grove, Winter Park; Unplug Soy Candles “World’s Best Dad” candle $32, Walk On Water, Lake Mary; Lisette crochet navy clutch, $135, and Seashell footed dish, $26, Coco Indigo, Winter Park; Yochi Geneva Butterfly necklace, $156, Tuni, Winter Park; Bella Il Fiore Goodnight Gorgeous silky pillowcase, $52, The Grove; Handpainted 24oz porcelain pitcher, $18, and pattern cocktail plate, $12, The House on Lang; L’Objet platinum braid 5x7 frame, $225, Pistil Home & Garden, Windermere

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Baobab Collection Mykonos 4-wick candle, $199, Pistil Home & Garden, Windermere; The Vineyard Clutch with interchangeable bows, $38, YAY! Tiny Shop, Orlando; Dana Gibson Sissinghurst tea towel, $28, The Monogram Merchant, Orlando; WKND WYFR “Put a Bow on It” clutch, $128, The Grove, Winter Park; Estelle cobalt blue colored glass coupes, $85, set of 2, Frank, Winter Park; Twos Company on-the-go men’s kit, $20, The Grove; Gretchen Scott lobster placemats, $60, set of 4, Clementine, Winter Park; Any Di multi-color sunglasses case, $90, Oxford Eyes, Orlando; Demdaco succulent diffuser, $27, and Demdaco essential oil trio, $34, Walk On Water, Lake Mary; Estelle rose colored glass coupes, $85, set of 2, Frank; Poppy bouquet dangle earrings, $27, YAY!; Chinoiserie double deck playing cards in ceramic tray, $40, The Monogram Merchant

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National Philanthropy Day Recognizes Central Florida’s Finest Philanthropists, Fundraisers and Volunteers The 2021 National Philanthropy Day H. Clifford Lee Lifetime Achievement award was given to John (posthumously) and Rita Lowndes. Rita (center) is pictured here with family members.

CENTRAL FLORIDA IS PRIMED WITH

• H. Clifford Lee Lifetime Achievement

striving to stimulate a world of generosity

MANY WHO ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT

• AFP’s Outstanding Fundraising

and positive social good through fundrais-

STRENGTHENING THE COMMUNITY. Annually, hundreds gather for a morning to recognize esteemed work in the social

Professional • Kenneth F. Murrah, Esq. Award for Outstanding Philanthropist

ing best practices. When NPD was first celebrated in 1986, President Ronald Reagan signed a proclamation officially

sector. Philanthropists, fundraisers and

• David R. Roberts Youth in Philanthropy

recognizing November 15, 1986, as National

volunteers are honored for their accom-

• Excellence in Volunteerism

Philanthropy Day. Since then, the day has

plishments during the annual National

This day also brings light to the criti-

been recognized by numerous state, pro-

Philanthropy Day, presented by the Asso-

cally important work of those who have

vincial and local governments across

ciation of Fundraising Professionals Cen-

dedicated their careers to fundraising for

North America.

tral Florida Chapter.

the missions and organizations that make

On Friday, November 4, 2022, eight awards will be presented to individuals and

our community thrive. The 2022 National Philanthropy Day

AFP exists to help people change the world. Not just fundraisers, but also donors, volunteers, corporations, founda-

organizations who have made a significant

Special Honors categories are:

tions, and all others involved in the philan-

impact in our region. Leaders from all

• Innovation & Excellence in Fundraising

thropic process. By bringing people

around our community attend to celebrate

• Corporate & Foundation Impact for

together, raising awareness of causes and

and recognize the incredible work of those changing our community for good.

Philanthropic Engagement • Emerging Leader in Fundraising

developing best practices and standards, AFP Central Florida Chapter works as

National Philanthropy Day 2022 Chair

Three nominees will be announced

Margaux Pagán, Director of Marketing &

this summer and award winners in this

Innovation at The Sharing Center, says:

category will be announced live at this

The Association of Fundraising Pro-

“This day is something remarkable. More

year’s National Philanthropy Day Awards

fessionals is committed to developing and

than 500 of our community’s most brilliant

breakfast on November 4 at The Ritz-Carl-

maintaining a diverse organization that

leaders connect with the spirit of generous

ton Orlando, Grande Lakes.

reflects, is responsive to, and embraces the

collaboration to honor those moving the needle forward toward progress.”

one community to ensure donors see their dreams come to fruition.

NPD Co-Chair Lauren Nelson, Devel-

diversity of the communities it serves

opment Director-Corporate Philanthropy

throughout the world; respecting and

Award categories are bestowed in two

with the Holocaust Memorial Resource &

valuing all people. AFP is committed to

categories: Distinguished Awards & Spe-

Education Center of Florida, shares: “I

promoting an inclusive, equitable and

cial Honors Awards.

have been involved with NPD for many,

accessible organization where every mem-

Distinguished Award winners is an

many years. It is an honor and privilege to

ber, volunteer, staff, and board member

opportunity to recognize individuals and

work in the social sector and be a part of a

can realize their potential and have their

organizations who have demonstrated

national philanthropic movement.”

contributions valued.

exceptional leadership throughout their

National Philanthropy Day serves as a

To nominate deserving individuals, cor-

career or personal philanthropic ventures.

vital fundraiser for the local chapter of the

porations, foundations, civic and service

The 2022 National Philanthropy Day

Association of Fundraising Professionals,

groups, and nonprofit organizations in Cen-

which is an international organization

tral Florida, visit afpcentralflorida.org/npd.

Distinguished Awards categories are: 64

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