Palm Beach Illustrated August 2024

LEADING LIGHTS

FEATURES

46 IT TAKES TWO

Meet three local power couples who elevate the meaning of partnership to the next level By Stephanie

Gates

52 NORTH STAR

Our report on the latest developments in the thriving communities of Northern Palm Beach County By Paige Bowers

58 WILD EDIBLES

Keep it fresh from Florida with recipes inspired by ingredients native to the Sunshine State By Jules

Aron

69 THE PALM BEACH 100 PBI presents this year’s list of Palm Beach County’s most influential business leaders

Soirees from the social

Flower Power Daily and Palm Royale’s powerful flowers

22 AROUND TOWN

The Lilly Pulitzer Suite at Eau Palm Beach, Lil Cake Club, and more

24 Q&A

Soccer player Anders Sulisalo introduces the sport of padel to West Palm Beach

26 PROFILE

NFL Hall of Famer Cris Carter joins FAU

29 IT LIST

Lust-worthy designer collections

30 THE LOOK

Pump up your everyday wardrobe with luxe athleisure wear

32 THE EDIT

Games our editors like to play 34 BIJOUX

Cash in on the coin trend in jewelry

SAVOR

107 OPENINGS

Ona Coastal Cuisine on Singer Island offers the ultimate summer fare

108 LOCAL BITES

Chill out with our editors’ favorite iced and frozen drinks, Lily’s Handmade Ice Cream, summer poolside wines, and more

114 SIP WITH PBI

Raise a glass to a renowned New Orleans spirits convention by sipping a Sazerac HOME

117 DESIGN

A powder room gets a glow-up with whimsical color and pattern

118 ELEMENTS

Japanese garden–inspired decor

120 HERITAGE

The distinctive architectural styles of Palm Springs and Palm Beach

130 TRENDING

Magnesium’s myriad health benefits

132 GOOD NATURE

Shifting perspectives to transform the future

CULTURE

135 TOP BILLING

Experience Tswalu Kalahari Reserve via the ultimate private safari at Loapi

40 ESCAPE

Explore the magical riches of Marrakech

42 FLORIDIANA

Visit three of South Florida’s most familyfriendly resorts before back-to-school

44 HIGH ROAD

Aston Martin’s 2025 Vantage coupe

BALANCE

123 FOOD FUEL

Mangoes from a Delray Beach farm play a starring role in summer

124 HEALTH & FITNESS

Makeup tips for mature skin, local author Cash Lambert’s insights into surf therapy, wellness offerings from AKA West Palm, handmade windowsill gardening kits, and more

Fever’s Candlelight Concert at First Presbyterian Church

136 CALENDAR

What to see and do this month

SOCIAL STUDIES

140 PALM BEACH MAGAZINE

Hot parties, beautiful people

LAST WORD

144 REAL TALK WITH...

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Editor in Chief Daphne Nikolopoulos

Creative Director

Olga M. Gustine

Executive Editor

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Managing Editor Allison Wolfe Reckson

Fashion Editor Katherine Lande

Automotive Editor Howard Walker

Travel Editor Paul Rubio

Lifestyle Editor Liza Grant Smith

Libations Editor Jules Aron

Web Editor Abigail Duffy

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Art Directors

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CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

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A few months ago, I was at a cocktail party celebrating last year’s class of The Palm Beach 100, and a guest of a guest asked me in a hushed tone, “How does one get on the list?” It wasn’t the first time. The truth is, we get requests all the time from people “asking for a friend,” and the answer is always this: The only way to be named among Palm Beach’s 100 most influential leaders is to earn the honor through achievement, innovation, and involvement.

This month, we present the 2024-25 edition of The Palm Beach 100—our community’s brightest lights from a variety of industries. Collectively, these individuals form the engine that has driven growth and positive change in Palm Beach County, and we’re delighted to turn a well-deserved spotlight on them. Flip to page 69 to learn more about the 100 people you need to know now.

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TOGETHER TIME

Many schools reopen this month, so why not squeeze every last ounce of fun from summer? Check out some of our favorite family-friendly resorts for one last hurrah. Page 42.

LIKE A NATIVE Who knew you could do so much with beautyberries? Jules Aron has foraged Florida’s wild ingredients and compiled five delish recipes for the confirmed locavore. Page 58.

Speaking of people making a difference, we invite you to meet three exceptional couples who exemplify the power of two. When two individuals, both brilliant in their own right, combine forces, fireworks happen. Take Ashley and Ed Brown, for example. Together they started the Selfless Love Foundation to help foster youth find forever families, and their advocacy efforts have led to legislation protecting the privacy of those children. And that’s only one achievement in a line of many. Read about the Browns and other, equally accomplished power couples in “It Takes Two,” on page 46.

If you live on the north side of the county, or have been there lately, you probably have noticed the explosion of development from Singer Island to Jupiter. As more and more new residents put down roots in Palm Beach County, idyllic places like the northern communities beckon to a new breed of suburbanites—those who want top amenities but also broad swaths of green and a sense of community. The north county has all that and more. We explore the latest developments as well as the exciting opportunities coming around the bend, in “North Star” (page 52).

Enjoy the issue, and what’s left of summer. The season will be here in a flash.

Daphne Nikolopoulos

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ALLEN-LOWE / ASOMA / BRAGUIN / DUNBAR / FERREN / GEN PAUL / GERRMAN / GRENVILLE

GORRITI / JACKSON / LOBDELL / MANN / NOAH LANDFIELD / NOVOA / ONSLOW-FORD PUIG / RAUH / RIBAS / SIMBARI / SIMONSEN / SIPP-GREEN / VON ARTENS / WRIGHT

SETTING SAIL FOR THE LIBRARY

WHO: West Palm Beach Library Foundation WHAT: Yacht Cruise and Dream Auction WHERE: West Palm Beach Municipal Dock HIGHLIGHTS: Guests sailed aboard the Grand Princess during the foundation’s record-setting fundraising fete.

DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS, MARY ANN DUPONT

MELISSA SULLIVAN, DIANE MYERS

TERRY AND LAUREN DUFFY

JESSICA CUNNINGHAM, TIFFANY MEYER, STEPHANIE GATES, KIP O’BRIEN

MARGARET MORASKIE, STEVE MAYANS, DIANNE BERNSTEIN

JOSEPH AND MAX MCNAMARA

JOSEPH SINGER AND MISH TWORKOWSKI

TINA MUNROE, SOPHIA STONE

JORDAN RATHLEV, DEAN DIMKE

AARON NOSBISCH AND SKYE SHERMAN

DYLAN PRESTON, JULES ARON

IDA IDAOVA, EMILY PANTELIDES, ANGELA REYNOLDS, JENNA KUSKIN

HAPPY TAILS FOR LOCAL PETS

WHO: Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League

WHAT: Happy Tails spring fundraiser

WHERE: The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach

HIGHLIGHTS: Supporters savored light bites and a signature cocktail, and met seven dogs looking for loving homes. The event raised more than $560,000 for shelter animals in need.

CHRISTINA AND BRIAN FLAHERTY

PAULINE PITT AND JERRY SEAY

TED COONEY, CALLIE BAKER HOLT

STEPHANIE AND STEVE SHAFRAN

KEVIN CLARK AND JAMES BERWIND

SAM AND VICKY HUNT

THOMAS QUICK, LESLY SMITH

MARIANNE POWERS, ELLEN MERRIMAN

EMILIA FANJUL PFEIFLER, JOSE PEPE AND EMILIA FANJUL, FRANKIE PFEIFLER

JOSE PEPE AND EMILIA FANJUL

NAVY SEAL EVENING OF TRIBUTE

WHO: Navy SEALs WHAT: Sixth Biennial Palm Beach Navy SEAL Evening of Tribute WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: More than 550 guests gathered in support of the Navy warfare special warriors during a patriotic evening co-chaired by Elliot Hershberg, Michael Kluger, and Matthew K. Smith.

PATTY AND PETER GARVY

TRACY SMITH, HECTOR DELGADO

MATTHEW K. SMITH, ELLIOT HERSHBERG, MICHAEL KLUGER

KAREN HERSHBERG, MICHAEL DONNELLY

CAMERON LICKLE, NICK CONIGLIO

MARY ELLEN JAY, U.S. REPRESENTATIVE DAN CRENSHAW, JEFFERY JAY

MARGIE MCCLOSKEY-O’NEIL AND STEVE O’NEIL

JOHN VER BOCKEL AND KITTY CARBONARA

RICK KAISER, ROBIN KING, GRANT MANN

STEVEN POWELL, SEAN PYBUS

75 YEARS OF SERVICE

WHO: Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County WHAT: Justice For All Celebration WHERE: Kravis Center, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Guests toasted the organization’s 75 years of service, as well as the volunteers and donors committed to ensuring equal justice for all.

FLORIDA SUPREME COURT JUSTICE RENATHA FRANCIS, DANIELLE SHERRIFF

HOWARD AND JULIE RUDOLPH

EDRICK BARNES AND SIA BAKER BARNES, BOB BERTISCH, ABIGAIL AND HAMPTON BEEBE

CRAIG WILLIAMS, RIC BRADSHAW, LIZ QUIRANTES

MARK AND LYNDA BIDEAU

GRIER AND KRISTY PRESSLY

MELANIE JACOBSON, ATESH CHANDRA

BILL BONE, CYNTHIA FRIEDMAN

MARTI LATOUR AND GEORGE ELMORE

DREW AND JIN HANLEY, BLAKE HANLEY AND MUMBI O’BRIEN, DENISE AND DANIEL HANLEY

AN EVENING ON ANTIQUE ROW

WHO: Historical Society of Palm Beach County

WHAT: Evening on Antique Row WHERE: Antique Row, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The twentyninth annual event saw a record number of attendees who celebrated in support of educational programs for children in local schools.

MARISSA MURPHY ADRIAANSE, PENNY MURPHY

MAUREEN CONTE, RICK ROSE

NICHOLAS SPINELLI, TAYLOR MATERIO

RACHEL TESSOFF, ADRIENNE RAPTIS

CHRISTINA LAMBERT, BILL BONE

LORNA JAMES AND WEST PALM BEACH MAYOR KEITH JAMES

JEFF ALDERTON, JOHN ARCHER, RICHARD JOHNSON JR.

JULIA MURPHY, KRISTEN BARDIN

GEORGE ELMORE AND MARTI LATOUR

JEREMY AND SUNNI JOHNSON

A GLITTERING GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY

WHO: Palm Beach Symphony WHAT: Fiftieth Anniversary Gala WHERE: Kravis Center, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: A symphony of 500 supporters raised more than $1 million during the elegant evening. The funds will support the organization’s continued growth and mission to bring programs and music education to students in Palm Beach County.

ALICIA DAHILL, HERBERT WERTHEIM

ADOLFO ZARALEGUI AND JAMES BORYNACK

LOIS POPE, BILL PORTER

DAVID MCCLYMONT, ARI RIFKIN

KEM AND BILL FRICK

LINDA AND GARY LACHMAN

PATRICK PARK, GERARD SCHWARZ, EMANUEL AX

CRAIG DICKMANN, MICHELLE DUBOIS, REBECCA KIRSCH

CATHIE BLACK AND TOM HARVEY, ALISON HARVEY

MARIETTA MCNULTY, ALFONSO CAMIÑAS-MUIÑA

NEW&NOW

THE INSIDE TRACK TO EVERYTHING PALM BEACH

Flower Power

Watching Apple TV+’s Palm Royale this spring—and anticipating the show’s second season—meant falling a little more in love with the far-out place we call home. The characters, plot, and fashion got their deserved limelight, but Jill Brooke of Flower Power Daily—who examines how flowers intersect in news, pop culture, design, fashion, art, decor, wellness, and psychology—says the unsung hero of the series was its florals.

An author and journalist, Brooke spent years covering entertainment but always nurtured a personal affinity for flowers. “As an overly sensitive soul, I have always been attracted to flowers and fascinated by them,” she says. “While I was covering topics exploring the human experience, as a hobby in my free time, I dug deeper into the histories of flowers and their cultural relevance. Flowers throughout history have

been healers and sources of inspiration for the human experience.”

Today, Brooke owns Buxton Pond Farm Center in Bedford Hills, New York, a horse and flower farm where she has gained a deep respect for the growers, breeders, and scientists who do the heavy lifting before florists apply their artistic touch; is a columnist for trade publication Florists’ Review ; and received the American Institute of Floral Designers 2023 Merit Award for contributing to new conversations about flowers as a floral historian. Her book, Gathering Life Lessons Through Flowers , is slated for publication by end of year. (flowerpowerdaily.com)

Turn the page for a Q&A with Brooke about the power of flowers in Palm Royale and beyond. —Skye Sherman

Flower Power

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PBI: How were flowers used in Palm Royale to elevate the show?

Brooke: Flowers make any scene come alive; they breathe life into the set and enhance whatever the decor may be.

Explain how the flowers and colors in Palm Royale matched the characters.

In Palm Beach grande dame

Norma’s mansion, set decorator Ellen Reede [ellenreede.com] created an Old World, timeless, but slightly antiquated splendor with rich jeweltone colors; florist Ines Garstecki [flowermaid.com] was then tasked with creating floral matches.

Norma’s parlor…[had] burgundy peonies, tobacco roses, teddy bear sunflowers, gerbera daisies, etc. On the contrary, Dinah Donahue’s home was more modern for the time…and Garstecki used Casablanca lilies or chinoiserie vases with plumosa and white agapanthus, while the home of Evelyn Rollins featured pastels in

the bathroom and sunset tones in other rooms.

What were arrangements like at the end of the 1960s?

Very dense and structured, with a lot of A-line shapes.

How was a 1960s aesthetic recreated with flowers in the show?

Not only did Ines do massive research, she also replicated some of the arrangements found in period books, including The Gracious Art of Flower Arrangements by Susan Pulbrook.

How have arrangement styles changed since then?

Post-’60s, floral arrangements became very airy and influenced by English gardens; today, it’s all about greenery and wispy flowers. —S.S.

Dress It Up

WHAT’S NEW IN CLOSETS AROUND TOWN

If you watched Clueless in the ’90s and pined for a virtual closet to make wardrobing a breeze, fashion industry veteran Kate Davidson Hudson has come to the rescue with the launch of Vêtir, an AI-driven smart shopping and styling app. The West Palm Beach–based white-glove concierge service and styling team can create the smart closet of your dreams: the app’s AI learning will optimize how you shop and manage your wardrobe, offering up outfits for various occasions from your own closet and personalized recommendations for what to add next. (vetirapp.com)

Beyond yachting, the Town of Palm Beach Marina has entered the fashion fray with a new collection of apparel and accessories—including polos, longsleeved athletic shirts, belts, hats, umbrellas, mugs, totes, towels, and playing cards—all featuring the marina’s anchor and rope logo with a campaign-style border in a nod to Palm Beach’s nautical traditions. (shop.townofpalmbeach marina.com) —S.S.

Palm Royale’s distinctive floral arrangements reflect the personalities of the show’s characters as well as the aesthetics of the 1960s.

NEW&NOW

IT’S LILLY’S WORLD

Sweet Success COLLABS

Palm Beacher Kayla

Live in a world of Lilly for a weekend at the Lilly Pulitzer Suite at Eau Palm Beach. Featuring the chic blue leopards of Lilly’s Dandy Lions print and decor from the Lilly Pulitzer x Pottery Barn collection, the 1,000-square-foot oceanfront balcony suite also has shell pillows, bamboo mirrors, and Lilly light fixtures to up the coastal ante.

“The bursts of color and energy are sure to bring a smile,” says Michelle Phillips, Eau’s director of brand and marketing. “We chose Dandy Lions because it naturally complements the Jonathan Adler interiors, and we wanted to maintain the integrity of his footprint to create a whimsical and vibrant suite that celebrates everything Palm Beach.”

The suite is available through September 8 and includes exclusive amenities like a Lilly beach bag and towels to use during the stay. (lillypulitzer.com, eaupalmbeach.com) —S.S.

Young is proof that magic hap pens at the intersection of passion and drive. In early 2023, she started casually making cakes on the weekend while working as the creative coordinator for a women’s clothing boutique in Jupiter; after a little over a year spent teaching herself to bake and decorate, the 27-year-old is the proud founder and owner of a flourishing cake studio. Lil Cake Club recently expanded from her home to her own allpink commercial kitchen in The Warehouse District.

“Leaving behind the comfort of my 9-to-5 to pursue my passion full-time and pour all of my creativity and energy into making beautiful cakes for beautiful people so far has been immensely rewarding,” Young says. “It was a bold risk, but one that I will never regret.”

Young specializes in a vintage look that has become supremely trendy in recent years—Lambeth-style piping on heart-shaped cakes—though her designs are customizable with various colors; fillings like fresh strawberries, crushed Oreo, Nutella, and peanut butter; and toppings like silver disco balls, maraschino cherries, pearls, beading, and, of course, cheeky verbiage in chocolate block letters or buttercream piping. (instagram.com/lilcakeclub) —S.S.

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

Muriel Kaplan was born with art in her veins. This month, the prolific local sculptor, teacher, collector, and philanthropist celebrates her 100th birthday, and her touch on the cultural community is undeniable.

Kaplan worked with the late Mary Montgomery to establish West Palm Beach’s Robert and Mary Montgomery Armory Art Center. A sculpture and ceramic center there bears her name, made possible by an endowment fund established by her son, Jerry. Kaplan also taught at the Norton Museum of Art and served as board member for the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County.

About her work she says, “A portrait sculpture is a three-way affair; the sitter, the artist, and the material must all come to terms with each other if the sculpture is to become a work of art.”

Kaplan’s work has exhibited at the Norton, Brooklyn, Cleveland, and other museums and found homes in institutions, including the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell University and the Columbia University Law Library. Although no longer at her workstand, the centenarian was honored this year with a Florida Artist Hall of Fame nomination for her life and legacy. —Susie Stanton Staikos

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“ I STARTED PLAYING PADEL OVER A DECADE AGO DURING TRIPS TO EUROPE AND HAVE BEEN HOOKED EVER SINCE.”

PADEL PUSHER

SWEDISH SOCCER PLAYER ANDERS SULISALO IS BRINGING PADEL—ONE OF THE FASTEST-GROWING RACKET SPORTS SINCE PICKLEBALL—TO THE PALM BEACHES

BY JUDY ALEXANDRA DIEDWARDO

The first state-of-the-art padel club is opening this month in West Palm Beach, bringing to the Palm Beaches a sport that has been popular throughout Europe and South America for decades and is quickly gaining ground in the United States. A cross between tennis and pickleball, padel offers the added thrill of an enclosed four-wall court like racquetball. “I started playing padel over a decade ago during trips to Europe and have been hooked ever since,” says Anders Sulisalo, 40, who moved to West Palm Beach from Sweden 17 years ago following an injury that ended his professional soccer career. “We can’t wait to welcome everyone to the Padel Club West Palm Beach. It’s the new, cooler golf.” (padelclub.us)

PBI: What inspired you to bring padel to Palm Beach County?

Sulisalo: Shortly after moving here, I started playing with a Palm Beach family that has a padel court in their backyard. That friendship turned into a business partnership and shared desire to build Palm Beach County’s first standalone, luxury padel club. We found the perfect location to accommodate the 6,000-squarefoot complex that features a clubhouse, one indoor court, and three outdoor courts.

Is it hard to play? Not at all. It’s built for everyone

regardless of athletic ability and more about playing the ball wherever it lands—including off the two glass walls on each end and the mesh fencing that surrounds the court. It’s also easy on your body because it’s played on Astroturf versus concrete.

Is the inspiration behind this launch tied to promoting health and wellness? Absolutely! We’re introducing a new way to get a great workout that’s also very social. It’s the best of both worlds.

What are the structural

requirements?

Each court is 33 feet wide and 66 feet long and framed with a mesh fencing enclosure with a mesh net across the middle of the court and tempered glass walls on either end.

Can you talk about the clubhouse design?

We have an indoor/outdoor café and bar, lounge, and locker rooms designed by Palm Beach designer Caitlin Kah Interiors to be one of the premier padel clubs in the country and a sophisticated entertainment destination to socialize, host events, and network.

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NFL HALL OF FAMER CRIS CARTER JOINS FLORIDA

ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY’S FOOTBALL COACHING STAFF

TO HELP STUDENT ATHLETES SOAR

BY PAIGE BOWERS

When NFL Hall of Famer and longtime Boca Raton resident Cris Carter reflects on his life, he thinks of the coaches who pushed him to be the best he could be on and off the field.

“I didn’t grow up with a father in the home,” he says. “My coaches became very, very important as far as what I was doing. The first real strong influence had to be my high school coach. His

“ WE’RE VERY, VERY EXCITED ABOUT THE POTENTIAL OF THIS SEASON AND VERY EXCITED ABOUT THE FUTURE.”

wide receivers of all time, Carter is also regarded as someone who is gifted at using his own experiences to teach and reach young men wherever they are.

ing sure they understand how important their overall growth is to us in the program,” he says.

But he’s also helping student athletes see beyond a life full of Xs and Os. According to the NFL, only 1.6 percent of NCAA players make it to the professional level, so Carter works with athletes to make sure they’re enrolled in the best degree programs for them and encourages them to participate in community service that could lead to future employment in South Florida.

ability to push me outside of what I thought my ability would be was what really lit a spark in me and helped me realize that I wanted to be involved in coaching.”

Last fall, Carter got his wish when Florida Atlantic University (FAU) football coach Tom Herman hired him to be the executive director of player engagement. Though he is considered one of the greatest

“Cris is one of the most selfless people I have ever met,” says former University of Florida coach Urban Meyer. “He [was] always willing to help a young person who was in need.”

And he’s willing to do it pretty early in the morning. When players come for practice at 6:30 a.m., Carter says he is there, the way his old coaches were, ready to talk about what it takes to be successful and how to best use the resources around them to accomplish their dreams. “I’m always checking on them, mak-

Practicalities aside, there’s still the excitement of the new season. Last year the Owls won four games, but Carter says they’re looking to win double that in their 2024 campaign. With approximately 40 new players and a faster-moving offense and defense, Carter shares that the team has made great strides.

“We’re very, very excited about the potential of this season and very excited about the future,” Carter adds. “We do believe that we can be fighting for our conference championship this coming November.” «

FAU football coach Tom Herman with Cris Carter

ANNOUNCING NEW GALLERY DIRECTOR

Arturo Duran Joins Market Auctions Team of Experts

Market Auctions (Palm Beach, Florida), a leading auction house in the world of fine art, jewelry and collectibles, is delighted to announce the appointment of Arturo Duran as its new Gallery Director and Auctioneer. With a wealth of experience in the art industry and a passion for curating exceptional collections, Arturo is poised to lead Market Auctions into a new era of auction excellence and innovation. As the Gallery Director, Arturo Duran will be responsible for overseeing the curation of Market Auctions prestigious exhibitions and auctions. With an impressive track record in both the national and international art scenes, Arturo brings a fresh perspective to the company, poised to expand the already outstanding portfolio of fine art and collectibles for upcoming sales and consignments. “Arturo is a true visionary with a deep appreciation for art and a commitment to fostering creativity and expansion,” said Jacob Kodner, Managing Partner of Market Auctions “We are excited to welcome him to our team, and we believe that his expertise and leadership will be instrumental in elevating Market Auctions to new heights.” Arturo Duran’s career spans over 15+ years of experience in various roles, including curator, art historian, and auction manager and auctioneering.

September 4th Art, Antique & Jewelry Sale

The Online sale features the widest variety of luxury, one-of-a-kind and limited-edition investment quality collectibles offering a wide variety of fine art, antiques & jewelry including over 200+ items.

September 11th Appraisal Day

Schedule an appointment by calling us directly at 561-237-5222 or email info@marketauctions.com

Left to Right: Jacob Kodner and Arturo Duran

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CURATED FINDS, LUXE ACCESSORIES, AND RUNWAY REPORTS

First to Know

IT LIST BE A FASHION INSIDER WITH THESE LUSTWORTHY COLLECTIONS

BY KATHERINE LANDE

1. UP YOUR GODDESS GAME WITH GOLD: Chef, TV host, and best-selling author Daphne Oz collabs with Soru Jewellery on Siren featuring heirloom-quality pieces by Turkish and Italian artisans. The Baguette bracelet ($370), Daphne Oz x Soru Siren collection, sorujewellery.com | 2. CHANNEL BEING A STYLE ICON: The newly launched Grace de Monaco brand offers accessories, fragrance, and home decor. Margot sunglasses ($425), Grace de Monaco, 100 percent of profits support Princess Grace Foundation, gdmonaco.com | 3. ALWAYS BE EFFORTLESSLY CHIC: Aerin Lauder and Mark Cross join forces with a limited collection of lifestyle accessories. Mark Cross for Aerin Garden Tote with Sneerbor Tools ($2,750), markcross.com, aerin.com | 4. ENTERTAIN LIKE A GLOBAL TASTEMAKER: Laura Kim, creative director for Oscar de la Renta and food visionary, teams up with Crate & Barrel to help you set a high-style table (prices vary), Laura Kim for Crate & Barrel, crateandbarrel.com | 5. RAISE YOUR VACATION VIBRATION: Bring a new spin on destination dressing. Salt ‘n’ Vinegar mini dress ($650), La Double J x Orlebar Brown capsule collection, us.ladoublej.com, orlebarbrown.com

STYLE

THE LOOK

STREET STYLE

UPDATE YOUR EVERYDAY LOOK WITH PUMPED UP ATHLEISURE WEAR

BY KATHERINE LANDE

HIGH STEP

LV Archlight sneaker ($1,430), Louis Vuitton, multiple locations, louisvuitton.com

MADE FOR SHADE

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BALENCIAGA

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FOOT FORWARD

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SLING SHOT

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TOE THE LINE

Dogwood Tic Tac Toe set ($205), Michael Aram, michaelaram.com

Tic tac toe spans eras and generations and is beloved equally by adults and children. My favorite way to play is with this decorative set made of marble, brass, and aluminum, featuring stone and dogwood play pieces. It’s so chic, you don’t have to put it away after a game.

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Game On

GO HEAD-TO-HEAD FOR FRIENDLY COMPETITION WITH THESE EDITOR-FAVORITE WAYS TO PLAY

PLAYING HIDE AND SEEK

Three-pack of vintage bookshelf games ($119), WS Game Company, wsgamecompany.com

Board games are not easy to store with their oversize and awkward boxes. WS Game Company offers Monopoly, Scrabble, and Clue games housed inside tomes that look like classic novels suited for any bookshelf.

—Gaylene Salomons, contributing editor

CONVERSATION CARDS

The Skin Deep {The And} Friends edition ($20), The Skin Deep, shop.theskindeep.com

FOUR SCORE

Oversized Four in a Row game ($399), Pottery Barn, potterybarn.com

When it comes to lawn games, I like to go big or go home. This oversize, all-weather version of the classic Connect Four game we all loved as kids (but redone in tones of ocean blues and white) is ready for alfresco matchups with friends and family of all ages and abilities.

—Kristen Desmond LeFevre, contributing editor

I’ll be the first to admit it: I’m not a board game gal. However, I’ll never pass up the chance to curl up with a sip, snack, and this stack of almost 200 thoughtprovoking questions by The Skin Deep to connect deeply with new and old friends alike. —Abigail Duffy, web editor

MAKE YOUR MOVE

ACROSS THE BOARD

Tiffany Facets backgammon set ($7,500), Tiffany & Co., tiffany.com

This striking Tiffany Facets set has inspired me to polish my backgammon game. The contents of its stylized carrying case in Tiffany Blue nappa leather— with facets that reflect those of a gemstone—promise hours of sparkling play.

—Allison Wolfe Reckson, managing editor

Acrylic chess set ($625), Jonathan Adler, jonathanadler.com

It’s hip to be square with this sleek, vibrant game set—ideal for permanent display on a coffee or end table. Check it out, mate. —Jane E. Enos, contributing editor

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JOURNEYS

YOUR PASSPORT TO THE MOST FASCINATING CORNERS OF THE GLOBE

Kissed by the Kalahari

EMBARK ON THE ULTIMATE, LIGHT-FOOTED PRIVATE SAFARI AT LOAPI, A SIX-HOME RETREAT IN THE HEART OF THE MASSIVE, WILDLIFE-RICH TSWALU KALAHARI RESERVE

BY PAUL RUBIO

X In South Africa’s share of the breathtaking transnational Kalahari Desert, Tswalu spans 441 square miles as a private reserve where gold-hued plant life carpets rolling sand dunes against a backdrop of red-clay earth, and elusive species like aardwolf, meerkats, and painted dogs share the spotlight with Big Five icons. The reserve’s natural beauty and abundant wildlife stem from decades of conservation efforts led by the late Stephen Boler and the philanthropic Oppenheimer family, which transformed vast farmlands into a sanctuary for the Kalahari’s delicate ecosystems.

Today, the resurrected, otherworldly landscapes of Tswalu host a holy grail of rare wildlife encounters reserved for the lucky few. By taking a low-impact, high-value approach to ecotourism with just 16 units across its highly protected Kalahari reserve, Tswalu has fostered an unparalleled experience in light-on-Earth private safari. It has bundled the luxuries of space, sightings, sustainability, authenticity, and creature comforts into a stand-alone bucket list destination.

From inset: Luxury under canvas awaits in one of Loapi’s private safari homes; afternoon tea in a private sala at Loapi.

ANDREW MORGAN

ANDREW MORGAN

Since 1995, Tswalu has shaped the Kalahari safari narrative, first with accommodations at The Motse lodge and, later, the exclusiveuse Tarkuni homestead. In 2023, the reserve introduced Loapi, meaning “the space below the clouds” in Setswana, featuring six ecochic private safari homes in a section of the reserve famed for its bounty of white rhinos and black-maned lions. Each home, starting at 3,200 square feet, includes a private open-air vehicle, guide, tracker, chef, and homathi (butler), catering to families, groups, and couples seeking a personalized safari adventure— at their own pace.

While traditional Big Five game drives are certainly possible, more often, two half-day activities focus on specific species and habitats, guided by experts who track and study

the reserve’s star residents. (It also helps that a vast team of researchers and ecologists are leading groundbreaking studies into the secret lives of the Kalahari’s greats and can radio in animal whereabouts.) One morning, for example, seek out the reserve’s pack of painted dogs and trail them through their daily hunt. That evening, search for shaggy brown hyenas hiding in the thicket or stalk the dens of rarities like aardvark, aardwolf, and Temminck’s pangolin, waiting for them to emerge and forage.

Another day, encounter white and black rhino via walking and driving safari combos or opt for a helicopter to get a drone-like view of these critically endangered giants. Later, allot ample time to meet and greet the local meerkat families. While these adorable critters often appear on game drives—like a WhacA-Mole game in real time—the presence of three habituated groups allows for up-close and personal encounters with the television sensations. Find a comfortable spot in the dirt as they groom, squabble, stand guard, dig, and forage alongside you. To be sure, no matter your wildlife objective, opportunistic sightings abound, such that your search for bat-eared foxes could be easily interrupted by cheetahs lurking in the brush or roan antelopes and oryx grazing in the valleys below. Overall, there’s so much to see that, unlike most safari lodges where three nights may suffice, Tswalu merits a minimum of five nights.

Clockwise from above: High-design homes at Loapi showcase transitional indoor-outdoor spaces and constant views of the Kalahari; experience heritage Northern Cape cuisine at Restaurant Klein Jan; mingle with the resident meerkats at Tswalu—at eye level (bottom left).

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ANDREW MORGAN

ANDREW MORGAN

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Beyond wildlife encounters, Tswalu offers a deep dive into the Kalahari’s ecology, with knowledgeable rangers and guides sharing insights gained from ongoing research projects and decades of experience. It’s also a chance to luxuriate in one of Earth’s most singular settings, especially given the vistas and amenities at Loapi. It can be a challenge to leave the confines of your high-design, steel-and-canvas domain, where you marvel at the terrain from your open-air dining room, sunken fire pit, or plunge pool, endless pour of fine South African wine in hand. Interiors are unapologetically cozy with plush couches, a wooden fireplace, and reading and sleeping nooks aplenty. Each is an idyllic place to lounge as chef surprises with sublime snacks and meals using regionally sourced ingredients, and homathi delights by catering to your every whim. At Loapi, each meal is beautifully tailored and presented as well as exquisite in taste.

When it seems things can’t get better, Tswalu ups the ante at its experiential Restaurant Klein Jan (one night included in all safari bookings). Here, award-winning chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen crafts multicourse meals blending heritage Northern Cape cuisine with storytelling, set in unique locations across the property. The visual and gastronomic journey begins with light bites outside a 100-year-old farmhouse, followed by soup in a subterranean root cellar, and another half-dozen courses with herbs, plants, and proteins you’ve likely never tried, presented in a modernist, open kitchen nestling the Kalahari sands. Like everything else at Loapi—and Tswalu in general—Klein Jan is an immersive experience celebrating the natural wonders, cultural richness, and secret luxuries of the Kalahari. (tswalu.com) «

quaint coastal enclaves.

Tswalu can be reached via regularly scheduled charter services from either Cape Town or Johannesburg, but we highly recommend the former—and not just as a layover. Africa’s worldliest city, Cape Town explodes with restaurant, hotel, and cultural offerings on par with a major European metropolis yet cast over dramatic topographical contrasts of awe-inspiring mountains, lush winelands, and

Base yourself at Cape Town’s grande dame, Mount Nelson, a Belmond hotel (belmond.com), which celebrated its 125th anniversary earlier in 2024. The history-steeped, 198-key, pink landmark is an exercise in timeless glamour with soothing, understated interiors that focus on hightouch details and, in many cases, face the grandeur of Table Mountain. Enjoy the likes of traditional afternoon tea in the Lounge, sundowners at the Planet Bar, and relaxing

spa treatments at Librisa Spa. Choose from the hotel’s exclusive activities such as an art and architecture walking tour through Cape Town with art historian Kate Crane Briggs or a snorkeling expedition with shark scientist Justin Blake through the Cape kelp forests, the same site where Oscar-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher was filmed. Consider complementing your Belmond outings with other local favorites, including the Constantia Wine Walk (constantiawinewalk.co.za), a private guided walking tour through three wine farms in the Constantia Valley with founder Matthew Sterne, and an unforgettable sunrise hike over Table Mountain, with luxury tour operator African Lynx (africanlynxtravel.com).

—P.R.

From left: Mount Nelson, a Belmond hotel in Cape Town; vineyard on the Constantia Wine Walk.

Observe more typical safari game like giraffes and more uncommon creatures like roan antelopes in Tswalu.

CAPE FABULOUS

PAUL RUBIO

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TSWALU

ESCAPE

Magnificent MARRAKECH

HISTORY, ART, AND ARCHITECTURE ARE INTRINSICALLY TIED TO THIS IMPERIAL CITY

BY KATHERINE VAN DELL

Dubbed the Red City for its buildings, ramparts, and crumbling medieval souks of beaten red clay, Marrakech has long been a source of inspiration for artists and tastemakers. A parade of sensory experiences awaits around every winding corner of the city’s medina, a UNESCO world heritage site. Wafts of boiling hides from centuries-old tanneries

commingle with the aroma of bright powdered spices and floating dust plumes sent airborne with each shake of a Beni Ourain rug. The clang of hammered metal being bent into omnipresent C curves—perhaps the inspiration behind Orientalist painter and decorative artist Louis Comfort Tiffany’s subtle maker’s mark—blends into the rumble of hand-pushed carts, the bray of donkeys, and the low flute-like tune of the city’s many snake charmers.

After a day exploring the medina, a full hammam (a steam bath, essentially) is in order. While there are numerous freestanding bathhouses to choose from, hotels both large and small often offer a hammam onsite. A traditional Moroccan house (or riad) is typically built around a central courtyard

with a water feature, and many in the medina have been converted into hole-in-the-wall boutique hotels. One such spot is Villa des Orangers (villadesorangers.com). Originally constructed in the 1930s, this former private home is nestled near the Koutoubia Mosque and boasts a light-filled courtyard, where sun filters through blossoming orange trees and shines on the Zellige-tiled floor.

While the geometry and color palette of Moorish architecture provide the structure of Marrakech, the influence of the French protectorate (1912 to 1956) lingers in subtle ways. French painter Jacques Majorelle purchased land in the area in the early 1920s and set about establishing a glorious garden that he eventually enhanced with a Cubist villa designed by architect Paul Sinoir. Majorelle patented his own color, Majorelle Blue, which he used extensively throughout his garden and was inspired by the vibrant colors of the tiled city surrounding his oasis.

Fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent and his business partner, Pierre Bergé, purchased Jardin Majorelle (jardinmajorelle.com) in the 1980s and sought to restore both the gardens and its villa. In 2017, the Yves Saint Laurent Museum (designed by Studio KO and built adjacent to the gardens) opened to the public. Bergé, who passed away in September 2017, had previously commented that it was natural to erect a museum dedicated to Saint Laurent in Morocco because his designs, from the colors to the forms, were so indebted to the country. The designer’s ashes were scattered at Jardin Majorelle, his legacy that of a man endlessly beguiled, like so many others, by this place and its beauty. «

Scenes from Marrakech, clockwise from left: the central courtyard at Villa des Orangers; the Cubist villa and gardens at Jardin Majorelle; a visit to a souk in the medina; an architectural detail at the Madrasa Ben Youssef.

FLORIDIANA

FAMILY THERAPY

BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS, TREAT THE KIDS TO A LAST HURRAH AT SOUTH FLORIDA’S MOST FAMILYFRIENDLY RESORTS

MAKING MEMORIES

The Breakers Palm Beach perfectly marries style and fun to ensure families make forever memories. The adventure begins at a luxury poolside bungalow, where a concierge is available to bring tropical drinks (the skinny piña colada in a coconut is an adult favorite, while kids adore the frozen lemonade) and food from Ocean House.

The resort’s Family Entertainment Center is a haven for families. With its 4,500-square-foot playground, mini golf course, arcade with classic games and a video game lounge, and endless activities for kids, the center offers fun for all, including parents, who can dine leisurely at the adjacent Italian Restaurant while the little ones play.

Children also can tee off with

PLAYTIME WITH A PURPOSE

the John Webster’s Junior Golf Academy or hit the courts with The Breakers’ Junior Tennis Academy. And little girls have their own Spa Petite for mommy-and-me time. Ice cream mani-pedi, anyone? (the breakers.com) —Marlowe Dunn Flom X 1 2 3

Acqualina Resort on Sunny Isles Beach takes children’s programming seriously. The resort has partnered with Ayana Rodriguez, founder of Miami-based childcare company Itavi, to revamp its AcquaMarine program into a premium learning experience for kids aged 4 to 12.

Based on the concept of meaningful diversions, the program incorporates five child development “pillars” with activities structured around exercise, reading, arts and crafts, playtime, and cultural immersion. For example, salsa dancing would satisfy both the exercise and cultural pillars, while a marine life puppet show would qualify as playtime with a learning component. As its name suggests, AcquaMarine is ocean-themed, so many activities center around the sea and all its creatures. From seashell arts and crafts to beach cleanups, children learn about ocean sustainability while having fun.

The best part is that it allows parents to have an adult vacation, secure in the knowledge that their children are well looked after and enriched on multiple levels. (acqualina.com) —Daphne Nikolopoulos

ANIMAL INSTINCTS

Hawks Cay Resort in the heart of the Florida Keys indulges the family that craves up-close-and-personal interaction with local sea life. It’s the only resort in the contiguous states to offer a variety of programs to get in the water with a pod of bottlenose dolphins, including the chance to be a trainer for the day. It also hosts family-friendly fishing outings for the angling-oriented crowd, including tarpon, redfish, and snook excursions on the Florida Bay.

For kids-only adventures, the resort’s Camp Hawk invites young vacationers to the Coral Cay Activity & Adventure center to learn about local sea life (including feeding tarpon!), coral reefs, and the chance to be a pirate or mermaid for the day. The kiddos may never want to go home. (hawkscay.com) —M.D.F.

AD-VANTAGE ASTON

ASTON MARTIN’S NEWLY REDESIGNED VANTAGE COUPE PACKS A PUGILISTIC 656-HP PUNCH

BY HOWARD WALKER

There’s this lovely British expression “suited and booted.” It describes when someone dresses to impress in formal business attire, typically a dark, slim-fitting suit with spit-andpolished footwear. It’s a look perfected by British tough-guy Jason Statham in The Transporter series. It’s Colin Firth in Kingsman. And, naturally, it’s Daniel Craig as Bond, James Bond 007. For me, Craig’s best suited-andbooted look was him in that pinch-tight, Tom Ford chalky-gray two-piece in No Time to Die.

If there’s a car that best defines “suited and booted,” it must be the latest offering from Aston Martin, the just-revealed 2025 Vantage. It’s a gorgeous piece of automotive design—oozing with visual drama and the very height of cool. Parked alongside, the Aston’s arch-rival, Porsche’s 911

Turbo, looks a little milquetoast. Its new front-end takes the classic Aston grille from the now dearly departed Vantage V12 that debuted in 2022 and makes it 38 percent bigger. But the new grille is not there just to give the car a prettier face. The Mercedes-AMG sourced 4.0-liter, twin-turbo V8 that powered the previous Vantage V8 has been pumped up to deliver a mighty 656 hp. That’s an impressive 30 percent, or 128 hp, increase. Max torque, a better measure of a car’s fun factor, is up 15 percent to a stump-pulling 590 lb-ft. According to Aston, this new power plant can slingshot the Vantage from standstill to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds, and not quit slingshotting until the speedometer is showing 202 mph.

Alas, a casualty of this new, more dynamic Vantage is the beloved twin-turbo 5.2-liter V12 that powered the last Vantage V12. Part of the reason is that the new V8 delivers virtually the same performance as the V12, with fewer of those nasty emissions.

While a V12 has gone from the new Vantage line-up, Aston execs just announced an updated 12-cylinder that’ll power an upcoming flagship model, likely a new DBS. It’ll be rated at a staggering 824 hp with 738 lb-ft of torque. It’s part of the company’s quest to move the brand further upmarket.

HIGH ROAD

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656-HP

590 LB-FT 0-60: 3.4 SECONDS TOP SPEED: 202 MPH

LENGTH/WIDTH: 177/83

INCHES WEIGHT: 3,538

Other big news for the new Vantage is the car’s upgraded interior. The previous cabin had hard-to-see instruments and fussy switchgear. This Vantage essentially adopts the interior of the latest DB12. Everything from its redesigned steering wheel and the crystal-clear digital instrument display, to the 10.25-inch center console touch screen and the stubby electronic

shifter is a huge improvement. The 2025 Vantage comes with Bowers & Wilkins 390-watt, 11-speaker audio, with the option of a 1,170watt surround sound set-up with 15 speakers.

To complement the car’s power, the handling has been honed and heightened. The torsional rigidity of the bonded-aluminum chassis is increased 7 percent for even sharper responses. Add to that new Bilstein DTX adaptive shocks with five settings and 21-inch forged alloys

wrapped in new, super-grippy Michelin Pilot Sport S rubber, specially developed for the car. Aston’s strategy to move more upmarket is seen in the sticker price of this new Vantage. Where the outgoing model started at $151,000, this new version kicks off at an eye-watering $194,400. Too much? Remember, a new 911 Turbo range kicks off at $197,200. As for driving an Aston that has the same suited and booted panache as Bond himself, just priceless. «

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TWO IT TAKES

THE PERFECT PAIRING BETWEEN INDIVIDUALS WELL-MATCHED IN AMBITION, ACCOMPLISHMENT, AND COMPASSION IS A RARE AND ADMIRABLE OCCURRENCE. WHEN THEY CELEBRATE AND SUPPORT EACH OTHER, CREATING SOMETHING NEW IN THE COLLABORATION, THEIR FORCE IS UNSTOPPABLE.

BY STEPHANIE GATES | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JERRY RABINOWITZ

BUILDING A LEGACY

Ashley Brown is the hardest working person in the room.

That’s coming from her husband, Ed Brown. The 20-year CEO for The Patrón Spirits Company turned the fledgling liquor purveyor into the largest tequila brand in the world when it sold in 2018 for $5.1 billion. Not one to sit still, he recently launched Weber Ranch 1902, a vodka made from 100 percent blue agave, under his new company, Round 2 Spirits.

The feeling is mutual. In fact, the support for one another is not only paramount to their relationship; it’s palpable.

The couple met when Ashley, working as a reporter and web hostess, interviewed Ed and competed against him in a racecar simulator. He was chairman of Clear Sports and a professional racecar driver. Ashley lost the race (and broke the simulator), but Ed was hooked: they were engaged three months after their first date.

“She makes me better every day,” Ed says. “People think being the CEO is a great thing, but it’s the loneliest job in the world. With Ashley, I feel like there’s nothing I can’t share with her.”

Ashley agrees. “I respect Ed and admire him, and I am in awe of what he has accom-

plished and is still doing.”

Adopted as an infant, Ashley has a passion for helping children in foster care find forever families. During their engagement, she shared her desire to start a nonprofit, and together the couple launched the Selfless Love Foundation, an organization designed to transform the child welfare system. Her biggest win? The foundation’s advocacy team worked for new legislation in Florida to create secure photo listings for children in foster care who are available for adoption. It passed unanimously and became law in July.

“When we got engaged … he said he would support me and the foundation, but that I had to do all the work,” Ashley says.

It’s been nine years, and Ed hasn’t wavered on that promise, though “when I said she has to do the work, I didn’t think it was going to be seven days a week, 15 hours a day,” he laughs. “I just try to get her out there so the rest of the world can see how special she is.”

Indeed: Ashley will be awarded the George H. W. Bush Points of Light Award this October in Washington, D.C.

“It’s really special because Selfless Love will live on forever and will be our legacy,” Ashley says. “In this way, our love story will also live on forever.”

CHANGING PERCEPTIONS

Polo seems to be an exclusive and unattainable sport—but Wellington’s polo powerhouse couple disagree. Marc and Melissa Ganzi say it’s a family affair and have worked tirelessly to change the perception of the sport.

It started in their family when Marc’s father, who played for three decades, bought his daughter-in-law a polo pony for her birthday in 2000. Marc wasn’t into the sport, but that changed quickly.

“Marc was an Aspen-raised ski racer and had no desire to play polo despite the fact that he was raised in a horse-obsessed ranching family,” says Melissa of her husband of almost 30 years. She joined forces with her father-in-law and convinced Marc to give it a try. “Naturally he fell in love … and has been playing ever since.”

The Ganzis own the Grand Champions Polo Club in Wellington and the Aspen Valley Polo Club in Colorado and have been instrumental in growing polo nationwide. “Marc and I want everyone to have the chance to learn about and experience polo at every age, gender, economic, and ability level,” says Melissa.

The couple host tournaments and offer scholarships. Their World Polo League is the only 26-goal polo—the highest level of the sport—outside of Argentina. In 2019, Melissa became the first woman to win the Snow Polo World Cup in St. Moritz. She continues to serve as a mentor and champion for other females in the sport. The Ganzis’ children, Grant and Riley, are highly involved in polo, and the couple use polo to raise funds for organizations like the Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation, Wounded Warrior Project, Kids Cancer Foundation, YMCA of the Palm Beaches, Sentebale, Forever Family, and more.

“If we can help create that access and use polo and the clubs as platforms for community work and charities, then we have succeeded in changing the narrative,” says Marc, who serves as CEO of DigitalBridge Group Inc. He is full of praise for his wife, who he admits is the better rider.

“[With] Melissa in polo and me in digital infrastructure, we are constantly breaking the barriers and institutional perspectives,” says Marc, crediting communication skills and time management as the key to their success. “This is critical to a successful partnership, friendship, and marriage.”

For her part, Melissa says Marc “is the most kind and generous man I know.”

Hair and makeup: Deborah Koepper, Deborah Koepper Beauty, Palm Beach

Location: Grand Champions Polo Club, Wellington

DOUBLE VISION

A conversation with Katherine and Gary Parr feels like being part of a Parisian art salon: humbly cerebral, socially conscious, and culturally aware, with a hint of sophisticated luxury. The two met at a fundraiser for the New York Philharmonic in 2009 when Gary served as chairman of the board.

“Kate stood out as the most beautiful woman there,” says Gary, who learned she gave up a career in fashion to teach at a Title 1 school in New Jersey. “I told her she was the most interesting person at the event, and I invited her out for tea.”

The couple married in 2016 and continue to focus their respective talents and mutual interests in the areas of education, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship. Gary says his wife leads with her empathy. And Katherine says, “Gary is a visionary. He can see what’s next.”

Integrity runs deep for the Parrs. In fact, Gary founded and is the chairman of the Parr Center for Ethics at his alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He also served as the chairman of Venetian Heritage and produced about 10 films, including critically acclaimed titles like Boys Don’t Cry and Proof His full-time work is as senior managing director of Apollo Global Management, the world’s largest alternative asset manager.

Not easily outdone, Katherine, who was discovered by famed photographer Patrick Demarchelier and worked in-house for Diane von Furstenberg, spearheaded a cross-cultural education exchange between her students at the school in New Jersey and a school in the Middle East through the United Nations Girls Education Initiative. She was accepted into the Fulbright Specialist Program for her business and academic expertise, and she is a jewelry designer. Queen Rania of Jordan and Rafael Nadal are fans, and her pieces have been privately exhibited for King Charles at his home, Clarence House. Locally, Katherine serves on the board of the Town of Palm Beach United Way.

In 2016, they launched Parré Chocolat, a luxury dark chocolate company with sustainable business practices. They’ve also combined their strengths to support Palm Beach Lakes High School, another Title 1 public school, where they sponsor a group of Shakespeare-enthused students to see the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival—an event the Parrs help produce.

“Philanthropy is where we envision our future together—a place where we can use our time, talent, and treasury to make a difference,” Katherine says. “That’s where we see the future of our teamwork.” «

Hair and makeup: Deborah Koepper, Deborah Koepper Beauty, Palm Beach Location: Parr residence, Manalapan

StarNORTH

GREAT SCHOOLS, NEW HOUSING, AND HIGH-END AMENITIES ARE AMONG THE MANY REASONS WHY NORTHERN PALM BEACH COUNTY HAS BECOME A HOT NEW HUB FOR BUSINESS, LIFE SCIENCE RESEARCH, AND LUXURY LIVING

BY PAIGE BOWERS

Northern Palm Beach County has become a hotbed of real estate and commercial development in recent years in large part because its political leadership won’t allow just anything to be built. More than two decades ago, it began developing a comprehensive—and well-thought-out— vision for what would make the area attractive to developers, businesses, and potential residents.

What drove that vision? The residents themselves.

“What we’re doing here is based on what the residents are asking for,” says Chelsea Reed, mayor of Palm Beach Gardens. “We’re trying to make sure those who have lived here and those who are coming can find a place they can call paradise.”

Along the Intracoastal Waterway, luxury waterfront condominium developments such as Nautilus 220 and The Ritz-Carlton Residences are beginning to rise from the concrete. New office buildings are also part of the equation, with companies like Florida Power & Light Company among the enterprises that are choosing to either base themselves in the area or expand their operations there. Golf courses such as Jack Nicklaus’ and Justin Thomas’ Panther National, and virtual golf ventures such

Clockwise from top: DiVosta Towers Class A office buildings in the heart of Palm Beach Gardens; Nautilus 220 condominium; River House restaurant docks in the Marina District.

Opposite page: marina view from The RitzCarlton Residences

as Tiger Woods’ and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports have arrived as well. Add to that great schools such as The Benjamin School, new hospitals, a large mall, and award-winning fire and safety services, and you’ve got a place that has become the ne plus ultra of South Florida’s live, work, play communities.

“For investors to buy in, they have to know what leadership is willing to support,” says Kelly L. Smallridge, president and chief executive officer of the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County. “And what [the North County] has created here is something that will last a long time and not change with political leadership. Its culture, ambience, cleanliness, and safety make [Northern Palm Beach County] desirable, and that’s what families want.”

Each year, Palm Beach Gardens’ city

council conducts a resident survey to determine how to use its annual budget. What it found this past year was that 96 percent of its residents loved living in the town and would recommend it to others because of its low crime rate and quality amenities such as

restaurants and stores. In a municipality that enjoys 50 percent green space, its residents say they want more of it, as well as more bike paths and well-shaded sidewalks. Solid infrastructure that offers residents the option to get where they need to go in their cars, on their bikes, by public transportation, or on foot is what has made these communities more sustainable and led to a wide range of real estate investment.

“Palm Beach Gardens is brand-new and fresh,” says Daniel S. Catalfumo, founder of Catalfumo Companies, one of the largest family-owned and operated commercial real estate developers in South Florida. “And they are very, very strict on what they allow to get built here, which brings the level of quality up to a level that is unlike anywhere else in South Florida.”

From inset: Panther National’s 18hole championship golf course and clubhouse; the Marina District.

COURTESY

For those who left major cities such as New York during the COVID-19 pandemic, North County municipalities have offered newcomers more property for their dollar and all the sunshine they could possibly want.

“No matter where you are in the North End, the lifestyle can’t be beat,” says Chris Cox, a Realtor with Douglas Elliman. “There’s golf, yachting, seven miles of publicly accessible beach, and a large portion of the area is dog friendly. You’re 10 miles away from Palm Beach if you need it. And it’s only 15 minutes to the airport and the private jet airport.”

Just because it isn’t on the island, doesn’t mean you can’t get the same level of luxe.

Catalfumo is building The Ritz-Carlton Residences, where prices begin at $4 million, on 14

Gardens.

The residences will be situated near the Marina District, which the city established to promote sustainable development along the Intracoastal Waterway. The area, which includes restaurants such as The River House, Waterway Café, and Seasons 52, will provide greater access to public waterways, improve quality of life along the waterfront, and make a positive economic impact. Boat storage has been doubled in the area, so that

waterfront acres in Palm Beach

From above: The Ritz-Carlton Residences’ amenityrich pool area; a glimpse of the exceptional views from the property’s Residence A great room.

“ IT’S KIND OF LIKE BAKING A CAKE. YOU HAVE TO DO IT IN A CERTAIN WAY. IF YOU DON’T HAVE ALL THE INGREDIENTS, IT DOESN’T WORK.” —DANIEL S. CATALFUMO

people can enjoy the waterway after a meal, or during a long weekend.

“You go to the pool, and a person brings a towel out to you, so you won’t have to drag your towels out from your condominium,” says Catalfumo of the Ritz project. “If you are on vacation for three weeks, and you needed your refrigerator stocked before you came back, you can call [Ritz-Carlton staff] and they will do it for you. You know when you pull up out front, the doorman will know your name and welcome you back. It’ll be a different experience than living in a condominium. Because of the level of service, they make sure nothing is broken. They’ve thought about everything you might possibly need.”

Further west on PGA Boulevard, there’s Avenir, a 5,000-acre development with 2,500 acres of preserve and nature trails; biking,

walking, and golf cart paths; a farm; clubhouses; dog parks; world-class golf; and a yet-to-be-completed town center that will boast 400,000 square feet of retail and restaurants. It also is developing its own charter school and 200,000 square feet of medical facilities. Alton Homes, which is also located further west, will be getting its own 150-bed medical facility, called the Alton B. Miller Medical Center.

Knitting this all together is a transit district that includes bus systems, trolleys, and bicycle paths that will make it easier for residents to get around. Smallridge says the city would like to see a Brightline Station in the area of the mixed-use development project at Loehmann’s Plaza, but the rail hasn’t committed to a Palm Beach Gardens stop yet. If plans materialize, the station likely would be constructed through a public-private funding arrangement.

The northern part of the county has come a long way since the 1950s and 1960s, Smallridge says, when aviation companies like Pratt Whitney brought in workers with good salaries who settled with their families in the area. Back then, the community was only built for people to get around in their cars. Now that that’s changed, other companies such as Aerojet Rocketdyne, Carrier Global Corporation, and Zimmer Biomet have been lured to the area by the county’s attractive relocation and expansion incentives.

Catalfumo’s main corporate offices are in PGA Station, where he, in partnership with The Richman Group, has 396 apartments under construction that should be completed this fall. Catalfumo says an additional 620 units have been approved to be constructed in 2025, with 10 percent devoted to workforce housing. In the same development,

construction on a 200,000-square-foot office building will begin by year’s end. The goal is to bring in more people, which will bring in more business, and he says the city’s master plan has a certain order to the way it wants things done.

“It’s kind of like baking a cake,” he says. “You have to do it in a certain way. If you don’t have all the ingredients, it doesn’t work.”

Smallridge also pointed to North County’s flourishing life sciences community, which has the potential to become a major center for brain research between the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation, and Florida Atlantic University’s Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute.

C. Danvers “Dan” Beatty, executive director of the Northern Palm Beach County Im-

provement District, says he anticipates that another large parcel of land nearby will be developed as a scientific research and development facility for the University of Florida.

Catalfumo says that the North County’s meticulous planning has yielded a nicer looking place to live, where people don’t drive by typical shopping centers and see parking lots. The buildings are situated on the street instead, he says, with the parking tucked out of sight. He cited the Marina District as another ideal piece in this puzzle, where you have your boat, restaurants, and a place to live, all within a certain corner.

“It’s the place to be,” says Catalfumo, a longtime resident of the area. “There [are] over 75 restaurants within a mile or two. We’ve got the mall here. We’ve got everything we could possibly want at our fingertips.”

Views of Avenir’s entrance (above), in-progress town center (right), and clubhouse (opposite page) offer insight into the scope and scale of the 5,000-acre development. Below: PGA Station houses Catalfumo’s main corporate offices.

By Jules Aron

Photography by Gyorgy Papp

coastal

Sandy beaches, wetlands, and swampy marshes make up the diverse South Florida terrain. This backyard jungle is the perfect home for a treasure trove of exotic fruits and plants. The luscious guava, tart hog plum, wholesome Seminole pumpkin, tangy sea grape, creamy Florida avocado, and striking beauty berry are among the region’s homegrown bounty. Here, we celebrate the Sunshine State’s vibrant flora with recipes that spotlight these unique ingredients.

Guava and Honey SORBET

THISREFRESHING DESSERT IS AT ONCE LIGHT AND RICH WITH TROPICAL F VORS

INGREDIENTS

6 large guavas

3/4 cup honey or agave syrup

3/4 cup filtered water

Juice of 1 large orange

Juice of 2 limes

• Halve the guavas and scrape out all the pulp. Measure 3/4 cup of the pulp. In a small saucepan, combine the honey or agave syrup and water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the guava pulp, orange juice, and lime juice. Set aside to cool.

More About Guava

Guava trees have a long history in the southern part of the state, with Spanish explorers introducing them in the early sixteenth century. Guava is typically harvested from fall to early winter. Incredibly versatile, guava can be used in a range of dishes, including preserves, smoothies, ices, and pastries.

• Add mixture to a blender and pulse. Pour the syrup into a resealable container and chill for at least 2 hours. Stir the syrup and then pour it into an ice cream machine and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Alternatively, pour the mixture into a shallow glass dish and freeze for 4 hours, scraping the mixture every 30 minutes with the tines of a fork. Serve in a coupe glass or freeze directly into the halved guava shells.

Sunshine Citrus AVOCADO SALAD

THIS SA D BRINGS TOGETHER THE CREAMINESS OF FLORIDA AVOCADO, THE TANGINESS OF LOCAL CITRUS, AND THE CRUNCH OF WATERMELON RADISHES

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup local greens and sprouts

1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented

1 orange, peeled and segmented

1 Meyer lemon, peeled and segmented

1 Florida avocado, thinly sliced

1 medium watermelon radish, thinly sliced

1 tbsp. quick-pickled red onions

1/4 cup blackberries

Salt and pepper to taste

Honey lime vinaigrette (recipe below)

1 tbsp. black sesame seeds

• Layer the greens and sprouts, segmented citrus, avocado slices, and watermelon radishes on a plate. Add the onions and blackberries, and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with honey lime vinaigrette and finish with a peppering of black sesame seeds for contrast.

HONEY LIME VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice

1 1/2 tbsp. Florida-made honey (such as Palm Beach Creamed Honey)

1 garlic clove, minced

1 pinch salt and pepper

3 tbsp. olive oil

• Whisk together the lime juice, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified.

More About Florida Avocados

Known for their large size and smooth skin, Florida avocados have been cultivated in the state since pre-Columbian times, when they were introduced by indigenous people from the Caribbean. Harvested from June to January, Florida avocados are great in smoothies, guacamole, and salads.

More About Seminole Pumpkins

The Seminole Tribe of Florida has cultivated Seminole pumpkins for centuries. From late summer to early winter, look for mature pumpkins with a vibrant orange color. The sweet Seminole pumpkin can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes, including within soups and pies, or roasted as a side vegetable.

Seminole Pumpkin SOUP

Pumpkin

SERVED WITH A DOLLOP OF SOUR CREAM AND TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS, THIS VELVETY SOUP SHOWCASES THIS NATIVE PUMPKIN’S CREAMY TEXTURE AND NATURAL SWEETNESS

INGREDIENTS

1 4-lb. Seminole pumpkin

4 tbsp. olive oil (divided)

1 large yellow onion, chopped

4 large garlic cloves, minced

4 cups vegetable broth

1/2 tsp. cumin

1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk

Sour cream and toasted pumpkin seeds to garnish

• Preheat an oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Halve the pumpkin and slice each half once more. Brush the flesh with 1 tbsp. olive oil and place the pumpkin slices cut side down on the baking sheet. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes or until the flesh is easily pierced with a fork. Set aside to cool.

• Once cooled, scoop out the flesh. In a pot, add the remaining 3 tbsp. olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic over medium heat until they are translucent. Add the pumpkin flesh, vegetable broth, cumin, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 15 minutes until the flavors meld together.

• Transfer everything to a blender and puree the soup until smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the soup hot with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds for added crunch.

Pickled Wild Plums AND SEA GRAPES

A DELICIOUS MINGLING OF

A DELICIOUS MINGLING OF SWEET, SOUR, AND SALTY, THIS COMBINATION OF WILD PLUMS, SEA GRAPES, ONIONS, AND PICKLING BLEND MIGHT BE THE MOST AUTHENTIC TASTE OF THE STATE

INGREDIENTS

2 lb. wild plums, halved

2 lb. sea grapes

2 medium red onions, sliced

2 cups water

2 cups red wine vinegar

2 1/2 cups sugar

2 cinnamon sticks

8 whole allspice

4 whole cloves 1/2 tsp. salt

• Pack the plum halves, sea grapes, and red onion slices into sterilized canning jars. In a large stainlesssteel saucepan, combine the water and red wine vinegar and bring to a boil. Add the sugar, cinnamon sticks, allspice, cloves, and salt. Return to boiling, stirring until sugar dissolves.

• Remove from heat and pour hot liquid over the plums, sea grapes, and red onions in jars, leaving a 1/4-inch headspace. Adjust lids. Process filled jars in a boilingwater canner for 5 minutes. Remove jars from canner and let cool. Keep on the counter for 2 days then transfer to the refrigerator for 2 weeks.

More About Sea Grapes and Hog Plums

Sea grapes have been a popular fruit along Florida’s coastline for centuries. The clusters of red, grape-like fruits are typically found on sandy shores and barrier islands, mainly from late summer to fall. Just remember that, like mangroves, sea grapes growing along Florida’s coast are protected and cannot be picked and consumed without a permit. Hog plums, also known as wild or Spanish plums, are also indigenous to Florida. Both have a long history of consumption by Native American tribes.

Beauty B ry COMPOTE

THIS VIBRANT, SIMPLE COMPOTE IS THE PERFECT SWEET TOPPING TO SPOTLIGHT THIS WILD NATIVE’S ONE-OF-A-KIND COLOR AND F VOR

INGREDIENTS

3 cups fresh beauty berries

2 tbsp. lemon juice

1 tbsp. raw sugar

1/4 tsp. orange zest

1/4 tsp. fresh ginger (optional)

• Remove any stems from the berries. Place the berries in a saucepan along with the lemon juice, sugar, orange zest, and ginger if using. Cook over medium heat until the berries release their juice and the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Once cooled, transfer the compote to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Add a tbsp. of chia seeds for a thicker, jam-like consistency. Uses vary but can include over doughnuts, pancakes, yogurt, or ice cream.

More About Beauty B ries

The beauty berry is native to Florida and thrives in various soil types. These vivid berries have a long history in Native American culture and were recognized by the Cherokee and Creek tribes for their medicinal properties, including to treat colic

and dysentery.

big thank

to Daniel Ramos of Red Splendor Farm (redsplendor farm.com) and Sierra Monk Malnove of Palm Beach Creamed Honey (creamedhoney.com) for being

SETTING THE STANDARD

PALM BEACH

THE PALM BEACH 100

2024-2025

Meet this year’s class of 100 Palm Beach County residents who are making their mark on business, philanthropy, and community. Their vision and leadership has helped shape Palm Beach County into the thriving, dynamic destination that everyone wants to call home. Turn the page to read more about the remarkable individuals who made this year’s list.

The Palm Beach 100

PAUL ADKINS

Chairman and CEO

Florida Peninsula Insurance Company

Adkins is the chairman of Florida Peninsula and Edison Insurance Companies, two homeowner’s insurance companies headquartered in Boca Raton that serve nearly 150,000 customers in the State of Florida. Previously, he acted as the strategy and operations consultant at Booz-Allen-Hamilton and general manager of Americas for the Stratos Global Corporation. Adkins lives in Boca Raton with his wife, Kathy. They have two daughters: Lauren, who graduated from Vanderbilt, and Caroline, who is a student at Princeton.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” —Walt Disney HIDDEN TALENT: I used to play saxophone in a jazz group that played in local nightclubs.

FIRST JOB: I was a bag boy at the local A&P grocer.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Being named Business Leader of the Year for the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce and a recipient of the Men with Caring Heart Award

FAVORITE BOOK: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams WHAT HE WOULD TELL HIS YOUNGER SELF: Do the right thing and good things will happen.

ROSALYN “SIA” BAKER-BARNES

Shareholder, Civil Trial Lawyer

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, P.A.

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Best Lawyers in America,” Baker-Barnes is a board-certified civil trial lawyer by The Florida Bar. In her 20year career, she has pursued justice for victims in personal injury, medical negligence, and product liability cases and lectures throughout the country on catastrophic injury cases. Baker-Barnes has achieved numerous multi-milliondollar verdicts and settlements, including the landmark $20 million verdict against RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company that reached the United States Supreme Court.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.”

HIDDEN TALENTS: Sports reporting, party planning, and karaoke rapping WHO WOULD PLAY HER IN A BIOPIC: Kerry Washington or Gabrielle Union

FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOTS: Peru, Ecuador, Galapagos

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Co-founding the Palm Beach County Sheree Davis Cunningham Black Women Lawyers Association; elected president-elect-designate of The Florida Bar; a past president of the Palm Beach County Bar Association; achieving board-certification as a civil trial lawyer

FAVORITE BOOK: The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America’s Great Migration by Isabel Wilkerson

LOUISE ARMOUR

Managing Director

J.P. Morgan Wealth Management

As the head of the Armour Group, Armour is responsible for leveraging the firm’s resources to provide comprehensive wealth management to high-net-worth families, corporations and their executives, family offices, and entrepreneurs. She is a wealth partner, named to the J.P. Morgan Wealth Partner’s Council to represent her peers, and was recently a recipient of the inaugural J.P. Morgan Chairman’s Award. She is passionate about advancing women’s opportunities in the workplace and supporting diversity and inclusion. Armour and her husband live in Wellington and have two grown children, Alexandra and Michael.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but the one most adaptable to change.” —Charles Darwin BEST ADVICE SHE’S RECEIVED: There’s no such thing as a fair fight.

FIRST JOB: Working at Belmont Racetrack during high school and college summers

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: The Chairman’s Award at my firm as it is voted on by management and my peer group. Also being named to Barron’s Top 1,200 and Top Women Wealth Advisor, and the Forbes Top Wealth Advisor Best-in-State, Top 100 Women Wealth Advisor, and Top Wealth Management Team Best-in-State.

MIKE BAUER

General Manager Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium

A Florida native, Bauer is in his fifteenth season at the helm of America’s busiest ballpark, serving as General Manager of Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium and Jupiter Stadium, Ltd. He is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the 110-acre complex, which is home to six professional teams and year-round baseball. When he’s not at the ballpark, the University of Florida graduate is often found supporting Palm Beach County and serving on various boards. Bauer is heavily involved with the Jupiter Police Foundation, Leadership Palm Beach County, and the Palm Beach County Sports Commission; he also was recently named the Chairman of the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE FACED: Managing a baseball complex during the COVID-19 pandemic

STARTS HIS DAY: I run through my daily calendar over a Diet Coke. I have tried co ee, but never grew to like it. I then listen to a podcast or YouTube to learn something new while getting ready.

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: Yellowstone National Park. I cannot wait to see the mountains and natural beauty of that area.

The Palm Beach 100

CHARLES L. BENDER III

Founding CEO, Board Member Place of Hope

Bender is the founding CEO and a board member of Place of Hope, a faith-based and state-licensed, family-style residential child-caring agency for abused and neglected children. In his 20-plus years at the helm, the nonprofit has built campuses in Boca Raton, Palm Beach Gardens, and Hobe Sound, plus newly acquired properties in Stuart and West Palm Beach. He is known as a thoughtleader in foster care, adoption, homelessness, and human trafficking, as well as fundraising, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship. His capital campaigns have built reserves that ensure Place of Hope can operate debt-free and that its mission can continue to leave a lasting legacy. Bender is married with three children.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness, and all other things shall be added unto you.” —Matthew 6:33 ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Live a life of purpose. Pursue your calling. Life is short—make it count.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Requiring and maintaining organizational excellence while experiencing significant growth and expansion. Also, maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit and principals when interfacing with bureaucracy.

MARTHA BJORKLUND Head

Palm Beach Day Academy Lower School

A seasoned educator with 40 years of experience, Bjorklund has transformed Palm Beach Day Academy’s (PBDA) Lower School into a vibrant place to learn since arriving six years ago. Under Bjorklund’s leadership, PBDA’s Lower School has experienced dramatic growth; she oversees 350 students and 63 faculty and staff members. Bjorklund has implemented numerous initiatives and programs and guided her faculty on best-practice teaching methods. She has formed strong partnerships with local and world-renowned business leaders, scientists, and experts in a variety of fields for the benefit of her students. Bjorklund and her husband, Brad, are the proud parents of Charlie and Kate.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” —Benjamin Franklin

MAKES HER SMILE: Seeing the smiling faces of children arriving at school each morning SECRET TO HER SUCCESS: I believe that by forming meaningful relationships and strong bonds with students, faculty, and parents, you can make a di erence.

HOBBIES: Cooking, reading, gardening, and tennis

STARTS HER DAY: Morning walk to school with my husband and then putting on the co ee

GUILTY PLEASURE: Pistachio croissants

BARRY S. BERG

Board Chair

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County

In addition to his longtime generosity and involvement with the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County, Berg has served as founding chairman of Leadership Palm Beach County, founding board member of the Children Services Council, and as Florida Chair of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). He currently serves on the ADL National Commission. Berg recently retired after a more than 30-year professional career in wealth management. He and his wife, Margie, along with their two sons and four grandchildren, reside in Palm Beach County.

EDUCATION: George Washington University ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Do not give up on your dreams. Perseverance, as well as the commitment you make to yourself, is invaluable.

BEST ADVICE RECEIVED: If you support your community, your community will support you. I feel grateful and humbled that I have the time and capacity to contribute to the Palm Beaches in a meaningful way.

WHAT SCARES HIM: So many people don’t understand how fragile our democracy is. We must treasure it.

HOBBY: Playing duplicate bridge, often with my wife and friends

RANDY D. BLAKELY

Executive Director

Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute, Florida Atlantic University

Blakely holds the David J. S. Nicholson Distinguished Professorship in Neuroscience at Florida Atlantic University, is Professor of Biomedical Science in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, and is the founding Executive Director of the FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute. Blakely is widely known for his lab’s cloning of molecules responsible for the homeostasis of neurotransmitters including serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. He has published more than 350 research papers and his discoveries have resulted in more than a dozen patents. Blakely is a passionate educator of young scientists and the public in brain science. He directs the Neuroscience Graduate Program at FAU.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Inducted into the U.S. National Academy of Inventors; election to the American Academy for the Advancement of Science; and recipient of the Neuroscience Educator Award from the Society for Neuroscience

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Trying to find the light during dark times

ADVICE TO YOUNGER SELF: Ask the family questions you think can wait until later.

HOBBIES: Birdwatching, nature photography, golf, music

FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOT: Wine country, wherever that takes me

FAVORITE BOOK: The Panda’s Thumb by Stephen Jan Gould

The Palm Beach 100

ROGER BROWN

President, Co-Founder

ACS Laboratory

Brown co-founded Florida’s first cannabis testing lab, ACS Laboratory, in 2016, growing it to the largest third-party testing and compliance lab for cannabis and hemp in the eastern United States. ACS has developed unique testing methods for cannabis, hemp, and mushrooms, promoting industry-wide standards for clean and safe products. ACS has achieved 82 cumulative Emerald Test badges, the highest among U.S. labs. As a member of ASTM International, Brown helps establish global standards for cannabis laboratory tests and supply chain procedures. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida and resides in Highland Beach, where he indulges in cycling and boating.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Trouble with you is the trouble with me; got two good eyes and you still don’t see.” —from Casey Jones by the Grateful Dead ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): For any new journey, my advice would be to commit to hard work, seek out a mentor whose guidance you trust, and value their insights from their wealth of experience. Above all, remember to never ever give up, ever.

BEST ADVICE HE’S RECEIVED: Trust few, verify everything, and never follow the crowd.

MICHAEL J. BURKE

Superintendent School District of Palm Beach County

As the superintendent of the A-rated School District of Palm Beach County, Burke is passionate about ensuring academic excellence and paving the way to post-graduate success for the district’s approximately 170,000 students. With a district employing more than 23,000 people, he oversees Palm Beach County’s largest workforce. His tenure as superintendent began in July 2021 when the school board unanimously elected him, a testament to his extensive experience with all aspects of district operations and administration spanning 25 years.

EDUCATION: Florida State University and Florida Atlantic University

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: Greece

IF HE COULD START OVER, HE WOULD: Be in the U.S. Coast Guard

FAVORITE QUOTE: “A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” —Franklin D. Roosevelt

HIDDEN TALENT: I’m pretty good with basic carpentry.

WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Edward Norton

HOBBY: Fishing

FIND HIM ON WEEKENDS: On the boat

GUILTY PLEASURE: Potato chips

FABIOLA BRUMLEY

Palm Beach County President, Senior Public Policy Lead Bank of America

As the president of Bank of America Palm Beach County, Brumley is responsible for connecting clients, teammates, and communities to the full power of the franchise, driving integration across Bank of America’s eight lines of business. She also leads the effort to deploy Bank of America’s resources to help advance economic mobility and build strong communities. Based in Boca Raton, Brumley is senior public policy lead for the Southeast at Bank of America, covering Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. She is the current chair of the Economic Council of Palm Beach County and has led efforts to help form Pathway Capital Funding to ensure Black- and minority-owned and -controlled businesses have the opportunity to obtain financing and other resources.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” —Maya Angelou

FIRST JOB: At the age of 13, I worked for my father as a data entry clerk. He was a CPA/CFO. SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: English is my third language. WHAT MAKES HER SMILE: Watching my children and grandchildren learn something new

DON BYRD President, CEO

TBC Corporation

Byrd joined TBC in April 2018 as executive vice president of TBC and president and COO of National Tire Wholesale. He was soon named president of TBC purchasing and assumed additional responsibilities as chief marketing and strategy officer. Prior to joining TBC, Byrd served as the COO and president of Tire Centers Incorporated, LLC, one of the country’s leading tire service networks and a wholly owned subsidiary of Michelin North America, Inc. He also spent 19 years at Procter & Gamble in marketing and operations roles.

EDUCATION: University of Michigan and University of Illinois

CAUSES HE SUPPORTS: United Way of Palm Beach County, Children’s Health Care Charity, Christ Fellowship Church, Epsilon Lambda Boule Foundation, and the West Palm Beach Chapter of The Links, among others

BEST ADVICE RECEIVED: The harder right is more important than the easy left.

FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOTS: Dubai, Italy, Japan, and South Africa

HOBBIES: Traveling, dining out, and playing pickleball

INSPIRATION: My wife and family—they always believe in me, no matter what.

The Palm Beach 100

KRISTIN CALDER

CEO Literacy Coalition

of Palm Beach County

Calder leads a team with a mission to improve the quality of life in our community by promoting and achieving literacy, which includes nine programs countywide serving more than 55,000 adults, children, and families each year. Her experience in professional and volunteer leadership positions in the South Florida nonprofit community spans nearly 30 years, including serving as president of the Junior League of Boca Raton and Public Relations Society of America, Palm Beach Chapter. Calder completed the Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management program through Harvard Business School Executive Education and the Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship Nonprofit Executive Program through the Florida State University College of Business.

PERSONAL MOTTO: “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” —Lao Tzu

FAVORITE BOOK: All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING IN PALM BEACH COUNTY: The weather, beauty, people, collaboration, and generosity I see each day

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Recipient of the Chamber of the Palm Beaches’ Young Athena Award and Soroptimist Woman of Distinction Award from the Soroptimist International Club of Boca Raton

LOUIS “LOU” CARTER

Founder, CEO

Best Practice Institute | Most Loved Workplace® | Get Certified

Carter’s company, Best Practice Institute, certifies companies as Most Loved Workplaces® that outperform others in employee retention, recruitment, and overall performance. Carter is an experienced entrepreneur involved in several other projects, including the Excellence Index®, Most Loved Companies®, and specialized Most Loved Workplaces® for niche groups, including women, parents, caregivers, neurodiverse individuals, and veterans. He also created and runs workplacely.com, a software platform that analyzes these top companies and sets the standards they need to meet for certification. Beyond his professional life, Carter treasures his roles as a father and husband and has been a passionate set and djembe drummer for over three decades.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” —Peter Drucker

PERSONAL MOTTO: Embrace growth, empower others.

WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Paul Rudd. He’s goofy and self-deprecating like me.

FIRST JOB: I worked as a file clerk for my grandmother at the Louis Levine Insurance Agency.

FAVORITE BOOK: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Author of seven management and leadership books; named as a “Top 10 Global Guru in the Field of Organizational Culture” in 2019

DANIEL CANE

CEO,

Co-Founder

ModMed

Cane is the co-founder and co-CEO of ModMed, a South Florida-based health care IT company. Founded in 2010, ModMed empowers medical practices to grow and scale by delivering better patient experiences with cloud, data, and AI technologies. The company currently serves numerous ambulatory surgical and medical specialty practices. Under Cane’s leadership, ModMed has been consistently recognized nationally and regionally. In 2023, ModMed was honored as Company of the Year by the BIG (Business Intelligence Group) Innovation Awards. The South Florida Business Journal also recognized ModMed as Business of the Year in 2012, 2015, 2018, and 2022 and one of the Best Places to Work in 2024.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat.” —attributed to Sun Tzu ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Your career should be at the intersection of something you love to do and something you are good at doing.

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Iceland, Japan, and New Zealand

FIRST JOB: Associate photocopy technician at Kinko’s

KATRINA CARTER-TELLISON

Vice President, Academic Affairs Lynn University

Since joining Lynn University in 2004, Carter-Tellison has served as assistant professor of sociology, College of Arts and Sciences dean, and academic dean. Among her achievements, Carter-Tellison was instrumental in building Lynn University’s Dialogues core curriculum into a nationally recognized program. She supports Lynn’s Social Impact Lab, introduced a new bachelor of fine arts degree in drama, and launched Lynn’s annual Celebration of the Arts festival. CarterTellison’s vision is rooted in collaboration, academic excellence, and a focus on the whole student. She serves on the board of trustees for the YMCA and the Boca Raton Historical Society.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “My mission in life is not merely to survive but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” —Maya Angelou ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Always learn from those who have come before you, support the work of those around you, and lift up those who are coming behind you.

WHY SHE CHOSE HER LINE OF WORK: I believe in the transformative power of higher education.

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DANIEL CATALFUMO

CEO

Catalfumo Companies

For more than 40 years, Catalfumo has played an instrumental role in the growth and development of Palm Beach County. Through his development, construction, and management firm, Catalfumo Companies, he has made an impressive contribution to the area. Catalfumo Companies is the largest privately owned development firm in Palm Beach; it has successfully completed more than 75 million square feet of real estate with a value above $9 billion. Catalfumo is favored by national corporations and government entities that rely on his expertise throughout every stage of development, construction, and management of landmark projects that have shaped the South Florida skyline.

FIRST JOB: When I was 13 years old, I started working with my father at his legendary cobbler store, Danny Shoe Repair.

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HIM: I didn’t finish high school. As a dyslexic, I was unable to take written tests, but I excelled in verbal tests and in mathematics.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Never settle for a no.

SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: Working smarter and harder than anyone else FIND HIM ON WEEKENDS: Boating, scuba diving, and riding my Harley

CLAY

CONLEY

Chef, Owner Buccan, Imoto, Grato, Buccan Sandwich Shops, Buccan Provisions Non-Profit Corporation

Now a six-time James Beard Award nominee for “Best Chef: South,” Conley has worked his way around the kitchen since his teenage years washing dishes. In 2011, he opened Palm Beach–favorite Buccan, followed by Imoto, Grato, and Buccan Sandwich Shop. In April 2020, Conley launched Buccan Provisions to mitigate Palm Beach County’s unprecedented hunger resulting from the pandemic. Today, the organization provides emergency food relief through highvolume production meal distribution, community anti-hunger partnerships, and holiday distribution operations.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: My first 25 years in this business, I was living the #chefslife, drinking and partying. I took my last drink six years ago and my whole world changed.

HOBBIES: Chicken and pig farming

FIRST JOB: My first job was on “Hardway Farm” (because they did everything the hard way). This job consisted of cleaning cow poop, building stone walls, working in a sawmill, and haying in the summer.

WHAT HE WOULD TELL HIS HIS YOUNGER SELF: Relax. Enjoy the journey. Everything will work out.

MUKANG

CHO

Founder, CEO Morning Calm Management

Cho founded Morning Calm Management, a vertically integrated real estate investment and management firm with a focus on special situation investing. Through its affiliates, the firm owns and manages approximately 10 million square feet of commercial real estate throughout the United States on behalf of private and institutional capital. Cho is a member of the President’s Council of The Real Estate Roundtable and the Cornell Real Estate Council. He is also a vice chairman of the Medical Peace Foundation, a nonprofit organization started by his father, Ambassador Key-Sung Cho, that develops free medical centers around the world. Cho graduated with a JD from Harvard Law School and a BA with distinction from Cornell University.

HIDDEN TALENT: I speak three languages.

STARTS HIS DAY: With meditation, followed by CrossFit INSPIRED BY: My wife and children for teaching me something new every day of the week WHAT MAKES HIM SMILE: Creating opportunities for people who work for me MOST IMPORTANT LESSON LEARNED (SO FAR): Never lose sight of your goal and always have faith, no matter how winding the road might be at times.

FRANNY FRISBIE CRIDDLE

Broker

The Frisbie Group

As a broker who has worked in commercial and luxury residential real estate for more than a dozen years, Criddle specializes in sales in Palm Beach and its neighboring communities. With a master’s degree in real estate finance from Georgetown University, she presents buyers with rational, analytics-based investment opportunities and sellers with insightful market data on how best to maximize their real estate investments. An integral part of the Frisbie Group, Criddle’s quantitative background, in-depth field experience, and commitment to service have earned her the loyalty of an extensive roster of high-net-worth clients.

BEST ADVICE SHE’S RECEIVED: Treat people how they want to be treated.

HOBBIES: Yoga, tennis, boxing, walking

CAUSES SHE SUPPORTS: Educational and enrichment programs curated at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium are vital to the successful progress of our West Palm Beach community. Helping families and working mothers provide stability and inspiring resources for their children is extremely important.

WHY SHE CHOSE HER LINE OF WORK: I grew up in a real estate–focused family and I enjoyed the work. It was an easy decision.

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NICOLE CUMMINGS

Program Manager for RL10 Rocket Engine Aerojet Rocketdyne

Cummings is the program manager for the RL10 Exploration Upper Stage Rocket Engine for the Artemis Rocket. She works to promote STEM within the community and is widely known as the “Rocket Lady.” She regularly visits local schools and other community organizations to help expose students to the excitement and thrills of being an engineer and working in the aerospace industry. She also serves as a member of Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science Executive Advisory Board and was recently inducted into the Florida Atlantic University Hall of Fame.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Never count yourself out. Trust the process, trust yourself, and be patient with yourself.

BEST ADVICE SHE’S RECEIVED: Never try to be the smartest person in the room. Walk into rooms filled with people smarter than you.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Getting out of my own head—I tend to be my worst critic.

HIDDEN TALENT: I have a private pilot’s license.

WHO WOULD PLAY HER IN A BIOPIC: Keke Palmer

FAVORITE BOOK: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston

DANITA DEHANEY

President, CEO

Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties

DeHaney brings an expansive skill set to her executive leadership of the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. In addition to 25 successful years in higher education managing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, she has 14 years of private industry experience working at global giants like Xerox Corporation. As the foundation’s president and CEO, DeHaney provides leadership for all aspects of the organization’s operations, emphasizing long-term goals and growth.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Immerse yourself fully in the culture of the organization. When you understand the culture, you are better able to navigate through challenges and issues as they arise. When you have a sense of the politics, the people, and the systems involved, you are better able to achieve e ciencies with your work.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Maintain joy; it should be fun.

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: The U.S. National Parks

WHO WOULD PLAY HER IN A BIOPIC: Sade

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Paris and Monaco

GUILTY PLEASURE: Gummy bears

FIND HER ON WEEKENDS: Beaching it or playing tennis

GHISLAIN D’HUMIÈRES

Kenneth C. Griffin Director, CEO Norton Museum of Art

D’Humières worked 15 years in the international auction world before moving into art museum leadership in California, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Virginia, and Florida. In 2016, he oversaw the $60 million expansion and renovation of the Speed Art Museum in Louisville, Kentucky. At the University of Oklahoma, he led the effort to develop a new 20,000-square-foot wing at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum. He later served as executive director and senior vice president of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. D’Humières joined the Norton Museum of Art in 2021 and is passionate about community engagement, fundraising, collecting, and building expansion.

HOMETOWN: Paris, France

STARTS HIS DAY: I swim every morning in the ocean. It is invigorating.

HOBBIES: Skiing, surfing, swimming, horseback riding

FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOT: Lombok, a magical island in Indonesia

FIRST JOB: Specialist in eighteenth-century furniture at Sotheby’s

FAVORITE BOOK: The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran

COLLECTS: Venetian glass by a master, Yoichi Ohira

ANDY DEHART

President, CEO Loggerhead Marinelife Center

Dehart has more than 30 years of experience working in the public aquarium industry, where his expertise in animal care couples with his passion for conservation. Since taking the helm at Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Dehart’s experience and vision helped to lead a period of growth for the center, which recently celebrated its fortieth anniversary. Loggerhead Marinelife Center is both a world-class, donation-based attraction and an active sea turtle hospital focused on rehabilitation, research, conservation, and education.

INSPIRATION: My dad introduced me to his love for the sea and marine life at a very early age and both he and my mom fostered this love as it became an amazing career.

LESSON LEARNED: No matter what business you are in, communication and how you treat people is critical.

FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOTS: Bimini in the Bahamas and Crete, Greece

FAVORITE PLACE TO GRAB A DRINK IN PALM BEACH COUNTY: Anywhere that serves our collaborative beer, Hazy IPA, by the Sailfish Brewing Co.

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DEAN W. DIMKE

Chief Executive Director West Palm Beach

Library Foundation

Dimke has provided leadership and vision to both for-profit and nonprofit organizations for the past 30 years. He is a passionate and tireless advocate to better the community throughout Palm Beach County. Previously, Dimke served as the CEO of American Red Cross Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter, where he directed the response to five major hurricanes that impacted the area in 2004 and 2005. He has also worked in the private sector in leadership positions. He lives in West Palm Beach and has three sons: Tate, Lowell, and Blaise.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Focus on what you can do—not on what you cannot do.

PERSONAL MOTTO: When growth stops, decay begins. WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Matthew McConaughey INSPIRED BY: People who keep moving forward and never let a setback keep them down. That’s the di erence between those who reach their dreams and those who do not. We all fail many times—the key is to not let that stop you. WHY HE CHOSE HIS LINE OF WORK: I started training lifeguards at age 17. That led me into a career with the Red Cross. I enjoyed helping people. That passion shaped my life and my career.

GERI M. EMMETT Founder,

Chairwoman Duffy’s Foundation

Emmett is the founder and chairwoman of Duffy’s Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 2016 in memory of her late husband, Paul Emmett. The foundation directly supports nonprofits, including the local branches of the Girl Scouts of America, American Red Cross, and Meals on Wheels of the Palm Beaches. It also sponsors special causes aimed at increasing awareness and support of important local initiatives including the Palm Beach School for Autism Project Next, Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. A resident of the Palm Beach area for more than 23 years, Emmett is the mother of Alex and stepmother of Jason and Heather.

PERSONAL MOTTO: You only have one first at everything. Make it your best.

FIRST JOB: Camp counselor at Friends Academy

INSPIRED BY: Trish McEvoy, because she taught me everything I know about business. Also by my late husband, Paul Emmett, because he was a true Renaissance man and my biggest cheerleader.

GUILTY PLEASURE: A cold vodka with lime

RACHEL DOCEKAL

CEO Hanley Foundation

Docekal has built a career focused on shifting from what is present to what is possible. Under this mantra, Docekal founded the Lyrae Group where she served as its managing director until 2023, when she returned to Hanley Foundation as CEO. Having previously led the organization from 2010 to 2015, Docekal brings a wealth of knowledge in creating strategies to support Hanley’s lifesaving programs and expansion initiatives, including a $35 million capital Campaign for Recovery. In December 2023, Docekal led the reacquisition of Hanley Center to Hanley Foundation, returning the community treatment center back to its nonprofit status. Along with an MBA, she holds a Doctor of Education.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Lean in when things seem di cult or unfair. That is when we learn the most.

FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOT: My husband Steve and I travel to the lower Florida Keys quite a bit. If we are lucky, we get to snorkel with the manatees while we are there.

NEXT ON BUCKET LIST: I want to build a house in upstate New York and spend some of the hotter months in the north.

COLLECTS: Oyster plates—I love to eat oysters with my dad.

DOUGLAS C. EVANS

President, CEO

Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce

Before helming the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce, Evans held C-level positions with national organizations in the for- and nonprofit sector. An expert in turnarounds and reorganizations, he has breathed new life into more than a dozen enterprises. A prolific fundraiser, he has raised hundreds of millions of dollars for worthy charities and received numerous awards for equal rights in the LGBT community. Evans has produced or presented more than 100 Broadway plays and musicals, including The Phantom of the Opera, and produced national tours of The Who’s Tommy and Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story. He has worked with a galaxy of celebrities including Paula Zahn, Martha Stewart, Gayle King, Shirley MacLaine, Loretta Swit. He is a Tony Awards voter.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “You are the architect of your personal experience.” —Shirley MacLaine

HIDDEN TALENT: Playwright WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Palm Beach local Tom Ford

WHAT MAKES HIM SMILE: My hometown of Palm Beach SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: Knowing what is really important

The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB) is the official economic development resource for Palm Beach County with complimentary services for corporate relocations and expansions that include:

• Site inventory on available industrial buildings, land and office space are provided through our state-of-the-art computerized tracking system.

• Site tours personally conducted by our Business Relocation and Expansion Staff.

• Information on grants, assistance, and financial incentives available through the State of Florida, Palm Beach County, and local municipalities.

• Introductions to the CareerSource Palm Beach County employee-training programs.

• Introductions to public and private educational institutions.

• Introductions to elected officials and local business leaders.

• Review of available housing and cost of living.

• Government zoning and permitting information.

• Local buyer and supplier information.

• Demographics and labor market information.

• Available services and rates for utilities, communication, and transportation.

• Introductions to banks, law firms, employment agencies, accounting firms, and all other appropriate suppliers.

• Technical presentations tailored to company's specific location requirements.

• Overview of Palm Beach County’s lifestyle, including recreational and cultural amenities.

• Research Services.

Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB)

The Palm Beach 100

MIRA FAIN

Executive Vice President, Design & Product Development

Lilly Pulitzer

Finland-born Fain’s family imported fabrics and trims from around the world. At an early age, she discovered her passion for sketching, making patterns, and sewing. Fain studied business and marketing in Finland and Germany. After designing costumes in Switzerland and selling handmade sarongs in Greece, Fain studied fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. She held design positions at high-end brands before joining Lilly Pulitzer as a design director in 2005. Under Fain’s creative leadership, the brand has evolved from a privately owned niche line into a publicly held resort wear brand.

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: My love for classic literature heavily inspires my creative process. The structured elegance found in the pages of timeless novels often finds its way into the symmetrical lines and refined details of our designs, adding an extra layer of depth to our collections. So, while you see the influence of clean lines and vibrant colors on the surface, there’s a hidden world of literary inspiration woven into every piece.

FAVORITE LOCAL DINING SPOTS: Sant Ambroeus, Le Bilboquet, Surfside (for breakfast), Imoto (best sushi on the island)

GUILTY PLEASURE: Binging AppleTV’s “Palm Royale” (where you can find some Lilly pieces!) and flipping through fashion magazines

JOSEPH FISHER

Managing Director

PGA National Resort

Fisher brings a wealth of knowledge to his current role, with more than 20 years of experience in both hotel operations and club management. He joined the hospitality industry working for the Four Seasons Hotel Company and progressed his career path to Ian Schrager Hotels while working at the Delano Hotel. Fisher then moved on to the Gansevoort New York City hotel and The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, where he received outstanding guest and employee engagement scores during his tenure. He is currently the managing director at PGA National Resort, where he oversaw the completion of the $100 million transformation and oversees all resort operations.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “I’d rather be optimistic and wrong than pessimistic and right.” —Elon Musk

PERSONAL MOTTO: We are all a work in progress.

TOP TRAVEL PICK: Florianopolis, Brazil

FIRST JOB: Delivering newspapers

FAVORITE BOOK: Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain

FIND HIM ON WEEKENDS: Playing tennis

ANDREW FILAURO

Managing Director

Oxford Financial Group, Ltd.

After graduating from West Point and serving five years as a captain in the U.S. Army, Filauro earned an MBA from Duke University. He has dedicated more than a decade to serving successful business owners and families. Today, he helps lead the Palm Beach office of Oxford Financial Group, Ltd., one of the largest registered investment advisory firms in the country. Filauro works exclusively with high-net-worth families and institutions who trust him to provide forwardthinking investment solutions and multi-generational estate planning advice that reflects their personal values.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Ask for help. There are countless people who are willing to share their knowledge and advice with those who simply ask.

WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Jason Statham. I have even signed autographs for fans who mistook me for the actor.

HOW HE GIVES BACK: I support The Fund for West Palm Beach Police with my time. The police are responsible for the protection of our communities, and I think society often takes these brave community servants for granted.

GUILTY PLEASURE: Romantic comedies

SHANNON FOX-LEVINE

President, Pediatrician Palm Beach Pediatrics

Fox-Levine is a pediatrician and owner of Palm Beach Pediatrics, where she has worked for 21 years. Her goal as a pediatrician is to give the best comprehensive medical care to children while also being an advocate for them in the community. Integrating mental health care into primary care is her special interest. She also has an interest in the business of medicine and enjoys managing her practice. Fox-Levine has been an advocate for pediatricians to improve payment for services in Florida and nationally. She and her husband have raised two amazing boys, 18 and 21, from whom she has learned the most about being a mother, which has helped her be the pediatrician she is today.

EDUCATION: University of Maryland, College Park, and University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore

FAVORITE QUOTE: “When you are finished changing, you are finished.” –Ben Franklin. I have used this quote as a mantra for our business for over 10 years to motivate our sta and patient families to embrace the inevitable change that happens in medicine, business, and life.

PERSONAL MOTTO: I wake up and choose happiness every day. “Everything in moderation” and “Variety is the spice in life” are the tenets I live by.

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SCOTT FRIELICH

Restaurateur

Subculture Restaurant Group, 3 Amigos Hospitality Group

Frielich opened his rst bar, Lost Weekend, in West Palm Beach in the 1990s, followed by an outpost in South Beach. Alongside partner Rodney Mayo, Frielich activated 20 more bars, nightclubs, and restaurants around South Florida and eventually formed Subculture Restaurant Group. In 2017, he conceived Papichulo Tacos and rolled out two locations with partners Angelo Abbenante and Cleve Mash. After forming 3 Amigos Hospitality Group with executive chef and copartner Tim Nickey, Frielich debuted Blackbird Modern Asian in Jupiter, an innovative hospitality concept that’s garnering accolades including “Best New Restaurant” and “Best Chinese” in The Palm Beach Post’s 2024 Community Choice Awards of Palm Beach County.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Our prime purpose in life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.” —The Dalai Lama TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Laying o 650 employees and closing 16 stores during COVID-19

HIDDEN TALENT: Playing drums

FIRST JOB: Burger King SECRETS TO HIS SUCCESS: Passion, hard work, and a little luck

SPERO GEORGEDAKIS

Founder, CEO Good Greek Relocation Systems

Georgedakis is the owner of Good Greek, the largest independent moving company in Florida now celebrating 25 years in business. A former police o cer who investigated moving scams, Georgedakis created a company to clean up the industry. He is now a thought leader in business and the moving and relocation industries. Good Greek Relocation Systems is the world’s rst company to o er a complete package of relocation services under one company banner. Good Greek Moving & Storage was named 2024 Mover of the Year by the National Trucking Associations.

HOMETOWN: Brooklyn, New York

PERSONAL MOTTO: I call it the “Good Greek way”: faith, honesty, strength, and courage. I have those words put on the walls of every o ce, warehouse, and storage center that we own, and they are words that I live by.

SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: It’s okay to disrupt. When I started Good Greek, I took what I learned as a member of the police force and implemented strict hiring practices that included background checks, extensive training, and retention practices. That had never been done (and still isn’t, in some cases). Don’t be afraid to rewrite rules to make sure your customer service exceeds industry standards.

JULIO A. FUENTES

President, CEO

Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Fuentes is president and CEO of the Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FSHCC). In 2000, he founded the chamber in response to the tremendous growth of Florida’s Hispanic population. Today, the chamber has grown to 38 chapters and manages a database of more than 80,000 minorityowned businesses—the only statewide economic development organization serving the Hispanic community. He resides in Wellington with his wife and children, Nicholas and Gabriella.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Please do the right thing, even when it might be easier to avoid it. You must look at yourself in the mirror each day. Are you pleased with that person?

STARTS HIS DAY: With a Cuban co ee

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADE: Named to the 100 Most Influential People in Florida Politics WHAT HE’D TELL HIS YOUNGER SELF: Your struggle will be part of your success story. FIND HIM ON WEEKENDS: At the Wellington Wave Soccer Fields FAVORITE DINING SPOT: Devine Bistro in Wellington

KEELY GIDEON-TAYLOR

Manager, Community Relations, Gannett Southeast FL Properties

The Palm Beach Post and Palm Beach Daily News , Gannett Media

Gideon-Taylor is responsible for building and nurturing internal and external business and community relationships that drive community engagement at The Palm Beach Post and Palm Beach Daily News. She oversees the philanthropic programs hosted by The Palm Beach Post, including the annual giving campaign and scholarships. Gideon-Taylor’s community engagement includes helping nonprofit and for-profit organizations raise awareness for their causes and helping them to tell their stories of impact. She beat out 860 nominees from 260 media properties in three countries to earn Gannett’s “Greatest Award for Community Cultivation.” She is president of Leadership Palm Beach County and president-elect of the Black Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County.

BEST ADVICE RECEIVED: Be unapologetic for saying “no” when you cannot commit to something.

WHO WOULD PLAY HER IN A BIOPIC: Regina King

FAVORITE BOOK: Getting to Happy by Terry McMillan

WHAT SCARES HER: Rodents

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: I’ve lived in five countries and eight states.

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CRAIG M. GOLDENFARB

Founder, CEO

GOLDLAW–The Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb

A seasoned litigator, Goldenfarb now focuses on team development and overseeing the rm’s most signi cant cases, including catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters. A sought-after speaker, he advocates for personal injury law and civil justice. Goldenfarb has founded several charities, including Heart of the Game, which provides life-saving AEDs to youth sports leagues. A Clearwater, Florida, native and Duke University alum, Goldenfarb earned his law degree from the University of Florida, inspired by his trailblazing mother. He lives in Palm Beach Gardens with his wife Colleen and is a proud father to two daughters.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Comparison is the thief of joy.” –Theodore Roosevelt

HIDDEN TALENT: I still play competitive soccer and am a certified referee.

INSPIRATION: My mom, Sondra. She was a Harvard Law School graduate and the first female teaching fellow at Harvard.

FAVORITE BOOK: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

GUILTY PLEASURE: Movie theater popcorn

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HIM: I went on a five-day, silent meditation retreat at a Buddhist monastery.

JULIEN

GREMAUD

Chef, Owner Avocado Grill, Avocado Cantina, Pink Steak

Chef Gremaud, a culinary visionary hailing from St. Tropez, France, has made a significant mark on the South Florida dining scene as the mastermind behind Avocado Grill in West Palm Beach and Avocado Cantina in Palm Beach Gardens. He expertly blends his French training with a passion for fresh, locally sourced ingredients. He has been named “Rising Star Chef” by The Palm Beach Post and earned “Judge’s Favorite” at the Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival Chef Throwdown for two consecutive years. Gremaud served as co-chair for the Palm Beaches Taste of the Nation and has helped communities in Florida and the Bahamas in the aftermath of natural disasters.

HOMETOWN: Grimaud, France

FAVORITE QUOTE: I’ll sleep when I am dead.

HIDDEN TALENT: DJ-ing

STARTS HIS DAY: Taking my beautiful kids to school and an hour of tennis

CAUSE: No Kid Hungry

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADE: Making the cover of Palm Beach Illustrated

JEFF GREENE

Investor, Philanthropist Ocean Boulevard Investments

Greene’s real estate career began during his graduate studies and continues to thrive as he remains intimately involved in every aspect of his investments. He discovered his entrepreneurial spirit early on. During winter breaks while in school, he worked diligently at The Breakers Palm Beach, showcasing his work ethic as a waiter and busboy. His determination led him to nance his own education at Johns Hopkins University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and sociology. Fueling his drive for success, Greene honed his skills at Harvard Business School, graduating with a master’s in business administration. Greene resides in Palm Beach with his wife, Mei Sze, and their three sons.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): It’s always better to buy something great at a fair price than to buy something fair at a great price.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Creating balance in my life

HIDDEN TALENT: I can still play the trumpet pretty well, despite not playing much since high school.

STARTS HIS DAY: I drive my three boys to school every morning.

SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: I am always willing to work harder than all my competitors.

SONYA HAFFEY

CEO V Starr

Haffey has led the operations of the South Florida-based interior design firm V Starr for more than 14 years. She played a crucial role in expanding its focus from residential projects to include commercial, hospitality, and multifamily properties. Haffey and the firm’s founder, Venus Williams, bring together their whimsical outlook and passionate energy to create impactful designs. Notable among these projects is the Intercontinental Hotel in Miami; the Spa at PGA National Resort; the guest rooms and corridors at the Condado Palm Inn in San Juan, Puerto Rico; Modera Coral Springs; and Icon Marina Village. Haffey was honored with the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award by her alma mater, Florida State University.

BEST ADVICE RECEIVED: I grew up reading the Prayer for Serenity and I often refer to the line: “Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the di erence.”

HIDDEN TALENTS: Painting, baking, and yoga poses. (I know this doesn’t seem like it’s a talent but the teachers usually think I am a teacher just visiting the studio and I have never taken a course.)

CONGRATULATIONS!

HCA Florida Healthcare congratulates Ashley Vertuno, Chief Executive Officer of HCA Florida JFK North Hospital, on being named a 2024 Palm Beach 100 honoree. Ashley has been a part of HCA Healthcare for seven years, a leading national healthcare network driven by a single mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life .

Ashley Vertuno, CEO, FACHE, HCA Florida JFK North Hospital

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DAVID HARRISON

Vice President, Design and Construction Related Southeast, Related Companies

Harrison is an architect who has worked for both prominent architectural design rms and major real estate development companies. Following a year in London, he joined with architect Philip Johnson in New York to design projects that include Boston’s International Place and Times Square Center. In 2006, he joined Related Companies to oversee W South Beach. Since moving to West Palm Beach in 2012, Harrison has led the design of the Hilton West Palm Beach; 360 Rosemary; 575 Rosemary; One Flagler; and the reimagination of The Square. Harrison lives in Palm Beach Gardens with his wife Elizabeth.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” —Gandhi PERSONAL MOTTO: From Thoreau: “Simplify, simplify.”

WHY HE CHOSE HIS LINE OF WORK: From an early age, I loved art, design, drawing, and construction. Architecture combined them all.

COLLECTS: Art, photography, and music. I have a large collection of vinyl albums. ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Find your passion.

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: Petra Temple in Jordan

FAVORITE LOCAL SPOT TO GRAB A DRINK: Galley at the Hilton West Palm Beach, but I’m biased since we also designed the space.

BARBARA MINELLI JAMES Vice President Baptist Health Foundation

Since joining Baptist Health in November 2017, James has raised an impressive $50 million through annual giving, private donors, fundraising campaigns, events, and corporate sponsorships. This money has been used to bring preeminent health care to South Florida through updated technologies and the expansion of world-class medical o erings, including the nationally recognized orthopedic total joint–replacement program; cardiovascular care; cancer care; vascular, endovascular, and robotic surgery; general surgery; and emergency medicine. The current Emergency Services Capital Campaign to modernize the Bethesda Hospital East Emergency Department with private rooms, smart technology, and optimized patient care is nearing completion.

BEST ADVICE SHE’S RECEIVED: Work is one of our greatest privileges. Use it wisely.

HIDDEN TALENT: My linguini al fruitti di mare

WHO WOULD PLAY HER IN A BIOPIC: Jennifer Garner

STARTS HER DAY: With gratitude, lemon water, and then co ee!

DANIEL HOSTETTLER

President, CEO

Since 2021, Hostettler has led The Boca Raton’s ascendancy as an unrivaled luxury resort and private club, a feat recently recognized by Forbes Travel Guide with ve-star rankings. A hospitality veteran with more than 25 years of executive experience, Hostettler successfully repositioned the property’s ve luxury hotels, including the redesigned Tower hotel and Tower Suite Collection and reimagined Beach Club (in time for the winter 2024 season). Previously, Hostettler was president and group managing director of the Ocean House Management Collection, where he oversaw ve award-winning New England properties. He is a member of the Cornell Hotel Society and a trustee of the Culinary Institute of America. He is also on the advisory board of the Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality at New York University.

HOMETOWN: Los Angeles, California

HIDDEN TALENT: I’m a Culinary Institute of America–trained cook, which means I have been known to roll up my sleeves and help in hotel kitchens when things get extra busy. WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Tom Selleck. He’s a great actor and my wife loves him.

KEITH A. JAMES

Mayor

City of West Palm Beach

Focused on creating a community of opportunity for all, James’ vision for West Palm Beach is resident-driven. He is committed to creating a customer-friendly culture in city hall, focusing on neighborhood initiatives, regional collaboration, and community partnerships. James is the City of West Palm Beach’s rst African American “strong mayor,” whereby the mayor is the city’s chief executive o cer directing the administrative structure. As District 4 City Commissioner from 2011 to 2019, James helped create West Palm Beach’s strategic plan, nance plan, water plan, and mobility plan. His leadership has been instrumental in transforming West Palm Beach into a booming metropolis.

BEST ADVICE HE’S RECEIVED: Dream big. Anything is possible.

PERSONAL MOTTO: To whom much is given, much is required.

HIDDEN TALENT: Cooking

FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING IN PALM BEACH COUNTY: The diversity of people, entertainment, and dining options

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: Paris, France

MOST IMPORTANT LESSON LEARNED (SO FAR): A setback is a setup for a comeback.

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DEBORAH JOHNSON

President, CEO

Trustbridge Hospice Foundation

Co-Founder

Impact the Palm Beaches

Johnson embodies an unwavering belief in the potential of people, the importance of purpose, and the transformative power of philanthropy. She has been a champion of “for-purpose” organizations, viewing fundraising not just as a transactional process but as a sacred opportunity to unite personal values with collective action in tackling humanity’s most urgent challenges. In 2015, she cofounded Impact the Palm Beaches, a women’s collective giving e ort that has invested $2 million in support of local nonpro ts. Johnson found her home and purpose in the Sunshine State alongside her husband Gary, son Jordan, and their Shelties, Daisy and Bandit. They relish family time, culinary adventures, and exploring the boundless beauty of Florida and beyond in their RV.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.”

—William Shakespeare

BEST ADVICE RECEIVED: You’ll do well on your own, but you’ll truly excel when you empower and inspire others to find their own greatness.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Witnessing my father’s battle with Alzheimer’s. It’s a cruel disease, stealing not just the mind but also the hearts of those it leaves behind.

AMY KIGHT

Executive Director Busch Wildlife Sanctuary at Abramson & Schlaggar Reserve

Kight serves as the executive director of this nonpro t organization dedicated to the protection and conservation of Florida’s wildlife and natural resources. Kight served as the sanctuary’s education director for ve years before being promoted to animal care director and then executive director in 2017. Prior to coming to Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, she served as Palm Beach County’s wildlife o cer and holds multiple certi cations including Florida Animal Control O cer and Chemical Capture, and is an internationally certi ed wildlife rehabilitator. Kight has degrees in both psychology and veterinary technology.

HOMETOWN: Lantana, Florida

STARTS HER DAY: Scrolling on social media until my dogs force me to get up.

FIRST JOB: I started volunteering for a local veterinarian when I was 6 years old. Once I was of legal age, they employed me.

WHAT SHE WOULD TELL HER YOUNGER SELF: Trust your gut. It is actually quite accurate. People will question it, but you will prove them wrong.

SECRETS TO HER SUCCESS: I am stubborn, determined, and only work harder to prove anyone wrong who tells me “no.”

ERIC M. KELLY President Quantum Foundation

Kelly has a bachelor’s of science in communications from Florida State University and a master’s in business management from Florida Atlantic University. He is president of Quantum Foundation, a West Palm Beach–based health corporation that manages a $170 million investment portfolio. As president, Kelly works with the board of directors in formulating a strategy to deploy $7.5 million annually to quali ed organizations in Palm Beach County to improve community and health outcomes. He is a corporate o cer of the foundation and manages the governing a airs of the corporation with the board of directors. Kelly oversees all administrative duties.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Seize the opportunity of a lifetime within the lifetime of the opportunity.

TOP TRAVEL PICK: Blue Ridge Mountains

GUILTY PLEASURES: Doughnuts and cereal

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Sun Sentinel Excalibur Award for Business Leadership; Florida Trend’s Florida 500; Education Foundation of Palm Beach County Outstanding Community Leadership Award; Florida Atlantic University President’s Talon Award; and Legacy Magazine’s South Florida’s Most Influential Business Leaders

THOMAS M. KIRCHHOFF

Principal

Kirchhoff & Associates Architects

Kirchho is an architect and the principal of Kirchho & Associates Architects, a Jupiter-based rm established in 1994. Originally from Philadelphia, Kirchho earned a degree in architecture from the University of Miami and moved to Palm Beach County, where he’s practiced architecture for the past 40 years. His awardwinning rm specializes in the design of high-end custom homes, primarily in the Palm Beach and Jupiter Island communities. His work with charitable organizations includes serving as chairman of the board of directors for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County and past chairman for the Historical Society of Palm Beach County.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Measure twice, cut once.

TOP TRAVEL PICK: Down East Maine in the summer is heaven on earth.

FIRST JOB: Paperboy for the Philadelphia Bulletin

FAVORITE BOOK: Mornings on Horseback by David McCullough

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HIM: I love playing on my John Deere tractor.

HOBBIES: Furniture making, boating, sailing

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WILLIAM “BILL” KOCH

Founder, CEO

Oxbow Carbon LLC

Koch is the founder and chief executive o cer of Oxbow Carbon LLC, a company that is integral to the production of aluminum worldwide and among the largest privately held businesses in Florida. The native Kansan is also the winner of the 1992 America’s Cup and four other world sailing championships, an unparalleled art collector, and a nationally recognized philanthropist. He is especially proud of Oxbridge Academy, an acclaimed middle and high school he started in West Palm Beach. The list of honors he has received for his generosity as well as business and academic accomplishments could ll a book. Koch resides in Palm Beach.

COLLECTS: Fine art, American Western historical items, America’s Cup items, and wine WHAT MAKES HIM SMILE: Seeing people I love being very happy BEST PIECE OF ADVICE: Don’t give up.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Hunneman Prize for Outstanding Originality from MIT; America’s Cup Hall of Fame; National Sailing Hall of Fame; Ellis Island Congressional Medal of Honor; CEO of the Year Award from The South Florida Business Journal; Excalibur Award from the Sun Sentinel; Outstanding Business Leader of the Year from Northwood University; Knight of the Grand Cross; and Gold Good Citizenship Medal from the Sons of the American Revolution

JEFF LICHTENSTEIN Founder Echo Fine Properties

Lichtenstein got his start in the home furnishings textile business, traveling more than 35 weeks a year selling fabrics. After the family business was sold, Lichtenstein moved to Florida and became a real estate agent. Today he is the owner and broker of Echo Fine Properties, a luxury residential brokerage that has consistently been voted best brokerage of the year. Lichtenstein manages a nontraditional model of real estate that mimics a traditional business model. Echo has 80 agents, an average of $1 million per transaction, and more than $500 million in annual sales. He serves on the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties Palm Beach Advisory Board.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “You can’t do a good deal with a bad guy.” —my grandpa, Gerald TOP TRAVEL PICKS: I loved Iceland in the 1990s, but then everybody discovered it. I have been to all 49 states. My missing state is North Dakota. TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: The Galapagos Islands FIRST JOB: Popcorn vendor at the Ravinia Festival

SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: We don’t take ourselves too seriously. All our agents feel like Echo Fine Properties is a good and fun place to be.

NICHOLAS “NICK” KORNILOFF

Executive Vice President, Director Art Miami Show Group, Informa Markets Art

Kornilo oversees the management and creative direction for Art Miami, Context, Aqua Art Miami, Art Wynwood, and Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary fairs. Kornilo has more than two decades of experience in media, art fair management, and live event production. His commitment to creating new opportunities for the international art community through the development of art fairs and collaborative partnerships has attracted some of the most prestigious galleries in the contemporary and modern markets to participate in the fairs he manages.

HOMETOWN: Roslyn, New York ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Return every phone call. Be a better listener than talker. Don’t think you’re the smartest person in the room. Find the balance between patience and persistence.

WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: George Clooney

SECRETS TO HIS SUCCESS: Making myself available to others and their creative thoughts. Connecting good and like-minded people. My discipline, work ethic, and ability to walk my talk through teamwork.

DAVID LICKSTEIN

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon, Owner Lickstein Plastic Surgery

A Harvard-trained and board-certi ed plastic surgeon, Lickstein enjoys creative problem solving, helping people feel better about themselves, and treating people of all ages. He is best known for his consistent, natural surgical outcomes in complex revision breast surgery (augmentation and explantation), facelifts, and breast and skin cancer reconstruction, as well as his caring bedside manner and community service. He was named a prestigious 2024 Castle Connolly “Top Doctor.”

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Excellence is the gradual result of always striving to do better.” —Pat Riley WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Steve Martin

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Newsweek’s “Top 100 Plastic Surgeons in America”; named by members of the Palm Beach County Medical Society as a physician to whom they would refer their families; twice voted by peers as chief of the department of surgery at Jupiter Medical Center; and named 2024 Business of the Year by the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce

SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: Always be prepared and kind.

STARTS HIS DAY: Energetically at 5:15 a.m.: Co ee, read about my cases, scan the news and sports, complete the Wordle, walk the dogs, and arrive at work by 6:15

COLLECTS: Bobbleheads

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NICK LINCA Managing Partner Provident Jewelry

Linca has been in the ne jewelry profession for nearly 20 years, bringing an exceptional level of customer service to the company. His passion for ne timepieces and his dedication to his clients have been the keys to his success. In his spare time, Linca frequently travels to the headquarters of many di erent brands to further build relationships and gain a true understanding of their approach and direction. He feels education and training are pivotal pieces of the business.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Step outside the realm of what has already been done and it could lead you to what could one day be the norm.

STARTS HIS DAY: With a cup of co ee and by contacting at least five clients before noon for non-selling conversations

FAVORITE LOCAL DINING SPOT: Sunset Sushi in Boca Raton

GUILTY PLEASURE: Fine Swiss chocolate

FIRST JOB: Making bagels, baking bagels, and being a short-order cook at Brooklyn Bagels

WHAT MAKES HIM SMILE: Seeing older married couples still in love

COLLECTS: Watches

ROCCO MANGEL

Owner

Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar

Mangel is the visionary behind Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar, one of South Florida’s most beloved staples for authentic Mexican cuisine, serving more than 300 varieties of tequila. With nine restaurants throughout Florida, Mangel’s commitment to success extends beyond his restaurants and into the communities they serve. In 2017, he announced that he was living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Since then, he has raised more than $1.1 million for the National MS Society and was the recipient of the MS Hope Award in 2018.

HOMETOWN: Hauppauge, Long Island, New York

FAVORITE QUOTE: “When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you achieve it.” –Paulo Coelho

HIDDEN TALENT: I am like MacGyver; I can fix anything!

WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Jason Statham

BEST ADVICE HE’S RECEIVED: It’s not who is right, it is who is left.

GUILTY PLEASURE: Ice cream

INSPIRED BY: My wife and my two daughters. They inspire me to be a better man. I try to behave like the man I want my daughters to marry.

DAVE LONG

CEO, Co-Founder Orangetheory Fitness

Long has been on the ground oor of several successful brands, blending his passion for tness with his business acumen. Long has been at the forefront of expanding the Orangetheory Fitness’ innovative o erings. Recently, this involved introducing two new class templates across the company’s global portfolio of more than 1,500 studios. He has played a crucial role in amplifying Orangetheory’s focus on heart rate–based interval training. Committed to nutrition and overall wellness, Long is a tness enthusiast with a knack for biohacking. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Florida.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Empty your mind. Be formless, shapeless, like water. Now you put water in a cup, it becomes the cup; you put water into a bottle, it becomes the bottle; you put it in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Now water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend.” —Bruce Lee

STARTS HIS DAY: With a co ee and cold plunge, followed by a workout of the day: OTF, strength, run, or jiu-jitsu

FAVORITE BOOK: Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia

HOBBIES: Surfing, snowboarding, mountain biking, mountaineering, running, and learning

NOEL

MARTINEZ

President, CEO Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce

Martinez’s profound insight into the local economic scene has signi cantly boosted growth and invigorated the business community. His strategic foresight and strong advocacy have been pivotal in launching initiatives that draw investments, nurture entrepreneurial spirit, and improve the business environment. Passionate about collaboration, Martinez’s ability to forge impactful partnerships has bene ted the chamber, local businesses, and government agencies alike. His exemplary leadership earned the Palm Beach North Chamber the title of Chamber of the Year and garnered him “Chamber Executive of the Year” accolades from the Florida Association of Chamber Professionals.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” —Helen Keller

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Italy, Portugal, and the Bahamas have captured my heart with their unique charm, beauty, and food.

GUILTY PLEASURE: Indulging in the enjoyment of a fine tequila

FIRST JOB: Selling T-shirts for my father at a flea market in Miami

FAVORITE LOCAL PLACE TO GRAB A DRINK: The Moose Lodge in Jupiter

SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: Leading with my heart

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TAYLOR MATERIO

Chief Development Officer

Historical Society of Palm Beach County

Born and raised in West Palm Beach, Materio has a 15-year career in nonpro t development, management, and fundraising. In addition to her role at the historical society, Materio is proud to serve her community as a councilmember for the Town of Lake Clarke Shores. After graduating from the University of Florida, Materio worked in Washington, D.C., where she advocated for a ordable housing rights on Capitol Hill. She returned to South Florida and joined her family’s business, McMow Art Glass. Materio has served on several committees and boards, including the Commission on Women and Homeless Advisory Board for the Palm Beach County Commission and as chair of the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Committee.

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: Safari in Kenya

FIRST JOB: I worked for our family business when I was 13 years old in the retail studio and learned from a young age the importance of hard work.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADE: Young Professional of the Year from the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: I love scary movies.

ANN MCNEILL

President

M.C.O. Construction and Services, Inc.; Constructively Speaking, Inc.; MCO Consulting, Inc.; National Association of Black Women in Construction; International Masterminders Association, Inc.

McNeill is the “Master Wealth Builder” helping entrepreneurs gain greater clarity in the highest income-producing areas of their business and life. She’s an expert speaker, coach, author, contractor, and the president and CEO of one of South Florida’s few African American female-owned construction companies, a multimillion-dollar construction company. She is the 2022 awardee of the Better Investing Founder Award and has been featured on CBS and ABC World News and in Black Enterprise magazine, USA Today, and Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. M.C.O. Construction and Services Inc. was founded more than 40 years ago and is still one of the leading Black-owned rms in Florida in construction management and project controls.

BEST ADVICE SHE’S RECEIVED: To invest and max out all my retirement accounts every year

PERSONAL MOTTO: You must have a dream to have a dream come true.

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Senegal and Cape Town, South Africa

STARTS HER DAY: With a daily date with myself by writing my daily a rmations and goals

HOBBIES: Reading, walking, and traveling

PATRICK MCNAMARA

President, CEO Palm Health Foundation

McNamara joined Palm Health Foundation as president and CEO in March 2017. He has spent the past 30 years in the nonpro t health and human services sector, including 18 years with Community Partners of South Florida, where he also served as president and CEO. Having spent most of his professional career in cross-sector work to improve communities, McNamara has designed and implemented initiatives in behavioral health, housing, family services, health, and nonpro t leadership. A native of New Orleans, he and his wife, Ana, are the proud parents of three children.

STARTS HIS DAY: I have three di erent sources of morning reflections that I receive daily by email. I read these three meditations before my first cup of co ee.

AT THE TOP OF HIS BUCKET LIST: Alaskan cruise WHAT HE WOULD TELL HIS YOUNGER SELF: Fear less and love more.

FIRST JOB: Mowing lawns with my brother

BEST ADVICE HE’S RECEIVED: Always keep your sense of humor, especially about yourself.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.” —Alfred Lord Tennyson

WILLIAM A. MEYER

Chairman

Meyer Jabara Hotels

Meyer is chairman of Meyer Jabara Hotels, which owns and operates 31 hotels from o ces in Danbury, Connecticut, and West Palm Beach, Florida. His real estate projects in Palm Beach County include o ce buildings, shopping centers, large raw land tracts, hotels, and Devonshire at PGA National. He also serves as chair of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Campaign for the Future, a bold initiative to support the Jewish community today, tomorrow, and forever. Meyer is on the boards of the Kravis Center, Quantum Foundation, Palm Beach’s United Way and Civic Association, and the West Palm Beach Police Fund. Following his graduation from the University of Pennsylvania, London School of Economics, and Georgetown Law School, Meyer became a member of the New York and Florida Bars. He later graduated from Harvard Business School.

STARTS HIS DAY: With 40 minutes of stretching and calisthenics

ADMIRES MOST: Bill Marriott. He started with a single co ee shop.

COLLECTS: Watches and cars

PERSONAL MOTTO: You get what you inspect, not what you expect.

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CAMILLE MURPHY

General Manager, Buyer Pioneer Linens

Born and raised in West Palm Beach, Murphy is one of the four generations working in her family business, Pioneer Linens, one of Palm Beach County’s oldest retail businesses. Murphy joined Pioneer Linens in 2007, taking over the marketing and advertising. In 2015, she took on the position of buyer, later developing the Pioneer Linens Private Label Collection of ne linens and accessories. Murphy serves on multiple charitable committees and is a board member of the South End Neighborhood Association. When she’s not working, she spends time at home with her husband and two daughters.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “More is more and less is a bore!” —Iris Apfel

STARTS HER DAY: Making breakfast with my husband and girls and then rushing to make lunches and get dressed and out the door.

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: India

COLLECTS: I’ve collected lapel pins since I was 10 years old.

FIRST JOB: Selling shoes at JC Penney’s

DROR PALEY

CEO, Medical Director

Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute

Paley founded the Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute at St. Mary’s Medical Center in 2009. It has 25 surgeons and 270 employees; treats patients from 50 states and 100 countries; has o ces in Warsaw, Poland, and Abu Dhabi, UAE; and is opening a facility in Medellín, Colombia. Paley is board-certi ed in orthopedic surgery. He has authored 10 books, 75 book chapters, and 200 peerreviewed articles. Paley lectures around the world in six languages. He has developed 100 surgical procedures, is named on 12 patents, and has created and sold six biotech companies.

PERONAL MOTTO: Dream, dare, do.

BEST ADVICE HE’S RECEIVED: Ignore what people say behind your back. Keep your head down, work hard. Publish your ideas and they cannot ignore you.

INSPIRED BY: Steve Jobs, for his innovation and ability to rise from the ashes like a phoenix

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: Antarctica

WHAT MAKES HIM SMILE: Saving a child’s limb from certain amputation and restoring them to normal function

MICHAEL OAKES

Vice President of Sales and Marketing Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa

Since 2017, Oakes has led a team of hoteliers focused on marketing, sales, revenue management, and public relations at Eau Palm Beach. He started his hospitality journey in Boston working for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company in 2003, spending more than 12 years with Ritz-Carlton properties in Boston, Philadelphia, New York City, and Fort Lauderdale. After many years working with Marriott International, he was eager to learn and understand more about the business behind independent hotels. In 2013, he took on the role of director of sales in Palm Beach at the newly independent ve-star, ve-diamond Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. Oakes resides in Boynton Beach with his wife, Jessica, and their children, Julia and James.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Try to learn something new each day and focus on personal growth.

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Lake Tahoe, Nevada; Colorado Springs, Colorado

FIRST JOB: Washing dishes at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts

FAVORITE BOOK: A Time to Kill by John Grisham

GUILTY PLEASURE: Pretzels from Wawa

EMILY PANTELIDES

President

Pantelides PR & Consulting

For more than 10 years, Pantelides has worked as an award-winning news anchor and reporter for TV stations across the nation. She left news and opened her own PR rm, Pantelides PR & Consulting, because she could o er something other PR rms couldn’t—a direct connection to the media. Pantelides PR is now one of the most in uential and best-recognized public relations brands in Palm Beach County.

HOMETOWN: Athens, Greece

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Work hard. If you really sweat to earn your bread, it tastes better.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADE: Voted Woman of the Year by the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce

INSPIRED BY: Anybody who has a strong faith. Believing consistently in something bigger than yourself is inspirational and valuable in life.

BEST ADVICE: Don’t let perfect be the enemy of the good. That really resonates with me. Don’t stop working on something because it’s not 100 percent perfect. Sometimes the good really does turn into the perfect.

ARMANDO PIMENTEL

President, CEO

Florida Power & Light

Pimentel was appointed president and CEO of Florida Power & Light (FPL) in February 2023. Previously, he served as president and CEO of FPL’s sister company, NextEra Energy Resources. He also served as executive vice president, nance, and chief nancial o cer of NextEra Energy. Prior to joining NextEra Energy, Pimentel was a partner at Deloitte & Touche, and from 1996 to 1998, he worked in the O ce of Chief Accountant of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a professional accounting fellow. Pimentel holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Florida State University.

FAVORITE BOOK: Islands in the Stream by Ernest Hemingway

WHY HE CHOSE HIS LINE OF WORK: I love math and economics.

WHAT MAKES HIM SMILE: A family dinner around the holidays SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HIM: I lived in Cuba from age 2 to 7.

HOBBY: Fishing

COLLECTS: Sea glass

SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: Curiosity

DIANE QUINN CEO

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

Prior to her appointment as CEO of the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Quinn was the chief creative o cer for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment, overseeing show creations and innovation. Quinn has helmed several other arts organizations—including The American Repertory Theatre and the Institute for Advanced Theatre Training at Harvard University—and was the producer for Soulpepper Theatre Company and Festival of Classics. Quinn has taught at several universities and spoken at events including SXSW, C2MTL, and in Scandinavia on topics including creativity, innovation, and arts management.

HOMETOWN: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

STARTS HER DAY: With a cup of hot tea—English Breakfast, please, not Earl Grey FAVORITE BOOK: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

ADMIRES: My grandmother. She was the first female business owner I ever knew.

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: To do the Bobsled Experience at Lake Placid, New York LESSON LEARNED: Keep an open mind; someone just might change it.

JOHN

PRINCE President, Co-Founder HotelPlanner

Prince graduated magna cum laude from Northeastern University with a degree in computer science and minor in mathematics. For the rst few years of his career, he worked as a software engineer for IBM and Capital One. In 2003, Prince co-founded HotelPlanner.com and has built the company to approximately $1 billion in gross hotel bookings. In 2016, South Florida Business Journal named Prince as CIO of the year in South Florida as well as to South Florida’s 40 under 40 list. Prince and his wife, Jessica, have three children. He is also a member of the Young Presidents’ Organization.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Everything a ects everything.” —Jim Rohn INSPIRED BY: I’ve always been a huge Tony Robbins fan. He was my mentor as a young man when I didn’t have one. He continues to be a tremendous force of good in the world on many levels and topics.

WHAT HE WOULD TELL HIS YOUNGER SELF: Speak your mind more. People want to hear what you have to say.

WHAT MAKES HIM SMILE: Helping my kids and other people in my life improve their lives AT THE TOP OF HIS BUCKET LIST: A family vacation to Iceland

CHELSEA

REED

Mayor City of Palm Beach Gardens

Reed is mayor of her hometown and principal consultant for Smith Reed Partners. She serves as president of the Palm Beach County League of Cities, chair of both the Governing Board and Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board for the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency, and vice chair of the Southeast Florida Transportation Council. Reed and her husband built their careers in Palm Beach County as business owners and philanthropists while raising two children. She is an avid distance runner and adventure traveler.

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: Once a year, I unplug and take a “hard travel to sacred places” trip. Just before COVID, I ran in the mountains above the clouds with the Rarámuri Tribe (or Tarahumara) in the Copper Canyon region of remote northwestern Mexico. They are legendary for their long-distance running ability. This year I chose to hike the waterways of the Monarch migration trail.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Recipient of Florida League of Cities’ 2024 and 2023 Home Rule Hero Award; The Benjamin School’s 2023 Distinguished Alumni; Leadership Palm Beach County’s 2022 Public Sector Excellence Award; Smart Growth America’s 2022 Complete Streets Champion.

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ERIC ROBY

Executive Director

American Red Cross Palm Beach and Treasure Coast

A former television news anchor, Roby took the reins of the American Red Cross Palm Beach and Treasure Coast chapter during the post-pandemic recovery, charged with re-engaging volunteers, supporters, and crucial programs. Roby has focused on humanitarian recovery e orts across Florida after the costliest natural disaster in the state’s history while relaunching the annual International Red Cross Ball. In addition to ensuring the success of local lifesaving programs with the help of more than 500 volunteers, Roby regularly deploys nationwide to help recovery e orts after natural disasters.

EDUCATION: American University ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Know there will be scary and di cult days, but trust that your passion will lead you in the right direction. TOUGHEST CHALLENGE FACED: I am the first in my family to graduate from college. You cannot underestimate the challenges faced by first-generation college graduates, often due to the lack of support. For many students in this situation, there is no safety net and no second chances.

FIRST JOB: While looking for a job to earn money for college, I found an apprentice position as a professional dog trainer. I held this position in high school and through college for nine years.

JANNA RONERT

Founder, Chairwoman of the Board Image Skincare

Before pursuing her passion as an aesthetician, Ronert established herself as a successful businesswoman working with numerous Fortune 100 companies. Leveraging her expertise in both business and beauty, she founded the Palm Beach-headquartered Image Skincare in 2003. Over the last 20 years, Image Skincare has become the No. 1 professional spa and salon brand in the United States, and it is used by celebrities including Margot Robbie, Megan Fox, and Jennifer Coolidge. The clean clinical skin care collection is now the go-to brand for more than 50,000 beauty professionals across more than 60 countries.

FAVORITE QUOTE: From my father: “The lazy are never lucky.”

HIDDEN TALENT: Word games. I was even a winner on Wheel of Fortune when I was in college.

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Tuscany, Italy; Berlin, Germany; Dubai, UAE; and Dublin, Ireland

FIRST JOB: Milking cows on our farm before school every day

FAVORITE BOOK: Elevate and Dominate: 21 Ways to Win On and O the Field by Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders

LESSON LEARNED: Don’t let anyone tell you what is possible. If you have a dream, do it. If you want something, go get it. You are the CEO of your own life.

RHONDA MACK ROGERS

Executive Director West Palm Beach Center for Arts & Technology

For three decades, Rogers has been an advocate for high-quality educational services for vulnerable populations. She specializes in developing and overseeing innovative programs to provide a wide variety of academic, mentoring, and life skills for adults and children. She also is the founder and president of Rhonda’s Promise, a nonpro t organization committed to the success of women and girls in South Palm Beach County. She is the recipient of the national Je erson Award, Women’s Chamber of Commerce Gira e Award, Palm Beach State College Martin Luther King, Jr. Alumni Community Service Award, and she was named on Legacy’s annual list of “South Florida’s Most Powerful & In uential Black Professionals.”

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” —Oscar Wilde PERSONAL MOTTO: Leave it better than you found it.

INSPIRATION: My sons because they inspire me to be better and make a di erence on their behalf.

NEXT ON HER BUCKET LIST: Traveling to Tulum for my birthday COLLECTS: Snow globes

DAVID A. RUTHERFORD

Vice President, CEO of Institutional Advancement

Palm Beach State College Foundation

A seasoned executive with 40 years of nonpro t, educational, and ministry experience, Rutherford has spent a lifetime dedicated to service. At the foundation, he has secured nearly $70 million in funding since 2018. In addition, he has overseen the launch of the college’s $100 million capital campaign and a 56 percent growth in endowment funding. Rutherford previously served as assistant vice president for development at Florida Atlantic University and headmaster at Zion Lutheran Christian School. He holds a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in counseling psychology. Rutherford feels blessed for his wife of 47 years, three daughters, and seven grandchildren.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Humble yourself, work hard, be optimistic, listen to understand, and serve others.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Do the right things for the right reasons with the right people.

WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: Dennis Quaid

STARTS HIS DAY: In daily prayer

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Alaska and Tuscany

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JOE

SARDANO Chairman, CEO Sensus Healthcare

A recognized leader in the health care industry, Sardano has spent more than 30 years in management and marketing. He has a successful history of introducing and commercializing new technologies and services in many areas, including electronic brachytherapy, PET and PET/CT, SPECT, MRI, lithotripsy, and digital radiography. Before joining Sensus Healthcare, Sardano held leadership and management roles at CTI Molecular Imaging, GE Medical Systems, Siemens Medical Systems, Elscint Inc., and Toshiba America Medical Systems.

HOMETOWN: Montreal, Canada ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Create a plan to follow your vision.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Anticipating the unknown WHO WOULD PLAY HIM IN A BIOPIC: George Clooney—not for looks, but for his humor STARTS HIS DAY: Over a cup of co ee with my wife BEST ADVICE HE’S RECEIVED: Take the door that opens to you.

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Canada, Italy, France, Israel, and New England FAVORITE BOOK: Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

FRANCIS X. SCIRE JR.

Head of Leasing, Nora NDT Development

With more than 30 years in retail real estate development, Scire is in charge of leasing for Nora, an adaptive reuse project creating a retail and hospitality district around North Railroad Avenue in downtown West Palm Beach. Previously, Scire was the vice president and head of leasing, marketing, and brand management at Palm Beach-based O’Connor Capital Partners, where he oversaw all leasing transactions within its portfolio of 3.5 million square feet and was responsible for corporate and property marketing. Scire also led leasing for WS Development’s redevelopment of the Royal Poinciana Plaza. The native Bostonian is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers. He has presented at the Congress for the New Urbanism.

INSPIRATION: My 9-year-old daughter makes me a better person every single day.

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HIM: I am an aspiring artist who works with handmade paper and encaustic paint.

COLLECTS: Peruvian figurine pottery called Gorditas from Chulucanas

HOW HE STARTS HIS DAY: Taking my two pups, Maxine and Simone, out for a walk

FAVORITE LOCAL PLACE TO GRAB A DRINK: HMF at The Breakers for the people watching BEST ADVICE RECEIVED: Not everyone needs to be your best friend!

MOSHE SCHEINER

Founding Rabbi Palm Beach Synagogue

In 1994, Scheiner became the founding rabbi of the Palm Beach Synagogue with his wife, Dinie. Under his leadership, Palm Beach Synagogue has grown into a diverse, 650-member congregation. He also founded the Ethel & Eugene Jo e Maimonides Educational Institute for post-bar and -bat mitzvah students. He is also the founder of the Solomon Leadership Program and its 12 a liates as well as Project Connect for children and adults with special needs. Rabbi Scheiner has lectured to communities in Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Singapore, Colombia, and throughout South America and the United States. The Scheiners have six children and four grandchildren and reside in Palm Beach.

EDUCATION: Master’s degree in Talmudic studies and Jewish philosophy from the Rabbinical College of America; completed a two-year internship at the Rabbinical College of Australia and New Zealand; and received rabbinic ordination at the United Lubavitcher Yeshiva in Brooklyn INSPIRATION: The Torah because it contains timeless ethical, moral, and spiritual guidance WHAT SCARES HIM: The divisions and polarization in our country. We need to find common ground and shared goals, and work together with understanding, empathy, and compassion. MAKES HIM SMILE: Observing acts of kindness

FAVORITE LOCAL DINING SPOT: Esh Mediterranean

MILTON

SEGARRA

President, CEO

Discover The Palm Beaches

A 30-plus year travel and tourism industry veteran, Segarra was chosen to lead Palm Beach County’s o cial tourism marketing agency in October 2023. He now spearheads a dynamic team of 51 professionals and manages a budget of $27 million. Since joining the team in 2022, the destination marketing organization has achieved record-breaking visitation, and tourism’s economic impact on the community has surpassed $10 billion. His diverse career has seen him excel in the hotel industry, including senior positions in sales, revenue, and marketing with prestigious brands. Segarra also earned the distinguished Certi ed Destination Management Executive designation.

HOMETOWN: San Germán, Puerto Rico

BEST ADVICE HE’S RECEIVED: Patience is a virtue.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Never give up.

INSPIRATION: My father. His high values and principles shaped my life.

STARTS HIS DAY: Making my bed. That’s my first daily sense of accomplishment.

FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOTS: Secluded beach destinations

COLLECTS: Baseball caps

FAVORITE LOCAL DINING SPOT: Beacon at Love Street in Jupiter

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BRUCE SEIGEL

General Manager

The Colony Hotel

A 40-year veteran of the hospitality industry, Seigel has held property, regional, and area operational/sales leadership roles with The Ritz-Carlton Group and other privately-owned properties throughout the United States, Caribbean, and Canada. He assumed the role of general manager for the iconic Colony Hotel in 2019. He is the recipient of many prestigious industry awards and serves as an adjunct professor and lecturer. Seigel holds a master’s degree in public administration and a bachelor’s of science from the State University of New York. He is married and has two daughters.

HOMETOWN: Brooklyn, New York

PERSONAL MOTTO: Never give up, never!

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: My first wife’s cancer battle INSPIRED BY: My late mother. After my father passed when I was 8, she kept us together.

FAVORITE BOOK: Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson

GUILTY PLEASURE: Ice cream

MOST IMPORTANT LESSON LEARNED (SO FAR): Listen, then react.

KRISTEN SHEEHAN

Assistant Head of School The Benjamin School

With a master’s degree in curriculum development and a doctor in education in instructional leadership and reading, Sheehan has served as a lead teacher, academic dean, curriculum coordinator, and Head of Lower School. Sheehan also is an adjunct professor at both Nova Southeastern and Palm Beach Atlantic University. When not at school, you can nd her spending time with her family. Sheehan and her husband, Patrick, are parents to Kelly, a Benjamin School alumna who is also an educator.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Though she be but little she is fierce.” —William Shakespeare

PERSONAL MOTTO: Family is the greatest source of love and support.

HIDDEN TALENT: Amateur beekeeper

STARTS HER DAY: With a phone call from her daughter Kelly

FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOTS: Scotland and Colonial Williamsburg

FIRST JOB: Publix cashier

LESSON LEARNED: Live your life without comparing it to others.

DANIEL R. SHEEHAN

Board Director, President, Vista Bancshares, Inc. Vista Bank

Prior to Vista Bancshares, Sheehan was a co-founder and director of Professional Bank since its inception in 2008, chairman of the board of Professional Bank since September 2013, CEO of Professional Bank since 2019, and board chairman and CEO of the Professional Holding Corp. since its inception in 2014. Under his leadership, Professional Bank grew its balance sheet approximately 14x and was recognized as the “Top Place to Work” by the Sun Sentinel in 2021, and as the “Best Places to Work” by the South Florida Business Journal for four consecutive years. He currently serves on the investment advisory board for Alterna Equity Partners, a lower middle-market private equity rm which is an operating partner at New York City-based venture capital rm Interplay, and is a member of the Economic Council of Palm Beach County

EDUCATION: Duke University, University of Florida, and University of Miami

FAVORITE QUOTE: “It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” —Mark Twain ADVICE TO SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): Take risks and explore. Early on, it’s just as important to learn what you don’t like as it is to learn the things you do.

AMANDA K. SKIER

President, CEO Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach

Skier began working at the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach as director of education in 2012. During her tenure, she has led two capital campaigns to revitalize historic parks in Palm Beach and championed local educational initiatives focusing on resiliency and landscape stewardship. A resident of West Palm Beach, Skier has served as chair of the West Palm Beach Historic Preservation Board since 2016. She holds an undergraduate degree in American studies from George Washington University and a graduate degree in historic preservation from the Savannah College of Art and Design. She also is a graduate of the University of Florida’s Preservation Institute: Nantucket.

HOMETOWN: Wellington

NEXT ON HER BUCKET LIST: Opening the newly restored Phipps Ocean Park—the largest project in the Preservation Foundation’s history

FAVORITE BOOK: The Death and Life of Great American Cities by Jane Jacobs

WHY SHE CHOSE THIS FIELD: I believe that the built environment serves as our most tangible link to our history, encapsulating the essence of the people and the values that have shaped our community.

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KELLY SMALLRIDGE

President, CEO

Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, Inc.

As the longest tenured economic development president in Florida, Smallridge has a track record in facilitating some of the largest job creation projects for Palm Beach County. She oversees all operations of the Business Development Board (BDB), one of only ve accredited economic development boards in Florida. In 2004, she became the rst female president of a South Florida economic development board. Under her leadership, the BDB has transformed the economy of Palm Beach County, and the organization has received numerous state and national awards. Her aggressive style in facilitating relocations and expansions has led to big announcements of jobs for the county from companies like Carrier Corporation, Amazon, FedEx, and TBC Corporation, to name a few.

CAUSES SHE SUPPORTS: HomeSafe, South Florida Fair, Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County, and Education Foundation of Palm Beach County

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Sunset Key in Key West and the Edgewater Hotel on Naples Beach

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: Being inducted into the Academy of University of Florida Golden Gators; named Economic Developer of the Year by the Florida Economic Development Council; selected as a “Business Ambassador” by Governor Rick Scott

BEN SPOONT

CEO, Co-Founder

Misfits Gaming Group

Spoont is the CEO and co-founder of Mis ts Gaming Group (MGG), a global esports, gaming, and entertainment company focused on fueling creator talent and elding competitive teams. MGG invests in creators and dreamers, everywhere from Minecraft blocks to chess squares, and competes in the most successful video game titles worldwide, including permanent partnerships in franchised leagues such as the Overwatch League (Florida Mayhem) and the Call of Duty League (Florida Mutineers) along with other titles including Rocket League, Valorant, and Minecraft. MGG utilizes world-class management and a deep understanding of the esports and gaming ecosystems to capitalize on the rampant global enthusiasm for gaming and establish fruitful partnerships with international brands and organizations.

BEST PIECE OF ADVICE: Never burn bridges.

STARTS HIS DAY: Getting the kids ready and o to school

HOBBY: I love playing video games with my kids.

FIND HIM ON WEEKENDS: At the local parks and beaches with my family

COLLEEN SMITH

Founding Artistic and Executive Director Ballet Palm Beach Academy Ballet Palm Beach

Smith founded the Ballet Palm Beach Academy in 1993, followed by the chamber dance company Ballet Palm Beach in 2001. Smith has trained thousands of student dancers in her 43-year career as a dance educator. Both students and company members are given opportunities annually to dance abroad through “Ballet Ambassadors”—Smith’s overseas program that presents a diverse selection of works in countries including Russia, Croatia, France, Bosnia, Hungary, and Cuba. “Ballet by the Book” brings children’s literature to life through cost-free performances at libraries, schools, and theaters. She was the sole winner of the 2020 Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts. She lives in her hometown of North Palm Beach with her husband Scott.

STARTS HER DAY: Co ee, prayer, and a long walk outside FAVORITE TRAVEL SPOTS: Paris and Highlands, North Carolina, where my husband and I recently purchased a 1920s cabin and are restoring it NEXT ON HER BUCKET LIST: Japan COLLECTS: Artwork from her travels GUILTY PLEASURE: My evening cocktail, a Rob Roy

DIANA STANLEY

CEO

The Lord’s Place

As CEO of The Lord’s Place for 17 years, Stanley is a leader in the homeless arena and an advocate for systemic reform in breaking the cycle of homelessness. Under her guidance, The Lord’s Place has ourished from a $3 million operating budget with 30 employees into an organization with a $16 million operating budget employing 130 sta and serving 1,900 individuals and families annually. She has created an agency that provides hope and respect to all who enter. Happily married to Jim Parker for 38 years, they have four children and six grandchildren with the seventh on the way.

HOMETOWN: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

STARTS HER DAY: A great cup of co ee and prayers for those in need

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: At the age of 9, I was diagnosed with a childhood disease and was chosen to be the poster child for Pittsburgh Children’s Hospital. My baby doll, “Little Miss No Name,” and I were featured throughout the campaign. Even at an early age, I was encouraging people to support causes.

NEXT ON HER BUCKET LIST: Seeing the Northern Lights

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JACOB D. STEIGER

Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic

Surgeon, Owner

Steiger Facial Plastic Surgery

Steiger is an accomplished facial plastic surgeon whose background and credentials re ect his commitment to the highest standards of patient care, treatment innovation, and leadership within his specialty. Steiger is boardcerti ed by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery. Steiger’s philosophy is centered around enhancing the lives of his patients by achieving natural-appearing results using the most advanced and proven techniques. He believes in customizing each patient’s care based on their unique anatomical features, desires, and expectations.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle.” —Steve Jobs

PERSONAL MOTTO: The Golden Rule: Treat others as you would want to be treated.

HIDDEN TALENT: Sewing. My grandmother, a seamstress, taught me to sew when I was 8 years old. It’s almost like meditation for me.

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: I want to go to Indonesia to explore, scuba dive, and surf.

SECRET TO HIS SUCCESS: I love what I do and wake up every morning excited to go to work.

PAMELA STEWART

President

Palm Beach County Black Business Investment Corporation

Pathway Capital Funding, Inc.

As president of Palm Beach County Black Business Investment Corporation and Pathway Capital Funding, Stewart spearheads e orts to expand access to capital, nancial literacy training, and technical assistance for Black, minority, and women-owned businesses. Through her commitment to inclusive growth and lasting partnerships, she aims to create opportunities and support the economic success of diverse communities. Stewart has an extensive background in community and economic development. She also serves as treasurer of the Black Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County and as a board member of the West Palm Beach Center for Arts & Technology.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Nothing ventured, nothing gained

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: I have nine (soon to be 10) grandchildren. Family is everything to me.

FAVORITE LOCAL PLACE TO GRAB A DRINK: Sailfish Marina. I always feel like I’m in the Caribbean.

SECRET TO HER SUCCESS: Having the ability to communicate on all levels, which is really important when dealing with our clients as well as diverse business partners

HEATHER STEWART

Director, General Manager, Rotary and Mission Systems

Lockheed Martin

As the director and general manager for Lockheed Martin’s Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) West Palm Beach Operations, Stewart is responsible for leading all aspects of the organization’s assembly operations in support of delivery of production aircraft and successfully executing ight test operations on development aircraft programs. Stewart also provides management oversight to the Sikorsky Training Academy in Stuart and operational execution of helicopter ight test activities in Patuxent River, Maryland. She joined Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, in 2010. Stewart holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Columbia University.

HOMETOWN: St. Catherine, Jamaica

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: I graduated high school and started at an Ivy League university at 15 years old.

SECRETS TO HER SUCCESS: Positivity, grace under fire, and always taking a second look rather than assuming first impressions are true INSPIRED BY: I’m inspired by my kids and the need to leave a world that is better for them.

ANDERS

SULISALO Co-Founder Padel Club

A former professional Swedish soccer player, Sulisalo moved to West Palm Beach 17 years ago and has worked as a partner at IMS of West Palm Beach, a fullservice marketing agency focused on sports, music, fashion, and culture. His experience includes delivering impactful campaigns for clients in tech, retail, and luxury brands through collaborations with major sports franchises, including the NBA and NFL, along with music festivals and fashion events. Combining his marketing experience and passion for the sport of padel, Sulisalo is a co-founder of Padel Club, the rst state-of-the-art padel club in the Northwood District of West Palm Beach.

HOMETOWN: Degerfors, Sweden

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Overcoming a football career-ending knee injury and pivoting to start a career path in a foreign country

MAKES HIM SMILE: Being with my family and friends and watching those around me be happy and successful. I am a big believer that if you support those around you to do well, it comes back to you 10 times over.

SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HIM: I love to fall asleep to podcasts about history. Learning before bed makes me sleep better and have better dreams.

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JENNIFER SULLIVAN

Senior Vice President

Cultural Council for Palm Beach County

A creative strategist, community leader, and arts advocate with more than two decades of experience, Sullivan leads a team responsible for supporting professional artists and cultural organizations. Previously, she held senior positions at O’Donnell Agency, a leading public relations rm with a roster of corporate clients around the state; Ideabar, a marketing agency created inside The Palm Beach Post; and the Community Foundation for Palm Beach & Martin Counties, a center for local philanthropy. She is the board chair of Nonpro ts First and a member of the Education Advisory Board for the Village of Royal Palm Beach.

GUILTY PLEASURE: Reality TV. I love competition shows—food, fashion, survival, it doesn’t matter. It’s a great escape and doesn’t require a lot of concentration.

FIND HER ON THE WEEKEND: On the boat or camping with my husband and two rescue pups (Lilly and Jade) from Barkey Pines Animal Rescue in Loxahatchee

FAVORITE LOCAL DINING SPOT: Okeechobee Steakhouse. It’s a quintessential steakhouse complete with a dark ambiance and white-glove service. I love that they bring out the steaks on platters to describe each cut before you order. We like to dress up and go on special occasions.

REGAN TARPEY

Executive Director, Communications and Events Jupiter Medical Center Foundation

Tarpey has served as the executive director of communications and events for more than nine years. With a passion for philanthropy and healthcare, Tarpey brings a wealth of experience in strategic communications, event planning, and fundraising to her role. Her expertise in crafting compelling narratives and managing high-pro le events has played a pivotal role in enhancing the foundation’s visibility and helping to raise more than $500 million during her tenure for Jupiter Medical Center. Her dedication to advancing health care initiatives and her commitment to community engagement are advancing the mission of Jupiter Medical Center Foundation.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Having three children under 3 years old INSPIRATION: Working mothers. They are so strong and find a way to do it all while still being a mother.

FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING IN PALM BEACH: The fashion!

TOP TRAVEL PICKS: Hawaii, the Bahamas, Italy

FAVORITE BOOK: The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell

CHRISTINE SYLVAIN

Founder, Executive Director Path to College Fellowship

Sylvain is the founder and executive director of the Path to College Fellowship, whose mission is to secure the acceptance of as many high-achieving, low-income students into top-tier universities as possible. With a deep understanding of the systemic challenges holding bright students back from achieving their academic potential, Sylvain is addressing one of society’s most urgent educational inequities: access to higher education. Path to College Fellowship is the way beyond these obstacles for the most overlooked and most hardworking students.

BEST ADVICE SHE’S RECEIVED: Hard work beats talent.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: The Palm Beach Chamber’s 2020 “Nonprofit Leader of the Year”; Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s 2021 Tikkun Olam Award; Modern Luxury’s 2022 “Rebels with a Cause”; Palm Beach County Martin Luther King Jr. Coordinating Committee’s 2023 Youth Empowerment Award; Palm Beach County Black Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Nonprofit of the Year; Nonprofits First “Hats O Nonprofit of the Year”; 2024 Women In Leadership Accelerator Emerging Leader HOBBIES: Pottery, snorkeling, hiking NEXT ON HER BUCKET LIST: Buy a second home and write a book

TRICIA TAYLOR

President The Breakers Palm Beach

Taylor brings an immersive and inspired approach to her pivotal leadership role at this 140-acre, luxury oceanfront resort, where she has built a successful 28-year career. She has an unwavering commitment to her 2,800-member team, outstanding guest experiences, and providing the highest standards of excellence. She is a graduate of Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration, earned her MBA with honors from Florida Atlantic University, and furthered her business education as a Wharton Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania.

WHY SHE CHOSE HER LINE OF WORK: My passion for hospitality was passed down from my grandparents, who built, owned, and operated two motels in Seattle, Washington.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us.” —Ralph Waldo Emerson

FIRST JOB: I was a cashier at Mu n Break, a bakery in our local shopping mall.

FAVORITE LOCAL PLACE TO GRAB A DRINK: The Seafood Bar at The Breakers. Where else can you marvel at the Atlantic Ocean while enjoying air-conditioning and tropical fish swimming beneath your beverage?

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OLGA M. VAZQUEZ

Director of Artistic Operations Palm Beach Symphony

Since joining the Palm Beach Symphony in 2016, Vazquez has aimed to build capacity for educational and community outreach initiatives as well as expand and diversify programming e orts, to include an increased concert schedule, developing collaborative artistic partnerships, and national broadcasts. She holds a bachelor’s degree and master of music degrees from the University of Miami and a PhD in education, curriculum, and instruction from Florida Atlantic University.

WHO WOULD PLAY HER IN A BIOPIC: Sandra Bullock STARTS HER DAY: With a shot of espresso WHY SHE CHOSE HER LINE OF WORK: Music has always been a big part of my life. As I kid, I organized concerts for my church and festivals. I’m blessed to have made the business of music my career.

WHAT MAKES HER SMILE: Anything Christmas SOMETHING FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT HER: My favorite orchestral instrument is the bass clarinet, which I also play.

ANDREA VIRGIN

President, Chairman of the Board

The Center for Arts & Innovation

Virgin is a professional ballerina-turned-land-development engineer. After more than 20 years working in both commercial real estate and the performing arts, the Boca Raton native decided to combine both passions with her love of the community to spearhead the Center for Arts & Innovation, lling a 60-mile cultural gap that’s existed in South Florida for decades. Since co-founding the center, Virgin has amassed nearly $25 million in donations and in-kind support, engaged major stakeholders and world-renowned consultants, secured a 94-year ground lease with the City of Boca Raton, and commenced meaningful discussions for major philanthropic support.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “It always feels impossible until it’s done.” —Nelson Mandela BEST ADVICE SHE’S RECEIVED: When they go low, we go high.

HOBBY: Ballroom dancing! If I’m not working, with family or friends, or volunteering, you can find me at Boca’s Fred Astaire Dance Studios.

STARTS HER DAY: I try to get up before the family, sip on co ee, and meditate before the madness of the day begins.

ASHLEY VERTUNO

CEO

HCA Florida JFK North Hospital

Vertuno has been leading organizations for more than 15 years. A Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), she has been recognized in HCA Healthcare as an in uential leader in driving teams to achieve successful outcomes. Vertuno has been a two-time chair for the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Campaign. She serves on HCA’s Women’s Colleague Network and the boards of Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida and Palm Beach North Chamber and was a past elected FACHE o cial.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES: American College of Healthcare Executives 2024 Robert S. Hugdens Memorial Award for Young Healthcare Executive of the Year; 2024 Malcolm Baldridge Leadership Excellence Award; Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce “Young Professional of the Year” and “Women of the Year” finalist in 2022; Palm Springs Magazine’s and South Florida Business Journal’s “40 Under 40”; named a “Healthcare Executive to Know” by South Florida Hospital News; and included in Modern Healthcare’s prestigious Top 25 Emerging Leaders for 2023

PERSONAL MOTTO: Work hard and play harder.

STARTS HER DAY: Kick o the day with The 5am Club workout, which includes a breakfast regimen and CrossFit training with 1:1 coaching

STACY

VOLNICK President Florida Atlantic University

Volnick is a longtime member of the Florida Atlantic University (FAU) community, with more than 30 years of experience in higher education administration. Since 1991, she has served FAU in many leadership roles—most recently as chief operating o cer and vice president for administrative a airs, in which she provided leadership and administrative oversight of university operations across six campuses. A proud rst-generation college graduate, Volnick received her bachelor’s degree in communication and her master’s and doctoral degrees in educational leadership from FAU. In addition to her role as president, she serves as an a liate clinical professor for the Department of Educational Leadership and Research Methodology in the College of Education.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Don’t be a person of success, be a person of value.” —The Dalai Lama

STARTS HER DAY: Walking my two little fur babies, Rocco and Gucci

FIRST JOB: Baskin-Robbins ice cream shop

SECRETS TO HER SUCCESS: Being humble. Appreciating every single person who impacted me in some way and providing opportunities for those that I can. Knowing that everyone on my team, no matter their role, is a piece to a much larger puzzle.

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MARJORIE WALDO

President, CEO Arts Garage

Waldo, born in Key West, made Delray Beach her home in 1999. A graduate of the University of Virginia with a bachelor’s degree in drama, Waldo earned her master’s in education from Florida Atlantic University. In her rst career, Waldo led schools where her work supported the graduation of 200 dropouts. She has presented at regional and national conventions and has provided consulting services for nonpro ts and government agencies. A turnaround expert and thought leader accomplished in strategic planning, programming, and development, she has transformed Arts Garage into a scally sound and respected organization. Waldo believes that the transformative nature of the arts grows vibrant communities.

FAVORITE QUOTE: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” —Maya Angelou WHAT SCARES HER: The dark. Failing. Spiders. FROGS. Looking silly. Lots of things terrify me, but I have never let my fears keep me from the opportunities I’ve been presented with. SECRET TO HER SUCCESS: I hate to fail. I commit to what I accept and grind until I’m successful.

GREGG K. WEISS

Commissioner, District 2 Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners

Weiss, a retired business executive from California, is serving his second term as a county commissioner. He also serves on the Palm Beach County Solid Waste Authority Governing Board and Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency Governing Board, and he chairs the CareerSource Palm Beach County Consortium. Weiss is active in several state and national organizations such as the National Association of Counties and currently serves in chair positions of technology committees. He is focused on water quality issues as chair of both the Lake Worth Lagoon Initiative Steering Committee and Palm Beach County Water Resources Task Force. Weiss is a member of Temple Israel and lives in West Palm Beach with his wife, Rebecca.

BEST ADVICE RECEIVED: Always stay curious and keep learning.

HIDDEN TALENTS: I have a knack for solving complex problems under pressure and a surprising talent for cooking exotic dishes.

HOBBIES: Sailing, scuba diving, and exploring new cuisines IF HE COULD START OVER, HE WOULD: Explore a career in environmental conservation or sustainable development

FAVORITE LOCAL DINING SPOT: Buccan in Palm Beach

GEORGE HAS NEW PIC TO SILO

SCOTT WEBB

President Kolter Hospitality

As president of Kolter Hospitality, Webb oversees hotel development, acquisition, and management. His extensive background in the commercial sector includes his previous role as president of Kolter’s Commercial Division, where he handled the expansion of the company’s o ce and commercial development/acquisition opportunities in North America. Under Webb’s leadership, Kolter Hospitality recently developed, built, and opened the award-winning AC by Marriott Hotel in downtown Orlando and the Hyatt Centric Las Olas in downtown Fort Lauderdale, and purchased the Embassy Suites in Sarasota.

ADVICE FOR SOMEONE STARTING OUT (OR STARTING OVER): You will face a myriad of challenges. Don’t stress about them. They will work out. Focus on achieving your goals and keep moving forward.

BEST ADVICE HE’S RECEIVED: Work hard, be dedicated to your craft, and do not sacrifice family for your work.

TOP BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION: A photography safari in South Africa with my daughter

FAVORITE LOCAL DINING SPOT: Captain Charlie’s Reef Grill in Juno Beach

HERBERT “HERBIE” WERTHEIM

Founder, CEO, Entrepreneur

Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute of Biomedical Innovation and Research

Optometrist Wertheim is an in uential American entrepreneur, physician, clinician, inventor, and philanthropist known for his signi cant contributions to the eye care and optical industry and his extensive philanthropic e orts. As the founder of Brain Power Incorporated, Wertheim revolutionized the industry with the development of UV-light dye, which protects eyeglass lenses from harmful ultraviolet rays. His innovations have been crucial in advancing eye care and vision protection worldwide. Wertheim also is a dedicated philanthropist; he has donated substantial sums to educational institutions and scienti c research, pledging more than $200 million to higher education in Florida. His philanthropy focuses on enhancing education, health care, and scienti c research. He holds more than 100 patents and trademarks.

PERSONAL MOTTO: Happiness is going towards things you wish to achieve.

TOUGHEST CHALLENGES: Dyslexia and acne as a child

HIDDEN TALENT: Passionate artist

FIRST JOB: Working in my dad’s bakery in Hollywood Beach

INSPIRATION: My students—they represent the future.

The Palm Beach 100

CLASS OF 2020

Almira, Manuel

Amidon, Roger

Anthony, Laura

Arrizza, Kate

Atherley, Susan

Barsoum, Wael

Beaud, Thierry

Bellissimo, Mark

Berry, Ashley

Bingham, Douglas

Bone, Bill

Bostwick Davis, Elliot

Brinker, Nancy

Bucher, Lloyd

Buker, Robert Jr.

Chouris, Victoria

Devries, Jim

Diament, Scott

Dunkin, Bob

Elbanna, Mohamed

Elmore, George

Fanjul, Alfonso Jr.

Fennoy, Donald

Fiser, Jeffrey

Fitzpatrick, David

Fleming, William Jr.

Freeman, Alyssa

Frisbie, Dave

Goddard, Patrick

Godek, Bernard

Hearon, Fanning III

Hedrick, Dale

Herbst, Todd

Hoffman, Michael

Huizenga, H. Wayne Jr.

Jacobs, Michele

Jergensen, Glenn

Johnson, Jeremy Wayne

Jones, Yvonne

Kato, Andrew

Kelly, John

Kennerly, Kenneth

Kolich, Todd

Kroeger, Leslie

LaTour, Marti

Lawrence, Dave

Leas Ferreira, Lilly

Le Clerc, Natalie

Leone, Paul

Lesser, Gary

Lighton, Jack

Maurer, Ralph

Mayeux, Sara

McCann, Sara

McCauley, Cynthia

McClymont, David

McMakin, Mimi Maddock

McKernan, Bill

Mendez, Lincoln

Miranda, Jaene

Mitchell, Judith

Murphy, Penny

Nardi, Tim

Nowlin, Joanne

Oyer, Harvey

Parker, Ava

Perry, Bill

Pesquera, Jorge

Pettis Jester, Whitney

Pope, Lois

Prakas, A. Tom

Prince, J. Michael

Pumo, Michael

Rajegowda, Gopal

Rastogi, Amit

Reid, Thomas

Rendina, Richard

Robo, James Ross, Kevin Rowling, Keith Russell, Byron

Sabin, David Saldaña, Sal

Samuels, Rob Schack, Ryan Schumacher, Amanda Shapiro, Ethan Shearouse, Joseph III

Smith, Gerry

Spina, Keith Spirou, Denise

Sweet, Andry

Taplett, Caroline Tiano, Sal

Tolbert, John Carlton

Trethewey, Linda Vesely, Liv

Willlams, Keith

Wetenhall, Sarah Whaley, Suzy

CLASS OF 2021

Arizza, Kate Atherley, Susan Almira, Manuel

Anthony, Laura

Beaud, Thierry Bellissimo, Mark Berg, Lori Betten, Margaret Bingham, Douglas Bone, Bill Brinker, Nancy Bucher, Lloyd Buker, Robert Jr. Chouris, Victoria DeVries, Jim Diament, Scott Dunkin, Bob Elbanna, Mohamed Elmore, George Fanjul, Alfonso Jr. Farrington, Charlene Faus, David Fennoy, Donald Fiser, Jeffrey Fitzpatrick, David Franklin, Patrick Frisbie, Dave Forbes, Clinton Freeman, Alyssa Gaff, Richard Gaines, Lia Goss, Chauncey Hamilton, Terrence Hazle, Greg Hearon, Fanning III

Hedrick, Dale Herbst, Todd Hoffman, Michael Huizenga, H. Wayne Jr. Iannotti, Joseph Jacobs, Michele

Jergensen, Glenn Johnson, Jeremy Wayne

Jester, Whitney Pettis Jones, Yvonne

Kato, Andrew Kelly, John Kennerly, Kenneth Larkin, Mark LaTour, Marti Lawrence, Dave Lazo, Nelson Leone, Paul Lesser, Gary Maurer, Ralph McCann, Sara McCauley, Cynthia McClymont, David McDonald, Patty McKernan, Bill McMakin, Mimi Maddock Melby, Gina Mendez, Lincoln Menor, Arthur Miranda, Jaene Murphy, Penny Nardi, Tim Parker, Ava Perry, Bill Pesquera, Jorge Pope, Lois Prince, J. Michael Pumo, Michael Rajegowda, Gopal Rastogi, Amit Robo, James Ross, Kevin Rowling, Keith Russell, Byron Sabin, David Saldaña, Sal Samuels, Rob Scarpa, John Schack, Ryan Schumacher, Amanda Schwinn, Debra Shapiro, Ethan Shearouse, Joseph III Sheehan, Daniel Smith, Gerry Spirou, Denise Sweet, Andry Tahan, Pam Taplett, Caroline Tiano, Sal Trethewey, Linda Vesely, Liv Wetenhall, Sarah Whaley, Suzy Zadanosky, Suzann

CLASS OF 2022

Almira, Manuel Alsofrom, Sarah Anthony, Laura Arrizza, Kate Beaud, Thierry

Bellissimo, Mark Bennett, Blake Berg, Lori Betten, Margaret Bingham, Douglas Bone, Bill Bonnett, Yolette Bottorff, Alan

Brinker, Nancy Burke, Michael

Burks, Anthony Sr.

Chang, Stephen

Collemer, Stanton Diament, Scott Dunkin, Bob Edmonds, Jervonte

Elmore, George

Farrington, Charlene Faus, David Fitzpatrick, David Ford, George Frisbie, Dave Gaff, Richard

Gaines, Lia

Ganzi, Melissa Goss, Chauncey

Greenwald, Michael Hazle, Greg

Hearon, Fanning III

Hedrick, Dale

Herbst, Todd Hoffman, Michael Jacobs, Michele

James, Barbara Minelli

Jergensen, Glenn

Johnson, Jeremy Wayne

Jones, Yvonne

Kato, Andrew Kelly, Eric Kelly, John Kennerly, Kenneth

Lawrence, Dave

Lazo, Nelson

Leone, Paul Lesser, Gary

Levine, Drew Maurer, Ralph McCann, Sara

McCauley, Cynthia

McClymont, David McDonald, Patty McKernan, Bill McMakin, Mimi Maddock

Melby, Gina

Mendez, Lincoln

Menor, Arthur Mickens, Donté

Miranda, Jaene

Murphy, Penny

Nardi, Tim

Nicholson, David

Paley, Dror

Pantelides, Emily

Parker, Ava

Perry, Bill

Pesquera, Jorge

Petty, Ricky

Pope, Lois

Prince, J. Michael

Pumo, Michael

Rajegowda, Gopal

Rapoport, Burt

Rastogi, Amit

Ross, Kevin

Rowling, Keith

Sabin, David

Samuels, Rob

Schack, Ryan

Schumacher, Amanda

Schwinn, Debra

Shapiro, Ethan

Shearouse, Joseph III

Sheehan, Daniel Smallridge, Kelly

Spirou, Denise

Stewart, Heather

Tahan, Pam

Tiano, Sal

Trethewey, Linda Vatske, Sari

Webb, Joe

Wetenhall, Sarah

Whaley, Suzy

Zadanosky, Suzann

Zietz, Sam

CLASS OF 2023

Almira, Manuel Alonso, Alina

Alsofrom, Sarah Arrizza, Kate Bauer, Mike Beaud, Thierry Bellissimo, Mark Bennett, Blake Berg, Lori Betten, Margie Bone, Bill Bottorff, Alan Brinker, Nancy Brumley, Fabiola Burke, Michael Burks, Anthony Sr. Cavers, Kelly Collemer, Stanton Dehart, Andy Diament, Scott Dreyfoos, Alex Elmore, George Farrington, Charlene Faus, Dave Fitzpatrick, David Ford, George Frisbie, Dave Gaines, Lia Ganzi, Melissa Hathaway, Lisa Hazle, Greg Hearon, Fanning III Hedrick, Dale Herbst, Todd Hoffman, Michael Hostettler, Daniel Jacobs, Michele James, Barbara Minelli Johnson, Cassius Johnson, Jeremy Wayne Kato, Andrew Kelly, Eric Korniloff, Nicholas “Nick” Lawrence, Dave Lazo, Nelson Leone, Paul Lesser, Gary Levine, Drew Maurer, Ralph McCann, Sara McCauley, Cynthia McClymont, David McDonald, Patricia McMakin, Mimi Maddock McNamara, Patrick McNeill, Ann Melby, Gina

Mendez, Lincoln Menor, Arthur Meyer, William A. Mickens, Donté Miranda, Jaene Murphy, Penny Nardi, Tim Nicholson, David Paley, Dror Pantelides, Emily Parker, Ava Perry, Bill Petty, Ricky Phillips, Calvin Pope, Lois Prince, J. Michael Pumo, Michael Quinn, Diane Rajegowda, Gopal Rapoport, Burt Rastogi, Amit Rausch, Pam Roby, Eric Ross, Kevin Sabin, David Samuels, Rob Schack, Ryan Schwinn, Debra Shapiro, Ethan Shearouse, Joseph III Smallridge, Kelly Spirou, Denise Spoont, Ben Stewart, Heather Sylvain, Christine Tahan, Pam Trethewey, Linda Virgin, Andrea Volnick, Stacy Webb, Joe Wetenhall, Sarah Whaley, Suzy White, Marlon

CLASS OF 2024

Adkins, Paul Alsofrom, Sarah Armour, Louise Bauer, Mike Bender, Charles Bennett, Blake Berg, Lori Betten, Margaret Bjorklund, Martha Bottorff, Alan Brown, Roger Brumley, Fabiola Burke, Michael Burks, Anthony Cane, Daniel Carter, Louis Carter-Tellison, Katrina Catalfumo, Daniel Cho, Mukang Collemer, Stanton Conley, Clay Criddle, Franny Frisbie Cummings, Nicole Dehaney, Danita Dehart, Andy Dimke, Dean W. Emmett, Geri M.

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GIVING FOR GOOD

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From mental health to housing, education to early literacy, our mission is to strengthen our communities to make our area safer, healthier and prosperous for all.

Last year alone, we distributed over $16 million in donor-directed and competitive grants to over 550 changemaking organizations and helped over 100 local students attend college through $1.2 million in scholarships.

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SAVOR

BOLD FLAVORS, COOL COCKTAILS, AND LOCAL FAVORITES

OPENINGS

THE COAST IS CLEAR

The Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa is now home to the ultimate summer perch with the debut of its new flagship restaurant, Ona Coastal Cuisine . Replacing 3800 Ocean Restaurant & Lounge, Ona boasts refreshed interiors and a Mediterraneantinged menu in step with its seaside location. Chef Matthew Oliver (previously banquet chef de partie with the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach) crafted three menus— all-day lounge, lunch, and dinner—dotted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and spanning seafood, steak, poultry, and plant-based offerings. Executive pastry chef Albert Oliveros delivers such tropical-tinged desserts as coconut panna cotta and lemon pavlova. Island vibes also permeate the cocktail menu, which includes specialty libations like the Pistachio Key Lime and the Pineapple and Sweet Corn Margarita. (onacoastalcuisine.com) —Mary Murray

Clockwise from inset: tangerine glazed salmon; watermelon and heirloom tomato salad; dessert tablescape.

EDITORS’ PICKS

THIRST QUENCHERS

COOL OFF WITH THESE ICED OR FROZEN DRINKS FROM LOCAL ESTABLISHMENTS

BUTTERFLY PEA LEMONADE–FLAVORED ICED TEA WITH TAPIOCA BOBA, Sugar Milk

Boba & Dessert, Boynton Beach, Boca Raton

What makes an ice-cold lemonade an even sweeter summer treat? Add boba! This eye-catching sip combines iced tea, lemonade, butterfly pea syrup, and your choice of chewy mix-ins for the ultimate cooldown. A refreshing runner up: lychee-flavored iced tea with mango jelly. (sugarmilkbobadessert.com)

—Abigail Duffy, web editor

PINEAPPLE COCONUT SMOOTHIE, Papa Kwan’s Coffee Shop and Café, North Palm Beach, Juno Beach

When I crave a piña colada but I don’t have the luxury of day drinking with my toes in the sand, Papa Kwan’s comes to my rescue. This smoothie made from pineapple, creamed coconut, and coconut milk (served with or without a scoop of protein powder) is so refreshing and transportive, I (almost) don’t even notice the lack of rum. (papakwans.com)

—Kristen Desmond LeFevre, contributing editor

GINGER PEACH REFRESHER, Elisabetta’s, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach

Elisabetta’s chilled creation beckons as the sip of the summer with its cool combination of peach puree, The London Essence Company’s Spiced Ginger Beer, and local Florida lemon and lime. Lisabet Summa, executive culinary director and chef partner, suggests pairing with the grilled calamari salad with arugula to play off the drink’s “fresh, fruity notes and elegant peppery flavor.” (Bonus: this refresher also appears on the menu at Elisabetta’s sister resto, Louie Bossi’s.) (elisabettas.com) —Allison Wolfe Reckson, managing editor

ICED LIMONCELLO LATTE, Aioli, West Palm Beach

I typically make my own coffee beverages at home, but when I’m craving something special, I make the short jaunt to Aioli for this satisfying sip. Also available hot, this blend of Pumphouse espresso, lemon cane sugar, and either almond, regular, or oat milk (I recommend oat) is the perfect complement to Aioli’s daily spread of freshly made pastries. Pro tip: visit early on Saturdays to grab this latte and a specialty doughnut. (aioliwpb.com)

—Mary Murray, executive editor

EL FLAMINGO SMOOTHIE, Celis Juice Bar, Palm Beach

On a hot (or appointment-filled) day, I make sure to hit Celis Juice Bar at The Royal Poinciana Plaza for a smoothie. I confess to loving them all (I mean, have you seen their menu?), but if I had to choose a favorite, it would be El Flamingo. Refreshing and fortifying, Flamingo contains coconut milk, dragon fruit, mango, banana, and honey, with a spoonful of chia seeds for extra protein and energy. (celisjuicebar.com)

—Daphne Nikolopoulos, editor in chief

Flavor of the Week

Ice cream is a family affair at Lily’s Handmade Ice Cream in Delray Beach. The Gilinsky family opened the shop in September 2020, and their all-natural, handcrafted flavors have already garnered a legion of fans among locals and visitors alike. Ori Gilinksy runs the shop alongside his brother and father and is the mastermind behind the lineup of flavors.

Ori explains that they typically have about 16 flavors in the case—12 standards and four that are switched up weekly or biweekly—as well as two sugar-free options and two to three vegan ice creams that utilize a coconut base. For the dairy ice cream, the Gilinskies use a base that is 16 percent butterfat, which results in a creamier product. Then, Ori ups the ante with an array of add-ins, from

brownies and cookie dough to sprinkles and Kinder Bueno bars.

“All of our ice cream flavors are natural based,” he notes. “Take the mint chip. It’s a spirulina extract for the color. We have no artificial flavorings here. All the fruits we use are fresh.”

No matter when you stop by, you’re guaranteed to see some favorites in the freezer case. Ori says their top seller is the SoFlo Swamp, a blend of chocolate-infused Oreos and chocolate chips plus more Oreos for good measure. The shop’s signature flavor is Dusty Monkey, which is laced with Biscoff cookies and bananas soaked overnight in brown sugar. (lilyshandmadeicecream.com) —M.M.

A selective guide to Palm Beach-area restaurants

THE LISTINGS

The Palm Beach County dining scene has something for everyone, from funky burger bars and gastropubs to the glam style of iconic Palm Beach lounges. Here, find a listing of area standouts, organized by cuisine type, with descriptions, contact information, and price details for each. What the icons mean:

$ Most entrées under $25

$$ Most entrées $25-$40

$$$ Most entrées $40 or more

While not all-inclusive due to space limitations, our dining listings may vary every month and are constantly updated to showcase the culinary diversity of the area. Find more information on local dining options on palmbeachillustrated.com.

NOTICE TO RESTAURATEURS: The establishments listed and their descriptions are printed at the discretion of the editors of Palm Beach Illustrated. They are not a form of advertisement, nor do they serve as a restaurant review. For more information, email editorial@palmbeachmedia.com

AMERICAN

1000 NORTH The Jupiter Lighthouse serves as the backdrop for global takes on classic dishes. 1000 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (1000north.com) $$$

AQUAGRILLE Savor coastal cuisine in beach house–inspired environs. 14121 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach (aquagrillejuno.com) $$

AVOCADO GRILL Chef Julien Gremaud offers flavorful Florida-Caribbean bites. 125 Datura St., West Palm Beach (avocadogrillwpb.com) $$

BANTER Located inside the Canopy by Hilton hotel, Banter serves Florida fusion cuisine. 380 Trinity Place, West Palm Beach (banterwpb.com) $$

BEACON This waterfront grille boasts a contemporary American feel with Mediterranean influences. 1107 Love St., Jupiter (thebeaconjupiter.com) $$$

BUCCAN Chef Clay Conley offers a wide-ranging menu of seasonal small plates. 350 S. County Road, Palm Beach (buccanpalmbeach.com) $$$

BURT AND MAX’S This beloved establishment specializes in made-from-scratch plates. 9089 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (burtandmaxs.com) $$

CITY CELLAR WINE BAR & GRILL Offering pizza, dry-aged steaks, pasta, and seafood. 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (citycellarwpb.com) $$

COOLINARY Chef-owner Tim Lipman has merged his popular café and watering hole to create one delicious hangout. 4580 Donald Ross Road Suite 105, Palm Beach Gardens (thecoolpig.com) $$

THE COOPER Presenting innovative takes on classics from pasta to cocktails. 4610 PGA Blvd. Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens (thecooperrestaurant.com) $$

DADA Boasting an eclectic and hip atmosphere, Dada serves a fresh spin on standards. 52 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach (sub-culture.org/locations/dada/) $$ ENTRE NOUS BISTRO Home-style cooking commingles with gourmet fare. 123 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (entrenousbistro.com) $$$

GARY RACK’S FARMHOUSE KITCHEN At this healthy hangout, farm-fresh ingredients reign supreme. 204 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 399 S.E. Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton (farmhousekitchenboca.com) $$

GREASE BURGER BAR The high-end burgers elevate pub cuisine to a divine experience. 213 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (greasewpb.com) $

THE HAMPTON SOCIAL This brunch-favorite spot brings the essence of the Hamptons to South Florida. 40 N.E. 7th Ave. Suite 100, Delray Beach (thehamptonsocial.com) $$$

HIVE BAKERY & CAFÉ Satisfy your sweet tooth as well as breakfast, lunch, and coffee cravings. 1603 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (hivebakeryandcafe.com) $

KICKBACK NEIGHBORHOOD TAVERN A bar and grill with local flair from farm-fresh ingredients. 12771 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (kickbacktavern.com) $

KITCHEN This duo of family-run eateries serves sophisticated but not intimidating fare. 319 Belvedere Road #2, West Palm Beach; 5250 Donald Ross Road #100, Palm Beach Gardens (kitchenpb.com) $$$

Lily’s Handmade Ice Cream offers all-natural flavors and a variety of add-ins.

SAVOR

LE BAR Á VIN This wine and cocktail bar offers a range of drinks and light dishes. 380 S. County Road, Palm Beach (lebarpalmbeach.com) $$$

MAXWELL’S PLUM The circa 1966 restaurant is revived, complete with upscale cuisine and cool cocktails. 12300 S. Shore Blvd., Wellington (maxwellsplum.com) $$$

PARK TAVERN Everything from the bread to the condiments is handmade. 32 S.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (parktaverndelray.com) $$

PIG BEACH BBQ New York–based pitmasters bring Americana cuisine to this El Cid hangout. 2400 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (pigbeachnyc.com) $

PROPER GRIT Using only locally sourced ingredients, this gastropub in The Ben hotel pays homage to Old Florida. 251 N. Narcissus Ave., West Palm Beach (propergrit.com) $$$

RAVISH OFF OCEAN Stop by this hidden gem for approachable yet flavorful food and a unique cocktail program. 210 E. Ocean Ave., Lantana (ravishkitchen.com) $$

RESTAURANT 44 Contemporary classics served in a sleek, updated setting. Palm Beach Towers, 44 Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach (restaurant44 palmbeach.com) $$$

RH ROOFTOP The top floor of Restoration Hardware is a sumptuous place to enjoy comfort food. 560 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (rh.com) $$

SEASONS 52 This grill and wine bar serves seasonally inspired dishes. 11611 Ellison Wilson Road, Palm Beach Gardens; 2300 N.W. Executive Center Drive, Boca Raton (seasons52.com) $$

SEASPRAY INLET GRILL Ocean views, live entertainment, and a seasonal menu can be found at this restaurant fit for any occasion. 999 E. Camino Real, Boca Raton (seasprayboca.com) $$

SURFSIDE DINER This breakfast and lunch spot serves comfort food in a quintessential diner space. 314 S. County Road, Palm Beach (surfsidediner.com) $

SWIFTY’S AT THE COLONY Cosmopolitan dining meets island ease. 155 Hammon Ave., Palm Beach (thecolonypalmbeach.com) $$$

TABLE 26 This all-American restaurant presents comfort food in an atmosphere fit for both romantic dates and business luncheon meetings. 1700 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (table26palmbeach.com) $$$

THE TIDES Chef Leanne Kelleher’s “Treasure Coast cuisine” highlights Florida dishes enhanced by flavors from Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Deep South. 3103 Cardinal Drive, Vero Beach (tidesofvero.com) $$$

TROPICAL SMOKEHOUSE Chef Rick Mace brings his culinary prowess to Florida barbecue. 3815 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (eattropical.com) $

TROY’S BARBEQUE Locals return again and again for the superior barbecue. 1920 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (bbqtroys.com) $ TWENTYTWENTY GRILLE TwentyTwenty does not hold back with its modern cuisine and inventive options. 141 Via Naranjas, Boca Raton (twentytwentygrille.com) $$$

TRY THIS

Mochi Mania

Want to shake up your pastry routine? Try mochi doughnuts A hybrid of the American doughnut and Japanese mochi (soft and chewy rice cakes), these confections boast a unique ring shape consisting of eight connecting balls. With roots in Japan—where the (actually American) chain Mister Donut markets them as pon de ring—mochi doughnuts are typically made from either tapioca or rice flour, resulting in a chewier texture than traditional doughnuts. Since first landing in Hawaii, mochi doughnuts have grown in popularity across the United States in recent years. You can try them locally at Mochinut in Greenacres. (mochinut.com) —M.M.

VOODOO BAYOU Take your palate on a walk through the French Quarter with the authentic flavors of New Orleans. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 5095, Palm Beach Gardens (voodoobayou.com) $

THE WINE ROOM KITCHEN & BAR Savor self-pour wines and a Florida menu, or check out Radcliffe’s Speakeasy & Supper Club. 411 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (thewineroomonline.com/delray-beach) $$

THE WOODS Tiger Woods’ take on an upscale sports bar. 129 Soundings Ave., Jupiter (thewoods. tigerwoods.com) $$$

ASIAN AND INDIAN

AKIRA BACK This hot spot inside The Ray hotel features eclectic Korean-Japanese cuisine from Michelin-starred chef Akira Back. 233 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (akirabackdelray.com) $$

BASILIC VIETNAMESE CUISINE From banh mi to bubble tea, it’s all at Basilic. 200 S. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (basilicvietnamesecuisine.com) $

BOKEN Savor omakase-style sushi and more at this new spot inside the Eau Palm Beach. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$$

ECHO The Asian restaurant of The Breakers offers dishes from China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam. 230A Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (echopalmbeach.com) $$$

INDUS INDIAN AND HERBAL CUISINE Choose from an extensive menu of traditional dishes. 1649 Forum Place, West Palm Beach (indusdine.com) $$

KAPOW! NOODLE BAR Providing late-night comfort food with a French-Vietnamese flair. 519 Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 402 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (kapownoodlebar.com) $$

MALAKOR THAI CAFÉ This Northwood staple offers a colorful setting in which to enjoy Thai classics. 425 25th St., West Palm Beach (malakor.com) $$

SAIKO-I SUSHI LOUNGE AND HIBACHI A sexy and stylish atmosphere gives way to crowd-pleasing hibachi, sushi rolls, and more. 5970 S.W. 18th St., Boca Raton (saikoiboca.com) $$

THE SEA SOUTHEAST ASIAN KITCHEN & SUSHI BAR Stop by for a cool take on Southeast Asian cuisine. 16950 Jog Road, Delray Beach (theseaasianbistro.com) $$

STAGE Through small dishes packed with flavor, Stage presents delicious curries, gluten-free veggie options, and more. 2000 PGA Blvd. Suite 5502, Palm Beach Gardens (stagepga.com) $$

SUSHI SIMON Freshly caught fish from around the world makes this seemingly obscure oasis a mustvisit for any sushi lover. 1628 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (561-731-1819) $$

YAMA Kiyonori “Yama-san” Yamamoto prepares raw and cooked Japanese dishes, Korean barbecue, and Thai curries. 200 N.E. 2nd Ave. #110, Delray Beach (yamadelray.com) $$

ECLECTIC

BARCELLO With a pasta section ranging from pad thai to rigatoni, Barcello’s menu is one of the most unique in Palm Beach County. 11603 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (barcellonpb.com) $$

GRANDVIEW PUBLIC MARKET Located in the Warehouse District, this chic, industrial food hall features something for everyone, from poke bowls to tacos. 1401 Clare Ave., West Palm Beach (grandviewpublic.com) $

HMF The Breakers’ glamorous cocktail lounge is a mix of modern and classic cuisine. 1 S. County Road, Palm Beach (thebreakers.com/dining/hmf/) $$

ISLA & CO. Specializing in Australian cuisine, complete with a hearty brunch menu and a robust coffee program. 1401 Clare Ave., West Palm Beach (isla-co.com) $$

KONRO Savor an omakase-style culinary experience by chef Jacob Bickelhaupt and his sommelier wife, Nadia. 424 Park Place #101, West Palm Beach (konrorestaurant com) $$$

LOLA 41 This vibrant restaurant bases its menu off of the flavors found along the forty-first parallel. 290 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (lola41.com) $$

QUEEN OF SHEEBA James Beard–nominated chef Lojo Washington shares an authentic taste of Ethiopia. 716 N. Sapodilla Ave., West Palm Beach (queenof sheebawpb.com) $

RHYTHM CAFÉ Offering inspired comfort food and an impressive beer and wine inventory. 3800 A S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (rhythmcafe.com) $$

SPRUZZO Enjoy glittering views at this rooftop eatery with a globally inspired menu. 251 N. Narcissus Ave., West Palm Beach (spruzzowestpalm.com) $$

FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN

ALMOND Showcasing classic French comfort food and global-inspired plates. 207 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (almondrestaurant.com) $$

CAFÉ BOULUD This four-star restaurant boasts the same French flair as its famed Manhattan cousin, with a dash of South Florida flavor. 301 Australian Ave., Palm Beach, in The Brazilian Court (cafeboulud.com) $$$

LA GOULUE This island newcomer brings the flavors of France to Palm Beach. 288 S. County Road, Palm Beach (lagouluepalmbeach.com) $$$

PARIS IN TOWN This casual café offers pastries, crepes, and more in an authentic setting. 11460 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach (parisintown.com) $

PISTACHE FRENCH BISTRO Presenting French bistro bites with a Mediterranean twist. 101 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach (pistachewpb.com) $$

SIX TABLES There really are only six tables under the watchful eyes of owners Thomas and Jennifer Finn. 112 N.E. 2nd St., Boca Raton (sixtablesarestaurant.com) $$$

ITALIAN

ADRIENNE’S PIZZABAR Slinging Neapolitan-style pizza as well as other favorites. 378 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (adriennespizzabar.com) $

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE Beautifully presented dishes are complemented by fine wine and desserts. 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (brioitalian.com) $$

CAFÉ CENTRO This Northwood Village resto pairs live performances with eclectic Italian fare. 2409 N. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (cafecentrowpb.com) $$

CAFÉ FLORA Presenting Tuscan delicacies in a charming setting. 240 Worth Ave., Palm Beach (cafeflorapalmbeach.com) $$$

CAFFE LUNA ROSA Luna Rosa turns out consistent versions of classic Northern Italian dishes. 34 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach (caffelunarosa.com) $$ CAMPI Inside The Ray hotel, Campi is the South Florida version of NYC’s Campagnola restaurant. 233 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (therayhotel.com) $$

EVO Erik Pettersen re-creates the cuisine of his Sicilian relatives. 150 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta (evoitalian.com) $$

FELICE Savor a classic Tuscan menu and sustainable wines at this stylish café. 366 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (felicerestaurants.com) $$

FRANK PEPE PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA Bite into New Haven–style “apizzas.” 1701 S. Federal Hwy., Delray Beach (pepespizzeria.com) $

GRATO Chef Clay Conley lends his prowess to Italian food at this family-friendly trattoria. 1901 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (gratowpb.com) $$

HULLABALOO An Italian gastropub with creative cuisine and unique cocktails. 517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (sub-culture.org/hullabaloo) $$

LA SIRENA This Northern Italian beauty focuses on the cooking of the Amalfi Coast. 6316 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (lasirenaonline.com) $$

LOUIE BOSSI’S This beloved addition to the Boca dining scene specializes in sharable Italian favorites. 100 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (louiebossi.com) $$

LYNORA’S Lynora’s excels at modernizing classic Italian dishes. 207 Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 1548 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (lynoras.com) $$

Photo by: Nick Mele

SAVOR

WINE DOWN

POOLSIDE SIPPERS

BY MICHAEL DRAPKIN

Full-time Palm Beachers know how to beat the heat. Find shade, a cool body of water, and something ice-cold in the glass. When it comes to the ideal poolside thirst quencher, several basic rules guide our selections: that the wine be light, low alcohol by volume (ABV), refreshing, and undemanding of our full attention. Nobody wants to read Proust under the stifling summer sun—the same goes for wine alfresco so keep it simple. As for color preference? White, pink, red, orange, or bubbly if the prerequisites are fulfilled. The cherry on top? Choose a wine enclosed with a screw cap for ease.

At West Palm Wine Co. (west palmwine.com), we have a yearround section dedicated solely to pool and beach wines. Here are three of our favorites.

12023 Julian Haart 1,000L Dry Riesling | Germany  Dry Riesling is your greatest ally to beat the heat. Incandescent, fresh, zippy. $29

2022 Gobelsburg Cistercien Rosé | Austria

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MAISON CARLOS Maison Carlos excels at elevating homemade fare into superior cuisine. 3010 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (maisoncarlos.com) $$

PIZZA AL FRESCO This casual eatery offers some of the best pizza and views on the island. 14 Via Mizner, Palm Beach (pizzaalfresco.com) $$

POLPO PALM BEACH The cuisine of Southern Italy comes alive at this spot at the Eau Palm Beach. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$$

RENATO’S Renato’s produces first-rate Italian and continental fare in a European setting. 87 Via Mizner, Palm Beach (renatospalmbeach.com) $$$

ROSE’S DAUGHTER Chef Suzanne Perrotto carries on her mother’s culinary legacy. 169 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (rosesdaughterdelray.com) $$

SANT AMBROEUS Pairing the essence of Old World Milan with fine dining, resulting in a classic menu that complements stylish surrounds. 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (santambroeus.com) $$$

SERENA PASTIFICIO The scratch kitchen turns out handmade pasta, all complemented by seasonal cocktails and a well-curated wine list. 301 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (serena-pastificio.com) $$

TRAMONTI ITALIAN RISTORANTE Tramonti is the Delray Beach version of Angelo’s of Mulberry St., which has been in operation since 1902 119 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (tramontidelray.com) $$

TREVINI RISTORANTE Trevini serves Northern and Southern Italian dishes with taste and refinement. 223 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (treviniristorante.com) $$$

LATIN AMERICAN AND MEXICAN

ANDALUCIA TAPAS BAR & RESTAURANT Savor Spanish cuisine on-site or shop the marketplace to take a little bit of Spain with you. 187 Tequesta Drive, Jupiter (andaluciatapasbar.com) $$

BODEGA TAQUERIA Y TEQUILA This Miami favorite has migrated north, bringing with it a youthful, modern spin on Mexican street food. 118 S. Clematis St., West Palm Beach (bodegataqueria.com) $

DR. LIMÓN When you give Dr. Limón limes, they make ceviche. Chef Carlos Brescia uses Peruvian and local ingredients to deliver guests a taste of Latin America in South Florida. 533 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (doctorlimon.com) $

A bone-dry, citrusy, low-ABV rosé to slake your thirst. A bit of trapped carbonation lends itself to a little fi zz, imbuing the wine with an intense amount of liveliness on the palate. $22 palate.

2022 Swick Palhete | Oregon

We categorize this genre of wine as a chillable red, meaning it plays very nicely chilled in the fridge or ice bucket. This is an uberdelicate red with near unnoticeable tannins, somewhere between a rosé and a sinewy Pinot Noir. $29

HAVANA This family-friendly cantina serves all the Cuban specialties we’ve come to love. 6801 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (havanacubanfood.com) $

KOUSINE Chef Danny Kou crafts exciting modern Peruvian dishes, some with Asian influences. 1668 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (kousine.com) $$

NAKED TACO Stop by for margaritas and a globalinspired take on Mexican food. 9658 Glades Road Suit 200, Boca Raton (lovenakedtaco.com) $

MEDITERRANEAN

AMAR MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO Stop by for an authentic taste of Lebanon. 522 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (amardelray.com) $$

THE BLUE DOOR A welcome addition to the SoSo neighborhood, The Blue Door features light Mediterranean fare by chef Nano Crespo. 5700 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (thebluedoorwpb.com) $$

FLORIE’S Inside the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, chef Mauro Colagreco offers his interpretation of fine-dining Mediterranean fare. 2800 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach (fourseasons.com/palmbeach) $$$

MEDI TERRA The coastal flavors of the western Mediterranean shine at this family-run restaurant. 301 Via de Palmas #99, Boca Raton (mediterraboca.com) $$

NIMO Chef Niven Patel serves up creative coastal Mediterranean cuisine at this neighborhood eatery. 157 U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta (nimoeats.com) $$

SEAFOOD

ACQUA CAFÉ This chic resto delivers a coastal Italian take on seafood. 2875 S. Ocean Blvd. Suite 103, Palm Beach (acquacafepb.com) $$

CITY OYSTER AND SUSHI BAR With a full sushi bar, fresh oysters, and a bakery, City Oyster offers a plethora of options for all tastes. 213 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cityoysterdelray.com) $$

COPPERFISH KITCHEN Sustainably sourced seafood is on tap at Copperfish. 5250 Town Center Circle #143, Boca Raton (copperfishkitchen.com) $$$

LITTLE MOIR’S FOOD SHACK Put on your jeans and enjoy some of the freshest and most creatively prepared seafood in the area. 103 S. U.S. Hwy. 1 #D3, Jupiter (littlemoirs.com) $$

LUCKY SHUCK A raw bar, fresh seafood, and craft beer are all part of the ambience. 1116 Love St., Jupiter (luckyshuckjupiter.com) $$

MUSSEL BEACH This coastal-inspired restaurant offers 12 unique preparations of mussels. 501 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (musselbeachdelray.com) $$

OLD KEY LIME HOUSE This waterfront restaurant prioritizes fun times and fresh seafood. 300 E. Ocean Ave., Lantana (oldkeylimehouse.com) $$

PB CATCH This seafood restaurant is the brainchild of Pistache’s Reid Boren and Thierry Beaud. 251 Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (pbcatch.com) $$$

SEMINOLE REEF GRILL Key West charm commingles with Palm Beach sophistication at this locally owned restaurant. 11940 U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite 175, Palm Beach Gardens (seminolereefgrill.com) $$$

THE STATION HOUSE The specialty is perfectly prepared Maine lobster. 233 W. Lantana Road, Lantana (thestationhouse.com) $$

STEAK HOUSE

AVALON Avalon specializes in upscale beef and seafood. 110 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (avalon delray.com) $$$

THE BUTCHER’S CLUB In PGA National Resort, Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford creates dishes that taste as amazing as they look. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens (pgaresort.com) $$$

CUT 432 This modern steak house has a hip, high-energy environment. Executive chef and owner Anthony Pizzo pairs his food with excellent wines. 432 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cut432.com) $$$

GALLAGHERS The Roaring Twenties are alive at this Manhattan transplant where dry-aged steaks reign supreme. 2006 N.W. Executive Center Circle, Boca Raton (gallaghersnysteakhouse.com) $$$

HARRY’S Harry’s has perfected the steak house experience, from beef Wellingtons carved tableside to icecold martinis. 384 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (harrysbarrestaurant.com) $$$

THE JUPITER GRILL Steak and seafood share top billing at this modern coastal steak house at Harbourside Place. 149 Surroundings Ave., Jupiter (thejupitergrill.com) $$$

NEW YORK PRIME This steak house has it all: firstrate raw materials, flawlessly executed dishes, and tables spaced far enough apart for private conversations. 2350 N.W. Executive Center Drive, Boca Raton (newyorkprime.com) $$$

OKEECHOBEE STEAKHOUSE Credited as the oldest steak house in Florida, the Okeechobee Steakhouse opened in 1947 and has been an institution ever since. 2854 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (okeesteakhouse.com) $$$

SIP WITH PBI

Toast to New Orleans

RECOGNIZING THE RETURN OF AN ICONIC SPIRITS CONVENTION TO ITS BIRTHPLACE WITH A CLASSIC COCKTAIL BY JULES ARON

Since its beginnings in 2002, Tales of the Cocktail (TOTC) has evolved from a simple walking tour of historic New Orleans cocktail bars to the global spirits convention of today. With 22 years of honoring the craft, culture, and business of cocktails, TOTC returned to New Orleans July 21-26 with “Inspire,” its 2024 themed event that offered an immersive experience for both industry professionals and cocktail connoisseurs. With a lineup of educational programming, marquee events, and interactive activations, TOTC featured more than 65 educational sessions, 240 brand events (including tastings, happy hours, and dinners), and The Spirited Awards.

To celebrate another year of rich global cocktail traditions, I propose a toast with the Crescent City’s own official state cocktail, the iconic Sazerac, a classic whiskey cocktail that is a perfect love letter to New Orleans’ cocktail culture.

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Sazerac

Ingredients

1 sugar cube

1/2 tsp. cold water

1/4 oz. absinthe, to rinse

2 1/2 oz. rye whiskey

4 dashes Peychaud’s bitters

Lemon peel to garnish

« Rinse a chilled glass with absinthe, discarding any excess, and set aside. In a mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube, water, and the Peychaud’s bitters. Add the rye whiskey, fill the mixing glass with ice, and stir for 15 seconds until well-chilled. Strain liquid into the prepared glass and garnish with a twisted lemon peel.

RESTAURANT MONTH IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER

MAKE IT A STAYCATION SEPTEMBER - RESORT DEALS

South Florida is home to some of the best resorts in the country. From luxury oceanfront stays to buzzy downtown hotels with award-winning chefs, we have it all here right in our own backyard.

Make it a “Staycation September” and take advantage of the dozens of great dining deals and room discounts exclusively available at participating Flavor South Florida restaurants and hotels this September. To learn more about this year’s Flavor South Florida, visit our website at www.FlavorPB.com.

Gillian Lieberman

HOME

FROM CITY TO OCEAN, THE FINE ART OF PALM BEACH LIVING

DESIGN

COLOR AFLUTTER

Designer Jackie Armour of JMA Interior Design delivered a serious glow-up in this powder room for homeowners who share her adoration of color and pattern. “I love the boldness of the wallpaper,” says Armour. “Color has power. It can evoke different moods, tell a story, or completely change a space. It can elevate the comfort of a home and can transform its atmosphere.”

This family with little ones wanted their Loxahatchee River–facing home to represent them by blending a young spirit with touches of sophistication while providing functionality for both entertaining and everyday childfriendliness. Color was the key to infusing the playful vibe.

“This powder room and the entire residence is filled with color and fun,” says Armour. “It’s rare that a client embraces this much from a color and pattern standpoint, so I knew the results would be magical.” Jupiter (jmainteriordesign. com) —Liza Grant Smith

HOME

ELEMENTS

Japanese Garden Party

GET YOUR INTERIOR’S DESIGN PASSPORT STAMPED WITH DECOR THAT EVOKES STROLLING THROUGH A JAPANESE GARDEN

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

BOARDED UP

SCENE STEALER

This Sakura-Coral pillow ($175) by D.V. Kap Home celebrates Japan’s cherry blossom, an embodiment of impermanence, hope, and renewal. Patrick Day Home Gallery, Jupiter (patrickdayhome.com)

RIMMING WITH JOY

Subtle in detail but burgeoning with impact, Les Ottomans ceramic dinner plate ($58 each) features a lively green hand-painted bamboo rim. Hive Home, Gift & Garden, West Palm Beach (hivepalmbeach.com)

ZEN DEN

Mary

Inspired by the ephemeral beauty of cherry blossoms bursting into bloom, Michael Aram created this marble cheese board and matching knife ($175) with flowering golden and pink enamel accents. Mahoney, Palm Beach (marymahoney.com)

CLIMBING THE WALLS

Create a conceptually immersive experience with de Gournay’s breathtaking, hand-painted Japanese Garden wallpaper (prices vary). Chelsea Lane & Co., West Palm Beach (chelsealaneco.com)

SITTING PRETTY

Asian

What Asian garden tableau would be complete without a striking stool, such as this blue seat-meets-table ($425) from Uttermost? Mecox, West Palm Beach (mecox.com)

Designer Krista Watterworth Alterman of Krista + Home was calm headed when envisioning this room. “The goal for this design was to create a clean, quiet space with a neutral color palette for a serene atmosphere,” she says. “Before the renovation, the room featured heavy stone, drapery, and oversize furniture. We stripped it all down to craft a beautifully Zen space. The cherry blossoms always add a pretty, yet simple touch.” Palm Beach Gardens (kristahome.com)

TOWER OF COLOR

The Worlds Away pagoda-style lamp ($518) can be customized in any color from the Benjamin Moore paint deck. Pineapples Palms Too, Jupiter (pineapplespalms.com)

BALANCE BEAM

Blueme’s Balance White Lotus & Tea large ceramic candle ($100) offers clarifying green tea fragrance for tranquility followed by calming lotus flower to center thoughts and mood. Bloomingdale’s, Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton (bloomingdales.com)

DANIEL NEWCOMB

TALE OF TWO PALMS

ICONIC

TOWNS OF SIMILAR

NAME FEATURE DISTINCT ARCHITECTURAL STYLES

BY MARIE PENNY

Palm Springs and Palm Beach: they’re both named for the ultimate symbol of tropicalism—the palm tree. In Palm Springs’ case, it’s the California fan palm, native to the far southwestern United States, while Palm Beach is named for the coconut palm.

Palm Springs has the distinction of having the highest concentration of mid-century modern buildings in the country. Swiss-born Albert Frey (1903-1998) was one of the architects who defined Desert Modernism. He arrived in California in 1934 after a stop in New York, brimming with ideas from his time as a draftsman for Le Corbusier, a pioneer of the modern movement. Meanwhile, in southeastern Florida, Addison Mizner (1872-1933) was not a modernist but a designer of Spanish Colonial Revival. He and Frey never were in the same circles; he passed away just as Frey was getting his start. A native Californian, Mizner found his calling in Florida, ready for a fresh start also having spent time in New York.

Frey built this second house for himself, 30 years after he built his first. The textures and colors of the desert were brought inside—curtains are the same color as the yellow brittle brush blooms and the blue ceiling connects to vast Californian sky. A boulder that doubles as a dividing wall adds a healthy dose of materiality to the interior. Corrugated metal serves as the rooftop. It measures just 800 square feet (with a later addition of 300 square feet) nestled into the San Jacinto mountains.

2. WILSON MIZNER HOUSE, 1926

XIn Boca Raton, Mizner designed Spanish Colonial Revival–style houses just under 800 square feet in the Floresta neighborhood. This 1926 home was sold to his brother. In Palm Springs, houses like these were designed by Gordon Kaufmann (who went on to design the 1935 Art Deco Hoover Dam) and exist alongside many mid-century modern houses. “I adapted Spanish architecture to Florida, with color, lots of color,” Mizner said in a 1930 issue of Arts & Decoration magazine. “There is a very strong light down there, reflected from the sands, and the ocean glistens, like an opal with pinks, greens, and blues.”

Marie Penny writes “Heritage” on behalf of the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach.

1. FREY HOUSE II, 1964

Frey House II, photographed by Julius Shulman in 1965

Albert Frey

BALANCE

YOUR BEST SELF: FITNESS, NUTRITION, MINDFULNESS, WELL-BEING

COURTESYOFTRULYTROPICAL

FOOD FUEL

MANGO TANGO

In the middle of suburban Delray Beach, the 5-acre family farm of Truly Tropical is an unexpected find.

The hidden gem, which rests on an ancient sand ridge about a mile from the ocean, is burgeoning with 100 varieties of organic mangoes from around the world.

Chris Wenzel, who purchased the property in 1999, loves seeing people’s reactions when they try mangoes that can taste of lemon, coconut, and pineapple. What consumers might not know is that the fruit brims with health benefits. Mangoes are a great source of fiber, provide 67 percent of the daily requirement of vitamin C, and are a good source of other vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Eating mango can improve gut health, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels.

“Mangoes were introduced to South Florida more than a century ago and have become an important part of our summer,” Wenzel says. “It’s so exciting that we can offer the community a huge diversity of shapes, sizes, and flavors of mangoes.” Truly Tropical provides daily online updates for varieties ready for pickup. (themangoplace.com) —Liza Grant Smith

BALANCE

FACE TIME

LESS IS MORE

A SOFT TOUCH, HYDRATION, AND LIGHT REFLECTING PRODUCTS HELP MATURE SKIN LOOK ITS BEST

BY BETH BERNSTEIN

If you can remember the days of playing with eye shadows that matched your eye color, layering on Maybelline mascara, and the taste of shimmery, fruit-flavored lip glosses—all in the name of looking grown-up—two local experts recommend a different type of experimentation that flatters more mature skin. Dermatologist Chere Lucas Anthony, MD and medical aesthetician Kristen Leddy, both from the Rendon Center for Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine in Boca Raton advise a less is more approach to makeup and offer tips for a skin routine designed to bring out a smoother, more vibrant, and youthful glow. (rendoncenter.com)

TIP 1: Forgo foundation. Lucas suggests women over 50 use tinted moisturizers with SPF rather than foundations as they tend to offer color but don’t cake or seep into fine lines like heavier foundations. Leddy agrees and says, “a routine with SkinBetter products including the line’s Cleansing Gel, Alto Defense and Repair, [the line’s] hyaluronic acid [moisturizers] to hydrate skin, and the Trio Rebalancing Moisture [Treatment] to lock it in will be beneficial in creating a smoother look before the last step of applying your makeup.”

TIP 2: Go under cover.

“Under-eye circles appear more as women age due to skin becoming much thinner in this area,” Leddy says. “I recommend using a concealer like Colorscience Total Eye 3-In-1 Renewal Therapy SPF 35. It is lightweight and has a brightening component. This will reflect light which brightens this area.” The product comes in four shades and is safe for sensitive eyes. She also advises to “use a nude eyeliner in the water line. Neutral colors are best to open the eyes as is highlighting under the brow bone.”

TIP 4: Choose correct colors.

TIP 3: Lighten up to brighten up. Lucas says that highlighting products can help with contouring. “This technique can camouflage areas that need to reflect light,” she says. Rehydrating skin with a hyaluronic acid like Skinmedica’s HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator is another suggestion. “Using a fine mist setting spray in-between your makeup steps will also aid in achieving a more refreshed look,” Lucas says.

Both experts prefer a cream to powder blush for a smoother look. “There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to an overall makeup routine,” Leddy explains. “But finding the colors to match your skin tone will keep you looking rejuvenated and offer a more natural look.” Lucas says to “avoid dark makeup and dark eyeliner in the waterline” while Leddy suggests steering clear of shimmery eye shadows and “addressing skin concerns, and helping mature skin look radiant, beautiful, and revitalized rather than trying to camouflage with too much or the wrong type of makeup.”

Chere Lucas Anthony, MD (above left) and Kristen Leddy (above) of the Rendon Center for Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine

BALANCE

WELL-BEING

WAVES OF CHANGE

We get the scoop from West Palm Beach surfer and author Cash Lambert on his latest book, Surf Therapy: The Evidence-Based Science for Physical, Mental & Emotional Well-Being (Penguin Random House, 2024). —Skye Sherman

PBI: What is the surf therapy movement?

Lambert: A group of practitioners who—by understanding how therapeutic surfing has been for themselves—decided to share it with people in need. In the UK, surf therapy is prescribed to young adults with emotional trauma and depressive symptoms and is a taxpayer-funded form of treatment for police and first responders dealing with PTSD. Here, the surf therapy sector is working toward health insurance coverage (like a physical therapist or chiropractor).

How did this book come about?

After the release of my first book, Waves of Healing: How Surfing Changes the Lives of Children with Autism (Penguin Random House, 2019), I was contacted by the International Surf Therapy Organization to speak at their conference in Los Angeles … [where] I heard how surfing was therapeutic for at-risk [individuals]. Hearing these emotional and powerful stories, I knew someone had to write a book about it, so I did.

What are the basic tenets of surf therapy?

You have a trained instructor who has experienced the same challenges

you have faced, who you can open up to; a cheering section on the beach clapping as you surf toward shore; other participants you can find community with and learn from; breathing techniques; a discussion to talk about your experiences; and more.

Can you share a story of a time you saw surf therapy work firsthand?

A child with autism saying his first words on a surfboard here in Florida; surf therapy preventing suicide for incarcerated young adults in New Zealand; cleansing teenagers who live near the radiation zones of Chernobyl; and helping children in a South African township. Seeing it all come full circle when I meet lead surf instructors who were once participants.

BEACH BUDDY

Hometown hit maker Jupiter

Wellness has made a habit out of delivering scientifically backed wellness products, and it’s not one they plan to break anytime soon. Founder Brian John is excited about a new must-have for beach days—a product that offers layers of protection

“NoStingz is amazing,” John says. “It’s a sun-care line that, not only protects you from UVA/UVB sun rays just like normal sunscreen, but also

helps prevent stings from jellyfish and sea lice.” The product is dermatologist tested and recommended and proven water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Since its formation in 2018, the Jupiter-based company has been focused on making people feel better, first in the realm of CBD-related products, and later with proven treatments for hair, skin, and sexual health. (nostingzspf.com) —L.G.S.

Left: Surfer and author Cash Lambert

BALANCE

WELLNESS

LUXE Living

Private, high-end residences meet luxury hotel at AKA West Palm , which offers studios, one- and two-bedroom accommodations, and penthouse suites for short staycations or extended visits. But beyond just the upscale decor and inspired artistic touches, AKA’s focus extends into a variety of curated wellness amenities and services. Here are three AKA offerings that make this the destination you’re dreaming of. (stayaka.com) —L.G.S.

BODY + BEAUTY LAB

Born in Pennsylvania, Body + Beauty has become one of the top 20 medical spas in the United States. The West Palm Beach location epitomizes the company’s approach of pairing contemporary science with a holistic approach to create a truly personalized experience for clients. This is the perfect opportunity to keep skin-care goals on track, even while traveling. (westpalmbeach. bodyandbeautylab.com)

WELL SOWN

In 2019, needing to make a big change after 20 years in the beauty industry, Tara Barber bought an RV, sold most of her material possessions, loaded up her dog, and traveled the country. After a few years, she was still missing a purpose. She thought of the one thing that gave her joy in her old life and realized it was her vegetable and flower gardens. But how could she garden and still travel? The answer led to the creation of Sown Simply, Barber’s company that offers handmade windowsill gardening kits.

The kits, which are suitable for all skill levels and ages, come in a reusable product bag that contains seeds, soil pellets, seedling pots, corresponding plant stakes, and an instruction insert. Varieties include the original garden kit (staples for everyday cooking) to the microgreens garden kit and herbal tea garden kit, with beverage recipes and growing instruction.

Ready to get growing? In the fall, Barber makes the rounds of farmers markets and craft shows in South Florida, but you can order them year-round. (sownsimply.com) —L.G.S.

A FITNESS

Whether it’s a get-your-day-moving morning workout or stress-busting evening routine, A Fitness delivers solutions thanks to the innovative on-site Technogym fitness center. The Excite Live line pairs myriad workouts and entertainment options for personalized training on treadmills. (stayaka.com)

AKA PET SPA

Powered by West Palm Beach–based D is for Dog, the AKA Pet Spa is a lavish spa experience for pups visiting the pet-friendly hotel. Do it yourself, book a professional wash (with soothing shampoo and botanical-infused conditioner), or send the pup for a full professional grooming that includes a haircut, nail trim, and ear cleaning. (disfordogwpb.com)

Board-certified spinal surgeon

Leading

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MINERAL MIRACLE

THE SEASON’S BREAKOUT WELLNESS STAR, MAGNESIUM, OFFERS WINNING APPEAL AND SURPRISING HEALTH BENEFITS

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH TRENDING

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SOAK

Alo Yoga’s Mindful Magnesium Bath Soak ($48) melts stress and soothes tired muscles thanks to magnesium that is blended with coconut and avocado oils for skin nourishing and hydration.

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With pollutant-free magnesium fl akes from the ancient seabed of the Zechstein Sea, Higher Dose’s Get Salty Spray ($35) allows you to proactively replenish skin with vital electrolytes before you sweat them out. Simply spritz your skin before exercise—sweating will open your pores and allow for maximum magnesium absorption—and combine electrolyte revitalization with additional benefi ts like reduced fatigue, calmed nerves, and soothed muscles. (higherdose.com)

SWALLOW

Made with bioavailable magnesium which studies have shown to be superior for absorption compared to the traditional manufacturing methods, these Orange Crème Magnesium Gummies ($21) from Garden of Life offer 100mg of magnesium per gummy along with pre and probiotics to act as stress, sleep, heart, muscle, bone, and digestive support. The Vitamin Shoppe, multiple locations (gardenoflife.com)

SIP

Mimicking the popular Sleepy Girl Mocktail when mixed with Moon Juice’s Magnesi-Om powder supplement ($44) contains a magnesium chelate blend (gluconate, acetyl taurinate, and citrate) and L-theanine for relaxation (a feeling of calm); brain health and healthy cognitive aging; and improved regularity. (moonjuice.com)

SMOOTH

Scientific partnerships, including those with University of Sheffield and St. Mark’s Hospital in London, make UK-based BetterYou one of the most researched magnesium mineral brands in the world. Their Magnesium Sleep Body Lotion ($17) can be massaged into skin at bedtime to relax tired muscles while slowing sensory activity and quieting the mind for a deeper and more sustained sleep cycle. CVS Pharmacy, multiple locations (us.betteryou.com) tart cherry juice,

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In his spare time, he likes to play his guitar and enjoy music in his audiophile music setup in his office and home. Recently his cancer therapy center has been acknowledged as a ‘Radiopharmaceutical Therapy center of Excellence’ by the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, the first and the only one of its kind to carry this prestigious distinction in south Florida.

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BALANCE

GOOD NATURE

NEW HORIZONS

A SHIFT IN PERSPECTIVE CAN TRANSFORM THE FUTURE

BY TAMMY FENDER

There’s a theory that looking out at the vast horizon changes internal horizons, too, expanding the sense of life’s possibilities. For those of us who are fortunate enough to get away this month, it can be a perfect time of contemplation and the chance to explore “what if” opportunities. Visual analogies pepper talk transformation and the future—“envisioning” what could be and “setting our sights” with a particular goal in mind. When we stray from our intended path, we call it “losing sight” of the objective. As we shift perspectives, we also take up a new “point-of-view.”

From a very literal standpoint, using the eyes to gaze at the horizon to support our fresh thinking is a

physiological gift, especially when coupled with nature’s power to soothe and calm the nervous system. It’s suggested that when we allow our eyes to open into peripheral vision, it signals safety to the body, releasing anxiety and opening the chance to explore our thoughts with curiosity.

To feel the shift, try giving this simple practice a try anytime: when you feel stress rising, simply stop, step outside, and let your eyes take in the breadth of the blue sky. It creates a beautiful sense of pause.

When approaching life’s biggest questions—which is an ideal late summer occupation—give a little structure to your practice of envisioning. First, carve out a peaceful time and find a place outdoors where you can take in an expanse. The ocean, a starry night

sky, a breathtaking city skyline, or a mountain range are good examples. The less rushed you feel, the better. Seed a question to yourself with a quiet intention. It can be something as simple—or complex—as “What do I know to be true?”

As you let a response rise in you, listen to your own heart. Allow the vastness you see before you infuse your thoughts with inspiration. There is so much potential in taking in nature’s expansiveness. Let your mind wander widely— and you may even surprise yourself. «

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CULTURE

YOUR GUIDE TO THE HOTTEST HAPPENINGS THIS MONTH

GOLDEN HOUR

As the summer sun blazes across South Florida, opt for an enchanting evening of music illuminated by the gentle glow of candlelight during Fever’s Candlelight Concert August 23. First Presbyterian Church in West Palm Beach will be transformed by thousands of dancing flames, setting the scene for two nighttime performances. The first, “A Tribute to Adele,” kicks off at 7 p.m. and boasts the best of the Grammy- and Academy Awardwinning songstress’ discography, including “Hello,” “Skyfall,” “Chasing Pavements,” and more, all performed by the Listeso String Quartet.

At 9:15 p.m., the Collins Quartet will perform “Best of Hip-Hop on Strings,” featuring hits like Coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise” and Kendrick Lamar’s “Swimming Pools (Drank)” as well as medleys of favorites by hip-hop greats, including Jay-Z, Outkast, Lauryn Hill and Fugees, 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., and more. Tickets for each concert start at $52. (feverup.com) —Abigail Duffy

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AUGUST 2024

ARTS & EVENTS

GOINGS ON

1 Native American History and Archaeology Guided Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also August 15, 22, 29, $12. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

2 Art After Dark, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, also August 9, 16, 23, 30, $5-$10. (norton.org)

First Friday @ 5, Centennial Park and Amphitheater, Boynton Beach, free. (boynton-beach.org)

Wisdom of the Waves film screening, Cornell Art Museum, Delray Beach, free. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

3 Family Studio: World of Jewelry Design, Norton Mu-

Clockwise from right: Watch Donna Conlon’s close encounters with hummingbirds in From the Ashes (De las cenizas), a portion of “Surroundings: Video Encounters of Nature,” on view at the Norton Museum of Art to September 22; enjoy performances by Eric Johanson (August 16), The Betty Fox Band (August 10), and The Dirty Doors (August 31) at Arts Garage.

seum of Art, West Palm Beach, also August 10, 17, 24, 31, free. (norton.org)

Intracoastal Adventures: Family Summer Snorkel, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Boca Raton, also August 18, $15$19. (myboca.us)

4 Coco Market, Old School Square, Delray Beach, free. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

6 “Charlie Chat,” Busch Wildlife Sanctuary at Abramson & Schlaggar Reserve, Jupiter, free. (buschwildlife.org)

7 Palm Beach County Residents Day, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, free. (mounts.org)

Wellness Wednesdays, Cornell Art Museum, Delray Beach, also August 14, 21, 28, $5. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

9 “A Closer Look: Art, Perception, and Your Brain” lecture with Russell D. Hamer, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $5-$18. (norton.org)

10 Intracoastal Adventures: Advanced Kayaking, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Boca Raton, $20-$25. (myboca.us)

NEW IN TOWN

If checking out a new gallery is on your summer to-do list, you’re in luck. Atlanta-based Pryor Fine Art debuted a West Palm Beach location on Palm Street this spring and boasts works by artists across disciplines and styles. This month, the gallery will unveil “Innovative Photography,” a showcase of works by Isabelle Menin and Merrell Thompson, on view August 1-31. The gallery is open Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment on Saturday. (pryorfineart.com) A.D.

PICKS

THE SCHMIDT BOCA RATON HISTORY MUSEUM IS THE SCENE FOR THE SECOND INSTALLMENT OF THE MONTHLY SUMMER SIPS & SOUNDS SERIES, RETURNING AUGUST 15. CELEBRATING THE “MUSIC OF THE 1960S,” THE CONCERT WILL HONOR THE TRANSFORMATIVE DECADE WITH AN EVENING OF POPULAR TUNES, BEVERAGES, AND LIGHT BITES. TICKETS START AT $40. (BOCAHISTORY. ORG)

GET YOUR SUMMER THEATER FIX AT DELRAY BEACH PLAYHOUSE’S PRODUCTION OF A CHORUS LINE AUGUST 23 TO SEPTEMBER 15. THE PULITZER PRIZE–WINNING MUSICAL BY MICHAEL BENNETT CHRONICLES THE PASSIONATE, COMPLEX LIVES OF BROADWAY PERFORMERS, COMPLETE WITH ICONIC SONGS. TICKETS ARE $45. (DELRAYBEACH PLAYHOUSE.COM) –A.D.

11 Dogs’ Day in the Garden, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, $5 with paid admission. (mounts.org)

13 “The Gladiolus Capital and Much, Much More: Delray Beach’s Agricultural History” lecture with Evan P. Bennett, Vintage Gym, Old School Square, Delray Beach, tickets start at $30. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

14 Five Flags Over the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Guided Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, also August 21 and 28, $12. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

17 Family Fun: Cicada Noisemaker, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, free with paid museum admission. (morikami.org)

18 Lighthouse Moonrise Tour, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, $25. (jupiterlighthouse.org)

THESE EVENT DETAILS ARE CURRENT AS OF PRESS TIME, BUT PLEASE CONTACT THE VENUE OR PRESENTER FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.

From top: Cornell Art Museum and Old School Square will set the scene for Wellness Wednesdays August 7, 14, 21, and 28, as well as the Coco Market August 4.

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WILD SIDE

«This summer, put “conversing with a cougar” on your bucket list. Enjoy a wild evening at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter during the center’s “Charlie Chat,” a special evening lecture about Charlie the cougar, Busch’s newest animal ambassador, August 6. Taking place from 6 to 7 p.m., executive director Amy Kight and operations director Christen Mason will tell the tale of and show footage from Charlie’s rescue and journey from California to Florida.

The event is free to attend, but registration is required, and donations are appreciated. (buschwildlife.org) —A.D.

21 Art Talk: “Sunset Strip: The 1970s Rock Art Gallery,” Vero Beach Museum of Art, free with paid museum admission. (vbmuseum.org)

25 Intracoastal Adventures: Advanced Canoeing, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Boca Raton, tickets start at $20. (myboca.us)

30 Black Business Pop-Up Shop, Boynton Beach Arts & Cultural Center, free. (boynton-beach.org)

Nights at the Museum: Bubble, Pop, Fizz, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (coxsciencecenter.org)

31 “Good Day Sunshine State: The Beatles in 1964 Florida” lecture with Bob Kealing, Vero

Beach Museum of Art, free. (vbmuseum.org)

Jupiter BMX Jam, Jupiter Skate Park, $15-$25. (jupiter.fl.us)

PERFORMANCES

1 Clematis by Night: The Alive Beat Band, Waterfront Commons, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

2 Slightly Stoopid & Dirty Heads, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $40. (westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com)

3 Rapid Thespians presents Panned, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $25. (lyrictheatre.com)

Studio 117: A Night at the Disco, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $150. (sunrisetheatre.com)

8 Clematis by Night: The Derek Mack Band, Waterfront Commons, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb. org/events)

9 Battle of the Bands, Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton, contact for ticket prices. (myboca.us)

10 The Betty Fox Band, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, tickets start at $40. (artsgarage.org)

13 Sunset Concerts at the Gallery: Flautist Kara Ravaschieri, Court House Cultural Center, Stuart, $5. (martinarts.org)

15 Clematis by Night: Poor Life Decisions, Waterfront Commons, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

Summer Sips & Sounds: Music of the 1960s, The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum, tickets start at $40. (bocahistory.org)

16 Eric Johanson, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, tickets start at $40. (artsgarage.org)

17 Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $33. (westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com)

Summer Jazz Series: Yvette Norwood-Tiger Jazz Ensemble, Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Lake Worth Beach, $20-$25. (palmbeachculture.com)

18 Sunday on the Waterfront: Quick Fix, Meyer Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

21 Soul in the City Jazz Experience: Noreena Downey & Dizzy Blue Band, Lake Pavilion, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

Train, REO Speedwagon, and Yacht Rock, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $36. (westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com)

22 Clematis by Night: On the Roxx, Waterfront Commons, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

Dan + Shay, Jake Owen, and Dylan Marlowe, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $42. (westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com)

23 Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Adele, First Presbyterian Church, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $52. (feverup.com)

Candlelight Concert: Best of Hip-Hop on Strings, First Presbyterian Church, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $52. (feverup.com)

A Chorus Line, Delray Beach Playhouse, to September 15, $45. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

Thirty Seconds to Mars and AFI, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $35. (westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com)

The City of West Palm Beach will present the Caribbean Chillers at Clematis by Night August 29 and Noreena Downey & Dizzy Blue Band August 21.

24 Burlesque on the Ave, Lake Worth Playhouse, tickets start at $30. (lakeworthplayhouse.org)

Megadeath, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $31. (westpalmbeachamphi theatre.com)

25 Ryan Niemiller, The Studio at Mizner Park, Boca Raton, $30. (thestudioatmiznerpark.com)

29 Clematis by Night: Jimmy Buffett Tribute, Waterfront Commons, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb. org/events)

30 Imagine Dragons, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $117. (westpalm beachamphitheatre.com)

Party in Paradise: Delray’s Tribute to Jimmy Buffett, Old School Square, Delray Beach, $20-$60. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

31 The Dirty Doors, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, tickets start at $45. (artsgarage.org)

GALLERIES

Boca Raton Innovation Campus. “Multiple Visions: Arts Warehouse Resident Artists Satellite Exhibition,” to Sept. 2. (artswarehouse.org)

Boca Raton Museum of Art. “Myths, Secrets, Lies, and Truths: Photography from the Doug McCraw Collection,” to Oct. 13; “Julie Evans: Eating Sunshine,” to Oct. 20. (bocamuseum.org)

City Hall Lobby, Sandhill Crane Golf Clubhouse, and Tennis & Pickleball Center, Palm Beach Gardens. “Lara Chapman,” to Aug. 15; “Helga Jensen-Ruopp,” to Aug. 20; “Kris Davis,” to Aug. 28. (pbgfl.com)

Cornell Art Museum, Delray Beach. “Oceana Phenomena: Sea Stories and Sea Level Chronicles by Jane Baldridge,” to Sept. 29. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

Court House Cultural Center, Stuart. “Third Annual Members Showcase,” to Aug. 31. (martinarts.org)

Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach. “Dinosaur Revolution,” to Sept. 29. (coxsciencecenter.org)

Elliott Museum, Stuart. “Surfing Florida: A Photographic History,” to Aug. 16; “Water/Ways,” Aug. 31 to Nov. 10. (hsmc-fl.com)

Findlay Galleries, Palm Beach. “Summer Selections,” to Sept. 10. (findlaygalleries.com)

Kravis Center, West Palm Beach. “Space Explorers: The Infinite,” to Sept. 2. (kravis.org)

Levis JCC Sandler Center, Boca Raton. “Israel: A Photographic Retrospective,” to Sept. 30. (levisjcc.org)

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach. “Hapa.Me,” to Aug. 25; “Musha-Ningy: Avatars of the Samurai Spirit,” to Oct. 6. (morikami.org)

Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach. “Surroundings: Video Encounters of Nature,” to Jan. 26; “Landscapes Inspired by Old Masters” and “The Paper Trail: 500 Years of Prints from the Jonathan ‘Jack’ Frost Collection,” both to Aug. 11; “Dragons, Commanders of Rain,” Aug. 24 to Jan. 19; “Rose B. Simpson: Journeys of Clay,” to Sept. 1; “Cut Up/Cut Out: Photomontage from the Collection,” to Oct. 13; “Afterschool Arts Outreach Exhibition: Dimensions of Identity” and “Special Guest/A Quiet Abiding: Jacobus Vrel’s Interior with a Sick Wom-

an by a Fireplace in The Leiden Collection,” both to Dec. 15. (norton.org)

Palm Room Art Gallery & Artisans Boutique, Sewall’s Point, Stuart. “Summer Salon,” to Aug. 31. (martinartisansguild.org)

Pryor Fine Art, West Palm Beach. “Innovative Photography” by Isabelle Menin and Merrell Thompson, Aug. 1-31. (pryorfineart.com)

RC2 Gallery and Rosenbaum Contemporary, Boca Raton. “Into the Blue,” to Aug. 31. (rosenbaum contemporary.com)

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum. “Dual Perspectives: The Photography of Courtenay Gilbert and Peter Lorber,” to Sept. 27. (bocahistory.org)

Vero Beach Museum of Art. “Rock ’N’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip: Photographs by Robert Landau,” to Sept. 15. (vbmuseum.org)

Morning Light: The Chapel Studio by Hugo Grenville is on view in “Summer Selections” at Findlay Galleries to September 10.

SOCIAL STUDIES

PALM BEACH MAGAZINE ™

SUNSET CRUISE

WHO: Historical Society of Palm Beach County WHAT: Sunset History Cruise and Behind the Palms - The Evolution of Resort Wear screening WHERE: Mariner III, City of Riviera Beach Marina

DANIELLE OUELLETTE, BETSY DONAHUE

SUSAN AND CHRIS COWIE

JEAN MINUTELLO, JOHN ARCHER

JIM AND JUDY SCHWARZ

LYNN LAROCQUE, TRISH DEPHILLIPS

SANDRO HERRERA AND WENDY WILLIS-HERRERA

SUNNI AND JEREMY JOHNSON

MARY AND TOM SHAFER

SANDRA MCFADDEN, BRONWEN HALLIWELL

CAPEHART

RICK ROSE

PHIPPS OCEAN PARK GROUNDBREAKING

WHO: Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach WHAT:

Phipps Ocean Park Restoration Project Groundbreaking

Celebration WHERE: Phipps Ocean Park, Palm Beach

KIT PANNILL, KATE GUBELMANN

PALM BEACH MAYOR DANIELLE MOORE, DAN PONTON

PAULINE PITT, JANE HOLZER

CASON CARTER, AMANDA SKIER

JULIE ARASKOG, BILLY GILBANE

LEW CRAMPTON, BOBBIE LINDSAY

BETSY SHIVERICK, BRIDGET MORAN, JULIE ARASKOG, BOBBIE LINDSAY, PALM BEACH MAYOR DANIELLE MOORE, TED COONEY, LEW CRAMPTON, AMANDA SKIER

MISH TWORKOWSKI, LYNNE WHEAT

RAYMOND JUNGLES, TED COONEY

BRIAN AND JULIE SIMMONS, ELECTRA TOUB, PETER SOROS

SOCIAL STUDIES

OUT & ABOUT

1. WHO: Nat King Cole Generation Hope and board member Liz McDermott WHAT: “A Toast to Music Education” cocktail event WHERE: Dubin residence, Palm Beach 2. WHO: Path to College WHAT: Shine and Dine Gala, benefiting the Catapult! Youth Mentoring Center WHERE: Kravis Center, West Palm Beach

KRISTINA GUSTAFSON NEDERLANDER, GALE BROPHY, LORI STOLL

LIZ MCDERMOTT, ROBIN DUBIN AVRAM, CASEY COLE-RAY, TIMOLIN COLE-AUGUSTUS

PAMELA TAYLOR YATES, ROBIN BAKER LEACOCK

MARY KATHLEEN ERNST AND EDMUND SPIVACK

MARIA MARINO, DAVID FRISBIE

LAKE WORTH BEACH MAYOR BETTY RESCH, CARLA BLOCKSON, JOAN OLIVA

SUZANNE FRISBIE, RUSSELL BOURNE, LORNA JAMES AND WEST PALM BEACH MAYOR KEITH JAMES

BOB MURRAY AND SHARON BUSH

BOB COHEN, MARK WALTER

OUT & ABOUT

3. WHO: Daphne Nikolopoulos, Bettina Anderson, and Audrey Gruss WHAT: Charms of Hope collaboration exhibition and luncheon WHERE: Carriage House, Palm Beach 4. WHO: Samantha Marulli and Barbara Marulli WHAT: Prom Royale! A Prom Beach Dress Donation Drop-Off, benefiting Prom Beach Inc. WHERE: Marulli residence, Palm Beach

MICHELLE WORTH, AUDREY GRUSS, LUCE CHURCHILL

MAI HALLINGBY, MELINDA HASSEN, MARIANA KAUFMAN, FRANNIE SCAIFE

RACHEL POLLACK, LAURA MANGUM WISSA, SAMANTHA MARULLI

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BARBARA MARULLI

ALAN ROGER, XIOMI MURRAY

KRISTINA MCPHERSON, ALI KAMPSEN, BETTINA ANDERSON, KAKI SWID

SIEGEL, ANNE RUSSELL

DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS, LISETTE SIEGEL

LAST WORD

How did the idea of Blu Scarpa come about?

Blu Scarpa was about creating something I personally wanted and felt that there was a void in the marketplace. [It’s] a uniform concept that spoke to a very specific product line around luxury sportswear—paying homage to the greats like Phil Knight at Nike and channeling a more artisanal and luxury approach.

Why the color blue?

Blue is a very special color to me. It is the sky; it is the ocean; it is all the grounding elements on this planet. [It is] a peg to base the vision. For Italians, blue is their black, and I always felt like there weren’t enough blue options.

What is your greatest source of inspiration?

Contemporary art and sports, specifically the golden age of tennis in the ’80s. I also attribute inspiration to my upbringing in the ’90s.

Ultimate style icon?

A combination of individuals like Gianni Agnelli and Lapo Elkann mixed with the more modern style of Pharrell and Nigo.

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What did you love most about growing up in Palm Beach?

Palm Beach has always been very special to me. It’s significant in terms of my brand because it holds a really classic Americana basis for my vision.

Favorite thing about living in Miami?

I love that it has grown into such an amazing city with so much to offer. To see it grow and blossom over the past 20 years and to play a role in that makes it that much closer to my heart.

Summer destination?

My absolute paradise is Sardinia. I look forward to going there every year.

What’s next for the brand?

We are opening distribution and went to Milan for Men’s Fashion Week to showcase our products for the first time. We are also starting to do collaborations. We are debuting a sub-brand with my dear friend Lapo Elkann called Blu Palm, which also ties back to Palm Beach, and then we have a collaboration with Sergio Tacchini for the U.S. Open I am very excited about.

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