P.O.W.E.R. Magazine Spring 2022

2022 SPRING ISSUE

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH

AINSLEY EARHARDT AMERICAN TELEVISION PERSONALITY AND BEST-SELLING AUTHOR

THE FITNESS ROCKSTAR™ NICOLE CHAPLIN TAKES YOUR HEALTH & WELLNESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL RESTAURATEUR INGRID AIELLI SHARES HER RECIPE” FOR SUCCESS

VICTORIA OSTEEN EMPOWERS WOMEN THROUGH HER COMPASSION AND FAITH RHONY STAR

LUANN DE LESSEPS

INTRODUCES HER ALCOHOL-FREE ROSÉ

Choosing to skip alcohol for the night - or the rest of your life - is an incredibly empowering decision, I know firsthand.

Indulging in a night with girlfriends sans booze made me feel more confident, vibrant, and at peace with myself and the world around me. We should all have more reasons to live rich, beautiful lives without compromising our health — and it all starts with having better options.

That’s what inspired me to create a non-alcoholic sparkling rosé that lets everyone share in the party. With one refreshing sip, drinkers will taste the love and purpose that went into this very special blend.

“With superfood ingredients like schisandra and damiana, elegant tannin and herbal ingredient like rosemary and white oak, and a deliciously refreshing hibiscus and white wine grape base, my Fosé Rosé hits all the notes while keeping you feeling your best.”

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uann de Lesseps, everyone’s favorite countess and the star of “The Real Housewives of New York City,” has a new product she is very excited about. She created Fosé Rosé, a unique, natural, non-alcoholic sparkling wine with superfood ingredients that include damiana (an aphrodisiac) and schisandra (an adaptogenic liver fortifier known for its mood stabilizing properties). Herbal ingredients include rosemary and white oak with a hibiscus and white wine grape base. Fosé Rosé is available at drinkfose. com. Luann wanted to make something that was like rosé, that tasted like rosé, felt like drinking an elevated sparkling rosé, but without alcohol, and that was low in calories.

Luann says, “I’m really hoping it can help take away the stigma of making the choice not to drink. No one likes to be judged for ordering a glass of Perrier {instead of wine}.

I wanted to make things easier for people who are sober.

It’s also great for people who still drink and just want to take a break from alcohol. It’s full of euphoric and hydrating properties. It really mimics the taste of a real rosé, which was important to me. You would truly never know the difference.”

To get the product just right, Luann reveals that she perfected the taste over a year and eventually got it to the calorie level she desired. She worked with the Kin Euphorics company, who are actually making the drink. They are a very established brand. A portion of the proceeds will go to The Fortune Society, a nonprofit. In addition to being an entrepreneur, Luann is an acknowledged entertainer, TV personality, cabaret star, singer, and author.

Recently, Luann was ranked the #1 Housewife by TV Guide, topping all housewives across all franchised cities.

In 2021, she starred in a holiday cabaret show, “A Very Countess Christmas,” which played to sold-out crowds nationwide. She has been headlining cabaret shows since 2018. Luann has performed a range of pop tunes as well as her own original dance hit songs, “Money Can’t Buy You Class,” “Chic, C’est La Vie,” “Girl Code,” “Viva La Diva,” and “Feelin’ Jovani,” for a surprising showcase of charisma, charm, and magnetic stage presence. When she walks onto the stage, people are in for evening they won’t forget.

Luann has made many appearances on TV and appeared as a guest star on the popular Hulu show “Difficult People” and “Law & Order: SVU,” alongside Mariska Hargitay. She is a champion for many charitable organizations including The American Cancer Society, GLAAD, and ACE Partnership for the Homeless. Luann partnered with The Fortune Society which supports formerly incarcerated inmates by helping them build a successful life path as they reenter into society. A mother of two successful artists, Luann currently divides her time between her homes in New York City and the Hamptons, where she is working on her next book after authoring the best-selling book “Class with the Countess: How to Live with Elegance & Flair.”

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As a well-known reality TV star, you are constantly in the public eye.

What do you see as the positives and negatives of having your life followed by millions of people?

Let me start with the positives and end on the negatives. The positive thing for me is to be able to shine a light on things that are near and dear to me, such as the many charities I have worked with in the past and continue to work with today. Aside from that, being able to write music and sing with Natalie Cole was one of the highlights of my life. And now I’ve managed to create my own cabaret show, which I have been touring with since 2018 to sold out theaters across the country.

The positives for me surely out-

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weigh the negatives. I like to look at my life with the cup half full and not half empty. Being a personality on television opens the door for people to think they can say anything they want to you even if they don’t fully know you. The scrutiny we face when putting ourselves out there can be overwhelming and I try not to let what people think of me affect how I live my life.

You have been very open about your battle with alcoholism and have recently created a non-alcoholic wine. Tell us why you decided to undertake this endeavor.

I try not to label myself one way or another. It really is a journey you have to commit to day by day. Over the course of the past couple of years,

I was looking for something to drink with my daughter other than a Perrier or a can of soda. We couldn’t find anything that we really liked that was close to rosé wine, which was one of my favorite go-to’s, so we decided to make our own. That’s how the idea of Fosé was born. Necessity is the mother of invention. I wanted something elevated, in a beautiful bottle, which was low calorie, looked like wine, and tasted as close to wine as you can get. That’s what we created.

Where can people purchase your non-alcoholic wine, Fose’ Rose?

Currently people can visit www. drinkfose.com. Soon, it will also be stocked in restaurants and boutique shops across the country.

Tell us a little about the charities that are near and dear to your heart?

When I first started the Housewives, I was working with the American Cancer Society. Throughout the years I’ve been able to promote a lot of charitable organizations like that.

I support The Ace Partnership for the homeless, and most recently, the Fortune Society for men and women who have been formerly incarcerated.

What is one thing that you want people to know about you?

When I do something like charity work, or create a brand like Fosé, or devise my cabaret, I put my heart and soul into it. I’m not just the kind of person that puts my name on something. I give it my full, undivided attention. I’m someone that’s very passionate about the work that I do and I’m a loyal friend and partner.

What advice would you give your younger self?

Have patience, perseverance, and be passionate about what you do in life.

What does power mean to you?

Power is being in control of your narrative. We write our own stories and the sooner we understand that the more powerful we’ll be. www.countessluann.com drinkfose.com

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ackie Nuñez is a talk show host with 77WABC. She has a video podcast show and a YouTube channel for 77 WABC, as well as videos on its website, wabcradio.com. She also has two radio shows on the internet radio station, rememberthenradio.com, and is featured on a digital platform, GYNESIS radio, with It’s a Latin Thing.

Previously, Jackie was the director of advertising and marketing for Gotham Radio, a global internet radio station, whose contents are talk shows, comedy, and independent music.

In 2011, Jackie joined Gotham Radio. From an early age, she worked alongside her father, Jose Maldonado, in the music industry. They would draw up contracts and provide bookings for community dances, events, and nightclubs.

In the late 1980’s, Jackie pursued her interest in the recording industry and was employed at two major recording studios, Variety Recording and Sound Ideas. While there, she sold studio time, assisted in editing sessions, booked musicians, assisted sound engineers, and promoted the studio to acquire new business for both studios. Jackie then focused on other projects and ventured into TV and film production. She freelanced for CNN and Spanish radio while attending the Center for the Media Arts in the late 80’s. Jackie has traveled and

road managed with many well-known Latin and jazz artists while working with Landy Soba Management. She has also appeared as an extra in several movies and TV series such as “Godzilla” and “Law and Order.”

A few years later, Jackie accepted an offer to become an executive in sales at Noticias 1380 AM station and then moved to Radio Unica, 1680 AM talk radio network station. At both stations Jackie sold airtime, wrote and produced news segments and commercial copy, and promoted the stations in different Latin markets. At Radio Unica, 1680 AM, she predominantly promoted and sold soccer spots. Jackie was able to obtain viable clients such as Bacardi, Phillip Morris, Chivas Regal, Reader’s Digest, Kraft, Walmart, Kmart, JP Morgan Chase, Procter and Gamble, Colgate Palmolive, Coca Cola, Time Warner, Cablevision and many other sponsors to the list. She created innovative concepts to create

the need for advertisers and consistently stressed the importance of advertising on major mediums such as radio, television, print, and ultimately Internet radio.

Jackie produced events to promote health issues by setting up health fairs and charitable events for different causes. She worked diligently with Habitat for Humanity and built new homes for those in need. She currently assists the elderly and takes on projects to help repair homes for many disabled and elderly people.

Within the Latin market, Jackie is well known, and has a show on Gotham Radio called the “EL” Show (Entertainment Latino). She provides a platform through which she interviews many different artists in the entertainment industry such as actors, musicians, singers, and authors, and talks about interesting issues that affect Latinos and non-Latinos alike. Jackie emanates diversity in music, production, and marketing. She is currently writing a book which will be published soon.

What gave you the idea to create a podcast focusing on Latin entertainment?

I wanted to focus on the interests of the Latinos, especially our culture, our music, and our history. I wanted to focus on what matters to our people and bring back the sense of responsibility in our culture, sending out a positive message and keeping our culture and music alive and thriving. There are many non-Latinos who love our culture, history, and music as well. The podcast gives everyone the opportunity to see what Latinos are about and the major contributions they have given to society. wabcradio.com

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Master Personal Trainer, Positive Lifestyle Promoter, Author | Nixolition™

icole Chaplin, owner of Nixolition™, The Fit Coalition fitness facility based in Miami, is a mom-prenuer, Master Personal Trainer, certified in boxing, TRX, kickboxing, group exercise, and kettlebells. Her modeling resume includes multiple features in Teen Vogue, FitnessRX for Women, Women’s Health, Black Enterprise, Ebony, Muscle and Fitness HERS, and Oxygen Magazine (eight times).

Nicole was ranked 2nd on Shape Magazine’s Top 50 Hottest Trainers in America, out of 300,000 stateside personal trainers. Her guest feature on ABC’s “Good Morning America” and “CBS News” highlighted her magnetic on-screen presence. She was impressive at the Essence festival, providing a center stage performance in New Orleans. Essence Magazine and Lincoln Motor Company named her a Leading Lady, an honor given to women being the best representation of their field. With her added role of being a mother, Nicole now includes classes and talks designed to help moms snap back to shape safely with the utmost care and positive reinforcement, especially mothers who gave birth via C-section.

Being a proud University of Miami alumni, Nicole makes it a point to give back. She has been a significant attraction at their annual Week of Well-Being, where she works out and discusses health and wellness topics with the students and faculty at all their campuses. Nicole has developed her unique equation that effectively harnesses the infinite power of motivation to achieve ultimate fitness goals in her dynamic books, “A Healthy Love Affair” and “YES MAM! Your Muscle as a Motivator.”

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Nicole is the most prominent product endorser for Bionic® gloves, the fitness and golf glove technology leader. Her energizer bunny persona stems from her Jamaican roots and she always adds extra flavor to whatever she does. Nicole takes health and wellness to the next level with her patented focus on the body, mind, and soul.

What made you focus your career on the fitness industry since you have such a diverse background?

Being healthy has always been a part of my lifestyle. I decided to turn it into a career when I noticed that I could assist others in creating better life patterns which included working out. I literally saw people’s lives change for the better. Beyond weight loss transformations, it was seeing people find more joy with having a new way of life that was based on health and wellness.

Do you ever get up in the morning and not want to work out? If so, how do you motivate yourself, and do you ever allow yourself a “pass?”

Yes, I do have some mornings when I don’t want to work out. I wake up at 3:00 a.m. to be at the gym at 4:00 a.m. My workouts are 1.5 hours long. I train 5-6 times a week. The days that I do not want to work out is seldom because of lack of motivation but because of me not going to sleep at my scheduled time which affects my sleep pattern which in turn makes me tired. Those are the days when I do not want to work out. However, I have been disciplined for years to wake up early to work out, and the discipline has made it a lifestyle for me. I also use my workouts as therapy to cope with things that may bring me sadness. It allows me to listen to my music, lift, and do lots of cardio. God has given me a healthy body and I want to show my gratitude to him by taking care of it. I stay motivated because I know my health is not only important for me but also for my 4-year old son. I also stay motivated because I think of so many people who are not healthy enough to physically move the way I can, and it reminds me to cherish my health and keep going and hopefully inspire others along my journey.

I give myself a pass on the days I do not workout reminding myself that life’s a balance and my body

rus, and that of course stopped them from training. Unfortunately, some of my clients weren’t able to afford training because of job loss and some trained less frequently because of so many personal changes in their lives.

However, I was able to transition to virtual training across the world providing one-on-one training and group classes, which has been fantastic. Of course, it’s safer for many of us that want to keep the active lifestyle going regardless of what obstacles may have occurred.

Tell us about some highlights from your book, “A Healthy Love Affair: How to Break Through Your Fitness and Relationship Roadblocks.”

One highlight of this work is that it touches the core of two things and how they intertwine. The first thing needs rest. I tell myself it’s ok. I is the way you have a relationship really don’t beat myself up because exercise and living a life of health and with your health and fitness will also have an effect on how your interperwellness is really a lifestyle for me. sonal relationships are carried out. If Since becoming a busy working mom, how do you inspire other new you are healthy mentally, physically, and emotionally, you will be able to moms to incorporate fitness into treat others in your relationships in a their lives?

I do my best to inspire new moms more positive, loving manner. That’s by conveying the message that work- one of the important things I am very proud that my book talks about ing out and eating well is important and has the reader think about. to have as a way of life. I had an Is there something you haven’t emergency C-section and gained accomplished yet that you still want 70 pounds. The pain I used to feel to do? in my knees was tough, especially I absolutely want to start my charclimbing stairs multiple times a day ity in Jamaica to help families who with a newborn. That experience need better living conditions and pushed me to motivate other moms better educational tools to help their on the importance of staying fit and children soar higher in their academmaintaining a healthy weight, espeics. I love my people and I want to cially after the baby is born. I help promote this message via training my do as much as I can to help them clients, demonstrating routines/shar- flourish even more in life.

What does the word “power” mean ing positive posts on social media, and by giving speaking engagements to you?

The word power means being in a nationwide. state where you are doing your best How has COVID affected your and influencing people in a great industry and what modifications have you made to continue training way. It means to push through the bad and maintain a good attitude your clients? despite challenges that may occur.

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Cover Story Ainsley Earhardt

Ainsley Earhardt is the co-host of FOX News Channel’s (FNC) “FOX & Friends” alongside Steve Doocy and Brian Kilmeade. Ainsley had exclusive interviews with former President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, and Vice President Mike Pence. She is the host of “Ainsley’s Bible Study” on Fox Nation. Read more about Ainsley.

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Roast Leg of Lamb with Rosemary, Apricot Brisket, Spinach Feta Pie (Passover), Roasted Potatoes with Shallots, Baked Creamed Spinach with Frizzled Onions, Artichoke Pie, Flourless Chocolate Cake with Raspberries, Lemon Almond Thumbprint Cookies, and more.

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The driven and talented women featured in this issue have, in their own way, used their influence and position to make a difference.

Tonia’s Talk

TRENDS Here are some of my favorite picks from fashion, food and fitness.

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aya Angelou once said, “I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.”

This statement embodies the attitude of all the incredible women who grace the pages of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine’s spring issue. Each one of these driven and talented women have, in their own way, used their influence and position to make a difference.

Our cover girl, Ainsley Earhardt, is an American television personality and co-host of FOX News Channel’s “FOX & Friends.” Each morning she provides viewers with the latest daily headlines across news, sports, politics, and entertainment. Ainsley pays it forward through her inspirational children’s books, “Take Heart, My Child: A Mother’s Dream” and “Through Your Eyes: My Child’s Gift to Me.” Her books contain quotes and scriptures that teach precious life lessons parents can pass on to their children so they can follow their hearts, dreams, and passions.

Getting books into the hands of children is also important to Victoria Osteen, co-pastor and author. Victoria wrote the New York Times best-seller, “Love Your Life.” She also wrote the “My Happy Heart” box set, “Unexpected Treasures,” and “Gifts from the Heart,” which are uplifting Christian children’s books that serve as a resource for parents who want to raise their children in the knowledge of God’s goodness. Victoria also founded the Victoria Osteen Child Literacy Program to help break the cycle of illiteracy in the home.

Nicole Chaplin is a mom-prenuer and master personal trainer.

She makes it a point to give back in many ways.

Whether she is discussing health and wellness topics with students and faculty at the University

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TONIA’S of Miami, her alma mater, or helping new moms get back in shape, she is always a motivating influence to those around her.

Her books, “A Healthy Love Affair” and “YES MAM! Your Muscle as a Motivator,” help her readers stay on track to obtain their fitness goals.

Luann de Lesseps, star of “The Real Housewives of New York City,” has come up with a creative solution for those people who are struggling with sobriety or uncomfortable with the pressure to ‘have a drink’ in a social setting. She created Fosé Rosé, a unique, natural, non-alcoholic sparkling wine, which is not only refreshing and delicious, but includes super food ingredients that have mood-stabilizing effects and also act as an aphrodisiac!

Let’s face it – food is love! Ingrid Aielli is an owner, restaurateur, and philanthropist, who not only makes people feel good through her delicious meals but supports local and national charities. Ingrid owns several restaurants in Florida, including Sea Salt in Naples, which are frequented by political, diplomatic, and celebrity clients from around the world. Ingrid is a pillar of her community and has been recognized and received awards for her countless philanthropic efforts.

You don’t have to be a celebrity or a recognized name to make a difference.

Finding ways to give back, however big or small, may not only change another person’s life in a positive way, but can change your own as well. I hope that after you read these inspiring stories, you too will be motivated to find your own way to pay it forward. Remember, small acts of kindness go a long way!

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Victoria Osteen

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Co-Pastor, Author Lakewood Church

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ictoria Osteen has always had a passion and energy for life that is contagious.

A lifelong Houstonian, Victoria worked in her family’s jewelry business and attended the University of Houston. It was in that same jewelry store where she met Joel, her future husband. Joel and Victoria regularly accompanied Joel’s father on mission trips to India and around the world, reaching out and serving in some of the most impoverished areas of the globe. Her compassion and passion for ministry grew during these years as she faithfully served in many capacities.

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As co-pastor of Lakewood Church, Victoria is an integral part of each service and the Night of Hope worship events across the U.S. and abroad.

As a wife and mother, Victoria is an inspiration and example to women who are balancing responsibilities both inside and outside the home. She is committed to empowering women, children, and families to connect and grow strong with a foundation of faith in Jesus Christ. This commitment and passion led her to begin the Women’s Ministry at Lakewood Church, which equips women at every stage

in life – at home, in relationships, and at the workplace.

Victoria is a New York Times bestselling author. Her first book, “Love Your Life,” was published

by Simon & Schuster, followed by “Exceptional You!,” and “Fearless & Free,” both published by Hatchette.

She is also a children’s author, releasing the “My Happy Heart” box set, “Unexpected Treasures,” and “Gifts from the Heart,” which are uplifting Christian children’s books that serve as a resource for parents who desire to raise their children in the knowledge of God’s goodness.

Each week, Victoria hosts a live call-in radio show on Joel Osteen Radio, SiriusXM Channel 128.

Her practical, down-to-earth wisdom and personal approach appeal to a wide range of listeners from all walks of life around the world.

Joel and Victoria have two children, Jonathan and Alexandra, who both serve in the ministry at Lakewood Church. You can find daily inspiration from Victoria on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Inspiration

By Victoria Osteen

Designed to Run

A few years ago, I had a friend who had foot surgery and had to stay off her foot for a month before going in for therapy. When the physical therapist first saw her, she asked, “Does your foot hurt?” My friend responded, “No, not at all.” Her therapist said, “Then why are you limping?”

My friend hadn’t really thought about it but finally responded, “Well, I guess I’m trying to protect my foot from another injury.” The therapist said, “I understand, but if you don’t begin to walk normally again, your foot won’t strengthen, and the ligaments won’t go back into place. You’ll end up always walking with a limp.”

It’s easy to understand my friend’s underlying fear as well as her need to believe that her foot could be strong again and to work through the process of a full recovery. It’s the same as when we’ve been hurt by others, when we’ve been taken advantage of, when we’ve failed, when we’ve been laughed at. When you’re in emotional pain, it’s easy to shrink back in a spirit of fear and allow an emotional limp to become a stronghold in your mind - a wrong way of thinking.

The last thing you want to do is to step out in boldness or put yourself in a position where you can get hurt again.

That spirit of fear is not of God. The apostle Paul says, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7). You can’t allow a painful experience to trick you into thinking you’re going to have a painful life. If you find yourself shrinking back because you’re afraid you’ll be hurt again, you have to understand that God can heal what hurts. He can make you stronger than you have ever been before. God has given you the power of recovery, courage, and determination. Any defeat and doubt will be turned into faith and victory.

Today, you can believe in God and say, “I wasn’t designed to limp. I was designed to run. I will walk confidently forward in the things of God.”

Know Who You Are

Whether we realize it or not, we are all vulnerable to letting other people label and define us. We allow the false things that people say about us or the way they treat us to determine our worth and value. Even when we know it’s not true, we walk away feeling ashamed, inferior, intimidated, or angry. So how do we keep what we know is our true identity from being stolen or distorted?

Just as we look in the mirror to see our true physical image, God wants us to be able to know our true spiritual image by looking into the mirror of his word. In Genesis 1, God says that he created us in his image. Having his image and likeness inside us was meant to be our source of strength and confidence. But that image was distorted when Adam and Eve sinned in the garden and were separated from God. Even then God said, “I’m going to rebirth this image in you.” So the image of God was given a rebirth in you when you put your faith in Jesus, and he came to live in you.

Do you know who you are? If Jesus lives inside, you can live in a place of strength to say ‘no’ to the labels other people try to put on you. But you need to know who you are in him, so you have the authority to say no. The good news is that God knows who you are. The Bible says, “God has identified us as his own by placing the Holy Spirit in our hearts” (2 Corinthians 1:22).

He’s already identified you as bearing his image and likeness, as being his child, as being indwelt

by Jesus through the Holy Spirit.

I can’t think of a higher calling on this earth than to bear the image of almighty God. Don’t let anyone label you as less-than. Your value doesn’t change because your circumstances change or because someone says something about you. God, and God alone, defines you.

Allow his word to instruct you and put yourself in the presence of God in worship and let him adjust and reaffirm his image in you. He wants that image to be deeply impressed into your very being. When you put on Christ’s identity, you’ll get where you’re intended to be. www.lakewoodchurch.com

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hat would you do if you were told to go home and die? What would you say to the person that was literally snuffing your life out right before your eyes? Believe it or not, I was faced with these questions on a cold winter morning in January of 2011. They were so disheartening that the person that looked back at me in the mirror for those past 44 years died right then and there and the person talking to you today is the person that emerged. I needed this invention of me, this likeness with the strength of steel on the inside, this much stronger version of me, to take care of business.

Let’s be honest- I never did so much as yoga or any sort of meditation before. All of the sudden I’m creating whole new personalities. I feel like one of the Avengers.

I could be Changer Girl, or Personality Shifter Girl, or maybe I should just be called Split Girl. As in, I am split in two and now I’m the other half of me. Because I had to come out the other side and I did. Now that I have impressed you with my superpowers, let me bring us a bit down to earth. It’s fun to refer to them as superpowers but we all know a coping mechanism when we see it, and this is exactly what was happening to me.

Our minds are kind to us when we have more than we can handle and apparently that is what happened to the old version of me. Truth be told though I like the new me so much better. I like to try new things and often do.

I’m grateful to cancer for giving me the new Viki.

She is much less

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by Viki Zarkin

complicated. What I mean by that is that there’s not a lot of grey in my life anymore. I don’t sweat the small stuff and I certainly don’t take anything or anyone for granted. It’s so refreshing not having the stress that the old Viki had. She spent all the time worrying what people would think of her. When really and truly, who gives a flying fig about that sort of thing? I unpacked that suitcase and boy was that nice.

While I was writing my book “I Am the One,” I realized I had never looked back to acknowledge what I had gone through step by step to fight my cancer. In remembering, I discovered a promise to God that I had made. I promised God that if I could raise my children, I would help women. That day is today. So, I ask all of you to help me raise awareness for the new organization I formed to change the face of woman and healthcare. “Lunge for Healthcare” was born to give back the insurance dollars that was taken from women and their healthcare needs. We ultimately hope to get insurance companies on board with this amazing cause because of the millions of insurance dollars we will save them with our plan. To learn more about “Lunge For Healthcare,” check out the website at: lungeforhealthcare.org. If anyone would like to purchase my book or sign up for one of my upcoming zoom classes just log onto my website, iamtheone.com. I look forward to a new year, a new me, and a new plan of action. iamtheone.com

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Roe Couture CEO Gutsy Gals Get More, LLC

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oe Couture DeSaro is the CEO of Gutsy Gals Get More, LLC. With over 40 years’ experience, Roe is a multiple award-winning entrepreneur, transformational leader, facilitator, TEDx speaker and the go-to expert for women leaders to break through their limiting beliefs. For those looking to make a powerful impact in their business, career, or life, Roe teaches her clients how to go beyond the daily struggle and step into their strength.

Currently, Roe is the visionary behind the Gutsy Gal movement found at www.GutsyGalsGetMore.com, where she supports women to stop playing the small game and monetize their legacy. Her street smarts with heart get everyone in giggles and sitting tall in their chair as they lean in to hear her words, whether live or virtual. From creating boundaries to self-respect, Roe touches a chord spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally, and inspires clients to take more risks and achieve more than ever in the now. Her unshakable courage and confidence

in how she presents herself gives every client, audience member, and follower the chance to rise up and transform the way they think about business, money, relationships, clients and themselves.

In 2021 and 2016, Roe was nominated for the prestigious ATHENA Leadership Award, the 2017 Women Empowerment Award, and the 2018 Inspired Leader Award from eWomenNetwork Inc. She truly embraces her authenticity and brilliance, teaching other women they can do the same at any age.

Mentoring women for over 40 years, Roe teaches women to “Be A Gutsy Gal.” She broke several glass ceilings on Wall Street. She’s led stockbrokers to sell $100 million of innovative products, held high level corporate leadership positions, built large sales teams, and became a five-time best-selling author while being married, raising two children, and serving on nonprofits.

Roe is the current executive managing director for eWomenNetwork, the world’s most premier resource for helping women to grow their businesses. She’s currently building a new global bridge for women and men to collaborate, share talents, and enlighten the world through conscious leadership.

On a personal level, Roe is happily married for 37 years with two successful adult children and enjoys living life to its fullest. www.roecouturedesaro.com P.O.W.E.R. Magazine | 17

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arcy Knapp-Fricks serves in a variety of industries including real estate, investments, cattle production, ranching and self-storage. She is the president and co-owner of Knapp Sisters Rental, Ltd., started with her sister, Shelly Knapp, in 1999, which specializes in land rentals. They also own Knapp Sisters Cattle Company which focuses on cattle production and ranching and D&S Investments. Darcy is responsible for land rentals, agricultural and ranch management. She provides, maintains and manages rental properties and real estate.

In addition, Darcy and Shelly own The Knapp Sisters Self Storage which consists of five self-storage building facilities. The self-storage facility is a AAA business which consists of five self-storage buildings,

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They are open 7 days a week. Their business was rated the #1 U-Haul dealer in the State of Texas and #3 U-Haul dealer in the U.S. Darcy and her sister are members of the Texas Self Storage Association, the Texas Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, the Arlington Historical Society, the Mansfield Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau. Darcy attended the University of Texas at Arlington and Texas Wesleyan University. She was featured in an article regarding

her family donating land to make a historical park.

In her spare time, she enjoys time spent on her ranch in South Texas and travel.

Darcy’s advice to others is to always go with your gut feeling; it will not steer you wrong. There is nothing too big or too small for you to accomplish. If you believe in yourself and whatever your plans are, you can be successful. She feels strongly that you should never let anyone take your dreams away from you. When she got the idea to build the self-storage facility, she had made up her mind that it was going to be different from others. Even though she knew nothing about the storage business until then, Darcy listened to her gut that told her to go with it, and it has been a success.

Whether you’re in the process of moving or are trying to clear some space in your home, you need a place to store your belongings with the peace of mind of knowing your items are safe and secure. Knapp Sisters Self Storage is an AAA, top-of-the-line facility in Mansfield, TX offering climate and non-climate-controlled storage units. We are also a Top 100 U-Haul dealer with trailers, trucks and vans for all of your moving needs! From a state-of-the-art alarm system, to key-fob entry, to 24/7 security and surveillance, your things are protected with us.

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Dr. Mary J. Gallant

How did you get started in your field/industry?

My mentor at the University of Missouri was Dr. Robert W. Habenstein. He was associated with the sociology of the family and qualitative sociology. My undergraduate work led on to a master’s degree sponsored by a Killam fellowship in the area of family, kinship, and community in the North Atlantic. His own training at the University of Chicago connected me to his colleague, Dr. Gregory Prentiss Stone and, after Dr. Stone’s death, Dr. Joseph J. Galaskiewicz became my dissertation advisor.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

Throughout my career I have been aware that women in academia are up against a different pattern of irrationalities than men are in handling various forms of institutional discrimination and how this affects interaction important to success. Doing research on this in several articles I presented and published helped me gain insight into how as a society and interpersonally we deal with systemic inequality.

Gender scripts that guide our lives in many areas still need to be finetuned to make career paths smoother. In the worst of times, finding surprising alliances were as important as self-discipline and critical self-examination in gaining the higher ground I sought.

Name one outstanding quality that you think people should know about you.

Optimism. Miracles happen. Help them materialize.

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r. Mary J. Gallant has been an associate professor of sociology at Rowan University since 1992. Her area of specialization in her teaching is classical social theory, a course in the core of the sociology major throughout her tenure at Rowan along with Senior Seminars in Sociology and College of Humanity and Social Sciences (CHSS). Her research for her dissertation focused on the network structures of students in medical school and how it had the potential to strongly support socialization to the medical profession. Interested in destructive contexts and the self, her next major research was on the Holocaust and surviving extremity, 1933-1945, in hiding, rescue, resistance, the ghettos and concentration camps of WWII and the Holocaust. From 2007-2012, she served as chair of the Sociology Department and then continued as chair of the combined Sociology and Anthropology Department from 2013-2015. Dr. Gallant earned her Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Minnesota in 1985.

The Holocaust was a turning point in the lives of millions of European Jews, and, Post-WWII and beyond, it vitalized new research on trauma, human rights research and international law, war crimes trials after WWII, the IMT (London) and NMT (Nuremberg and Tokyo), as well as social policy and politics surrounding genocide intervention. Presently Dr. Gallant is working on a book chapter on WWII, collective memory and the Holocaust influencing military ethics and education. She published her first book in this area, “Coming of Age in the Holocaust: The Last Survivors Remember” (2002) and is preparing a new edition of this work. Her journal articles and book chapters associated with the study of the Holocaust at international conferences in Germany and Britain focused on rescue and resistance. In each of these works she is highlighting interaction strategies and self-processes associated with surviving destruction of the self during extremity.

Dr. Gallant’s second area of research is related to the professions using social network analysis. This research emphasis emerged out of her dissertation on medical school socialization. In 2013, she published a second book, “Friendship Networks in Medical School: A Network Analytic Approach to the Study of Social Solidarity” at the invitation of a German publisher specializing in dissertation research. She is working on publishing an article on the role of informal relationships and social support and medical student success. academics.rowan.edu/chss/departments/ sociology/facultystaff/marygallant.html

Paying It Forward

by Syndi Reibman

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he older I get, the more I realize that karma is real. As the saying goes, “You catch more bees with honey than vinegar.” With winter winding down and spring on the horizon, here are some things to do with kindness in mind. We don’t all have to be Goodie Two Shoes, but doing good deeds makes you feel good and in turn, makes others want to do the same.

Little Things

Be the nicer person. If you are at the grocery store and have a cart full of items and the person behind you has four items, let them go ahead of you. Pay for the next car’s coffee or breakfast the next time you’re in a fast food lane. Give a server a really good tip. These people make barely any wages, they’ve suffered the past two years, and the food industry in general is still in crisis. Leave a water bottle and a chocolate bar for your mailperson with a thank you note. Give your hair stylist or nail technician a $5 or $10 gift card for a local coffee shop in addition to your tip.

Spend an hour or two on a weekend or weeknight writing a few cards to long distance friends. Emails and texts are fine, but a real note is meaningful. Call an older relative just to chat. Look in on your elderly neighbors. If you like to bake or cook, make a few cakes or batches of cookies to drop off for local friends, or make a big pot of soup and share with friends or co-workers.

You can even mail care packages to family or neighbor’s kids in college.

Please and Thank You It doesn’t hurt to be polite. Hold the door for people.

Let someone get in front of you in traffic. Say good morning to your co-workers. Ask how someone is feeling – and listen to their answer in silence. Tell someone www.blanketsofhope.com www.caitlins-smiles.org

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how much you appreciate them. Consider how often you tell your significant other something nice. Compliment them on something or thank them for taking out the garbage. Whatever it is, everyone needs to hear something nice. Being nice is contagious. Try it.

Altruism

If you’re uncomfortable giving to a neighbor or friend, give to a local charity. You can donate anonymously to many organizations. Most counties have a food bank or shelter (human and animal) that is always in need of supplies. Many local churches and synagogues have continuous food drives. The post office has a food drive every second Saturday in May. Go through your books and magazines and give some to local nursing homes and hospitals. If you have old blankets, donate them to a local animal shelter or rescue. Give, donate, and help others. Little things mean big things to many.

Crafting and Giving

I’m a crafty gal. I crochet, cross stitch, rubber stamp, make jewelry, wreaths, bookmarks, sun catchers, and always have a project or ten going on to keep me busy and sane. If you enjoy crafting, there are many ways to give of yourself. You can wrap a scarf and hat inside a plastic bag and tie it to a fence in a local park with a note. Hospitals always need baby hats, mittens, booties, and blankets. Hospitals and nursing homes welcome lap blankets for their residents. Animal shelters always need blankets. Pregnancy centers also welcome baby items, especially handmade hats and blankets.

I hope you choose to do something and are pleasantly surprised in return. Helping others helps you to feel good about yourself. Pay it forward. Here are some ideas for giving. soldiersangels.org warmupamerica.org

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Dr. Marian S. Harris Professor, Author University of Washington Tacoma

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ith over 25 years’ experience in education, Dr. Marian S. Harris Ph.D., LICSW, ACSW, is interim vice chancellor for equity and inclusion and a professor at the University of Washington Tacoma, School of Social Work and Criminal Justice, an adjunct professor with the University of Washington, School of Social Work, Seattle, a former faculty associate at the Chapin Hall Center for Children, University of Chicago, and a former adjunct professor and research advisor, with Smith College School for Social Work, Northampton, Massachusetts. Dr. Harris is a nationally and internationally known child welfare researcher and teaches undergraduate and graduate social work and criminal justice courses and courses in the global honors program. She received her Ph.D. from the Smith College School for Social Work. She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a private practice for psychotherapy and consultation. Dr. Harris is a member of numerous professional organizations and serves on the editorial board for several social work journals. She was appointed by the Washington State Legislature as an inaugural co-chair on the Racial Disproportionality Advisory Committee for Child Welfare. She serves on the Washington State Children’s Justice Task Force, the Children’s Home Society of Washington board of directors, and is a volunteer partner with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Dr. Harris was awarded the Bertha Capen Reynolds Fellowship, Roger R. Miller Dissertation Grant, NIMH Postdoctoral Fellowship, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Volunteer Recognition and Community Service Award from the University of Washington, Seattle, in 2007. She was honored as one of UW Distinguished Women in 2007 and received a Certificate of Appreciation for Mental Health Transformation in the State of Washington by Governor Gregoire in 2006. She was listed in the Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers in 2004-2005 and Who’s Who in Social Sciences Higher Education in 2004. Dr. Harris received the 2015 Day Garrett Award, Smith College School for Social Work, 2004 and 2016 Social Work Educator of the Year Award, and 2018 Social Worker of the Year Award, Washington State Chapter, National Association of Social Workers, 2017 UW Tacoma Distinguished Research Award, and 2021 Social Justice Award, from the Washington State Society for Clinical Social Work.

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What do you do to escape and recharge, even for a few hours?

I listen to classical music, read, meditate, or take a long walk along the waterfront.

What advice has helped you get to the next level?

The advice I follow is: always work hard and demonstrate excellence in everything that you do; always do your very best and never take short cuts; never stop learning; always be kind to everyone from the janitor to the president; be honest and humble with a true sense of self; never forget your roots and values; and always have a plan of action with measurable goals.

What book is on your bedside table right now and why?

The book on my bedside table right now is “Black Refractions: Highlights from the Studio Museum in Harlem.”

This book is on my bedside table because of my interest in gaining more in-depth knowledge about a fantastic exhibition of selected works from the Studio Museum in Harlem. I saw this great exhibition of selected works on June 26, 2021, at the Frye Art Museum in Seattle, Washington.

What advice would you give to your younger self?

I would advise my younger self as follows: have patience. Saying “no” is not a bad thing. Find balance in your life.

Trust your instincts, love yourself, and always be true to yourself.

Patricia L. Blake Author, Acting Patrol Commanding Officer, Retired LAPD

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atricia L. Blake joined the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) in May of 1983. Her career as a sworn LAPD officer spanned almost 34 years. Patricia was promoted through the ranks and held the positions of acting and assistant detective commanding officer, patrol watch commander, and acting patrol commanding officer. She was part of a leadership team at the Foothill Division that focused on crime analysis, developing crime strategies, and implementing cutting edge predictive policing.

Upon retirement, Patricia continued as an active reserve officer as the officer in charge of a unique mounted volunteer cavalry unit, the Valley Community Cavalry Rough Riders (VCCRR). This cavalry unit was deployed in local parks, trails, and business malls throughout the city. The unit’s mission includes public outreach, crime prevention, education, mounted color guard for parades, evacuation, and search and rescue efforts. The unit enhances goodwill and a partnership between police and the local community.

Patricia earned a B.A. from CSUN, a M.A. in Organizational Leadership from the University of Phoenix, and she completed the West Point Leadership Course with the LAPD in 2003.

She was an affiliate of the Los Angeles Women Police Officer and Associates and the California Peace Officers Association.

Patricia became one of two of the first female field patrol field training officers at the Rampart Division. She was also the first female senior lead officer at the same division in 1989. She received the Officer of the Year award at Rampart, and earned a Meritorious Unit Citiation at the Wilshire Division as the officer in charge of a hand chosen special problems unit. She participated over ten times in the annual international law enforcement 120-mile Baker-to-Vegas team relay run. Recently, Patricia wrote a factual book documenting her career and real life police work with the LAPD entitled “Touched by the Hand of God in the City of Angels.” In her spare time she enjoys church activities, racquetball, horseback riding, and jogging.

What do you do to escape and recharge, even for a few hours?

I enjoy horseback riding, jogging, racquetball, walking my dogs on the trails, and reading a book.

What advice has helped you get to the next level?

I believe that you should seek out excellence through continual improvement. I took advantage of all the opportunities given through the department including training courses to develop my leadership and mentoring skills. Getting a formal college higher education helps. Always try various challenging work assignments.

What book is on your bedside table right now and why: I am currently reading “With All Due Respect – Defending America with Grit and Grace,” by Nikki R. Haley, former United States Ambassador to the United Nations. It is all about the concepts of professionalism, leadership, integrity, and inner strength. She is a true leader with integrity and values. She is also a successful career woman with a family. I find her inspiring.

What advice would you give to your younger self?

I would tell myself to surround myself with positive trusted family and friends, and to be more confident and self-assured in myself. Recognize and develop mentors for guidance, and to always keep my family as a priority over work.

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Singer, Classical Guitarist, Tool and Die Maker Specialist

Roxane Maliszewski

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oxane Maliszewski started learning classical guitar when it was bigger than she was. Her guitar performances consistently brought home the highest awards in competitions. Eventually she was told she should be teaching, not competing. In high school, she was asked to help teach music theory at a local college. At the same time, her teaching skills and academic prowess led her chemistry teacher to work with the school to adjust her schedule, so she could teach chemistry while the teacher was away. Roxane opened for Richie Haven on several occasions when he performed in Louisville, Kentucky. While in Cincinnati, she performed for over a decade at a recognized French restaurant, often singing in French or one of four other languages besides English. When Cincinnati celebrated its sister city Nancy, France in 1991, Roxane performed on TV for the second time, internationally.

Roxane’s singing gigs were usually a second job. She wanted to work with her hands and became a skilled tool and die/model maker. This gave her a place to rigorously apply her skill in mathematics on a daily basis.

She was especially adept at building models or prototypes from pictures and engineering drawings, which complimented her degrees in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. One of her more interesting jobs was building models/ prototypes from movie stills for some of the first toys that came out after the first “Star Wars” movie. Roxane often helped companies to understand and meet ISO9000 requirements and improve processes. She has retired from tool and die, but continues to sing, teach, and has started an online business.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

I aced the mathematical and mechanical aptitude test for the tool and die apprenticeship program at GE, which was the highest score in their history.

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Dr. Terry M. Anderson

r. Terry M. Anderson is an international consultant and the president of Gulf Coast Quality Management Systems, which is an international business consulting group based in Pensacola, Florida. The company provides cyber security, DoD contracts, ISO certifications, auditing, and business development services. Dr. Anderson is also the founder and president of Sports Venue Marketing. With over 40 years of experience, she specializes in leadership, branding, marketing, public speaking, and international business consulting. She earned a Ph.D. in International Business from the University of Munich. Dr. Anderson was inducted into the American Sports Legends in 2001. She is a retired LPGA touring professional.

She is also a craft beer brewer and has won various competitions and gold medals for her brews and recipes.

Dr. Anderson supports the Battered Women and Abused Children charity, and Kid’s House, based in Pensacola, Florida. She donates any winnings from beer competitions to Kid’s House. She enjoys reading, craft beer, and painting.

President Gulf Coast Quality Management Systems

How did you get started in your field/industry?

I began my career in Europe in 1973 when I started negotiations and consulting with foreign countries.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

Knowing different languages is key. Although I admit that speaking five different languages is still a challenge.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

It is a challenge to get an education in the correct field that launches their career. Many women enter fields that are becoming obsolete.

What do you do to escape and recharge, even for a few hours?

I have four dogs. They are all unconditional fur babies. All are rescues- two Scott’s American Bulldogs, one Mastiff and a miniature Teddy Bear Golden Doodle. They all are comforting and some of their antics would make any one escape the day and bring a smile.

What advice has helped you get to the next level?

One thing I was taught at a very young age was- don’t forget where you came from, nothing in life comes free.

It takes hard work. Get all the knowl-

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edge you can and don’t just talk about what you can do. Prove it by action.

What book is on your bedside table right now and why?

I love politic science and history.

The book on my nightstand is “American Marxism,” by Mark Levine. With everything going on in the world today, it has been interesting reading about thing I learned in college. The second book on my nightstand is “The Journey: How to Live by Faith in an Uncertain World,” by Billy Graham. God will always be in my life.

What advice would you give to your younger self?

I would tell myself to listen more to the wisdom of my elders. Sometimes the greatest learning comes from a story told by an elder person.

We often tend to skip or forget the story. My mentors were my parents. They were both very successful people and I always wonder how I would ever make it to their level in life. What I have found out as I have taken the journey myself, is not to brag about things. Prove yourself.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment means being able to speak proper English and read at higher levels. gulfcoastqms.com P.O.W.E.R. Magazine | 25

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r. Heidi L. Huhn is a cybersecurity expert and an adjunct professor with American Public University System (APUS). With over 25 years’ experience, she is responsible for cybersecurity programs and protecting federal government systems. Dr. Huhn teaches cybersecurity courses at APUS, instructing students who are part of the American Military University or the American Public University programs. She values the aspect of training future cybersecurity professionals and making a difference in their lives and communities. Dr. Huhn earned her Doctorate of Information Technology in Cybersecurity from Capella University in 2020. She belongs to the National Society of Leadership and Success, the Vigilant Torch Foundation, and is an ambassador with both American Public University and Capella University. She published “Protecting Infrastructure Against Cyber Attacks through Qualified Cybersecurity Professionals in the Federal Government: A Case Study.” In her spare time, Dr. Huhn enjoys cooking, reading, travel, and home improvements.

Dr. Heidi L. Huhn What advice has helped you get to the next level?

There are a few phrases and a philosophy that have guided me over the years. The first key phrase that comes to mind is: “Focus on moving forward.” Every year I adjust my goals as each year brings unexpected changes. My short-term milestones are based on my mid-term and longterm goals. The second guiding key phrase is to: “Surround yourself with like-minded people,” meaning that they have the same drive and ambition as you. Granted, this does not always equate to an agreement as it is good to see other’s viewpoints.

My overall philosophy is to always have a primary and a secondary plan.

This is true for forms of income, bank accounts, etc., including keeping your resume up to date. There are many opportunities in this world.

You need to keep an open mind and always be ready to explore those unexpected opportunities.

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What book is on your bedside table right now and why?

I love nonfiction and reference-type books. There are three books currently sitting on my table.

“Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina,” by Misty Copeland is an amazing story of perseverance, courage, and strength. The “Farmer’s Almanac” has fascinating weather projections and gardening calendars; there is a plethora of information therein.

And of course, the “Life Application Bible” that guides me through the ups and downs in life.

What advice would you give to younger girls/your younger self?

Never be afraid of going in your own direction. Travel solo, stop and smell the flowers, take time to talk to people, slow down and enjoy life! Life can be exhausting. Learn ways to deal with the stresses of life that work for you. One thing I do is make a list of everything that needs to be done so I can see what I want to focus on with the energy that I

Cybersecurity Expert and Adjunct Professor have. Know that you are not superwoman, and some things need to wait.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

At the age of 17, I joined the Army with the premise of paying for college. Though I started as an administrative assistant, I was afforded an additional duty as a terminal area security officer, the predecessor to cybersecurity. I decided to pursue a computer science degree and work as a consultant in pursuing a cybersecurity career. Something told me cybersecurity would be a much-needed skillset in the future.

What is a memorable story about your career?

Becoming an adjunct professor is an opportunity to share my knowledge and expertise. Mentoring and influencing the younger generation of cybersecurity professionals is critical to growing our future generation of cybersecurity professionals. www.apus.edu

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iomara M. Hoey is a holistic integrative health practitioner with her own practice, Xiomara Empowered Health. With ten years’ experience, she specializes in prevention and healing through functional medicine, integrative nutrition, herbology, health coaching, supplementation, iridology, and transformational psychology.

Xiomara helps patients by putting together a bio-individual protocol to optimize their health by promoting life choices that produce real and lasting results. She helps them develop a deeper understanding of lifestyle choices that work best. These include improving their energy, their health, optimizing their immune system, and removing ailments that keep them from their happiness.

Xiomara earned a B.A. from Queens College, a M.S. in Biochemistry from Hunter College in 1986, and studied Integrated Nutrition at the Institute of Integrated Nutrition in 2012. She is a Master Herbalist and specializes in patients with autoimmune conditions. Xiomara provides virtual consultations which allows her to have patients both within the U.S. and internationally. She also provides a variety of therapies to expedite healing. She is Board Certified by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners and is a member of the Complimentary Medical Association and the Children’s Defense Fund. Xiomara was awarded the Best of Great Neck Holistic Health Practitioner by Great Neck Awards in 2018. She enjoys being with her family, spending time with friends, her pets, music, personal development, and is dedicated to ongoing education.

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Holistic Integrative Health Practitioner Xiomara Empowered Health What do you do to escape and recharge, even for a few hours?

I like to go outside on my property and look at the beautiful trees and take deep breaths of fresh air. I get centered by being grateful for all the blessings in my life.

What advice has helped you get to the next level?

Stop the paralysis by analysis, which is really fear and procrastination.

Determine what is holding you back and what you need to move forward.

You have everything you need to get started and you will acquire more along your journey.

What book is on your bedside table right now and why?

I am currently reading “Becoming Supernatural: How Common People are Doing the Uncommon,” by Dr. Joe Dispenza. I am a huge fan of his work. I want to understand and explore the extraordinary nature of consciousness and healing.

What advice would you give to your younger self?

You grow by the mistakes you make and learn by doing. You don’t need to have everything perfect or figured out to make your move. Be kind and loving to yourself. Stop the inner critic and cultivate the inner advocate.

Tell yourself, “I am enough, just as I am.”

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment means you have a choice to choose your path. It is having faith and believing in your dreams even when no one else does. It is having the self-determination to go your own way. You can follow your heart and you don’t have to do what others have planned for you. www.xiomaraempoweredhealth.com P.O.W.E.R. Magazine | 27

I N G RBI D orn and raised in Bratislava, Slovakia, Ingrid Aielli met her future husband Fabrizio in Italy in 1989. They moved to Washington, DC in the 1990’s, where she honed her hospitality and management skills and established three highly acclaimed restaurants. In Washington, Ingrid worked to establish her business reputation that was patronized by political, diplomatic, and celebrity clients from around the world.

She also began her involvement with local and national charities. She brought her passion for supporting charities and her local community with her when she moved to Naples, Florida in 2007. Currently, Ingrid owns several restaurants in Florida, including Sea Salt in Naples.

Ingrid and Fabrizio are partners of the Aielli Group, a growing enterprise.

Ingrid’s management skills and social acumen are one of the major keys to the success of the group. She manages restaurant operations along with her more public role as an active generous member of the Naples philanthropic community. Among her many activities, Ingrid serves as co-chair of the Nane Kimijan Memorial Scholarship Fund (in memory of her late brother). She is a board member and vice conseiller with the Culinary of La Chaine des Rotisseurs (the oldest and largest food and wine society in the world). Ingrid served as a board member of Gulfshore Life Magazine and was a board member of Youth Haven in 2021. She was recognized as the 2001 Woman of the Year by the national Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. In 2011, she was a Glass Slipper Recipient from the Champions of Learning. Ingrid was awarded Leading Lady

by Naples Illustrated and Woman of the Year by Gulfshore Life, both in 2016. In 2019, she was named a Champion by Champions of Learning and an Honoree of the United Arts Council.

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Owner, Restaurateur, Philanthropist Aielli Group What inspired you to become a restaurateur?

What started off as a coincidence became my calling. When I married chef Fabrizio Aielli, it made sense to team up with my husband and complement his skill set. While he was responsible for the culinary concepts, I managed our service staff and took responsibility for our PR and marketing efforts. This was the perfect fit for me since I am very passionate about connecting people for a common goal, building an environment where guests enjoy the dining experience, and having employees thrive to succeed in the hospitality industry.

How does it feel to have your restaurants frequented by VIP’s and celebrities from around the world?

It is certainly an honor to host celebrities and a testament of our hard work.

We have created some great memories with different famous people, and it has been always interesting to get to know the person behind that famous reputation. However, at the end of the day it truly boils down to one essential focus point: every guest is a VIP and needs to be treated like one. Everyone (including celebrities) is looking for the same thing: great food paired with outstanding service.

Working with your husband can be both rewarding and challenging. How do you separate your work and personal life?

At times it can be challenging, but we always had a very clear understanding of our responsibilities and expertise.

Fabrizio is responsible for the kitchen, and I take care of the front of the house (FOH) and PR/marketing. The good thing is that we both like what we are doing in our part of the business. I didn’t want to participate in the kitchen and Fabrizio didn’t want to deal with marketing matters. As you grow as a couple, you also learn from each other and know how to fill the gaps. Constant communication and the focus on a common goal is key.

When you are not working at one of your restaurants, would you prefer to eat out or stay at home and make a meal?

It depends on the mood. It is part of our culture to create a homemade meal and share it with our loved ones, especially during holidays. However, we do enjoy going out to eat occasionally for different reasons, such as supporting other friends in the hospitality industry, getting inspiration from other culinary concepts, and simply enjoying a great dining experience just the two of us or with friends.

What is one strategy that has helped you grow your business?

It is quite simple. We believe that quality, freshness, and purity, paired with genuine hospitality are the foundation of an excellent dining experience. When you dine with us you will taste our love for food and the experience shows that we care for you. When we say we care for you, it actually goes beyond the dining experience. We care not only for our guests and staff but for our community.

We believe that each of our restaurants should be a pillar in our community.

That is why it has always been an integral part of our business to support local charities year round.

You are well known for your philanthropic efforts. What are some of the

most important things you would like to give back to your community?

Our family not only takes pride in being a part of the Naples and St. Petersburg community, but we also believe that it is our responsibility to act and give back to the people who have been supporting us for so many years. We are not only talking about the thousands of people we have employed over the years and the great patrons we have, but also the most vulnerable ones in our community. Every charity and cause has its fundamental function in our society. No matter if it is breast cancer awareness initiatives, shelter for women or children, or the David Lawrence Center helping people overcome their addictions, all of them are important. We try to support them as much as we can. We hope to be able to continue our support and help to spread the word about the great organizations which help to make our community a better place.

What does the word “power” mean to you?

The word power often stands for strength, independence, and energy.

I believe a truly powerful person is someone who is capable of focusing on resolving issues rather than creating them with the intent to leave a better world behind her/him. www.aielligroup.com

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CHEF AIELLI

Recipes

Fresh Blue Crab Cake and Capellini, Lobster Cappuccino Ingredients

For the pasta

2 whole fresh jumbo blue crab, cooked and broken down 2 whole eggs (cracked and slightly beaten) 2 Tbsp. Dukes mayonnaise 1 tspn. Dijon mustard Zest from 1 lemon 1 tspn. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. chives Salt and pepper to taste

4 oz. capellini Extra virgin olive oil 1 tspn. minced garlic ½ tspn. chopped parsley ¼ cup of chicken stock Pinch of red chili flakes

In a bowl combine ½ of the crab, eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, chives, salt and pepper, and mix.

When it comes together, fold in remaining crab. Heat a well-greased cast iron skillet to medium high heat. Add olive oil and 5 oz. of the crab cake mixture. Place in an oven preheated to 400° F and cook for 5-7 minutes. Repeat until they are all cooked. Remove and set to the side of the stove to keep warm.

Fill a small sauce pot 2/3 full of water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and bring to a boil. Add capellini and cook 3-5 minutes until al dente. Meanwhile, in a small sauté pan add extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and chili flakes and simmer until garlic in toasted. Then add chicken stock. Drain and transfer the cooked pasta into the small sauté pan and cook for 1 minute.

For plating Remove crab cake from pan by flipping onto plate. Spin a portion of pasta on top and top with lobster cappuccino (be careful- the lobster mix comes shooting out of the thermowhip canister) and serve.

For the Lobster Cappuccino 1 cup lobster stock (reduced and rich in flavor) 2 Tbsp. heavy cream 1 tspn. dry sherry 1 tspn. versawhip ½ tbsn. xanthan gum Bring lobster stock to a boil and remove from heat. Add heavy cream and dry sherry. Then pour into a vita mix blender.

Add versawhip and xanthan and blend until smooth. Add to an iSi thermowhip and add two CO2 charges.

Lobster Risotto With Roasted Tomato And White Truffle Perfume Roasted Tomatoes

Directions

Prepare roasted tomatoes: (6 hours ahead) Season tomato halves with salt and oregano. Place in colander. Let tomatoes sit for 2 hours to remove moisture and concentrate flavors.

Preheat oven to 125F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place tomatoes cut side down, on foil. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for 3 to 4 hours, until tomatoes are slightly shrunken and cooked but not dry. Remove from oven and cool for about 5 minutes before handling. Remove skins if desired.

Make garlic-infused olive oil (1 hour ahead) Place garlic and olive oil in a small saucepan over lowest heat possible. Heat for 1 hour or until garlic becomes very soft and infuses oil. Remove garlic. Season to taste.

Prepare risotto Risotto Cut lobster meat into ½ inch cubes. In heavy-bottomed pot over medium high heat, place garlic oil. Add onion and sauté, stirring constantly, taking care not to brown. ¾ pound lobster meat, cooked Add rice and cook, stirring, for about 2 1 Tbsp. garlic-infused olive oil minutes. Add wine and stir constantly ½ white onion, chopped until absorbed. Add stock, about ½ cup 1 ½ cups Acquerello Carnaroli rice at a time, stirring constantly and adding 1½ cup dry white wine more as liquid is absorbed. Continue 4-5 cups lobster stock (seafood or vegetable process until rice is soft and creamy, but stock work too) slightly al dente. ½ cup tomato sauce Add roasted tomatoes, tomato sauce, 10 leaves fresh basil finely chopped basil, and lobster meat, continuing to 1/3 cup, plus 2 tspn. unsalted butter stir. Cook mixture for another 4 minutes.

1 Tbsp. Italian parsley chopped (extra for Stir in butter, parsley, truffle oil, salt, garnish) and pepper. Stir well to combine all 2 Tbsp. white truffle oil ingredients. Garnish with parsley and Sea salt, to taste grated parmesan. Serve warm.

2 medium-size plum tomatoes halved lengthwise Pinch of salt Pinch of dried oregano Extra virgin olive oil Garlic-infused olive oil 3 garlic cloves halved lengthwise ½ cup extra virgin olive oil Sea salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

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Victoria Osteen

Love Your Life: Living Happy, Healthy, and Whole As co-pastor of Lakewood Church -- America’s largest church -- Victoria Osteen understands intimately how day-today responsibilities can pile up and at times feel overwhelming. As a wife and mother, she sets the tone for her household and acts as a role model for her family. As a minister, she reaches out to an enormous community of people who look to her for guidance, strength, wisdom, and encouragement. She knows as well as anyone that operating in so many different roles can be extremely demanding, yet she has managed to find balance, living her life in the unforced rhythms of grace. If you ask her, she’ll tell you that she loves her life and she wants you to love your life, too.

No matter where you are in your life, no matter what responsibilities you may carry, you can find peace, balance, and enjoyment in every area of your life; but it all starts with you. You have more power inside you than you realize; all you have to do is learn to tap into what you already have! As you begin to recognize your own abilities and influence, and use them in healthy ways, all the other areas of your life will fall into order.

In Love Your Life, Victoria shares from her personal life experiences and her journey of faith the lessons she’s learned that have made her the woman she is today. As you read, you’ll feel like you’re in a conversation with a trusted friend as Victoria shows you how to tap into all that God has given you to live effectively -- as a positive influence on the world around you. You’ll be inspired by stories of victory and challenged to live at a higher level. You’ll read about people who have accomplished incredible things by overcoming their fears, and people who have changed the world around them by simply recognizing their own value. A life well lived does not come easily; you have to set out for it, look for it, and make it happen. Love Your Life shows how to turn the challenges of each day into opportunities to love and appreciate all that you are.

Susan R. Loomer The Power of Endless Wealth: How to Grow and Diversify Your Wealth Without Market Risk Despite what you may hear from the many voices clamoring to be heard on the best strategy for retirement, there is a way to protect your wealth from market risk. The Power of Endless Wealth explores the idea that de-risking your retirement portfolio is the only way to build a retirement income that you can count on. Don’t allow Wall Street to steal your wealth by assessing hidden fees. Don’t allow the federal government to rob your retirement fund from thousands of hard-earned dollars through taxation. There is a way to protect your wealth from market risk. With the knowledge this book imparts, you now have the power to build and protect endless wealth. You’ll learn: The true cost of not de-risking your retirement portfolio, how the 401k is a broken retirement strategy, how to hold onto your wealth, not to sacrifice your principal to the fees, loads, and tax gods, how to never again wait for your retirement account to recover from a loss, how to keep from riding the stock market roller coaster, and how to create retirement income that will grow powerfully, protected from market risk.

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BOOK Luann de Lesseps Class with the Countess: How to Live with Elegance and Flair Luann de Lesseps knows firsthand that class is a state of mind, not a birthright. Raised in small-town Connecticut, she worked as a registered nurse before she started modeling. On her first trip to Europe, she was awed by the lifestyle of the Italians and stayed, eventually becoming a TV personality. Before long, she began a fairytale romance with Alexandre Count de Lesseps, of the Suez Canal dynasty, and married into a world of aristocrats.

Luann learned during her time in Europe that panache comes from within, not from an antiquated manual. Now she shares her savvy advice and her inspiring story in Class with the Countess. She gives a new generation of women an exuberant and incomparable guide to modern social graces.

Patricia Blake Touched by the Hand of God in the City of Angels Patricia Lynn Blake joined the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) in May of 1983, with a career which spanned over thirty-three years. She is presently an LAPD active reserve police officer. Join Blake as she portrays the human emotional side of police work with personal accounts of intense life and death field incidents. Live the LAPD motto, “To Protect and to Serve.” Set up perimeters, contain, chase, and apprehend the suspects. Live the calling to “Catch the bad guys.”

Personally glimpse the grief and emotional impact of tragic incidents no person should have to see, forever imprinted in memory no matter how hard you try to forget. Ride “shotgun” as you respond Code Three in a black-and-white police vehicle to “shots fired” radio calls, “officer needs help” broadcasts, tense vehicle pursuits, and dangerous combative suspects. Be ready for an emotional factual and unique ride with field patrol officers.

Blake provides a powerful testimony of a traumatic event in her youth wherein she experienced a miracle that impacted and changed the rest of her life. Make no mistake, this is an account of good versus evil.

For Blake and the majority of police officers, law enforcement is a true calling to protect the innocent and the vulnerable and to make a difference. This writing is dedicated to all the first responders and protectors on the front line, blessed by God, who sends guardian angels to watch over, shield, and protect them. These courageous warriors put on their kevlar vests, badges, and uniforms and risk their lives on a daily basis to protect total strangers. God also calls our first responders and military warriors in the form of guardian angels to shield and protect those in their moments of desperate need. Evil comes in many shapes and forms to deceive and defeat God’s eternal love. Believe in and recognize both daily small miracles as well as the rare life-changing miracles.

Nicole Chaplin A Healthy Love Affair: How to Break Through Your Fitness and Relationship Roadblocks Identifying both fitness and relationships roadblocks, Nicole has constructed tools that anyone can use to overcome these obstacles and proceed with mastering the two! Begin developing a healthy love affair with exercising, staying fit and building powerful relationships.

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COVER STORY

AINSLEY

Co-host | “FOX & Friends”

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insley Earhardt is the co-host of FOX News Channel’s (FNC) “FOX & Friends” alongside Steve Doocy and Brian Kilmeade. She joined the network in 2007 and is based in New York. “FOX & Friends” provides viewers with the latest on the daily headlines across news, sports, politics, and entertainment. As co-host, Ainsley had exclusive interviews with former President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, and Vice President Mike Pence. In addition to her role on “FOX & Friends,” Ainsley is also the host of “Ainsley’s Bible Study” on Fox Nation.

Previously, Ainsley served as co-host of FNC’s early morning wake up program, “FOX & Friends FIRST” from 2013 until joining “FOX & Friends” as co-host in 2016. Prior to joining “FOX & Friends First,” she worked as a reporter for FNC where she covered many high-profile news stories, including the arrest of kidnapper Ariel Castro in Cleveland, Ohio, the fatal 2013 EF5 tornado in Moore, Oklahoma, the death of actor James Gandolfini, the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, and the 8.0-magnitude earthquake in China. She also provided live coverage of Pope Francis’ most recent visit to New York City, the shooting at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina, and the Fort Hood military base massacre. Ainsley reported on the Veterans Affairs hospital investigation in Phoenix, Arizona and the murder investigation involving the New England Patriot’s Aaron Hernandez. In May 2018, she provided on location, live coverage of the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Before joining FNC, Ainsley served as an anchor for KENS-TV (CBS 5) in San Antonio, Texas and WLTX-TV (CBS 19) in Columbia, South Carolina, where she was named “Best Personality of the Year” in Columbia Metropolitan Magazine. Ainsley received a B.A. in Journalism from the University of South Carolina. She was awarded the University of South Carolina’s Young Alumni Award and named the School of Journalism and Mass Communication’s 2007 “Outstanding Young Alumna.” She is actively involved in fundraising and is a proud donor for the new journalism school at the University of South Carolina.

EARHARDT

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Having been with FOX for 14 years, and co-hosting “FOX & Friends” since 2016, are there any other things you would like to accomplish in the media world?

My goal was to wake up America each morning. I would be happy staying in this position for the rest of my career. God has blessed me.

With the division in our country today, how do you feel women can come together to overcome this political upheaval?

I do believe we are more alike than we are different. We want what is best for the next generation. We want to live in a safe country and enjoy the unalienable right to pursue happiness. I believe listening to each other and respecting one another without anger or dissent is the best way to overcome political upheaval. To love one another and come together on what unites us (and not divides us) is the best way to improve the future of our country.

What motivated you to publish “The Light Within Me: An Inspirational Memoir?”

My book publisher approached me about writing a memoir about my faith and journey to “FOX & Friends.” In the beginning I was hesitant because I didn’t think I was seasoned enough to write my story.

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God pushing me to share the greatest gift I have ever received – and that is my relationship with Jesus.

How were you inspired by your daughter, Hayden, to write two children’s books?

I wanted to be a mother desperately. I have a wonderful mother who taught in the public school system for more than three decades and she shared her love of books with us as children. So, when I found out I was having a baby, I wanted to do the same for my daughter and other children around the world. I wanted them to know how special and what blessings they are.

What advice would you give to other women who are going through a divorce and finding it difficult to heal?

Divorce is truly awful, but I would tell women who are in the depths of despair to take heart and know you will get through the difficult days. It won’t be easy, but it will strengthen your faith and teach you to lean on God more than ever.

There is joy again on the other side.

How do you balance your time between work and family life?

I am so fortunate to have a job in the morning because I have the rest of the day with my daughter. I pick her up from school each day and spend all summer with her when

she’s not in the classroom. We share a beautiful bond and try to enjoy every moment together. I take naps during the day and study for my show after she goes to bed.

What are some personal things that you want people to know about you?

I am very blessed and have had a wonderful life. I have a sweet, caring, smart child and a supportive team helping us. My family is incredible. I have a loyal group of friends and my faith is strong. I thank God for it all.

Tell us what you do to escape and recharge, even for a few hours?

I love going to church, listening to music, reading about current events or a good novel (when there is time). I enjoy travel, spending time with my child and loved ones, and exercising.

What does the word power mean to you?

Power means knowing your worth. We are all children of God, and he has given each of us the tools we need to accomplish his purpose.

I believe that in realizing you are special, you deserve to find your power and fulfill your destiny in this short life. That belief is powerful and keeps the good and the bad in perspective. www.foxnews.com/shows/f ox-and-friends

Books

by

Ainsley Earhardt

The Light Within Me: An Inspirational Memoir The celebrated Fox News star and #1 New York Times bestselling author offers a powerful, uplifting look at her life and her spiritual journey, reflecting on her family, her faith, and her successful career, featuring new material exclusive to the paperback edition.

In her bestselling children’s book “Take Heart, My Child,” Ainsley Earhardt drew on her childhood and the inspirational notes her father wrote her before school each morning. In this moving memoir, she reminisces about growing up with a father who loved his children unconditionally—a cherished model of parenthood she has adopted with her own daughter—how her Christian faith has shaped her life, and the dynamic journalism career that has made her a trusted household name.

From her insightful political coverage, including a sit-down with Melania Trump, to her powerful reporting covering some of the most headline-making national events, to her live coverage, including Pope Francis’ visit to New York, Ainsley considers her career and the factors that have propelled her to the top of her field, becoming a co-host of Fox & Friends and contributor to Hannity. Ainsley credits her success to the values she learned from her parents, and to the enduring Christian faith that has been her ballast through thick and thin, in good times and in periods of great difficulty.

Filled with inspirational quotes taken from scripture and illustrated with 16 pages of never-before-seen photos, her memoir is infused with her spiritual beliefs and will touch the hearts of all her fans, reminding them to count the blessings God has given them every day of their lives.

Take Heart, My Child: A Mother’s Dream In the tradition of Emily Winfield Martin’s “The Wonderful Things You Will Be” and Nancy Tillman’s “On The Night You Were Born,” popular FOX news anchor Ainsley Earhardt’s lyrical lullaby inspires children to follow their dreams and passions.

FOX and Friends co-host Ainsley Earhardt’s debut picture book shares precious life lessons parents can pass onto their children so that they can follow their hearts, dreams, and passions.

“Take Heart, My Child” is a lyrical lullaby, and Ainsley shares her own hopes and dreams, and lets her child know that whatever challenges life brings, “Take heart, my child, I will—or, my love will—always be there for you.” It’s a universal message, one that all readers will relate to.

In the story behind the story, Ainsley talks about growing up and how her father would write messages to her and her siblings each morning, leaving notes at the breakfast table, so that his children would know they were loved, empowered, protected, and cherished.

Through Your Eyes: My Child’s Gift to Me Ainsley Earhardt reflects on her experiences as a mother and viewing wonders of the world through a child’s eyes in this stunning follow up to “Take Heart, My Child.” So often as we race through life, we need the wisdom and perspective of a child to remind us what is important and what should be celebrated and remembered: the everyday joys and miracles and simple pleasures of life. Our children teach us and awaken our own inner child.

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Real Estate

POWER COUPLE

Jennifer & Jason Gibson Real Estate Agents, Entrepreneurs

Having worked together and been married for over 25 years, what strategies have you used to keep the business as well as the romance alive?

It is hard and not for everyone. Most couples have time away from each other when they go to work. When they come home, then it’s time to spend quality time with each other. Jason and I have to make that separation, too. We have our working relationship during business hours, but we turn it off when we walk through the door at night. Communication in marriage is key. That goes double when you’re business partners.

Explain how the separation of responsibilities at Waterfront Realty Group Inc. has led to your continued success in real estate?

We focus on each of our strengths.

I’m the workhorse and Jason’s the big picture man. I’m all about details.

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NAPLES, FLORIDA

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ennifer Gibson is an entrepreneur and real estate agent with Waterfront Realty group in Southwest Florida.

She is extremely detailed and unlike anyone you will ever meet. Jason Gibson is also an associate real estate broker at Waterfront, and has great communication and negotiating skills. Together they are driven, hard-working, and trustworthy. Both Jennifer and Jason have been business owners and have worked together for over 30 years, being married for 27 of those years. They consider themselves the perfect team. They own Rita’s Italian Ice in Naples, Florida, and the couple are the awarded operators of Lowdermilk Beach, which is one of the best beaches in Naples.

With close ties to the business community in Naples, the couple specializes in point-to-point customer care from retirees to high profile executives relocating to Florida.

Jason takes care of the contracts and negotiations, while Jennifer strives to go above and beyond for her clients, not just finding them the perfect home. As a power couple, Jennifer and Jason strive to ensure their clients find not just a house, but a home within a community that they will become an integral part of, along with their family.

They believe in building relationships that last, so even after the home search is over, they continue to be available to their clients, many of whom they count as friends.

Finding the right property that fits our customer’s needs is my specialty. Jason excels at contracts and negotiations. Our professional partnership ensures that our clients have the best two people for the job in one package.

How has your sense of community in Florida helped fuel your other businesses in Naples, Florida?

Jason and I stay very involved in our community. We are actively involved in our church. We volunteer at community events, and we are always out networking and meeting new people. It’s basically being present in daily happenings in Naples and making sure we are a part of what is going on in the community.

What advice would you give to other couples looking to go into business together?

It’s extremely difficult. Owning a business is a very stressful venture on its

own. The one thing you have to make sure of is that you are a rock-solid power couple before you consider going into business together. It adds a completely new level of difficulty into your marriage, and you have to be ready for it. It’s not for everyone, but when it works it’s wonderful.

What does the word power mean to both of you?

When I hear the word power, I immediately think of the following words: Integrity, strength, reliability, success, hard work, and control. The funny thing is that we don’t go about our day thinking about them. They are just who we are.

At the core of our being, we live by these words every day. www.waterfrontrealtygroup.com/ourteam/jennifergibson/

TRENDS The spring of 2022 has some interesting trends. Here are some of my favorite picks from fashion, food and fitness.

FANTASTIC FASHION Lilac and lavender are hot this season. They are versatile colors and I love that you can pair them with gray, white, brown and beige.

To get these looks go to www.bostonproper.com.

THE STRETCH CRAZE I bet you never realized how important stretching is. Although people have been stretching on their own for centuries, there are now specific places to go to get the perfect stretch for you. I recently had the opportunity to visit The Stretch Lab in Woodbury, New York.

A unique new concept in wellness, the Stretch Lab is a center where Flexologists® work with clients to identify tightness and imbalances in the body and then create a customized stretching routine specific to their needs. Offering one-onone or group stretch sessions, these highly-trained Flexologists® give you a deeper stretch than you could ever achieve on your own. According to general manager Samantha Noah, stretching improves sports performance, increases range of motion and flexibility, reduces muscle and joint pain, improves posture and reduces stress. www.stretchlab.com

THE NEW SUPERFOOD If you are looking for a “super food,” mushrooms are the way to go (and I’m not talking the about the psychedelic type)!

Traditional Chinese practice has used mushrooms for thousands of years to treat various ailments, detoxify the body, and provide overall well-being and longevity.

The fitness industry is now becoming aware of the ‘mushroom effect.’ Several popular brands are currently selling mushroom supplements to aid performance and post-workout recovery.

Mushrooms are best known for their cancer-fighting and immune-boosting properties. They also are known for hydrating skin, anti-aging, burning cholesterol, aiding in weight loss, increasing energy, reducing anxiety and inflammation, and combating hair loss just to name a few.

There are different types of mushrooms, including Reishi and Maitake, which help bolster the immune system, Cordyceps, which can improve lung capacity, and Shitake, which supports immunity. According to Penny Fox of Sherry’s Market in Babylon, New York, “Chaga and Reishi are rich in antioxidants that can promote healthy aging by reducing inflammation and supporting DNA integrity and immune function.”

I love to saute’ mushrooms in garlic and oil with a little salt and pepper. It’s simple and tasty. But, if you do not enjoy eating mushrooms, try Lions Mane capsules. Penny states, “Lion’s Mane may address symptoms of brain aging, such as memory impairment and brain fog. It contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents plus compounds that can protect brain tissue and even stimulate neuron growth.” www.sherrysmarket.com P.O.W.E.R. Magazine | 39

Dianne L. Bird

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ianne L. Bird is a retired administrative assistant. She spent over 30 years with McMaster University of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

While with the university, she provided administration and general support to the University Advancement Office, the president and to the six faculties. She also arranged dinners and meetings internationally to promote the University. Currently, Dianne is active with a local senior center. She is a member of the McMaster University Retirees Association. Through this association, she actively liaises with other retirees. In her retirement, Dianne enjoys reading, is a member of several book clubs, enjoys yoga, volunteering for animal rescue, helping children with special needs, and senior wellness.

Lequita J. Taylor

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equita J. Taylor is the owner and a funeral director with Taylor Funeral & Crematorium Services, which consists of three locations. She is responsible for overseeing the operations of the funeral homes and a crematorium, consulting with family members, collaborating with local vendors, and also serves as a Notary Public. She belongs to the Top Ladies of Distinction and Fighting Together to Save Lives Breast Cancer Foundation. Lequita is a proud breast cancer survivor. She enjoys singing, family, and shopping.

Administrative Assistant, Retired McMaster University - Hamilton How did you get started in your field/ industry?

When I was going back to work, I decided to start with Kelly Services. This gave me a good variety of jobs and an idea of what was out there. I had about six different jobs. Each was different and gave me more experience in my field.

Then I applied for and got the job at McMaster. The university was perfect for me. My areas of expertise were teaching hospital and university advancement.

University advancement covered the whole of the university regarding raising funds for areas that were desperately in need. Before I retired, I had raised $4,500,000.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Funeral Director, Owner Taylor Funeral & Crematorium Services How did you get started in your field/industry?

I was in my early 20’s and I wanted to do something to make a little extra money. I had always been told when growing up how caring I was with people, and I thought working in a mortuary would be a good idea. I was not afraid of death or the deceased. After 40 years, I am still in the industry and love what I do.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

Learning to deal with families in all walks of life in their worst state of grief is

Michele L. Dissinger

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ichele L. Dissinger has 25 years of experience in the healthcare arena. She started her career at the Ben Taub General Hospital, Houston’s busiest trauma center, and went on to expand her medical knowledge at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Michele’s focus has always been on process improvement, as well as quality and patient safety. She won the National HCA Innovators Award for pediatric crash carts. She has always had a strong passion for precepting new graduate nurses and helped start one of HCA’s first new graduate programs.

Michele will receive her B.S.N. from Houston Baptist University in 2022.

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It means acknowledging all the struggles that women have to go through in order to prove themselves worthy of their jobs and the fact that they are very talented and knowledgeable. They must prove themselves to the powers that be and be recognized by their peers. Empowerment is when you have reached the goals that you have set out to accomplish. www.mcmaster.ca

Michele is the COO of AMD Global, where she has been responsible for designing, developing, building, and managing two freestanding ER’s as well as a small acute care hospital. She is currently in the process of diversifying AMD’s model by adding primary care clinics and ambulatory surgery centers to their portfolio. Michele is skilled in all aspects of nursing with an emphasis on emergency medicine. As the COO, she is responsible for the overall operations of all the facilities,

always a challenge. I was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer in 2003 and was still able to be there for grieving families, even while in the throes of my illness. I am a 19 year survivor and grateful every day.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

Women need to learn to love and respect themselves and acknowledge their insecurity, low self-esteem, self-abuse, and know their own worth inside and out.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Because of my boldness, being humble, and my belief in God, I have remained strong and powerful. I’ve overcome many adversities. taylormortuary.com

Chief Operating Officer | AMD Global including licensing, clinical and regulatory compliance, as well as continuing to work clinically when needed. She is a member of the E.N.A. and N.I.H.D. She takes great pride in designing facilities that include a holistic approach to treatment and include both Eastern and Western medicine. Michele has continued to mentor new nurses throughout her career. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling with her daughter. www.amdglobal.com

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pril Fitzgerald is a real estate agent licensed in Virginia. She was born in Washington, DC and currently resides in Virginia where she has lived her entire life. April primarily serves the Northern Virginia and surrounding area, providing buyers and sellers with professional, responsive, and attentive real estate services with regard to marketing and purchasing residential properties for the right price under the best terms.

She takes pride in servicing her clients by delivering exceptional service and establishing lifelong relationships. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, traveling, shopping, and spending time with her family. April is married and has four children.

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How did you get started in your field/ industry?

I always aspired to be a realtor. Since my daughters were flourishing and developing into their own young women, I knew that it was the perfect time for me to secure my real estate license.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

One of the biggest challenges and obstacles I have faced in my career is time management. I found that staying consistent to a routine and schedule along with dedication is the key to my success.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

I feel the biggest challenge for women is maintaining equality in the workplace

Nancy Grabusnik

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ancy Grabusnik is the owner and manager of G&S Hardware & Supply, True Value/Benjamin Moore Paint store. She has 25 years’ experience in the retail industry. She is responsible for the sales of hardware, plumbing, electrical, cleaning, automotive, and other supplies. Nancy oversees the daily management and operations of the store, hiring and training the staff, ensuring staff safety, and ordering specialty items as necessary.

As a locally owned hardware store, she enjoys liaising with customers and ensuring they have the supplies they need for their community. In her spare time, she

tephanie L. Bailey is the owner of The House of Holistic Care, which is a nonprofit group home and child welfare agency based in San Tan Valley, Arizona. With seven years’ experience, Stephanie oversees the operations and staff. She teaches life skills to young girls through the Department of Child Safety and ensures that they have a safe haven. She promotes positive health behaviors, wellness, health education, and uses holistic interventions to promote wellness, manage illness, and reduce pain. Stephanie has over 20 years in healthcare services, 15 years in the criminal justice field assisting offenders in a variety of community correctional programs, 15 years in addictions treatment therapy, and over 15 years in the beauty supply industry.

Stephanie and her husband are the owners of

alongside our male counterparts, specifically in the realm of leadership positions and promotions. www.brightmlshomes.com/ april-fitzgerald

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enjoys cooking, crafting, travel, and spending time with family and friends.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

I got started in the hardware business when my husband, myself, my sister-in-law, and my brother-in-law purchased the business. I have always worked in the customer service field and excel at helping and assisting people with issues.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

The biggest challenge I was faced with was when my husband passed away. I had

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to step into his role and run the business with very little knowledge of how to be an owner/boss. Also, it is challenging understanding the customer’s needs, especially when there is a language barrier.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

For the field that I’m in, the biggest challenge I face is with the older generation that feel a woman doesn’t know anything about hardware, electrical, plumbing supplies, etc. They think I’m the phone/counter girl.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment means having the authority to make decisions, give approval to improve things, and make changes. stores.truevalue.com/nj/hackensack/18955

Founder, Owner | The House of Holistic Care and Royal Beauty Supply & Custom Wigs Royal Beauty Supply & Custom Wigs, a family-owned business. They sell a variety of skincare, body products, and custom wigs. Stephanie’s passion is customizing human hair wigs for children, women, and men due to loss of hair (thinning hair, alopecia, baldness, and cancer clients) and clients who want to enhance their appearance. As a cosmetologist, she gives back to the community by volunteering at the Avalon School of Cosmetology and at child welfare agencies by cutting and coloring hair, shampooing, blow-drying, and styling hair.

Stephanie earned a B.A. from Davenport University in 2004. She belongs to the Tonto Street Church of Christ, the National Church of Christ Prayer Warriors/Facebook: Sister Pam Parker National Prayer Warriors, and Just Us Sisters Together Ministry.

She enjoys reading, travel, and roller skating.

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Dr. Shanessa Fenner

Principal | W.T. Brown Elementary School

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r. Shanessa Fenner is the principal of W.T. Brown Elementary School. With over 26 years of experience, she is responsible for overall staff and faculty oversight, liaising with parents and students, overseeing leadership and development, ensuring the core curriculum is followed, and managing the general operations of the school.

Dr. Fenner earned an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Fayetteville State University. She belongs to the National Association of Elementary School Principals, N.A.E.S.P., and N.A.B.S.E. She was a finalist for the statewide Principal of the Year award in 2021.

Terrie A. Dusek

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CEO Masters of Saving

errie A. Dusek is the CEO of Masters of Saving, which sells a wide array of home and garden, health and wellness, and sports and fitness products and supplies to individuals for home and office use.

Terrie has over 5 years’ experience and is responsible for the overall operations, management, and administration of the company. She earned a B.B.A., graduating with honors from the University of North Dakota. Terrie also volunteers annually for the Christmas for Kids Giveaway, organized in her hometown, which allows underprivileged families to choose a gift and Christmas stocking for each of their children, through the age of 18. In her spare time, she enjoys working out, walking, taking care of her dogs, and being with her family.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

I got started in my field of e-commerce due to determination and the motivation to leave a legacy for my children and their future families. I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2011. That totally changed my lifestyle and way of life. I then got divorced in 2013 and that changed my dreams and goals for the future. So, with all of those changes, my determination and motivation increased, and I began to look at other avenues to earn a living and learned about e-commerce.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment means that I have power and control over my beliefs, that I have the right to stand up for what I believe in, and I am able to take a stand regarding those beliefs and yell it out to the world. It also means to be powerful and be confident in any situation. Empowerment means you are heard and fully understood.

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Gineean Holyoke

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Owner KGJ Fence, Inc.

ineean Holyoke has over 30 years’ experience in the fencing industry. She is the owner of KGJ Fence, Inc., which provides fencing building, planning, installation, follow-up and repair services for residential, commercial, industrial, and ranch fencing needs. The company has built privacy, security, slat, rail, chain link, ornamental, and accent fences for almost 30 years in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The company is certified through WBE as a Women’s Business Enterprise. As a contractor, Gineean is responsible for providing job estimates, hiring installers, providing general office support and administration as needed and ensuring the best possible customer service.

She is a member of the R.C.N.C. In her spare time, Gineean enjoys fishing, travel, and public speaking. www.kgjfence.com

Faith D. Reid

Real Estate Broker Associate Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers

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aith D. Reid is a real estate broker associate with Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers. With over 26 years of experience, she assists clients with buying and selling residential homes and is an expert on new home construction sales.

She is responsible for marketing and serves as a team leader for the Golden Key Home Team with her company. Faith attended Alpha Commercial College of Jamaica. She belongs to the National Association of Realtors and the Women’s Council of Realtors.

She was listed in the NAR Hall of Fame in 2017 and has won numerous awards for sales production. Faith earned Communities Magazine’s top 100 Atlanta Realtors for several years and is a Phoenix Lifetime member of DeKalb REALTORS® Top Producers Club. She received the Mary Nelson Realtor Spirit Award, the DeKalb 2012 Realtor of the Year and the Women’s Council of Realtors Georgia’s 2016 Member of the Year awards. In 2018, Faith was inducted into the National Association of Realtors RPAC Hall of Fame.

Faith is extremely involved in her field. She is a past president of the Dekalb Association of Realtors, past state president of the Women’s Council of Realtors-Georgia, past regional vice president for the National Women’s Council of Realtors and is on the board of directors for GAMLS. She currently serves on the Georgia Association of Realtors executive board, is the 2021 regional director for Region 4 and serves on the Housing Opportunity Committee of the National Association of Realtors. In her spare time, Faith enjoys reading and travel. www.bhgre.com

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The big question . . .

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By Dawn Nic

ow do we know if he is the one? You don’t. There are many good people in this world, and the one guy that we found in our 20’s may not be the one for us in our 30’s or 40’s, etc.

What we look for in a partner in different stages of our lives depends on our needs at the time, so there really isn’t a standard rule book that says, “Yep, he’s the one.” However, there is an across the board standard (or should be) when it comes to knowing that he is not the one.

He is not the one if your gut tells you he’s not the one. We should always trust our instincts and know that your gut feeling is right. Never try to rationalize your doubt. If you doubt it, go with it. Your gut feeling is almost always right. He is not the one if he is abusive in any way- verbally, mentally or physically. Abuse should never be tolerated.

Ask yourself this question, “Have I ever made excuses for his behavior?

Has he?” If the answer is yes to any of these, he is not the one, especially if he makes you feel insecure.

When a man loves a woman, he wants to elevate her. He wants to put her on a pedestal. He wants her to feel worthy and empowered.

He doesn’t want to keep baby in the corner. He is most definitely not the one if he feels the need to make you feel jealous. That is strictly a selfish motive. It strokes his ego and, in turn, you become doubtful of yourself. He is not the one if he belittles you in front of others. This is an elevation tactic. He elevates himself by putting you down and making you feel insignificant. Just

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remember that the most insecure men will always elevate themselves by lowering you.

He is not the one if he consistently puts his needs before yours. A relationship has to have reciprocity.

If not, resentment sets in. He is not the one if he can’t fight successfully.

This is a big topic in my workshops.

How do you fight successfully? You must stick to the topic. Discuss the issue, not the person. Do not name call; do not character assassinate; do not bring up the past; and certainly do not pass judgment on your partner. You can’t take back what is said. Choose your words wisely. He is not the one if he is unwilling to work on bettering the relationship.

All relationships are a work in progress. We need work daily on ourselves and with each other. Working out our differences in a productive manner is important.

He is not the one if you don’t feel safe with him. If you can’t confide in your partner and trust that he will hold your heart safely in his hands, how could he possibly be it?

He’s not the one if he lacks empathy and compassion. Observe how he treats others. That is a telltale sign. I always look to see how someone treats another in a service industry. Are they respectful? Are they patient? Do they treat them as equals? These are non-negotiable rules for me when I am looking for a potential life partner.

Other things to consider are the following: Are you having great sex? Sexual compatibility is important. If it’s not mind blowing, are you willing to work on it? We

Is he the one? don’t want boring. We want to keep your sex life exciting. Are you transparent? Are you comfortable in your relationship where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment? Are you having fun together? Laughter is very important in a relationship.

We can’t always be serious. We should be able to let our guards down and just have fun.

How do your friends and family feel about your partner? While it’s not a deal breaker, it is important to consider their opinion. If multiple people feel the same way about your partner (in a negative manner), then there must some truth to it. Why did his past relationships not work out? Was there infidelity on his

part? If so, how does that make you feel? Once a cheater always a cheater is not necessarily true. If you feel the need to express concern for this behavior, you must talk about it.

We literally can make a list of all the things that we want and don’t want, but when we are in the midst of the relationship, sometimes this list can go to the wayside. Love is not about a list. It is about the guttural feeling of everything we can’t possibly put into words. Love has no logic. When love is right, it is beautiful. But when love is wrong, it is the most difficult, heartbreaking, gut wrenching feeling of hopelessness. Love is everything we feel, good and bad. It is so important to pay attention to the red flags that

come our way and not allow the euphoric feeling of love to supersede our gut instincts. Know what you want. Do not settle for anything less than what you deserve.

Have self-love. Believe in yourself and value yourself. Know that it wouldn’t be right unless I told you that self-love comes first. When we have self-love, we will have discernment and we will be able to trust ourselves.

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Cyndy L. Brown

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yndy L. Brown is a truck driver with Kottke Trucking. With over 35 years’ experience, she is responsible for delivering refrigerated foods, making deliveries intact and on time, working independently with minimal supervision, and ensuring products are secure and are being transported at FDA standards and temperatures. Her certifications and licenses include Class A with tanker, double and triple endorsements.

She has taken the safety PEC SafeGulf and SafeLandUSA courses. Cyndy is an OSHA certified heavy equipment operator. She has hazardous material training and MSHA training. She follows FMCSA guidelines.

Previously, Cyndy provided heavy haul equipment and transportation services for the oil field industry. While in this field, she was responsible for the construction of drilling rig site pads and roads while operating both semi and heavy equipment. She is a capable automotive mechanic. Cyndy has won numerous awards for

Angela Jones

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ngela Jones is an acting manager, distribution operations with the United States Postal Service.

She received full-range training of the entire plant operations. Angela is responsible for managing the direction and oversight of supervisors and employees within their work centers that include high-speed automation machines, mechanized equipment, and manual distribution. She generates, reviews, analyzes, and submits a series of productivity and manpower reports daily. Angela also interacts with other functional areas including maintenance, transportation,

Truck Driver Kottke Trucking safety and appreciation. She attended college. In her spare time, she enjoys taking road trips on her motorcycle, music, tinkering, and being with her family.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

I was part of a family that lived on a 300 acre self-sufficient farm. We raised vegetables in the summer and did logging in the winter. I was put on a truck at the age of 13.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

Being a woman in a man’s world has always been the biggest challenge. My biggest obstacle is being told that I can’t do a job because I’m a woman. Therefore, I strive to be the best I can be. www.kottke-trucking.com

Acting Manager, Distribution Operations United States Postal Service and field customer service/delivery operations management teams. She emphasizes safety and productivity goals with performance objectives to all employees and ensures full safety compliance throughout the facility.

Additionally, Angela serves as a tax and business consultant. She received a B.S. in Technical Management with a concentration in Accounting from DeVry University in 2019, an A.S. in Executive Accounting from Northwestern College, a Certification in Accounts Payable Management and a Certification as an Accounts Payable Specialist. Angela

Amanda Madsen

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manda Madsen is the finance and marketing officer for Glacier Tek, LLC, a manufacturing company which designs and produces high-tech cooling products that help defend the user from heat stress in extreme environments. With over 20 years’ experience, Amanda is responsible for overseeing the business’s daily financial operations, company strategy, leading marketing efforts and the social media team. She is experienced in finance, accounting, and economics. Amanda earned a B.S. in Finance and a B.S. in Economics from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.

In her spare time, she enjoys running, reading, and travel.

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is a Certified Notary Signing Agent and a Certified Illinois Notary Public. She recently earned a Human Right Consultant Certificate from the U.S. Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights of Washington D.C. in 2021. Angela is an active member of Sigma Alpha Pi, The National Society of Leadership and Success, and the W.Y.C.A. She enjoys reading, fitness, and civic and cultural affairs.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment means being able to create and influence innovative ideas and formulate positive results without restrictions from established regulations and policies.

Finance and Marketing Officer Glacier Tek, LLC How did you get started in your field/industry?

Working on contract consulting finance teams early on helped focus my passion for business finance.

I use my analytical skills to determine what the numbers mean and the story they tell through every department.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

The presence of multiple levels of intelligence in every department, every company, everywhere can be challenging.

All are acceptable. There are good leaders and bad ones; adapt, learn, and move

forward. Growth is constant and happiness changes. Alter your focus, develop your role, and try new things to stay engaged.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

All people face the challenge of continuing to take care of themselves at the risk of disappointing others. Stay strong and know you and your mind matter. It’s difficult to be overlooked as a proper team member, whether you’re timid or bold. glaciertek.com

Patricia Cabarcos

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ith over 40 years of sales management experience, Patricia Cabarcos has been the regional sales manager of Cavotec USA for the past seven years. Patricia is responsible for the sales of ground support equipment for Latin America and Eastern USA regions. She earned a M.S. in Industrial Psychology from Florida International University and belongs to Women in Sales, Women in Aviation, and A.A.A.E. Previously, Patricia served as a sales director of the Americas with Air Services from 20082015, the director of sales and marketing with Calmaquip Engineering from 2000-2007, the national sales manager with Orion Grupo Empresarial from 1995-1999, and started her career in sales management with Dun & Brad-

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street from 1980-1995.

She is the treasurer for the MHS Alumni Association, and enjoys golf, dining out with friends, wine tasting, and travel.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

I started my sales career when I was with Dun & Bradstreet. I transitioned from operations into sales and never regretted my decision.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

Challenges have varied over time. I relocated to different areas during my career, so that was a challenge, as well as shifting from intangible sales to tangible sales. In general, one creates their own

Jessica N. Sauls

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essica N. Sauls is the owner and a stylist with

By Jessica & Co Beauty Lounge, based in Pooler, Georgia. After returning to school and getting certified, she opened her own beauty lounge which is a full service salon offering hair, lash, and brow styling, hair treatments, hair extensions, brow tinting, lash extensions, and styling for men and women. In addition to overseeing the operations, management, administration, marketing, staff, and inventory, Jessica is a hair and makeup stylist who enjoys collaborating with her clients and ensuring they look their best. She ensures that the salon provides a comfortable and enjoyable experience for clients with an emphasis on Southern charm. This includes cozy music and fresh beverages. The salon also offers a clothing line, accessories, and other products for sale. Jessica fabricates costumes, and has fashion shows and photo shoots, which allows her to be creative in other mediums. She belongs to the IAOTP and won their Empowered Woman Award in 2022. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys outdoor activities and going to the beach.

How did you get started in your field/ industry?

obstacles, and therefore has the ability to overcome them.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

Women today, as before, face some of the same challenges - balancing a rewarding career with quality of life.

Maintaining that balance is a bigger challenge than a rewarding career in itself.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment is the ability to share your experiences and knowledge with others in the hopes of making a difference. www.cavotec.com

Owner, Stylist

By Jessica & Co Beauty Lounge When I was young, we were poor. I would make Halloween costumes for myself and my siblings. I loved it. I also loved cutting my family’s hair.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

Trying to get Splat hair color out of teenager’s hair. Unfortunately, my mother got cancer the first

year of my business and passed away eight months later.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

Being heard and being taking seriously.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

It means being confident; being told you couldn’t and doing it with flying colors. byjessicaandcobeautylounge.com

Catherine M. James

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ith over 25 years’ experience, Catherine M. James is the president of Dixie Cullen Interests, Inc., a women owned small business in the warehousing and storage industry. Catherine earned a Certificate of Business from Penn State University in 1978. She is responsible for the overall operations of the company, daily administration and management, marketing and sales, and planning. Previously, Catherine served for over 40 years in the machinery moving and manufac-

President Dixie Cullen Interests, Inc.

turing plant relocation industry. This experience provided the foundation for her to operate and grow Dixie Cullen Interests, Inc. She developed a niche market, offering heavy lift services involving oversized heavy machinery to customers.

Catherine belongs to the American Business Women’s Association, Organization of Women in International Trade, Federation of Houston Professional Women, and N.F.P.Z. She enjoys cowboy active shooting in her spare time. dixiecullen.com

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Isabel Madison

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sabel Madison grew up immersed in beauty culture as the daughter of a cosmetics visionary. She learned at a young age that feeling beautiful and being beautiful were one and the same, and it was having a sense of confidence, sophistication, and subtleness that made her feel beautiful. Just as Isabel began infusing her vision into her father’s cosmetics company, she made the choice to put motherhood before her career and raised three children. However, her passion for cosmetics never faded.

Her current company is a result of an experience she had with her sister while out shopping. Isabel’s sister began to feel overwhelmed by the wide variety of vibrant colors of lipstick in a store’s cosmetics departments. She felt that the lipsticks were overly wild and bold. This became the impetus for Isabel to realize her own talent and Nude Envie was born. She knew that she had talent because she could sense different colors and shades while she was helping her father in his lab. He asked her to bring a particular shade of lipstick from the shelf, and without even turning the lights on in the room, Isabel was able to get the exact shade of pink among the hundreds of other shades, which truly shocked her father. As a little girl in awe of her father at work, she was fascinated by the cosmetics, the colors, and the glamour.

She didn’t understand until later that she had a connection to makeup from a more psychological perspective.

After becoming a mother, Isabel immersed herself in taking care of her children and focusing on their growth and development. Once they could finally take of themselves, she started getting back into her hobbies. She would often make lipsticks for her own use until her attraction to cosmetics finally became a calling. Isabel shares that she was never able to find the perfect nude to match her skin tone, so she created it herself.

She wanted to set an example for her daughter that makeup could be nude, natural-looking, beautiful, and confident. Her friends were mesmerized by the unique and subtle shades she would often wear and asked her to start selling

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them. One thing led to another, and she was motivated to launch her brand and set up her own enterprise.

Nude Envie is a sophisticated line of luxury makeup that enhances features other makeups often undermine. The company’s products accentuate women’s natural beauty and empower women to be themselves. Isabel states, “Putting my best face forward was always important to me. I did not feel complete without my makeup but wanted to look natural and subtle like I was presenting the best version of myself, not creating a character. Finding that balance between going without any makeup and a natural signa-

ture style was highly transformative.”

Founded in 2016, Nude Envie is located in Beverly Hills. It is specifically built to blaze through the overcrowded market, which is highly focused on outrageous trends, seasonal looks, and more over the top artifice. Instead, it offers something unique to every woman without compromising their natural traits and making them shine irrespectively. Every woman can easily find products that complement and enhance their individual features and skin tones.

Nude Envie is carried by Barney’s, Saks 5th Avenue, and Neiman Marcus, among others.

Founder luxurious makeup formulated with Why did you choose to embrace the idea of a nude makeup palate as opposed to bold, bright colors?

Nude shades are always appealing, chic, elegant, and sexy. They don’t overwhelm the face or take over your look. They lighten up the face and allow all features to be seen. When done right, nude makeup is very appealing and easy on the eye.

Were women initially afraid to try a nude palate and if so, how did you change their attitudes towards a more natural look?

Women love the idea of a natural look, but sometimes worry about looking washed out. I have created a wardrobe of eyeshadows and blushes all in the nude shades that create harmony and balance so that the nude lipstick does not look washed out. A little pink on the lids, cheeks, and lips is feminine and beautiful. A little copper on the lids, a little bronze on the cheeks, and a nude lip is music.

If you only were able to use one cosmetic on your face, such as a lipstick, eye shadow or blush – which one would you choose and why?

I can’t live without lipstick because my lips need to be hydrated all the time.

I love the feeling of the buttery creamy lipstick on my lips. However, a great blush that makes me look vibrant is also beautiful.

Hard work is important in growing a business. What other factors contribute to the success of a company?

A great team. Having a smart, fearless team that thinks outside of the box is a must when creating anything new with a need to entice customers.

What does the word “power” mean to you?

Power is one of the most beautiful words. Having power over your own mind and actions is a beautiful accomplishment. www.nudeenvie.com

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a nude color palette crafted to naturally match with any skin tone

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Marjorie A. Graf

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Vice President and Chairman of the Board of Directors Graf & Sons Inc.

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arjorie Graf is the president and chairman of the board of directors of Graf & Sons Inc. which is a wholesale sporting goods store based in Mexico, Missouri. They sell sporting goods, hunting products, ammunition, shooting, and reloading materials on a national scale. Graf & Sons, Inc. was founded in 1957 by Arnold Graf, his wife Velma, their two sons Bob and Howard, and their spouses. What has become known as “The Reloading Authority” first started as a gasoline service station in Mexico, Missouri that sold boats, motors, hunting, and fishing merchandise. Bob and Marjorie Graf became sole owners of the business after the passing of co-founder Arnold Graf in 1972 and the retirement of Howard Graf in 1981. In 1986, Bob and Marjorie started to advertise across the board and began to sell internationally. In the beginning they shipped just 1,000-2,000 products a year but with the creation of their website, www.grafs.com, in 2001, the product lines expanded to fit the need.

Today, Graf & Sons stocks over 20,000 products and ships both nationally and internationally by mail order, phone sales, and internet sales. The company has many extremely competent employees including Marjorie’s two sons who are also involved with the business. Marjorie specializes in finance and the overall operations. She also oversees the exporting side of the business, customer service, and sales. Previously, Marjorie served in sales and service at Mexico Refractories and Kaiser Refractories for over 16 years.

In 2013, Graf and Sons Inc. was recognized by the Mexico Chamber of Commerce for their leadership in business, their retail business, and their philanthropy, and was honored at the 29th annual Commerce & Industry Appreciation Dinner. In January 2019, Marjorie received the Mexico Chamber of Commerce Presidential Award. Recently, she was the 2019 inductee “as an individual” into the Missouri Trapshooting Association Hall of Fame on May 17, 2019 at Linn Creek, Missouri. This was quite an honor as she has always enjoyed the shooting and hunting sports.

Sadly, Marjorie’s husband Bob passed away in 2018. In her spare time, she enjoys family activities with her four children, five grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren. Marjorie also enjoys shooting, camping, hunting, fishing, cooking, and church activities. www.grafs.com

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Roast Leg of Lamb with Rosemary Ingredients ¼ cup honey 2 Tbsp. prepared Dijon-style mustard 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary 1 tspn. freshly ground black pepper 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 3 cloves garlic, minced 5 lbs. whole leg of lamb 1 tspn. coarse sea salt Directions

Roasted Potatoes with Shallots

Ingredients 3-5 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes cubed 1 package onion soup mix 4 shallots peeled and sliced in ¼” slices ¼ cup olive oil 1 Tbsp. parsley ½ tspn. pepper Directions

Wash potatotes. Cut in half, then slice each piece in 6 or 8 large cubes. Place in large bowl.

Peel and slice shallots. Place in bowl with potatoes. Pour in soup mix, parsley, pepper and oil. Mix well. Place in large sealed bag and marinate in the refrigerator for an hour or so. Can be prepared a night ahead of serving to save time.

Preheat oven to 400°. On foil-lined baking sheet, pour potato and shallot mixture out and spread evenly. Roast for 30 minutes.

Remove from oven and mix well.

Cook for another 30 minutes.

Remove and test that potatoes are fork tender. If not, put back for another 15 minutes. Serve.

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In a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, rosemary, ground black pepper, lemon juice, vinegar and garlic. Mix well and apply to the lamb. Place in large oven bag and marinate in the refrigerator overnight or up to 2 days.

Preheat oven to 450°.

Sprinkle salt over lamb. Seal seasoned lamb with marinade in the oven bag, place on a roasting pan and bake at 450° for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 400° and roast for 55 to 60 more minutes for medium rare. The internal temperature should be at least 145° when taken with a meat thermometer. Let the roast rest for about 10 minutes before carving.

Baked Creamed Spinach with Frizzled Onions Ingredients 2 packages frozen creamed spinach (Seabrook) 1 cup + ½ cup frizzled onions (Durkee) Directions Defrost spinach in the refrigerator overnight.

Preheat oven to 375°.

Spray a deep casserole dish with butter spray or olive oil.

In separate bowl, mix spinach and 1 cup frizzled onions together. Pour into sprayed baking dish. Top with ½ cup of frizzled onions.

Cover tightly. Bake for at least 45 minutes. Serve.

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Raw Asparagus Ribbons with Parmesan Dressing Ingredients 2 lbs. large asparagus, bottoms trimmed off (about 1½”) ½ cup coarsely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 4 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 tspn. warm water 1 Tbsp. lemon zest ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions Wash and dry lemon. Zest the lemon lightly and keep a tablespoon of zest aside. Place lemon in microwave for 25 seconds. Remove and place on clean kitchen towel. Roll on towel vigorously to make squeezing the lemon easier.

Place half lemon at a time between the upper part of a pair of metal tongs and squeeze over bowl to juice.

Using a vegetable peeler, shave the asparagus into long, thin strips and transfer to a large bowl.

In a small bowl, mix the Parmigiano-Reggiano with the lemon juice, zest, vinegar, water, and olive oil. Add to the asparagus and toss to coat. Season the salad with salt and pepper and serve at once.

Apricot Brisket (Passover)

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Recipes

by Syndi Reibman

Ingredients Directions 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil Season the brisket liberally with salt and pepper on all sides.

6 lbs. beef brisket In a large heavy skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. When 4 large onions, chopped the oil is hot, brown the beef on all sides (3-4 minutes per side). If 3 carrots, peeled and nickeled the brisket is too large, cut it in half first, and brown in two stages.

1 package dry onion soup mix Place the meat in a large Dutch oven with a lid or a very large, (Goodman’s) deep cooking pan. Set aside.

1 lb. dried apricots, diced Add onions to the drippings in the skillet. Sauté over medium 1-2 cups of water heat until the onions are beginning to brown. Stir in carrots and Salt and pepper

cook for 5 more minutes. Pour over the brisket in the Dutch oven.

Sprinkle one package of dry, instant onion soup mix over the browned meat and vegetables.

Arrange all of the apricots on top of the soup mix. Pour enough water around outside of meat, not on top, to cover the sides of brisket.

Cover tightly with foil.

Bake at 325° for 2 hours. Check liquid; if dish is starting to look dry, add a bit more water around meat. Re-cover, and cook another 2 hours.

Meat should be very tender- if necessary, bake for an additional ½ hour. Remove meat to cutting board. Cut across grain to serve after letting it sit at least 20 minutes. *This is best made a day or two ahead of when serving.

It freezes beautifully. Store the meat separately from the gravy. Slice very thin slices when cold. Place back into the pot, put gravy back after skimming off the fat.

Reheat covered at 300° for an hour or more.

Spinach Feta Pie (Passover)

Artichoke Pie Ingredients 2 cans artichoke hearts 5 eggs, beaten 1 lb. mozzarella, diced (reserve ½ cup) ¼ cup grated Parmagiano-Reggiano cheese 1 tspn. pepper ½ tspn. salt 1 pie crust shell (top and bottom) ½ cup diced salami

(optional: Top with a few sliced cherry tomatoes for presentation)

Directions

Drain artichoke hearts. Roughly chop and place in large bowl.

Add all ingredients and mix well.

Preheat oven to 350°. Place pie crust in pan. Pour mixture into pan. Top with reserved ½ cup mozzarella cheese. Place 2nd pie crust on top and crimp edges. Poke a few holes so steam escapes.

Bake for 45 – 55 minutes until nicely browned.

by Barbara Silverstein

Directions

Ingredients 4 large eggs 6 matzoh boards 1 pkg. Farmers cheese 8 oz. grated parmesan cheese 8 oz. crumbled feta cheese 20 oz. frozen chopped spinach (thawed overnight in fridge) ½ tspn. pepper 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil or olive oil spray

Preheat oven to 350°.

Thaw and drain spinach (wrap in clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess water).

Place matzoh in large bowl. Put a heavy plate or bowl on top of matzoh. Cover matzoh with water and soak for about 10 minutes.

Remove plate and drain in a colander. Break up the matzoh by hand in the large bowl. Make a well in the middle and beat the eggs. Add pepper, cheeses, and spinach. Mix all together.

Coat 9” x 13” pan with oil. Pour in mixture. Bake for 45 minutes until top is slightly browned. Serve hot, room temperature, or cold. Can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Flourless Chocolate Cake with Raspberries

Ingredients ½ cup granulated sugar ½ cup water 1 stick unsalted butter 12 oz. semisweet or bittersweet chocolate 1/3 cup sweet liqueur, such as Cointreau or Chambord 6 eggs 1 cup heavy cream 2 Tbsp. sugar 1 basket fresh raspberries (optional) Directions

This unusual cake may be made in advance -- make sure to bring it to room temperature before serving with whipped cream and a few raspberries.

Preheat the oven to 325° and set a rack in the middle level.

Butter an 8-inch round pan and line the bottom with a disk of parchment or waxed paper cut to fit. Butter the paper. Chop the chocolate finely and set it aside.

Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil over low heat, stirring occasionally to make sure all the sugar crystals dissolve.

Remove the syrup from the heat and stir in the butter and chocolate; allow to stand 5 minutes. Whisk smooth. Whisk liqueur and eggs, one at a time, into the chocolate mixture, being careful not to over mix.

Pour the batter into the pan and place the pan in a small roasting pan covered with one inch of warm water. Bake about 45 minutes, until set and slightly dry on the surface. Cool to room temperature in the pan and cover with plastic wrap.

Refrigerate dessert in pan. To unmold, run a knife between the dessert and the pan and pass the bottom of the pan over the heat. Invert to a platter. To finish, whip the cream with the sugar until it holds a soft peak.

Spread the whipped cream on the top of the dessert. Decorate the top with the raspberries.

Lemon Almond Thumbprint Cookies (Passover) Ingredients

2 cups almond meal (blanched) 1 cup granulated sugar (separated into ¾ and ¼ cup) 1 large egg, beaten Finely grated zest of 1 lemon ½ cup apricot or raspberry jam Directions

In large bowl, mix 2 cups almond meal, ¾ cup sugar, egg, and lemon zest till you have a cohesive dough. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, or overnight preferably.

Preheat oven to 350°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place remaining ¼ cup sugar in a small bowl.

If you have a ½” (small) cookie scoop, use this. Otherwise, pinch off pieces of dough about the size of a quarter, roll them first into balls, then into sugar. Gently press the end of a large wooden spoon into the middle of each cookie making a ‘thumbprint’ and fill with about half a teaspoon of jam. Arrange cookies one inch apart on parchment lined baking sheet.

Bake until cookies have just a hint of color but still remain soft, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a rack completely, and store in an airtight container using wax paper in between layers.

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Passover Macaroons

by Geri Shumer Ingredients 1 egg ¾ cup sugar 7 oz. coconut flakes 3 Tbsn. butter, melted 1 ½ cups dark chocolate chips Directions Preheat oven to 350°.

Use a mixer to mix all above ingredients, except chocolate chips, together. Use a teaspoon to drop large spoonfuls onto a well-greased cookie sheet.

Wet your fingers with water and gently shape each spoonful into a dome shape. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes, then lower temperature to 250° and bake another 10 minutes.

While the macaroons are baking, melt the chocolate in a saucepan over a low flame.

When the macaroons are done let them cool 3 minutes and then dip the tops of them into the melted chocolate. Let cool 30 minutes before serving.

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r. Lara Devgan is a board-certified, Yale-educated, Johns Hopkins Medical School-instructed, and Columbia/New York Presbyterian Hospital-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Her special interests are cosmetic surgery of the face and body, and reconstructive surgery for breast cancer, skin cancer, and facial injuries. Dr. Devgan is an attending plastic surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital, Greenwich Hospital, and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Infirmary, where she teaches plastic surgery residents and fellows. She serves as CEO of Dr. Devgan Scientific Beauty and is the chief medical officer of RealSelf, an online aesthetics community where consumers learn about cosmetic treatments and connect with doctors and other clinicians.

A nationally and internationally invited lecturer on surgical topics, Dr. Devgan serves as a medical expert for ABC News, an editorial consultant for The Lancet, and is an advisor on plastic surgical issues for Gerson Lehrman Group, Guidepoint Global, and Medefield. She is fully licensed and credentialed in the practices of medicine and surgery in New York and Connecticut. Dr. Devgan is a

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board-certified plastic surgeon and a diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Devgan has been ranked “#1 Female Cosmetic Surgeon” in New York by RateMDs. She was featured as a “Super Doctors Rising Star” plastic surgeon in The New York Times Magazine, listed in “America’s Top Plastic Surgeons” by Consumers’ Research Council, named the featured face specialist in Haute MD’s “Nation’s Best Plastic Surgeons,” awarded the “Top Plastic Surgeon in New York” designation

by HealthTap, recognized with the “Patients’ Choice Award”

by Vitals.com, granted the “Top Doctor” designation

by RealSelf, and was given the “Excellence in Customer Service Award”

by Talk of the Town. Dr. Devgan is the creator of Dr. Devgan Scientific Beauty, a luxury medical-grade skin care line.

She is also the host of a podcast, Beauty Bosses. She lives with her husband and six children in Manhattan, New York.

What are your thoughts about plastic surgery in a post-COVID world given all of the changes around us in the past several years?

This has been an incredibly reflective time for me, not only with the tremendous impact COVID-19 has had on the world, but also in terms of thinking about my own part in this. What does beauty mean in a postCOVID world? How can we make something that has often been dismissed as frivolous and superficial into something that adds to the quality and fabric of our lives? Ultimately, I think that the answer to those questions is that beauty is about confidence. Pretty skin and long eyelashes are not about how your face looks. They are about how you feel about yourself, and how you radiate that confidence into greater productivity in the world around you.

What are the latest trends in plastic surgery and injectables?

Plastic surgery is becoming a less invasive field with more technological developments and better product innovation. The future of the field will be more beautiful and powerful results delivered less invasively. In terms of greater changes in the zeitgeist, I think we are all feeling more subdued.

This represents a return to naturalness in medical aesthetics. The ‘Maleficent’ cheekbones, ‘duck’ lips, and ‘Jessica Rabbit’ buttocks represent an era prior to coronavirus, and this is not what people want anymore. Seeing our friends and colleagues succumb to this disease and watching our society and economy shut down has made us all a little more serious, a little more restrained, and a little more mature. I predict a more natural approach to plastic surgery, and frankly I am looking forward to this. I think of beauty in the tiny details and excellent outcomes in the millimeters, and a small boost can have a great impact.

What are the most important products from your skincare line for those who are not ready for the world of plastic surgery and injectables?

Innovation is key in skincare, and I’m obsessed with ingredients. If you use medial-grade science-backed in-

gredients, you can experience skin transforming changes that can stave off the need for more invasive interventions. My skincare line, Dr. Lara Devgan Scientific Beauty, is based on the idea of harnessing at-home ingredients for real clinical results. We have introduced a number of hero products, including our Serum Superheroes (our three most powerful serums), mixed molecular weight niacinamide fortified Hyaluronic Serum, Vitamin CBE Ferulic Serum, and Retinol Bakuchiol Serum, along with our cult favorite Platinum Lip Plump and Platinum Long Lash. These each represent exciting ways to introduce new mechanisms of action to existing skin care regimens. The goal is healthy and glowing skin, products that are easy to use, and most importantly, beauty that works. Our tagline is #sciencemeetsbeauty, and that informs all of what I do.

How does it feel to be a woman in a male dominated field?

The vast majority of board certified plastic surgeons are male, although the vast majority of plastic surgery patients are female. There are tremendous obstacles on the road to becoming a surgeon, not the least of which is the demanding training that occurs during your 20s and 30s. But while the road to get here was not easy, as in any merit-based field, you are re-earning your place every day, and surgery is a refreshingly democratic field. You will succeed or fail based on the strength of your technical expertise and your character. I hope that my presence in this field makes the next generation of young people think of surgery as a more accessible field for all demographics.

What does the word power mean to you?

Power means the ability to make good decisions, to have the presence of mind to be able to consciously craft life choices that serve your community, your family, and yourself well. Power is not about force or coercion. It is not about changing someone else’s mind. Rather, it is about controlling your own mind. Power is grace under pressure, calmness amid turmoil, and clarity amid dissonance. This is what I strive for. laradevganmd.com P.O.W.E.R. Magazine | 57

The Power of Three My Triple Negative Breast Cancer Story I s there any real significance to the meaning of numbers? I didn’t really think so until I was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer on March 13, 2013. There are lots of threes in there. On March 3, 2013, Triple Negative Breast Cancer Awareness Day was first officially recognized as a national day. When I was first diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer I thought, “This sounds triple bad!” Like many of us, I had no idea that there were even different types of breast cancer.

I live in Bergen County, New Jersey, the home of the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation. When I told a few close friends that I was diagnosed with TNBC, they referred me to the executive director of the foundation, Hayley Dinerman. Hayley immediately took me under her wing and introduced me to other thrivers, as well as opened my eyes to the importance of community, advocacy, and sharing my journey.

Until I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I didn’t understand the importance of seeing other women diagnosed with this disease who are surviving and thriving - living long, happy, and healthy lives.

TNBC is scary.

It’s known to be an aggressive type of breast cancer that’s challenging

by Melissa Berry

to treat. I needed to see that there are survivors hitting their 10, 15, and 20 year marks. It gave me hope.

Hayley and her team have worked very hard to create a true home for TNBC patients and thrivers, as well as their caregivers. The foundation’s website, tnbcfoundation.org, is overflowing with information, resources, and a welcoming community. There are supportive events both online and off that make everything better for those of us diagnosed with TNBC. My background is in fashion and beauty PR. Throughout my breast cancer journey, I struggled to look and feel my best. I began scouring the internet for beauty tips and tricks to help manage the appearance-related side effects of my experience,

as well as for niche products that would help me with recovery from treatment.

I began to keep track of the best advice and items that I found, then created the CancerFashionista.com blog to share my recommendations with other women facing similar diagnoses. Cancer Fashionista quickly grew in popularity with its readers and followers on social media, and I’m proud to say that I’ve become a trusted voice in the breast cancer community, as well as in the triple negative breast cancer community. This past year I launched my podcast, Dear Cancer, I’m Beautiful, and was recently appointed as board chair of the TNBC Foundation, which is a huge honor for me, to help carry the torch for our mission.

One of my first roles as board chair was to spearhead Triple Negative Breast Cancer Awareness Month this past March. We raised funds for critical medical research and gave a voice to the women who make up our TNBC community. The month included our second annual Power of 3 campaign, where we invited patient advocates to share three things they wish they knew when they were first diagnosed. We empowered women to step forward and share their stories, so that those of us who were diagnosed last week, yesterday, today - will feel a sense of hope that they too can stand up to this disease. We connected with phenomenal organizations like P.O.W.E.R to spread disease awareness and to show women diagnosed with TNBC that they are never alone.

For more information about TNBC and to learn more about our community events and support groups, visit tnbcfoundation.org. tnbcfoundation.org

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aura Barnett has been selling real estate for over 30 years. Laura has past experience in mortgages, titles, investing, and foreclosures and short sales as well. She received her Broker’s License in 1996 and earned a B.S. in Real Estate Finance from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1985. Laura belongs to the N.A.R. and local Chamber of Commerce. She was selected as Realtor of the Year by the Dallas Builders Associates, received the company-wide Customer Service Award from RE/MAX DFW, and is in the top 1% of realtors in Texas. In her spare time she enjoys being with her friends and family.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

Broker Associate Remax DFW Associates

I think in every industry, woman have to do more than is expected of them if they want to stand out. I am willing to do it as long as they will allow me the opportunity. Putting in the hard work, having enthusiasm, and being intelligent has made me a top agent in my industry and someone that my clients have continued to call when they have real estate needs.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment is knowing that not only can I do the job, but that I am not intimidated by new challenges that come my way. It provides me the confidence I have to know I can do it again. I believe with empowerment comes the respon-

Julie Anne Olivari

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ulie Anne Olivari is the owner and majority partner of Northeast Promotion and Apparel, a family business based in Leominster, Massachusetts. With over 12 years’ experience, she is responsible for the overall operations, screen printing and embroidery services, and promotional products. Julie earned an A.S. in Early Childhood Education from Mount Wachusett Community College in 1993. She belongs to SAGE, three local Chambers of Commerce, and the Better Business Bureau. She has been awarded the IPromoteU Elite 100, IPromoteU Million Dollar Club, and is a BBB Excellence in Business Award

Felicia Johnson

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elicia Johnson is the owner of the Smokin BBQ food truck, based in Union City, Georgia. As the owner, she is responsible for the overall operations, menu choices, cooking, customer service, and ensuring that the truck meets all food and safety regulations and guidelines. She provides Southern cuisine and uses a homemade barbecue sauce for their products. Felicia also offers catering services for parties and special events. She is responsible for giving estimates and deliveries. She earned a degree in Medical Assistance, and is a C.N.A. and C.M.T. Felicia enjoys spending time with her grandchildren.

How did you get started in your field/ industry?

WOMEN OF THE

Month

Laura Barnett

sibility to help empower others too.

Helping others to achieve allows for a far grander future for all of us. laurabarnetthomes.com

Owner | Northeast Promotion and Apparel

Recipient. Julie enjoys trying new things, especially wineries and distilleries, travel, music, and being with her family.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

I started as a part time embroidery trimmer 12 years ago for my husband’s business. I then moved to customer service/office manager. Two years ago, circumstances presented me with the option to purchase the majority share.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

The last 18 months have been the most challenging by far. COVID coupled with the supply chain issues have

had a huge impact on our daily business as well as our ability to bid on projects.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

I am honored to have many peers in my industry. It is still difficult at times to make yourself heard. The biggest challenge that I see is to have an equal voice and floor time. It’s a constant issue.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

When thinking of empowerment, I think of strength, becoming confident and conquering fears, undertaking new challenges and conquering them, and pushing forward no matter what. Empowerment keeps me motivated. www.nepacompany.com

Owner | Smokin BBQ I’ve always loved cooking, but at one BBQ, my brother tasted my ribs and chicken.

He said, “Man, this meat’s seasoned to the bones - you need to get you a restaurant.” Everyone loved it.

Then, I got my truck.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

Owning your own business itself is a challenge. There was so much food and business-related information I needed to learn. I had to be certified and licensed.

I was also raising my four children and my two younger sisters.

What do you feel are some of the big-

gest challenges that women face today?

Some challenges may be the choice of starting your own business, family, or both, which consumes a lot of time and focus. This may be hard to balance. Additionally, gender inequality and objectification are major issues we face.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

It means developing and building others up, but the first place its starts is within. You have to be open, allow for something or someone to create and express courage and confidence, and then support them.

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Women

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Michelle L. Ekey Lead Preschool Teacher | Miami Valley Child Development Centers

ichelle L. Ekey has over 22 years’ experience in the educational arena. She has been with the current company for 12 years. Michelle is the lead preschool teacher with Miami Valley Child Development Centers, where she is responsible for creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans, providing basic early childhood education, ensuring a safe and clean learning environment, and teaching the basic core curriculum to preschoolers. Michelle earned two A.A. from Clark State College in Early Childhood Administration and Early Childhood Education, and a B.S. in Early Childhood Education and Teaching from the University of Toledo. She belongs to the N.A.E.Y.C., O.A.E.Y.C., and National Head

Yvonne Ezell

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vonne Ezell is the owner of Unlimited Enterprises Booth Rental, based in San Antonio, Texas. The company rents booths, beer booths, canopies, ticket booths, food booths, stages, beer bars, and convention booths for all types of venues and events, including weddings and musical venues.

Yvonne has over 40 years’ experience and is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, sales, and event set up. She specializes in providing booths for fundraisers, trade shows, and corporate events and helps with staging and providing accessories as needed. Yvonne earned a B.B.A. from the University of the Incarnated Word in 1995. In her spare

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usan R. Loomer has over 40 years’ experience. She is the owner of Investment Concepts Unlimited and serves as a retirement investment advisor who works with a few select clients annually. Through her S.P.E.N.D. Method, she teaches her clients five steps that help individuals and families mathematically construct a lifetime income that lasts their entire non-working years and creates reliable wealth for families across generations. In Susan’s process, the math proves that if you have a guaranteed income for a portion of your retirement assets, you can have a happier, healthier retirement. The math also shows that there is a lower probability of running

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Start Association. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys being with her family, crafts, and making T-shirts.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

I have always wanted to be a teacher as long as I can remember. When I graduated from high school, I read a letter I had written to my future self (from 6th grade) that said I wanted to be a teacher. I was already on the path to being a teacher since I attended Springfield Joint Vocational School in the Early Childhood Education and Care class.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

Early on in my career, teaching had been smooth sailing. I have noticed in the last few years that behavior issues have gotten worse and having the proper resources/training to handle the behaviors/social emotional strain has been difficult. Now that we are teaching in a pandemic it has been difficult as well. Teacher shortages, no substitutes, and learning to teach in a virtual world has been a struggle, not only for teachers but for the children too. www.mvcdc.org

Owner | Unlimited Enterprises Booth Rental time, she enjoys travel, playing golf, cooking, and gardening.

How did you get started in your field/industry?

My sister and brother had the idea. He built it, I designed it, and my mother improved it.

What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles you faced in your career?

It’s a man’s world and some men do not want to talk to a woman about business.

They only want to talk to another man.

What do you feel are some of the big-

gest challenges that women face today?

Women should support each other and not allow the color of our skin to be divisive. Women have dreams too. We are stronger in number and not as individuals. We have ideas but lack someone to push us in the right direction.

Sometimes we need to be recharged with new ideas and showing other people that women can do things.

What does the word empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment is having the knowledge or ability to do something right with grace and elegance which motivates other people to do same. theboothrentalcompany.com

Owner, CEO, Author, Executive Producer Investment Concepts Unlimited out of money if you have a guaranteed income stream and the rest of your retirement assets are in an investment grade portfolio.

Susan’s target is for her clients to be able to retire knowing that their living expenses are covered every month and they are able to travel, spend time with friends and family, start a new business, or turn a hobby into a cash flow. Susan is the executive producer of “The Baby Boomer Dilemma”

documentary and the author of “The Power of Endless Wealth.” She attended college. She is on the board of directors of Life Underwriter’s Association and is a member of Firebirds. She enjoys golf and hiking.

What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges that women face today?

There are many more women now in the financial industry, but men still outrank us in numbers. I believe in hard work and dedication. I know that I am blessed and love what I do. I would imagine the challenge would be for those who are still raising their family and juggling the time allotted for family and work. www.thepowerofendlesswealth.com

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OWNER

Barbara E. Bolukbas

HEALTH DIRECTOR / LPN

CEO, OWNER

Colleen E. Banasz

Dior Me Beauty LLC

Alicia Grande

Grande Cosmetics FOUNDER /CEO

Amanda Madsen Glacier Tek, LLC

FINANCE AND MARKETING OFFICER

Amanda J. Hernandez

Straight Lace LLC BUSINESS OWNER

Angela Armstrong Times Two OWNER

Angela Zaharakis

D.D.S. Mechanical Plumbing & Heating Corp.

CONTROLLER

Hunbar, LLC

Barbara E. Freitas Nathans Famous Systems Inc.

Autumn Leaves of Memorial City

Evoy-Banasz Funeral Home

OWNER, MANAGER

Cortese C. Walker

Barbara J. Williams

BUSINESS OWNER

PRESIDENT, CEO

Bossy Bee

Boss’s Fantastic Cups

CEO Carla P. Mingo RC Cleaning Service LLC CO-OWNER

Carol Marie Sanders SAI Engineering Inc. OWNER

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REALTOR

SENIOR REGIONAL MANAGER / NATIONAL ACCOUNTS

Personal Non Clinical Consulting

First Student

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

PRESIDENT

Asher House Realty/ Asher House Leasing

CO-HOST

Deanna C. Williams

Love Leo Vinyl and Apparel

Dahawei Arnice Lampkins

Blessed Creations Accessories & More OWNER

Danielle Van Brackel

Bellbrook Sugarcreek Schools K-5 STEM INSTRUCTOR

Dawn M. Hicks

Gillys Caribbean Catering CO-OWNER

Debora D. Johnson Hillside

YOUTHCARE PROFESSIONAL

Debra E.J. Thompson University at Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Denise E. Avila

Empowered Women Transportation, Inc. TRANSPORTATION

Denise Marie Walsh

Lynbrook Restorative Therapy and Nursing COMMUNITY LIAISON

Diane M. Gatchell

Diane Gatchell, Senior Supply Chain Professional PURCHASING MANAGER

Donna Miller

Healing Hands are Helping Hands LLC RETAIL

Drucilla L. Richard Jus Wings & More OWNER

Dynestidy Degraffenreid

Jay n Dy’s Playhouse BUSINESS OWNER

Edna H. Lawrence

Good Works Community Church PASTOR, FOUNDER

E M P O W E R E D Elaine M. Hawkes

Gail N. Petersen

Jamila J. Ramzy

OWNER

ASSET MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

BUSINESS OWNER

Beacon Hall LLC

Elesa Thomason

De Toute Beaute

COSMETOLOGIST, OWNER

Emily M. Freund

Dash Mobile Notary CEO / NOTARY PUBLIC

Erica S. Dumas

E~hanced Esthetics & Wellness Inc.

Fortig Inc.

Genessa M. Mesker

GM Virtual Solutions OWNER

Gloria Centanni

Coldwell Banker - East REALTOR

Gloria Knight Gloria Knight

BUSINESS OWNER

AUTHOR

Erin Colton

Goldie Seelmam

News 12 Long Island

Empire Recycling Corp

NEWS ANCHOR / REPORTER

BOOKKEEPER

Etosha S. Spence

Heather Hagan

Etosha Loving Care FOUNDER

Ewa L. Swigon EJ Pierogi OWNER

Faith Sincere

Anchor Real Estate REALTOR

Felicia Johnson Smokin BBQ

BUSINESS OWNER

Felicia L. Grant

Holy Grounds Inc. CEO / FOUNDER

Florence Onafuwa

Flo Chee Cuisine LLC OWNER

Furlonia S. Davis

F&A Disability Specialist OWNER

StarDream Expeditions LLC OWNER

Heather Urbanek Change Makers Resource Center

Jessica L. Garland

RamChance

High Mark Residential ASSISTANT COMMUNITY DIRECTOR

Jane Cardarelli

Jetaun M. Brailsford

William Raveis

Field Insurance Agency

REALTOR

PERSONAL LINES AGENT, CLIENT SERVICES

Janet A. DeMaria Skadoosie

Joyce Woodell

OWNER

NCB Management Services, Inc.

Janice Cavaretta

MANAGER OF HR

Cavnology OWNER

Javonna P. Dingle

Judith Ortiz Judith Ortiz

Sunshine Early Learning Center Academy CEO

Jeanne E. Dempsey Leaning Into You AUTHOR

Jennifer Mariano Bellia

SALES CONSULTANT

Jenny Lens

ENTREPRENEUR

Judy Dube

Emblem Health MANAGER OF CARE MANAGEMENT

Julie Ann Brown

Signature Paradise Realty REALTOR

Kari Peoples

Home Instead

Dreaming Big Rocks + Punk Pioneers

Northern Hills Elementary School

EDUCATOR

PARAEDUCATOR

Honey N. Calhoun

Jessica Ashley

Kathryn R. Marrero

Heidi Chmielorz HOME HEALTH AIDE

Divine Intervention, LLC OWNER

Inaya Fells

Delashae Paradise Travels TRAVEL AGENT / OWNER

Jackie A. Cozzubbo

SilksNmore Floral Design FLORAL DESIGNER

Jessica Ashley & Co.

PHOTOGRAPHER, VIDEOGRAPHER, BUSINESS BRANDING & MARKETING SPECIALIST, REAL ESTATE AGENT

Jessica Belt

West Virginia University Health System ASSISTANT V.P. BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE AND PSYCHIATRY

Advanced Tree & Landscape Services OWNER

Katie L. Constant

Daviess County Nursing & Rehab DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES

Kayleen Rockensies Vixen Workout With Kayleen

VXN CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR

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Kimberly Smith

Kim’s Passion For Life

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

RECRUITMENT DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Linda M. Dickerson

Marilyn Morgan

GENERAL MANAGER

Kimberly A. Miles Wyman Gordon

Krista Bennett

PARALEGAL

Mary Ann Costantini

San Diego County Water Authority

WRITER

Krystina M. Maniu

FINANCE DIRECTOR, TREASURER

CA Mentor THERAPIST

Lori O’Leary

O’Leary Counseling LLC

ENTREPRENEUR

OWNER / PRESIDENT / CEO / SUPERVISOR

Laura Barnett

Lori D. Graham

Remax DFW Associates BROKER ASSOCIATE

Laura Ramos Keep It Cut STYLIST

Laura N. Mondragon Solid Accounting & Tax Services, LLC

SENIOR PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT

Lauren S. Nagel Solmetex COO

LaVette Cherie

Rhythm Renaissance OWNER

CoxHealth

DIRECTOR OF TELEHEALTH / SALES EXECUTIVE

Lowantha Calloway Central City Integrated Health

COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER

Margarita M. Vega L Vega Esthetics

OWNER AND ESTHETICIAN

Maria M. Ortiz

Maria M. Ortiz, M.A., I.T.D.S., IMH-E® ITDS ED COODINATOR

Mariam J. Massaro

Wiseways Herbals/ Singing Bridge Lodge OWNER

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Psychological Consultation Inc. PROFESSIONAL CASE MANAGER

Lisa Marie Harris

LI Beauty Scene

I.U.O.E. Local 15

Lisa Keyser Erickson Kernell IP, LLC

DIVISION DIRECTOR, PAYROLL

Jones Links

Marie B. Sullivan

Caliber Collission

LIFE COACH

Kwashedda E. Jones

Lesha Taylor

Mustang Valley Elementary

Rabashe’ Skincare

Hidden in Life LIFE COACH

Mary L. Williams-Ervin John A. Ferguson High School TEACHER

MaryAnn Tanedo Freelancer

ENTERTAINMENT

MaryBeth Yannessa

Animal House Project PROJECT ENGINEER

Megan Fuchs

Marsh & McLennan Agency

BI CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER

Melissa A. McIntire Blue Grey Plastic Fabrication LLC BUSINESS OWNER

Michele M. LeBlanc American Platinum CONSULTANT

Michelle Benjamin Michelle’s Little Angels LLC OWNER / DIRECTOR

Michelle Nario-Redmond Hiram College

PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY AND BIOMEDICAL HUMANITIES

Michelle L. Gines

Purpose Publishing CEO

Michelle R. Neighbors Dollar General

DISTRICT MANAGER

Molly Ryan McBride

Skin Health Pacific NW BUSINESS OWNER

Monalisa Jena

JPMorgan Chase & Co. VICE PRESIDENT

Monique N. Martinez-Quiros Dr. Monique OWNER

Nataly Villa EyeamArt OWNER

Nicole Chaplin Nixolition™

MASTER PERSONAL TRAINER, POSITIVE LIFESTYLE PROMOTER, AUTHOR

Nijila W. Brown

Niko International Brokerage LLC CEO

Olga Turner

Northside Hospital

CRITICAL CARE EDUCATOR

E M P O W E R E D Pallavi Cherukupally

Dr. Pallavi Cherukupally OWNER

Roxanne O. Lewis

Berkshire Hathaway Florida Realty

Perlita P. Ocampo

BROKER ASSOCIATE/AUTHOR/ ARTIST

BROKER, SALESPERSON

Sabrina D. Brantley

EXP Realty

Quannette Wilder QW

ANALYSIS, NUTRITION COACH AND FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Rebecca Lynn Cardon

Rebecca Lynn Cardon

PERSONAL TRAINER / AUTHOR

Robin D. Mallory East Orange School District

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHDR

Robyn Leigh Lettera

R.L.L. Investigations, LLC OWNER / PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR

Rosalie O. Epstein Rosalie Epstein MSW, LCSW

OWNER / DIRECTOR

Rosalind M. Rogers Ladies with Class at Fighting Domestic Violence

SB Tax Services, LLC BUSINESS OWNER

Sara E. Collins

Alexander & Collins MANAGING DIRECTOR

Sarah Whitely

Deployed Services MANAGER OF TALENT ACQUISITION

Sarah L. Smith

Taxes for Less LLC

Silvia A. Nievas

LICENSED REALTOR

Stephanie Booker AHARI-A Home is a Right Inc.

Tamesha S. Ingram

Stephanie Diggins

Tami Racaniello

Confident Kids

OWNER

OWNER

Integrity Accounting & Tax Solutions LLC OFFICE MANAGER, OWNER

Thryv

Anchor Real Estate REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

Terry M. Anderson

Stephanie A. Chandler

Gulf Coast Quality Management Systems

Stephanie Chandler Group

PRESIDENT

REALTOR / GROUP OWNER

Shanessa Fenner

Stephanie A. Kuhlman

PRINCIPAL

Sharon L. Folk

Andrew Johnson Golf Club, Inc. PRESIDENT, CEO

Shelly N. Cheavens Marsh McLennan Agency LLC

SALES & LEASING AGENT

CHOREOGRAPHER, DIRECTOR, ENTREPRENEUR, FM RADIO PERSONALITY

Stephanie L. Warner

Tiffany Chohfi

Steph’s Shots

OWNER, PHOTOGRAPHER

Susan Swindeman

Wee Care Therapy CEO

Sheri N. Simmons

ENTREPRENEUR, AUTHOR

Collin College PROFESSOR

CEO

Roseanne Castro

Shirley Noriega

OWNER, ENTREPRENEUR, STITCHER

REALTOR

EXP Realty

Tiffany Castillo

Trademark Talent NY

NAI Harmon Group Senior Development,

Rosalinda M. Valenzuela

From Pain to Purpose Inc.

PRESIDENT

BUSINESS ADVISOR

BUSINESS OWNER

W.T. Brown Elementary School

It’s Time to Get Fit, Inc

Tanya L. Hale

Stephanie Seedat

Susan Torres

Your Life in Stitches

Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA-Carlisle

REALTOR

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

CEO

Susie Singer

Coldwell Banker

Your Persona LLC

Susan R. Loomer

Investment Concepts Unlimited CEO / AUTHOR / EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence PROJECT DIRECTOR / BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTEGRATION SPECIALIST

Topeka Pasley-Caldwell ATIP Enterprise

REAL ESTATE AGENT

Trisha Hassler

Fast-track Computer Products

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK

Windi Moseley Barnes Pondera Financial Group

RETIREMENT SPECIALIST

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