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Pearls & Pumps

This month we are celebrating Women in Business with our “Pearls & Pumps” theme.

PROFILES BY ROCKO JEROME • PHOTOS BY DICK ARNSPIGER

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Patricia “Tish” Morris, Esq. Candidate for Circuit Court Judge Attorney at Winton & Hiestand Law Group, PLLC

502-882-3133 • TMM@LouisvilleLawO ce.com

“After undergrad school at U of L, I went into sales and even worked as a flight attendant as I saved money to put toward attending law school,” says Patricia “Tish” Morris, a lifelong Louisville native and Sacred Heart graduate who has served as a lawyer and worked in litigation for over two decades. In that time, she’s built the experience, knowledge, and wisdom to best use the responsibility and trust that will be invested in her as a Circuit Court Judge. “We are molded to be the people we are, but a Judge must come in with an open mindset and adhere to the law.”

Tish is ready to begin making solid rulings from the bench just as soon as she is sworn in. “I don’t take lightly the effect that I will have on people’s lives,” she says. “I grew up in the legal system. I understand it, I’m comfortable with it, and the courtroom is already like a second home.”

Tish has practiced in the areas of civil litigation, criminal defense, family, wills and estates, and business law. She has a strong desire for fairness and equality despite anyone’s race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic position, or gender. “I believe in the Oath of Impartiality,” she says. “I will abide by the laws outlined by the esteemed lawmakers and add in the element of kindness, fairness, and hope to all of those who might come before me.”

A well-regarded figure of integrity and empathy, Judge Geoffrey Morris, Tish’s father, was a revered and stalwart icon of the Justice System here in Louisville for many years. Today, Tish seeks to carry on her father’s legacy. “My father built his reputation on the idea that everyone should have access to the courtroom; that it should be available and accessible to all,” she says. “I want to make a similar impression and create an open door policy. When I’m elected to serve, I believe my absolute obligation will be to work in service to the community and make the legal system less intimidating.”

PAID FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT PATRICIA MORRIS

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Veronica Stivers

Big Day Events LLC

veronica@bigday-events.com bigday-events.com

“After over twenty years of working in all areas of hospitality, I stopped treating event planning as a ‘side hustle’ and made it my full-time job,” says Veronica Stivers. After stints as the Event Manager for Rabbit Hole Distilling and 21c Museum Hotel, Veronica launched her own business in 2018. Dedicated to finding new and inventive ways to host events of every kind, she created Big Day Events LLC as an outlet for her natural aptitude for planning important happenings. She’s managed corporate events all over the country and abroad for a variety of tech companies, as well as charity events and galas. Local clients include Kentucky Opera and Coalition for the Homeless. Veronica specializes in making concepts into reality by applying a strong sense of dedication and professional experience. With a drive to do creative work as her primary motivation, her ability to manage many types of events is unique.

Big Day Events specializes in planning many event types: corporate events, non-profit/charity events, social events, weddings, and more. Veronica utilizes her resources to bring all elements of event planning under one umbrella. She accomplishes big things while maintaining white-glove services for clients. How does she approach planning an event? “Understanding the client’s goals is first and foremost. I am passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for attendees, but using strategy to achieve the big picture goals is the challenge I enjoy most.”

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Molley Ricketts Head Honcho, Incipio Workforce Solutions

IncipioWorks.com • Molley@IncipioWorks.com

At Incipio Workforce Solutions, Molley Ricketts leads a team of partners who believe in a holistic approach to workforce alignment, applicant recruiting, employer branding, and HR services. “You have your own passion and gifts; all you need is the confidence in yourself to go do your thing,” she says. “To truly succeed, you have to be surrounded by people who encourage you and have strengths in the skills that you may lack. That’s what we do for our clients, and that’s how we fix hiring and retention related problems instead of just putting bandaids on them.”

Incipio is all about creating a work culture that encourages everyone within it to feel fulfilled and thrive based on the simple idea that individual people do their best work when they feel recognized and appreciated. Not just another consultant, Molley has dedicated herself to an iconoclastic approach that gets real results. “When you are held back by age-old processes, bogged down by outdated policies, and encumbered by office politics, nothing gets done,” Molley says. “We’re here to help you break through the barriers and discover a fresh, unbiased perspective. If you find yourself saying, ‘well, that’s how we’ve always done it,” it’s probably time to change something. To be honest, we say no more than we say yes. You have to be ready to make a change for us to work well for you; otherwise, it’s a waste of money and time. We love what we do, and if you’re ready to make big changes in your hiring process, employer branding, or retention of top talent, we’re ready to get started.”

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Diana Quesada

SVP and Market Executive, Paducah Bank, Louisville Office

502-690-8971 • dquesada@paducahbank.com paducahbank.com

Working in a primarily male-dominated industry, Diana Quesada has learned how to set herself apart. “Women must be creative, fundamentally sound in their craft and elevate themselves to think strategically to win opportunities,” she says. Working with companies of all sizes and different industries, she’s built an extensive network and can connect clients to someone who can solve any problem. A true problem solver and connector, she believes in listening to customers and their concerns, creating the advantage to uncover issues and learn the needs of those she serves.

Her words of advice: “Find a mentor, be a mentor,” she says. “Mentorships are important. Both partners benefit, professionally and personally, from a mentoring relationship, and the rewards are profound. These relationships motivate, encourage, expand viewpoints, and inspire new approaches to situations. Mentoring gave me confidence to know I add value and helped me advance in my career.”

“Make a difference and volunteer,” she adds. “Community service is an important part of my life. I believe it is our responsibility to serve those in need and help make our community a better place for all of us. Volunteering grounds me, broadens my perspective, and has given me lifelong friendships.”

Diana is originally from Texas, but Louisville has been her home for over 27 years. When she’s not spending time with her grandchildren, she loves traveling to wine regions and recently enjoyed a trip to the Chianti region of Italy.

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Emily Chandler founder, Leave it to E

502-487-0918 • LeaveitToE.com

“We give back life’s most precious commodity - your time,” says Emily Chandler, founder of Leave It To E, a luxury concierge and lifestyle management company based in Louisville. She and her team are dedicated to supporting your busy life with an extra set of hands so you can focus on the truly important things. For personal or professional needs, the pros at Leave it to E handle everything from your laundry to your administrative needs to managing your next big project, event, or even your wedding! In other words, just Leave It To E!

“Imagine one phone call first thing in the morning to unload everything you need to get done for the week,” Emily says. “Building in a routine of outsourcing the things you don’t enjoy doing or have time for is quite a lifestyle perk. We use the word luxury, but it can become a necessity for our clients.”

Leave it to E was born from a long-time relationship between Emily Chandler and well-known entrepreneurs and business leaders Carroll and Jennifer Mackin, both busy professionals juggling businesses with lots of responsibilities and very active lifestyles. Emily and the Mackins have seen how busy families, individuals recovering from an illness, and others in this region value this support, and they are honored to meet the need. Leave It To E can assist you in making life not only more manageable but more enjoyable.

Both Emily and the Mackins have witnessed firsthand how busy families, on-the-go business professionals, and those recovering from illnesses need more time to manage their overwhelming to-do list, and Leave It To E is excited to meet the need! Throw out the mentality of “there are never enough hours in the day” and instead, Leave It To E!

WOMEN IN BUSINESS Power + Pumps

Tiffany Davidson Chief Operating Officer, Homepage Realty

501-813-7787

ti any.davidson@homepagerealtyky.com

“I believe in leading from the side, not in front of or behind. We are a team that leads together,” says Tiffany Davidson, called the “Mommy” at Homepage Realty. She manages operations and implements policies and procedures so that everyone on the team can be their best. Her number one objective is to improve operations behind the scenes so that Realtors can focus on taking care of their clients’ every need. She started as a Bookkeeper in 2016 and, over the next few years, became the CFO before her current role as COO. She found another passion in maximizing the strengths of each Realtor, allowing them to focus on relationships with their clients by minimizing the administrative tasks. Her exemplary dedication to ensuring the success of Homepage Realty and their Realtors has made her a true gem.

“Our Realtors are our clients, and we strive to serve them well,” Tiffany says. “At Homepage, we focus on each other personally as well as professionally, empowering each other to do great things. We’re all about cultivating a healthy culture at our workplace. Focusing on your people, integrity, communication, and leading with kindness... that’s how great things happen!”

WOMEN IN BUSINESS Power + Pumps Ashley Sayler Owner, Cask Southern Kitchen & Bar

ashley.sayler@cask-louisville.com

Susan Sarandon. Paula Deen. Lisa Vanderpump. Ashley Sayler. The common denominator? All successful woman restaurant owners, all powerhouses in the world of business, and all mothers.

Each of these women is beating the odds in the male-dominated restaurant industry by operating successful businesses while staying involved in their family’s lives. Maybe none as much as local Louisville business owner Ashley Sayler of Cask Southern Kitchen and Bar.

Sayler opened Cask in the heart of the pandemic when all odds were against her succeeding. However, Cask wasn’t Sayler’s first business endeavor. She opened her first concept in November 2019. When the pandemic hit, she had to pivot quickly to stay afloat. Within a month and a half, Sayler bought out her business partner, redesigned the interior, built a patio, rebranded her entire restaurant to meet market needs, had her son in the mix, and opened as Cask in July 2020.

The idea was to create a place for people of all ages to “come as you are”. Whether it be a family night, date night, ladies’ night, you name it – Cask was designed for everyone to be able to walk through the doors and enjoy from-scratch southern cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere with outstanding hospitality. Not to mention, they offer delicious handcrafted cocktails with over 70 bourbons to choose from; hence, the Cask name.

Since opening the doors to Cask, Sayler has added to her own tribe – she recently had twins girls eight months ago – that’s right, three kiddos under 2. She has managed to quadruple sales, start a family, and give back to the community since rebranding. Cask often hosts events benefiting local organizations- just another reason Sayler is a treasure to the Louisville community.

Cathi Bingaman Owner & CEO, InSync with You

502-802-9335

Cathi.B@InSyncWithYou.com InSyncWithYou.com Instagram: @iswyconcierge

“Helping people live their best lives is my passion,” says Cathi Bingaman, Owner & CEO of InSync with You. She and her team are in the business of personalized concierge services - dedicated to taking on all the jobs, errands, and projects that add up to big distractions. “People come to us when they feel stretched thin and overwhelmed trying to manage all of life’s demands.”

InSync with You is committed to serving clients with personal and high-touch solutions to give you the support you need to take back your time when and where it’s needed most, allowing you to build a life you love.

Starting with the basics - like daily household and family support - InSync with You discovers ways to help manage your daily routine, filling gaps wherever needed. They are experienced in helping with everything from home maintenance projects, move management to planning of small events and gatherings.

Clients initially come to InSync with You seeking support and solutions, and they ultimately become lifelong clients once they discover that they can trust Cathi and her team of concierges and vetted partners to handle their tasks and projects the same way they would handle them themselves, even going above and beyond their expectations.

“As parents and busy professionals, InSync with You is invaluable to the functioning of our household. We first engaged services to help conquer a growing list of home organization and maintenance projects before our second child arrived. We were immediately impressed with Cathi and her team’s professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail. Anything we don’t have the time or know-how to do, we call Cathi!”

-Katherine Ye, MD/MBA and Irving Ye, MD/MBA National Anesthesia Group

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Morgan Hancock SIX DEGREES REAL ESTATE

Commercial • residential • investments

502-544-7765 • Morgan@SixDegreesRE.com Instagram & Facebook: @MorganBrookeHancock View our newest developments at www.OldSligoFarmEstates.com

She’s a real estate agent, business owner, US ARMY veteran, mother-of-two, spokesperson, and multimillion-dollar sales producer – all while wearing high heels! Morgan truly epitomizes “Power in Pumps.” Her diverse B2B sales background has led her to amass an extensive network of valuable professional connections. These connections, combined with her expertise in marketing and advertising, give her a profound competitive edge in real estate.

Morgan works with commercial, investment, and new construction residential properties, as well as transactions involving the sale of a business.

In less than one year of obtaining her real estate license, she has already closed on multiple lucrative commercial real estate transactions - and is the exclusive co-listing agent for two brand new luxury residential developments spanning more than 300 acres in Oldham and Henry Counties.

A naturally creative person and born problem solver, Morgan’s ambition, charisma, sense of humor, and love of taking on challenges set her apart.

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Shannon Cales

Founder and CEO of NuLease Medical Solutions

Nulease.com • ShannonC@NuLease.com

In 2016, Shannon Cales started NuLease Medical Solutions, a premier customized program for those suffering from Substance Use Disorder. Sadly, Shannon lost her sister to this disease in 2003. “It was critical to me to build a unique program which reduces barriers for individuals and their families seeking help,” she says. “The staff here provide a loving family environment which holds both the patients and providers accountable.”

NuLease has recently been given the Better Business Bureau’s highest honor, the 2022 Torch Awards for Ethics, and they have seen over 5,000 patients to date. A strong percentage of those patients still obtain counseling and other services at NuLease. This amount of longitudinal data has given them the opportunity to partner with the University of Louisville to research and publish critical findings which have made their program successful. They are currently working on numerous groundbreaking studies that will drive policy based on evidencebased treatment protocols.

“There are a lot of bad players in the business of ‘drug treatment’ programs,” Shannon says. “Many will only take cash for visits and do not provide wrap-around services that treat the underlying conditions associated with the chronic abuse.” Substance Use Disorder must be viewed the same as any other long-term disease such as diabetes or cardiac anomalies. Medication and strict adherence to a program are lifelong journeys, and relapse is part of recovery.” At Nulease, all Medicaid, Medicare, and most commercial insurances are accepted. They provide clothing, counseling, psychiatric care, group therapy, family therapy, and primary care. NuLease also assists patients in becoming employed, regaining custody of their children, and sustaining long-term success. Most recently, they launched a mobile medical unit that serves the homeless population where they are. Currently, NuLease has two locations with plans to expand that footprint in the near future.

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