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Meet Laura Jasen of Sage & Sunshine Therapy!
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Meet Laura Jasen of Sage & Sunshine Therapy!

We’re back with a feature on Laura Jasen of Sage & Sunshine Therapy. Laura is so down-to-Earth & relatable that she can put anyone at ease. Which is great because, you know, she’s a mental health professional! It’s always an absolute pleasure to meet someone who’s not only passionate about what they do, but who’s also really good at it and is striving to make the world a better place.

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Meet Joy Hmielewski of Joyelan Photography!
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Meet Joy Hmielewski of Joyelan Photography!

I’m excited to sprinkle some magic into your day with a Boss Babe Feature. Meet Joy Hmielewski of Joyelan Photography! She’s a destination photographer who recently moved to Tampa Bay from Atlanta. She’s always game for an adventure— especially if it means having the sun on her face and visiting a place she’s never been. Joy is a humanitarian who’s passionate about celebrating special moments & about being completely herself. You should get to know her right now, girl!

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Meet Annie Cox of Ann Cox Design!
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Meet Annie Cox of Ann Cox Design!

We have an awesome Boss Babe Feature with Interior Designer, Ann “Annie” Cox of Tampa-based design firm, Ann Cox Design. Annie is always laughing & she’s not afraid to completely be herself. She has a lot of honesty to share about what it's truly like running your own business and you can really see how her past & present have come full circle. Enjoy her words!

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Meet Christal Kotchman-Giardina of CKG & Associates!
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Meet Christal Kotchman-Giardina of CKG & Associates!

I’m really looking forward to introducing you to Christal Kotchman-Giardina of CKG & Associates and Toast On The Town. I met Christal in November of 2017 at her Toast On The Town Fall Harvest Dinner. Her events are beautifully put together and full of heart. Christal is so thoughtful & down to Earth and I know you’ll be encouraged by her stories, big goals, & her heart.

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Meet Crystina Castiglione of The Messy Painter!
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Meet Crystina Castiglione of The Messy Painter!

I’m so excited to introduce you to Crystina Castiglione of The Messy Painter. Crystina’s work is inspired by everything coastal and colorful, so it’s perfect that she grew up in Florida & lives in Sunny St. Pete, a city of endless color and ocean vibes. Painting is messy and so is life. Creativity isn’t a straight line and neither is success. There’s so much to learn from Crystina and her story & you’ll be totally charmed by her openness.

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Meet Salma Benkabbou of The Benkabbou Law Firm!
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Meet Salma Benkabbou of The Benkabbou Law Firm!

I’m so pumped to introduce you to Salma Benkabbou of The Benkabbou Law Firm, PLLC. Salma is a business lawyer based in Tampa, FL. She’s incredibly kind-hearted, wicked brilliant, & is always focused on helping others the best way she can. Salma was born in Fes, Morocco and lived there with her mom, dad, & brother until she was 10. She’s been running her own biz since 2014 & she wouldn’t have it any other way. Get to know Salma in her Boss Babe Feature & enjoy her words.

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Meet Jaime Martin of Cultured Threads
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Meet Jaime Martin of Cultured Threads

Jaime’s boutique originally opened in her home and has grown into a retail space, but what’s remained the same is her commitment to her customers. As “the honest girlfriend”, she’ll never let a woman leave her shop unless she truly looks her best. Jaime has also used customer feedback to her advantage and broadened the styles of clothing she offers so she can accommodate everything from flowy, bohemian vibes to fitted, chic looks. I hope you enjoy her warm spirit, words of wisdom, & honesty about raising a family, running a business, & trying to stay human.

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Meet Brooke Eversoll of Bee Studios!
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Meet Brooke Eversoll of Bee Studios!

I’m so excited to bring you words & stories from Brooke Eversoll of Bee Studios, Inc. Brooke is a Master Kitchen and Bath Designer with the National Kitchen and Bath Association. She lives in a bungalow in St. Pete with her husband and sweet chocolate lab & she just recently celebrated 3 years as a small business owner. Her decision to start her own business was something she felt she absolutely had to do & I admire how she listened to that voice so much.

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