Women Leading Columbus
by“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style” MAYA ANGELO We think you should know the following seven women leaders. They come…
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Revive, Rejuvenate, Relax, Restore – Self-care is important now, more than ever
byThere is a growing desire for new and innovative beauty treatments, to rejuvenate youth, pursue wellness, and sustain a healthy lifestyle. Many people are seeking ways to alleviate signs of aging, pain, tension, stress, discomfort, and anxiety in a more…
Woman of Initiative
byLynn Rosenthal, President of The Center for Family Safety and Healing (TCFSH), was taught at a young age to be a voice. “Growing up, I learned that it was important to stand up for what you believe in.” Lynn’s mother…
Homeport
byKenlawn Place will bring 45 affordable apartments to the North Linden neighborhood along with 5 affordable single family homes. Our story Homeport is very proud to be a thriving nonprofit real estate development company in the people business. It…
Simplified Living Architecture
byHow did your company get started? I have been working in the field of residential architecture in Central Ohio for more than 20 years. Simplified Living Architecture started in 2008 when I was pregnant with the first of my two…
Top Law Firm Spotlight
byDealing with the law is often complicated, and many situations require the expertise of an attorney. It is often said that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” and that definitely applies in legal situations. Hiring a…
Betsy Bankhurst – Leading The Way to Growth
byGrowing up in the business, it seems only natural that Betsy Bankhurst has worked her way up to becoming President of The Basement Doctor. Her dad, Ron Greenbaum, joined the company as a partner in 1992. The business at the…
Banking Leaders
by“Women belong in all places where decisions are being made.” – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Women leaders in business are more common today and much more common in our community. When we were introduced to the women sharing their journeys in…
Your Road to Financial Wellness
byAre you saving enough money? What does your financial plan look like for retirement? Is college tuition creating stress? Can you get by comfortably with a sudden job loss? These are all questions that may weigh on you heavily, especially…
Live the Lifestyle Distinctive Homes
byHome is where the heart is and these featured homes will tug at your heart strings. We are excited to showcase some of the most beautiful and distinctive homes, cabins, and vacation getaways in Central Ohio. These top-notch realtors can…
Women in Science
byDeena J. Chisolm, PhD Empowering Today’s Youth to Understand and Manage Their Health To take on a system, help communities, and educate children on health literacy are some overwhelming tasks that one local woman has made her mission. Born and…
Live the Lifestyle – Distinctive Homes
byHome is where the heart is and these featured homes will tug at your heart strings. We are excited to showcase some of the most beautiful and distinctive homes, cabins, and vacation getaways in Central Ohio. These top-notch realtors can…
Spring is the perfect time for home improvements
bySpring is the perfect time for home improvements. The winter months can be harsh on your home. It’s time for remodeling, basement updates, exterior maintenance, routine HVAC, and plumbing checkups in preparation for the hot months ahead. But with so…
Elizabeth Seely – Grateful Leader – A Journey in Selfless Commitment
byWhen Elizabeth Seely spent her summer days living in a tent, she had no way of knowing that the experience would later be the guide that mapped her professional journey. Growing up, Elizabeth and her family did quite a bit…
Jeny Thomson – Crystal Top Jewelry
byAs a trained hair stylist, it was only natural that Jeny Thomson would find another creative outlet in fashioning hair accessories. At the young age of 19, she found a side gig in her company called Nature’s Accessories. Living in…
Going the extra mile – Advantage Media & Digital celebrates 20 years
byIt was Y2K. A big year when the world was heading into a whole new century. Bill Clinton was president, NASA launched the 100th Space Shuttle mission, and U.S. retail giant, Montgomery Ward, announced it was going out of business…
Dental Spotlight
byWe all know that it’s very important to keep a good oral hygiene routine and take care of our teeth and gums every day. By the age of 50, many Americans have lost teeth due to injury, smoking, gum disease…
Urban Meyer’s Pint House is the Newest Addition to Dublin’s Bridge Park
byThere’s a new hot spot in town. It’s a place where beer lovers, foodies, OSU football diehards, sports enthusiasts and Urban Meyer fans come together. It’s called Urban Meyer’s Pint House, and it opened in Dublin’s Bridge Park on September…
Women of INITIATIVE
byBev Soult, President & CEO Cancer Support Community www.cancersupportohio.org Leading for the Greater Good The only way Bev Soult, president and CEO of Cancer Support Community Central Ohio, knew how to do things growing up was with perseverance and determination,…
Melissa Ingwersen – Forging Her Path and Leading the Way
byWhen Melissa Ingwersen’s grandfather asked her if she had ever thought about a career in the banking industry, she didn’t hesitate to answer with an emphatic, “No!” Born and raised in Bexley, Ohio, Ingwersen was ready to explore the world…
Shop Local Spotlights
byWhy should we shop at independent, locally owned businesses? Studies show that when you shop at locally owned businesses, those businesses purchase from other local businesses — further strengthening the economic base of the whole community. More money stays in…
Homeport Business Spotlight
byPRESIDENT: Bruce Luecke, President & CEO OUR STORY: Homeport is very proud to be a thriving nonprofit real estate development company in the people business. It was created in 1987 in tandem with the Community Shelter Board when city…
The Passion to Unite and Live Active
byWhat better way could there be to experiment with fitness and wellness than by starting with oneself? That is exactly what Sami Bossert thought when she decided to take on a personal training side gig during nursing school at The…
Achea Redd – Fearless. Authentic. Rescuer. Trailblazer. on Mental Health
byReal Girls F.A.R.T. This powerful statement represents a movement for women to break the molds assigned by society so they can become — Fearless. Authentic. Rescuer. Trailblazer. Embracing these characteristics was not always easy for Achea Redd. As she was…
How Your Oral Health Affects Your Body’s Wellness
byCardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity — these are all major health issues that are tearing at the fabric of the health of our country. The most prevalent disease in the world — periodontal disease — has a proven association with these…
Spa, Medical Spa & Aesthetic Spa
byIn this fast-paced world, self-care is important. There is a growing desire to rejuvenate youth, pursue wellness and sustain a healthy lifestyle. As a large percentage of the population grows older, many people are beginning to look for ways to…
Women Designing the Columbus Landscape
byThe city of Columbus’ landscape has certainly changed in recent years, as have the neighborhoods that surround it. What you may not know is who is responsible for a number of these landscape designs and who helped bring these magnificent…
Accountant Spotlight
byAccountants are important for much more than just bookkeeping and tax preparation. In fact, an accountant with a professional designation has expertise in finance, taxation, technology, and business management. Hiring an accountant can help avoid many headaches. It can be very…
Marijuana Brings Bid Business & Alternative Medicine to Ohio
byWelcome to Ohio! In January 2019, the Ohio medical marijuana program launched with three dispensaries. The dispensaries were opened in Wintersville, Canton, and Sandusky. As of May 2019, there are 15 dispensaries across the state with more on the horizon….
YWCA Women of Achievement
byPhotography courtesy of Comfort Photography The mission of the YWCA is simple, yet powerful — eliminate racism and empower women. YWCA Columbus seeks to create solutions and move into a future where all people thrive. YWCA Columbus is dedicated…
Attorney Spotlight
byDealing with the law is often complicated, and many situations require the expertise of an attorney. It is often said that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” and that definitely applies in legal situations. Hiring an…
Tina Husted – Setting an Open Table
byAn accomplished elite masters marathon runner. An artist. A licensed real estate broker. A trained physical therapist. A dedicated and loving mother. A silver Life Master in bridge who played against Bill Gates (yes, THAT Bill Gates). A church mission leader. The second lady of Ohio as the wife of Lt. Governor Jon Husted. You may…
Stoner Periodontic & Implant Specialists
byMaria C. Ferriol, DMD, Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology Stoner Periodontic & Implant Specialists OUR STORY: Stoner Periodontic and Implant Specialists thrives on keeping up with progressive and contemporary techniques in an effort to provide patients with the…
Women of INITIATIVE
by“Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies.” – Mother Theresa Women empower other women. There is a sisterhood, a circle of love,…
Tastings – A Wine Experience
byOur Story: Enjoying a glass of wine in the Short North may not be new to you, but your experience at Tastings – A Wine Experience will be. Opened in May of 2017, Tastings offers guests an opportunity to have…
Dental Spotlight
byohio denWe all know that it’s very important to keep a good oral hygiene routine and take care of our teeth and gums every day. By the age of 50, many Americans have lost teeth due to injury, smoking, gum…
Colleen Marshall – Anchor, Attorney, Amazing Woman
by“I’ve signed another contract,” says Colleen Marshall, sounding a bit amazed herself. “They’re keeping me on the air for four more years. I’ll be 65; that’s pretty unusual in this business.” But Colleen Marshall isn’t your average anchor. For 34…
Going Boho in UA
byFrom sporty sophisticated to party perfect, our taste in jewelry defines us as much as our wardrobes. Whether simple or bold, jewelry lets us flaunt our creative selves or showcase special pieces inherited from our loved ones. Honey Rose &…
All American Quarter Horse Congress
byPageantry, showmanship, education, competition and celebration are brought together in a month-long, one-of-a-kind, single breed horse show right here in Columbus, Ohio. You haven’t been to a horse show until you have experienced the All American Quarter Horse Congress. This…
Plastic Surgeon Spotlight
byPlastic surgery and cosmetic procedures have become more common than ever. A report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons found Americans spent more than $16 billion on cosmetic plastic surgeries and minimally invasive procedures in 2016, the most the U.S….
Beyond Outer Beauty
byThroughout a long career in the beauty industry, Debra Penzone couldn’t help but reflect on what beauty really means — and where it really comes from. Now, she’s on a mission to help others connect with themselves on a deeper…
Lotsa Brave People
bySometimes something as simple as enjoying an ice cream cone can changes the course of a family’s life, and it can inspire people to do big things. In 2010, Cary Hanosek’s youngest daughter Madison was enjoying some ice cream with…
Fabtique
byWhat year was your company established? Fabtique was opened in 2016. How did you get started? The idea to open Fabtique came from an experience I had at a boutique in Cleveland. The customer service was amazing, the clothes were…
Stile Salon & Spa
byWhat year was your company established? It’s been a tremendous journey for me in the salon business. As a woman entrepreneur getting started, it wasn’t easy. My first shop was in 1983. I co-owned ‘My Nails’ in Bexley. I always…
Godfrys Men’s and Women’s Clothier
byWhat year was your company established? Godfrys Men’s and Women’s Clothier was opened in 1981. How did you get started? Heinz was an army brat living in places like Panama, Germany and Texas before he finally settled down in Columbus….
Dublin Village Jewelers
byHow did you get started? My husband Yury and I (Annie) have lived in Dublin for over 23 years, 17 of those owning our own business. Our previous business dealt with gold, silver, and other precious metals daily and over…
Leal Boutique
byWhat year was your company established? Leal Boutique was opened in November 1993. How did you get started? I opened Leal twenty-five years ago because I loved fashion and loved boutique shopping. At that time, there were not many boutiques…
Audacious Boutique
byWhat year was your company established? Audacious Boutique was opened on July 1, 2004. How did you get started? The hottest trend fifteen years ago was designer-inspired handbags. A lot of us were new to the high-end designer bags like Gucci,…