Nonprofit Business Tips and Thoughts of Gratitude from Stephanie Shokrian, Director of Development at Dress For Success San Antonio. Seeking creative means of marketing and funding is crucial in an organizations efforts to maintain public visibility and a donation...
BEAUTY: Braids!
From boho to sleek, braids are a timeless classic. Give your second day hair a little pick-me-up with these surprisingly effortless tips & tricks that will elevate any look! Hair Stylist: Veronyka’s Color Salon and Spa Pony-Tail Braid Start with a high pony-tail,...
Women on the Move: Nina A. Padilla
Nina A. Padilla San Antonio native Nina A Padilla is a local entrepreneur, photographic artist and owner of Vignette Portrait Photography and Motion Arts Media, LLC and recently joined San Antonio Woman Magazine as their Production Coordinator. In addition to her...
Women on the Move: Rowena Ortiz-Walters
Rowena Ortiz-Walters St. Mary’s University named Rowena Ortiz-Walters, Ph.D., Dean of the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business. She begins her tenure as the first Latina dean of the Greehey School of Business in June 2021. Ortiz-Walters comes to St. Mary’s...
Women on the Move: Yadhira Lozano
Yadhira Lozano Yadhira Lozano has over 20 years of professional experience in the arts and nonprofit world in San Antonio and Los Angeles. Her dedication to social activism, art, and culture led her to work for organizations including the Autry National Center,...
Women on the Move: Crystal Parrott
CRYSTAL PARROTT San Antonio resident Crystal Parrott joined Plus One Robotics as VP of Engineering. Parrott will be in charge of engineering, and spearheading product development for logistics robotics and automated solutions for warehouse distribution centers and...
Women on the Move: Belen Vara
Jordan & Petersen Skincare is now offering Massage Therapy services! We would like to introduce, Belen Vara, established licensed Massage Therapist. Belen offers uniquely customized 60 and 90 minute massages that incorporate Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Hot Stones...
3 Ways to Maintain Your Balance In 2021
By Nina Padilla Balance is an essential part of life. The act of balance can be a tricky one when it comes to the maintenance of our daily tasks. From the moment we wake up to the moment we close our eyes, we are seemingly inundated with the “to do lists” of the day...
Stephanie Dick: Vice President, First Citizen’s Bank
Stephanie has 17 years of experience in the financial services industry. She brings a wealth of knowledge, professionalism, and a true understanding of her customers' financial landscape. Stephanie is a trusted bank officer who helps clients achieve their financial...
Christy McCoy: Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of Lone Star Capital Bank
Christy McCoy is the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of Lone Star Capital Bank (LSCB). Christy has over 25 years of banking experience and was an integral figure in LSCB’s recent acquisition of Austin’s Business Bank of Texas, N.A. Her experience,...
GUY TO KNOW: Marcus Baskerville
From Brewer to Activist Marcus Baskerville is changing the world one pour at a time. By Christie Cuthbert When Marcus Baskerville, 35, moved to San Antonio from Sacramento in 2013 for a new job with Citibank, he got terribly lost on the freeway system for the first...
How to Get the Most Out of Your Diamond Purchase
Buying a diamond can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if you're inexperienced. That said, the process can be painless and straightforward if you know what you're doing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a diamond. Let's dive in! What to...
SPOTLIGHT: Martha Livingston, PhD, LPC
Martha Livingston, PhD, LPC CEO, San Antonio Counseling and Behavioral Center CEO, VCounselors Photography by David Teran What changes have you seen in mental health over the past year? Mental health is at the forefront of the COVID-19 Pandemic. The virus is not only...
SPOTLIGHT: ATKG Tax Partners Allison Miller and Diane White
After working for a national accounting firm, what do you see as the greatest differentiator when serving clients at ATKG? All tax and accounting firms can prepare tax returns; where we shine at ATKG is helping our clients with everything else. We spend considerable...
FASHION: Western-Wear
Dress like a modern cowgirl this Rodeo season withfringe, suede and jeans mixed with romantic lace andlong necklaces. And of course, no outfit is completewithout a great hat! Photography by Nina A. Padilla Clothes and Accessories available at Cavender's Rodeo King by...
Stop and Smell the Gingerbread
Take a holiday road trip to see a Texas-sized gingerbread village this season BY JANIS TURK Run as fast as you can, and this year you just might catch the gingerbread man! He’s coming to Texas this month, after all. Yes, the ultimate gingerbread man, chef Jon Lovitch,...
Mindfulness & Depression
BY MELISSA AGUIRRE YOGA THERAPIST, EDUCATOR, CERTIFIED C-IAYT, ERYT 500, YACEP HOLISTIC LIFE COACH AND STRESS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST PHOTOGRAPHY BY ELIZABETH REY What is Mindfulness, and how does it apply in Yoga? The simplest definition I have heard on Mindfulness is...
This is Home: The Choice to End Retirement
BY JILL BYRD Russ and Millie Woda moved into Franklin Park Independent Living Community at Sonterra in 2016. They never imagined that four years later they would be living safely with their neighbors in the middle of a global health pandemic. But here they are and...
