Los Angeles is a vibrant place, served by a group of professionals who are making a difference in our community. In this special section you’ll find the “faces” behind these successful businesses and how they serve the people of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles magazine is proud to present the “Faces of L.A.”
Wade Capital
To understand Marc Wade is to understand someone who operates effortlessly in two entirely different worlds, both literally and culturally. At his core, ade is a high stakes financier who has managed to decode the elusive est Coast aesthetic.
pend an afternoon e ploring his portfolio and it becomes clear you are not simply looking at a collection of assets, but at a carefully engineered lifestyle blueprint. A curated portfolio of coastal properties, a apa alley winery, a lu ury auto group and a multiyear motorsports sponsorship re ect the vision of the oronto born founder of ade Capital, who has spent decades bridging the calculated discipline of deal architecture with the sun soaked ease of the California coastline.
I learned early in my career that the most dangerous man in the room is always the one who looks like he is on vacation, ade says.
rive down acific Coast ighway and you will find the physical e pression of that philosophy. ade has uietly assembled
a remarkable portfolio of bespoke coastal properties that frame the ocean like art. These are residences designed for the California lifestyle, spaces defined by lu ury, intention and precise e ecution without unnecessary e cess.
hen the coastal fog rolls in, ade’s attention shifts to wine. In , he founded SALT Vine Wines, a passion project inspired by a desire to remove the rigid, formal traditions often associated with apa alley.
is latest venture, Vinyl, is the younger and bolder sibling to AL . uilt around the idea that wine pairs best with classic music and great company, inyl blends taste with sound to elevate the e perience itself.
inyl is an invitation to drop the needle on a seminal record, enjoy great friends and make uestionable decisions, ade says.
A striking combination of financier and California lifestyle visionary, arc ade is not simply navigating the modern lu ury landscape. e is defining it entirely on his own terms.
Face of Real Estate - Los Angeles
Cindy Ambuehl Group
With more than $2.5 billion in career sales, Cindy Ambuehl is one of Los Angeles’ most sought after luxury real estate professionals, consistently ranking among the top producers in one of the world’s most competitive markets. Her expertise, work ethic and commitment to excellence have earned the trust of discerning buyers, sellers and industry leaders.
Despite the challenges of the 2024 market, Cindy closed 34 transactions totaling more than $315 million in sales volume. In , following the devastating wildfires, she continued that momentum with $387 million in total sales volume and earned the No. 1 ranking in Los Angeles by RealTrends.
Recognized among The Hollywood Reporter ’s Top 30 Real Estate Agents and Variety ’s Showbiz Real Estate Elite, Cindy continues to earn placement on RealTrends’ prestigious The Thousand rankings, reinforcing her leadership in luxury real estate.
Cindy Ambuehl Group
11911 San Vicente Boulevard, Suite 390 Los Angeles, CA 90049
818-489-0282
cindyambuehl.com
DRE# 01821934
The Face of Legal
Leichter Leichter-Maroko LLP
Preston Taylor Green is a Partner at Leichter Leichter aroko LL , and he is a Certified Family Law pecialist through the California tate ar oard of Legal peciali ation.
Leichter Leichter aroko LL is widely recogni ed for its work in comple family law matters, including high con ict custody and visitation disputes, high income spousal and child support cases, multifaceted property division issues, and jurisdictional contests.
reston has established himself as a formidable litigator and trusted advisor, skillfully guiding clients through some of the most challenging and emotionally sensitive legal disputes.
nown for his thoughtful client advocacy and strategic litigation skills, reston has successfully represented clients in a broad range of sophisticated family law matters. e is recogni ed for his ability to identify practical and results oriented solutions, while remaining fully prepared to vigorously protect his clients’ rights in court as necessary. reston’s balanced approach, combining sharp legal analysis with emotionally intelligent care, has earned the respect of clients, peers, e perts, and judicial bench o cers.
reston’s legal representation is tailor made to each client’s case, which affords his clients e act, thorough counsel. e remains steadfast in his approach, while having a pulse on the ever changing dynamics within each case.
reston graduated with honors from the niversity of outhern California with a degree in olitical cience before earning his uris octor from Loyola Law chool, Los Angeles. e has also completed the Los Angeles Collaborative Family Law Association’s Interdisciplinary raining rogram and, in addition to his litigation practice, reston holds a mediation certificate from Loyola’s Center for Con ict esolution and has served as a co mediator in family law matters.
Leichter Leichter-Maroko LLP 9777 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 507, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 310-278-3112 | llmfamilylaw.com
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The Face of Plastic Surgery
Moelleken Plastic Surgery
Dr. Brent Moelleken is a renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon and surgical innovator known for developing advanced procedures that differ fundamentally from conventional techniques. His trademarked procedures include the ybrid ummy uck®, Live Fill®, 360 Face Lift®, Ultrashort Incision Cheek Lift® (USIC®), Live Fill® Breast Augmentation L A ®), Neck Lace® and ybrid rachioplasty®
r. oelleken trained at arvard, ale, C F and CLA. e currently serves as associate clinical professor of surgery in the ivision of lastic urgery at CLA and maintains private practices in everly ills and Los Angeles.
Moelleken Plastic Surgery
120 South Spalding Drive, Suite 110 Beverly Hills, CA 90212
601 East Arrellage Street, Suite 103 Santa Barbara, CA 93103
310-273-1001 | drbrent.com
e Face of Financial
Signature Estate & Investment Advisors, LLC
Jennifer Kim, MS, CFP®, CMFC®, ChFC®, CLU®, is a Principal Managing Partner at SEIA (Signature Estate & Investment Advisors), where she provides comprehensive wealth management services to individuals, families and business owners. With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Jennifer is known for helping clients make informed financial decisions with clarity, confidence and purpose.
Since beginning her career in 1993, Jennifer has specialized in retirement planning, investment management, estate planning strategies, risk management and corporate benefits planning. She is passionate about simplifying complex financial concepts and developing personalized strategies that reflect each client's unique goals, values and stage of life. Her client-centered approach has earned her a reputation as a trusted adviser and long-term partner, helping clients navigate life's financial transitions.
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Arts in economics from UCLA and a Master of Science in personal financial planning. She has also earned several respected industry designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®) and Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor (CMFC®).
In addition to her advisory work, Jennifer is a frequent contributor to financial publications and has been invited to speak on financial planning and wealth management topics for corporations, professional organizations and community groups. She is committed to financial education and empowering others to make confident decisions about their financial futures.
Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband and four children and remains actively involved in charitable, educational and community organizations throughout Southern California.
The Face of Gevorkyan Law Firm, APLC
Gevorkyan Law Firm, APLC
Jasmine Gevorkyan, founder and president of Gevorkyan Law Firm, APLC, has built a distinguished legal career defined by resilience, leadership and an unwavering commitment to justice. Her path was shaped by personal tragedy when she lost her mother to medical malpractice at age 13. Determined to help others facing life-altering circumstances, she pursued a career in law and has dedicated her practice to advocating for injured individuals and their families.
An immigrant from Armenia, Jasmine overcame significant challenges to achieve her goals. She was admitted to law school at 19 and became both an attorney and a mother by age 23. Early in her career, she represented major insurance carriers and transportation companies, gaining valuable insight into defense strategies that would later strengthen her advocacy for plaintiffs.
In 2011, Jasmine founded Gevorkyan Law Firm, growing it from a solo practice into a highly respected personal injury firm known for its client-centered approach and successful outcomes in personal injury and wrongful death cases. Through strategic advocacy and more than two decades of litigation experience, she has helped countless clients obtain justice and move forward after devastating losses.
Today, Jasmine continues to lead with purpose, combining legal excellence with compassion and integrity. Through her work, she remains committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of her clients and throughout her community.
Warren C. Stout, MD
Dr. Stout is a world-renowned Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon who is recognized as an expert on cosmetic and laser surgical techniques. He specializes exclusively on the eye area and restores eyes to a more youthful, revitalized look, while carefully avoiding an unnatural, startled or surprised appearance. His work is guided by his aesthetic philosophy that values natural-looking results that seamlessly blend with his patients’ facial features.
Inherited family traits combined with aging often cause people to appear tired and disengaged, which doesn’t re ect how they truly feel. his can be a negative attribute both professionally and socially. Like a restorative artist, Dr. Stout reduces the visible signs of aging so each person, while uni ue in their appearance, looks natural, confident and engaged.
Dr. Stout has 30 years of experience caring for men and women of all ages and ethnicities, including a subspecialty in Asian eyes. His patients include Nobel Laureates, Oscar winners, CEOs of multinational companies, physicians, and other notable individuals. hrough a combination of training, experience, and artistic talent, he delivers a natural appearance tailored to each person’s goals. Dr. Stout is most honored by physicians and happy patients referring their friends and loved ones, and he takes their trust to heart.
He is consistently recognized as a Leading hysician of the orld, a op octor in America, and a op octor in Los Angeles and asadena. He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, and numerous other medical organizations.
Dr. Stout performs his cosmetic procedures in the privacy of the Laser and Ambulatory Surgery Center of Pasadena. Patients appreciate the privacy, comfort, and personalized care he provides as Medical Director at the surgery center.
Warren C. Stout, MD
Pasadena Towers
800 East Colorado Boulevard, Suite 260 Pasadena, CA 91101
626.449.6494 | stoutlaser.com
The Face of Personal Growth Authorship
A multipassionate entrepreneur, celebrity hairstylist, and sales professional, Christina Smallwood has built a career rooted in authenticity. From her well-known work on The Real Housewives of Orange County to building a multimillion-dollar home-based beauty business, her success stems from a simple philosophy: business thrives when we lead with vulnerability and connect through our shared stories.
Christina’s professional drive is matched by her personal resilience.
Guided by grace, humor, and faith, she has navigated profound seasons of grief and fear, as well as a life-changing journey to sobriety. Today, she channels that clarity into helping others grow. She is the author of the Amazon bestseller Hope in the Hard , a practical roadmap for anyone navigating di cult seasons, and co author of the 90 Day Habits Journal
A steadfast advocate for the belief that hope is an active choice rather than a passive feeling, Christina lives in San Clemente with her husband and their three adopted children.
San Clemente, CA | 949-433-5263 | smallwoodstudiosinc@gmail.com
The Face of Civil Rights And Personal Injury Advocacy
Brad Gage Law, APC
Judges have commented on how well-prepared Brad Gage is in the courtroom, whether during trial or pretrial proceedings, and clients appreciate his concern for their well-being and dedication to their cases. Opposing counsel have noted Brad's ethical approach and the strong representation he provides to his clients.
When asked about his success, Brad says he is humbled by the praise and grateful for the opportunity to serve his clients. He credits his passion for seeking justice and fairness on their behalf as the driving force behind his work.
Brad is honored to have been named Attorney of the Year three times, nominated for Trial Lawyer of the Year six times and recognized among the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 more than 10 times.
Among his most notable cases, Brad represented the family of late rapper Notorious B.I.G. in a civil rights case against the Los Angeles Police epartment, defended cer Futrell in the orth ollywood shootout trial, and served on multiple steering committees in class-action litigation that recovered more than $5 billion for victims.
is o ce is located in oodland ills, California, a suburb of Los Angeles.
Brad Gage Law, APC 23002 Victory Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 818-340-9252 | Bradgagelaw.com
The Face of Peter Fetterman Gallery
Peter Fetterman Gallery
Born in London, Peter Fetterman has devoted more than four decades to the world of photography, building a distinguished career as a collector, curator, gallerist and passionate advocate for the medium. His journey began through filmmaking and collecting before he established his first gallery in 1988. Since then, he has become one of the most respected figures in the international photography community, known for his discerning eye, commitment to artists and dedication to making photography accessible to a broad audience.
In 1994, Fetterman became one of the pioneering tenants of Bergamot Station Arts Center in Santa Monica, helping transform the former industrial complex into one of the nation's leading destinations for contemporary art. Under his leadership, Peter Fetterman Gallery has earned an international reputation for exceptional exhibitions and a carefully curated collection of photographic works.
The gallery houses one of the largest inventories of classic 20th-century photography in the United States, with a particular emphasis on humanist photography. Its collection includes works by many of the medium's most celebrated masters, including Henri Cartier-Bresson, Sebastião Salgado, Steve McCurry, Ansel Adams, Paul Caponigro, Willy Ronis, Michael Kenna, André Kertész, Manuel Álvarez Bravo, Lillian Bassman, Pentti Sammallahti, Sarah oon and effrey Conley.
Throughout his career, Fetterman has championed photography that re ects the human experience with empathy, beauty and authenticity. His exhibitions often explore themes of humanity, resilience and connection, re ecting his belief in photography's unique ability to transcend language and cultural boundaries.
Fetterman is also the author of The Power of Photography , a celebrated collection of images and re ections e ploring photography s ability to inspire, heal and connect us. hat began as a book evolved into a widely read daily email series that now reaches nearly , subscribers worldwide. The project has since expanded into a traveling museum exhibition, bringing its message and imagery to audiences far beyond the gallery walls.
Together with his colleagues, Fetterman remains committed to promoting awareness, understanding and appreciation of photography as one of the world's most powerful artistic mediums. Through exhibitions, publications, lectures and educational initiatives, he continues to inspire new audiences while preserving and celebrating the enduring legacy of photographic art.
Peter Fetterman Gallery
2525 Michigan Avenue, Suite A1, Santa Monica, CA 90404 310-508-8673 | peter@peterfetterman.com peterfetterman.com
The Face of Real Estate
Compass
Marisol Murad brings a refined and sophisticated approach to real estate, blending decades of family e pertise with an international background in lu ury hospitality. erving clients throughout Los Angeles, she is known for her attentive, discreet and highly personali ed service.
er e perience with globally recogni ed brands, including Four easons and obu roup, shaped her commitment to e ceptional care, professionalism and attention to detail. arisol is dedicated to creating a seamless e perience while helping clients navigate the Los Angeles market with confidence.
eyond real estate, arisol is passionate about philanthropy and community impact. Following each successful transaction, she donates to charitable organi ations and causes meaningful to her clients, creating a more purpose driven e perience. er approach combines lu ury service, integrity and giving back, ensuring every client relationship leaves a lasting and positive impact.
Compass | 8560 Sunset Boulevard, 3rd Floor, West Hollywood, CA 90046 424-302-7992 | muradrealty.com
The Face of Pediatric Dentistry
Thrive Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Dr. Pallavi, a board certified diplomate of pediatric dentistry, is a leading Los Angeles children’s dentist who has been recogni ed as a op entist by both Los Angeles maga ine and Pasadena maga ine. he earned her octor of ental urgery degree from C and completed her pediatric dentistry specialty training at . r. allavi has cared for patients at asadena Children’s entistry rthodontics since . he recently opened hrive ediatric entistry rthodontics in the an Fernando alley right ne t to the orthridge Fashion Center.
r. allavi takes a conservative, child focused approach to dental care that has earned her hundreds of five star elp reviews. er modern, child friendly o ces feature advanced technology and offer preventive care, cleanings, sealants, cavity arresting medicine, white fillings and crowns, traditional braces and Invisalign, emergency appointments, sedation dentistry and aturday appointments.
he accepts , and edi Cal enti Cal plans.
Thrive Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
19500 Plummer Street, Northridge CA 91324
818-292-9090 | thrivekidsdental.com
The Face of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
Dr. S. Asha Balakrishnan is a board certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, corneal and refractive surgery. She is passionate about helping patients achieve greater visual freedom through advanced cataract surgery, LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL and customized vision correction procedures.
After earning her undergraduate degree from Harvard University and her medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. Balakrishnan completed her ophthalmology residency at the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center and a fellowship in corneal, refractive and cornea surgery at the Baylor College of Medicine. She has participated in clinical studies and regularly contributes to teaching initiatives that train residents and fellows.
Previously, Dr. Balakrishnan served in academic medicine before transitioning to private practice. Known for combining surgical precision with a personalized approach to patient care, she believes that restoring vision can profoundly improve quality of life.
She has been recognized by her peers as a Los Angeles magazine Top Doctor and among the "Best of the Best" physicians. Dr. Balakrishnan continues to be a trusted resource for patients seeking the latest advances in vision correction.
DLV Vision
4353 Park Terrace Drive, Suite 150 West Lake Village, CA 91361
805-987-5300
doughertylaservision.com
