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SEPTEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER
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The Fashion Issue
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LIKE MANY OF YOU READING THIS, MOST OF MY 2020 AND PART OF 2021
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While my “home clothes” are comfy, it’s so nice to be reminded of how good it feels
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to dress to impress—and how fun it is! In this fashion issue, we showcase a fun new line of golf shirts created by two local men. These are not your typical designs! We also feature Phoenix Suns player Jae Crowder’s new fashion line. And, we spoke with Lisa O’Hearn about her cabi business and how she’s been giving back to the community through fashion. As we put together this issue, I was also able to chat with country icon Clint Black, who is featured on our cover. We talked as he was on his tour bus traveling from one show to the next. Yes, Chandler is on his tour date list—read all about the new
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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2021 FEATURES 20 Two Friends Golf: Fabulous Apparel Line Is A Hole In One Fashionable, Bold Prints Play Well on the Green
30 Chandler Resident Encourages Women to Think Outside the ‘Fashion Box’ Through Her Work as a cabi Stylist, Lisa O’Hearn Helps Women Look and Feel Their Best
34 The Bossmann Has Arrived! Phoenix Suns Forward Jae Crowder Debuts Bossmann Active Wear
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WEST VALLEY SYMPHONY TO HOLD AUDITIONS The West Valley Symphony is holding string auditions on Sat., Oct. 2, and for principal tuba and second bassoon on Sat., Oct. 9, for its six-concert 20212022 season. The auditions for the symphony’s 53rd season—which begins Nov. 21— will take place between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. each day at Workpliciti, 3377 S. Price Road in Chandler. String auditions on Oct. 2 are for principal second violin; principal viola; one section violin first section, chair 10 and one, 1-year position (possibly permanent); section violin second section chairs 8, 9, 10, and one 1-year position (possibly permanent); viola section chairs 7 and 8; cello section chairs 7 and 8; and double bass chair 5. All positions are paid according to the West Valley Symphony (WVS) per service scale. To apply for an audition, email West Valley Symphony Personnel Manager Anthony (Tony) Masiello at desertreed10@gmail.com. The audition fee is $25 per applicant. For more information, call 602.620.6546.
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CHANDLER CITY COUNCIL APPOINTS JOSHUA WRIGHT AS CITY MANAGER After a national recruitment search, Joshua Wright will be named Chandler’s City Manager, replacing Marsha Reed who retired in March 2021. Wright was appointed Chandler’s Acting City Manager in March 2021 to oversee the
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RELAX AND UNWIND + Practice or play golf on your favorite golf course—indoors—at Hornacek's Golf, where you can book a hitting bay that features a state-of-the-art golf simulator. 4975 S. Alma School Road, Chandler, Arizona 85248 + Get a mani/pedi, a massage, a facial, or a myriad of other self-care services at the spa at Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa. 4200 S. Alma School Road, Chandler, Arizona 85248 + Settle in and relax while getting swept up in the magic of theater when you see a show at Chandler Center for the Arts. 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler, Arizona 85225 + Indulge at MassageLuXe, where massages, facials, and waxing are available in a luxurious spa setting. 975 E. Ocotillo Road, Chandler, Arizona 85249 + For relaxing CBD products that range from oils to bath bombs to lip balms and gummies, head to Nature's Bloom. 4995 S. Alma School Road, Chandler, Arizona 85248 18
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+ Find a myriad of interesting backdrops, nooks, and textures to use as a backdrop in Downtown Ocotillo. 2547 W. Queen Creek Road, Chandler, Arizona 85248 + Fulton Ranch is a picturesque destination with its landscape features and beautiful ponds. Ocotillo Road and S. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, Arizona 85249 + In Downtown Chandler, find a variety of murals, breezeways, and unique areas—such as the top of the parking garage—that serve as great backdrops. 100 W. Boston St., Chandler, Arizona 85225 + A lake, scenic trails, pretty pavilions, and more at Veterans Oasis Park provides inspiration for perfect photos. 4050 E. Chandler Heights Road, Chandler, Arizona 85249
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+ For unique, one-of-a-kind jewelry and vintage clothing finds, head to Merchant Square Antique Marketplace. 1509 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler, Arizona 85225 + Those looking for stylish fashions made for the links can head to Hornacek’s Golf. 4975 S. Alma School Road, Chandler, Arizona 85248 + Put together complete outfits at Judy Wear Boutique, which offers a wide selection of tops, pants, dresses, jewelry, purses, glasses, and more. 950 E. Riggs Road, Chandler, Arizona 85249 + Fashion looks better when it fits well, so when those-in-the-know need something altered, they contact Sheri Rasmussen at Sew Perfect by Sheri. sewperfectbysheri@gmail.com, Chandler, Arizona 85224 + Find everything for men, women, and children at the area’s largest shopping
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ARTIST’S PALETTE
Tw o F r i e n d s Golf: ARTICLE HOLLY MORGAN | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
Fabulous Apparel Line Is A Hole In One FASHIONABLE, BOLD PRINTS PLAY WELL ON THE GREEN THE TALE OF TWO VERY BIG PERSONALI-
Fast-forward to 2020, and the dynamic duo found
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themselves as bored roommates, on lockdown, in the
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NATE BAKER AND MATTHEW ERICKSON MET
“There was nothing to do besides look at the news, run
ON THE FIRST DAY OF THEIR FRESHMAN YEAR
outside, and play golf,” says Baker. “Our love for the game
AT ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY. While their
started as soon as we hit the driving range, since that
majors were different—one studied business and the
was the only thing open. Little did we know, golf would
other law—they’ve always been on the same page.
become a passion of ours very quickly.”
Nate Baker and Matthew Erickson
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They started hitting balls at the range every single day, and played the best golf courses Arizona has to offer. After consistent rounds for about a month, they came to an agreement. “Golf was awesome but needed some work,” says Baker. “Not in the way it was played, but how people were dressed. When we first
“It doesn’t matter if you play good or bad, you can at least dress the
started golfing, the apparel that we saw was very basic. There are a
best and have a great time doing it.”
few companies out there that make interesting polos, but we knew we could do it better.” The idea to launch Two Friends Golf came shortly after Baker and Erickson had a couple of beers at McDowell Mountain Golf Course.
And so, Two Friends Golf offers a wide variety of prints. Tropical styles are inspired by Baker and Erickson’s love of the beach, not sand trap. Retro designs are inspired by their love of being bold, bonding on the course, and making a statement.
Happy hour turned into an intense brainstorming session where
“To us, staying on brand is what we are both interested in, and
the soon-to-be founders would incorporate their personalities into
we plan to only come out with styles that we will rock on and off
unique designs to achieve looks that people had never seen before.
the course,” says Baker. “Our polo shirts aren’t just for golf. We’ve
“There are so many new golfers starting the game just like us, and
had people wear them to gender reveals, bachelor parties, and even
we feel that we can match the vibe for everyone playing,” says Baker.
couples’ photoshoots!”
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ARTIST’S PALETTE (CONTINUED)
“To us, staying on brand is what we are both interested in, and we plan to only come out with styles that we will rock on and off the course.” Baker and Erickson also played well in the marketing world by
But Baker and Erickson are obviously the geniuses as their first
landing a deal with TikTok’s Too Turnt Tony, an influencer with more
three launches sold out in no time with zero advertising dollars
than 10 million followers whose videos are over-the-top, to say the
spent. The trendy polos are accompanied by equally trendy names
least. Baker sent a direct message, Tony’s manager responded,
such as Maui Wowie, Retro Bro, Hawaii 2.0, Shocker, Incognito, and
Two Friends Golf polos were sent, and the rest is history.
Bold AF. The apparel is also reasonably priced at $69.99.
“We figured the quality would speak for itself,” says Baker.
“Throughout this journey, we’ve both improved our golf game to
“After a few meetings and a contract, we got the deal done to
finally break 90 and looked good doing it,” says Baker. “We hope to
make all of his new golf polos. Some might say he is a little bit on
inspire people who are nervous about getting into golf because they
the wild side, but we say he is a marketing genius.”
feel they aren’t good enough. With enough practice and the right polo, anything is possible.” TwoFriendsGolf.com
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Clint Black
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IT WAS THE MUSIC ITSELF THAT CALLED TO OPRY MEMBER AND GRAMMY® AWARDWINNING COUNTRY ICON CLINT BLACK. “My parents loved music,” he says. “They were always playing stuff for us and introducing us to our favorite songs. I had older brothers who were playing [instruments] and singing, and that’s what drew me into playing. I learned three chords and ran out into the neighborhood
“We’re excited to be coming back,” says
and played for anyone who would listen—and
Black, who, with his 22 #1 singles and 31 Top
that’s what I’m still doing.”
10s, is one of the most successful singer/song-
When we speak via phone in late July, Black
writers of the modern era.
is on his tour bus in South Dakota, heading to
He’ll also be up in Prescott this December
Minnesota. He’s performing around the coun-
as part of his new “Mostly Hits & the Mrs.” tour,
try, and on Oct. 6, he’ll arrive in Chandler for
which kicks off in November in Texas—and which
a one-night-only concert at Chandler Center
marks the first time ever that he will tour with his
for the Arts.
wife, Lisa Hartman Black.
He has been in Chandler before, perform-
“This will be a very different kind of tour. I
ing numerous concerts at Gila River Hotels &
talked her into doing something from her Knots
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Landing days, and we’ll be doing some of our duets, and we’ll be doing some of our other special surprises.” One surprise he shares during our conversation—their daughter, Lily, will be joining them on tour. But first things first—the concert in October at Chandler Center for the Arts. While Black’s concerts in past years were pared down (“We’ve been barebones and even did pared-down acoustic versions of the songs one year, and then I began building back up”), the show will feature stage video screens. True to Black’s hands-on nature, he created the videos for them himself. Black spent endless hours upon endless hours scouring the internet for footage and compiling clips to use. Then he edited the clips, added the songs, and worked to perfect the videos so they would be exactly as he envisioned.
M U S I C I CO N
SPEAKING ON TOURING, TV, FAMILY, AND COFFEE (HIS OWN COMPANY!)
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“The stage video is very personal to me,” he says. “As much of me as I pour into the music that I play, the same is true of the video backdrops that the audience will see. “I think that [the videos] work really, really well with the show without getting in the way of the show, and it adds a really nice element.” Black likes to be hands-on and busy, and shares that he handles much of the engineering and production of his songs himself. During the pandemic, he also kept busy by launching several new ventures. “[In addition to working on the videos] I also started a coffee business during the pandemic, called Clint Black Cowboy Coffee, and it’s very good, according to me!” Black connected with a small mom-and-pop roaster near Houston, where he’s from, and that company roasts all the coffee for Clint Black Cowboy Coffee. “We roast as we go, so it’s really, really fresh and roasted to perfection. I happen to be a big coffee lover, so I’m really particular about my coffee.” During that time Black also wrote a television show, Talking In Circles, which airs Saturday nights at 10 p.m. following Opry Live on the Circle Network. Guests have included Brad Paisley and Trace Adkins, and the shows feature behind-thescenes conversation with two entertainers talking “shop.” Clint both hosts and co-produces the show. There was also his joint appearance along with his wife on the show The Masked Singer. “It was great to be going through that experience with my wife,” he says, sharing that the process had
“She’s a pro,” Black says of his wife. “She’s got
its challenges though regarding identifying songs
great ears. She knows when things are working or
that would be useable for the show to moving in
not working; she has great taste in music. It’s a true
those costumes.
collaboration. We’re in it together, and that’s how it
Still, he says the couple enjoyed working together and are looking forward to their upcoming tour.
is with any pro you work with, but the difference is that we’re together all the time. When I’m home, I’m home. So, we’re able to always be constantly working on what we want. And, because we’ve been married almost 30 yeas, we’ve got great communication skills so we can also say, ‘I don’t want to be working on this right now—let’s watch Modern Family or something!’” Black’s latest release is the single “Till The End Of Time,” which is a duet with his wife.
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Chandler Resident Encourages Women to Think Outside of the ‘Fashion Box’ THROUGH HER WORK AS A CABI STYLIST, LISA O’HEARN HELPS WOMEN LOOK AND FEEL THEIR BEST
ARTICLE ALISON STANTON PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
Lisa O'Hearn. Photo by Lindsay Borg
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"T he company h as a beautiful heart for giving b ack glob ally. A nnually, across t he U nited S t ates, C anad a, and t he U nited Kingdom, c abi supports cities t hrough T he Heart of c abi week." FOR AS LONG AS SHE CAN REMEMBER, LISA
realized that women still wanted and needed
O’HEARN HAS HAD A PASSION FOR FASHION.
their “fashion fix.”
“I’ve been a seamstress most of my life, and have
Since the option of meeting with women in person
an eye for putting design, art, and fashion together,”
was temporarily not an option, the clothing company
O’Hearn says.
had to rethink its approach.
While working as a chief operating officer for a
O’Hearn says cabi quickly found ways to provide
women’s apparel design, manufacturing, and dis-
women with a number of opportunities to see the
tribution firm in San Diego, O’Hearn learned valu-
collections of clothing, including its proprietary
able lessons about what women are looking for in
“Front Row” shows, which O’Hearn says are like
their clothing, as well as the importance of quality.
“Zoom on steroids,” as well as through Zoom calls
“When I left the corporate world, I wanted to
and Facebook Live events.
partner with a company that offered exceptional
“We became very resilient through the year,
quality, a sense of ‘give back to community,’
expanding our reach from local showings to coast-
and leadership development,” the Chandler
to-coast virtual offerings,” she says, adding that
resident says, adding that she has found all this
people are also welcome to shop at any time on her
and more through her job with cabi, a direct-to-
personal website, LisaOHearn.cabionline.com.
consumer clothing company that uses a social selling business model. O’Hearn has been with cabi for six years, working
“In addition, I’m proud to lead a team of cabi stylists, mentoring, coaching, and assisting them with their own business success.”
as a personal stylist, career developer, and team
Whether she is meeting with clients in person
leader. She says the company, which is currently
or virtually, O’Hearn says she always has one main
hiring across the United States, Canada, and the
goal in mind: to help women look and feel their best
United Kingdom, offers flexible schedule options for
in clothing that is their own style and preference.
those looking for a side gig all the way to a full-time “on your terms hustle.” “You will only find the cabi brand direct through cabi stylists like myself, not in traditional brick-and-mortar retail stores,” O’Hearn says, adding that cabi stylists
During the appointments, O’Hearn will also gently encourage clients to step outside their comfort zone and their norm. “It’s good to be bold and explore new styles,” she says.
work with their customers through in-home cabi
Recently, O’Hearn served as the cabi ambassa-
shows, one-on-one personal appointments held virtu-
dor for the greater Phoenix area, helping to plan a
ally or in person, and through e-commerce websites.
charitable event.
“I also offer concierge closet assessment and
“The company has a beautiful heart for giving
wardrobe refresh services, and I’m always happy
back globally. Annually, across the United States,
to speak with anyone who’d be interested in
Canada, and the United Kingdom, cabi supports cit-
working for cabi.”
ies through The Heart of cabi week,” O’Hearn says,
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, O’Hearn
adding that with cabi’s assistance, she and other
says she and other cabi personal stylists quickly
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event organizers were able to donate 450 pieces of brand-new clothing to approximately 60 deserving women. As the ambassador, O’Hearn worked directly with cabi corporate and this year’s
nonprofit
recipient,
AZCEND,
ARIZONA’S PREMIER MULTISPECIALTY MEDICAL CENTER
which is based in Chandler. “I had been trying to get this event in Chandler for a couple of years, particularly because Chandler opened its arms to me when I arrived five years ago. I wanted to give back to the city that has given me so much in friendships, business opportunities, and kindness,” O’Hearn says. Since its inception, O’Hearn says cabi’s foundation has donated $61 million in clothing and monetary contributions, serving 281 cabi stylist communities. In addition, 18,000 small business loans have been funded to female entrepreneurs in developing countries, she says. Looking ahead to the fall, O’Hearn says she knows one thing is definitely true when it comes to fashion: after over a year of “waist-up dressing,” women are definitely ready for some new clothing for their entire body. “There’s a post-COVID phenomenon going on which has been described as the ‘Peacock Effect.’ In essence, this is an effect created when one uses something such as bright colors, prints, styles, and accessories that are eye-catching and out-of-the-norm, to stand out in a crowd.” cabi’s Fall Collection will provide plenty of opportunities to dress with the Peacock Effect in mind, O’Hearn says, with an attractive color palette filled with regal roses, oxblood reds, transformative teals,
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THE BOSSMANN HAS ARRIVED!
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PHOENIX SUNS FORWARD JAE CROWDER DEBUTS BOSSMANN ACTIVE WEAR
JAE CROWDER HAS BEEN A KEY INGREDIENT IN THE PHOENIX SUNS’ RECIPE FOR SUCCESS THIS YEAR. The forward just finished his first season with an impressive finish that took the team all the way into the playoffs. Crowder has been a rock for the Phoenix Suns, traversing every square inch of the court from the perimeter to the paint while passing, defending, and sinking three-pointers. Wherever he is on the court, Crowder exudes a big brother-style leadership quality to the younger players and complete devotion to his team. Never taking his proverbial eye off of the prize, Crowder displays a calm and cool, yet stoic demeanor that is straightforward and naturally commanding. Did you miss it? That was Crowder passing the ball so fast that the human eye almost can’t see it! Now, Crowder is switching gears to debut a business that he has been developing since before arriving in Phoenix in 2020. CONTINUED >
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Crowder’s
clothing
line
is
coined
“Bossmann” after Jae’s court nickname that describes him perfectly. “I decided to debut the clothing line genuinely, when I felt the time was right,” says Crowder. “Now having a new home with new fans, it’s very fitting to give that to my new fanbase and also show appreciation to my fans who have been a part of my whole journey to date.” The Georgia native has built his NBA career as a member of the Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, and Miami Heat before joining the Phoenix Suns in November 2020. “Moving to a new team during a pandemic on a short offseason presented unique opportunities that I had to go through, and it all paid off and is going well,” he says. His talent, drive, and focus helped propel the Phoenix Suns into the post season. “I’m glad I was a part of breaking the 10-year drought and making the postseason. I’m glad I made the decision to come to Arizona.” He continues, “Some of my favorite things about the Valley are that first and foremost, work has been going well... The season was good, the transition has been great, and the fans have embraced me and shown me a lot of love.” Where Crowder is laser-focused and serious about the game while on the court, he also wants to share something special with his fans through his Bossmann line. “Some important things about my clothing line when developing it were for sure style and fit, and also being able to get a message through to my fans expressing my mentality and style through apparel.”
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The new line of clothing includes stylish hoodies,
their social media handles to promote and show
sweat suits, socks, and more, and blends perfectly
off the brand,” explains Crowder. “I have done a
with just about anyone’s lifestyle.
handful of photoshoots for magazines while wear-
“I like the fit and coziness of my sweat suits and they’re made from quality materials,” he
ing my brand to help promote it and show different pieces in the line.”
says. “The look is clean and fitted, and the mes-
Although it may be a bit toasty for hoodies at the
sages on the clothing are some of my favorites
moment, Bossmann’s cool track suits and socks
that I live by.”
are also complemented by the player and design-
Although there isn’t a specific date that the
er’s Black Bunny line of sunglasses and accesso-
Bossmann “merch” will officially drop, it’s coming
ries that he heads up with the help of his talented
very soon. He explains, “I’m working on finalizing the
cousins and a friend.
timing of this with my main focus being my job. So, I’m trying to find the perfect balance of it all.”
Crowder is still getting to know the different areas of the Valley, and currently calls Scottsdale home.
Crowder is currently working with a few stores in
“I definitely can see myself buying a home here,”
the Phoenix area where he would like to roll out his
he says. “Whenever the right deal presents itself,
Bossmann line. His merchandise will also be avail-
who knows… I may take it.”
able on his own website at Bossmann.com.
A signature trademark of Crowder is the grati-
Marketing and getting the word out about
tude he so graciously shares. He finishes, “I want
Bossmann merchandise will then be the next strategy.
to say thanks to my family for being on this journey
“I already have a plan in motion of having all my
with me, and to my teammates and coaching staff
NBA friends wear the merch and tag all sites on
for making the transition as smooth as possible.” CityLifestyle.com/Chandler
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John Johnson. This exhibition includes
BETWEEN TWO WORLDS: STORYTELLING & ARTWORK BY SHACHI KALE
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DRAGONFLY & BUTTERFLY BASH Veterans Oasis Park
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In 2000, after living her entire life in Mumbai, India, Shachi Kale relocated to Chandler. While the adventure of moving 8,800 miles away was thrilling
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Held monthly, these events offer a fresh
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21-OCT 2 OFF THE CLOCK: ARTWORK BY CITY OF CHANDLER EMPLOYEES Vision Gallery
The City of Chandler is fortunate to have myriad multi-talented individu-
MV CALDERA
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Chandler Center for the Arts
African Americans across the country
From
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of a variety of genres, from photography
embraced the “New Negro Movement,”
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which set the stage for the Harlem
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