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WE’VE ALL HAD THAT MOMENT WHEN OUR CLOSET IS FULL BUT WE CAN’T FIND A THING TO WEAR. Whether it’s too big, too small, or just plain last season, it can be difficult to find the perfect thing to put on.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2018

FEATURES 16 Life is But a Dream Laurie Graham King: Style, Love and the Intentional Pursuit of Happiness

24 TruDerm Redefines the Dermatology Experience State of the Art Dermatology Center Opens at Legacy West

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Akin said the pharmacy’s services are designed

Pedestrians and drivers in Frisco are among

to put customers first. “The customer always comes

the first in Texas to see a strange and potentially

first; it doesn’t matter who the customer is,” Akin

startling sight: A van traveling beside them with

said. “Some customers might be challenging, but

no driver at the wheel. Bright orange autonomous

it’s a mindset of how you turn that situation into

vehicles from Silicon Valley are rolling along

something positive for you.”

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Cowboys’ headquarters. At first, a person will sit in the driver’s seat of the van, hovering near the steering wheel to brake if necessary. But over the six-month period, the company plans to move that person to the passenger seat and then out of the car entirely.

The autonomous vehicle pilot, which marks the first self-driving car service on public roads in Texas, is small in scope. The route is just a few miles.

Ridership is limited to the approximately 10,000 people who work in Hall Park. And rides are expected to average about five minutes, the distance to nearby shops and restaurants. Watch for the bright orange vans and wave to the passengers!

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Frisco Family Services has eight new mem-

Pharmacy on Main Street. Pharmacist and owner

bers on its Board of Directors. Shane Arledge,

Akin Akinseye opened with his wife Niki, who is

Consultant; Russell Goin, NewcrestImage; Michael

also a pharmacist, in 2017. The pharmacy’s services

Howard, Parkhill,

include filling prescriptions, free delivery and com-

Keaveny, Texakoma; Lesley Regalado, Career

pounding. The store also offers over-the-counter

Resource Services; Tom Reitinger, Community

medication, medical equipment and immunizations.

Volunteer, Abel Silva, Validus Technology Group;

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Smith

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Cooper; Shanna

and Martin Thornthwaite, Clark Hill Strasburger.

tical industry. He has worked for well-known com-

“We’re very excited to welcome these eight new mem-

panies, such as CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens, and

bers to Frisco Family Services’ Board of Directors,” said

owned a pharmacy in The Colony for six years.

Nicole Bursey, Frisco Family Services’ Executive Director.

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WITH DARK BRUNETTE HAIR AND GLISTENING WIDE EYES,

The things that have had the biggest impact on me are the peo-

LAURIE GRAHAM KING IS STRIKINGLY BEAUTIFUL, AND

ple and the individual experiences that I have with them. But one in

UNAPOLOGETICALLY “LIVING HER BEST LIFE” AS THE VIRAL

particular was a woman in L.A. who had taken my brochure and put

SAYING NOW GOES. A woman of strength and intention, her inner

it on her vision board. She said that after she was 12 months sober,

confidence is one that’s just as alluring as it is inviting, and one of the

that she was going to reward herself by calling me for a fashion

many underlying currents for her multiple waves of success.

makeover. She had recently gone through a divorce, and one of the

Ask anyone from her prior Plano days whether the now celebrated

reasons for the divorce was because she was drinking too much. She

stylist had fashion written in her future, and the answer – surpris-

did a whole resurgence and a year later she hired me and showed

ingly -- would have been no. “If you would have seen a picture of me

me my brochure and just cried. It was a really heartfelt moment.

graduating high school and said, ‘This girl is going to be your future stylist’, everyone would have said that she’s not going to make five

AND ALSO HEARTFELT WOULD BE MEETING YOUR HUS-

steps that way in her life – that’s crazy,” Laurie says.

BAND OF TWO YEARS, CHRIS KING, ALONG THE WAY. HOW

Crazy is surely the new black, as the Texas native scaled new

DID YOU TWO MEET?

heights to chat fashion on national television, style celebrity red car-

Everything I do in life is intentional. After 11 years in Los Angeles,

pet appearances, consult with top designers, and make a difference

with no personal life, working seven days a week, owning my own

in hundreds of people’s lives.

home, having my own car, and with a long client list, I wanted to

Notwithstanding any of her dazzling achievements, Laurie has a

scale back and share life with someone. Nobody goes to their grave

big heart, with an even larger closet, an incredibly fresh marriage,

getting an award or patting themselves on the back dying lonely

with dreams and a future as big as Texas.

saying ‘I have more clients than anybody.’ I had a seed planted in my heart that ‘Oh my God, I think my husband is back in Dallas. So I

YOU GRADUATED WITH A BROADCAST NEWS DEGREE FROM

moved back to Dallas and it took a whole year to transfer and to get

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS (GO LONGHORNS!) AND EVENTU-

more clients. I went on Match.com and my husband Chris was my

ALLY LEFT CORPORATE AMERICA TO START YOUR OWN STYL-

second date. I still hadn’t even unpacked my moving boxes yet and

ING BUSINESS FOR PROFESSIONAL MEN AND WOMEN. TELL

he told me on our first date that this was going to be my last first kiss

ME ABOUT YOUR ENTRANCE INTO THE WORLD OF FASHION.

and by God, he held true to his promise.

One of the things that I noticed in Corporate America was the impact that your image has on the way that people perceive you and

IS IT EVERYTHING YOU COULD HAVE HOPED IT COULD BE?

your ability to close board deals, to get a job, and to also have an

Totally. On January 1, 2014, I was in Aspen. I went to the top of

advantage in dating, the workplace or life in general. The essence of

Ajax Mountain on the gondola in blue jeans and a sweater and I sat

what I do is to help people with self-love, and it just so happens to

down with a journal. I wrote down the kind of man that I wanted.

be through the vehicle of fashion. However many crows feet I have –

I didn’t care about height or eye color. My definition of sexy was

that’s how many clients I’ve had! I’ve worked with every single body

someone who had integrity, who was monogamy-minded, who

type you can imagine from schoolteachers who have saved up their

thinks that being in a relationship and being married is more free-

money for a styling session to CEO’s to celebrities. The fun of all of

ing in life, and that the partnership will elevate him to a higher

this is really giving people permission to shine their light brightly.

plane of success and happiness. I specifically said that I particularly wanted to be with a man who had already been married

YOU’VE BEEN IN THE GAME 15 YEARS, WITH 11 OF THOSE

and is divorced, because he knows exactly what it takes to be in

YEARS IN LOS ANGELES AS A HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER

a marriage; and preferably he already has children because you

FASHION GURU. WHAT’S BEEN THE MOST GRATIFYING

can tell a lot about a man by the kind of dad he is. I got the exact

EXPERIENCE OF THIS JOURNEY SO FAR?

man that I dreamed of in Chris.

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NOW YOU’RE A STEPMOM TO TWO TEENAGE DAUGHTERS AND LIVING IN FRISCO. IS THERE REALLY TIME FOR ANYTHING ELSE? I love being in Frisco. My favorite thing about Frisco is the suburban sense of community, and now that we have the Dallas Cowboys headquarters in Frisco and FedEx and Toyota -- there’s so much more commerce, and now we’ve got all the retail and restaurants to go to at The Star. There are healthy food options and upscale places to go and better hotels so it’s really an exciting time. We don’t have to go south of 635 anymore.

AND BESIDES YOUR OBVIOUS NEED FOR SHOPPING AND RETAIL, YOU ALSO TAKE PRIDE IN GIVING BACK TO THE FRISCO COMMUNITY AS WELL. This will be my third year helping with Friscovania. This event is another perfect example of how the people of Frisco and the residents of Dallas come together. It’s the largest family-friendly Halloween event in Dallas being held on October 27th at Toyota Stadium, and 100% of the proceeds this year goes to the Boys and Girls Club of Collin County. The entire event has something for everybody -- face painting, games, a haunted carnival, a costume contest, and a virtual reality section that will now be in the new National Soccer Hall of Fame area this year at the stadium.

And there’s a really killer, wicked fashion show. I’ve been to fashion week about 10 times in my life and I’ve seen every single top designer. Hands down without hesitation, the Friscovania fashion show is the most impressive one I’ve ever seen. I’m like a 12-year-old little girl when I watch it. I just sit there with my eyes wide open, clapping up and down – it is so impressive. I don’t know how they do it.

FROM FASHION TO MARRIAGE TO FRISCO TO PHILANTHROPY, WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOU IN THE FUTURE? Definitely more television. I really enjoy taking all of the research and all of the experience from working with so many people in fashion and in lifestyle. I want a platform where I can reach a larger audience and really empower them to become a better version of themselves.

STYLE CREDITS LAURIE KING’S GOWN BY Nha Khanh LAURIE KING’S JEWELRY BY Neiman Marcus Last Call and William Noble CHRIS KING’S OUTFITS BY Neiman Marcus Last Call CHRIS KING’S JEWELRY BY Breathe Deep Designs from Indigo 1745 STYLIST Leah Frazier STYLIST | Keith Manoy (cover + feature) HAIR AND MAKEUP | Maria Jose (cover + feature) ART DIRECTION Kris Lezetc

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TRUDERM, A GROWING MEDICAL AND COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY PRACTICE OFFERING SKIN CARE SEVEN DAYS A WEEK, OPENED THEIR SECOND DFW FACILITY IN PLANO, TEXAS AT LEGACY WEST. Located at 7700 Windrose Avenue in Suite G175, the new, 4,400-square-foot, dermatology practice offers medical and cosmetic procedures for patients of all ages.

TruDerm’s focus on quality and convenience makes it a unique concept in dermatology care. Staffed by Board Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Max Adler, and a team of seasoned skin care professionals, TruDerm’s retail-forward approach with locations in premier retail centers offers scheduled appointments and walk-ins to ensure optimal convenience for its patients.

Additionally, TruDerm offers a full suite of medical and cosmetic dermatology services in a state of the art, spa-like atmosphere. With an impressive portfolio of leading laser technology from Syneron-Candela®, TruDerm offers the latest non-invasive procedures for all skin types. The new Legacy West location also hosts a Patient Concierge to provide the highest level of service for patients.

“You truly get the best of all worlds at TruDerm,” stated TruDerm’s Medical Director, Dr. Max Adler. “With both medical and cosmetic dermatology professionals on site, our patients can have the reassurance of both perspectives for the best possible care. I’m incredibly excited to lead TruDerm as Medical Director and offer comprehensive, quality care to help patients achieve the healthy, beautiful skin they deserve.”

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New Location at Legacy West

Dr. Max Adler is Board Certified in Dermatology and Pediatrics and specializes in a wide variety of skin conditions including acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, moles, skin cancers and cysts, amongst many others. With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Adler is renowned for his expertise in dermatology.

“We couldn’t be more excited about TruDerm’s rapid growth and Comfortable Waiting Area

opening in one of the most coveted retail destinations with our flagship facility at Legacy West,” said David Pyle, CEO of TruDerm. “We remain committed to delivering best-in-class dermatology care with convenient service and locations for today’s consumers.”

“The opening of TruDerm allows Legacy West to continue to provide unparalleled services, the highest quality products, and the most pleasant experiences for our guests,” said Fehmi Karahan, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Karahan Companies. “Our guests expect and deserve the very best, and TruDerm will deliver that with its services in dermatology.”

TruDerm opened its first location at Watters Creek in Allen, Texas in February 2018. Services at both locations include treatment of medical skin conditions, cosmetic injectables, nonsurgical body shaping, laser treatments, facials, and leading procedures for skin rejuvenation.

Treatment Suites

Each TruDerm location offers a full suite of medical and cosmetic dermatology services, under the direction of Board Certified Dermatologist and Medical Director, Dr. Max Adler. The practice is dedicated to helping patients look, feel, and be their best by achieving the beautiful and healthy skin they deserve. For more information on

“OUR GUESTS EXPECT AND DESERVE THE VERY BEST, AND TRUDERM WILL DELIVER THAT WITH ITS SERVICES IN DERMATOLOGY.” the services and products available at TruDerm, or to schedule a complimentary consultation, call 972-635-3400 or visit TruDerm.com.

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FASHION + BEAUTY

G R A& C L E A C E THE INSPIRING STORY BEHIND HOW RICK AND MELISSA HINNANT TURNED TRAGEDY INTO VICTORY AND CONTINUE TO GIVE BACK THROUGH FASHION + STYLE 28

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THEIR “ACCIDENTAL COMPANY.” It’s what Melissa and Rick Hinnant call Grace & Lace— their successful fashion company that bloomed from great tragedy and a pair of boot socks.

Rick owned a landscaping company, and Melissa was in real estate. They decided it was time to slow down and start a family, but surprisingly to them, this took more time than they expected. After years of trying, Melissa finally had a healthy pregnancy, and the two were on their way to fulfilling a lifelong dream.

“IT WASN’T SOMETHING EITHER OF US SET OUT TO DO, BUT LOOKING BACK, IT’S LIKE EVERYTHING FELL INTO PLACE DESPITE THINGS FEELING LIKE THEY WERE—AT TIMES—FALLING APART.”

“One day, I was inspired to make a pair of boot socks for myself that had lace on the top of them peeking out of my boots,” Melissa says. “They took me eight hours to make and were a pain in the butt—I swore I’d never make another pair again. However, every time I wore them, women—total strangers—would stop me to ask where I bought these socks.”

Rick encouraged Melissa to sell them online, where people fell in love with both the socks and the story behind them. That’s how the “accidental business” started.

“It wasn’t something either of us set out to do, but looking back, it’s + Honeycomb Knit Sweater + Lightweight Two Fit Knit + Chiffon Hi/Low Extender

like everything fell into place despite things feeling like they were—at times—falling apart,” Melissa says.

In 2013, Rick and Melissa appeared on ABC’s hit show “Shark Tank” and developed an incredible partnership with self-made real estate millionaire and “Shark Tank” investor Barbara Corcoran. People were continuing to fall in love with the brand and its story. Grace & Lace went

Halfway through the pregnancy, though, at a routine doctor’s visit, Melissa was given devastating news: she would give birth to their daugh-

from six employees to 36 employees virtually overnight, and their growth continues to be anything but normal despite bumps in the road.

ter within 24 hours and, if she did, her daughter wouldn’t survive. Melissa

“In six years we have gone from making boot socks out of my living

was rushed into emergency surgery to try to save her daughter. It was

room to creating and designing complete outfits for the everyday

successful, but Melissa was very high-risk and would need to remain in

woman who wants to walk into her closet with confidence knowing

the hospital on strict bed rest for the remainder of her pregnancy.

that what she puts on that day is not only fashionable but celebrates

“As I laid in bed every day, I was going stir-crazy,” Melissa says. “I didn’t

her style,” Melissa says. “Hundreds of thousands of moms, teachers,

want to just lay there and watch talk shows; I had to find something to do.”

students, professionals and ‘mom-prenuers’ trust Grace & Lace to

That’s when she started making baby blankets for their little

help them look and feel their best every day.”

unborn baby and for other mamas in the ICU. Right there in that

The best part? Every time an order is placed from Grace & Lace,

hospital bed is where her love for knitting grew. Time began passing

the purchaser becomes an instrumental part of building orphan-

quickly with her new-found hobby.

ages for children, rescuing young girls from the sex trade and

Suddenly, one dreadful day weeks later in that hospital bed,

investing in women in need here in America and around the world.

Melissa’s water broke. Doctors could no longer stop the labor, and

A portion of every dollar that comes through the company goes

Rick and Melissa’s little girl, Halle, was born.

straight toward causes that support Rick and Melissa’s passion for

“We held her close as she transitioned into heaven with lungs too under-developed to survive,” Melissa says.

After Rick and Melissa lost Halle, Melissa continued to sew and create and even opened a little online Etsy shop.

taking care of children and women.

“It’s an honor to have people that support our small business and believe in our mission,” Melissa says.

Find styles for every wardrobe at GraceandLace.com.

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SEPTEMBER

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PARTING THOUGHTS

Mayor Jeff Cheney

Mayor’s Musings PRIDE TRADITION EXCELLENCE ARTICLE JEFF CHENEY PHOTOGRAPHY BRANDON FRAKES

FRISCO IS THE FASTEST GROWING CITY IN AMERICA TOPPING THAT LIST FOR MANY YEARS. We are small-town friendly with big city amenities. However, this impressive statistic and com-

degree, and have a choice of 27 indus-

pliment to our community has a massive ripple effect. Consider the

try certifications. Naturally, Frisco ISD’s

impact of 36 people moving to Frisco every day. It's a challenge

motto is Pride Tradition Excellence.

to keep up with the demand for roads and services but one which

I was elected to Frisco City Council in

city staff takes great pride in accomplishing. For Frisco Independent

2007 and my oldest son, Zach, entered

School District, it has been their mission to know every student by

kindergarten at Corbell Elementary in

name and need even with the unparalleled growth.

2008. Now, Zach is a sophomore at

Twenty-five years ago, Frisco ISD had four schools including one

Wakeland, Mason-8th, and Kaytlin-6th

high school serving less than 2,000 students. Today, Frisco ISD has

are at Cobb Middle School. Thus, I have

72 schools, including ten high schools, with over 58,000 students.

been engaged with Frisco ISD for a

Yet, Frisco ISD prepares our children for their future and continues

decade as a parent and city leader. Frisco

to win state and national awards. The Career & Technical Education

ISD is our city’s key strategic advantage

Center offers 50 courses in real-world learning spaces and has

due to the stellar education provided

attracted national and international attention. IncubatorEDU

to our children. I believe the ceiling of a

encourages entrepreneurship and teaches high school students

community is set by the quality of the

how to start a business. Students have internship opportunities,

education. Frisco ISD continues to raise

receive dual college credit including completing an Associates

the ceiling for our growing community.

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