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T H E I C O N S O F P I T T S B U R G H | movers + shakers

Volume Two

/2016

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

They say that if you want to know the best places, you ask a local. For anyone looking for their ideal home in Pittsburgh, that’s Todd. A life-long native and University of Pittsburgh grad, Todd knows every corner of the market, and his passion for the city is evident in his work as a full-service agent for Coldwell Banker. With an office in the heart of Shadyside, 40 years of first-hand knowledge of the area, and superior marketing and negotiating skills, Todd personally guides each client toward discovering the perfect home in the perfect place.

TODD MERCER Agent

5996 Centre Ave., Ste 301 • Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.496.1404 • Todd.Mercer@pittsburghmoves.com coldwellbankerhomes.com

Table of Contents

COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE

SAMUEL BARON CLOTHIERS

FOREWORD

SARRIS CANDIES

BEAR BRANDEGEE

CLARISSA BOUTIQUE

FARMERS INSURANCE

ALLEGHENY MTN. HARDWOOD FLOORING 48

DESIGNS IN DENTISTRY

GEORGE MOVING & STORAGE

DAVID SHRAGER, DEFENSE ATTORNEY 12

NICHOLAS COFFEE

GREG BETANT HOME DESIGN

PITTSBURGHâ€™S PREMIER NANNY SOURCE 52

MILLCRAFT INVESTMENTS

RUSMUR FLOORS

MILLENNIUM DANCE COMPLEX

DRAGONFLY PILATES

PHILIP PELUSI SALONS

THE BIG EASY ANIMAL HOSPITAL

VINTAGE ALLEY RENTALS

K YLIE MASCARA

FLUHME GLAMBAR

MARKET ST. GROCERY

SOUTH HILLS ORTHOPAEDIC

V.O. GEORGE GROUP INC .

VINOGLAM

HOP FARM BREWING CO.

CLOSETS BY TOM

ZEGARELLI LAW GROUP / IZZAZU

ALLA FAMIGLIA / ARLECCHINO

THE EVENT GROUP PRODUCTIONS

ABBY WARHOLA

DRS. PELEKANOS / GONZALEZ, OBGYN 68

APRIL HUBAL, ICONS CURATOR

BROOKS DIAMONDS

OPHTHALMOLOGY CONSULTANTS

AMY TAYLOR, MINC

KITCHEN & BATH CONCEPTS

GALS ON AND OFF THE GREEN

DR. JOE COLELLA

ANIMAL FRIENDS

ENRICO BISCOTTI COMPANY

DIANA MISETIC

EDDY HOMES

CIT Y GUIDE 2016

MEDITERRA BAKEHOUSE

SHULTS FORD / SHULTS LINCOLN

FOR SALE BY INVENTOR

EICHENLAUB LANDSCAPES

EMPIRE ROOFING & MORE

APRIL HUBAL

Owner/Photographer

Foreword

ALYSSA ANDRESS Director of Operations

ICONS represent the best of us. They think big, they dream big, and most importantly

KRISTEN ANASTASI Team Coordinator

Forward

they do big. They bring their dreams to life and help to change our region for the better. That’s why it’s so important for us to tell their story. ICONS OF PITTSBURGH celebrates those unique individuals who set themselves This book is a celebration of theand modern-day whoto have paved apart by thinking differently inspiringicons others grow. They are the newest the way to finally putting this incredible city on the map for what it Movers and Shakers, willing to take risks for the benefit of our city. They are the truly is — an imaginative, inspiring gem.

catalysts behind making Pittsburgh vibrant and unique, and they inspire others Now moredream than ever, a thriving, entrepreneurial city. to think, andPittsburgh create. Inisturn, they have become symbols of Pittsburgh’s New restaurants are emerging in virtually every neighborhood,

successful transition into a trendsetting, multi-faceted jewel. seemingly every day. Local boutique owners are collaborating on surprising, creative ventures, while around the world, the

As a tastemaker, I am honored to have worked with so many people who are innovations pioneered here are improving and saving untold lives.

expanding theirrisk fields in ways that have been imagined before. From Every day, more takers are stepping awaynever from the security of an office and into their own promising Music isto being restauranteurs to real-estate agents, ventures. home builders artists, architects to stylists, written, stage plays are debuting, prove moviesthat are being filmed and these inspirational individuals whether 25-years old or 65-years old, this artists are filling the walls of studios, galleries and homes. And

city has room for anyone in any field to grow and succeed. all of this is being fueled by the talent pouring out of our 39 colleges and universities.

This storybook is a visual inspiration platform promoting each person’s mission and As a photographer who livesto and works them here, I in wanted showcase purpose. I felt compelled feature their to “native environment,” showcasing the people who have been instrumental in making Pittsburgh one

the humanity behind their brands and portraying their individuality, success and of the most livable cites in America. This is such an exciting time

greatness. In the process — and recognizing fromcreative social media the desire for more to be here and to come together with other incredibly people. I hope you enjoy — the visual sought to capture naturally lent themselves grounded storytelling we sawstory howI’ve these photographs in each one of piece. these amazing individuals. It was a giftyou to get to a tangible I hope that in these pages, tootowill be inspired to dream know each one on a personal level.

and to do big.

Thank you again. I can’t wait to do it all again next year.

“Iconically Pittsburgh.” “Iconically Pittsburgh.”

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Bear is an award-winning style strategist to business executives, leaders, and community advocates. Her 20 years of marketing success informs each client’s

BEAR BRANDEGEE S T Y L E

S T R A T E G I S T

personal brand discovery. She helps women and men take ownership of their distinctive personal styles to move through life with confidence — whether in the office, board room, ballroom or 19th hole. Bear helps clients “dress their message” in her two showrooms, located in downtown Pittsburgh’s Diamond Building and in New York City’s iconic Crown Building.

Worth New York Showroom on Fifth • The Diamond Building 100 Fifth Avenue • Tenth Floor • Pittsburgh, PA 15222 • 412.877.0464 bearbrandegee.com 8

For Alexis, art is a calling. At 17, it took her from Pittsburgh to LA to launch a music career. It also drew her to medicine. “I always knew I wanted to be a doctor, and I chose dental surgery because there’s such an art to it.” She graduated Magna Cum Laud and earned her Doctorate from the University of Southern California, met Dr. Tammy DeGregorio at Designs in Dentistry, and discovered their shared appreciation for a healthconscious, holistic approach to cosmetic dentistry.

DR. ALEXIS PELEKANOS-GONZALEZ Partner

Life’s been an interesting trip so far for Andrew, to say the least. A baseball standout at Mount Lebanon High School, he played four years at Wake Forest University, kicked around the minors for two years in the Colorado Rockies organization, left to join the Bianco School of Baseball as an instructor, earned his masters degree in sports management, and then… opened the Andrew M. Goff Insurance Agency in 2014. “I wanted to come home and make a life for myself,” he says. Today, his agency provides Farmers Insurance, personal lines, life, commercial, and financial services. “We’ve seen tremendous growth, and I’m proud to call Pittsburgh home.”

ANDY GOFF Owner

3325 Saw Mill Run Blvd. • Pittsburgh, PA 15227

5830 Ellsworth Ave. • Pittsburgh, PA 15232 412.621.5353 • designsindentistrypgh.com

412.489.9531 • farmers.com 10

Photographed at Hotel Monaco

“Call us, and you’ll speak directly to me.” More than a hook from a commercial, it’s a truth that sets David apart as a criminal defense lawyer. For his clients, he’s personally available 24/7, with an uncanny ability to calm the most unnerving legal whirlwind. A graduate of Mt. Lebanon High School, University of Pittsburgh and the University of Miami School of Law, David began his career in the litigation department of Reed Smith before starting his own law firm. He’s since built a reputation that has earned the respect of regional media outlets that seek out his expertise for stories, and of the many clients who’ve benefitted from David’s philosophy, “Don’t be scared, be prepared.”

437 Grant St. • Pittsburgh, PA 15219 shragerdefense.com

He’s designed over 2500 homes, and yet, “I haven’t worked a day in my life.” That’s because for Greg, home design isn’t a job, it’s a calling. His earliest memories are of building houses with Legos and drawing them in Kindergarten. Today, with an eye for balance and flow both inside and out, he’s one of the region’s foremost designers of single family homes, additions, townhomes and pool houses in virtually every style. Working with builders or individuals, Greg begins with his client’s wish list, modifying his existing designs or starting from scratch. And he won’t share a design he doesn’t love himself. Which is why his clients love his work. Pittsburgh, PA • 724.779.2279

Greg E. Betant CUSTOM HOME DESIGN

Remember when the city would roll up the downtown sidewalks at 5 p.m. sharp? Those days are gone. Downtown has become a true, thriving community, much to the credit of Millcraft Investments’ Lucas and Marcus Piatt. With a blue-collar work ethic instilled by their father and company founder, Jack, a bold (some called it “crazy”) vision, and an immense pride in their hometown, the brothers have transformed myriad properties into vibrant residences and dynamic store fronts — including the Commonwealth building, now River Vue apartments; the former Lazarus store transformed to Piatt Place; and most recently, Tower Two-Sixty, a new mixed-use building adjacent to Market Square. From development to management to marketing, Lucas and Marcus are helping to make downtown the place to be.

MARCUS PIATT

President, Hotel Division

LUCAS PIATT President

419 Wood St. • Suite 200 • Pittsburgh, PA 15222 • millcraftinv.com 16

Barely a year after graduating magna cum laude from Westminster college, Tawni combined her two great passions — entrepreneurship and the performing arts — to bring Pittsburgh’s South Side a franchise of this renowned international dance brand. A former awardwinner in the national Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Competition (for dance, of course), Tawni recognized the opportunity to create a space where dancers of all ability levels could train together. Two years later, Millennium Dance Complex is home to nearly 30 worldclass instructors and other employees who provide expert training for dancers of all ages. She is, she says, proof that the city is the place for 20- and 30-somethings to carve their niche and fashion a career.

TAWNI DARBY-ORLOSKI Owner/CEO

2504 E. Carson St. • Pittsburgh, PA 15203 • 412.315.7900 • mdcpgh.com 18

Tela Beauty Organics by Philip Pelusi: You would think that a man who loves hair wouldn’t wear quite so many hats: internationally recognized stylist, entrepreneur, product innovator, photographer, go-to expert for top fashion designers across the country and Founder of the 12 iconic salons that bear his name. Along with his wife Jennifer Pelusi, branding and sales expert native to the high end beauty industry for 20 years. She is the Vice President of Tela Beauty Organics, the international luxury haircare brand, all empowered with over 35 certified organic ingredients, in which she says, “has simply never been done before.” Through their passion, energy, and foresight, they represent the vitality, heart, and success behind the hi-tech performance brand.

PHILIP & JENNIFER PELUSI Partners

TRICIA DERRY Owner

It was an opportunity that Tricia simply couldn’t pass up. After a successful career in the events industry — and having gained an appreciation of beautiful antiques from her own family — she had the chance to own Vintage Alley, a unique and delightful boutique-style rental company. For weddings, events, photo shoots and film sets, Vintage Alley specializes in one-of-a-kind pieces that add a singular patina and charm. From their cottage in Wexford, Tricia and her team offer their clients beautiful, exquisite treasures that enhance the look, feel and ambiance they are eager to achieve.

Exclusively available at all 12 Philip Pelusi salon locations, and telabeautyorganics.com

10913 Perry Hwy • Wexford, PA 15090 • 412.735.9765 vintagealleypittsburgh.com 21

While most 16-year olds were watching their favorite shows, Derrick was watching surgeries. After injuring his knee playing hockey and undergoing his own procedure, he would return to watch his orthopaedic surgeon in action. With that — and after stops at University of Notre Dame and Georgetown University, Orthopaedic Residency at UPMC, and a fellowship in Sports Medicine at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles — a surgeon was born. Derrick has embraced his long-desired return to his hometown with vigor, affiliating with several area hospitals and surgery centers, and serving as team physician for several local high schools and colleges. When not taking care of his patients he is spending time with

TIFFANY FLUHME

his wife and two favorite athletes — his two boys.

Owner

She’s embodied beauty as a print, runway and fitness model. Enhanced beauty as a physician assistant alongside renowned plastic surgeons. Promoted beauty as a featured expert on QVC and KDKA’s Pittsburgh Today Live. And bottled beauty with her own line of color cosmetics and professional grade skin care products. Today, her Fluhme GLAMBAR offers an array of beauty services with locations in Warrendale and Mt. Lebanon, with plans to expand nationwide. For Tiffany, life is beauty, and — with a loving husband and two wonderful sons — beautiful.

DR. DERRICK FLUHME 803 Warrendale Village Dr. • Warrendale, PA 15086 • 724.972.0238 fluhmebeauty.com 22

2000 Oxford Dr. • Bethel Park, PA 15102 • 412.429.0880 southhillsortho.com 23

Long before Pittsburgh owned steel, it built a reputation as a haven for glass. The art, passion and ingenuity of that era come back to life in Jay’s masterful creations. Pouring heart and soul into every piece, her made-to-order, hand-painted glassware is the perfect gift for any occasion and a stunning accent to parties and events. Each one-of-a-kind design is based on a personal consultation, ensuring that Jay not only meets her clients’ needs but exceeds their highest expectations. Whether hand delivered locally or shipped anywhere in the world, Jay ensures Vinoglam makes a gift or event that stands apart.

JAY LIOON Owner

Pittsburgh, PA • 412.952.2037 vinoglamglassware.com

Experts at their craft, Tom and Laura started their business with a simple premise: it’s your space, not ours. That’s why their clients have a say in the process from beginning to end, starting with a free design consultation and continuing handin-hand right up through the finishing touches. Whether it’s a closet, pantry, mudroom, garage or any organizational space, each client’s needs are assessed and a solution is designed and installed in a customized, conscientious and timely manner. From the first phone call to the final build, the experience is enjoyable and the results remarkable.

TOM & LAURA FERRI Owners

724.733.8530 • closetsbytom.com 26

Passion, food and family. It’s been the recipe for Chef Jonathan’s success at Alla Famiglia Restaurant for over a decade. Riding the wave of that success, Jonathan and his wife, Brandy, opened the heralded Arlecchino, a sister restaurant located in the South Hills, and continue to expand their retail line of sauces in more and more regional grocery stores and specialty markets. With much anticipation, Alla Famiglia is undergoing a long-awaited expansion which will include additional dining room seating, a lounge and a 1920’s Art Deco-style ballroom. All with high expectations for continued success.

JONATHAN & BRANDY VLASIC Owners

ALLA FAMIGLIA 804 E. Warrington Ave • Pittsburgh, PA 15210 • 412.488.1440 allafamigliapittsburgh.com ARLECCHINO 133 Camp Lane • Canonsburg, PA 15317 • 724.260.5414 arlecchinopgh.com 28

Abby’s artistic passion is inherent. Born into a family

April has been a catalyst in helping Pittsburgh get its due recognition

that emphasized art (the niece of Andy Warhol), she

as a creatively dynamic city. As a college graduate, she saw a glaring

was enthralled by her uncle’s black and white photos,

need in Pittsburgh for a fashion-forward lifestyle magazine. And rather

and began to seriously pursue photography at the age

than lamenting that void, she moved decisively to fill it, launching

of 13. She finds inspiration in vintage fashion and

Maniac Magazine in 2003 to celebrate the city’s young professional

classic films, and is drawn especially to capturing the

community through compelling stories and stunning photography. In

timeless beauty of women. Her stunning work reveals

the years since, she’s turned a spotlight on to virtually every high-

the very best of each person, and reveals their rich

profile personality and emerging mover and shaker in the city, helping

story in a single image. From portraiture, to fashion,

to elevate nationally the city’s reputation as a business, cultural, dining,

to weddings, Abby lets the moment speak for itself

art and fashion innovator.

and captures that moment in beautiful detail. abbywarhola.com

33 Terminal Way, Suite #533A • Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412.904.2281 • www.aprilhubal.com Photo by Anthony Musmanno

A B BY WA R H O L A

APRIL HUBAL ICONS Curator

When patients are your priority, proximity is the key. Which is why you’ll find Dr. Laura serving patients in numerous communities throughout our region, including Sewickley (where she lives with her husband, John Tippins) and at her main offices in Moon Township and Brentwood. With a degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and 22 years of board-certified ophthalmology experience, Dr. Laura has stood out from a crowded field of eye specialists by demonstrating genuine dedication and sincere commitment to each of her patients. It’s a devotion that drives superior service and makes her the region’s go-to person for eye care.

DR. LAURA PALLAN, MD & JOHN TIPPINS

TOM & TOMMY TRZCINSKI, EMILY MILLER, Kitchen & Bath Concepts Design Team

Leading the team is Tom, Pittsburgh’s only Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer, and his dedication to the craft is infectious. Since 1973,KBC’s team of talented designers, craftspeople and support staff have melded unparalleled service and attention to detail with the highest quality cabinetry and casework. The results are award-winning — National Kitchen and Bath Association design awards, a Remodeling Magazine “Top 50” Remodeler in the nation, regional winner in the Thermador design contest, and threetime regional winner in the prestigious Sub-Zero/ Wolf design competition. Whether remodeling a home or building new, the team at KBC Pittsburgh delivers personalized solutions for kitchens, master baths, offices, entertainment spaces and more.

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960 Beaver Grade Rd. • Moon Township, PA 15108 • 412.264.2020 4411 Stilley Rd., Suite 204 • Pittsburgh, PA 15207 ophthalmologyconsultantspc.net

176 Rochester Rd • Pittsburgh, PA 15229 • 412.301.8000 kitchenbathconceptspittsburgh.com 33

In weight loss, there are experts, and then there are experts. And then there’s Dr. Colella — a pioneer, professor, and founder of one of the first bariatric surgery centers of excellence in the United States. His 15 years and thousands of patients have given him a singular perspective on human anatomy, physiology, and the hows and whys of weight loss, making him an internationally recognized, in-demand expert. His groundbreaking -book, The Appetite Solution, has been hailed as a new approach to eating which suppresses hunger and empowers readers to control their appetite, lose weight, and regain health. His first bit of advice? “Eat as many tomatoes and blueberries as you can.”

LARRY LAGATTUTA Owner

There’s still a place in this world for authenticity, and Larry has found it in the biscotti and bread recipes of his grandmother’s kitchen. He traded a 13-year career in the corporate world for a bakery (and not long after, a cafe) in the Strip District, long days that start somewhere between 3 and 5 a.m., a wood burning Italian brick oven and a passion for

Dr. Joe Colella P I T T S B U R G H , PA

artisan baking. Every day, that oven is baking 1200 pounds of biscotti, much of which (along with his unparalleled macaroons) Larry shares the world over thanks to a flourishing online store. He also shares a few of his secrets, offering bread-making classes that stay true to his Italian heritage.

2022 Penn Ave. • Pittsburgh, PA 15222 • 412.281.2602 enricobiscotti.com 34

Building a reputation is harder than building a home. But since 1971, the Moritz family has succeeded on both fronts, creating luxurious living and establishing some of the region’s most distinctive neighborhoods. Today, brothers Jon and Matt continue to grow the business, create dynamic new communities, and build upon their company’s reputation as Pittsburgh’s premier homebuilder. They continue to raise the bar in the homebuilding industry for integrity, personal service and quality craftsmanship in every major and minor

JON AND MATT MORITZ Owners

detail. Because to Jon and Matt, their mission is to do more than build a home. It’s to make a statement for owner, region and builder alike.

262 Station St. • Bridgeville, PA 15017 • 412.221.0400 eddyhomes.com 36

After millennia of progress, it turns out the village baker had it right all along. Mediterra Bakehouse is Proof. Founded with a passion for creating world class bread, The Ambeliotis family uses the finest techniques and heritage flours, bringing it all together in a time intensive process that was perfected centuries ago in Europe. They share their extraordinary creations not only throughout the region but across the country, with locations in Pittsburgh and most recently in Phoenix. The family’s firm belief that there are no shortcuts to greatness is what helps this Pittsburgh landmark rise above the rest.

NICK AMBELIOTIS & FAMILY Owner

801 Parkway View Drive, Building 8 • Pittsburgh, PA 15205 412.490.9130 • mediterrabakeshouse.com 38

“It’s not my plan. It’s your plan.” That’s been the Eichenlaub philosophy for over 40 years, and it’s one that Keith — literally — has taken to new dimensions. Whether looking for a quiet place in the shade, a showpiece entertainment area, enviable curb appeal or a private space for family fun, Eichenlaub helps each client live the lifestyle they envision. That means actively listening every step of the way to understand and translate that vision, modeling the design in a 3D video that brings it to life from every angle, and arming skilled craftsmen with the right plants and timeless materials. In the end, it means delivering exactly what each client wants. And more.

KEITH BUZZELLI NEIL MONTGOMERY

Landscape Architect

Owner

As an award winning inventor with three patented inventions, Neil personally understood the complexity of getting an idea through patenting and selling on the market. He knew where companies and online “self-help websites” were cutting corners with incomplete patenting services and misleading marketing. Combining his sales and marketing background with his experience with inventing, Neil launched For Sale By Inventor® as a one-stop shop for inventors to research, patent and sell their inventions. It’s a niche his firm has filled with vigor, evidenced by over 1,000 issued U.S. patents and products selling nationwide. 375 Southpointe Blvd. #110 Canonsburg, PA 15317 724.745.1912 montgomeryip.com

Saxonburg Blvd • Pittsburgh, PA 15238 • 412.767.4769 • eichenlaub.com 40

In the pantheon of construction qualifications, “retrofitting a fishing trawler into a luxury yacht” would have to be near the top. Close behind would be a genuine commitment to making customers happy. Roman can count both on his resume. “Frankly, I love to work and I love people.” That’s why the owner and founder of Empire prefers his official title: Chief Satisfaction Officer. A gifted carpenter, mason and designer, he flipped houses along Florida’s east coast, becoming expert in roofing systems and in developing multiple, high-quality solutions for all budgets. It’s that aptitude, and client-focused attitude, that drive his business today. 2100 Legendary Lane • Allison Park, PA 15101 • 412.999.7135 empireroofingandmore.com

ROMAN IWANYSHYN Owner

In an off-the-rack world, Amy has found her true calling in the timeless art of custom clothing. Having made a name for herself at Bill Blass, Macy’s and Astor & Black, the Master Clothier chose her grandfather’s name for her solo venture, honoring “a true gentleman of style and class” with handmade garments for discriminating clients across the country. Each piece is a personal statement — the result of a one-on-one consultation and a 34-point measurement profile. All patterns are drawn by hand, allowing for unparalleled attention to detail and an incomparable fit.

KARIE HALAHAN

Executive Fashion Coordinator

AMY BARON BROURMAN Owner

ERNEST BAUGH JR.

Independent Sales Consultant

201 S. Highland Ave • Pittsburgh, PA 15206 • 41 2. 4 41 .1 1 4 4 samuelbaronclothiers.com 44

BILL SARRIS Owner

As part of their award winning service, this South Side Boutique allows each bride the opportunity Bill firmly believes that candy is a luxury. “It’s not something you have to have.” But when it comes to Sarris Candies, Western Pennsylvania would likely beg to differ. The name can be found in a variety of stores, and is the ultimate enticement for countless fundraisers. With holiday, chocolate bar and pretzel rod programs, Sarris has been helping schools and organizations reach their financial goals for over 50 years. Emphasizing the highest standards — in their ingredients, service and commitment to employees — Bill has taken the family business from his dad’s basement to a $45 million hallmark. One that most people around here simply couldn’t do without.

to capture the look she’s always imagined. Penny, Gretchen and Earldine carry on the tradition established in 1950 by their mother, Mary, who trained at the prestigious Fashion Academy in New York City. Today, the sisters’ skilled craftsmanship, personalized attention, and passion for creating an unforgettable experience are what drive them to provide brides with the un-paralleled service and selection of unique bridal accessories.

EARLDINE, GRETCHEN & PENNY NARCISI Owners

511 Adams Ave • Canonsburg, PA 15317 • 724.745.4042 sarriscandies.com 46

1700 E. Carson St. • Pittsburgh, PA 15203 • 412.432.3299 clarissaboutique.com 47

It started in 1938 with a crosscut saw and team of horses. Today, what patriarch Harry Hickman, Jr. launched as a lumber mill has transformed into a tree-to-floorboard operation of unsurpassed efficiency and excellence. With control of the process from the forest to the final product, the family The Hickman Family

LARRY JAKE

can maximize yield and set the standard for quality in the industry. They’re not the largest. They’re not the oldest. But when it comes to hardwood flooring, the family prides themselves on being the best in products and service — and that’s been a Hickman hallmark for four generations.

DENNIS JESSICA

501 Main St. • Emlenton, PA 16373 • 724.867.9441 alleghenymountainhardwoodflooring.com Lawrenceville Showroom: Open by Appointment 48

Coffee runs in Jordan Nicholas’ veins. And how could it not? He’s the fourth generation steward of Pittsburgh’s famed Nicholas Coffee Company, a landmark in Market Square since 1919. For nearly 100 years Nicholas Coffee has roasted the highest quality Arabica beans daily and sold directly to the public. It was founder Nicholas G. Nicholas who said, “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.” And it is Jordan who continues to embrace that philosophy, roasting coffee with pride, consistency and an unyielding commitment to quality that delivers a rich and varied assortment of tastes, scents and satisfactions for consumers.

MOVING & STORAGE, INC. The success of a mover rests on the people doing the actual moving, and that’s where Rebecca and Tom found their way to stand apart. They built their 40-year reputation by providing a multitude of

NICHOLAS G. NICHOLAS

Owner

JORDAN NICHOLAS Owner

moving and storage options, delivered by a team that’s rewarded for excellence. The result: a top-down, company-wide commitment to exceptional, personalized service that’s been recognized with a multitude of awards for service, quality, safety and logistics. Combined with their new, 15-acre facility in Freedom, they’re positioned to remain Pittsburgh’s choice in moving and storage

TOM & REBECCA GEORGE Owners

for years to come.

121 Tri County Drive • Freedom, PA 15042 • 800.810.2635 • georgemoving.com 50

23 Market Square • Pittsburgh, PA 15222 • 412.261.4225 • nicholascoffee.us 51

Having been a nanny herself, and having a family of her own, Brandi truly understands that trusting someone with the care of your child is one of the most stressful decisions a parent has to make. Itâ€™s what inspired her to create Pittsburgh Premier Nannies, a much-needed service that matches families with the most trusted, experienced and thoroughly vetted caregivers to build lasting, healthy relationships for parents, children and nannies alike. By focusing on shared interests and character, Brandi gives parents the confidence that their children are always in the very best of hands, even when theirs are hard at work.

BRANDI COWEN Owner

Pittsburgh, PA â€˘ 412.728.4750 pittsburghpremiernannies.com 52

RUSMUR FLOORS CARPET ONE

FLOOR & HOME

After 56 years, few brands are as deeply ingrained in the fabric of Pittsburgh as Rusmur Floors. Since Mr. and Mrs. Murray founded the the company in 1960, their flooring has graced countless homes and offices, and their five showrooms have become fixtures in the communities they serve. The Murray family’s second generation continues the tradition of quality, selection and exceptional service as a member of Carpet One, the nation’s largest flooring retailer association — ensuring that the Rusmur brand will remain a Pittsburgh standard for years to come.

THE MURRAY FAMILY

Left to right: Rick, John, Debi, Dave, Tom, Jim

MISTY LYNNE CAUTHEN Owner

Life has been a continual evolution for Misty Lynne. She transitioned away from influencing minds through advertising toward energizing them through the physical and uplifting art of Pilates. In addition to opening her own studios, she’s become a Pilates ambassador, launching programs across the region and teaching for the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater, Point Park’s department of dance, and many more. Misty is one the first teachers of the Bodhi Suspension System and the Balanced Body Barre program, and is also a Certified Golf Fitness Instructor — a natural fit for her desire to help people of all ages achieve the ideal balance of body, mind, and motion.

5518 Walnut St • Pittsburgh, PA 15232 • 412.387.3160 dragonflypilates.com

Kylie grew up a witness to beautiful transformations, watching as women walked into her mother’s salon and spa, and walked out looking and feeling better about themselves. Inspired to attend beauty school, Kylie’s parents insisted that college be her next steps. She obliged, but the start of her modeling career for Docherty in 2009 rekindled the spark. By 2012, Kylie was working for Anthropologie and had started her own wardrobe and personal styling business. Today, transforming closets and wardrobes, guiding her personal clients to

BECKY DIETZ

local boutiques, she helps women — and

Practice Manager

men and children of all ages — dress for confidence and success. She encourages her

AILEEN RUIZ Owner

clients to look and feel their very best, and

KRISTEN THORNTON DVM

see their true potential and self-worth – all without spending a fortune. Pittsburgh, PA kylie.mascara@gmail.com

SARAH LAVERY DVM

Mascara KYLIE

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ANIMAL HOSPITAL

After Hurricane Katrina, Dr. Ruiz came to Pittsburgh with her pets to rebuild her life and continue to practice veterinary medicine. With a Bachelor’s degree in biology from Florida International University, and a doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, she had been in New Orleans for a year, interning at Southeast Veterinary Specialists and training in emergency care, internal medicine, surgery and dermatology. Here in Pittsburgh, she opened The BIG EASY Animal Hospital in 2010, adding Dog Daze & Cafe 2015 to provide doggy daycare, boarding for both cats and dogs, grooming, and (as of this fall) a dog-friendly cafe. 12 McCandless Ave • Pittsburgh, PA 15201 • 412.908.930 • tbeah.com

A one-stop shop reminiscent of neighborhood markets from a past era, Market St. Grocery opened its doors in April of 2015. With a focus on quality, Dave, Rachel, and their partners offer a variety of local goods and produce such as cheeses and dairy, fresh bread, house made cold cuts,

RACHEL PRISELAC

baked goods, and household staples. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner,

Owner

guests can sit and enjoy a meal from the prepared foods section or simply grab it to go. The store also boasts a coffee bar and wine room with wines imported directly from Italy. With it’s friendly and welcoming atmosphere,

DAVID PRISELAC Owner

and a uniquely modern feel, Market St. Grocery is a destination that downtown residents are happy to call their very own.

435 Market St. • Pittsburgh, PA 15222 • 412.281.3818 marketstreetgrocery.com

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Contrary to popular belief, the construction industry isn’t an all-boys club. Kate, president of the V.O. George Group, has made sure of it. Through this Woman Business Enterprise, she and her team have worked with a variety of manufacturers to provide the highest quality specialty building products to commercial customers for over 40 years. They continually invest in ways to give their customers a competitive advantage, combining exceptional product knowledge, fair business practices and diligent customer service to ensure delivery of the right products — on site and on time, every time.

KATE SCHUSTER Owner

140 Church Rd • Wexford, PA 15090 • 724.935.1500 vogeorge.com 62

General Contractor – Continental Building Systems. Fairfield Inn & Suites at McCandless Crossings 63

It was the green thumb that did it. Already accomplished home-brewers, Matt and Emily began growing their own hops for their brews — and bigger aspirations soon followed. Matt enrolled in the American Brewers Guild program, and in 2013, the pair opened Hop Farm Brewing Company in Lawrenceville. Here, they hand craft exceptional beers including IPAs, Belgian styles, and an ever-changing selection of seasonal specialties with a focus on the emerging sour style beers. They do this all with a commitment to natural resources in every step of the process - from production to packaging and of course, their own hops.

MATT & EMILY GOUWENS Owners

5601 Butler St. • Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412.726.7912 • hopfarmbrewingco.com 65

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Arnold Zegarelli and Gregg Zegarelli. Father and son. Both innovators. Arnold is a world-renowned beauty consultant selected by SELF Magazine as one of the top haircutters in the United States, and he is the first inductee in the Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame. Gregg is an attorney, nationally rated 10/10 “Superb,” working with entrepreneurs, INC. 500 and publicly traded companies in avant-garde

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areas of law such as crowdfunding, intellectual

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property and complex litigation. Arnold is author of Diamond Capsules for Success and Wisdom, Gregg is author of One: The Unified Gospel. They are both frequent instructors and speakers, and together they co-authored The Essential Aesop: For Business, Writers and Professional Speakers.

ARNOLD & GREGG ZEGARELLI Izzazu Salons & Zegarelli Law arnold@izzazu.com gregg@zegarelli.com

Creating “awe-inspiring” events is more than just a job for Sheila Weiner, it is second nature. As president and founder of The Event Group, Sheila and her amazing team are experienced innovators and planners, best known for their creative ideas, logistical expertise and exquisite attention to detail. Drawing on 30 years of event production experience, Sheila has planned events locally, nationally, and internationally for notable figures and organizations, including unforgettable social celebrations, weddings, galas and corporate events. Whether it is an intimate wedding or a conference for thousands, every event that The Event Group plans is meticulously designed and flawlessly executed, bringing clients’ visions to life and exceeding expectations. 1008 Washington Blvd. • Pittsburgh, PA 15206 • 412.441.9811 eventgroupproductions.com

A happy customer is the best advertising, and by that measure, Brooks Diamonds dominates. Winner of the Tribune Review Reader’s Choice Award and six consecutive Talk of the Town Awards (measuring online reviews), Stacey’s Pittsburgh store in the historic Clark Building on Liberty Avenue has found its niche by making the purchase experience

DR. MICHAEL PELEKANOS

fun and relaxed. She and her staff take the time to get to know each customer, and help them find the most beautiful ring for their budget. With a passion for fine jewelry, Stacey is committed to offering her customers high-end designer looks at affordable prices.

STACEY BROOKS Owner

DR. GABRIEL GONZALEZ

In its 70 years, East Suburban OBGYN has seen thousands of patients but only three lead physicians. Dr. Pelekanos is the latest, having held the title since 1984. Board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, he’s also the inventor of a woman’s topical sexual enhancement cream. Today, as he works toward bringing this much-needed product to market, he’s transitioning leadership of ESOG to the next generation of young physicians. Dr Gonzalez, a former resident who quickly impressed the staff and was offered a position in 2013, is the first of the new generation of doctors at ESOG. With quality recruits such as Dr Gonzalez, future well-trained recruits will easily follow, positioning ESOG to remain a trusted resource for women for years to come. 580 Haymaker Rd., # 201 • Monroeville, PA 15146 • 412.856.7500 68

Brooks Diamonds

717 Liberty Ave. #303 • Pittsburgh, PA 15222 • 412.434.6007 brooksdiamonds.net 69

AMY TAYLOR Owner

JACKIE SORRENTI Owner

Much like the world around her, Amy has been constantly evolving as a professional — from a health system consultant, to marketing director, to partner in an agency, and now the founder of MINC. MINC stands for Market, Integrate, Network, Create. Every step of the way, she’s been strategically focused on delivering her clients’ message, and it’s that focus that drives

Size should never be a barrier to style, and Jackie’s boutique is living proof. Since 2004,

solutions at MINC. Amy and her award-winning

Gals On and Off the Green has offered a fashionable selection of sport and casual wear in

staff integrate strategic thinking, business

sizes from zero to 22. Jackie works directly with suppliers on fit, fabric, style and sizing,

development and creativity to build success

sharing insights gathered by working personally with each customer. Taking that feedback,

for clients in virtually every field, including

designers have dropped lines in skorts, added more selections in three-quarter length shirt

healthcare, building trades, oil and gas,

sleeves, and added smaller and larger size options. From professional, to country-club

entertainment, and more.

fashionable to comfortably athletic, Jackie and her team ensure that every woman looks and feels her very best.

1-844-344-MINC • thinkminc.com Pittsburgh, PA 70

7440 McKnight Road • Pittsburgh, PA 15237 • 412.630.8808 galsonandoffthegreen.com 71

CHLOE HUBAL Rock Star Dog

It’s a rags to riches story. An orphan, beating the odds to become Pittsburgh’s most fashion-forward model, agility star and hero to the kids at Children’s Hospital. That’s a full life for any (8)-year old. Chloe was adopted from Animal Friends in 2007, and in between fetching purses, unwinding at the dog park, eating snow cones and peeling bananas, she reminds us how unique, amazing and lovable shelter dogs truly are.

Visit Animal Friends of Pittsburgh at thinkingoutsidethecage.com Follow Chloe on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ChloeHubal

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DIANA MISETIC Owner

Diana’s imprint on fashion is worldwide. She counts among her designs a gown for Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, and a co-creation with pop artist Burton Morris for the 2004 Academy Awards that now graces the Heinz History Museum. Arriving in the States from Europe in 1994, Diana worked as a pattern maker for women’s couturier Westminster Design, rising to head of production and design after only four years. She then opened Little Black Dress, and has seen her work featured in Town & Country, the New York Post and Washington Magazine. Her styles are modern classics designed for strong women who live every moment to its fullest.

809 Ivy St • Pittsburgh, PA 15232 412.363.6442 • dianamisetic.com

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SHOP NO. 14 BOUTIQUE 4601 Butler St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412.260.6088 www.no14boutique.com E.B. PEPPER 5411 Walnut St. Pittsburgh, PA 15232 412.683.3815 www.ebpepper.com KRISTI BOUTIQUE 339 First St. Aspinwall, PA 15215 412.782.2033 www.kristiboutique.com RAGGED ROW BAKERY SQUARE 116 Bakery Square Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.441.1730 www.raggedrow.com VESTIS 5124 Butler St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412.784.1112 www.vestispgh.com LEX AND LYNNE 430 Beaver St. Sewickley, PA 15143 412.259.8409 www.lexandlynne.com

DINE THE VANDAL 4306 Butler St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412.251.0465 www.thevandalpgh.com CENACOLO RESTAURANT 1061 Main St. Irwin, PA 15642 724.515.5983 www.cenacolorestaurant.com VALLOZZI’S 220 Fifth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.394.3400 www.vallozzis.com KAYA 2000 Smallman St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.261.6565 www.bigburrito.com/kaya

SONOMA GRILLE 947 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.697.1336 www.thesonomagrille.com

NEMACOLIN WOODLANDS RESORT 1001 Lafayette Dr. Farmington, PA 15437 724.329.8555 www.nemacolin.com

THE SIMPLE GREEK 431 Market St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.261.4976 www.thesimplegreek.com

MANSIONS ON FIFTH 5105 Fifth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15232 412.381.5105 www.mansionsonfifth.com

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OMNI WILLIAM PENN HOTEL 530 William Penn Place Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412.281.7100 www.omnihotels.com

THE ANDY WARHOL MUSEUM 117 Sandusky St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 412.237.8300 www.warhol.org

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MATTRESS FACTORY 500 Sampsonia Way Pittsburgh, PA 15212 412.231.3169 www.mattress.org

THE GILDED GIRL BEAUTY EMPORIUM 5104 Butler St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412.450.0578 www.thegildedgirl.com

ARSENAL BOWLING 212 44th St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412.683.5992 www.arsenalbowl.com

SERGIO’S STYLE 2891 W Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15216 412.344.6696 www.sergiosstyle.com

THE NATIONAL AVIARY 700 Arch St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 412.323.7235 www.aviary.org

ISLE OF YOU HAIR COLOR STUDIO 5154 Butler St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412.781.1024 www.isleofyousalon.com

THE FRICK ART & HISTORICAL CENTER 7227 Reynolds St. Pittsburgh, PA 15208 412.371.0600 www.thefrickpittsburgh.org

DESTEFINO BEAUTY BAR 2751 Sidney St. Pittsburgh, PA 15203 412.488.4418 www.destefinobeautybar.com

PHIPPS CONSERVATORY 1 Schenley Dr. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 412.622.6914 www.phipps.conservatory.org

COPACETIC BEAUTY LOUNGE 1130 Perry Hwy. Pittsburgh, PA 15237 412.837.2534 www.copaceticpgh.com

S TAY FAIRMONT PITTSBURGH 510 Market St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.773.8800 www.fairmont.com/pittsburgh HOTEL MONACO PITTSBURGH 620 William Penn Place Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412.471.1170 www.monaco-pittsburgh.com HOTEL INDIGO 123 N Highland Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.665.0555 www.hotelindigo.com/pittsburghpa

RICHARD J. BAZZY Owner

It’s more than the signature “YEE-HAW!” that defines Richard. It is a genuine commitment for cultivating relationships between he, his team members and the community. www.s hults ford.c om Shults Ford • Lincoln KDKA’s Marty Griffin once called Richard about a Ford owner in a bind. The man had Wexford | 724.934.2388

gone seven months without his car because the other dealership did not have the correct

ShultsCertified.com part. Richard had never met him, but regarded this customer as part of the Ford family. Wexford | 724.719.6063

He personally got involved and was able to secure the parts needed in a matter of minutes.

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Shults Ford HarmarvilleThat’s | 412.828.2300 how Richard works. His philosophy is to build relationships and do what’s right.

That’s the culture he cultivates at the Number One Ford store in Pittsburgh.

“A Truly Pleasurable Experience”

S H U LT S F O R D O F W E X F O R D 10401 PERRY HWY W E X F O R D, PA 1 5 0 9 0 724.934. 238 8 www.shultsford.com 78

S H U LT S L I N C O L N O F W E X F O R D 1 0207 PERRY HW Y W E X F O R D, PA 1 5 0 9 0 www.shultslincoln.net

S H U LT S C E R T I F I E D PRE OWNED OF WEXFORD 10537 PERRY HWY W E X F O R D, PA 1 5 0 9 0

S H U LT S F O R D O F H A R M A R V I L L E 2871 FREEPORT RD. H A R M A R V I L L E , PA 1 5 2 3 8 412.828.2300

R I C H A R D J . B A Z Z Y | Owner

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