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2006—Steelers win the Super Bowl. The Miami Heat win the NBA Championships. Florida is crowned college football champs. Dick Cheney shoots his friend in a hunting accident. And Britney calls it quits with K-Fed. We were dying for substance amongst the mediocrity in 2006. But alas! A diamond in the rough! 2006 marked the beginning of an epic journey known as Moon Tide Media, and thus the story of Southbay magazine was born.

I joke, but in all truth it has been an adventure and a ride that I have thoroughly enjoyed, continue to enjoy and one I would not change for the world. The opportunity to be able to publish a magazine for the community I grew up in and to have this community take it, embrace it and make it their own is something I would have never imagined in my wildest dreams. Sounds a bit cliché, I know, but it’s the truth.

We can dissect the intricacies and business model until we are blue in the face, but where I continue to come back to is very simple: Our job as publishers is to engage our local audience at a higher level by simply celebrating the community in which we live and the people in it who make it such a unique and special place to call home.

Doesn’t get much cooler than that, so now is a perfect opportunity to say, “THANK YOU.” Thank you to the readers who have made this such a fun ride. Thank you to the advertisers for their continued support and partnership. And thank you to the team over here for being the best in the business and making this media platform a local leader for the last 10 years.

Finally, thank you to the women at Hamilton Butler Jewelers for sponsoring this beautiful issue. The ladies have just opened their showroom right in the heart of downtown Hermosa Beach. They specialize in fine jewelry of their own design, plus featured artisans, engagement rings, repairs and restorations. They encourage you to bring in your retired jewelry and let them create a new piece you’ll wear and enjoy.

So this summer, be sure to give them a visit on your way home from the beach or on the way to dinner and drinks to see their merchandise and meet a team of wonderful women.

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42 Get Outside

Hermosa Beach Fish Shop

38 Entrepreneurs

Healthy Spot comes to Manhattan Beach

South Bay bike tour

44 Style File

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52 As You Were

Manhattan Beach Badminton Club

54 Datebook

South Bay events calendar

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Old Bones, New Life

A historic El Segundo residence gets a fresh and modern rehab with nautical-inspired touches.

72 The People’s Court

Tracing nearly 50 years of 4-man volleyball tournaments in the South Bay.

78 Just Getting Started

As Moon Tide Media—publisher of Southbay magazine— celebrates a milestone, a look back at our first 10 years serving the community and where we’re headed next.

86 On the Move

After outgrowing digs in Hermosa Beach, Moon Tide Media transitions to a sleek new space in El Segundo with extra elbow room to grow.

90 The Long Goodbye

Before Toyota two-steps out of Torrance, we check in with the families, the businesses and a city confronting a new meaning of the slogan “Let’s Go Places.”

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EDITOR’S LETTER

CONTRIBUTORS

Laura Watts COPY EDITOR

Laura has been a writer and editor for more than two decades, working with national and regional magazines. She has been Moon Tide Media’s copy editor for the past five years, and she writes the business profiles for the company’s various magazines. She is also a professional musician and mom to a 9-yearold son.

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s I read through the first draft of our cover story celebrating the first 10 years of Moon Tide Media, memories of working on the early issues of Southbay began to flood my memory. I remember when it was only three of us—Todd, Emily and myself—working out of our homes and making those initial connections with our readers and clients. In hindsight, I like to think we knew exactly what we were doing and what we were going to accomplish in the years to come, but I think that would be doing a huge disservice to our history. Much of who we are today evolved over time … through conversations with our readers, our clients and each other.

We learned to collaborate, to bring outside talent in the form of writers, photographers, sales experts, art directors and more to fill out our little team and make us better. We’ve watched the South Bay evolve over a full decade and listened to what the community thought about those changes and what they want their children to inherit in years to come.

We saw new businesses arrive and others say goodbye. We witnessed the debut of Terranea Resort, the 100 th birthday celebrations of most of our Beach Cities and a tenuous fight over oil drilling. We welcomed new leaders and residents to our community and made tearful farewells to several local legends.

One of my favorite writers, Christopher Isherwood, who spent many of his years here in the LA area, once wrote, “I am a camera with its shutter open, quite passive, recording, not thinking.” In many ways I think that sentiment holds true for Southbay. Much of what we do, and will continue to do, is observe. To record our history, past and present. To discuss our future and make sure all voices are heard. To celebrate those local individuals who especially deserve recognition for their work and make way for the influencers arriving next.

We love nothing more than being a lens for our community. We hope our next 10 years will continue a tradition of thoughtfulness, integrity, passion and authenticity. We can’t do what we do without your support and readership. So thank you for taking this journey with us. We’re humbled and honored.

Rich Thomas WRITER “The People’s Court”

An LA native, Rich has been writing about music and pop culture for 14 years. A former editor at Raygun, he now creates the official festival magazines for Coachella and Electric Daisy Carnival. He was raised on Kings hockey and old-school hip-hop.

Michele Garber WRITER “The Long Goodbye”

A self-proclaimed information junkie, Michele has a penchant for history, news and trivia.

“Family and friends teasingly say I’m a vast wealth of useless knowledge,” she says. Yet her eternal fascination with researching new subjects serves her well as a features writer.

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Sam Savalbarro and her mentor, Danielle Aiello

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Walk This Way Through their shared experiences of loss, a Walk With Sally mentor and an 8-year-old girl solidify a six-year relationship built on trust and support.

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am Sovalbarro and Danielle Aiello met on Halloween. “Sam had just turned 8,” Danielle notes. “She’s going to be 15 this year, and she’s already taller than me.”

Sitting in Sam’s living room, Danielle was introduced to the 8-year-old with Sam’s mom, Georgina, and her older brother, Patrick, serving as a buffer. For added backup, Danielle brought two orange plastic pumpkins full of candy for the kids to enjoy.

“I was sort of nervous because I was meeting someone new,” explains Sam. “But after a while, Danielle made me feel really comfortable.” Sam and Danielle’s pairing was put together by Walk with Sally, a nonprofit organization “dedicated to providing free mentoring support programs and services to children of parents, guardians or siblings who have cancer or have succumbed to cancer.”

The desire to team up with the organization was instant for Danielle. “I had been introduced to Walk with Sally about six months prior to meeting Sam through a good friend of mine who was a volunteer on the board,” she explains. “I thought it was amazing and wanted to be a mentor. So that summer I went to training, and a couple months later they told me they had a match.”

Danielle, who lost her own mother to cancer in 2000, understood the value and support a mentor could offer a child coping with having a parent diagnosed with cancer. “It’s weird to talk to someone who doesn’t know what you’re going through because they don’t know what to say,” Sam explains. “Having someone to talk to that has gone through the same

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thing is really helpful because we can talk about our feelings together.”

Guiding Sam through her mother’s illness and serving as a source of strength after her passing, Danielle has provided Sam with a level of support made possible only by her own experiences. “I lived through my mom getting sick, going to the hospital with her, watching her go through chemo and then being there when she passed,” Danielle notes. “It was a very sad time; it’s still sad. But that’s what Sam was going through, and I wanted to give back and help.”

What perhaps Danielle didn’t expect was how much her time with Sam would help her cope with her own loss. “There are things you suppress that are painful and that you don’t want to think about,” Danielle explains. “But being there for Sam helped me deal with that.”

Guiding them both through the process was Sam’s mom, Georgina. “With our match, Georgina was very involved,” Danielle notes. “It really was a double match because she and I were so close in age, and we became friends too.”

With such a multilayered relationship that has solidified its bond over the years, it’s no surprise that Danielle and Sam are being honored with the Lifetime Friendship Award at this year’s 10 th annual White Light White Night event in July. The event, which raises money and awareness for Walk with Sally’s cause, has been the organization’s largest source for funding—though individual contributions can also be made at Walk with Sally’s website, walkwithsally.org.

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Plaza Bank will also be honored with the Beacon of Light award for their longstanding financial contributions and support. And Linsey Godfrey will be celebrated as a celebrity honoree.

With 62 current matches of mentors and mentees, Walk with Sally has clearly made an impact on managing the grief of our local youth affected by cancer, but they’re not done yet. “Our goal is to reach 75 by end of the year,” says Page Sacks, Walk with Sally’s community relations and special events manager.

Now a high school student, life has gotten pretty busy for Sam, with her goals for the future at the forefront. “I was kind of thinking about getting out of California for college,” she says. “Maybe New York; I’d love to try something new. I’d like to be an ER nurse, so that’s what I’m focusing on now.”

And while Danielle and Sam don’t spend as much time together now as they did when Sam was younger, their bond continues to grow. “I think this [is a friendship] that will last a long time,” Sam says. “We get along so well, and we always have something to talk about.”

When asked to share her thoughts about Walk with Sally as an organization, Sam takes a moment and says, “This program helps a lot of people, a lot of kids. I think I would like to be a mentor one day.” By easing even one child’s pain through the love, support and experiences of another, Walk with Sally is certainly making a lasting mark on the hearts of its community. 

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It’s weird to talk to someone who doesn’t know what you’re going through because they don’t know what to say. Having someone to talk to that HAS GONE THROUGH THE SAME THING is really helpful because we can talk about our feelings together.”

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Something Fishy Hungry and hopping aboard the HMS HBFS (Hermosa Beach Fish Shop) WRITTEN BY BONNIE

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y dad still refuses to believe that tacos can be made with fish. He’s a lover of the classic American ground beef taco, ideally with that crispy corn Ortega shell.

I, on the other hand, have lived in California long enough to have become a full-on fish taco snob. Battered or not? Native fish or anything goes? Cabbage or lettuce? And finding the sauce most likely to singe my esophagus has become a special mission.

Hermosa Beach Fish Shop has a lot going for it, most especially in the taco department. It’s also got a great location. While I’d prefer to eat said yummy tacos right on the beach, this restaurant is located at Pier and PCH in a shopping complex with loads of parking.

Have you tried parking around the pier lately? I vote tacos at HBFS and a stroll down Pier with your gear instead. The décor is kind of a mélange of various nautical themes, as is the menu.

I don’t think you need to try to do real New England clam chowder—or Manhattan if you’re keen for tomatoes—in California. Jason

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Neroni’s version at the now-shuttered Catch & Release in the Marina was pretty amazing, but even so … why eat deadly chowder unless you’re in Nantucket shivering in the mist? Chowder feels heavy and out-of-place in sunny Hermosa, and it’s not very bikini-friendly.

What I liked most about HBFS was what many folks do not, i.e., the DIY approach to ordering. When you arrive, you must make three crucial decisions: which fish, which marinade and which presentation.

The fish choices run the gamut and include a very nice ahi tartare that Mr. Sexton, a sushi junkie, wolfed down in two bites. Marinades include things like chipotle glaze, lemon butter and Cajun blackening. Presentation options include sandwich, salad, plated or rolled up in taco form.

The folks in line in front of us just couldn’t figure this out, despite whimsical and helpful blackboards plastered everywhere. They just wanted fish tacos, and wanted someone to decide for them. If this is you too, simply cut to the chase and order their signature “TKO Taco,” which features mahi-mahi with cabbage and tropical salsa. I could have eaten 17 TKO tacos, but two is likely ample.

Other nice notes on Hermosa Beach Fish Shop include the dogfriendly patio. As we’ve recently rescued two pups, this is all of a sudden critical. Know thy dog, however. As much as I love our family canines, I think there was too much kid debris on the patio for them to have behaved. I was glad we didn’t bring them, but if your dogs are more mellow than mine, it’s lovely to have the option to bring them along.

Ditto on the excellent kids menu, which is far too often an afterthought. While my kids will eat fish, it’s nice that they offer it here in smaller portions and without the spicy seasoning that Mommy

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adores. They really do want families to feel comfortable here.

If you’re a beer drinker, you’ll be especially pleased with the thoughtful draught and bottle selection. The Strand Brewery in Torrance represents with a Beach House amber ale, and there are excellent Temecula, Eureka and Coronado bottlings too. Nobody misses the Buds much these days, as Anheuser-Busch knows all too well—hence their rush to buy up as many trendy microbreweries as possible. (Alas, poor Yorick, we knew him well.)

Wines, however, are sadly corporate and totally boring, all massive production wines from a big distributor and available at the grocery store right around the corner. The glass of white I ordered was corked too, and neither the server nor the manager knew what to do about it. They kept offering to pour new wine onto the corked wine, as if this would make it taste better.

They also weren’t very nice about replacing what was an el cheapo $7 glass and a crappy one at that. Someone needs to do some training there. Next time I will take advantage of their minimal corkage fee and bring along a nice bottle of Mosel riesling to go with those fantastic TKO tacos.

HBFS is one of three outlets, and I think their food concept is fantastic. What’s not to love about healthy, fresh fish served the way you like it? If Chipotle can modernize the burrito, E. coli hiccups notwithstanding, then these Fish Shop folks may well bring Baja to the masses too. The South Bay is lucky to already have this great restaurant right in our hood. 

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WHERE WE LIVE | ENTREPRENEURS

Pet Shop Boys A popular Los Angeles pet store barks up a new tree in the South Bay. INTERVIEWED BY

MICHELE GARBER O’DONNELL

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ealthy Spot co-founders Mark Boonnark and Andrew Kim epitomize the innovative spirit that is synonymous with entrepreneurial Southern California. Since opening their first upscale pet care outpost in the spring of 2008, these Cal fraternity brothers turned business partners have barely been able to keep up with demand for their niche pet lifestyle business.

But the intention behind their business was mostly personal.

“The pet food recall happened in 2007,” says Andrew, who had adopted his shih tzu mix, Maya, during that time. “When looking into her foods, a lot of the foods recommended to me had been recalled. Mark and I talked about it.

We thought our pets deserve better and felt there were a lot better products and options out there for customers and that we could do it better.”

Mark, who adopted his Parson Russell terrier, Roscoe, lost another dog to cancer right after college. “He lived a long life … 13 years,” he shares.

“But I always fed him recognizable brands. They were more expensive, and I thought they were healthy. I never educated myself or looked into the ingredients. The pet food recall made people question what they were doing and actually look at the ingredient panel. That’s what really motivated us, being pet owners ourselves.”

While pet nutrition and the products they sell are central to Healthy Spot philosophy, the guys also championed small dog day care and grooming spas. For them, pet health is holistic and not just the food put in a dog’s bowl. “Dogs are naturally pack animals, and socialization is important,” says Andrew. “Grooming for a lot of the breeds is important to maintain their health and comfort. We looked at it in the same way that we approached foods.”

To provide services with a level of care that they would want for their own pets, they designed the daycare in a glass-enclosed space so customers could see everything going on and know that their dogs are in good care. “We always preach transparency,” says Mark. “It’s literal and figurative in our store. You can see everywhere that your pet is being taken care of. There is really nothing for us to hide, and we’re proud of it—because of the intimate care that we provide, the cleanliness of the facilities. We want to show it off. It’s our ‘doggie in the window’ concept.”

From their initial store, Andrew and Mark expanded quickly, opening eight stores in eight years. This summer they will open their latest Healthy Spot right here in Manhattan Beach. But why the South Bay? “Even though we’re part of larger Southern California, we try to focus on communities that have an identity, and the South Bay really has a strong identity,” says Andrew. “We like to be part of the community and be able to tap into that to make a difference. That is really exciting for us. We would have liked to be here much sooner, but it was finding the right opportunity.”

Equally important, both partners stress the value of a community that is socially aware, cares about health and fitness and enjoys being eco-friendly. “Dogs are the social enabler,” Andrew says. “They create real interaction. We have (dog) events … hikes, pawtys, yappy hours … people come together. We are literally able to connect with a community through their animals.”

While the duo are mostly focused on the successful opening of the Manhattan Beach location, they still find time to give back to the communities they serve in other ways. “We’re proud that our growth translates to the impact we’re able to have,” says Andrew. “Through our roundup (customers can round up their bill and donate the extra change), we were donating $100 a month. Now because of our growth we’re donating thousands— approaching $200,000 in donations through that program.”

These funds helped facilitate the adoption of thousands of dogs and cats through the stores. “For me, I’m proudest that we’ve been able to make a positive impact and stay true to our values through all the changes, growth cycles and challenges that have come our way,” Andrew says. “We’re no longer just an endeavor of Mark and Andrew. We’re powered by our team.” 

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WHERE WE LIVE | TIPS

Dog Days of Summer Keep your canine cool during the warm summer months.

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arbecues. Beach days. Road trips.

Summer brings many of our favorite activities. You can help Fido and Whiskers enjoy them too by taking some simple precautions.

HOT STUFF “Even in the South Bay heatstroke can be a concern for some dogs, especially older dogs and brachycephalic dogs [dogs with a short head and snout, such as bulldogs],” says Jennifer Bailey, DVM, a veterinarian at Bay Animal Hospital in Manhattan Beach. Keep pets indoors during the hottest part of the day and make sure they have ample water.

Signs of heatstroke in cats and dogs include excessive panting, labored breathing, lethargy, fever, drooling and vomiting. If your pet appears to have heat stroke, apply cool wet towels to his head, neck and chest and offer him cold water. Take your pet to the vet to be checked.

Beware of asphalt and hot sand. “We see animals with thermal burns and blisters to their foot pads,” says Mike Zareski, DVM, owner and clinical director of Western Veterinary Group in Torrance. Try to walk your dogs on grass when possible.

HIKES AND HOLIDAYS “When you go walking and hiking in this area, your dogs may pick up foxtails and other things that can get stuck between their toes or in their ears,” says Dr. Zareski. Check your dog’s paws and feet to make sure no plant material has hitched a ride.

Fireworks can frighten animals. “Know your pet and what triggers anxiety,” says Dr. Zareski. “Anxious dogs can seriously hurt themselves and do damage to your home. We can give pills for short-term sedation to dogs under our care if necessary.”

ADDRESSING ALLERGIES Allergies often plague pets during the summer. “If your pet is scratching his ear or skin, it may signal an infection from a plant or pollen allergy, or from a flea allergy,” says Dr. Bailey. Seasonal allergies can’t be prevented, but consistent flea control can help you avoid flearelated allergies. See the vet if you notice abnormal hair loss, bumps or redness, chewing and licking or scratching. Treatment might include flea medication, antibiotics for infections, antihistamines for itching or allergy testing.

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BONE APPETIT Keep that barbecued chicken leg to yourself. Bones can easily splinter, causing mouth and gum damageor internal injuries if swallowed.

HIGHTAILING IT OUT OF TOWN For car travel, offer your pets frequent stops (every two to three hours) and keep them in crates, travel-safe beds or harnesses.

NEVER leave pets unattended in the car. “Not even for two minutes while you take a restroom break,” warns Dr. Zareski. Even with the car running and the air conditioner on, temperatures can soar inside the car.

Both vets advise against sedating pets during travel.

When it comes to taking care of pets during the summer or throughout the year, says Dr. Zareski, “Take the same precautions with your animal that you would take for yourself.” 

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Two Wheels, Will Travel Kevin Wilkerson of Beach Cities Bike Tours shares his favorites stops from Redondo to El Porto.

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Hermosa Beach Pier

The Redondo/ Hermosa Border (by the Chart House)

Second best surf spot in the South Bay.

My tour points out the lifestyle, dining and drinking options including happy hours, the history of the adjacent old Biltmore hotel (did you know a measure to rebuild it in the ‘90s lost by a single vote?) and the tribute area to the Challenger shuttle and astronaut who lived in the South Bay.

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This prime location was also used in the film My Stepmother Is An Alien starring Dan Aykroyd and Kim Basinger.

Redondo Beach Pier

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El Porto

I used to live here for many years.

Best South Bay surf spot and location for the movies like 2012 and Blow. It has long and colorful history. Don’t miss the rotating rock ‘n’ roll hall of fame that is the band at Pancho’s.

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WHERE WE LIVE | STYLE FILE

Artful Kicks

Sneakers take a creative, playful twist for summer.

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Comme des Garçons Converse Chuck Taylor ‘Play’ High Top Sneaker (Men) $142, Nordstrom at Del Amo Fashion Center or shop.nordstrom.com

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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Andy Warhol Collection High Top Sneaker (Men) $70, Macy’s at Manhattan Village or macys.com

Vans Hawaiian Floral Authentic Sneaker $55, Vans in Hermosa Beach or vans.com

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WHERE WE LIVE | Q&A

Call of the Wild

Get on board with Terranea Resort’s nature nurturer, Lauren Bergloff.

INTERVIEWED BY PRESTON

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Growing up along the beautiful shores of Redondo Beach might give anyone an appreciation for the outdoors. For Lauren Bergloff, it was her family road trips to visit her grandparents in Montana with stops at national parks along the way that really inspired her love of nature. This love eventually led her to taking a perfectly tailored job as a naturalist and leisure experience concierge at Terranea.

native plant trails are perfect for hiking.

What makes the Terranea property perfectly situated for the activities and expeditions you provide?

Terranea is a “land not so far away.” I love that we are in Los Angeles County, but as soon as you step foot on our property you instantly feel like you are very far away from everything. In my opinion, the property is on some of the most beautiful coastline in Southern California. We have a beach cove that is perfect to launch kayaks and stand-up paddleboards out of. The kelp forest right off our coast is now a thriving ecosystem that you can watch right from your paddleboard or kayak.

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Is there an expedition or activity you’re particularly fond of at Terranea?

My favorite activity that I lead through pointe discovery is the Tide Pool Adventure. The Tide Pool Adventure allows guests to explore Abalone Cove Preserve and not only hike but explore deeply! Because it is a protected area, guests are able to see what the Palos Verdes coastline truly looks like. Another favorite activity of mine is the StandUp Paddleboard Tour. I went during the gray whale migration last year and was able to get up close and personal with a gray whale right outside the kelp forest!

It was magical.

You often get the opportunity to share your passion for nature with children. What is the best part about working with kids?

My favorite part about working with kids is that they are honest. Kids usually don’t pretend to be having fun, so you know when they are truly enjoying an activity! I love answering all of their questions and instilling a love of nature in them. I believe that if

you love something, you will truly want to protect it. I also love getting kids outdoors and off technology. My favorite thing to experience is when kids are shocked that they can have so much fun outside in nature.

With so many exciting adventures and beautiful times to enjoy at Terranea, what recommendations do you have for families looking to make the most of their time at the resort?

I highly recommend booking their adventures in advance to make sure they are able to experience as many as possible! Depending on the season, Terranea offers a different experience. The winter provides smaller crowds, beautiful sunsets and beautiful greenery along the native plant trail. The spring is wonderful because of the gray whale migration and blooming flowers. The summer is an obvious choice with great weather and longer days. For some reason, the fall has to be my favorite.

The crowds die down a little bit, the weather is almost always a perfect sunny day, and the ocean water is the warmest of the year.

As someone who likes to explore, is there anything that gives you pause, or are you one of those people who jumps into adventures with full gusto?

The one thing that I am terrified of is spiders. One time I was in Mexico and our tour guide was about to take us into a cave, but he warned us that huge spiders lived on the walls. Needless to say, I did not go into the cave.

I’m pretty much open to any other adventures that don’t involve spiders.

What’s your most perfect day at Terranea (aside from it not involving spiders)?

My perfect day at Terranea would be leading a morning hike, an afternoon Tide Pool tour and an afternoon bike ride. On the morning hike we would walk around the property, head toward the lighthouse, whale-watch from the Pointe Vicente Interpretive Center and then hike back to Terranea. The afternoon bike ride would start on property and head up the coastline toward Lunada Bay and return along the same route.

I love busy days that keep me active. l Visit pointe discovery at Terranea Resort for a full list of daily activities.

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My favorite part about working with kids is that they are honest. Kids usually don’t pretend to have fun, so you know when they are truly enjoying an activity!”

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WHERE WE LIVE | NATURE

Wing and a Prayer The El Segundo blue butterfly’s outlook improves, thanks to dedicated people restoring its natural habitat.

WRITTEN BY CLAY

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aily, thousands of passengers on hundreds of westbound planes pass over a fenced-in area of beach dunes directly west of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), adjacent to Dockweiler Beach. These air travelers, in addition to office workers in high-rise buildings along the 105 and Sepulveda Boulevard corridors and the 17,000+ residents of artsy, business-friendly El Segundo, are for the most part oblivious to the insect celebrity in their midst—the El Segundo blue butterfly—despite the fact that it appears on local murals, in at least one logo and is the namesake for a local coffee shop.

The El Segundo blue is found in a special butterfly preserve in the dunes bordering LAX and at a few other patches of restored habitat south and north of the airport … but nowhere else. Because of the insect’s limited range and its specialist ways, relying exclusively on seacliff buckwheat for egg-laying and food, it was among the first insects to be listed on the Endangered Species Act—a dubious distinction it has held since 1976.

Travis Longcore, PhD, science director of a Los Angeles conservation organization Urban Wildlands, has been studying and working to save the El Segundo blue for the better part of two decades. “How many are there?” is a question he gets a lot. He says the numbers at LAX are in the order of tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands.

“The important thing is we have all these little sites that have butterflies at them, that are spreading the risk out,” Travis explains. “There was always, historically, occupation at the El Segundo refinery, there was occupation … in the backyards of some folks at RAT (Right After Torrance) Beach and leading up to Malaga Cove, and we know now that there are some on the cliffs of Palos Verdes.”

Travis is optimistic about the blue’s long-term prospects citing ongoing coastal restoration programs as well as “the airport taking an active stewardship role” on its LAX Dunes property. “The airport has really taken over and run with it the last 10 years or so,” he says.

Travis continues: “One of the reasons I am optimistic is because it is one that is pretty easy to help out if you give it the right plants … it responds really well. I don’t think with any natural area in an urban environment that you can put a fence around it, walk away from it and expect the biodiversity to be maintained. You do need stewardship. There are [El Segundo blue] restorations up and down the coast that each have their group, organizations, people, etc., that are associated with them. In general, as long as we don’t drop the ball, we should be good on this one.” 

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BLUES TRAVELER DESCRIPTION: These thumb-sized beauties are blue dorsally, with grey undersides sporting black squares and an orange swatch toward the rear of each wing.

WHEN: The El Segundo blue butterfly becomes active in July and August, with the peak day being July 15.

WHERE: Good areas to see blues include some restored dunes north of Miramar Park on The Esplanade in Redondo Beach; in season at Dockweiler Beach at the north end of the parking area between the lot and the road in some areas replanted with seacliff buckwheat; the Chevron Refinery visitor parking area on the north side of the refinery, where you can walk right up to the fence and see butterflies right along it; and an area at the Snack Shack in Torrance between two ramps that is restored seacliff buckwheat habitat.

According to Travis, “You can open your car door and have butterflies fly past you at the park at the top there.”

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BEACHES

By Gray Malin 150 pages, hardcover Harry N. Abrams

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Summer is officially on, and we’re packing our bags with sights and sounds straight from the sand.

Malin’s awe-inspiring aerial photographs of beaches around the world are shot from doorless helicopters, creating playful and stunning celebrations of light, shape and perspective, as well as summer bliss. Combining the spirit of travel, adventure, luxury and artistry, Malin built his eponymous lifestyle brand from a deep passion for photography and interior design. His work forges the synergy between wanderlust and adventure, creating the ultimate visual escape.

Beaches features more than 20 cities across six continents.

PET SOUNDS

By The Beach Boys Stereo LP, Capitol Records The Beatles adored it, and the Rolling Stones took out an ad in the British music papers urging everybody to buy it: Pet Sounds is not only the Beach Boys’ best album but also one of the undisputed classics of the ‘60s.

Now enjoy it again on original vinyl in celebration of the album’s 50 th anniversary.

NATE THE GREAT AND THE BORING BEACH BAG

By Marjorie Weinman Sharmat and Marc Simont, 80 pages Random House Children’s Books Oliver’s boring beach bag is gone! This is a perfect case for Nate the Great and his trusty dog, Sludge. But there aren’t many clues in the sand and surf.

Which trail should they follow?

TENDER IS THE NIGHT

By F. Scott Fitzgerald 320 pages, Scribner Published in 1934, Tender Is the Night was one of the most talked-about books of the year. Set on the French Riviera in the late 1920s, the book follows the tragic romance of young actress Rosemary Hoyt and the stylish American couple Dick and Nicole Diver. A brilliant young psychiatrist at the time of his marriage, Dick is both husband and doctor to Nicole, whose wealth goads him into a lifestyle not his own and whose growing strength highlights Dick’s harrowing demise. A profound study of the romantic concept of character—lyrical, expansive and hauntingly evocative.

LOST OCEAN: AN INKY ADVENTURE & COLORING BOOK

By Johanna Basford 80 pages Penguin Publishing Group With this coloring book for adults, Johanna Basford invites color-inners of all ages to discover an enchanting underwater world hidden in the depths of the sea. Through intricate pen and ink illustrations to complete, color and embellish, readers will meet shoals of exotic fish, curious octopuses and delicately penned seahorses.

Visit coral reefs and barnacle-studded shipwrecks, discover intricate shells and pirate treasure. Secret Garden and Enchanted Forest fans and newcomers alike will welcome this creative journey into an inky new world.

THE SOUL OF AN OCTOPUS

By Sy Montgomery 272 pages, Atria Books The intelligence of dogs, birds and chimpanzees was only recently accepted by scientists, who now are establishing the intelligence of the octopus, watching them solve problems and deciphering the meaning of their color-changing camouflage techniques. Montgomery chronicles this growing appreciation of the octopus but also tells a love story. By turns funny, entertaining, touching and profound, The Soul of an Octopus reveals what octopuses can teach us about consciousness and the meeting of two very different minds.

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What’s the Racquet?

Celebrating 80 years of sport and socializing at the Manhattan Beach Badminton Club WRITTEN BY AMBER

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f you associate the game of badminton with outdoor leisure and backyard barbeques, think again. In reality the sport itself, and the competition surrounding it, is incredibly intense.

“The bird goes over 200 miles per hour,” explains Kenneth Schwartz.

“It’s an extremely intense, highly athletic, extraordinarily ballistic game.”

As a member of the Manhattan Beach Badminton Club, Kenneth gets a front row seat to watch some of the world’s best in action.

Founded in 1936, the club is celebrating eight decades in the South Bay, serving as “an iconic venue in the badminton world for over 75 of those years,” Kenneth notes. Hosting national tournaments, Olympians and players from all over the world, the Manhattan Beach Badminton Club is the oldest club on the West Coast completely dedicated to the sport.

But there’s more to the club than its highly competitive spirit. There’s a social element that has solidified its role in the South Bay community. In addition to the trophies and awards displayed in the main hall, there are walls lined with photos from various social events—the who’s who of the town as well as a number of club members, many of whom didn’t even play badminton.

“The whole idea of the club having this incredible sport element mixed with a social environment makes it very unique,” explains Kenneth. “What tells the story of this club to me is the logo. You can see the badminton component, but there’s also a jester coming out of a martini glass.”

On the weekends, the BBQ and bar area next to the pool bustles with club members enjoying their time with family and friends. Members have enjoyed cocktail-filled soirees, costume parties, luaus and dances during the club’s 80-year stretch.

During the ‘50s, when Manhattan Beach was flooded with pilots and flight attendants, and the ‘60s, when the South Bay became a hub for engineers, the club has maintained its balance of sport and play. However, it has evolved immensely since its origin in 1936. What began as a tiny space on Marine and The Strand developed into three courts and a clubhouse on 18th Street and Ardmore.

The move was a result of the efforts made by a small group of members who raised money by doing a comedy and music routine at the Pier Avenue School.

The money enabled them to buy “seven lots for $255 each,” explains club member Peter Steinbroner. During the ‘40s, other than the occasional summerhouse, the club was the only structure there.

In 1951 the pool was built; in 1967 the lounge that exists today was constructed. In 1969 the original three courts were torn down, making way for the 1970 construction of the five current courts. “The courts are unique in that they’re wood,” Peter notes, “rather than the portable courts with the matlike surface.”

The club has changed in many ways and served many purposes since its origin, including housing the U.S. Army after the start of WWII. (The officers stayed on the courts, and the artillery and tents were on 19 th Street.) But it has consistently been a source of pride for its members, who have served as Manhattan Beach ambassadors to the many international players who have trained on the club’s courts, as well as during their own international travel.

“To have players come from this club and play at the world level says a lot for the coaching that goes on here and the growth of the sport nationally and internationally,” says Kenneth. Whether utilizing the resources available to maximize their ability as players or simply enjoying the social scene, the members of the Manhattan Beach Badminton Club have everything they need tucked away in the heart of town. 

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WOULDN’T IT BE NICE? July 23

White Light White Night

Celebrating 10 years, Walk With Sally’s annual fundraising event brings out crisp attire to a cool alfresco scene as guests party the evening away and enjoy local bites, beverages and a tempting auction. All proceeds go to Walk With Sally’s mission to mentor kids affected by a loved one with cancer. Top of the Plaza at Continental Park in El Segundo, walkwithsally.org August 4-7

International Surf Festival

Torrance hosts the 55th annual event promoting the four South Bay Beach Cities, the world’s best lifeguard service and the physical fitness of more than 1,000 participants.

The three signature events—the Judge Taplin Lifeguard Medley Relay, the Dwight Crum Pierto-Pier Swim and the Charley Saikley 6-Man Volleyball Tournament—will attract both local and international competitors. surffestival.org

July 4 Village Runner 4th of July 5K 8 a.m., Riviera Village villagerunner.com

10 Brian Wilson performs Pet Sounds 7 p.m., Hollywood Bowl hollywoodbowl.com

Louis CK

8 p.m., LA Forum fabulousforum.com

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SURF’S UP Top: International Surf Festival.

Right: Brian Wilson live at the Bowl.

15–17 South Bay Greek Festival

St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church in Redondo Beach sbgreekfestival.com

16 Champion for Children 5K Run/Walk

17 Celebrate Chefs

4 to 7 p.m., Catalina View Vineyards celebratechefs.com

20 Team Golf Championship The Links at Terranea terranea.com

7 a.m., South Coast Botanic Garden sbchc.com

August

16–17 PVAC Art Lawn Show

5–7 Hello Dolly!

10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Malaga Cove Plaza pvartcenter.org

2 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday) and 8 p.m.

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4th Annual Tour de Pier

Dolvett Quince, Agi Hirshberg, Heath Gregory

Christian “Chinny” Hackley

Gene Simmons

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This stationary cycling event benefited three cancer charities: the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, the Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach and the Uncle Kory Foundation. The Tour de Pier broke records by raising more than $1.1 million for cancer research.

Spring GALA

Hosted by the PHS Parent Association, this successful event brought Peninsula Heritage parents, friends, trustees, teachers and administrators to a large private space at Brouwerij West in San Pedro. Parent Association co-president and GALA chair Tristen Moffett, along with her numerous committee chairs, presented an extensive silent auction, a superb New York Food Co. dinner and a vigorous live auction, raising funds for Peninsula Heritage’s athletic facilities.

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3rd Annual South Bay Beer and Wine Festival

The Rotary Clubs of El Segundo, Palos Verdes Peninsula and South Bay Sunrise presented the third annual South Bay Beer and Wine Festival featuring many wineries, breweries and restaurants, live music, plus silent auction and opportunity drawing.

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Trina Turk Finding Dory Fashion Show

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In celebrating Dory’s return to the silver screen this June, Trina Turk has collaborated with Disney Pixar to create a capsule collection for the entire family!

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South Bay Go Red For Women Luncheon

Kori Clausen with daughters Hailey, Leila, Sophia and Sloan

The American Heart Association’s South Bay Go Red For Women Luncheon drew close to 300 people and raised more than $200,000 in support of the fight against heart disease and stroke. The AHA honored StubHub general manager Katie Pandolfo, Four Daughters Kitchen owner Kori Clausen and actress Regina Hall. Providence Little Company of Mary chief executive Mary Kingston chaired the event.

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A World of Flavor

Las Candalistas celebrated their 48th spring event fundraiser, A World of Flavor, at the beautiful Catalina View Garden in Rancho Palos Verdes. Chef Bernard Ibarra from Terranea led the Culinary Speaker series.

Guests enjoyed lunch, shopping and the incredible ocean view. Proceeds benefited Pediatric Therapy Network, TrinityKids Care Hospice and Community’s Child.

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Sandpipers’ 24th Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon

Five hundred guests were treated to a runway show

by Los Angeles-based Ella Moss, a shopping boutique, and silent and live auctions.

The event raised more than $105,000 for Sandpipers’ philanthropic programs.

Jacqueline Pomahac and Rachel Goad

Tiffany Quick, Susan Kellogg, Rachel Bosma, Pamella Protzel-Scott, Jen Buchsbaum

Top: Michelle Mason, Jennifer Barry, Cara Hagemeister, Hilary Perkins, Laura Mueller, Stacey Clarke. Bottom: Jen DeClark, Maili Bergman, Jennifer Buchsbaum, Lori Ford, Kathi Evans.

Everything is Groovy

Tom Cyr, Suzy Cyr, Kathy Kellogg, Adrienne Nakashima

Adrienne Nakashima and Betsy Brien

South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation (SCBGF) celebrated their Nature Connects exhibit with a silent disco at the garden. The exhibit connected the South Bay community to their garden, reminding them of the important role open spaces play in our lives. All proceeds went back to SCBGF to help the garden “grow” for generations to come.

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South Bay garden members get their groove on.

Janet Marott, Pete Olpe, David Hadley, Adrienne Nakashima

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27th Annual Seahorse Classic

Peninsula Committee Children’s Hospital held its 27th annual golf tournament at Palos Verdes Country Club on April 25. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Players enjoyed a funfilled day that included lunch, golf, special contests, dinner, silent and live auctions, and raffle.

Val Kelly, Kate Cocke, Meredith Edwards Wally Durham, Dennis Towle, Peter Kelly, Dave Dennee

Carey Romer, Patty Ochi, Karen Miller

Jim Cook, Al Walsh, Jeff Maclean, Dave Farrell

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37th Annual Providence Little Company of Mary Golf Classic

The front nine at Palos Verdes Golf Course is one of the few courses to be called “a perfect nine,” because there are no two consecutive holes with the same par. Proceeds from the tournament benefited the Cardiovascular Center of Excellence at Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center.

Fred Carr, Leon Artzner, Jo Vournas, Will Conrad

Larry Wolf and Jim Hunter

Greg Halvorsen and Tom Jankovich

Rob Moore, MD, Laird Hayes, Peter Cotton, Colleen Moore

Sean Armstrong, Jacky Glass, Steve Morikawa, Sister Terrence Landini, LCM, Hazel Breen

Co-chairs Ed Fountain and Rich Severa

Las Ninas Fashion Show 2016: Un Jour Aux Champs Elysees Las Madrecitas, an auxiliary of the Charitable Children’s Guild of the Orthopaedic Institute for Children (OIC), hosted its annual fashion show on Saturday, April 23 at Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes to benefit OIC and honor its 2016 Las Niñas senior class for their community service.

Leilani Emnace, Lisa Navarro, Jean Zwarg, Dee Scott

Claire Mihm, Alissa Messenger, Sophia Khoury, Madison MacAuley, Nicole Shearin, Shanaya Pudumjee

Jeanette Oka, Debra Hart, Dr. Mina Maher, Sophia Suhr

Nicole Shearin, Madison McAuley, Jessica White

Dr. Jennifer Beck and Kelly Merda

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Shade Hotel 2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Party

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Stylish derby attire and mint juleps at Shade Hotel made for a fantastic event to watch the exciting action at Churchill Downs! At Shade Hotel’s second annual Kentucky Derby party, guests enjoyed G.H. Mumm Champagne, derby-inspired cocktails and small plates, along with fun contests and prizes! A portion of the proceeds benefited Richstone Family Center.

GrowingGreat’s Farm-to-Table Benefit Dinner

Manhattan Beach executive chef Diana Stavaridis prepared a “farm-fresh,” glutenfree dinner for guests attending the benefit, which raised funds for GrowingGreat’s food education initiatives and honored the chef’s work as founder of the GrowingGreat Jr. Chefs Program.

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Bluewater Grill Passport to Redondo

Bluewater celebrated its 20th anniversary with a “passport� tour to showcase the new waterfront patio and remodeled private rooms.

Jim U. with the management team and guests

Maryann Guthrie and friends

Nancy Robson and Paul Robson

Kace Endo and friends

Deanna Sarro, Lato Salazar, Vida Dye

Childhelp Old Hollywood Fundraiser

The special event at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel featured a fine wine auction, live auction, VIP photo opportunities and big band music by The Lauren Koval Band.

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The Peninsula Education Foundation’s Main Event 2016

This year’s Saturday Night Live theme made for night full of laughter. The live auction featured Micato Luxury Safaris, a New York Fashion Week/BCBG experience, Grammy Awards experience, a Ferrari for a weekend from Ferrari South Bay, Terranea Spa membership and more. A raffle drawing for a gorgeous new Lexus RX 350 completed the night.

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Jeri Delatorre and Jody Pastell

Stacy Fuchino, Michael Moore, Robert Ruiz, Jeff Greenwood

Dan White, Beth White, Jama Maxfield

Danielle Yamaguchi, Lynn Kim, Miles Loo, Jenny Vuong-Loo

Roma Mistry, Tracy Underwood, Christine Byrne

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Old Bones, New Life A couple with New England roots reinvents a historic El Segundo residence with fresh and modern, nautical-inspired hints recalling Cape Cod and Nantucket.

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hree years ago Santa Monica–based couple Anne and Dave Collard set out to find the ultimate fixer-upper for their growing family of three children. “We wanted to be in the South Bay, and someone mentioned El Segundo. So we ended up coming down and going to different parks and meeting with different families,” explains Anne, an interior designer who works as a buyer for Waterleaf Interiors in Manhattan Beach and also owns a design firm. “We ended up meeting with a Realtor, and she asked, ‘What are you looking for?’ I said, ‘I grew up on Nantucket, and I’m trying to find a New England sort of Cape Cod fixer-upper.”

Dave, who grew up in Boston, is a screenwriter who works in Los Angeles. “I told her, ‘The more work, the better,’” he shares. Within weeks the Realtor sent Anne an email with a listing for a historic home in El Segundo.

“The next morning I piled all the kids in the car and drove down to see it,” says Anne, a former buyer for Shutters on the Beach and Casa del Mar in Santa Monica. “I immediately knew from the outside that this was the house for us.”

But this wasn’t just any ordinary South Bay dwelling. The Cape Cod-style home, the oldest on record in El Segundo, was built in 1906 for the foreman of Standard Oil Company.

The Collards bought the house knowing it needed substantial work. They went through the arduous process of pulling necessary permits and exactly two weeks later learned they were expecting their fourth child.

“It was not livable,” explains Anne of the house that remained relatively untouched by the previous homeowner, who raised five children there. “All the plumbing had seeped into the walls, and honestly the only thing that’s still existing is the fireplace and, of course, the front of the house. I wanted to really keep the authenticity of it.”

For the transformation and restoration, the Collards looked to contractor and good friend Mike Sheerin of Sheerin Construction, who helped achieve a sophisticated, coastal feel.

“We pretty much took everything down to the studs,” explains Anne. The extensive project consisted of raising the downstairs ceilings to create an open, flowing floor plan; situating the stairs to code; and adding a bedroom, nursery and laundry upstairs. They also converted the existing garage to serve as Anne’s design studio and added a large deck, a vegetable garden and a playhouse.

“I was so excited, and the real estate agent was like, ‘Are you sure you want to do this?’ I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it. I wanted it to be really comfortable, functional and kid-friendly, so the kids would be able to ride around on their scooters. And I wanted it to flow well. There’s a lot indoor/outdoor flow.”

For the crisp, clean interiors, Anne used an all-white palette as the backdrop and added subtle punches of color with artwork and a blend of collected and new furnishings from her parents home in Nantucket, flea markets and thrift stores. “It’s very simple, coastal, minimalist, and there’s a lot of white,” says Anne, also

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COASTAL LIVING An all-white kitchen is anchored by a stove from Antique Stove Heaven, custom cabinets, Ceasarstone counters and floormats by Kiss that Frog. The master bedroom is outfitted with a headboard from Ballard Design topped with a duvet by Matouk and pillowcases

by Yves Delorme. The space features a pair of side tables culled from a thrift store, a custom bench and curtains from Pottery Barn.

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a painter who studied fine art at University of Colorado at Boulder and Boston University.

She frequents Long Beach Flea Market and stores such as Rooms & Gardens in Santa Monica for objects and accessories for her designs.

“When people come into the house, they say they feel like they are in Nantucket,” she shares. “I like to mix old with new and used furniture that meant a lot to me growing up on Nantucket. Everything in the house means something to me and has a story to it.”

In the sunny sitting room with fireplace, Anne outfitted the space with an upholstered love seat and ottomans in Serenity Linen from Best Slipcovers, a coffee table and side table by Annette Tatum, a lamp from Waterleaf Interiors and a painting by Nantucket artist Illya Kagan. She also placed two of her own original paintings of pears and a small seascape on the mantle.

“I love the sitting room,” explains Anne. “It’s a really peaceful place to have coffee in the morning.”

Anne designed the kitchen around a refurbished Wedgewood stove she found at Antique Stove Heaven in Los Angeles and paired the center island—topped with Caesarstone—with modern chairs from Design Within Reach and pendant lights by Juliska. She also added a fruit still life painting by Barbara Van Campen from South Wharf Gallery on Nantucket.

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LIGHT AND AIRY The bathroom features wallpaper from Ribbon Wave from Schumaker, faucet by Waterworks, sink by American Standard and fixtures from Anne’s parents’ bathroom on Nantucket. Anne’s office is fashioned with wallpaper by Kravet, a chair from Janus et Cie and bulletin boards from LG Designs.

house, and I centered everything around the stove. It’s really pretty, and it’s something that everyone comments on,” adds Anne, who along with Dave spends a lot of time in the kitchen making pizzas, crepes and pancakes.

The couple enjoys hosting friends in the space. “It’s a really good entertaining house, and Dave also really loves that. We have a lot of parties with friends that have kids, and it’s a super-easy house to entertain in. We cook all the time.”

The kitchen shelves and pantry also carry a piece of the home’s storied past: salvaged mason jars found in a crawl space. “During construction we found bins and bins of mason jars, and I use them all for storage for oatmeal. They have art deco shapes to them.”

But perhaps the home’s most recognized feature is the front door, painted a bold hue of Admiralty Blue by Benjamin Moore.

“I got the idea on Pinterest, and initially I was going to do a red door but decided on blue,” says Anne. “It brings me to back to New England, and I grew up in a traditional East Coast home, so I feel like I’m bringing a piece of the Northeast here with me. It definitely stands out.”

She continues: “Even if I’ve had a crazy, busy day with work or the kids, the house is so peaceful and calming. It’s like taking a breath of fresh air, and that’s what I really love about it. It’s definitely a labor of love. It sounds so corny, but it is.” 

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rom the first lifeguard tower at the top of El Porto to the Chart House in South Redondo, there are approximately 200 volleyball courts lined up across the shores of the South Bay. On any given weekend, they’re populated by a motley crew of beachgoers that set up shop at the crack of dawn and don’t pack it in until the sun sets and the cooler has been emptied, refilled and emptied again.

But a few times each year the courts near 16th Street, 22nd Street, 28th Street and 9th Street in Manhattan Beach swell to incomparable sizes with locals of all ages. They arrive with their favorite chairs and blankets. They share stories and old photographs.

Some carry the same umbrellas they’ve planted in the sand for nearly 50 years.

They are Olympians, former mayors, NBA stars, NHL legends, restaurateurs, bartenders, bar-backs and barflies, and they all come to honor a South Bay institution that has spanned generations: the 4-man volleyball tournaments.

“We have multimillionaires, and we have people that are barely making it and just want to live here.

But everybody is on the same playing field,” says Annie Seawright-Newton, organizer of the Seawright Tournament, which was founded in 1968 by her grandparents Roy and Bunny. “Everybody respects each other; they all get along. This is our common bond.”

Discuss the tournaments with enough people, and you’ll start hearing words like “tribes,” “tradition” and “family” passed around. From Knob Hill to Rosecrans, players claim streets like gangsters claim sets. Costa/ Redondo rivalries from decades past are reheated on the hot sand and served fresh with playful jabs from former classmates.

Former AVP tour teammates find themselves on opposites sides of the net, flanked by someone they grew up with or maybe someone they’ve just met. The bathing suits and the hairstyles may have changed, but the foundation stays the same.

Back in the late ‘60s, a $5 entry fee to the Seawright bought you a tank top, all you could drink and a home-cooked meal. Teams were drawn up the night before, and on game day Roy and Bunny would open their yard at 2806 The Strand for access to kegs and porta-potties. The Seawright continued that way for 23 years until Roy’s passing in 1991, when various friends and family members began to help the tournament along for the years following.

In 1997 Annie returned from flight attendant training in Chicago to find that Bunny, now in her late 80s, had sent back everyone’s admission fee. The event had simply become too much to organize. When the summer of ’98 came and no word of the tournament had surfaced, Annie’s longtime friend and Seawright regular Chris Brown reached out.

“I told him my grandma just couldn’t do it anymore, and he was like, ‘It’s gotta keep going; it’s part of our culture. I’ll do what I can to help,’” she remembers.

“So we regrouped and put it together in three weeks, and we held it at 22nd Street. It wasn’t as big, but

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at least we kept the momentum. We totally owe those guys. They helped bring the Seawright back to life.”

“Those guys” she’s referring to are Chris Brown, Tome Baldocchi, Chio Baldocchi, Chris Druliner and Andrew Kastigar, who run the Solstice Tournament. Started in 1976, the Solstice was originally referred to as the 22nd Street Tournament before Brown and his friends took it over in 2000.

If the Seawright is a good-time family reunion complete with a junior tournament for the kiddos, the Solstice is its slightly NSFW younger brother. For Chris Brown, the bawdy nature of the Solstice is something that’s meant to harken back to beach days gone by.

“It was pretty wild back in the ‘70s and ‘80s,” he says. “I laugh now when I hear people who move here from other areas and see 4th of July, which is a big party holiday, say, ‘Wow, it was out of control and wild.’ But what today is termed ‘wild’ would have been just a Tuesday afternoon in the ‘70s. We pride ourselves on maintaining that party atmosphere. We don’t want [the tournament] to morph into some old, boring, quiet day at the beach.”

Just up the road on 9th Street in Manhattan Beach, a different type of 4-man tournament takes place in the middle of July.

The BarryBob was started in 1999 by the children of Barry Walmer and Bob Cleary, two lifelong friends who passed away from cancer. Though there are usually fewer teams than the Seawright or the Solstice, the BarryBob features a who’s who of current and former pro players and Olympians, and according to organizer Kevin Cleary serves as “the unofficial old-timers day” for beach volleyball.

But when it comes to pageantry and old-school street cred, all 4-mans tip their visor to the granddaddy of them all, the Labor Day tournament, founded in 1958 by Lee Campbell, Gil Malin and Bob Courtney on 17th Street in Hermosa. Though it started as a 2-man event, Labor Day set the formula that has powered the heart and soul of every tournament that’s come since: a carefully curated dance card based on an A-through-D player ranking system that ensures maximum competition as well as camaraderie.

Luke Walton playing alongside a diehard Laker fan from South Redondo; fathers, grandfathers and grandsons repping their family name on center court; Scott Ayakatubby and Brent Frohoff facing off in an epic 16th Street versus Marine Street battle for the ages … every year a different storyline unfolds, and new names are added to the list of winners. Sometimes the names aren’t new at all.

“His last year, when he wasn’t running the tournament anymore, his team won first place and he took the whole family out to dinner at the

Seafarer,” says Kevin Campbell of the first and only win of his father, Lee. “I’ve never seen my dad happier. The irony is that six months later, at 50 years old, he died of a stroke on vacation down in Mexico.

He won on the last year he ever played. I’ll never forget that.”

But time-honored traditions—and the unforgettable moments they create—aren’t galvanized without a healthy amount of struggle— whether that manifests itself in the form of a city council measure, an uppity neighbor or a younger, more idle generation that hasn’t fully grasped the true relevance of the events. Everyone knows that a storied past doesn’t necessarily guarantee a future.

“It was different back then,” says Chris, recalling a time when the Solstice’s former director would walk out of his house with a tray of shots, stop a game and order the team that was ahead to drink.

“Property values were less and rents were cheaper, so it was very easy for people to bartend a few shifts a week and hang out all day everyday.

As property values have changed and rent has skyrocketed, it’s made it harder and harder for people to have the time and relax, and that’s a big part of why these tournaments have become so important to the community. It’s a handful of times out of the year where it really forces everybody, even if they’re busy and very successful, to set aside a whole day and hang out. We have a history of being a community that really celebrates the beach lifestyle, and the 4-man tournaments are backbone of that.”

“People in the [professional] sports world will train here in the summer, even if they’ve never played in LA,” says former LA King and longtime South Bay resident Marty McSorley, who met his wife at a charity volleyball tournament.

“They’ll come down and spend their summers here because they love the culture, and part of the culture is these tournaments. Everyone is familiar with everybody. They look out for each other, their families grew up together, partly because of he relationships they’ve made at those 4-man tournaments and what that represents.”

The arrival of summer means the tournaments aren’t far behind— starting with the 30th anniversary of the July 4th event—and the committees begin the unenviable task of paring down their massive lists to 32 teams. Veterans pass the torch, sometimes B’s become C’s, and players start campaigning for good pairings over morning coffee at Java Man. But like Annie says, everyone ends up on the same playing field—literally and figuratively. Everyone has a chance to contribute to the legacy.

“When you peel back the onion and we’ve all got our board shorts on, nobody’s better than anyone else,” says Kevin Campbell. “In the end, we’re all 68% water.” 

“We have multimillionaires, and we have people that are barely making it and just want to live here. But everybody is on the same playing field. Everybody respects each other; they all get along.

This is our common bond.”

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Just Getting Started

In 2016 Southbay magazine and its parent company, Moon Tide Media, celebrate their 10-year anniversary.

What began as a single-title magazine company a decade ago is today a wide and growing network of media brands and a full-service agency that is a national leader in the burgeoning content marketing category.

As they enter their second decade, I sat down with Moon Tide’s leadership team to hear about how they got started and to learn a little about what they have planned for the years to come.

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n 1997 Moon Tide Media founder Todd Klawin was working for a marketing agency in Atlanta when a friendly job referral from his client at IBM moved him to Los Angeles. The first dot-com boom was in full swing, and it was not long before he began his career as an entrepreneur on the founding team at RadicalMail, a venture-funded software company and early leader in the email marketing space. When the company was successfully acquired, Todd found himself looking for the next start-up opportunity. It was 2006 in Manhattan Beach.

Todd Klawin, founder and managing partner: In 2006, we had recently sold our company, and my wife, Jen, and I were just starting a family. I knew I wanted to start up another business, and I was looking for something that would allow me to stay as close to home as possible. The South Bay was clearly evolving at that time, and we felt like there was an opportunity

for a local magazine to establish a position for itself in the market, together with the weekly newspapers that were—at that time—the only media in town. It seemed clear that the community could really benefit from such a product, and our general feeling was: “Why not us?”

Looking for a first employee and someone to help launch the business, Todd reached out to one of his good friends, Emily Baker, who was then living in San Francisco and working for Visa.

Emily Stewart Baker, partner and brand publisher: He called me one day and said, “I’m thinking about starting this new company … launching a magazine in the South Bay. What do you think?” The timing was good. I was at my breaking point with the bureaucracy of the corporate world, so I said, “You know, I’ll try it.” I moved down, and we got to work.

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The Redesign SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009 Southbay gets it first major makeover after launching in 2006. The new version debuts a new logo, matte finish and re-imagined layout that prominently features both the faces and places of the community throughout.

Todd: When we launched, the South Bay was a newspaper town. We had The Beach Reporter and the Easy Reader.

Everyone loved them, and we still do.

But there’s just something different about a magazine. Newspapers are purpose-built to deliver the news and then be discarded. Magazines are more durable and more beautiful. They are better suited to tell long-form stories, and at their best they can be art. That was our goal from the beginning: to tell the stories of where we live in a format that did some justice to this amazing place we call home.

With a vision in mind for the new magazine, Todd brought on Darren Elms, a writer he knew through mutual friends. At the time Darren was working in the Los Angeles advertising office of a large national magazine publisher.

“Their Strongest Suit” HOLIDAY 2009 In a favorite feature, Moon Tide profiled the legacy of the Meistrell family—creators of the Body Glove brand and staples of the diving and boarding scene in the South Bay. This was the firm’s one and only interview with patriarch Bob Meistrell, who passed away on his boat near Catalina in 2013.

Darren Elms, editorial director: I remember Todd took me to lunch in Marina Del Rey and laid out his idea.

I was immediately attracted to the concept, especially as a Los Angeles native. Writing about the people and places of the city I love was too good an opportunity to pass up—even if I needed to keep my other gig at the time to keep my bills paid! I honestly had no idea at the time this would turn into something I’d devote a full decade too.

But I’m glad I have.

One of the earliest considerations was the definition of the community to be served by the new magazine.

The South Bay certainly included the Beach Cities, but what about the Peninsula? To some, Palos Verdes was a world apart. The team at Moon Tide never saw that distinction.

Todd: “South Bay” as a term has been around a lot longer than we have. It has history, and it clearly means different things to different people. We decided early on that our definition would include the Beach Cities and the Hill.

That we are different parts of the same community seemed obvious to me at the time, and it still does today.

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“There is incredible diversity here in the South Bay, and we wanted to tell the stories of all our local communities.”

Darren: We never second-guessed that decision after we made it. There is incredible diversity here in the South Bay, and we wanted to tell the stories of all our local communities. That’s one of the things that make this job such fun.

With a skeleton crew assembled and a product ready to launch, it was time to take the leap into the marketplace.

But would a community supported by newsprint for decades warm to the idea of a full-color, photo-packed magazine in their mailboxes?

Todd: Any time you’re launching a new product, you can’t be entirely sure how it’s going to be received.

Fortunately, from the moment we got started, both our readers and the local business community really embraced what we were doing. We couldn’t have been successful without the support of both of those constituencies. After all, ad-supported media products like ours are designed to connect the two. It’s how the bills get paid.

Emily: I remember getting our first insertion orders and thinking, “Oh my god, it’s actually working. We can do this.” Then after we got our first issue successfully into the market, things really took off. Once people could actually hold the product and see the

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quality first-hand, the phones started ringing. It was clear we had a winner.

Todd: In hindsight, it was a really challenging time to start a business. Everyone remembers what happened in 2007.

The bottom fell out of everything. Luckily we were able to get profitable in that first year and sustain ourselves. Looking back, it’s something I’m really proud of.

I think it speaks to us as managers but also to the strength of the product, the idea and our community.

From the start the company was committed to partnering with local businesses as well as local nonprofits in ways that would help support, improve and celebrate the community.

Darren: Having an editorial platform always comes with some responsibility, and that is particularly so at the local level. The stories we choose to tell have an impact, and it has been part of our editorial and business mission from the start to help support those who are supporting our community.

The Blue Whale FALL 2010 This memorable cover was photographed

by Manhattan Beach photographer Bo Bridges during a blue whale migration in South Bay waters. Known for his action photography, Bo took to his paddleboard and managed to capture the world’s largest mammal just as it breeched the surface, giving us this beautiful cover.

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“I remember getting our first insertion orders and thinking, ‘Oh my god, it’s actually working. We can do this.’”

Despite the economic headwinds, Moon Tide continued to grow and new team members joined the company. Jared Sayers, now group publisher of the company’s network of owned media, was first hired as a local sales account executive for the new magazine. Jared also grew up in Redondo Beach.

Jared Sayers, group publisher: All along, we’ve wanted to avoid that “smile-and-dial,” boiler room method of selling. I grew up here. This is our home. We weren’t going to strongarm our local business owners into advertising campaigns that didn’t make sense just to keep our lights on.

It had to work for them. We went into market confident that we had a great product—and committed to being honest with the intention of helping our advertisers. Our position has always been that if we help our advertisers grow, then we’ll do just fine too.

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Todd: Local media platforms like ours are important to the communities they serve. If they’re doing their jobs right, it’s about more than just telling stories.

From the beginning our definition of success with Southbay magazine has not been to just sell advertising and make money but to be a platform for anyone who is helping make our community and its residents in some way better.

Jared: I’m proud of the relationships we have built, and I’d like to think we are playing a positive role here in our community. I know that has certainly always been our goal.

Southbay HOME debuts SPRING 2012 Going off a hunch that readers might want to see more than one home feature in each issue, Moon Tide Media launched Southbay HOME and filled it with local dwellings—with the people who reside there in the spotlight. Starting as a 100-page publication, the bi-annual edition has doubled in size and remains a popular product in a growing portfolio.

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With Moon Tide successfully up and running and Southbay magazine comfortably established in its market, Todd continued to look for new ways to grow the company. In early 2010 he met Charlie Koones, the former publisher of Variety magazine, who would become Todd’s business partner.

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The Agency 2012 Expanding the business beyond publishing, Moon Tide Media entered the world of content marketing, forming partnerships with outside businesses and helping them produce better media in the marketplace. To date, clients include Terranea Resort, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, Liquid I.V., the Producers Guild of America, Nestle and many others.

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Todd: Charlie and I had a close mutual friend who had been suggesting we meet for some time. I knew he’d have good perspective on the media business we were growing, so I picked up the phone and called him one day to introduce myself. I’m really glad I did.

Today we are the best of friends, and we operate Moon Tide as partners.

no local media serving that market that spoke to us in a voice that we actually wanted to listen to. We saw an opportunity to replicate the success we had seen in the South Bay, and we created the Ventura Blvd brand in 2011.

Darren: It was exciting to launch another brand, and luckily we had

“From Day 1 we saw eye-to-eye on what we were doing at Moon Tide, and we shared a vision for the right way to continue growing the company.”

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“there comes a point when you’re committed to telling the truth, no matter what it is.”

Charlie Koones, managing partner: I would describe myself as an accidental corporate guy. I never expected to be working in a big company. It just kind of got going pretty well. So I stuck around. Then one day I was in Tokyo, and I just decided that it was time. So I quit. I went out and started looking at deals on my own. Todd and I met, and we immediately started cooking up some ideas.

Todd: From Day 1 we saw eye-to-eye on what we were doing at Moon Tide, and we shared a vision for the right way to continue growing the company. Also, the fact that I can consistently beat him in golf and bar games was a key foundational element of our partnership.

We went out and raised a little growth capital, and we’ve been running flat-out ever since.

Charlie: The first new brand we launched after I joined the company was close to home for me. Having lived in the Valley for a long time, there was

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Linda Grasso to take the reigns and make it her own. She is still the editor of Ventura Blvd today, and her voice has helped make it the success that it is.

Todd: Almost immediately after we got Ventura Blvd into the market, we began work on our next launch. In fact quite a lot of exciting things happened right around that same time.

Over the next two years Moon Tide would launch Southbay HOME and Southbay HEALTH, see the digital reach of their brands far exceed their printed counterparts, produce 40 events a year and, most significantly, launch the agency division that is now the largest part of their business.

Jared: In 2011 our biggest category, from an advertising perspective, was home and design. We had been toying for some time with the launch of a stand-alone home magazine, and we knew that if we didn’t do it, someone else would. We approached all of our

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partners with our concept, and the feedback was encouraging enough that we decided to go for it.

Darren: Editorially we knew we had to make this new product distinctive from other shelter brands whose home features were often devoid of people and full of just walls, cool design and architecture. As with Southbay, we instinctively knew our publication needed to put the people first. So with HOME it’s not just about the structure; it’s the lifestyle that thrives therein. The process was quite the same when we launched Southbay HEALTH. We identified a category that needed serving, and we created an editorial product that could do so with the Moon Tide sensibility.

Todd: All of our products had online counterparts from the beginning, of course. Charlie and I both brought meaningful digital backgrounds to the company, and I’d say we were as progressive as anyone in our category in that regard. But it was the explosion of the social media channel around that time that really created some exciting new opportunities for us. My wife, Jen, was working at Facebook at the time, and we were fortunate to be quite early in our adoption and use of both organic and paid social media. We learned how to build and engage social audiences, and we got really good at creating content for that channel. It accelerated the evolution of our company.

In what feels like just a moment, as I look back on it, we began to think

of ourselves as a content company as opposed to a magazine publisher.

Charlie: As we see it, the key is to deliver content to audiences in whatever medium they prefer to consume it. As a result, we’re really good at digital. We’re really good at print. We’re really good at social.

We’re getting really good at film. And yet, we’re not sentimental about any of them. We just want to be able to deliver engaging content in the right medium for each consumer. That approach has served us well with our own products and with the content we produce for our agency clients.

Since it was established in 2012, Moon Tide’s agency division has seen exponential growth and is now the largest part of their business.

“Content marketing” has become an industry buzzword, and today the company counts category-leading regional and national brands among its clients.

Emily: We were in the right place at the right time. All of the knowledge and resources we had developed translated directly to the new contentfirst focus of marketers everywhere.

As brands wanted to become publishers themselves, we were extremely well-qualified to help them.

Todd: Today Charlie and I spend much of our time building partnerships with brands and helping them use content more effectively in their business. It’s a fun gig. This

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“Still Unbroken” APRIL 2012 Before Hollywood turned his life story into an Oscar-nominated film, Southbay was fortunate to sit down with Torrance native, Olympian and WWII hero Louis Zamperini for a one-on-one interview.

Humble and gracious, this meeting proved unforgettable for the writer and photographer who had the opportunity to spend time with the legend.

“Oil & Water” NOVEMBER 2013 A contentious issue throughout the South Bay, E&B Natural Resources sought oil wells and drilling in Hermosa Beach with a projected financial windfall to the city. Met with loud opposition, the plan sparked grassroots anti-drilling groups like Keep Hermosa Hermosa and much debate about the character and future of the coastal city.

Measure O was soundly rejected in March 2015, upholding the city’s long ban on oil drilling.

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What keeps Hermosa … Hermosa? This hypothetical question has sparked much soul-searching, especially among those debating the prospect of oil drilling in the city. Some champion a financial windfall; others lament environmental risks and potential loss of character. The tradeoffs are real, and with $1 billion and the fate of the South Bay in the balance, the stakes are higher than ever.

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Southbay Studios SPRING 2016 After printing nearly 70 issues of Southbay over a decade, Moon Tide Media took its editorial in a new, exciting direction and launched its first short film from the newly created Southbay Studios. House to Home takes viewers on a visual tour of a local home via the owners and collaborators who made the home possible. Southbay Strong offers a visually moving portrait of an individual who has overcome unforeseen challenges to achieve success and eventually pay it forward. Featuring surfer Alex Gray in the first installment, the film garnered praise from its audience, generating thousands of views and hundreds of shares on social media.

“We’ve deliberately tried to build a culture here that is fun and entrepreneurial, where new things are being created all the time and people can genuinely enjoy coming to work and being part of that process.” morning we were working on a paid social campaign for a major CPG company that will run during the Rio Olympics. Next week we are meeting with a company that is interested in producing more than 50 branded magazines a year.

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Charlie: We had no idea that our agency would become such a core component of our business. Now we’ve come to see Moon Tide as a next-generation media company that is both a publisher and an agency. We believe that each is essential to the success of the other, and we’re absolutely committed to growing both.

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In 2016 Moon Tide is continuing to pursue ambitious approaches to growing its business. The company recently launched the first episodes of two co-branded online film series from its new Southbay Studios and in the fall will launch a fashion-related media brand called Etcetera.

Charlie: By virtue of our size, we’re scrappy—and I think we’re pretty unafraid. We continue to throw stuff up against the wall to see what sticks. Sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn’t.

We make no apologies for that because when it does, it’s beautiful.

That’s our method.

Todd: We’ve deliberately tried to build a culture here that is fun and entrepreneurial, where new things are being created all the time and people can genuinely enjoy coming to work and being part of that process. We want to build something enduring that matters for our employees, our families and our communities. It’s an exciting time at Moon Tide. Believe me, we’re just getting started. l

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To our advertising partners for your continued support.

It has been a privilege to grow with you these last 10 years.

On the MOVE After outgrowing digs in Hermosa Beach, Moon Tide Media transitions to a sleek new space in El Segundo with extra elbow room to grow.

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ince 2008 Moon Tide Media—publisher of Southbay magazine—made its home in two neighboring buildings in Hermosa Beach just a short walk from the Hermosa Pier. One was the historical former home of the Hermosa Beach Department of Water and Power, and the other a cottage-style house converted to office space. As the years rolled on and the company expanded, the demands of a growing staff and new business filled these two charming locations to capacity, making a move both imminent and necessary.

“We loved the years we spent in Hermosa Beach,” says Todd Klawin, managing partner of Moon Tide Media. “We occupied two historic buildings steps from the beach. Ultimately the company just outgrew the space, and we simply needed more square footage to fit our growing team.”

In 2015 the company began plans for relocation to the ground floor of a large, modern high-rise building in the business section of El Segundo. “The quality of life for a business in El Segundo is very high,” shares Charlie Koones, managing partner. “It’s no accident that fast-growing, creative businesses like ours are moving there in droves. It was the natural place for us to look, and we couldn’t be happier with our new home.”

To help with the new office design, both Todd and Charlie looked to longtime friend James R. Meyer, principal architect of Los Angeles–based firm LeanArch Inc., who also happened to design Todd’s home in Manhattan Beach. “He has designed world-class office spaces for leading brands like 72andSunny, Mullen and Uber, and we knew that together we could create something special,” says Todd.

Before signing with the PCT office community on Sepulveda Boulevard, Charlie admits they scoured several spaces in booming El Segundo. “We wanted a creative environment that we could be genuinely happy coming to every day. It was an old bank office and on the surface had the impressive lack of charm that you’d expect from that history. But it had huge volume, lots of light, and it was clear to us immediately what it could become.”

For the six- to eight-month transformation, James and his team sought to maintain a sense of the essence and aesthetic that the company had grown to love for more than a decade. “We didn’t want to kill the vibe that they had created in Hermosa,” explains the architect. “We just wanted to bring up the level of sophistication a little bit and reemerge with a new face. The idea was not to make the space so corporate but have it feel as if you’re in someone’s living room or in a study—but also not make it too formal.

We wanted to make it fun and try to give it a level of sophistication that wasn’t there before.”

James layered the 6,500-square-foot space, which had been vacant and untouched, with polished concrete floors, oak-topped workstations, customdesigned square acrylic and oak pendant lamps. He added finishing touches such as rugs from Amara Rugs and a leather club chair, side table and cof-

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fee table from Restoration Hardware. Other pieces include a midcentury-inspired “Airporter” leather club chair from Zin Home, a Noguchi table culled from Todd’s home and artwork by artist Stanley Silver.

“The artwork throughout is from my friend Stanley Silver,” adds Charlie. “He’s an amazing artist whose work hangs in major sports arenas including Gillette and Levi’s stadiums and was featured heavily on the show Entourage. His stuff has amazing textures and really brings the open spaces to life.”

For the living room-like feel, James designed a kitchen area with beers on tap for post-work events and Friday afternoon happy hours, and a shuffleboard table for friendly competition among the staff. He also designed and installed a custom, floor-to-ceiling bookshelf and seating area that houses all the publications

Moon Tide Media has produced over its 10 years in business.

“The idea is to give people options during the day to mix it up and build camaraderie,” explains James. “The bookcase and light fixtures have a very ‘residential’ quality to them, and their scale adapts them to the commercial workspace environment. The refined look and functionality of the workstations lend the space to feel modern and innovative. The wood adds warmth to the interiors and helps adjust the scale of the room to the single occupant. The finished millwork in Charlie’s and Todd’s offices is the finishing touch toward making these spaces feel warm, intimate and comfortable. It’s just the right feel for what they envisioned for their personal office spaces.”

“Today, after lots of work, we have a very open space that mixes modern lines with lots of warm woods,” adds Todd, who admits his favorite design element is the oak bookshelf that anchors the main workspace. “It’s very beautiful and a comfortable place to spend time. It doesn’t feel like ‘work.’” 

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By summer 2017, Toyota Motors Company will pack up the Prius and head to Plano, Texas, after 60 years in Southern California. Announced more than two years ago, the community continues to grapple with the loss and collateral damage beginning to impact the local economy. Before Toyota takes its two-step out of Torrance, we wanted to check in with the families, the businesses and the city confronting a new meaning of the slogan “Let’s Go Places.”

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t’s said that the only thing certain in life besides death and taxes is change. Change is inevitable. And so after almost six decades in Southern California, the time has come for Toyota to make a change.

A big one … a Texas-size one. As the world’s largest automaker moves its operations to the Lone Star State, Torrance must bid sayonara to its largest employer, as thousands of South Bay residents pack up and move halfway across the country.

Rumors had been circulating for months, but the denials were consistently adamant and swift. Then on a seemingly average Friday afternoon in late April 2014, with no warning or fanfare, Torrance mayor Frank Scotto got the call.

The speculation was true. The following Monday, Toyota Motors North America would announce that the company was pulling up stakes and relocating its Toyota Motor Sales

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headquarters to the Dallas suburb of Plano, Texas. The stunning news sent shockwaves from the South Bay to Sacramento.

Toyota’s relocation is sure to have sweeping effects on the community in myriad ways.

There are the obvious impacts: job losses and reductions in state and local tax revenues.

Then there less quantifiable, multiplier effects. Toyota’s departure will likely have a ripple effect throughout the community, potentially impacting the real estate market, local charities and countless local businesses— from office suppliers and ad agencies to hotels and restaurants.

Not all of the consequences of the move will necessarily be negative. There are potential upsides, perhaps even reasons for optimism. Regardless of the possible outcomes, when the issue is thoroughly distilled, this is a human story.

Toyota’s departure ultimately affects

people: colleagues, families, friends. It is these real people, these souls who form the tapestry of our community, whose stories should be considered. Toyota’s move may tug on the thread of our communal fabric, but we do not have to unravel.

Toyota established its Southern California headquarters, Toyota Motor Sales USA, in Hollywood in 1957. Though it took a bit of time for the brand to catch on, within 10 years Toyota was the third best-selling import brand in the U.S. In 1982 Toyota relocated its headquarters to its current campus in Torrance. The city’s proximity to LAX, the 405 and the twin ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles made Torrance an ideal location. Indeed many Japanese companies were attracted to the Southland by these conveniences as well as the region’s large population of Japanese-Americans, which provided them with a bilingual workforce.

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The company is making an investment similar to what we did here 50 years ago ... we made an investment in the community, in families, and it was very successful for the company. We’re doing that again, just in a new place.

Not long after Toyota moved in, Nissan, Honda and other Japanese companies followed suit. For years the big three Japanese automakers were all based in the area, until Nissan moved its Gardena headquarters to Tennessee in 2005.

Honda is still headquartered in Torrance and assures the community that it has no plans to leave, but rumblings of a move to Ohio persist—and many locals remain understandably skeptical. Southern California remains home to the headquarters of other notable Asian automakers including Mitsubishi, Mazda, Hyundai and Kia. Over time Toyota’s reasons for staying in California have waned, while compelling reasons to relocate have mounted. It has become incredibly expensive to do business in California. High sales, property and corporate taxes, as well as high energy costs and a draconian regulatory system have prompted many businesses to flee the Golden State.

Texas, on the other hand, has hung its Lone Star on being business-friendly. Texas makes no secret of its efforts to lure businesses away from California and other high-tax states.

Yet financial considerations were not the primary motivator in Toyota’s decision to relocate. To be sure, Texas is giving Toyota generous financial incentives to move there, but it was not the highest bidder. North Carolina offered Toyota financial incentives double that of Texas, but Toyota still chose Plano over Charlotte, underscoring that the move is about more than money.

In fact Toyota is spending an unprecedented amount on construction, relocation and retention packages to support its relocation. Unlike Nissan, which left California specifically to cut operating costs, Toyota’s move was prompted by a desire to restructure its entire North American operation and overhaul its corporate culture.

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For decades Toyota’s operations have been spread throughout the U.S., making it challenging to operate cohesively and efficiently as one company. According to Steven Curtis, VP of corporate communications, “We were looking at how to best position the company to succeed in the future. We were thinking about the next 50 years.”

By bringing together all of its operations in one location, Toyota hopes to create a more collaborative culture, improve communication and efficiency, and encourage an innovative, creative environment. Steven says the Toyota team looked at several locations in multiple states when determining where to move, while considering the practical nature of the business.

The ideal location needed to have an international airport with direct flights to Asia and Europe. It needed to be in a place with a friendly business environment, an educated and skilled workforce and ample housing.

They also wanted to build a facility from the ground up that could be LEED Platinum-certified. So finding a large parcel of developable land was essential.

Once Toyota settled on Plano, they chose a property in Legacy West—currently the largest business development project in the U.S.—that is home to JCPenney and Frito-Lay. Liberty Mutual, JPMorgan Chase and FedEx Office will locate there soon. Legacy West also includes an urban village with retail; chefdriven restaurants; a 300-room Renaissance Hotel; and apartments, luxury condos and single-family homes.

The Toyota Motors North American headquarters should be completed by spring 2017. Relocations have already begun on a smaller scale with an advance team of approximately 500 already in the Dallas area. In May 2017 teams of Toyota employees who are making the move will begin

moving in shifts. The goal is to maintain business continuity, so Toyota clients never notice there is a relocation underway.

The South Bay will likely begin to notice the effects throughout the summer of 2017. By the end of 2017 the relocation should be complete.

As California remains an essential market for Toyota, the company will continue to employ 2,300 people in California even after full relocation is complete.

Jack Hollis, group vice president of marketing at Toyota, has been with the company since 1992. He is very excited about the relocation and especially inspired by the long-range investment Toyota is making in its future with an eye to the next 50 years.

As Jack explains, “With the move to Texas, the company is making an investment similar to what we did here (in California) 50 years ago. We made an investment in the community, in families, and it was very successful for the company. We’re doing that again, just in a new place. I’m excited about being at the start of something where I can help to create the best mark at the base. I can contribute to a company I believe in for the next 50 years. I’m looking forward to being a part of something new. I love change. I love new creation.”

The move itself brings with it mixed emotions for Jack and his family. Professionally, things couldn’t be better for him. “I’m very fortunate,” he shares. “The Toyota marketing team is about 160 members strong. It’s a great team. 100% of my leadership team is moving.

It is quite a blessing for me as a team leader.

I have my whole leadership and upper-level management team and 77% of my current staff moving with us.”

A South Bay native, Jack was born in Hawthorne, raised in Torrance, graduated from West High and lives with his wife, Jayne, and two of their four children in Palos Verdes Estates. The eldest two are in college. Jack’s

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parents still live in the Torrance home he lived in since fifth grade.

The Hollises are a close family who fondly call themselves Team Hollis. When the relocation was announced, they made the decision to move as a family.

“Quite honestly, we found it a difficult decision to make,” Jack explains. “Our whole family was involved; that’s how we make decisions. I grew up here. I’m proud to be a Southern Californian. I love it. To pick up and move from a place that’s been home is tough.

My parents are still here, and I had to think about leaving them. They’re getting older, and I’m really close to both my folks. They’ve been married over 50 years. That’s a legacy that’s hard to leave behind.”

One of the founding families of The River Church of the South Bay, the Hollises have strong roots in their community, and their church has played a huge part in all their lives.

“So to think about having to leave that was not an immediate decision,” says Jack. “We spent a lot of time talking and more time praying about it. But Jayne and I felt that we were called to go on a new adventure and move to Texas. Jayne and I love people. One of the things we talked about is the chance to meet new people and build new friendships. That is an exciting piece of this move.”

Their two college-age children will stay in California, as will their 17-year-old, who will graduate and head to college before the move.

Jack and Jayne will go to Texas along with their 11-year-old, Amanda Joy, who will start seventh grade there.

“She’s the most excited about moving,” Jack shares. “Her older siblings all had the chance to move when they were younger, and now it’s her chance. She’s welcoming the opportunity to make new friends and have new experiences. My wife and I are both adventurers. We love to try new things. The move will provide that opportunity. But when you’re leaving home, there are still those elements that tug at your heart.”

The Hollis family plans to keep (and lease) their home in Palos Verdes. They’re planning to buy a home in Texas when they move next summer.

Steve Appelbaum, national engagement marketing manager at Toyota Motor Sales, is also a Southern California native, hailing from Whittier. He joined Toyota in 1986, the year they began manufacturing cars in the U.S. He was one of the original 800 customer relations representatives. His wife, Jennifer, is a Torrance native whose family has lived in the area for generations.

Jennifer also works for Toyota in retail markets development. In true rom-com form, the two met at the photocopier. As LA natives, they

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You cannot do business in California—or anywhere— and not support local charities and local foundations. If you don’t, you won’t survive. You get back what you give. too had much to consider in choosing whether to relocate to Texas.

“It was a huge decision for us,” Steve explains. “Our kids are out of the house, and my wife also works at Toyota. But it was tough, really, due to our parents. But with both of us working for the company and a lot of our friends here [at Toyota] it was a challenging but not insurmountable decision.”

The sting of moving away from their kids may be fortuitously softened. Their son-inlaw has been offered a position in Plano, so their daughter will likely move there later this year as well.

“It will be hard to leave California … the beaches, the weather. It’s a beautiful place,” shares Steve. “But leaving our parents was definitely the toughest part. But it’s only a 2½-hour flight, so if we need to come back, we’re here in no time. One thing I’m looking forward to is being located centrally in the country because I travel so much. It is really going to be a huge help for me personally. To get to New York you lose a whole day [from California]. So being in the Central Time Zone will really make a lot of difference.”

The Appelbaums bought a house in Texas back in December 2014, not knowing when they were going to move. “We love the new neighbors. They’re fantastic. They’re keep-

ing an eye on our home like it’s theirs,” says Steve. “We just think it’s a great challenge— something new and different. The kids are gone. It’s going to be fun for both Jennifer and me. We’re probably going to be eating pounds of barbeque.”

Though their relocation plans are still in the works, the Appelbaums will probably move by May 2017. Like the Hollises, they also plan to keep their home in Rancho Palos Verdes and lease it. With both of their families still here, it makes sense to maintain a foothold ... and given Southern California’s real estate climate, it’s a sound investment.

Steve adds, “When you talk about family, we really actually have two families. It’s not only our immediate family. It’s people I’ve worked with for 30 years. I spend as much time with them as our family. We’re all in this together.

It’s going to be a challenge, but we think it’s going to be fun. We’re looking forward to it. I think you have to do something different once in a while. It will be a great opportunity.”

For Chef Michael Shafer of the Depot restaurant, Toyota’s departure reaches far beyond any potential business impact. The relocation is personal for the chef.

“Toyota and I have been neighbors for 25 years,” he says. “I have seen them have children seen their children graduate. And now I’ve even had the pleasure of being part of their marriage ceremonies and catering their weddings. We’re family. They’re so imbedded in our community—both from a social aspect but also a philanthropic aspect.”

Chef Michael points to Toyota’s financial commitment to the community as something that will be greatly missed. “The ed foundations, the Pediatric Therapy Network, the hospice groups, the hospitals—all of these community services will no longer be endowed by their philanthropy,” he says. “Toyota has made a commitment to carry these for a five-year period, but then after that, what happens?

We’re talking millions of dollars that they put into our community without anything more than a handshake, and this is something that has gone terribly wrong with the system … when something like this fails.”

The chef also points out the impact on local businesses, particularly with the absence of thousands of jobs in the area. “They support housing, schools, shops, movie theatres, restaurants, dry cleaners, car washes,” he explains. “It’s a huge domino effect that this community will feel. Eventually we’ll regain it because someone will take over that 130-acre, state-of-the-art facility that must be maintained. But in the long run it is going to affect the South Bay so dramatically from a personal and a financial standpoint.”

Although the move is still a year away, Chef

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Michael can already feel the effects of the departure. “Some people have already left. I lost a manager who had been with me since she was 16 years old. Her husband was with Toyota, and they’ve already moved to Texas.

Her daughter calls me ‘Grandpa Chef.’ These are the kind of relationships that I’ve had here. I have employees that have been with me for 20 years or more. People are pulling out.

Everyone is talking about Toyota leaving. It’s on the lips of every single person.”

Twenty-five years ago when Michael said he was moving to Torrance after leaving a great job in the hotel industry, his colleagues told him he was “nuts.” However, he understood that many top companies had their North American headquarters—not just LA offices— located in the South Bay. “It’s conducive for these major companies to do business here, and we need to keep these companies here,” he says. “It’s crucial to our survival.”

Looking on the bright side, the chef hopes to see civically-active companies come in to replace the really big one that’s leaving. “At least they will be hiring employees, adding money to the economy and supporting the community. You cannot do business in California—or anywhere—

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and not support local charities and local foundations. If you don’t, you won’t survive. You get back what you give.”

Fran Fulton is the Torrance economic development manager. She has been with city manager’s office for 11 years and the city of Torrance since 1998. On the fateful day when Torrance first learned of Toyota’s departure, Fran was a city first responder.

“We were blindsided,” she recalls. “Mayor Scotto got a call on the Friday before. So on the Sunday night before we decided to do a press conference Monday, which we had never done before. Toyota didn’t want to do one in front of their campus, so we did it here at City Hall. We wanted to convey optimism and let people know that Torrance is open for business. It was a big, unwelcome surprise to us. Toyota has been a great partner, and we’re sorry to see them go. But change has happened in our city before.”

Fran pushed back on the notion that the city knew of the departure in advance, insisting they had no warning and little to no opportunity to persuade them to stay. “There are always rumors, and we asked them,” she says. “They said, ‘No.’ There have been rumors about Honda too. We tried to keep a good relationship with Toyota. They would

say everything is fine. And they were still buying buildings, doing renovations, adding on. There was no solid clue that anything was happening. If we knew, why would we not do anything?”

She continues: “Most of our attention is focused on retaining businesses here, though we do some business attraction. If we know of open spots, we’ll market them and bring businesses in to fill them. Or if we know a company is faced with downsizing, we’re able to assist them, bring in the workforce board to work with employees that are going to be affected, help them find other jobs, get the training they might need. Or even if a company is struggling and needs some help, we can come in and see what we can do to help them.”

Though retention is a primary focus of the city manager’s team, in reality there was nothing the city of Torrance or even the governor’s office could have done to keep Toyota here. Toyota—in its desire to create a centralized, consolidated headquarters—wanted a facility with attributes that California simply could not provide.

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Toyota has gone. Potential lost revenue is certainly cause for concern.

More importantly, the city is concerned about two main issues: What will replace Toyota on its extensive campus? What will happen to the approximately 1,000 employees not relocating with the company?

Toyota owns the 130-acre Torrance property, with 1.5 million square feet of office space.

Since Toyota announced its move, city officials have met with Toyota team members and development consultants to review the future of the campus. After the relocation is complete, likely at the end of 2017, serious decisions will need to be made to determine what happens with the property.

Though Toyota is clearly considering options, they haven’t hired a company to handle the property yet. Fran believes Toyota genuinely wants to leave Torrance in good shape and not simply walk away, leaving the property abandoned. The city plans to work closely with Toyota to consider various development scenarios.

“We’ll need to determine what type of office space is available. Is it Class A or B?” Fran explains. “The area is zoned for light industrial, so manufacturing could go in. Mixed use with housing, retail and service is also a possibility. There is a dearth of mixed use in this area. However, housing can be a dirty word because of traffic concerns. Other possible uses are a tech center, R&D, perhaps some kind of educational satellite campus, even biotech.

Since the day Toyota’s move was announced, we’ve received dozens of inquiries.”

She feels it is critical that Toyota maintain open communication with the city. “It would be helpful for us to know what they want, what they’re doing, what their plans are.

We check in with them periodically to get updates. Is the timeline the same? When we get inquiries, how do they want us to handle them? It’s their property ... they own it, so ultimately it’s up to them. We’d like to be consulted and asked what we’d like to see. We want to work with them and make it as easy as possible for them.”

Toyota’s departure will have a direct fiscal effect on the city. Hundreds of vanishing jobs will likely translate into diminished spending and loss of sales taxes. There will also be lost property and utility tax revenues, as well as city license fees. (Toyota currently holds 23 licenses in Torrance, totaling $300,000 in annual fees.)

One potential fiscal upside is that if the Toyota property is sold, that could lead to a substantial increase in property taxes.

At the time Toyota announced the move to Texas, they launched onetoyotafamily.com, a website devoted to addressing the needs of

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the thousands of employees and their families impacted by the relocation. Toyota anticipates that approximately 75% of their team will move to Texas.

For the 25% of Toyota employees not relocating, the company is offering generous retention packages. These packages require employees to remain in their position through a specified date. Some employees are retiring rather than moving. For those not going, the city of Torrance is coordinating with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board and other related entities to tailor plans for Toyota employees that will address their needs once their job ends.

Fran’s team has successfully helped businesses such as Pelican Products and L-3 address issues they were having that could have led to them leaving California. Rather than just moving, they came to Torrance first and worked with the city to address their issues. Through their collaborative efforts, both companies were ultimately able to remain here.

When asked what could be done to avoid future departures like Toyota’s, Fran responds, “Innovation starts in California. From the local level to the county and state level, there is a lot we can do. There are opportunities for us to work much better together.” 

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Getting to know the natural (and edible) wonders of our northern neighbor’s breathtaking Calgary and Banff.

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was raised by a Canada-lover. My father had a special place in his heart for all things Canadian—the cities, the sports teams, even the national anthem.

Growing up in the Northeast, we visited our neighbor to the north on a semi-regular basis—traveling to Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and that classic tourist destination, Niagara Falls. But I was much more unfamiliar with Western Canada. So when I was planning a trip to Calgary, I had no idea what to expect.

“Go to Banff,” I was advised by friends who cited the beauty of the national park nestled in the Canadian Rockies about an hour-and-a-half outside the city.

With just that one tidbit of advice, I arrived in Alberta and discovered that was just one marvel among many.

Calgary is a metropolis filled with natural beauty, a plethora of cultural events and a culinary scene that rivals that of other Northwestern cities such as Vancouver and Seattle. And while the area may be more commonly associated with winter sports ever since it hosted the Winter Olympics in 1988, the summer is prime time to experience all that this city offers.

EXPLORE Every year more than 1 million cowboys, cowgirls and their devoted fans flood the city to attend the Calgary Stampede (July 8–17), a 10-day rodeo and festival.

Much more than just bull riding and steer wrestling, the fair features nightly concerts with a plethora of major headliners, a midway with rides, games, food and agricultural showcases. For those craving a bit more of a sophisticated experience, there is a wine garden where sommeliers pair wines with cheese and charcuterie. (calgarystampede.com) It’s not just folk music lovers who will enjoy the Calgary Folk Music Festival (July 21–24) at Prince’s Island Park. Known for its genre-bending lineup— think roots, funk, country and old-time influences— the 2016 four-day event features more than 70 artists from around the world. Both one-day tickets and—for those who are looking for a completely immersive music experience—four-day passes are available. (calgaryfolkfest.com) There is a reason that everyone recommends making an excursion to Banff National Park when in Alberta. Outdoor activities abound in the summer with opportunities for whitewater rafting, horseback riding and hiking. For an experience like no other, take a trek to one of the two historic alpine teahouses: Lake Agnes Tea House and Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House. Upon arrival visitors will be rewarded with refreshments such as such as sandwiches, soup, scones, lemonade and (of course) tea. (pc.gc.ca)

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NORTHERN EXPOSURE Clockwise from left: Climbing Tunnel Mountain in Banff; Banff Avenue in summer; Calagary Stampede; spot prawn and rosé at River Café; horseback riding on Lake Lousie.

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LAKE LOUISE AND BANFF IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHED BY PAUL ZIZKA

STAY After an award-winning 2014 renovation by CHIL Interior Design, Hotel Arts has become the destination boutique hotel for those looking for a high-design hotel experience. The artful rooms showcase dramatic headboards, thought-provoking art and luxurious bathrooms. The hotel’s two restaurants, Raw Bar (“Vietmodern” cuisine) and Yellow Door Bistro (classic food with a contemporary twist), have this same funky vibe. (hotelarts.ca) Romance and charm abound at the Kensington Riverside Inn, which sits beside the Bow River. It is the perfect escape for an indulgent weekend. Book a Riverview Suite—complete with a fireplace and deep soaking tub for two—and savor the tasting menu of chef de cuisine Sean Cutler at the hotel’s four-diamond Chef’s Table. (kensingtonriversideinn.com) History and architecture lovers will fall in love with the centuryold Fairmont Palliser, which has been known to host heads of state and royalty. The legend goes that after the Canadian Pacific Railway expanded westward, an influx of tourists began arriving in Calgary.

William Van Horne, general manager of Canadian Pacific Railway, declared, “If we can’t export the scenery, we’ll import the tourists,” and the Fairmont was built. (fairmont.com/palliser-calgary)

EAT The locals are abuzz about Michelin Star Chef Neil McCue’s Whitehall, which opened in 2015. The menu is available à la carte, but the tasting menu is the best way to experience the executive chef’s culinary glory. The seasonal menu is strongly influenced by Chef Neil’s native country of Britain and features both modern and old-world recipes. The cheese soufflé is already legendary among foodies. (whitehallrestaurant.com) Refusing to be “pigeonholed” is the concept behind Pigeonhole, the eclectic wine bar that serves small plates showcasing a multitude of flavor combinations—more often than not featured in unexpected ways … think jalapeño salad cream with your charred cabbage, or chorizo emulsion on your spaghetti squash. And while it’s a wine bar, don’t forget about the cocktails. The midcentury modern design inspires one to take a cue from Don Draper and order one of their signature drinks. (pigeonholeyyc.ca) Calgary’s original farm-to-table restaurant, the River Café in Prince’s Island Park features a lodge-like setting that makes this hyper-local cuisine—even the butter is locally churned—that more enjoyable. The chef’s tasting menu, which features such things as fresh-shucked West Coast oysters and Mountain Creek bison striploin, is a showcase for Canadian food. (river-cafe.com) 

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“I love the atmosphere at Terranea. The resort is situated on 102 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean. We have a view of the ocean and Catalina Island from almost every corner of the Fitness & Wellness Center.

We are very fortunate to work in such a beautiful location and take advantage of the natural surroundings, especially incorporating it into our fitness offerings. My favorite part of being fitness supervisor is interacting with our guests and members and making sure they have the best day possible.”

– MARCELLA PIERSOL, FITNESS SUPERVISOR, TERRANEA RESORT

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Good health can transform both your body and your mind. In the South Bay, it’s easy to live a healthy life, especially with the help of the professionals on the following pages. They are here to take good care of your health—whether that be fitness, relaxation, skin and hair matters or cosmetic procedures.

They will inspire you, beautify you, relax and renew you. Read on …

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MARCUS FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY 108 ARNOLD’S 109 TERRANEA RESORT 110 CROSSFIT SOUTH BAY 111 J. BRIAN BOYD, MD 112 LUSTRE LASH & SKIN 113 KRISTIN EGAN, MD, FACS

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116 MANHATTAN BEACH PLASTIC SURGERY 117 FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIO 118 COREOLOGY FITNESS 119 O’CONNELL DERMATOLOGY 120 PURE LUXE MEDICAL

124 SOUTH BAY AESTHETICS,

THE PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER 125 BEAUTY ETIQUETTE 126 BLINK STUDIO 127 THE AESTHETIC CENTER 128 THRILL ATHLETICS

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MARCUS MEDICAL SPA & MARCUS FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY Dr. Keith Marcus Plastic Surgeon

1815 Via El Prado, Suite 102, Redondo Beach 310-316-1400 marcusmedicalspa.com

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arcus Medical Spa offers a wide variety of cosmetic care services and state-of-the-art equipment including CoolSculpting for fat reduction, skin tightening procedures and cellulite treatments. Dr. Keith Marcus is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon who graduated from the USC Keck School of Medicine and completed a five-year surgical residency at the University of Michigan, followed by a facial plastic and reconstructive surgery fellowship. The Marcus Medical Spa team includes Dr. Marcus, a physician assistant, four nurses and two medical aestheticians— seasoned experts boasting more than 40 years of combined aesthetic medical experience.

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“We have been performing CoolSculpting since 2011 and have successfully performed more than 3,000 treatments. We are unique in that our facility has two CoolSculpting machines. This allows our patients to freeze and ultimately eliminate fat in two areas at the same time, saving patients many hours in office procedure time.”

Do you offer a signature service?

“CoolSculpting is one of our favorite and most popular treatments, with more than 3 million treatments performed worldwide. It offers permanent fat removal of up to 25% in each treated area per session. We are now able to treat smaller areas including bra fat, back fat and the banana roll. CoolSculpting is the most effective, non-invasive modality for removing unwanted bulges and exercise-resistant fat.”

How do you stay on top of the latest trends and advances in your field?

“We have seen a dramatic increase in the number of male clients looking to eliminate fat under the chin.

Marcus Medical Spa is the first office in the South Bay to treat the double chin with the revolutionary CoolSculpting fat removal procedure. Our male clients love the fact that CoolSculpting is discreet and noninvasive, with absolutely no down time.

Additionally, all of our providers are continuously perfecting their technique through advanced workshops, conferences and extensive on-site trainings like CoolSculpting University. Dr. Marcus is a podium speaker for CoolSculpting, and several of our other

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practitioners lecture and teach throughout the nation.”

What is unique about your style and technique?

“The double chin is a real concern for clients of all ages.

We can offer synergistic treatments with CoolSculpting and other modalities that have proven efficacy in fat-reduction under the chin. Dual therapy can lead to a more sculpted and defined chin with proven patient satisfaction.”

How do you help your clients feel pampered and rejuvenated?

“From the moment you step foot into our soothing facility, you’ll feel how Marcus Medical Spa sets itself apart from other practices. The vibe is warm and inviting— never clinical—and you will be greeted with a latte or cappuccino, spa amenities and a staff that treats each person more like a friend than a patient.”

Tell us about your team.

“The Marcus Medical Spa team is made up of yoga lovers, hiking adventurists, community volunteers, and engaging mothers and fathers. We all love the outdoors and finding different activities to keep our minds and bodies in shape. We enjoy challenging ourselves and seeing results from hard work both in and outside the office. Each member of the Marcus Medical Spa team is unique, but we all have the same goal in mind: to provide the absolute best care in the South Bay.”

What promotions do you offer your clients?

“We have a monthly newsletter with treatment and product specials, and we regularly post promotions, surprise giveaways and special event details on our social media. (Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter if you’re not already following us, so you don’t miss our giveaway following this Southbay issue release!)”

How do you give back to your community?

“Marcus Medical Spa is proud to be involved in the various community activities in the South Bay, and we are happy to donate our time and facilities to benefit local schools and charitable programs each year. With four of our team members active Sandpipers, we have built lasting relationships with local business owners, partnered with prestigious philanthropic organizations and have donated more than $120,000 worth of treatments toward education in Southern California and nonprofits in the past year.”

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rnold’s is a full-service hair salon in Redondo Beach owned by Claes Kardemark and Pauline Kardemark.

A stylist for the past three decades, Claes trained at Toni & Guy in London and Stuhr in Copenhagen and spent years traveling in Europe as an instructor for several major hair companies. Pauline started training with her father at a very young age and attended beauty school at age 16. The family later moved to the U.S. and opened their family business, which they named “Arnold’s” after Claes’ father—an entrepreneur and role model to both Claes and Pauline.

How do you help your clients feel pampered and rejuvenated?

“By following our mission statement: ‘Where YOU matter the most.’ We make sure every person who walks through the door feels a genuine welcoming atmosphere and that they leave feeling relaxed and uplifted. We also use the best hair care products out there, which allows the client’s hair experience to last longer than just the salon visit.”

FAST FACT Claes and Pauline are a father-anddaughter team originally from Sweden.

Why did you decide to open your own business?

Claes: “I wanted to have the possibility to fully express my approach to hairstyling and create an environment where I as well as my team can excel and thrive.”

Pauline: “I wanted to work closely with my family again. Growing up in the family business was truly amazing, and I wanted to get that feeling back. I have so much to still learn from my parents, and I think there is no better way to honor them than to work side-by-side with them.”

Tell us about your team.

“We are currently an amazing team of nine— everyone with different skills, personalities and education. We are so proud of them and have such confidence in them. It brings us so much joy to have them with us on this journey.”

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Claes Kardemark & Pauline Kardemark Owners 1400 S. Pacific Coast Highway Redondo Beach 310-316-5555 salonarnolds.com @salonarnolds

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Being from Sweden, how do you make the South Bay feel like home?

“We love and support local businesses—not only by shopping but inviting them to be a part of the events we have at the salon. We try to set up events where new as well as existing clients are able to come in and shop, meet other local business owners and get to know them, eat, drink, get consultations by our stylists and much more.”

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TERRANEA RESORT Marcella Piersol Fitness Supervisor 100 Terranea Way Rancho Palos Verdes 310-494-7891 terranea.com

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arcella Piersol joined The Spa at Terranea as a fitness instructor in 2013 and was promoted to fitness supervisor last year. Spanning 50,000 square feet, The Spa at Terranea boasts 25 treatment rooms, an oceanfront yoga studio, full-service salon, Spa Cafe and boutique. The Fitness & Wellness Center features treadmills, elliptical cross-trainers, and upright and recumbent bikes as well as classes that include Pilates, circuit training, TRX, water aerobics, indoor cycling and a signature boot camp fitness class.

the happiest place on earth, and I am fortunate to love my job.

I recently launched a 2-mile fun run/walk for groups that can be geared to an unlimited number of guests who can go their own pace through the course that takes them throughout our pristine property. We also offer personal training and private classes with skilled instructors who tailor workouts to your individual needs. Private group classes and fitness activities for all levels are also available by appointment.”

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“The Fitness & Wellness Center amenities are available to all Terranea guests. The local community is also welcome through our exclusive Spa Membership Program, as well as through joining us at the Spa for spa treatments of 60 minutes or longer. We encourage our guests to take full advantage of the wellness offerings, perhaps an invigorating Seaside Cycle class or

“One of the most enjoyable aspects is sharing the passion and spirit of fitness. Having guests book a private training session or take a class and share their positive feedback to say that it helped jump-start their own wellness program at home is so rewarding. I refer to Terranea as

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relaxing yoga class before enjoying their relaxing spa experience.”

How do you maintain your own fitness?

“All my life I have been very active; fitness is a way of life for me. I am used to waking at 4:15 a.m. to get in a workout before I start my day.

I retired as a lieutenant from the Los Angeles Police Department in 2006 after a 22-year career, and I always made sure working out was a priority and did it before I started my shift.

Working out has also been such an incredible way to reduce stress.”

FAST FACT Marcella tried out with 1,500 contestants and was selected as one of the competitors on the original American Gladiators TV show.

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CROSSFIT SOUTH BAY Forrest Jung Owner

725 5th St., Hermosa Beach 424-901-0036 crossfitsouthbay.com

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rossFit South Bay is a gym that offers yoga, indoor cycling and Pilates, as well as CrossFit classes for adults and kids. CrossFit is a strength and conditioning program that consists of varied functional, high-intensity movements. Owner Forrest Jung opened the center in 2008.

FAST FACT CrossFit South Bay started as a small group of friends working out in a small garage gym.

How do you help your clients feel pampered and rejuvenated?

“None of my clients feel pampered or rejuvenated! They actually feel exhausted at the end of most workouts. Our clients get a feeling of accomplishment at the end of every workout.”

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What sets your business apart?

“The one thing that sets our business apart is our positive and supportive community of athletes. Our community supports people of all different fitness backgrounds. It’s a beautiful thing to see your clients supporting each other and pushing one another to get better.”

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“I love eating nachos and pizza and drinking Coke. Then to top it all off, I love the Manhattan Creamery creamwiches. I am just like everyone else who loves delicious food, sleeping in and binge-watching trashy TV. Life is about balance and earning the simple pleasures. Work hard and enjoy life!”

Why did you decide to open your own business?

“I applied to business school in 2008 at the height of a recession. When it came time to

make the commitment, I realized it wasn’t something that I wanted to do. I figured it was a time in my life to do something that I loved. I decided to take the plunge and turn a hobby into my profession. I haven’t looked back since.”

What is unique about your style and technique?

“Funny thing about fitness is that it is filled with ego. One of the things that makes us unique is that we like to have fun and just be goofy. Fitness should be fun. We’ve done costume workouts, rowing to movies, happy hours, hiking trips and potlucks. Fitness should be a way to make life more fun.”

Tell us about your team.

“I am very specific about people we add to our team. I choose people who I would want to hang out with. We have a very small but active team. I also find people camping and play a lot of pranks.”

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r. Brian Boyd is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in aesthetic surgery of the face and body. He also provides ongoing maintenance with peels, fillers and Botox. A veteran of the medical field for 2-1/2 decades, Dr. Boyd received his medical training and completed a general surgery residency in the United Kingdom. He completed a plastic surgery residency at the University of Toronto and had a further year of training in microvascular surgery at the University of Melbourne, Australia.

J. BRIAN BOYD, MD Owner

14650 Aviation Blvd., #210 Manhattan Beach 310-597-4734 my-plastic-surgeon.com

FAST FACT Dr. Boyd is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, the Royal College of Surgeons in Canada and the American College of Surgeons. He has published more than 100 articles and two major textbooks.

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“I have vast work experience in most of the procedures that I do, and I have been around long enough to see for myself what works and what doesn’t.”

How do you make your clients happy?

“By getting to know them very well and gaining a good understanding of their fears and expectations.

I try to give patients exactly what they want by individualizing the surgery to their needs. If their expectations are unrealistic, I will tell them so.

Finally I will follow them for a prolonged period to ensure a lasting result and, if necessary, apply maintenance treatments.”

In what ways do you encourage customer loyalty?

“We have loyalty programs for Botox and fillers, and we significantly discount surgical fees for repeat patients or their relatives. But above all, we encourage patient loyalty by doing a good job, treating patients with respect and taking their problems seriously.”

How do you stay on top of the latest trends and advances in your field?

“I am on the full-time faculty at UCLA; there is no greater incentive to learn than the obligation to teach! Like many academic plastic surgeons, I attend two to three national or international meetings every year. In addition, I am a reviewer for the three major plastic surgery journals, and this allows me to read articles before they ever get to print.”

What do you like to do for fun, when you’re not at work?

“The activities that I like most are skiing and golf.

Unfortunately I broke my knee in 2014, and this interfered with both sports. Being a patient is a wonderful wake-up call for a physician. It restores humility and deepens understanding of patients’ concerns.”

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ustre Lash & Skin is a private studio specializing in Xtreme® eyelash extensions/volumation and facial aesthetics. Before opening Lustre, owner Andrea Morrison—a licensed esthetician—worked as a dental hygienist and certified personal trainer.

What sets your business apart?

“Lustre clients receive only the highest quality products and disciplined professional methods. Certification and technique make a difference, not just for beautiful, long-lasting results but also for health and safety. As a technician with a medical/dental background, I know you need to be aware of aseptic techniques and how to protect your clients and not cause premature lash loss or injury to the eye.”

LUSTRE LASH & SKIN Andrea Morrison Owner 1542 Manhattan Ave. Hermosa Beach 310-357-5648 lustrelashskin.com

What made you want to go into this line of work?

“Lustre provides me the ability to channel my desire for creativity, and I enjoy creating a restorative, nurturing, soulful environment for my guests. For most of my professional career, I’ve worked as a dental hygienist. This profession built my knowledge of the head and neck and respect for health and safety measures, which dovetailed perfectly with lash and skin work. Now as an aesthetician, I have an added extension of knowledge for correcting and restoring facial skin health, in addition to gum health.”

How can clients customize the services they choose at your business?

“I love having the flexibility to cater to my guests and accommodate their hectic schedules. I allot enough time to fully understand my clients’ desired outcome, and my hands are not tied by corporate rules such as counting lashes or products. I will ensure my clients always receive five-star service in lustrous comfort and leave deliriously happy with their treatment and results.”

How do you maintain your own health and beauty?

“I eat mindfully, continually strengthen my body and am very careful what I feed my skin. I value the taste of authentic organic food and have learned to respect the quality of what I put into my body. I do my best to guard my mind and respect my heart first, and then seek nourishment from unadulterated food sources and other essential staples … like awesome shoes. I enjoy yoga, quick walks or runs along the beach and hill sprints, but my most coveted fitness sessions consist of free weights and resistant training.”

FAST FACT Andrea studied massage therapy and kinesiotherapy, and she operated a sports nutrition store before opening Lustre Lash & Skin.

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r. Egan is dual board-certified in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and her practice focuses on aesthetics including injectables, laser services and skin care. She has won numerous research awards and has published widely, including multiple chapters in the main textbook used to teach facial plastic and reconstructive surgery fellows.

KRISTIN EGAN, MD, FACS Owner

2809 Sepulveda Blvd.

Manhattan Beach 310-426-8415 drkristinegan.com

What are some of the top beauty trends?

“As we age, gravity and sun damage take a toll on our skin and soft tissues. Patients desire a return to the characteristics associated with youth, to look wellrested or simply to eliminate wrinkles. There are both surgical and less-invasive procedures to help achieve these goals. I talk with each patient to find out their goals and desires, which allows me to better tailor a plan to achieve that.”

Which procedures do you perform most often?

“People in the South Bay do not desire dramatic changes but rather want a natural result that will go unnoticed and only elicit comments that such as, ‘You look great’ or ‘You look like you got back from a relaxing vacation.’ Across the country, the popularity of injectables keeps increasing, and the South Bay follows this trend. Injectables that target forehead wrinkles and fillers that soften nasolabial folds are among the most performed.”

FAST FACT Dr. Egan She has practiced in Manhattan Beach for six years and was a clinical instructor at UCSF before moving to Southern California.

Tell us about LazerLift.

“LazerLift is a one-time, one-hour, minimally invasive treatment designed to tighten the skin of the face and neck and remove excess fat using SmartLipo technology and no scalpel. This can be performed at the office and does not require general anesthesia. LaserLift uses the latest technology to take laser energy underneath your skin and stimulate collagen production in the dermis, which leads to improved skin elasticity, thickness and texture. LazerLift is the only FDA-approved laser liposuction for the face and neck. For those patients who want to address their jowls and neck, LazerLift is the perfect option.”

What are the most popular procedures for men here in the South Bay?

“Men are becoming more active in achieving their desires for youthful rejuvenation, as women have for years. Men are also concerned with the loss of volume in the face and lines and wrinkles. Neuromodulators such as Botox and volume replacement fillers such as Radiesse and Sculptra are popular with males.”

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he office of Dr. Linda Swanson offers plastic surgery and a variety of aesthetic skin care options including fillers and Botox. In practice for more than 20 years, Dr. Swanson is a double boardcertified plastic surgeon and a graduate of Stanford Medical University.

What sets your business apart?

“I am lucky enough to have a certified, Quad ASF-approved operating room to do all my cosmetic surgery and minor cases. My surgery staff has worked with me for several years, and this allows for the operating room to run smoothly.

We pride ourselves in treating our patients like our family because we care.”

LINDA L. SWANSON, MD Owner

3440 Lomita Blvd., Suite 150 Torrance 310-517-0931 plasticsurgeryforme.com lindaswansonmd@msn.com

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“When they come to my office, they are treated as part of our family. We will see to it that they get the best care possible—from consultation to their last post-operative visit. I expect this from my staff. Our aesthetician, Jennifer Flores, will follow the client from cleansing facial to peel and home care.”

What are some of your favorite professional products?

“ZO C Serum. Everyone needs a little vitamin C to help their skin glow. And Revision Nectifirm, because it’s the only thing I have found that keeps your neck looking young.”

Do you offer a signature service?

“I have two: the mommy makeover and breast augmentation. These procedures can help make a woman look and feel better. So often weight loss, pregnancy or even just skin laxity leaves women or men with a look they are not happy with. I can help with their needs.”

What is the biggest challenge facing your clients today?

“Patients have so many choices for procedures and skin care, it’s hard for them to know what is right for them. I listen to my patients’ concerns and make a plan according to their needs.”

How do you maintain your own health and beauty?

“I eat right and exercise every day. I enjoy ballroom dancing. I walk my dogs every night and still continue to ride horses.”

What promotions do you offer your patients?

“I have always offered a free consultation for plastic surgery. We offer promotions quarterly on fillers, Botox and skin care products and/or peels. Most are sent via email or on our Facebook page.”

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FAST FACT Dr. Swanson is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery.

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TRU CENTER TRAINING & EXHALE PHYSICAL THERAPY Alicia Gilbert and Jill Lister Whan, DPT, CPI Owners 811 North Catalina Avenue, Suite #2022 Redondo Beach 310-882-8732 | TRUcentertraining.com 310-896-8763 | exhalept.com

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RU Center Training is a holistic movement and wellness studio providing multiple modalities of fitness and health. Owner Alicia Gilbert is a certified Pilates teacher and movement coach who has worked in the fitness industry for more than 20 years.

Services offered by TRU include Exhale Physical Therapy, an outpatient physical therapy practice specializing in all orthopedic conditions for all ages. Jill Lister Whan, owner of Exhale PT, earned a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and is a certified Pilates instructor.

Tell us about your team.

“TRU Center has a cohesive team of associate practitioners including four highly trained and experienced Pilates teachers, two massage therapists, one trainer and a naturopathic doctor. Exhale PT has four physical therapists— two of whom are also certified Pilates teachers— and all who are licensed to treat every orthopedic condition.”

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What sets your business apart?

Jill: “Exhale PT is unlike many physical therapy practices in the area. We provide one-on-one treatments with the doctor for a full hour. We do not utilize assistants or aides, which ensures the best, most personalized programs possible.”

FAST FACT Alicia has worked with an array of clients, from the seriously injured to celebrities to U.S. Olympic athletes. Dr. Whan has worked with U.S. Olympic and AVP top athletes and elite MMA fighters.

What is unique about your style and technique?

Alicia: “FORM IS EVERYTHING! Almost all who come to TRU Center remark that they have never experienced working out this way, whether it be Pilates, weight lifting or their respective sport. We teach you how to work from the inside out, because learning proper

body mechanics, i.e. alignment and full-body movement, makes all the difference!”

What made you want to go into this line of work?

Jill: “As a former athlete and professional dancer, I acquired a passion for physical therapy while recovering from numerous personal injuries.

With the intent to bridge the gap between traditional medicine and the teachings of Joseph H. Pilates, I created Exhale PT.”

Why did you decide to open your own business?

Alicia: “I opened TRU Center Training to create a hub for people to be able to traverse their holistic health and fitness needs under one roof.

With highly trained and experienced associate practitioners of Pilates, personal training, doctors of physical therapy and naturopathic medicine, neuromuscular and SI body workers, TRU Center prides itself on providing a highly professional and encouraging space for you to reach your highest level of health and fitness.”

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r. Jay Granzow is a boardcertified plastic surgeon and owner of Manhattan Beach Plastic Surgery. He is also a professor of surgery at UCLA. Dr. Granzow specializes in rhinoplasty and mommy makeovers (such as breast augmentation/lift, liposuction and tummy tuck). When he is not working, he is at the beach and playgrounds with his wife and two young children.

Tell us about your practice.

“My philosophy has always been to provide patient-centered care. I really spend time getting to know my patients and their concerns. I have compulsive attention to detail, which shows in the office and in surgery.

Our office has a warm and caring staff that treats patients like family. I’m thankful for all of our wonderful patients and friends in the South Bay and for their continuing support over the last 11 years.”

What trend is changing plastic surgery today?

“Nowadays more professionals are seeking plastic surgery. They don’t want anything heavy-handed, obvious or distracting in a business setting. For professional women, it’s all about aging gracefully. I can achieve subtle results, often with strategic injections or surgical procedures such as mini-facelifts and mini-lipos.”

What is your advice to patients who want to reshape their nose (rhinoplasty)?

“I believe a natural look and better breathing are most important. The result must fit the patient’s face and will be uniquely different for each person. I emphasize these points both in my surgical practice and when teaching rhinoplasty at UCLA and USC.”

What is a common misconception about mommy makeovers?

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Jay W. Granzow, MD, MPH, FACS Owner 14650 Aviation Blvd., Suite 210 Manhattan Beach 310-882-6261 manhattanbeachplasticsurgery.com

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“Many moms think that subtle results are not possible because they often see exaggerated results in LA. Most moms who come to see me want to look better but not ‘operated on.’ For some patients, fat grafting is an option for a more natural breast augmentation.”

FAST FACT Dr. Granzow is proud to be serving the South Bay community for the last 11 years.

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red Astaire Dance Studios provides a customized program of ballroom dance education designed to fit each client’s goals and desires. Owners and husband-and-wife team Izabella and Thomas Lewandowski have both been in the business for around 30 years—starting in competitive dance at age 6 in their native Poland.

Last year they opened their Redondo Beach dance studio, and they recently opened a second studio in Chino, California. The couple lives with their toy poodle, George.

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Izabella Lewandowski & Thomas Lewandowski Owners 1650 S Pacific Coast Hwy., Suite #110 Redondo Beach 310-316-5800 fredastaireredondo.com

What sets your business apart?

“It does not recognize race, age, status, ability or disability. It’s absolutely for everybody, and it’s a form of activity that helps each individual transform and enrich their lives, make positive changes, find their passion, overcome life challenges, lose weight, find balance, gain self-confidence, improve social skills—all through movement and music.”

What made you want to go into this line of work?

“Dance wasn’t just our career; it was and is our life.

It’s not just what we do; it is who we are. At a very young age we understood the amazing benefits that dance provides—but also how it shaped us as people. From the very beginning we chose to live dancing and pass it on to others and help them discover what dance can do for just about anyone … how it can transform your life.”

How can clients customize the services they choose at your business?

“Every customer that comes to our studio has different reasons, goals and needs. With this understanding, we begin our relationship with our customers with a ‘dance evaluation’ session to customize a program of learning and introduce clients to our studio and to the world of dance.”

FAST FACT Izabella and Thomas have danced together for 19 years and have earned many titles for the U.S. and worldwide.

Tell us about your team.

“Nothing that we have achieved in the short period of one year would be possible without our team. We just love them. Not only is every one a highly certified, fantastic dancer with champion titles, but they are all simply wonderful human beings—and that was the #1 priority for us when we first started the studio. We believe that the good, positive energy is very important. We wanted true-at-heart dancers who really care about the studio and everyone in it.

We are blessed to have found a team that is all that and more.”

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FAST FACT Sarah created an in-house certification program for all of her staff.

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oreology is a boutique fitness studio offering a high-intensity, Pilates-inspired workout on custom machines, sculpt classes, barre classes, indoor cycling, yoga, cardio classes and private training. Owner Sarah Martz was a professional dancer for years before opening Coreology in 2010.

What sets your business apart?

“The combination of the workouts, the people and the atmosphere really make Coreology special. I’ve worked hard to create a warm and inviting community where people can feel comfortable working out—whether they are a professional athlete, fitness fanatic or complete beginner. You can feel the supportive energy from the moment you walk in.”

In what ways do you encourage customer loyalty?

“In today’s market there are so many options

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2403 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach 704 Deep Valley Drive, Palos Verdes Info@CoreologyFitness.com CoreologyFitnessMB.com CoreologyFitness.com for fitness. Our clients choose Coreology because they can count on the very best workout in an upscale environment with a positive vibe and excellent customer service.

Our customers are our family.”

What is unique about your style and technique?

“To me there is nothing worse than a dull and monotonous fitness experience. At Coreology the classes are designed to be energetic and provide immediate, positive results regardless of your current fitness level. The low-impact aspect of the workout makes it safe for just about everyone, while the music, instructors and muscle-shaking intensity makes it extremely addictive.”

Tell us about your team.

“One of my favorite things about Coreology is our talented group of instructors. Many have been with me since I opened, and I am hon-

ored to have such a motivational, supportive, energetic and positive team.”

How do you maintain your own fitness?

“I’m currently seven months pregnant with my second child, and I love that I have been able to stay active and keep up with my workouts at Coreology. I have kept fit by doing a combination of some of my favorite Coreology classes including: Pilates, barre, cycling, Tabata (a HIIT style class) and stretch! I try to take class at least three to four times a week.”

What promotions do you offer your clients?

“I love introducing new clients to Coreology, and we offer a first class for $15 and a discounted first month unlimited pass. We often run fitness challenges and special promotions throughout the year. Mention Southbay magazine or use promo code southbaymag at checkout to receive 20% off any regularly priced class package!”

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O’CONNELL DERMATOLOGY 23451 Madison Street, Suite 190 Torrance 310-373-6952 oconnelldermatology.com

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’Connell Dermatology provides skin care solutions for women and men of every age and ethnicity. The practice offers a complete range of cosmetic and dermatological services, as well as a pharmaceutical-grade product line. Owner Dr. James O’Connell is a board-certified dermatologist with more than 30 years of experience. A graduate of the USC Keck School of Medicine, he specializes in general dermatology including skin cancer detection and surgery; diseases of the skin, hair and nails; mole examinations; acne and wart therapy; eczema, psoriasis and rosacea; antiaging and sun damage. Penny Johnson and Rochelle Guevarra are medical aestheticians and medical assistants to Dr. O’Connell.

How do you stay on top of the latest trends and advances in skin care?

“We attend national and international trade shows, continuing education conferences and hands-on training classes. We are

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dedicated to researching the most current results-oriented treatments and products in the skin care industry.”

What is the biggest benefit that your clients gain from seeing you for their skin care needs?

“The primary benefit clients will see is quicker and longer-lasting results, because the treatments and products we use contain pharmaceutical-grade ingredients that deliver much more effective results. We customize skin care programs for each individual person, so they will receive maximum results.”

What would you like potential clients to know about your office?

“James V. O’Connell, MD, Inc. was founded on a commitment to help South Bay area residents look and feel their best. Our skin care team is under the supervision of James V. O’Connell, MD, a board-certified dermatologist. He works closely with his staff to develop and have knowledge of the latest procedures,

techniques and products. Our friendly staff is available to assist clients with appointments, answer questions and concerns, and make product recommendations. We also offer complimentary consultations. Our senior medical aesthetician, Penny Johnson, is an industry expert with 15 years of skin care expertise and a trusted advisor for several national skin care companies. Rochelle Guevarra is the newest member of our team.”

What is most rewarding about your work?

“Making people look and feel good about themselves. Our goal is to make everyone feel like they are with a friend.”

FAST FACT Dr. O’Connell and his wife, Karen, enjoy deep sea fishing in Mexico. Penny and her husband, David, have 18-month-old twin boys. Rochelle enjoys baking and reading in her spare time.

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ure Luxe Medical is a modern luxury medical spa providing the latest techniques in anti-aging and skin care treatments. Founded by Dinah Manalo, CNP, and Robert Hashemiyoon, MD, Pure Luxe Medical offers nonsurgical cosmetic procedures and medical-grade products designed to reverse the aging process and keep skin looking young and vibrant.

PURE LUXE MEDICAL Dinah Manalo, CNP, MSN, BSN Cofounder|Clinical Director 423 Main Street, El Segundo 424-277-1642 pureluxemedical.com

How do you help your clients feel pampered and rejuvenated?

“Pure Luxe Medical was thoughtfully designed using elegant and intimate décor. Patients are greeted by our friendly and courteous staff while experiencing soothing aromas, elegant and modern furnishings, fresh orchids and bouquets, and crystal chandeliers overhead.”

What are some of your favorite professional products?

“I highly recommend C-Bright by ZO Skin Health, Advance+ Super Serum by IS Clinical and Vital C Anti-Aging Serum by Image. These anti-aging products contain medical-grade vitamin C, which helps to hydrate, renew and illuminate your skin.”

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“The South Bay is not just an area I work in, but more importantly a place I call home. The demand for excellent patient care inspired me to open Pure Luxe Medical and provide our patients the customer service and treatment results they deserve. I am so excited and proud to open our doors to the residents of the South Bay and offer them a luxury med spa experience.”

What sets your business apart?

“The #1 complaint we hear from our new patients is that their previous provider rushed through the treatment and did not take the time to educate and discuss their overall skin care goals. At Pure Luxe Medical, we are committed to providing our patients comprehensive and personalized treatment options based on their lifestyle, budget and time frame in order to reach their immediate and long-term goals.”

What made you want to go into this line of work?

“Ever since I was a little girl I loved watching my mother do her makeup and dress up. She carried herself with such beauty and grace and reminded me always to be beautiful on the inside and out. After becoming a nurse practitioner I was drawn to aesthetic medicine.

I am excited every day to come to work and provide a service that has a positive impact on my patients’ lives.”

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FAST FACT Dinah was born in the Philippines and moved to Southern California when she was 13 years old. She has owned her home in Hermosa Beach since 2004.

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assage Revolution is a therapeutic massage treatment center with an entire team of neuromuscular massage therapists specializing in back and neck pain relief, and all types of massages for sports performance, better posture or pure relaxation. Owner Michael Greenspan has worked in the field for 25 years with a degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder in exercise physiology and kinesiology.

Do you accept PPO insurance?

“We do. It’s rare for soft-tissue pain relief clinics to accept insurance, but we take 99% of PPO insurances. We have a physician on staff to cover your treatments with physical therapy benefits, since our therapists specialize in medical soft-tissue neuromuscular therapy.”

FAST FACT Michael Greenspan has worked as a neuromuscular therapist for the past 21/2 decades.

What sets your business apart?

“Our ‘almost magic’ neuromuscular back-and-neckpain-relief massage experts focus on the root cause of pain to deliver long-lasting muscle relief that returns the quality of life our patients deserve. Our neuromuscular massages are unique as an incredible form of massage that finally gets rid of or greatly relieves back and neck pain. To my knowledge, it’s far and away the most effective treatment out there, and 100% natural.”

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“Having worked as a leading neuromuscular therapist and a consultant to many other businesses involved in pain relief, patients can visit my clinic knowing they’re getting tested treatments that not only relieve pain in the short-term but, more importantly, the long-term.

And we’re not all about pain relief … our patients can experience pure relaxation too!”

Why did you decide to open your own business?

“I’ve dedicated my life to helping people live better lives and feel younger through pain relief as a neuromuscular therapist, teacher and consultant, so opening Massage Revolution was a very natural progression for me.”

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What is the biggest challenge facing your clients today?

“Consistent back and neck pain that interferes with their daily life. In most cases pain is caused by simple things like working at a computer or lifting/carrying kids, so helping patients understand what’s causing their pain and then treating them specifically for that cause allows us to easily free our patients of any constant nagging pain that’s stopping them from living the active life they desire.”

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evive Wellness Center is an aesthetic medical practice providing treatments including cosmetic surgery, SmartLipo, NeoGraft hair restoration for men and women, dermal fillers, Botox, laser treatments and laser hair removal.

Shonda Chase, a family nurse practitioner, is co-owner of Revive Wellness Center. She has worked full-time in the aesthetic medical field since 2004.

Tell us about your background.

“I am a nationally recognized advanced injector, and I have safely treated more than 15,000 patients in the last 12 years. I was an early adopter of the advanced lift injection cannula technique to ensure patient’s safety and minimize bruising.”

What sets your business apart?

“Part of Revive’s mission is to help increase our patient’s happiness. We strive to provide our patients with the best possible surgical and nonsurgical aesthetic results at fair prices. Revive’s staff cares about their patients and wants treatments to increase their happiness.”

What would you like patients to know about you?

“Every month we have patients come in to get ready for their next big event or birthday.

People think improvement can happen with one visit. We always hope that patients will come in soon enough to accomplish their goals because it may take longer to accomplish their goals.”

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Tell us about your team.

FAST FACT Revive is often involved in one or more FDA studies of future medical devices and treatments to benefit their patients and eventually patients nationwide.

REVIVE WELLNESS CENTER Shonda Chase FNP Co-owner/Aesthetic Artistic Director 22330 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite J, Torrance 310-375-7599 revivecenter.com

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“Dr. Allan Wu is Revive’s cosmetic surgeon.

His experience and precision helps patients enjoy their results now, and for the rest of their lives. Cynthia Furnberg, NP-C, is a specialist in balancing men’s and women’s hormone levels to restore vitality and health. Our highly trained support staff strives to make every patient’s experience at Revive a positive one.”

How can clients customize the services they choose at your business?

“Everything Revive does is customized for each patient. No two people are alike, and everyone has different goals. Revive adjusts each treatment to help every person feel better about themselves.”

What is the biggest challenge facing your clients today?

“People are constantly comparing themselves with their friends, colleagues and others. We help people turn back their aging clock, slow the effects of future aging and improve what they were born with. We want every patient to enjoy excellent medical aesthetic results at fair prices.”

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odernArt MedSpa & Salon offers medical aesthetics and spa services including Botox and CoolSculpting, as well as a full-service hair salon. Formerly a critical care nurse, owner Amanda deWysocki is now an aesthetic nurse specialist with advanced training in a wide variety of cosmetic and anti-aging procedures. She trained extensively under various plastic surgeons and holds multiple certifications in advanced injectable techniques, laser procedures and PRP.

MODERNART MEDSPA & SALON Amanda deWysocki, RN Owner

1620 Aviation Blvd., Redondo Beach 310-374-7878 modernartspa.com

What sets your business apart?

“We are a community-focused, family-friendly salon with a warm, inviting atmosphere. We have no pushy sales team or aggressive marketing strategies. We simply keep our prices low and take such pride in our work that it speaks for itself and our clients return!”

In what ways do you encourage customer loyalty?

“We have incredibly loyal customers because they know we truly won’t be satisfied until they are. They appreciate our honesty and integrity, which I believe is the most effective way to maintain clients. We know our client’s name when they walk in the door, and I think that immediately puts them at ease … and it’s why they keep coming back.”

FAST FACT Amanda is an adjunct clinical instructor for National Laser Institute’s cosmetic injectables courses.

Do you offer a signature service?

“The most popular new service we are offering is CoolSculpting. CoolSculpting is an extremely effective, nonsurgical way to permanently remove fat with no down time. I’ve been working with the device since it first hit the market in 2011 and am still blown away by the results every day. It’s extremely rewarding to see, particularly for moms treating that baby belly they’ve been working so hard to get rid of, sometimes for years. That’s how I first fell in love with the device. My daughter was 8 when I had my one and only treatment on my lower abdominals, and my results were incredible. I knew back then, five years ago, that if I ever owned my own spa this would be one of the first machines I’d purchase. I can’t tell you what a good decision that was. We’ve helped all ages, men and women equally, all body types and sizes, sculpt their body in ways that diet and exercise just couldn’t.”

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SOUTH BAY AESTHETICS, THE PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER Christopher S. Verbin, MD Medical Director/Owner

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adds another level of skill and comfort for the patient. It is important to use only fresh Botox and blockers to attain maximal results and duration for our patients.”

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“Fillers, Botox, lasers, Ulthera, skin care, nutrition, exercise, diet and great supplements! It’s all part of a necessary multi-targeted approach at all the various factors that play against us.

I’ll add in some PRP and stem cell transfer and some easy surgery at appropriate times. No need to do the big things with a little routine maintenance along the way.”

n practice for nearly two decades, Dr. Christopher Verbin is an aesthetic plastic surgeon and the medical director and owner of South Bay Aesthetics, The Plastic Surgery Center. Dr. Verbin and his team offer a variety of cosmetic options— simple, noninvasive or surgical aesthetic procedures—at their on-site accredited surgical facility.

“I grew up in the South Bay and returned to live here through my residency and beyond, taking over a practice that began with the first plastic surgeon established here. I have trained and worked with many of the best, and I bring exceptional skill and artistry to those I treat.”

What is unique about your style and technique?

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How do you maintain your own health and beauty?

What are the latest trends/advances in your practice?

“In high demand is natural gluteal reshaping and augmentation—known as the Brazilian butt lift—which removes your own fat and stem cells while contouring the waist and grafts them for buttock shape and fullness. We also specialize in the newest gummy bear breast implant

FAST FACT Dr. Verbin is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, having completed eight years of residency training in plastic surgery and general surgery at USC Department of Plastic Surgery and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. with a rapid recovery technique. These shaped silicone implants create a fantastic breast shape with the least risk of firmness, rippling or rupture.”

What is the biggest challenge facing your clients today?

“Most people want to look natural and have a quick recovery so they can return to their normal lifestyle. Most people want to feel, look and dress their best, and with a little help, our clinic can polish, enhance or restore most faces and bodies. Natural and YOU is our focus.”

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eauty Etiquette is a studio located in Torrance that carries a variety of skin care and body products including Beauty Etiquette makeup and Dermalogica skin care. Owner/esthetician Tammy Garcia and esthetician Miyuki Shimomura specialize in facials, waxing, eyelash extensions, eyebrow/lash tint and makeup application.

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How do you help your clients feel pampered and rejuvenated?

“Everyone deserves time for themselves, and at Beauty Etiquette we are here to give you the most amazing experience. Our facial treatments start by analyzing your skin to determine the best products to use. We custom design your facial tailored to your skin’s needs. Most facials include double cleansing, steam, minimal extraction, exfoliation, mask, massage, hydration and sun protection. Our goal is to make you feel pampered, relaxed and rejuvenated. Come to your ‘happy place’ for an hour or two and leave looking and feeling beautiful!”

What sets your business apart?

“We have a passion for what we do at Beauty Etiquette and whether subtle, naturally sophisticated or bold, we get creative helping you achieve your at-home beauty routine. We do a great job with eyelash extensions— enhancing the length and thickness of natural eyelashes.

We love drawing attention to the eyebrows—shaping, defining and illuminating the brow area and we get creative with the latest shades of makeup. Facials are also a big priority on our list. There are many different facials designed to maintain radiant and healthy skin. We have ‘Magic Fingers’—a microcurrent facial, microdermabrasion, custom, exfoliation, galvanic, back, and deep cleansing facials, oxygen, 24k gold soft masks and more.”

What would you like potential clients to know about you?

“Our studio is open by appointment only. We are happy to receive a call or a text message and will reply as soon as possible.”

Why did you decide to open your own business?

Tammy: “The beauty business has always been a passion of mine. When I moved from the Valley to the South Bay, I found myself driving back to the Valley for my beauty needs such as facial waxing, tinting, makeup application, facials, eyelash extensions, etc. I had a hard time finding the makeup we carry—one that kept up with the latest trends for each season. Now we have a studio that meets those needs.”

FAST FACT Beauty Etiquette is highly involved in the American Diabetes Association, Safe Surfin Foundation, YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, Hold the Rope Foundation and many other charitable foundations in the South Bay.

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FAST FACT Blink Studio has been in business for four years.

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indy Strom and Karla Salguero, owners of Blink Studio in Manhattan Beach, offer all-natural custom airbrush tanning, fullbody waxing and eyelash extension services.

Cindy is a licensed esthetician and certified lash technician, and Karla is a certified lash technician and airbrush specialist. Blink Studio has been in business for four years.

What sets your business apart?

“We asked a good friend/client her thoughts on this question, and her response was: ‘Blink Studio feels like you’re getting all dolled up with your sisters.’ Truly we think what sets us apart is that our studio feels like home to many people—filled with lots of women and laughter.”

Why did you decide to open your own business?

“Our father is a small business owner who always encouraged us to do what we love. It was a lifelong vision to open our own small business and follow in our parents’ footsteps.”

What is unique about your style and technique?

“The eyelash extensions we use are tapered thin for a more natural-looking extension.

While most lash technicians chose to ‘fill’ the eyelash extensions once they’ve regrown, we take the healthy/sanitary approach and opt for removing the existing lash extensions and starting over with a new set of eyelash extensions. This service is available at half the cost for clients returning within four weeks of their last appointment.

We specialize in a brown sugar express custom airbrush tan. It’s literally made of brown sugar and smells like candy. What’s great about this solution is that the color is brown vs. golden, it is eco-certified and allnatural, paraben-free, gluten-free and can be rinsed off in one to three hours time!”

How do you maintain your own fitness?

“As small business owners, most of our time is consumed working long hours. So in order to work out, we wake up at 5 a.m. to do a fun SoulCycle class taught by our sister Alba.”

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How do you give back to your community?

“We donate to local organizations, schools, auctions and events, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting local charity organizations.”

Tell us about your family.

“We are a family owned and operated small business. Family is everything to us! When we’re not working, we are hanging out with our other two sisters supporting each other’s drive and unique talent.”

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THE AESTHETIC CENTER Cary D. Nelson, MD Owner

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he Aesthetic Center of Torrance offers concierge medical services, medical aesthetics and clinical skin care.

Owner Dr. Cary Nelson has worked in the medical industry for the past 11 years.

Tell us about your medical training.

“I began learning concepts of aesthetic medicine during my second and third years of residency training; I focused solely on aesthetics for my first two years post-residency. I was fortunate enough to be mentored and trained hands-on by some of the top injectors in the U.S. and under the tutelage of the creators of the Photofacial (IPL) treatment.”

Do you offer a signature service?

“Yes, we offer a feminine rejuvenation treatment called ThermiVa; it’s non-surgical, painless and takes about 30 minutes. So if you suffer from ‘leakage’ (coughing, squatting or laughing), dryness or are dissatisfied with the cosmetic appearance, ThermiVa could be

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24554 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance 424-237-2622 theaestheticcentertorrance.com the solution. Most patients need one to three treatments, spaced about a month apart, and a maintenance treatment nine months to one year later.”

ships with my patients, both getting to know them and, in turn, them getting to know me!”

How do you stay on top of the latest trends and advances in your field?

“Hyaluronic acid serum—an absolute must!

Vitamin A-based topical products (Tretinoin, retinol creams) and retinoic acid peels, and Elta MD sunblock (it’s clear zinc and easy to apply!)”

“I stay current by reading the most up-to-date medical/esthetic journals and publications and by attending the largest Aesthetic conference annually. You never stop learning!”

What made you go into this line of work?

“After working for a couple of large multi-practitioner offices where everyone and everything done was on a time crunch, I thought there HAS TO BE a better way to treat patients.

I found the traditional office setting simply doesn’t allow for the doctor-patient relationship to develop. So I took a chance (call it a leap of faith) and decided to go out on my own and start a concierge-style practice. Doing so has allowed me to truly cultivate my relation-

What are some of your favorite professional products?

In what ways do you encourage customer loyalty?

“We offer promotions, product discounts, fantastic customer service and a welcoming, serene environment for treatments.”

FAST FACT The Aesthetic Center is a member of the Palos Verdes and Redondo Beach chambers of commerce and supports various local schools and charities.

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THRILL ATHLETICS Shaun Anthony Head Coach

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hrill Athletics is a boutique fitness studio offering CrossFit, cycling, barre and yoga. Heach coach Shaun Anthony has worked in the fitness industry for the past six years. All of the coaches at Thrill are competitive athletes— some for more than 20 years—and are certified in various exercise modalities.

What sets your business apart?

“The heart of Thrill is friendly competition.

Competition creates camaraderie, which creates community. It’s much more fun to play a game with friends than to work out. The reason people fail in traditional gyms is the experience feels like work rather than pleasure. At Thrill the experience is like playing a game just as you did in childhood. Getting fit should be an accidental benefit of having fun.”

Do you offer a signature service?

“All of our programs allow you to achieve levels. You can go on a yoga journey from being

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200 N. Sepulveda, The Atrium El Segundo 310-596-4977 thrillathletics.com a White Mat to progressing to a Black Mat Yogi level. We built this amazing program to help you quantify your results and strive toward new goals. We also do this in CrossFit, and our athletes have embraced it!”

FAST FACT The coaches at Thrill are all competitive athletes and are certified in various exercise modalities.

How can clients customize the services they choose at your business?

“We allow our athletes to build their own membership. All options have access to our cardio and strength training, and you can choose which classes fit your goals.”

How do you stay on top of the latest trends and advances in your field?

“We constantly educate ourselves. However,

the essence of Thrill is motivational psychology. We all want validation from our peers. A high-five goes a long way to helping an athlete stay consistent at the gym.”

How do you maintain your own fitness?

“All of the coaches at Thrill flow through everything we offer. We designed the experience for balance, and we all do our best to set an example.”

How do you give back to the community?

“We love hosting charitable events for our local community groups. We do Fitness Olympics that are incredibly fun.’

Tell us about your team.

“There are actually several couples that coach at Thrill. Our ideal outcome would be that in five years, a number of couples would tell us they met, connected and found love (and fitness) with us.”

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