Tallahassee Woman February/March 2020

WOMAN Terri Tallahassee

FEBRUARY/MARCH 2020

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CHIEF BROWN’S LAWS OF MOTION

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CO N T E N T S

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32. On the Cover

12. Letter from the Guest Editor

36. Business

Spring Fashion: Spring Coats Make A Statement She Say Social: Who Inspires you?

20. Living Local

WE Elevate: Kelly Otte Around Town: TWM Cover Woman Katrina Rolle Cover Party Sweet Home Tallahassee: When Women Unite, Great Things Happen Community: Black History: Honoring African American Women A Moment in History Haute Happenings: Highlights of Local Events

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10. Letter from the Publisher

14. Trends

Contents

Chief Brown’s Laws of Motion

Money Talk: Seven Critical Financial Questions For Women Women to Watch: Promotions, awards and other notable achievements of local women.

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40. Feature Travel

Madame Xhales at Shinta Mani Resort Siem Reap, Cambodia

44. Wellness

Healthy Living: Let’s Talk Goals Mental Health Matters: Choose Gratitude Daily

48. Food

The Dish: Don’t Compromise Taste For Health!

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32. about the cover woman: Terri Brown: Chief Brown's Law of Motion By Kristen Coyne photography: Kira Derryberry | makeup: Jamee Wright | clothing and accessories: Narcissus

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HONORING OUR DONORS

V I R G I N I A

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Telemedicine Tallahassee Memorial Newborn Intensive Care Unit Virginia’s generosity has met many important needs over her 20 years of service with the Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) Foundation Board of Trustees. Her recent gift provided five Telemedicine units for the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This is a Q&A with Virginia and Lauren Faison-Clark, administrator for Regional Development, Population Health and Telemedicine at TMH:

Virginia, why was this gift meaningful for you?

I had a great nephew who was born premature, and I remember the anxieties his parents experienced. When Lauren demonstrated the equipment, I had a flashback to my great nephew, who is now, thankfully, a freshman in high school and very healthy. I thought, we need to step up and buy these.

Lauren, how does this technology work and how is it improving lives?

Nurses identified this need because they saw the heartache of parents. If your baby is in the NICU for a month, you can’t be there 24/7. Parents have to go back to work, or they have other children they’re caring for. This is a tablet with a webcam and secure video conferencing. Parents can log in to see their baby and communicate with the nurse or doctor. It’s wonderful because we know how important mental health is for healing, for both baby and parents. We also have two units that can go on transportation units so the neonatologist can see the baby and start directing care before they even make it to the hospital.

Virginia, what motivates your giving and service?

I keep saying that I’m going to slow down one day, but as long as I’m healthy, needed and wanted, I’m going to continue to try to make a difference. Service is the price we pay for the space we occupy on this earth. Scripture tells us it is more blessed to give than to receive.

“Just listen to the needs. They’re all around us.”

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February - March 2020 • Volume 15 • Issue 1

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CONT RI BU TORS

TAVIA RAHKI WRITER Tavia is passionate about cultivating wellness through sustainable and healthful living.

BRIANA SMITH Tavia earned her B.S. WRITER in Exercise Science Briana Smith is a from FSU and her M.S. PAULA DEBOLESstudent at Florida State in Neuroscience from University majoring JOHNSON ALAINA GILPIN USF. She is studying in Studio Art. She is a WRITER WRITER chiropractic medicine Creative Consultant and a Paula DeBoles-Johnson, Alaina Gilpin, United Way professional model having and works as a yoga and MPA, CCM is employed of the Big Bend, works in meditation teacher. with Leon County the Resource Development worked in New York and Los Angeles in runway, Government, where Department, focusing on she is responsible for special event management Fashion Week and print.

She enjoys music, travel fueling the engagement and identifying areas of JULI PUCKETT and professional impact for UWBB’s affinity and singing.

WRITER development of groups. She is committed Juli Puckett, studio employees. She is the empowering those whose manager and coach, Founder and Executive voices are often not heard, Orange theory Fitness Director of Capital City especially women.

Tallahassee. She Youth Development has been in fitness, Corporation, a local coaching, instructing or nonprofit. managing, for ten years.

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Contributors

BETHANY H. CORUM WRITER Bethany H. Corum is CoChief Operating Officer of Capital City Bank. She is a lucky wife, groovy mom, community volunteer and mediocre friend. She is also the Chief Financial Officer of the Corum household.

KELLY OTTE WRITER Kelly Otte, Executive Director of Tallahassee’s PACE Center for Girls In a proven leader and a passionate advocate for women and girls; formerly served as Executive Director of Refuge House; Kelly is the founder of the Oasis Center for Women and Girls.

KIRA DERRYBERRY PHOTOGRAPHER Kira Derryberry is a Tallahassee based portrait photographer specializing in families, headshots, boudoir, and commercial photography. She books locally in Tallahassee and is available for travel worldwide. View her portfolio at www. kiraderryberry.com.

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REGINA LYNCHHUDSON WRITER Veteran publicist and luxury lifestyle experience-aholic, Regina Lynch-Hudson, pens MadameXhales, slated towards the vintage of woman that enjoys more time to travel.

The exacting taste of MadameXhales finds her exploring destinations, cruises, resorts, spas, and extracurricular activities.

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Women Build 2020 will begin poverty housing. Housing cost burden occurs when a family spends more than 30% of its income on shelter-related expenses which with the “She Nailed It!” Blitz Week ince mortgage, rent, utilities, etc. What does that mean? A minimum wage earner in the Big Bend is under stress if his/her housing costs exceed $377 per month. and Capital Campaign March 2nd-5th.

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Letter from

2020 Vision: WE RISE

Impact, Influence and Insight

Dr. Michelle Mitcham

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TWM embraces the oneness of humanity and all of our diverse sisters and special holidays to celebrate everyone. With this said, Black History week was established by Carter G. Woodson in 1926 and celebrated in February to coincide with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. The celebration was extended to the month of February beginning in 1976. To celebrate National African-American History Month, TWM recognizes several outstanding women that are making a difference, spreading their inf luence and impact.

What’s on your vision board? Are your actions having an impact on others, relationships or the Tallahassee community? How do you use your circle of inf luence to make a difference? What insights have you gained? These are rhetorical questions to ref lect upon as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women’s constitutional right to vote, as well as Black History Month in February, followed by Women’s History Month in March.

WE RISE because of so many special women using their voices advocating in the community. One outstanding community leader we are honored to recognize that elevates others is Kelly Otte. I appreciate her community advocacy in action and learning more about her authentic heart.

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new year and fresh beginnings. For the TWM community, 2020 marks the year of WE RISE. Continuing with the theme of Women Empowered, we have added Engaged, which describes what we do best. R.I.S.E. stands for Reach, rise, revolutionize, resonate; Inf luence, impact; Shine, sustain, seek solutions; Exhale, envision, engage and educate. Together, we can make this happen. I am excited about the power of community and what we can accomplish with care, collaboration and compassion. This is our 2020 vision.

In this issue, we celebrate women making history that have a signif icant impact like our cover woman, Chief Terri Brown, the f irst female police chief at Florida State University. I had the opportunity to witness Chief Brown being sworn in last September by the Honorable Nina Ashenaf i Richardson, which was unforgettable. I am so excited that her inspirational story was captured by our esteemed and highly celebrated Guest Editor, Kristen Coyne.

"Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn't be that women are the exception." ~Ruth Bader Ginsburg Namaste,

Dr. Michelle Mitcham

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Kristen Coyne

“Chief Brown knows progress is possible because progress, slow and steady, has been her life story.”

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lthough she probably would have preferred spending her day off fishing with her wife, Jackie, at their place on the coast, Terri Brown instead came into the office one day after Christmas last year to talk to me. Just a few months earlier, she had been sworn in as Florida State University Police Chief, the first woman in the job. I was curious to meet the history-maker behind the milestone.

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Chief Brown, with short, salt-andpepper hair and a no-nonsense demeanor, is a direct communicator; in conversation, she looks you straight in the eye and makes known that you are seen and you are heard. She made plenty of time for our interview and answered questions graciously, at times expansively. “It’s how you treat people,” as she likes to say.

Although she seems a bit uncomfortable in the spotlight, Chief Brown is poised to make good use of it, both to lead her department forward and to inspire more women to a career still dominated by men. She has her work cut out for her. In 2013, approximately 88 percent of full-time law enforcement officers nationwide were men, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. When it comes to the top jobs, women are even scarcer. “A lot of times, I'm one of two, maybe three females sitting in a room of 100 people,” Chief Brown said.

But she knows progress is possible because progress, slow and steady, has been her life story.

When she first joined the FSUPD in 1991, Chief Brown was among just a few women on the force. Role models for women in law enforcement — or for women in leadership, period — were few and far between.

But a lot happened in the decades that followed. In 1993, Floridian Janet Reno became the first female attorney general of the United States. Two years later, Col. Eileen Collins became the first woman to pilot a space shuttle; after another two years, the nation saw its first female secretary of state, Madeleine Albright. In 2008, Gen. Ann Dunwoody became the country’s first female four-star general, and another big barrier fell in the U.S. armed forces when a ban against women in combat positions was lifted in 2013. During the country’s next presidential election, Hillary Clinton became the first woman to receive a nomination from a major political party.

In short, women were knocking down professional barriers left and right.

Meanwhile, back in Tallahassee, Brown was living her own, personal version of that narrative, working her way up in the department. Were there obstacles? You bet, including male co-workers who told her women

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had no business in the profession. But as a former Godby High athlete, she was used to getting knocked down and picking herself back up. Up from patrol officer to sergeant, up from sergeant to lieutenant, then up to captain, then deputy chief. Finally, there was the history-making phone call offering her the top job.

“When they called and asked, I didn't have to hesitate,” said Brown, 55. “I'm proud of the men and women who work in this department.”

During this centennial anniversary of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing women the right to vote, it seems especially appropriate to celebrate this homegrown, barrier-breaking success story. You can learn more about Chief Brown in our interview on p. 32.

Today, Chief Brown supervises a force of 83 sworn officers, 14 of them women. She’s looking to boost the number of females and minorities on her force. If any readers out there feel called to serve, give her a buzz: She has a couple of spots to fill.

Kristen Coyne is a writer and editor at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, where she loves telling people about the amazing science that happens in the lab’s world-record magnets.

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Whether you prefer a jacket, trench coat, wrap coat, pea coat or unstructured sweater coat, it is best to choose what makes you feel comfortable. It’s that time of year in Tallahassee where the mornings may be chilly and then warm by the afternoon, but there’s no need to compromise comfort and style. Don’t hesitate to try something new or bold.

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Katie Reeves inspires me with her friendship, understanding and genuine ability to point me in the right direction. She encourages me to build a better business, and be a better person, while running her family and her own business!

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What woman continually inspires or encourages you?

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Meg Baldwin, whose unending support and hard work on behalf of the women in our community are amazing. Her efforts in the areas of domestic and sexual violence are unsurpassed by anyone.

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Monica O’Neal, she is such an inspiration! No matter what she has gone through she always has a smile and a laugh to share!

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Jessica Duncan, [who] gives back to our community, raises two beautiful children, is an amazing wife, lifts up every woman that she encounters and does it all with a beautiful smile.

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My friend @saraclements has always been a cheerleader for me, in business and in life. I value her encouragement and friendship.

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Three amazing women who don’t self-promote and are deserving of being recognized for their efforts include Dr. Gabrielle Gabrielli whose nonprofit provides scuba diving lessons for persons with disabilities; Lola Brognano for her incredible work counseling moms who have experiences prenatal and infant loss; Mimi Graham for her many years of policy writing and implementation and advocacy for children in regards to early child education and trauma informed care.

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WE ELEVATE • AROUND TOWN • COMMUNITY • HAUTE HAPPENINGS

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What matters most to you?

My family. Scott and I have been married for 33 years and I love the life we have had so far together. We worked very hard and have had some rough times but we’ve always managed to get stronger and evolve. He’s quiet and strong and we balance each other really well. I’m very proud of our beautiful children. Alex is 25 and attends UNF in Jacksonville and Sam is 19 and attending FSU. They are loving, smart, wonderful people and when we’re all together I’m filled to the brim with love. My sister Shannon is my other best friend (besides Scott). I try and connect with her every day. She lives in on a cattle ranch in the Ruby Mountains in Nevada so I don’t get to see her very often. I’m hoping someday to convince her to move to Tallahassee so we can grow old together.

Aside from my family my horse Xena matters most to me. I ride western and go slow but love every second with her. There is literally nothing better than riding on one of Leon Country’s greenways under the hundred-year oaks.

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What is your philosophy for elevating women and girls?

I am passionate about women and girls being respected equally in every room they want to be in. I believe we have to do whatever we can to name the barriers that prevent that from happening and identify support and strategies for women to overcome them. This also includes educating the community about what those barriers are and why they matter. When I started The Oasis Center for Women & Girls, we opened programs like Girls Can Do Anything Summer Camp which thoughtfully and strategically exposes girls to opportunities. For example, women firefighters are less than 5 percent of the national workforce, so we arranged for the girls to spend an afternoon with a roomful of women firefighters from Tallahassee Fire Department. We also started the Women Can Run program to address the small numbers of women serving in elected office.

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Specific strategies you employ to empower women in your organization and the community?

I am paying forward the mentoring and love I received from women who were key in my life. Susie O’Brien who told me I was smart and needed to go to college; Dr. Alice Twining who told me I could make a living while being committed to ending violence against women;

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Shirley Webb who encouraged me to use my voice in ways that could make a difference and invited me into situations where I had to stretch to feel like I belonged; Priscilla Barnes who held me accountable as I worked to be culturally aware; Kris Knab who taught me that standing up for the right thing can be lonely and hard but is always the right thing.

In honor for what they poured into me I work very hard to pour into others. Sharing thoughts, supporting ideas, being candid, opening doors and being available to the younger women in my life who I have learned as much from as I have given – Barby Moro, Haley Cutler and Lashawn Gordon.

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At Pace Center for Girls I work hard every day to encourage the girls to not let the world define them by one standard – to embrace who they are and to know they can be whatever they can dream for themselves. We work hard at Pace to help the girls find their voices in constructive ways. Over the years I’ve been the proudest when girls have circulated petitions amongst themselves for changes they want to see at the center.

4What is your inner voice or heart telling you?

That I have more to give and more I can do. I resolve this year to stretch myself well beyond my comfort zone and stand up for what’s right in new ways.

5What are your core values?

Integrity, authenticity, social justice and laughter. I’m not sure which of those are values but they are the cornerstone of how I live my life.

I try to stay grounded in what’s honest – about who I am, what I can offer. And I’m attracted to people who are the same. Social justice, particularly with women and girls, because it’s my obligation and honor to speak up and stand up. Laughter because the world is very serious and the work, I have done for 30 years is really hard and laughing is literally the best medicine.

6What does it mean to you to be successful?

Being successful to me is knowing that the work I do makes a difference. For years I’ve defined that as wanting to go to bed at

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night and know the work that I’ve done has made a difference somehow. That it mattered I got up that day and that I tried my hardest.

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What advice do you have for your girls, teens and young women?

Recognize the collective power of your relationships with other girls and women.

Make sure your circle of friends doesn’t all look like you and live in the same part of town. Know that you have the right to earn a place at any decision-making table.

Help others. Recognize that women have been pitted against each other since the beginning of time and that we need each other. Know that the circumstances of your life don’t define you – they’re just circumstances. Believe you can and you will.

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8What is your inspiration?

I’m inspired to action by injustice. Every day I work with girls from families living two miles from the Capitol who don’t have food, can’t afford to buy shoes that fit and who live in unsafe housing situations. Girls whose mothers are often working three part time jobs because they can only make it on minimum wage by working 70 hours a week. I’m inspired by the girls and their families to work harder and do more to make our community a wonderful place to live for more of the people who live here.

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Who have been or who are the most influential women in your life?

Aside from the women I’ve already mentioned, my mother was a huge influence in my life. Without fanfare she was fiercely strong and the most courageous person I’ve ever known.

10What’s next?

After a lot of consideration, I have filed to run for Leon County Commissioner, at large. I believe public service is the best way for me to elevate some important issues as well as allow me an opportunity to serve in a greater capacity. I’ve barely gotten started and I’m already loving the ideas and opinions that have been shared with me.

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What a great time celebrating the Cover Woman Katrina Rolle for the December/January issue of the Tallahassee Woman Magazine and connecting with a dynamic group of women at the perfect venue, Hearth & Soul!

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6 Pictured from left to right: 1. Sherry Marson, Heidi Otway, Katrina Rolle, Cassandra Jackson 2. Josie Tamayo-Ciliberto, Katrina Rolle, Rep. Loranne Ausley, Dr. Michelle Mitcham 3. Diana O’Bryant, Allison Deison, Tenley Barnes, Katrina Rolle 4. Berneice Cox, Kelly O’Keefe, Josie Tamayo-Ciliberto 5. Dr. Genyne Boston, Candice Hopkins, Brandy Jones, Katrina Rolle, Andre Nelson

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When Women Unite, Great Things Happen

by Alaina Gilpin

M

ichelle Ubben, coined the catchphrase for United Way of the Big Bend’s Women Affinity Group in a brainstorming session before her tenure as Women United Chair even began. It was an off handed comment, but effortlessly encapsulated the essence of the volunteer group’s work.

UWBB aims to impact the Big Bend region by raising awareness, mobilizing resources, and finding collaborative, targeted solutions for the community’s most vital needs. Women United established their organization in order to unify the women of this community who have a passion for philanthropy. In 2018, under the leadership of Chair Michelle Ubben, that task was taken one step further to engage women that wish to elevate other women and mothers experiencing poverty.

This shift came in a year of change for the entire organization. In 2018, UWBB underwent a major strategic change, implementing a laser-focused approach to those living in the ALICE population (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (i.e. the working poor) and below. Under the leadership of former President and CEO Katrina Rolle and Chair Michelle Ubben, Women United adopted the position to work within the community to lift families out of poverty.

Electing a vision for the group was only part of Women United’s transformation.

The next step was to identify areas in which Tallahassee women were looking to engage in charitable activities. A committee of powerhouse women was assembled to take these issues head on—what do local women care about and how can we engage

them? The committee assembled was a direct reflection of the women this group was seeking. They were career oriented and family-focused. To call these women busy would be quite the understatement; however, they still desire involvement both in connecting with other women in the community and in having a hand in building a stronger Big Bend.

In 2017, under Karen Walker’s leadership as the organization’s Chair, Women United planned its Inaugural Women’s Leadership Breakfast. This event celebrated local female leaders in business and philanthropy, bringing a keynote to speak on the impact and success of women who lead and inspire change. Women United recently hosted its 3rd Breakfast —each year bringing an internationally renowned female leader and philanthropist to Tallahassee. This event serves as a call to action for women and all members of the community to create positive change through sharing their time, talent, and treasure.

Dress Down & Dine was an established United Way event, and further change was quick to follow. Instead of a sit-down dinner with music and networking, the 2019 Dress Down & Dine was an event celebrating Galentine’s Day with female-owned popup shops and light bites provided by local restaurants and caterers. It created an environment for friendships to form and for small business engagement, all while raising

money for early childhood education. The 2020 Dress Down & Dine event will follow this same format at Goodwood on February 11th from 6 to 9pm.

The members of Women United, however, wanted to push further by developing friendraisers. With UWBB Board Member Wendy Walker at the helm, these friendraisers would engage women in intimate events where they would have a chance to network while hearing a keynote speaker and learning about the role of Women United in the United Way. Last fall kicked off the first Women United Engagement Breakfast Series, featuring Southern Living’s Editor-In-Chief Sid Evans, at the home of Mayor John and First Lady Virginia Dailey. The First Ladies of Higher Education will be hosting an event at FSU's First Lady Jean Thrasher’s home in March. Members are encouraged to attend and bring a friend to learn more.

These events provide this community of women with focused priorities for the year and an understanding of women uniting in philanthropy.

Women United has created an avenue for strong women to flex their philanthropic muscles to improve the lives of women, children, and families locally. For more information about how to get involved in Women United, please contact Molly Lord or visit: uwbb.org/women-united/

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honoring african american women Dr. Towanda Davis is an immensely dynamic and passionate minister of the gospel who has a deep love of God and a genuine heart for people. She is the pastor of Elevate Church Tallahassee and serves on the ministerial team at Life Changers Church. Before that, she worked in human services for over 32 years in the state and federal government.

The multi-talented Towanda is a master photographer and CEO of Towanda Davis Photography. A two-time cancer survivor, she has used her own cancer battles to help others by founding the Cancer Knock-Out Foundation, which has been recognized by several different entities for its philanthropy and multi-faceted services to other cancer patients and survivors. Each year with the help of other organizations both for profit and nonprofit, she hosts a Survivors Banquet, which honors and celebrates all cancer survivors and caregivers. She is a native of Miami, Florida, and received her undergraduate degree from Bethune-Cookman University with a B.S. degree in communications and minor in broadcast journalism. She also has a master's in risk management from Florida State University and a master's and Doctorate of Theology from ZE Brown Bible College. She is married to Chris Davis and they have a beautiful daughter, Kameryn—a junior at Maclay High School.

Dr. Towanda Davis Dr. Michelle Gayle is a lifelong learner, professional educator, and community volunteer. She and her husband Gary have 3 sons. She has positively impacted thousands of scholars who have continued their journeys to become very successful professionals, and continued to change the world. No matter their walk, her scholars continue to actively change the world around us. She has received numerous awards and recognitions at the school, district, state and national levels. She is completing her first leadership development book. Community service is an integral part of her life in word and deeds. She is an active member of many organizations, serving on some of their boards. Dr. Gayle works collaboratively within the community to positively impact children, women, and families. Her vision includes building capacity for excellence and equity in leadership, as well as impacting the next generation of world changers. From the elementary classroom to the district office, her mission remains the same, "Excellence: No Exceptions - No Excuses."

Dr. Michelle Gayle

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Valencia L. Scott is the Deputy Director of Administrative Services with the Leon County Property Appraiser's Office. With almost 17 years of experience with the Leon County Property Appraiser's Office, Valencia is responsible for aiding in conceptualizing, developing and facilitating the implementation of community outreach initiatives including; broadening community awareness of various property tax exemptions; as well as promoting and strengthening the relationship between the Property Appraiser's Office and the residents of the community she proudly serves. She is a 20year resident of the capital city, with affiliations and membership of various local fraternal, service-oriented and professional organizations, such as Order of Eastern Star, Daughters of Isis, The Boys & Girls Club of the Big Bend, Elder Care Services and the Florida Public Relations Association. She has a true passion for serving and educating others and the community.

Valencia L. Scott Taneka Michelle Forbes is a psalmist, producer, speaker, arranger, directress, mentor and entrepreneur. She is a songwriter for several national projects such as the Stellar Award Winning Y.F.C, “The Struggle Is Over” album, Y.F.C’s, “Thank Him In Advance, Troy Sneed’s, “In Due Season.”

As co-founder/founder of Forbes Ministries International and Kingdom Ladies, which hosts an annual womens weekend retreat.

Other roles include Youth Director, Women’s Ministry Coordinator, Sunday School Teacher and Worship Leader. Taneka is committed to community service as a devoted Parent Booster for Amos P. Godby High School's track team and Significant Youth, Inc., which is a community organization. She is employed

by Leon County Schools and takes pride in making a daily contribution in the ongoing effort to support student success. She attended Florida A&M University and graduated with a Master’s degree in christian counseling from Clarity International Christian University.

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A Moment IN HISTORY TWM Editorial Team

J

une 4th, 1919 marks an important date in women's history.

Congress approved the woman's suffrage amendment, and it was sent out to the states for ratification. Almost one hundred years removed, we can reflect on this day with a sense of victory knowing that because of courageous women from the past, we now enjoy a right we so often take for granted: the right to vote. In the present day, we have the tendency to choose one side or another on an issue or political party. But at the end of the day, it is important to take pride in knowing that despite different perspectives and we each have an individual voice that can make a difference. On the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, let’s stand in unity knowing that we have so much in common that outweighs all else: our freedoms as free-thinking, intelligent, powerful women, each with a voice to change the world.

An Annual Celebration

March is also Woman’s National History month, but what exactly is it?

Women's History Month had its origins as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress passed Pub. L. 97-28 which authorized and requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982, as "Women's History Week."

Throughout the next five years, Congress continued to pass joint resolutions designating a week in March as "Women's History Week." In 1987, after being petitioned by the National Women's History Project, Congress passed Pub. L. 100-9 which designated the month of March 1987 as "Women's History Month." Between 1988 and 1994, Congress passed additional resolutions requesting and authorizing the President to proclaim March of each year as Women's History Month.

Since 1995, Presidents Clinton, Bush and Obama have issued a series of annual proclamations designating the month of March as "Women's History Month."

Research through talking with those knowledgeable on the subject, taking a trip out to the library, conducting personal research on famous and not so well-known, but significant female figures, and even performing a Google search on reputable online sites are all ways to celebrate. However, movies are just as important as a medium to explore when it comes to the cultural and historical importance and remembrance of events in our country, state, and city.

Here is a list of films to kick-start your film journey:

The Hours—Virginia Woolf; English writer whose notable works include: Mrs. Dalloway, To the Lighthouse and Orlando.

Frida— Frida Kahlo; Mexican painter with a distinctive style who was known for her portraits, self-portraits, and nature-inspired artistic works.

Hidden Figures—Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Dorothy Vaughan; African-American mathematicians who worked for NASA. Jackie—Jacqueline Kennedy; The First Lady of the United States during her husband John F. Kennedy’s presidency, and was regarded then and now as an international icon.

RBG—Ruth Bader Ginsburg; American lawyer and the second woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.

Confirmation—Anita Hill; Educator, professor, lawyer, author, and activist.

Make sure to read up on these women and their stories immediately after viewing!

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ROTARY DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE February 1, 2020 The Moon

Calling all fathers and daughters for a night to remember! Hosted by the Rotary Club of Tallahassee, this event is in its fifteenth year, and will begin at 5:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served, and DJ services will be provided by Justice Entertainment. The Tea Dance will be targeted towards the younger crowd. Proceeds from the event will benefit local and international charities.

For ticket prices and more information, call (850) 514-6243 or visit rotaryddd.com.

FEBRUARY SKIES OVER TALLAHASSEE February 1, 2020 Challenger Learning Center “Monthly Skies over Tallahassee” is created and presented by the Tallahassee Astronomical Society. Come learn more about prominent constellations, stars and planet positions, and more. Audience interaction includes two holds for questions and a “sky test” of the evening sky. Arrive early to secure your spot as there is limited seating available. “Monthly Skies over Tallahassee” will also be repeated at 11:00 a.m. for a reduced planetarium price of $3.00 for both children or adults, and free for Challenger members. For more information, call (850) 6457827 or go to challengertlh.com.

TREY MCLAUGHLIN & THE SOUNDS OF ZAMAR February 5, 2020 Ruby Diamond Concert Hall

TALLY SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL February 7-8, 2020 Turner Auditorium, Tallahassee Community College

Organized in 2009 and hailing from Augusta, Georgia, McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar are known for their opulent harmonies and beautiful blends, as shown in their 2012 album Limitless. In addition to their distinct gospel style, Trey McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar have inspired audiences with clever arrangements of musical theater covers. Always providing a fresh perspective, the group’s sound is truly authentic while capturing the essence of the original piece.

For more information and to purchase tickets, call (850) 644-7670 or go to openingnights.fsu. edu/events/trey-mclaughlin-and-the-sounds-ofzamar.

Tally Shorts is an annual festival celebrating short films from the region and around the world. Over 12 hours of the best short films from new and established filmmakers. Meet the filmmakers at Saturday morning's Meet & Greet and at the after-party each evening. Embracing the medium of short film, Tally Shorts Film Festival brings a unique and independent cinema experience to North Florida. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit tallyshorts.com.

MAGIC TREE HOUSE February 7-16, 2020 Young Actors Theatre Based on Mary Pope Osbourne's award-winning fantasy adventure series, The Magic Tree House, which has sold more than 100 million copies worldwide, this musical adventure will delight audiences of all ages. This is a performance you won’t want to miss! Show times vary. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit youngactorstheatre.com.

PRISM February 2, 2020 Ruby Diamond Concert Hall

BARNES & NOBLE YA BOOK CLUB February 7, 2020 The Centre of Tallahassee

Featuring students from Florida State’s topranked College of Music, PRISM offers a wide array of entertainment from Chamber Winds, Symphonic Band, jazz ensembles, the Marching Chiefs, and many more. Come experience this unique event that lauds our FSU students and faculty. It’s fantastic, fresh, and not to be missed!

For more information and to purchase tickets, call (850) 644-7670 or go to openingnights.fsu.edu/ events/prism/.

Join our booksellers and other fellow Young Adult book fans in the Tallahassee are on the second Friday of every month at 7 p.m. to explore compelling stories and characters. February's title is Loveboat, Taipei by Abigail Hing Wen, and is perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Sarah Dessen.

For more information, visit barnesandnoble. com/h/young-adult-book-club.

THIRD ANNUAL WORLD CULTURE FESTIVAL February 8, 2020 Good Samaritan United Methodist Church Tallahassee’s World Culture Festival aims to celebrate the diversity of cultures and faiths found both in Tallahassee and worldwide. There will be food, art, performances, music, and stories, with the purpose to connect, not convert. The event is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free to the public.

For more information, visit goodsamtally.org/ wcftally.

DRESS DOWN & DINE February 11, 2020 Goodwood Museum Hosted by Women United, this event is sure to be a fun time! Bring a friend and shop local pop-up boutiques and sample refreshments from local restaurants for a good cause! Funds raised by the event will be used to support Read United. For more information and to purchase tickets, call (850) 414-0844 or email molly@uwbb.org.

IN THE HEIGHTS February 14-23, 2020 The Fallon Theatre In Washington Heights, a young store owner watches the joys and heartbreaks of his tight-

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11 th Annual knit, vibrant community as they pass through his bodega. Over the span of three days, the neighborhood adjusts to massive changes as each member fights for their slice of the American dream. From the creator of Hamilton, LinManuel Miranda, and the winner of the 2008 Tony Award® for Best Musical, come celebrate what “home” really means to each of us. For showtimes and more information, call (850) 644-6500 or visit theatre.fsu.edu.

at the event for $20. While supplies last and weather dependent. Announcements on rides will be made at the event. There will also be a Kids Zone with games and rides, a laser show, musical performances, food vendors, along with craft and retail vendor booths Bucket List. Bring your blankets, chairs and umbrellas and set up your own viewing spot! For more information, please visit freshtix.com/events/tallahassee-balloonfestival.

WALK FOR LIFE March 7, 2020 Tallahassee Automobile Museum

SPRINGTIME TALLAHASSEE FESTIVAL March 27-28, 2020 Downtown Tallahassee

A Women’s Pregnancy Center’s 25th Annual WALK for LIFE will be Saturday, March 7th, and registration begins at 8:30 am. Free and confidential services are vital to women and their partners who are facing the possibility of an unplanned pregnancy. For more information, call (850) 297-1174 or email walkforlife@awpc.cc.

It’s time for the 52nd annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival, featuring the Music Festival, Grand Parade, and Jubilee in the Park! The festival weekend kicks off on Friday night Music Festival on Kleman Plaza. Come back Saturday morning to watch beautifully decorated floats travel down Monroe Street, then later enjoy over 100 vendors and their craft items, Children’s Park full of fun activities, along with two different entertainment stages showcasing local performers all afternoon.

It’s a great time for the whole family! For more information, please visit springtimetallahassee. com/

TALLAHASSEE TRAIL FESTIVAL March 20, 2020 Tom Brown Park Tallahassee Mountain Bike Association welcomes riders from the Southeast to Tallahassee's extensive trail system for a weekend of riding and fellowship. Tickets include primitive camping in Tom Brown Park, t-shirt, commemorative beverage container, entry to Friday's kickoff party at a local brewery trailside with live music, hot breakfast with plenty of protein in addition to catered lunch and dinner on Saturday, bicycle industry reps and demos, planned ride routes and maps, beer garden and live music Saturday night, night rides, fun challenges and entertainment throughout the weekend, and a hearty breakfast to conclude on Sunday. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit tmba.bike.

TALLAHASSEE BALLOON FESTIVAL March 20-21, 2020 North Florida Fairgrounds

CHAIN OF PARKS ART FESTIVAL April 18 & 19, 2020 Tallahassee’s Downtown Chain of Parks The 20th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival is North Florida’s premiere outdoor fine art festival.

Located along Park Avenue, just east of Monroe Street, the event is free and open to the public.

Ranked the Top 3 fine art festivals in the nation, visitors can view and purchase amazing one-of-akind works from more than 170 fine artists from all over the US while enjoying a weekend of fun, fine art, culinary delights, and live entertainment.

For more information, visit chainofparks.com

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CHIEF BROWN’S LAWS OF MOTION

By Kristen Coyne | Photography Kira derryberry

Over 28 years of policing, Terri Brown moved her way up and up and up — all the way to the top of the Florida State University Police Department. Her golden rule: It’s how you treat people.

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erri Brown always wanted to be a police officer. Her brother and uncle had worked in law enforcement, and she also felt called to serve. But after graduating from Godby High School, she lacked the funds to attend the required training. So instead she got a job with the State Archives, and later went into publishing. Things were going well — she was advancing steadily — when, one day, quite out of the blue, opportunity knocked.

Actually, it called on the phone, in the form of the Chipola College Law Enforcement Academy. They were recruiting women and offered to cover her tuition.

“They knew that I wanted to be in law enforcement,” Brown recalled. “They called me the same day and said, ‘If you'll come over tonight, the academy is starting. We’ll get you in it.’ So, I drove over there, and that's where it all started.”

After graduating with a near perfect record, Brown signed on with the Florida State Police Department (FSUPD) as a patrol officer in 1991. She became a field training officer, training sergeant, then a training lieutenant.

She rose further to support services captain, supervising the department’s investigations and crime prevention units. In 2018, former FSUPD Chief David Perry promoted her to deputy

chief. When he accepted a job a year later at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Brown was handed the reins.

It was a promotion almost three decades in the making. She was ready.

Chief Brown sat down with TWM last December to talk about her pride in her department, women in policing and how she plans to use community partnerships to help make FSU a safer campus.

Could you give us a sense of the size of your department?

“We're like a city within a city.

Anything from, ‘Somebody stole my laptop’ to a homicide we would work. We have 83 sworn officers. Just like every other agency, we have our own dispatch, a crime prevention unit, school resource officers, an investigations unit. We work all of our crimes. We're a fully accredited agency.

I don't think people realize all we do.

The Strozier Library shooting brought some of that to light. But we are one of the best-trained agencies around and a fully prepared police force.”

Why did you want to go into law enforcement?

“I think I was just — I know it sounds cliché — interested in helping people

and doing the right thing. I wanted to protect and serve. That's still what I enjoy doing, helping people.”

I imagine you encountered some obstacles along the way.

“Early on, I actually had someone tell me that women didn't need to be in law enforcement. My first thought was: ‘Well, that's hurtful.’ But the next was: ‘Watch this.’ And that has really driven me all these years. I thought, ‘Okay, I'll move forward. I will outrank you.’ And, you know, that happened. I don't hear that anymore.”

When did you first realize that you could eventually become department chief?

“Once, I took over the training department because our training department needed to be improved.

And I saw that even as an officer, I can make a difference. And then I became a sergeant. I think when I started down that path is when it dawned on me: I can go a lot further with this.”

What is the role of training in your department?

“It’s huge, because anytime an officer does something they should not have done — whether it's an officer-involved shooting or use of force, the way they interact with people — it always comes

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back to training. The first thing that's going to be pulled is training records. I learned that very early. So, we believe in keeping our officers on the cutting edge of training. Again, it's how you treat people at the end of the day. A welltrained police department that knows how to treat people goes a long way.

People respond to us better. They know they can communicate with us.”

Women remain a small minority in policing. What are the biggest challenges in attracting and retaining more women to law enforcement?

“Law enforcement as a whole is having a problem retaining males and females —recruiting period. A lot of the police chiefs are male. It’s getting better, but it appears to be a glass ceiling. That can sometimes turn people away. So, I think the fact that I was promoted to chief as a female will help attract more women to this agency. I want to show them: Hey — there's a female at the top. And this is how I got here and you can do the same thing. A lot of times, I'm one of two, maybe three females sitting in a room of 100 people. So we still have a ways to go. And that's my goal here, to continue recruitment, bring some more women in and more minorities.”

You have said that you want to be a role model for young women.

What does that look like to you?

“I tell people that Terri Brown became a chief, but Terri Brown didn’t change.

I'm still the same Terri Brown. I treat people with respect. I listen, I have an open-door policy; they can come into my office if people have ideas. That's how we move forward. As a role model, I would like for other women to see that, not only can you break the glass ceiling, but you can be yourself. You can be a kind, nurturing person and be at the top. You don't have to change when you become a chief or a deputy chief or a captain. It's just in how you treat people.

“I've always said you can be an officer on the road and still be a leader, and that's where I started. I stepped up and said, ‘We can do things better, we can do things different.’ You don't have to

have rank to be a leader, and I want people to see that.”

In your years in the department, you've worn a lot of hats. Which has brought you the greatest satisfaction?

“I would say the women's self-defense program that we started in 1996 has brought probably more satisfaction.

I got into law enforcement to be a police officer, then I became a teacher because all I did for years was teach.

And I enjoyed that part of my job. I have trained thousands of women how to defend themselves, and I'm most proud of that. And that's now one of the cornerstones of our crime prevention, the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) class.”

More than 90 percent of sexual assault victims on campuses don't report those crimes. One of your goals as chief is to improve that statistic. How do you plan to do that?

“I think they're afraid because they don't know what's going to happen when they report a sexual assault. I want to change that statistic, and I think going out and meeting with students and talking to them is one way to do it. I would like to meet with sororities, LGBT groups and other groups, to let them know they have a safe place to come. I want them to know that when they walk in the door, we will have an investigator meet with them who was trained in how to talk to a survivor of sexual assault. You always bring in a victim’s advocate. I want them to know that it's not this cold process that they would go through. I tell my officers and my staff, ‘Treat everyone like you're interacting with a member of my family.’”

FSU President John Thrasher has been outspoken on his concerns about crime in Tallahassee and its effects on students. What is your department doing to address these concerns?

“Just like President Thrasher, I can honestly say that's what keeps me up

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“You don' t have to have rank to be a leader, and I want people to see t hat.” at night, because we don't have a fence around our campus. One of the things we have done is increase patrol efforts.

We're trying to put together a task force with the Leon County Sheriff's Department, Tallahassee Police Department and the FAMU and TCC police departments to address crimes that are happening not only in the city, but on our campus. We are all sitting down at the table to address this and see what solutions we can come up with.

We are now in the process of sharing a lot more information than we used to, which I think benefits everyone in Tallahassee. We're looking at increasing the number of cameras on campus.

License plate readers and cameras have helped us solve a lot of crimes.

“It's not just what goes on right on campus; it's what's going on in the student housing complexes that border campus. That's the information that's flowing back and forth now that wasn't always flowing back and forth.

“Anyone who knows me knows that communication is key. We can't operate in our own silos. Whether it's the State Attorney's Office, the Sheriff's Department — anybody in the community: I want to hear what they have to say. We all need to sit down and address homelessness, crime, mental illness — whatever is affecting our community.”

This interview was condensed and edited for space and clarity.

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MONEY • WOMEN TO WATCH

Seven Critical Financial Questions for Women

BY BETH CORUM

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his is not fake news. It’s 2020. Women are running their own companies, pursuing power in corporate settings, directing philanthropic spending, and successfully running for office, yet they still face longer-term financial challenges. Even though our collective income is rising, and we are closing the earnings gap, women are still typically forced to earn a lower income and have less in savings than men. Why? According to AmericaSaves.org, the unique challenges we face are often overlooked or marginalized: Women are more likely to put family finances first. In a 2015 Fidelity survey, 72 percent of women were confident in their ability to manage and balance the family budget, but less than 40 percent said the same about planning for retirement.

Women live longer. Women are expected to outlive men by nearly five years on average. The Urban Institute estimated that over the next 50 years, approximately half of women will live for at

least a decade past their spouse after the age of 65.

The reality is that these extended years can be the most expensive due to medical and long-term care expenses.

"It’s 2020. There is no better time than NOW to focus on your financial independence."

Women face earning-power challenges.

Half of working women have taken a leave from work to care for their family. The departure often hinders earning potential, creates gaps in retirement savings, and reduces Social Security benefits. Moms are also more likely to downshift in their careers in the interest of a work-family balance, making it harder to advance in their jobs.

Compounded with differences in pay plateaus, this often means that women won't see equal growth in their salaries over time. These challenges only become more nuanced when major life events are introduced to the equation, such as education, children, and divorce.

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Here are seven questions you should ask yourself TODAY: Do I understand enough about my finances to be considered the Chief Financial Officer of my household?

Have I identified my savings goals, including retirement? Savers with a plan are twice as likely to save successfully for things like retirement.

Have I created MY team of trusted advisors to include a banker, an attorney, a CPA, and an insurance agent?

Am I a knowledgeable investor?

Do I advocate for myself in the workplace? No one else is more interested in your earning power than you. Speak up and ask for what you want.

Have I protected my income and assets? As Sandra Bullock said in The Blind Side, “As every housewife knows, the first check you write is for the mortgage. But the second is for the insurance.”

Do I have an estate plan complete with my will, appropriate directives and beneficiary information?

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Berneice Cox Berneice Cox, CEO of the Bacall Group is the new President/CEO of United Way of the Big Bend (UWBB). Berneice served as a board member and is past board Chair. She was instrumental in launching a new strategic plan focused on those living in poverty.

After being a volunteer on the board of United Way of the Big Bend and past chair of the board, it’s very fulfilling,” Berneice stated. “And the fact that we made a shift to focusing on those in poverty and at the edge of poverty and are doing a major focus in that area, makes it something that really speaks to my heart.”

Katrina Harvey Katrina Harvey, Certified Occupancy Specialist, serves as the Residential Manager for the Elder Dr. Edward Buckner Miracle Village Complex.

Katrina brings a wealth of knowledge to the position as past Residential Manager for a HUD Housing Facility in Fort Myers, Florida.

Amanda Wiggins As Program Director for Leadership Tallahassee at the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, Amanda Higgins implements youth leadership development, nonprofit board training, membership and events. As a member of the Junior League as committee chair, she volunteers at Second Harvest of the Big Bend and HOPE Community. She is the 2020 chair for the Children’s Home Society (CHS) 10th Annual Wish Upon a Star and last year, she helped raise over $75,000.

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Renee Gordon Dr. Renee Gordon serves as the STEM Program Director at Tallahassee Community College. She cultivates STEM projects and activities, granting all the opportunity to learn new and innovative topics. Dr. Gordon provides students with internship opportunities and places them in direct contact with degree programs at four-year institutions. Her goal is to make the transition from TCC to University a successful experience, focusing on the whole student so they are well-rounded.

Barby Moro Barby Moro is the newly named Chief Executive Officer for RedEye Coffee, formerly serving as Chief Operating Officer. Barby formerly worked with The Village Square, Southern Scholarship Foundation, and served on the leadership team for Oasis Center for Women & Girls. Barby has served on multiple boards, has been a Catalyst for Knight Creative Communities Institute, and is an active Big Sister for the local chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and a graduate of Leadership Tallahassee, Class 28.

Liovani Nazario Liovani Nazario serves as the Director of Student Affairs for the Southern Scholarship Foundation. She has worked at Tallahassee Community College as an adjunct instructor for ten years, as well as counselor and volunteer coordinator for 2-1-1 Big Bend for eight years.

In her business, “Booya Cabooya Fitness” she does personal training.

Liovani Nazario served as the Program Director for The Oasis Center for Women & Girls.

Women to Watch includes announcements of promotions, awards, business openings and milestones of business and professional women in the Tallahassee community.

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Meditating near the intriguing religious complex of Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world.

AT SHINTA MANI RESORT SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA by regina lynch-hudson photography by courtland bivens iii

The Shinta Mani Hotel Collection embodies an exclusive and exotic tropical paradise. Located in Siem Reap, Cambodia, a compact resort town where modern and ancient worlds intersect, the lavish leafy boutique-style landmark flanks the French Quarter, between The Royal Gardens and the Old Market district. Private botanical gardens nestled amid a palm-fringed retreat raise the bar above and beyond what I’ve come to know as “5-star.” Designed with serenity in mind, a sense of community permeates three sister properties that comprise the sophisticatedly whimsical Shinta Mani complex: 66 suites of Shinta Mani Shack, 39 suites of Shinta Mani Angkor and the uber-opulent Shinta Mani Bensley Collection of 10 two-levelled villas with private pools and personal butlers.

Co-founded by Mr. Sokoun Chanpreda, a Cambodian investor- philanthropist and Bill Bensley a world-renowned architect, the benevolent major shareholders of Shinta Mani Hotels also spearhead Shinta Mani School of Hospitality on the grounds of Shinta Mani Angkor. Through Shinta Mani Foundation, an organization that assists disadvantaged children in the local community, under-privileged Cambodians are trained in hotel operations.

A percentage of guests’ daily room/villa rate contributes to Shinta Mani Foundation. shintamani.com

Just imagine—you’re getting acclimated to your resplendent residence at Shani Mani, when barely through the enchanting doors you fall madly in love with two ginormous oil paintings commanding the hall. Next, you discover that the artist is none other than legendary Bangkok-and-Bali- based resort designer Bill Bensley, architect of

not only Shani Mani, but over 200 other luxury resorts, spas and palaces in more than 40 countries. Moments later, you’re meeting larger-than-life Bill Bensley, and making a spur-of- the-moment donation to Shinta Mani Foundation to cover tuition for poverty-stricken youth in Cambodia to attend Shinta Mani School of Hospitality and buying bicycles to transport children to class. THEN in an act of instantaneous gratitude Bill presents you with the paintings RIGHT OFF THE HOTEL WALLS-confirmation that the hand that feeds is the hand that receives! shintamanifoundation.org

Spanning 400 square kilometres (250 sq. miles) , Angkor Archaeological Park is home to hundreds of temples, situated within minutes of Shinta Mani Resort.

Over 1000 breathtaking temples were constructed between the 9th and 13th centuries; most now collapsed with their skeletal framework shrouded in greenery.

The most famous tourist draw is the ancient temple site of Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world —an aweinspiring spectacle that made us exclaim, “Angkor WOW!” Blame my fascination for the captivating temples of Angkor Wat on Angelina Jolie’s Hollywood blockbuster adventure flick ‘Tomb Raider’, which utilized mustsee temple Ta Prohm as its jungle-dense backdrop. Likewise, I once ended up in Venice, Italy, lured by the adrenalin-rush of Angelina’s high speed Grand Canal chase alongside Johnny Depp in espionage thriller ‘The Tourist’ —after which, hubby vowed to keep me away from panoramically enticing movies. Nonetheless, we found ourselves 9000-plus miles from home, exhaustedly exploring sites in the sacred Angkor compound. Popular temples along the circuit included Angkor Thom, the last

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Temple Traisping -Ba Phuon Temple, a 3-tiered temple mountain that was built in honor of the Hindu God Shiva.

Giving Thanks at Buddhist Monestary.

TRAVEL Expand Your Hand to practice Charitable Tourism

Sudents from Shinta Mani School of Hospitality

capital of the Khmer Empire, and the vast Bayon temple with its iconic 216 stone-carved faces.

Other intriguing activities included boating the floating village of Kompong Khleang to see stilted homes jutting out of the water, and exploring off-the-beaten path commerce at rural markets featuring street delicacies such as frogs, crickets and cuisine that chirps.

Shinta Mani Bensley Collection two-levelled villa

Statistics show that roughly 14 percent of Cambodia’s population continues to live in extreme poverty. For every 1,000 babies born in Cambodia, 29 die before their 5th birthday, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Whenever we go, we practice sustainable tourism, with a charitable commitment to make a positive impact on local culture and commerce.

Veteran publicist and luxury lifestyle experience-aholic, Regina Lynch-Hudson, pens MadameXhales, slated towards the vintage of woman that according to studies: enjoys more time to travel, indulges in longer trips, and selects more extravagant travel accommodations. The exacting taste of MadameXhales finds her exploring destinations, cruises, resorts, spas, and extracurricular activities—where like-minded Xhalers have experienced inner-exhilaration! © Contact MadameXhales: thewritepublicist@earthlink.net

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It is human nature to reflect on the previous year when the calendar rolls around to a New Year. We think about things we want to change, work on and do better at the start of a new calendar year. So, let's talk about those fitness goals that so many of us set for the new year. One of my favorite sayings is "It's about progress, not perfection!" Fitness is a journey and the goals we set should be about achieving progress over time. That mindset is the key to sustaining your goals and progress.

Go a l M i nde d Fi tne s s i n 2020

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As women, we are busy and fitness goals are not always one of the top priorities. However, if we want a long and happy life, fitness must be a top priority. One of the most common objections we hear is, “I don’t think I can commit to three times a week because of my schedule.” I challenge you to take three days during the week and every hour write down what you did. I promise you that you will find one hour in those days that you could have dedicated to exercise.

More than anything, you must find what works for you. It might be the type of workout, it might be the location of a fitness facility to work or home, it might be the cost, but find what works for your schedule, location and budget. We don't hesitate to make appointments for and spend money on our hair and nails or shopping for our next pair of shoes. Make your appointment for fitness. You only get one body and you wear it every day.

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he Greek philosopher Cicero states: "Gratitude is not only the greatest of the virtues but the parent of all others." I wholeheartedly agree with this statement and can attest to how well it works in all of our relationships whether personal or professional. Those who are masters at this very simple but underutilized act are often times the ones we admire and respect most.

Truthfully, I have not always spent as much time reflecting on the things that I should be grateful for. However, experience is a teacher who does not grade on a curve.

When it is your turn, experience will show up, in a number of ways, and teach you how to be immensely grateful for the blessings and the good in life. Because of the events that have transpired in my life, and the lives of those I love the most, I constantly work on the virtue of gratitude. I never want to intentionally take anything or anyone for granted.

We are oftentimes so busy that we do not take a moment to think about all of the things that we have to be grateful for.

We have a safe place to live, a vehicle or two, family, businesses, friends, clarity of thought, jobs, influence, clean air and drinking water. These things may seem small, but according to the World Health Organization more than two billion people drink from a contaminated water source because they have no alternative. Very rarely do we even think about something this minuscule. Water is a necessity—we need it to survive. The ability to merely turn on your facet or purchase water from a local store is something we should certainly be grateful for.

For many of us, we take the fact that we are in good health for granted. While it may seem a bit implausible, even amid a medical crisis, you can choose to be grateful for the medical staff, friends, and family that are

there to support you through the health challenge. It is a matter of perspective and being intentional to choose to focus on the positive instead of the negative.

I am always inspired by the stories that I hear from the incredible women in our city.

They are adept at overcoming adversity and any challenge that comes their way.

They do so with poise, dignity, and grace.

Are there tears? Moments of uncertainty or even anger? Absolutely! However, choosing to remain positive and to continually refocus on what we have to be greatful for, certainly helps us to handle the difficult situations with a little more ease.

Here are a few ways to practice expressing gratitude: • •

Make a habit of sending personal handwritten notes.

Start a “Gratitude Journal” by listing at least three things that you are grateful for every day.

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Volunteer with an organization whose mission speaks to your heart.

Meditate on the things that you are grateful for a few moments every day.

Remember to say ‘please’, ‘thank you’ and ‘I appreciate you’ often.

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ccording to FARE (Food Allergy and Research Education), eight specific food allergens are responsible for most of the serious food allergy reactions in the United States: milk, egg, peanut, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish and crustacean shellfish. It is estimated that 32 million Americans have food allergies, including 5.6 million children age 18 and younger. With the emergence of

food allergies and food sensitivities—which aggravate things such as digestive issues, headaches, or cause fatigue— being mindful of what we put into our bodies can seem like a daunting task. At times, it can even sound downright unappetizing. The dishes below prove that the journey to a healthier and happier you doesn't mean it has to feel or taste like a sacrifice!

White Sweet Potato Date Roast

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2 Sweet potatoes 4-6 dates Olive oil 1 tbs Agave nectar 1 tbs Balsamic vinegar glaze Handful of walnuts Oregano Salt (Himalayan pink salt pref.)

Ginger (ground)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees 2. Slice washed potatoes into coins (about a 1/2 inch thick) 3. Rub with olive oil in a shallow baking dish 4. Rub with oregano, salt, pepper and ginger 5. Drizzle agave and balsamic over the potatoes 6. Add dates (cut into finger-tip sized chunks) 7. Add crushed walnuts 8. Bake 50-60 minutes tallahassee woman | 48 | februar y • march 2020

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1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup cane sugar 1/2 cup Nutiva coconut oil (vegan butter flavor) 1 cup pumpkin pie mix (organic, canned) 1 organic free-range egg (or replacement) 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups Bob’s gluten-free all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp all spice 1/4 tsp ginger

Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Honey Chai Drizzle

1. Mix wet ingredients (pumpkin mix, oil, brown sugar, cane sugar and vanilla in large bowl) 2. In medium bowl, mix the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt & spices) 3. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the wet ingredients and continue mixing until you form dough 4. Let dough cool in fridge for 5-10 minutes so it can settle together 5. Preheat oven to 350 degrees while the dough is chilling 6. Scoop tablespoon-size chunks and form into a puffy disc shape 7. Bake 12 minutes on parchment paper (TIP: do not oil cookie pans/paper or the bottom will burn) 8. Make drizzle while cookies are in the oven by whisking all drizzle ingredients together in a bowl 9. Remove cookies from oven and let sit for 5-10 minutes, then drizzle

drizzle

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 1 tbs of raw honey

• 2 tbs cashew milk

• 1 tbs coconut oil

• 1 tbs chai masala

• 1 tsp sugar

concentrate (Tazo) **Recipes and photos provided with permission by Tavia Rahki

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Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.

Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.

We ask ourselves, “Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?” Actually, who are you not to be?

You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world.

There's nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you.

We are all meant to shine, as children do.

We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us.

It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone.

And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.

As we're liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.

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