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Imagine spending hours collecting physical mailing addresses, then addressing and attaching postage to hundreds of postcards every month. This is what top Pampered Chef Independent Consultant, Mindy Mussel Banks, did for years for over a dozen events each month. Think about that, that’s about 3 events a week!
When your career leads you to travel the world, make a ton of money, rub shoulders with celebrities, and win awards, what do you do? Quit of course! At least that’s what Necole Kane of XO Necole, formerly Necole Bitchie, did. And though the initial result was a terrifying drop in funds and a drastic change in lifestyle, she didn’t regret the decision at all. Now, she’s once again at the top of her game, but this time, she’s helping others get there too.
When asked what she hopes her children learn from her business and art, Brooke Fisher of Brooke Fisher Designs responds with a quote from author Joseph Chilton Pearce, “To live a creative life, we must first lose the fear of being wrong.”
Lush green grass sinks beneath your bare feet as you make your way to a low table draped with a hand-stained cloth. Bright locally-harvested flowers are bursting in a gorgeous table display while plates of tantalizing farm-to-table delicacies await. Find your place and ready your mind and spirit for a day of learning, crafting, and delicious cuisine. This unforgettable reception is part of FEAST, a celebration design company that focuses on gatherings that honor the sacredness of food and creativity. Each FEAST is themed and pairs a farm-to-table dining experience with a hands-on creative workshop.
Beneath the Southern California sun, rapper Lavell Streets watches as the woman he loves get married to another man. He stares ahead as words tumble from his lips, his lyrics a rhythm of bittersweet emotion. Just feet away, Zon D’Amour watches it all unfold.
Despite its humorous context, breaking into the comedy industry is no laughing matter. After experiencing the difficult politics of the “funny business” for himself, stand-up comedian, Darrick Jones, decided to take matters into his own hands. Inspired by his personal struggles within the field, he created an accessible platform for comedy’s newcomers, and used Hobnob to help spread the word.
Anyone who’s ever said you can’t have it all has never met Yasmin Dar Fasi. This stylish beauty is a mother, entrepreneur, and digital media specialist. From pursuing a career in broadcast journalism to starting a fashion company with her sister, she’s never been one to let opportunities pass her by. Now, with the help of Hobnob, this mother of two continues to produce fresh and fun content on her blog, MommyCrush, and is taking the fashion world by storm with, Dolkii. Read on to learn more about this busy style maven and her fabulous events.
From sandy feet to city streets, this globetrotting CEO and mom-of-two designs the must-have accessories for life on the beach (or just looking that way.) And when Miami Swim Week rolls around, the event veteran can’t help but share her aloha.
Last year’s individual women’s and team gold medal winner, Tia Blanco, had her sights set on back to back titles. Jaco Beach delivered on waves and in 6 rounds of hard fought battles, Tia came out on top getting the gold again and bringing the USA Team enough points for a bronze medal. The ISA was instrumental in getting surfing into the Olympics, so this win in the year that it was announced was very special for Tia.
A Miami Swim Week party is one of the most fabulous events you can ever attend—especially if it’s hosted by Surfing Magazine’s Swimsuit Issue and boasts star names in the surf and swimwear world.
Gettin' the guys together isn’t always easy when your crew is group of world-class skaters, so when it happens, it’s a moment to savor.
How does a scrappy, 38-year-old female, and outspoken role model for the LBGT community, compete in the male-dominated world of big wave surfing (let alone for an ESPY popular vote contest)? The way she’s always done it: by suiting up, showing up, and working for it.
African Inspired clothing brand Kibonen NY and its Creative Director Kibonen Nfi's popularity skyrocketed when she was featured on Humans of New York.
Finding friendship at full throttle, members of cafe racer collective Blacklist Moto are bound by their passion for chrome, leather, and having fun on two wheels.
When mobilized to raise funds for the American Family Children’s Hospital at the University of Wisconsin, Sigma Chi uses fun and games for a serious cause.
Inspiration struck in a moment of zen for Terry, who turned coping with boardroom burnout into a blissful new pursuit—developing his own line of holistic spa products.
With an intimate understanding of how life after cancer is a gift, Torri raises funds for the American Cancer Society to help other families battling cancer.
A painter inspired by her world travels, Erin returned home to Stockton and uses art to get competing gangs to come together.
Lauren is a mother of three kids who somehow manages to charge big waves, paddle long distances, spearfish, and exude the Aloha Spirit at the same time.
