Professional Services

Partners in Marriage & Business

Keys to Success: Love, Respect, Communication and Kindness. Article by Laurie A. Guzda Danielle Kaplowitz and Ramsey Mellette Dam + West Media, Inc | www.DamandWest.com   The Journey. Danielle Kaplowitz is a Stamford native. She met Ramsey Mellette in 2004 while living in Los Angeles. Danielle was working as a professional actor/voice-over talent. She was a fan-favorite on the series, Community. Ramsey a graduate of USC Film School lived in the apartment downstairs. They became fast...

Life + Culture

A Genuine Love Affair

Stamford Senior Center’s Chris Crain and Stamford’s Senior Community Article by Marty Shapiro There is a love affair taking place at the Stamford Senior Center. This is a love story that goes back a decade when the senior population of Stamford was blessed with the arrival of Christina Crain as Executive Director of the SSC. Take one step into the Center and you feel the mutual love between Chris, her staff, and the 600+ members. It’s palpable and genuine. Chris lived in Norwalk most of her...

Life + Culture

Personal Style

Russ Hollander Article by Sarah Bamford @HybrideMediaComm Russ Hollander, 64 International award-winning designer Master Goldsmith, Gallery Owner & Studio Artist What does style mean to you and how would you define yours?  As a jewelry designer/goldsmith for 47 years style is important, especially when it comes to the details and accessories we wear. I embrace originality and often tell my clients, “Not to worry, you don’t have to look good in Grandma’s jewelry”. Your style should be...

Wellness

Langely McNeal

Commitment and Purpose Article by Laurie A. Guzda | Photography by Peter Freed Langely McNeal, world-class skier - XGames, World Cup, National Champion and 2014 Olympic hopeful. A lifelong dream supported with dedication, hard work and sacrifice. And, in one brief moment, it all came crashing down. It is rumored that Langely could ski before she could walk. Raised in Sun Valley, Idaho at the base of a ski mountain by a mother who was a teacher, a father who has served on the ski patrol for...

Food + Beverage

Mocktails

Dryuary Recipes from Nutritonist Jacqui Justice Article and Photography by My quest to heal personal wellness issues in my 20s led me down the road to discovering and studying the fascinating field of Functional Nutrition.  By getting to the root causes of my wellness issues, I was able to resolve them and finally reclaim my health and vitality. I knew I wanted to help others to experience the same. I left the fashion world and got my Master’s in Nutrition. I am passionate beyond words about...

Style + Beauty

Personal Style

Article by Sarah Bamford @hybridmediacomm Name: Isis-Rae Goulbourne Age: 41 Occupation: Strategist | Founder | Community Builder   What does style mean to you and how would you describe your style? My style is more than just clothing—it's an extension of who I am. It's a powerful way for me to communicate without words, allowing others to sense and understand me before I even introduce myself. I don't follow trends; instead, I dress in what makes me feel my best. It's my unique statement...

Fitness

Pure Conditioning at the Solarium

Work Harder and Smarter, not Longer. Article by Marty Shapiro Tucked away in the woods of beautiful North Stamford is one of the most unique workout settings you will ever find. After successfully building and growing Pure Conditioning in midtown Manhattan since 1999, Stamford resident and personal trainer, Daniel Pachter opened Pure Conditioning at the Solarium in his house … yes, his house … in 2016. And yes, the workout facility is in a specially built solarium, replete with custom...

Style + Beauty

Personal Style

George Boyce Article by Sarah Bamford  @hybridmediacomm Age: 54 Occupation: Owner & Operator of State Farm George Boyce Insurance Agency What does style mean to you and how would you define your style?  I define style as a way of being true to oneself. How one carries themselves, interacts with others, the community around them both personally and professionally. For me style is having a high level of integrity along with being intentional about what I say and do. My personal style is...

Arts + Culture

The Wordman by Harris L. Kligman

A delightful tale for children about the disappearance of all the words. Article by Laurie A. Guzda This is the third children’s book penned by Kligman. He also has eleven espionage novels published. Those two genres would appear to be at opposite ends of the writing spectrum, but not when you look at the life of Harris L. Kligman. Growing up during WWII, the son of Russian immigrants, Harris played soldier and cowboy. His parents instilled two important qualities – always give back and...

Food + Beverage

The Nikki Glekas WOW Factor

Three pillars of service: Events, Catering, and Lifestyle Article by Laurie A. Guzda People who absolutely love what they do are the best kind of people. Meet Nikki Glekas. Nikki breathes creativity and hospitality. She has been referred to as the Mediterranean Martha Stewart. But, unlike Martha, Nikki will personally attend to your event whenever possible. She is extremely hands-on and will move mountains to ensure your event exceeds all expectations – the heart and soul of authentic...