Stephanie Nisan
Since childhood, my number one passion has been animal advocacy (In case you were wondering, yes, I was that girl who protested the frog dissection in Biology class). Dogs have always been a huge part of my life and In 2010, I co-founded The Animal Pad when we saw the dire need for help and reform in the shelter systems throughout Southern California. Read more>>
Melodia Medley
Founded over 15 years ago, Melodia Designs, Inc is a San Diego established clothing brand known for its unique Bohemian flair. The creatrix of this line, Melodia, finds inspiration for her designs through her love of belly dance, yoga and active lifestyle. Read more>>
Ania Volovique
While working as a talent manager in NY, I would direct photo shoots and manage photographers. Watching them work was so inspiring, however I felt it was too late for me…at the age of 25. I was really passionate about photography and would be that annoying friend always taking photos. Read more>>
Darren Farnesi
Back when I was in medical school my mother went through menopause. It did not go well for her and I had learned of the benefits of taking Premarin for menopause. So I encouraged my mom to get a prescription for it and try it. Her hot flashes did stop but every time she took a pill of Premarin she got a headache that lasted three days. Read more>>
Louise D. Lawson
All Saints’ is the original church in Hillcrest. It has welcomed visitors at the same place—the corner of Sixth and Pennsylvania—since 1899, longer than any other church in the city. It existed before Hillcrest; Hillcrest was built around it. All Saints’ was created by working men and women who knew that “the Mesa” would eventually be settled and wanted it to have a spiritual center. Read more>>
Cody Russell
I moved to San Diego in 2012 after completing my undergraduate degree in Anchorage, Alaska. Upon moving to San Diego I started skydiving and wind tunnel flying, which completely changed my life. Then in 2013 I began an MBA program at San Diego State University. Read more>>
Robin Kaplan
Prior to having my son, Benjamin, in 2005, I never even knew there was profession for women who helped other breastfeeding mothers. I was currently working as an education program manager at the San Diego Museum of Art and thought I would work in a museum for the rest of my life. Read more>>
Christina Sanini
In 2005, I began my career as a web and graphic designer in San Diego, CA. As I advanced into my 15+ year career in the technology industry, I began to yearn for a change. I kept coming back to food/cooking. Food, specifically, eating and cooking, was always a passion of mine. Read more>>
Stefan Chilcote
I’ve always worked my way to the top since I could start working. I had the weight of my family on my shoulders since I was 10 years old and knew I needed security and comfort for them. I started with our company’s at 24 about 2 days after they opened. This was their first restaurant as they’ve always owned bars. Read more>>
