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Krista Manna Owner / Principal at KR Architecture & Interiors 641 Summer St., Abington 339-469-7040 Krarch.com Krista Manna’s interest in home construction was sparked at a very young age. Inspired by her grandfather, a high-end home developer, and her father, a jack-of-all-trades, she was the kind of kid who enjoyed raking leaves into “floor plans.” In … Read more
Sarah Long Owner and Principal Aesthetician at waxed. 454 Washington St., Norwell 857-334-6633 waxedbysarahlong.mysalononline.com If one rave business review could sum up waxed. owner Sarah Long’s professional services it would be this: “She’s so personable, you feel like you’ve known her your whole life.” Fueled by a desire to give clients even more personal attention, … Read more
Rebecca Lewis Real Estate Attorney at Stiles Law 892 Plain St., Marshfield 781-319-1900 stiles-law.com A graduate of the University of Denver and Suffolk Law School, Rebecca Lewis is a real estate attorney with Stiles Law. She has over a decade of experience in residential real-estate law, reviewing and drafting agreements, working with lenders and making … Read more
Parker Kelley Co-Founder of Blueview Productions Producer and Host of Home, Life & Style Homelifeandstyle.com Parker Kelley is an accomplished multi-media professional whose career spans 30+ years writing, producing and hosting for television. In June of 2018, she co-founded Blueview Productions, a full service lifestyle television and video production company based in the Greater Boston area and she serves as host and co-producer for their … Read more
Francine Fontana Owner of Fontana Coaching 508-868-8692 francine@fontanacoaching.com fontanacoaching.com A certified DreamBuilder and Life Mastery coach, Francine Fontana helps her clients design and manifest a life they love living. She utilizes a strengths-based coaching model known as Evocative Coaching and is passionate about teaching people how to unlock their true potential and achieve amazing success. … Read more
Joanna Dutra Founder of The Creative Confidant thecreativeconfidant@gmail.com thecreativeconfidant.com After spending 20 years in brand marketing for Fortune 500 companies and enjoying her two young children, Joanna Dutra felt a pull to return to the work force under her own terms. She designed The Creative Confidant to give clients a vehicle to improve, recognize and … Read more
Colleen Daniels and Heather Vanderveldt Owners of DeluxeBar 454 Washington St., Norwell 781-561-0076 frontdesk@thedeluxebar.com thedeluxebar.com When it comes to creating a spa-like experience at DeluxeBar in Norwell, owners Colleen Daniels and Heather Vanderveldt are all about the personalization of services. Established in 2016, DeluxeBar offers cosmetic injectables, medical-grade skincare products and an IV hydration bar. … Read more
Lisa Adams Owner and Principal Bookkeeper at Adams Financial 197 Rockland St., Hanover 781-924-3160 Adamsfinancialllc.com When Lisa Adams established Adams Financial LLC, a full-service bookkeeping agency, in 2014, she knew that she wanted her company to be empowering for her clients and employees. A mother of two, she set out to provide job opportunities for … Read more
Allison Caramello Vice President of Swim Sports Inc. 520 Washington St., Pembroke 781-826-8368 Swimsportsinc.com Allison Caramello didn’t set out to break barriers by working in a male-dominated industry, but when she became the vice president at Swim Sports Inc. that’s exactly what she did. Founded by her father-in-law in 1976, the family-run company specializes in … Read more
Gail Petersen Bell Senior Vice President, Broker Compass President Transitions for Downsizers Principal The Gail Bell Group 781-844-3277 gail.petersenbell@compass.com thegailbellgroup.com Trusted, experienced, and deeply caring for her clients, Gail Petersen Bell has dedicated the last 37 years to helping people find the homes of their dreams. The Principal of The Gail Bell Group and … Read more
Simple tips and healthy recipes for an alfresco autumn soiree. Written by Maria Allen Photography by Kjeld Mahoney Fall is one of the most beautiful times of year to be outdoors on the South Shore. The air is warm but crisp and jewel-toned leaves are just beginning to pop on the maple trees. One great … Read more
By Maria Allen Photography by Jules Ko Photography There’s nothing quite like biting into an authentic French croissant. The pastry is light and buttery and the flaky layers give way with a delicate crunch. Made from surprisingly few ingredients—water, yeast, butter and sugar—croissants are a baked good that requires great skill and dedication to master. … Read more