Nicole Killian

Nicole Killian SUP Englewood

Editor’s Note: We spoke with Nicole Killian to learn more about her passion for paddle sports and her local company SUP Englewood. The main location is the Bill Coy Preserve located at 5350 Placida Road in Englewood. Call 941-26KAYAK (265-2925). Learn more or book your next trip at SUPEnglewood.com. Nicole, please introduce SUP Englewood?SUP Englewood…

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Christina Parker, MSN, NP

Christina Parker Restorative Medical Center

Editor’s Note: We spoke with Christina Parker, MSN, NP, the owner of Restorative Medical Center located on Venice Island at 706 The Rialto (look for the blue roof). Please call 941-625-0304. Learn more at RestorativeMedicalCenter.com.  Christina, please introduce Restorative Medical Center and what are your primary services?I launched Restorative Medical Center in 2012 to help…

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Marie Laforge

Photographer Marie Laforge

     Many locals know Marie Laforge in connection with Mango Bistro, the popular restaurant she owns in Englewood with her partner, Ricardo. Marie is also passionate about photography. Some of her favorite subjects include seashells, water, birds, trees, leaves, seascapes, landscapes, and casual scenes from her trips to Europe and other places.     “I enjoy photographing…

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Emily Rivera Jackson

Realtor Emily Rivera Jackson

Editor’s Note: We spoke with Emily Rivera Jackson with Coldwell Banker Sunstar Realty in North Port. She’s been buying and selling homes in Florida and Ohio the past 23 years. Call or text Emily at 941-525-4319; visit her website at EmilyHoldstheKeys.com or EmilyRiveraJackson.com. Emily, what’s your brief history as a professional realtor?I’ve been selling real…

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Dr. Danielson

Podiatrist Dr. David Danielson

Editor’s Note: We spoke with Dr. David Danielson, DPM at North Port & Englewood Podiatry about foot and ankle health issues. Visit NorthPortPodiatry.com or call 941-474-5577 in Englewood and 941-429-1702 in North Port. What is podiatry and what’s the scope of your practice?Podiatry focuses on preventative, conservative and surgical care of the lower extremity. We…

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Painting by Kaytee Esser

Kaytee Esser Artist Profile

Local award-winning artist Kaytee Esser moved to Port Charlotte four years ago after living in Jacksonville the prior six years. She was raised near Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania and completed her BFA Degree in Painting from Kutztown University. We connected with Kaytee to learn more about the pleasures and challenges of being a professional artist.     “For…

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Freedom Boat Club

Nick Gosselin Introduces Freedom Boat Club

Editor’s Note: We spoke with Nick Gosselin, the Director of Marketing for Freedom Boat Club. Learn more online at FreedomBoatClub.com. You can sign up to join one of their 20 Southwest Florida clubs on their website or call 888-781-7363 to connect with a membership executive. Nick, please introduce your company?Freedom Boat Club is the world’s…

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East West College of Natural Medicine

East West College of Natural Medicine

Editor’s Note: Sherry Ingbritsen is the Director of Admissions and Career Services with the East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota. Please call 941-355-9080. Learn more at EWCollege.edu. What’s the mission of the college and what degree programs can students earn?Our mission is to serve students, employers, and their communities by providing our students…

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Mike Levine

Mike Levine with Home Instead Senior Care

Editor’s Note: We spoke with Mike Levine, the franchise owner of Home Instead Senior Care in Venice. Mike was recognized with our Venice Lifetime Achievement Award last year. His business also received the Health Care Business of the Year Award from the Venice Chamber of Commerce. Please call 941-375-8400 or visit HomeInstead.com/729. Mike, please introduce…

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