Unleashing Innovation in Pet Health WHETHER YOU LIVE in Old Mandeville or frequent it on a regular basis, you’ve undoubtedly seen people walking or running, sipping coffee or grabbing a beer or cocktail—many of them accompanied by their four-legged friends. Nestled along the main thoroughfare of this pet-friendly community, among historic residences, boutiques and restaurants, […]
October 2015—Liza Ledet Read More »
As Mayor of Mandeville, my main concern is preserving our past and ensuring that the next generation will enjoy the quality of life we have cherished for years. At this time, a piece of our history is currently under consideration for new development. The property known as “Pre-Stressed” was the site where concrete spans were
Legal Savvy with a Personal Touch THE MINUTE YOU WALK into the 100-year old Covington cottage, you know it is not your ordinary law office. Founders Buddy and Annie Spell of the Spell & Spell Law Firm recognized the tumult that people go through when they are in need of legal services so they created
September 2015—Jessica Karr and Tara Zeller Read More »
Flip, Flip Hooray! Teaching Life Lessons through Gymnastics WHEN CHELSEA SEGURA walked into The Little Gym in Baton Rouge during her sophomore year of college, she was looking for a part-time job. Never in her wildest dreams did she think she would find her career. Yet, the concept and teaching philosophy was such a natural
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Back to Basics SIMPLICITY. PURITY. CLARITY. Sisters Christina and Amberleigh Carter do more than live by these words—they work by them as well. Because both women experienced certain health ailments as children that were exacerbated by prescription medications, their mother Bonita sought out alternatives. With the interest and support of their father Gary, their parents
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WHEN KATHY LOWREY helped open the Northshore Harbor Center in 2005, she saw the event as a culmination of a dream. Ten years later, Kathy understands that it was only the beginning. Since the Harbor Center opened, it has played a vital role—providing a gathering place for Northshore residents as well as spurring the local
May 2015 – Kathy Lowrey Read More »
DWAYNE STEIN vividly remembers what it was like when he purchased his first home more than 15 years ago. It was a time of nervousness, excitement and anticipation, but it was also one of anxiety and worry. It is a memory that has shaped the customer service philosophy at CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM). “We are in
Bringing the Dream of Home Ownership to Life—Dwayne Stein Read More »
There’s No Place Like Home WHEN ANGEL OAK Home Loans LLC (AOHL) decided to expand into the Louisiana market, it is no surprise that the company looked to Mandeville native Raynah Cullen. Raynah’s proven track record of successfully assisting in the expansion and launch of their Northeast territory, coupled with her success in the local
Sophisticated Woman is dedicated to bettering the lives of all Northshore residents. As part of our commitment, we annually host our Hats Off luncheon to celebrate the good work—and good works—of those in the community. Each year we dedicate all proceeds from the event to a local nonprofit. The 2015 beneficiary of the event is
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OCHSNER ORTHOPEDIC SURGEONS Dr. Shawn Johnson and Dr. Nicola Corbett do not consider themselves trailblazers for practicing in a specialty traditionally dominated by male physicians. They pursued orthopedics because growing up both as sports fans and as active participants, they wanted to be able to help athletes recover from sports-related injuries. And, while they share
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Dr. Candice L. Knight may have come back to her native New Orleans after graduating from Yale in 2001, yet the past 12 months are what really mark her return home. After six years of practicing in a more traditional hospital setting, Dr. Knight has reignited her passion for holistic wellness with Knight Integrative Medicine.
January 2015—Dr. Candice L. Knight, Wellness & Wellbeing Read More »
When Lisa and Eric Beloso purchased their house in Mandeville following Hurricane Katrina, they did not have much of a wish list or design scheme in mind—they simply wanted a place to call home. Almost ten years later, the couple realized that their house had truly become their home in every sense of the word.
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