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The Women's Issue

May 2022 PUBLISHER

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We dedicate our May issue to celebrating the women in our lives and community. As I reflect on the many women in my life, I am thankful for each one and the impact they have made. One of the best qualities a woman can possess is confidence in herself while recognizing the beauty and talent in other women, too. In this month’s issue, we are sharing stories of women who have made their mark in our community in one way or another. We are also recognizing a few local entrepreneurs and women finding ways to give back to our community, which has left me inspired. In a world that thrives on competition, let’s take time to encourage each other, lift each other’s crowns and appreciate the beauty in everyone while boosting each other up, perhaps even a stranger. I also encourage you to reflect on the inspirational women in your own life and reach out to them to thank them for their impact on your life. There are so many extraordinary ladies I look up to for their courage to be brave, their selflessness in times of challenge and their acts of honor that aren’t always transparent. These are the women that I tip my hat to. Take a minute to compliment someone you might not even know needs it. You won’t regret it. I promise. Warmly,

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BREAKING BARRIERS Sandra Ali is an award-winning anchor and reporter for WDIV Local 4 News who has made several regular network appearances on Fox, CNN and others. Born in New York City, she spent the early part of her childhood in Egypt. Sandra has been honored with several prestigious awards, including a Michigan Association of Broadcasters Award for Excellence. When she’s not working, she spends her free time with her family, including four young children. BCL Who inspires you? SA I’m so grateful to have been raised in a family full of strong, fearless, independent women. As a young girl, even though I was raised in a melting pot, there weren’t a lot of women on TV I could relate to; I didn’t see many with frizzy hair or olive skin. The women in my family didn’t sugarcoat things; no one pretended barriers didn’t exist, they just showed me how to work hard enough to break through. BCL What advice would you give to the next generation of female influencers? SA It’s the same advice I give to my 9-year-old daughter, whether she wants to hear it or not. I want her to know her worth — truly know that no matter what she accomplishes or achieves, or what kinds of awards or trophies she wins or doesn’t win, it will never determine your worth and who you are. All of us are born worthy with special gifts to share. The magic is in finding out what those gifts are and being brave enough to show others what we can accomplish. BCL As a female leader, what is your philosophy? SA This past year I adopted the philosophy that no matter what kind of obstacles I face, I was going to lead with love. It’s not always easy, and at times it can be really exhausting. I’ve accepted there’s a real harmonious flow both in your personal life and your career path. Sometimes you are on top of the world, and other times, you find yourself in a valley. The secret is believing there’s real value in both. CONTINUED >

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SHINING HER LOVE-LIGHT As early as age eight, Lori Lipten knew her soul’s purpose was to “come to the earth to teach the world to love more.” Holding a master of art’s degree in clinical and humanistic psychology, the shamanic medium, author and spiritual guide brings insights and messages from loved ones in Spirit and Divine Messengers to heal, inspire and empower. BCL Who inspires you? LL I have been inspired by so many people in this life, especially those who have faced adversity and found their way through with love. I am profoundly inspired by Viktor Frankl, Anne Frank and Immaculee Ilibagiza because these powerful individuals have faced the worst of humanity and still managed to remain connected to their hearts' compassion and see the good in others. I am equally inspired by the clients I see daily. BCL What advice would you give the next generation of female inf luencers? LL Above all, I would say, listen to your intuition and be authentic. Use your voice as a beacon for truth. Leave your world better than you found it. BCL As a female leader, what is your philosophy? LL We are far more capable than we have been raised to believe. We are divinity living in plain clothes. We are meant to awaken to our multi-sensory abilities so that our soul's purpose and gifts can shine forth and create a better world. Every time we honor our intuition, we enhance our life and serve the highest good of life. My personal philosophy is to live, serve and shine my love-light wherever I go. CONTINUED >

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Lori Karbal PUSHING THE LIMITS From the moment she opened the doors to her eponymous Birmingham boutique 30 years ago, Lori Karbal’s creation has been an unmatched local treasure and a haven for the who’s who of suburban Detroiters. What began as a cosmetics emporium has transitioned over the years into a fabulous hotspot for housewares, clothing, books, gifts and more – and Karbal’s has become a household name. BCL Who inspires you? LK Growing up, I appreciated that my parents had fine taste. Although we had different styles, I always respected theirs. Another real inspiration was Barneys New York. I loved how they pushed the limits and had out-of-the-box thinking that was anything but ordinary. BCL What advice would you give the next generation of female influencers? LK My customers are my greatest gift. They aren't people who walk through the door to purchase items, they are my friends and it’s important to treat everyone in a personal manner. We influence by being gracious. My biggest motto would be “take a chance and stand out.” At the store, we take chances regularly with one-of-a-kind items that can transform a room. BCL As a female leader, what is your philosophy and/or the most significant barrier in your career? LK The biggest barrier was the pandemic. We had to pivot and adjust the way we did business. My philosophy is that it’s important to not get stuck into one way of thinking. When something isn’t working, it’s important to go forward and try new things, push the limits and not focus on what’s not working, but figure out what is.

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PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST As the director of economic development for Oakland County, Ingrid Tighe oversees business development, international business development, international business attraction, community development and veteran services. She served from 1988-2005 with the 1st Infantry Division in Germany participating in NATO peacemaking operations in Macedonia and Kosovo and later with the 1st cavalry divisor leading troops in 2004 to 2005 in the combat zone of Baghdad, Iraq. BCL What advice would you give to the next generation of female influencers? IT Pursue your passion and purpose in life with relentless energy. You are likely to be more successful at something if it excites you and interests you. And remember that success takes constant effort over time. As the adage goes, ‘Small things, done consistently, add up to big things in the long run.’ BCL As a female leader, what is your philosophy? IT My philosophy over the course of my career in leadership, in the military and in government is to always put first the people in my organization and whom I serve. Take care of your employees, treat others with respect, act with honesty and integrity, communicate clearly and often, bring your authentic self to every situation, and listen.

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SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH Grounded in Vedic philosophy, Kacee Must opened the original Citizen Yoga in Michigan as a means to equip people with necessary and effective coping mechanisms to support mental health. She is a former TEDx speaker, a graduate of Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses program and a member of Crain’s 40 under 40. She leads seminars and is a guest speaker on multiple podcasts. Her alignment-based yoga classes focus on self-expression and exploration. BCL Who inspired/inspires you and why? KM After struggling with mental health issues and losing my sister Miya to suicide, I moved to India for three years. My sister’s death gave me the momentum to move there, study Vedic philosophy and inspired me to learn about the power of purpose, which gave me a deeper understanding about choice. BCL As a female leader, what is your philosophy and/or the most significant barrier in your career? KM When I first started my business, I felt a genuine lack of support from women. But within the last 10 years, that has shifted and women have become my greatest allies. When the pandemic hit, many of my female teachers had to leave and take care of their kids. So we pivoted and went digital. Now more than ever we feel deeply committed to using our yoga platform to support mental health. CONTINUED >

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Mauricio Umansky founded The Agency, a billion-dollar boutique real-estate brokerage based in Los Angeles, in 2011 with “a mission of good,” he says. “We are trying to make the industry better, trying to create better service to the clients, better service to the agents — better service all the way around.” So it was serendipitous when Meredith Colburn, associate broker of the Meredith Colburn Real Estate Team at Birmingham’s Hall & Hunter Realtors, made the introduction between Umansky and Hall & Hunter owners Brad Wolf and Ryan Wolf — which led to the newly launched The Agency Hall & Hunter becoming one of The Agency’s 52 offices around the globe, and the first Agency franchise in the Midwest. Hall & Hunter was founded in 1954 by Brad and Ryan’s father, Dennis Wolf, as a family-owned business with an emphasis on integrity, trust and exceptional customer service. Since then, it has grown to 90 agents and was prime for creating a new level of real estate — one that prioritizes its traditional values while at the same time leading the way with all the benefits of cutting-edge technology.

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Visit Denver When you think about Denver, what immediately may come to mind is the gateway to the stunning landscape of mountain peaks with an abundance of recreational activities. But what you might not realize is just how unbelievable the urban experience is in this extraordinary city set at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Our team of local lifestyle fanatics at City Lifestyle are thrilled to collaborate with Visit Denver to present a customized visitor’s guide and exclusive GIVEAWAY* to this mile-high destination. With recent recognition and rankings, such as landing its spot as a top 10 city in the world to visit (Lonely Planet), leading the nation in attendance at performing arts events and exhibitions (National Endowment for the Arts), a repeat nominee for its foodie and craft beverage scene, and home to THE most attended concert venue of any size anywhere in the world (Billboard), Denver is bursting with profound cultural and lifestyle experiences, and we’re here to round up our recommendations for you. One neighborhood that sets Denver apart is Cherry Creek North, otherwise known as the Mile High City’s ultimate luxury shopping and dining destination with the highest concentration of small businesses. Get your street chic and fun-filled soles ready for 16 walking-friendly blocks of shopping, pampering, entertaining and feasting. With ample annual events to check out, pair your festival-fan side with high-end couture hunting at Cherry Creek Shopping Center, perusing Hermes, Chanel, Stuart Weitzman and Louis Vuitton, just to name a few. As you work up an appetite, prepare to drink and devour the exquisite fare that Cherry Creek offers with more than 50 restaurants, making it almost impossible to choose and most definitely requiring a return visit. One such sophisticated and stylish restaurant destination includes Local Jones inside the urban

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Enter for a chance to win a 3-night getaway to Denver! chic Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek. Equal parts nostalgia and composure, this neighborhood restaurant serves up great food in a socially engaging atmosphere, offering brunch and dinner menus. Step outside the restaurant, and you’ll find the only hotel property in the country that offers a Vespa to zip around town. Halcyon feels a bit like your living room with a warm and inviting vibe. Soak up the social atmosphere both upon entry and at the Elevated Rooftop Bar, and bring your swimsuit for the pool deck complete with recreational curling, cabanas and breathtaking views of the city. Beyond the charm of Cherry Creek, Denver’s culture of arts and live music are thriving and growing by leaps and bounds. Take Meow Wolf, for example. Meow Wolf’s third permanent exhibition, Convergence Station, opened in Denver in September 2021 and is a not-to-be-missed experience. Likewise, the Denver Art Museum hosts its global art collections representing cultures from around the world, with more than 70,000 works of art in 12 permanent collections along with several outdoor artworks not to be overlooked.

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Denver’s open-air Red Rocks Amphitheatre featured the “most attended music venue in the world in 2021” thanks to its fantastic and rare aesthetic, history, and milestone moments that propelled it into its status it holds today. Finally, don’t miss the downtown district favorites RiNo and LoDo. Denver’s urban-vibed River North Art District is a former industrial mercantile area turned into an artist magnet—blending urban charm and industrial revival with a collection of maker and artist galleries, breweries and bars, restaurants and coffee roasters, and street art murals surrounding you at nearly every corner. Be sure to check out Bigsby’s Folly for its roaring ‘20s-inspired urban winery experience.

WIN a 3-night Weekend GETAWAY to Denver! City Lifestyle and Visit Denver are giving one lucky winner and a guest the chance to explore Denver and Cherry Creek North with a uniquely curated hospitality itinerary. With three days filled with complimentary hotel, food, entertainment and shopping experiences, the only thing you need to do is arrange transportation to and from Denver. This giveaway closes on May 31, 2022. The trip must be taken by the end of 2022. For a chance to win, follow @citylifestyle and @visitdenver on Instagram and tag unlimited friends and family on the May 1st giveaway post for additional entries to win.

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3-nights at Halcyon Hotel in Cherry Creek North Dinner at Local Jones After dinner cocktails at B&GC $500 Cherry Creek North Shopping Spree Admission to Denver Art Museum Dinner & Drinks at Bigsby’s Folly Craft Winery Tickets to Red Rocks Amphitheatre Admission to Meow Wolf: Convergence Station Immersive Art Experience

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30 9 5 5 WO O DWA R D AV E . ST E 4 35 | 1 1 :0 0 A M Chiropractic Lifestyle Studio recognizes the important role that nurses play in so many of our lives, so we are celebrating you on National Nurses Day! Nurses, bring your family or friends and stop by our office on Friday, May 6 from 11am-2pm for mocktails, doughnuts, other tasty snacks, and a chance to unwind for 10 minutes in our BrainTap chairs. FR IDAY, MAY 20 TH

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B OWE R S FA R MS , B LO O M F I E L D H I L L S | 6 :30 P M An event to “Give the Boot” to human trafficking. As part of the Detroit Crime Commission (DCC)’s mission to help bring awareness to and stop human trafficking in Southeast Michigan, they're hosting their annual fundraiser, Sound The Siren, on May 20 from 6:3010 pm. Attend and enjoy food, drinks, a silent auction and live music. Visit bit.ly/ soundthesiren to purchase tickets. SATUR DAY, MAY 21ST

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TOWNS E ND H OT E L , B I R MI NG H A M | 1 0 :0 0 A M Enjoy vendor shopping (with local female entrepreneurs/vendors), a plated lunch and dessert, a silent auction and professional networking at the annual Glamorous Luncheon from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on May 21. Proceeds from the event go toward necessity items for women, children, new moms, infants and families in Michigan in need of support. Visit glamorousmoms.foundation/annual-fundraiser/ for more information.

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