Hello friends,
I hope the weekend has been good to you. It is a snowy day here in the suburbs of NYC. We got about a foot of snow here, and currently as I write this, it has begun snowing again. Schools are closed today…so my little ones are home with me. Not that I would have sent them, because our sidewalks and streets are blanketed with snow and it is impossible to go anywhere.
Anyway, I thought I would do something different today. I have been talking about the various creative projects that I am currently working on, and the ones I hope to start up at some point this year. One of my goals, which is in the grassroots stages, has to do with Autism and non-profit. I am very excited about the possibilities of this venture…and while it may take awhile to get it fully up and running, I can’t wait to start seeing my ideas come to life.
Part of the reason I wanted to start this particular project, is obviously the fact that my daughter is on the Autism Spectrum and I hope to raise more awareness about Autism and Autism-related disorders. Another reason, is that there are people in my every day life, that were not afraid of risk…and went with their heart and passion, and have turned their passions into a successful business. I wish today to share part of their stories and information about their businesses, with you. This is my first installment…there are 7 people and businesses that will be featured today. I hope to post more businesses in future posts. The information you see listed below was taken from their pages, and I was given permission to post both information and pictures. So, let’s get started.
1. NON-PROFIT.
Take Two Services. Stephanie Arcella and Bix Gabriel run this fundraising and communications consulting firm, based out of New York, New York. Part of their description states: “Fundraising for a cause and communicating the cause are two sides of the same coin.” TakeTwo Services brings these two sides together to help non-profit organizations tell their stories powerfully and persuasively, and generate the support they need to sustain and expand their work.
For more information you can reach them at: take2services.com or their Facebook page entitled TakeTwo Services.
2. BRAND DEVELOPMENT
Raibreadandbuttr. Rai Robledo is the owner and is based in Los Angeles, CA. She has a background in design strategy and brand development. She was Social Media Director at King Tide Creative and studied at The Fashion Institute of Technology. Her portfolio and achievements are impressive.
For more information, contact her at: Raibreadandbuttr.com
3. DANCE
Step by Step Academy. Jennifer Larsen is one of the owners of this dance studio, located in New Hyde Park, NY. She has studied Theatre and Dance at Queens College, CUNY. SBS offers classes in all forms of dance. Dedicated to sharing the knowledge of art in a fun, safe and non-competitive environment. Their goal is to help dancers develop a sense of discipline, self-worth and confidence, providing them with skills to be the best that they can be.
For more information you can visit their Facebook page: Step By Step Dance, Inc.
4. WRITING SERVICES
The Robin Bull. Robin Bull is a full time free lance writer with a broad writing experience. She is based out of Oklahoma, USA. Some of her current publications credits include BrilliantBigs.com and RealCurrentEvents.com and one literary journal. She hold extensive experience in content writing, copywriting and ghostwriting.
For more information, you can reach her at: therobinbull.BlogSpot.com or visit her Facebook page, The Robin Bull.
5. JEWELRY
Kelli Martucci. Kelli Martucci-Origami Owl Independent Designer. Kelli’s journey began when she attended her first Jewelry Bar. She loved chatting with friends about their own personal stories and then finding the perfect charms to represent her as a mother, cancer survivor and an artist. After learning more about the company and it’s amazing opportunities, she decided to start her career as an Independent Designer. She is located in Long Island, NY.
For more information you can contact Kelli at: KMartucci.origamiowl.com or KelliMartucci@yahoo.com
6. PHOTOGRAPHY
Christina Jenney-Fels. Special Moments Photography. Christina studied photography at Central Connecticut State University. Just like me, this business is just starting off. She is located in Long Island, NY
For more information, you an contact Christina at: Specialmomentsphotography@Hotmail.com
7. INTERIOR DESIGN
JNR Designs. Jennifer Rothberg Markowitz-owner. “Clean, simple and colorful”. Form and function. Perfectly, imperfect. Your home is a place that is beautiful and comfortable and feels uniquiely “you”. That is part of what you will find in the description about JNR Designs. After years of designing for family and friends, Jennifer took her love of interior desgn and turned it into a business. Services include: Full service Design, E-Design and A LA Carte. She is located in Great Neck, NY.
For more information, you can contact Jennifer at: jnrdesignsinc.com
So there you have it. Just a handful of people, who inspired me to go along on this journey of creative passions. Hope you all enjoy the rest of your week.
Remember to be kind to one another.
Until Friday friends, when I feature some slow cooker recipes.