Her Desire is to Create Exciting Interiors, Say Hello to Lou Ann Bauer, Principal Designer at Bauer Interior Design
Q: How did you get started as a Designer?LAB: I first went to Cal Berkeley and earned a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts. My program was in welding larger scale steel sculptures. I soon decided I wasn’t going to be a world-famous artist and make a decent living. Since I was working 3-D sculpture scales, I thought Interior Design could fulfill the creative path that I had studied in Art school. I earned my Interior Design degree at San Jose State University. ..
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She Loves Encouraging & Educating Her Clients, Meet Real Estae Pro Barbara Lymberis
Q: How long have you been in the Real Estate business?BL: I was licensed in 2002, and have been working full-time, consistently, in Real Estate since then. Q: Tell us about your career in Real Estate?BL: Real Estate is a 24/7/365 profession, and I’ve been lucky enough to work as a team the entire time with my husband Nick, who was licensed in 2001 after 29 years in his former profession as an Attorney. We are both Realtors, belonging to the National Assoc..
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Tracy L. Tate Jones, is the Founder & President of Beat the Streets, Inc. Read More about Her in Our Exculsive Interview
Q: What is Beat The Streets about and what do you all do?TTJ: Our mission is to empower young adults with adequate resources in stimulating self-improvement through the achievement of educational and employment goals. BTS targets our community’s young men and young women by providing answers to fundamental questions that all, if not most of them come across when transitioning between childhood and adulthood. We provide those answers through our many peer s..
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Believing Every Experience Holds the Probability for Inspiration. An Interview with ASID Design Theory Interiors of California Inc. Jamie R. Kern
Q: Can you describe to our readers a description of your business?JK: I am an interior designer specializing in Residential Interiors. I enjoy working on new construction, renovation and interior décor projects. I have a passion for kitchen and bath design as well as design of various types of custom cabinetry and furniture. When engaged in new construction or renovation projects I am typically hands-on in all facets of the design, guiding clients througho..
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She's Served as Past Presidient of SF General Hospital Foundation, She's Currently the CEO at Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, An Interview With Amanda Heier
Q: What is San Francisco General Hospital Foundation about and what do you do?AH: Our mission statement is broad – “to promote excellence in research, education and care for all at Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center.” To do that, we take diverse approaches to support the work of the hospital – from our recently completed Capital Campaign, which raised a historic $141 million, to our Hearts Grants program, wh..
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At a Young Age, Nastassia Ponomarenko Tapped into Her Inner-Resources to Boost Her Sense of Confidence. At just 20-years old, She is a Founder/CEO of an Athletic Apparel Company, Author of a Self-Improvement Book, & You Tube Sensation with over 650,000 Subscribers!
Q: After high school, where did you feel your career path would take you? NP: Definitely in the business route! That’s really where I wanted to go. Q: Tell us about your experience as CEO and entrepreneur at just 20 years old! Did you face any challenges because of your age?NP: The biggest challenge I’ve faced is having a lack of like-minded friends in my life. There are not too many young female entrepreneurs out there, so it was and still is hard to buil..
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Interview with Anna G. Eshoo, U.S. House of Representatives
Q: Where did you grow up and go to school?Congresswoman Eshoo: I was born and raised in New Britain and Old Saybrook, Connecticut, and have lived in California most of my life. I have an AA degree from Cañada College, and I am a graduate of the CORO Foundation. I also hold an Honorary Degree from Menlo College.Q: What prepared you, who inspired you to go into politics? What did you do before being elected to Congress? Congresswoman Eshoo: I was elected to ..
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Entrepreneur & Business Owner Randi Ross, an Accomplished Executive With Extensive Domestic & International Experience in Business Development
Q: What does being a member of NAWBO Silicon Valley mean to you?RR: It is an opportunity to propel myself to the next level of growing my business by connecting with high caliber, accomplished women business owners. It is an incredible opportunity to learn from their experience and realize I am not alone. Q: How has NAWBO Silicon Valley helped you as a business owner?RR: It has given me an opportunity to create awareness of my product and services with a ..
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An Exclusive Interview with Randi B. Diversity & Inclusion Speaker, Strategist & Author. Her Speeches & Seminars Address the Myriad Facets of Racial, Gender, Sexual Orientation & Cultural Diversity.
Q: Tell me about your education at the HBCU, Tuskegee University.RB: Attending Tuskegee University was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. It is home for me. There, I gained an appreciation of who I was, from whom I originate, and of what I was capable. I left there with the confidence to go after my dreams. My “possible” expanded exponentially at Tuskegee University.Q: What led you to launch your own business 17 years ago and what did you learn fro..
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There is no Other Way to Say it, She loves Selling Real Estate! Meet Real Estate Professional, Mohua Dey
First, I love what I do. I love every aspect of my job and I believe that it makes Buying or selling a home is the most important and probably largest transaction you will ever make. Now, the question is: why should I represent you in this major transaction? I am just like any other Realtor with access to the MLS service, right? Yes, in that respect, I am not at all different from other Realtors, but there are many differences that will make you see that w..
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With a Track Record That Speaks for Itself, Meet SF Real Estate Agent, Jessie Lee Delivering Results, You Deserve!
Q: Can you share with us what made you decide to have a career in Real Estate? JL: My father is very involved in Real Estate in South Korea. He owns commercial and multi-residential rental properties and knows how to build homes as well. Since I was young, I’ve seen my father’s intelligent side of investing in Real Estate and it really influenced me. Q: Looking back, what do you think are the ingredients that keep you as a top Realtor year after year?JL..
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She has a passion … it is People, Real Estate & Community Service. Meet Real Estate Professional, Shirley Ferer
Q: How long have you been in the Real Estate business?SF: June 27, 1977, at a very young age, I received my real estate license and loved the industry ever since. At the time, I was flying for TWA and had too much time off between flights and I wanted to expand my horizons. Real Estate was the perfect choice because of the interaction with people and the challenges and rewards of Real Estate. I did take a leave while raising my three children. As soon a..
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She believes in the Synthesis of Beauty and Style, Warmth, and Function to Shape Space and Elevate Everyday Life A Conversation With Designer, Regan Baker
Q: How did you get started as a Designer?RB: I always knew I wanted to be some sort of designer or artist. I really loved to draw. I grew up in a family of artists and was taught from a young age to view the world differently. I learned to analyze what makes something attractive, the value of light and shadow, and how a specific color and texture can evoke a certain mood. I spent the first 7 years of my career working for architecture firms. From there, I ..
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Meet Claudia Juestel, Founder & Interior Designer of Adeeni Design Group
Q: How did you get started as a Designer?CJ: When I was a kid I always moved furniture around in my friends’ rooms and redecorated them, as my mother would not let me do that in her own house. However, my main passions growing up were fine arts and fashion. After graduating with a Bachelor degree in Fine Arts I helped friends designing a couple of retail spaces and realized that interior design offers to the opportunity to be creative without producing all..
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She’s an Effective leader with Vision & Conviction Meet Briggs Developments Vice President of Asset Management Reggie Hidalgo
Q: If you could teach women growing in the industry today just one thing, what would it be?RH: Bring something to the table. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. And, follow through with your commitments. That’s actually three things but it’s important to show up and get the job done. Everyone is busy – so don’t make excuses. Q: What is your biggest career failure and what positive lessons did it teach you?RH: The biggest mistake I made is staying at a job..
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A Life-Long Resident of Contra Costa County, Lynn Mackey, Superintendent of Schools for Contra Costa County
Q: When did you decide you wanted to become a teacher?LM: I never thought about being a teacher before I became a teacher. I had volunteered at our county jail when I was in college. When I graduated, I needed a job, and someone at the jail let me know about a part-time job teaching Adult Basic Skills at the jail. I applied for the job, signed up for a credential program and fell in love with the work. I have been in education ever since. Q: Tell us how yo..
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