Category: 2021 Women to Watch

For Alexa Rodica, opening her own business was the beginning of a newfound freedom and creativity in how she practices the art of aesthetics. “I find that flexibility to be so valuable in this industry. The ability to customize my patients’ treatments was never an option when ... Read More

The word “bespoke” means “custom-made” or “tailored,” and that is precisely how Amanda Conti approaches aesthetic medicine. Amanda is a board certified family nurse practitioner. She named her practice Bespoke Rx to emphasize the focus she places on individualized treatments a... Read More

Over 37 years ago, when she first opened Gentle Dentistry, one of Dr. Angela Rasmussen’s guiding principles was that her patients would be treated like she wanted to be treated. “We offer only superior dental care with the safety and comfort of our patients in mind,” she says.... Read More

Four years ago, no one had heard of Big Man’s Moving Company. Today, it is the fastest growing moving company in Tampa Bay, employs 20 movers, and has completed 3,400 local, statewide, and out-of-state moves. Owners Brooke and Josh Anderson had a terrible experience with anoth... Read More

Zara Mohammed has been using her knowledge to help others since she started her beauty industry career 20 years ago - teaching makeup skills to patients at the American Cancer Society, inspiring others and encouraging women everywhere. An expert in many different beauty servic... Read More

A board-certified Ophthalmologist and Oculoplastic surgeon, Dr. Landy is passionate about eyes, education and helping people look their best. “My experience as a surgeon provides an in-depth understanding of facial anatomy and aesthetics,” Dr Landy says. “This knowledge helps ... Read More

Dr. Emily Devol knew she wanted to be a doctor from the time she was 14, but it was a breast cancer diagnosis and bilateral mastectomy in her 20s that led her to pivot to aesthetic medicine. “I associated so much of being feminine with how I looked, and I figured other people ... Read More

There is a growing need for healthcare specific to the aging process. Yet in our current system, many older adults and their families are left with more questions than answers. Patients fear memory changes may be dementia. Caregivers feel isolated and overburdened. “I started... Read More

The Word “impossible” is not in Felicia Lacalle’s vocabulary. Maybe that’s how the Tampa native has found time to develop a new restaurant while running another, produce her own podcast, spend time feeding the homeless and represent Tampa in a Super Bowl cook-off on the Today ... Read More

Gianna Accardi has loved fashion all her life, and she and her mom had long dreamed of opening a boutique together. During Accardi’s last year in college, they had a conversation about how difficult it is to buy swimwear and how Tampa was lacking brick-and-mortar locations out... Read More

Working as a health and wellness coach in Tampa, Jaqueline Luhrs found that her clients struggled to figure out which foods best met their nutritional needs, or they simply didn’t have the time to prepare them. She began cooking meals for her clients, and as her business grew,... Read More

When physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants want to learn correct injection techniques for BOTOXⓇ Cosmetic and dermal fillers, they come to Jennifer Puleo. Jennifer is a national authority on medical aesthetics, and she educates other injectors nationwide. S... Read More

Katherine Horner knew that the restaurant business was her passion after her first job as a hostess. At Bloomin’ Brands, she rose through the ranks from server to Regional Vice President while encouraging and inspiring others. “The restaurant business is all about people,” she... Read More

Creativity comes naturally to Katie Busciglio. The Florida native went to high school for musical theatre, and she soon discovered her knack for interior design. Busciglio recalls surprising her mom with a bathroom makeover - removing the wallpaper to paint the room green - th... Read More

L.J. Shaw is a woman with many titles. Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, CEO, Designer and Mother are just a few. But what defines her is her dynamic personality, strong faith and compassion toward others. A woman-owned and -operated construction company is outside the norm, but ... Read More

At International Plaza & Bay Street, Lindsay Grinstead helps local companies and organizations connect with the millions of shoppers who visit the mall’s 200-plus shops and restaurants each year. She says visitors have been excited to get back to shopping with safety in mi... Read More

Sheltair is a family-owned company that enjoys a reputation for its superior safety and service-driven culture. Founded in 1963 by Jerry Holland, it is the nation’s largest privately owned aviation network, operating 18 award-winning FBOs and managing over 4.5 million square f... Read More

Dr. Millie Cortes is a dedicated pediatric dentist, passionate about providing the best care for children’s oral health. As the owner of Wang and Cortes Dental, she focuses on creating a welcoming, comfortable environment for both kids and parents. With a strong belief in prev... Read More

Dr. Monica Doyle has a passion for helping people love their smiles. She knew from an early age that she wanted to be a dentist. She remembers being very self-conscious about her own smile, which ultimately shaped a desire to help others with their oral health. She is very act... Read More

While litigating with one of Florida’s largest defense firms, Sarah Chibani gained invaluable hands-on experience conducting depositions, hearings, mediations and settlement negotiations. She also saw countless instances where thousands of dollars could have been saved if lega... Read More