CHAPTER 206 | JANUARY 2026

“I’d rather regret the risks that didn’t work out than the chances I didn’t take at all.” – Simone Biles

Lori Bassano, a partner with The Baldwin Group, joined the...READ MORE>>>

Tara Gillespie of Lake Michigan Credit Union was ...READ MORE>>>

Mia Rae Stephens of Chapman Insurance Group and...READ MORE>>>

For consideration in Women to Watch, email a recent success story of a woman you’d like to celebrate, along with her high-resolution photo, to inspireme@ebellamag.com. This might include a big accomplishment, award or honor received, appointment to a Board, educational achievement, etc.

Rabbi Nicole Luna of Temple Beth El of Fort Myers
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Jesvia Alvarado of Collier Mosquito Control District was ...READ MORE>>>

Patty Amandis, also known as DJ Pat Pat, recently opened Disco Bean Coffee Company, a new women-owned business that combines coffee....READ MORE>>>

Sophia Kiasi, chef de cuisine; Brooke Kravetz, chef-partner; and Zach Bingham, wine director (not pictured), recently opened The Supper Club....READ MORE>>>

PROMOTION / NEW HIRES 

Brooke Martinez 
Promoted to Director of Volunteer
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Sacasha Brown
Care Center Administrator
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Betty Friedman
Vice President of Volunteer
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Lauren Hickman
Public Relations Manager
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Addyson McCullough
Public Relations ...READ MORE>>>

Victoria Scott
Fund Development & Public Relations ...READ MORE>>>