In this series you will be introduced to some strong, curious, and ambitious business owners that I know personally or have crossed paths with. These women are redefining success on their own terms and are the epitome of what it means to be a #GirlBoss!
Ann-Marie Berdar
I love a good refreshing smoothie or smoothie bowl. So, when I found Bare Blends in Albany, NY I was instantly hooked. Soon after I fell in love with this place, a friend referred me to the founder who is not only the creative genius behind their delicious menu but is a true inspiration to…
Talia Agostinello-Burrows
I personally love getting my hair done and being pampered for an event. When you can tell someone your hair vision and they can bring it to life, it’s so satisfying. This next girl boss is an amazing hairstylist with the cutest new salon in Valatie, NY. She has done several of my friend’s weddings…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Briana Haluska aka The “Cookie Boss”
I’ve always admired those who can bake really good treats, because that is not at all my speciality. This next Girl Boss can not only bake an awesome sugar cookie, but she also makes them into a work of art that is seriously so impressive. Briana Haluska, aka The Cookie Boss, turned her passion into…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Sandy Adee
This #GirlBoss makes the cutest jewelry straight from the studio she has in the barn at her home! I stumbled upon Elements of Beauty Jewelry Studio one day at a farmers market with my mom. It happened to be Mother’s Day weekend, so finding a pair of handmade earrings was the exact gift I’d been…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Georgia Deren McCarthy
In this life you’ll meet, come across, and be blessed with some pretty remarkable people that will make an impact in your life. They will teach you life lessons, serve as a role model and mentor and will encourage you to be the best version of yourself. I’m lucky enough to have many of these…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Jackie Geisler
My whole life my exercise routine and diet has fluctuated. I’ve tried the hottest new workout programs, diets and tricks – nothing sticks. When going from one extreme to the other, you’re bound to fail. So, I finally decided to try different techniques to maintain and sustain healthy habits and a healthier lifestyle. And guess…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Lynn Nicholls
I find psychic mediums so fascinating and have always wanted to get a reading for fun. A few months back when I was exploring Clubhouse I came across this room called “Psychic Party!” and knew I had to drop in to see what it was about. The woman on stage who was giving readings was…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Bri Larsen
It’s no secret that I have a sweet tooth. Not only do I love to indulge in baked goods but I also swoon over the artistry of a baker or pastry chef’s creations. Now-a-days you can order a cake, cupcakes, cookies, etc. in any artistic design, flavor, shape, size, etc. that you could possibly imagine.…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Katie Jacoby
I don’t have kids of my own, but when I go shopping for my nieces and nephews its never a good sign for my wallet. I am also aware that when you have kids, the amount of items you receive for your children exceeds your storage space in your home. This is why I try…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Kelly Mitchell
Yoga has become so versatile within this last decade. Now you can do regular yoga, hot yoga, yoga with goats, cat yoga, yoga on the beach, the list goes on and on. They have a yoga class for everyone these days! This next Girl Boss opened a friendly, funky and fresh yoga space in Bellmore,…
The Everyday Girl Bosses: Ashley & Faye
Who doesn’t love cookies? Especially cookies that are giant, creatively stuffed with your favorite sweets and candies, and shareable (or not). Whether it’s a bougie ingredient, local products, or over the top mix ins, if they can stuff it in a cookie, you bet they will. These next girl bosses are friends, moms, and serial…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Sarah Salvioli
Makeup and hair is a talent that does not come easy to everyone. I can do a simple ponytail and french braid, but that is where my skills end. Same goes for makeup, I know the basics. This is why girls like me love to get my hair and makeup done for special events, because…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Lacey Nevin
This next girl boss came to me by nomination from her sister Alyssa. There is nothing I love more than unconditional support and acknowledgment for someone that you know is killing it in life. Alyssa Hines nominated her sister, Lacey Nevin, for several reasons including her drive, accomplishments, determination, and continuous need to help others.…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Katie Shaw
A hairdresser is a girls best friend. She’s someone who fixes you up and listens to your problems, all while making you feel like your best self. They’re super talented, extremely hardworking and very dedicated professionals. Like most, their professions and livelihoods were affected by the pandemic, forcing them to come up with creative ways…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Jenn Fasano
A few months after the launch of my blog, I found interest in learning more about other women and their self-made businesses. I’m a firm believer that it’s not your product or service that people are buying into (although, it’s a major factor), but what gets people really hooked is the story or face behind…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Allegra Paris
The fitness industry is more popular now than it has ever been. Ranging from workout classes to nutrition to clothing lines, we’ve all dabbled in the fitness realm in one way or another. This next girl boss is killing it in this industry. She not only owns a clothing brand for activewear and swimwear, but…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Mindy Whitt
Planning a vacation can be tedious, time consuming and overwhelming. I know first hand, as it took me months on end to figure out where I was going to Honeymoon last year. It would have been nice to have someone do the heavy lifting, presenting me with the best options based on my preferences for…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Katie O’Malley Maloney
If you know me, you know I love weddings and events. I love watching a group of people come together to celebrate someone or something special. I love watching a vision come to life. I love seeing all of the little details come to fruition along the way. Ultimately, I just love seeing the joy,…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Alexandra Fasulo
At some point in your life you probably had a job you hated and wished you could just quit. If you’re like me, you never quit that job because you needed money and didn’t have a backup plan. This next Girl Boss pulled the trigger, quit that job and now lives the life she always…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Sam Torrey
With the upcoming election, it’s important to spotlight the hardworking and dedicated women in politics. Voting is such an important and privileged right that we have as Americans citizens. So, my next #GirlBoss is not only the Chief of Staff with the New York State Assembly and on the board of a well-known Not-for-Profit organization,…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Jhori Jurgenson
If you live in the Capital Region and Hudson Valley, chances are you’ve heard of this #GirlBoss and her businesses. Whether you’ve hired her for an event or visited her new donut shop, she’s definitely made a name for herself. She’s made some of my friends look and feel their best for weddings and has…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Kathleen Rohlfs
This Girl Boss is a creative genius, constructs the most breathtaking floral arrangements and owns the cutest flower shop in my town. She is well-known for her gorgeous flowers and when you attend a wedding, you know immediately if she was the florist. I can say firsthand how talented she is as she did my…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Brianne Baggetta
If you live around the Albany, NY area, chances are you’ve been to Dove + Deer. This delicious restaurant is a newly restored bar in one of Albany’s oldest neighborhoods and is one of my personal favorites. Recently, one of the owners from Dove + Deer restored and opened another restaurant, Rosanna’s, an Italian-American historic…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Stephanie Smith
Owning your business is hard, but it’s even harder when the state mandates you to close temporarily because of a nationwide pandemic. During this crazy time I’ve been amazed and so proud of how Stephanie, a great friend of mine, has overcome the cards she’s been dealt and has continued to maintain and operate her…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Amanda Conway
For those of you who have been following #movementmatters, this Girl Boss is one of the badass women behind the challenge and just so happens to be a great friend of mine! Amanda and I met at our alma matter, SUNY Oneonta, in our Sophomore year. We’ve remained close friends since graduating and I’ve enjoyed…
The Everyday Girl Boss: ShopToni.co
I was introduced to the amazing ladies behind ShopToni.co, their awesome product and their impactful mission through Instagram. A good friend of mine discovered them through Paige DeSorbo’s Instagram (hello Bravo’s Summer House!) and then word spread like wildfire. ShopToni.co is a Long Island, NY small business that makes some really cute scrunchies, masks and…
The Everyday Girl Boss: Brooke Bedsaul
I met Brooke a couple of years ago in Myrtle Beach, SC at my cousin’s Graduation. A few years later we would even vacation together in the Dominican Republic (what a great time we had!). She has such a bubbly personality, is super sweet and also happens to be an awesome surfer. She’s even traveled…
Michella Hand 