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Lessons from Local Leaders: Coast-to-Coast Experience Meets Local Expertise: How Shari Morgan Carroll Serves DMV Homebuyers and Sellers As a Compass Realtor serving both Maryland and Virginia, Shari Morgan Carroll blends local market expertise with a lifetime of cross-country perspective. A military spouse who has lived in all four regions of the United States, Shari knows firsthand what it […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Serving with Heart: How Edwin’s Hauling Services Transforms Lives One Job at a Time When you hire Edwin’s Hauling Services, you’re not just booking a moving or junk removal crew—you’re inviting a mission of service into your home. Founded by Loudoun County local, Edwin, this business grew from his decade-long experience […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Leading with Joy: How Cordelia Gaffar Transforms Workplaces Through Intimacy, Connection, and Self-Nurturing In this episode of The Alimond Show, we sat down with Cordelia Gaffar, founder of Workout Around My Day Incorporated, to explore how leaders can harness the power of joy, intimacy, and self-nurturing to transform their teams and organizations. Cordelia, an […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: From Military Photographer to Master Stylist: Robin Lee’s 30-Year Journey in the Beauty Industry Nestled on historic King Street, right next to the Black Hoof, Robin Lee Hair and Makeup has become a destination for clients seeking confidence, transformation, and a touch of artistry. But behind the chair is a story as vibrant as […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: From Forensic Psychology to Healing Hearts: Allyson Luna’s Journey to Counseling Some paths are straight. Others twist, turn, and lead you to where you were always meant to be. For Allyson Luna, the founder of Luna Counseling Solutions, the journey to becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor was anything but linear. Allyson didn’t grow […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Building a Strong + Healthy Life: How Anna Helps Busy Women Transform Their Health and Mindset When it comes to lasting health transformations, Anna, founder of Strong + Healthy, knows it’s not about spending hours in the gym or following restrictive diets—it’s about creating smart, sustainable routines that fit into your life. In this […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: How Parsa Izadpanah Balances Innovation and Leadership in His Professional Journey At Alimond Studio, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Parsa Izadpanah, a visionary professional whose approach to leadership and innovation is transforming the way his industry operates. During our conversation, Parsa shared insights into his career path, the lessons […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: From Mechanics to Mortgages: How Milton Zuniga Found Purpose Through Homeownership and Giving Back When you sit down with Milton Zuniga, a Branch Partner and Loan Officer at ALCOVA Mortgage, you immediately feel two things: authenticity and heart. In our recent conversation on the Alimond Show, Milton walked us through his […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Celebrating Creativity and Connection: A Conversation with Artist Elaine Nunnally From watercolor landscapes to children’s book illustrations, Elaine Whaley Nunnally’s artistic journey is a testament to lifelong passion and the power of sharing creativity with others. Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Elaine to learn about her life […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: From Music to Mastering Brows: How Jessica Endara Built Element Lash and Brow Bar into a Haven of Beauty and Empowerment In the heart of Sterling, Virginia, there’s a beauty destination where artistry, education, and self-confidence intersect: Element Lash and Brow Bar. Founded in 2021 by Jessica Endara, this thriving business is […]