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Lessons from Local Leaders: For more than 50 years, Dr. Barbara Reynolds has been a force in journalism, activism, ministry, and education. At 83 years old, she is still writing, still speaking truth to power, and still urging the next generation to carry the torch of justice. Her journey—from being told she couldn’t to proving […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: How Dr. Rhoda Zione is Redefining Healthcare Innovation with Nurse Tech Global Creating Healthier Environments Through Faith, Science, and Innovation Dr. Rhoda Zione is a registered nurse with over 53 years of experience, but her legacy reaches far beyond traditional healthcare. As the founder of Nurse Tech Global, she has dedicated […]

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 […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Creating Confident Smiles: A Conversation with Dr. Owais Naeem and Dr. Diana Saffarini of Potomac River Orthodontics In Northern Virginia, Dr. Owais Naeem and Dr. Diana Saffarini are redefining what it means to visit the dentist and orthodontist. As the husband-and-wife team behind Potomac River Orthodontics and Naeem Family Dentistry, they’ve built a family-centered, […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Building Confident Smiles: Dr. Vu Tran on Proactive Pediatric Dentistry and the Power of Prevention When you step into Pristine Smiles in Fairfax City, you’ll immediately feel Dr. Vu Tran’s commitment to blending compassionate care with the latest dental technology. A Fairfax native who grew up watching his mother build one of the […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: From the Classroom to Closing Day: How Maureen Landes Is Redefining Real Estate in Loudoun County When you meet Maureen Landes, you immediately sense her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to service. As the founder of Landes Properties, Maureen brings a unique blend of experience, community insight, and heart-centered values to every real […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Rewiring Wellness: How Dawn Perez Is Transforming Mental Health Through Neurofeedback and Integrative Care In our powerful conversation with Dawn Perez, founder of Biofeedback Works, we explored how technology, compassion, and personal experience intersect to change lives. Dawn’s journey into counseling and neurofeedback began with personal tragedy—losing her brother to suicide due to […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: From Foster Care to Federal Contracts: How Two Sisters Built a Mission-Driven Tech Company When you meet Mary Toxey and Sarah Absher, you immediately sense the strength, purpose, and integrity that define both their leadership style and the company they co-founded, Basis Path. As two of three owners of a women […]