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Lessons from Local Leaders: From Dinner Table to Dream Homes: How Joe Garon is Redefining Mortgage Lending in Northern Virginia When it comes to choosing the right mortgage lender, most people look for expertise, trustworthiness, and someone who truly understands the complexities of homeownership. For Joe Garon of Embrace Home Loans, those qualities are second […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: From Football Fields to Frontlines of Education: The Legacy of Virgil Revish For over four decades, Virgil Revish has been a quiet force shaping the futures of young people across Virginia. A native of Petersburg and now a long-time Chesterfield resident, Revish’s life work has been focused on one mission: helping […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Finding Balance with Food: The Inspiring Story of Allison Tepper and Tepper Nutrition In today’s world, food and body image are often surrounded by confusion, mixed messages, and unrealistic expectations. For many, navigating nutrition feels like walking through a minefield of diet trends, cultural pressures, and misinformation. That’s exactly why Allison […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Helping Families Breathe, Sleep, and Thrive: Bryanna Schwarting and The Mouth Rehab When you meet Bryanna Schwarting, you immediately sense her warmth and deep passion for helping others. She’s more than a speech-language pathologist—she’s a feeding and swallowing specialist, a certified lactation consultant, and an orofacial myology expert. Or, as she […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Bob Waddell: Building Trust and Transforming Homes Across Virginia, Maryland & West Virginia When you meet Bob Waddell, you quickly realize he’s not just a realtor—he’s a trusted advisor, a problem solver, and someone who treats your home purchase or sale as if it were his own. Bob is a residential […]

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 […]