Heather Reid
Josie Volpentesta is a professional Makeup Artist from Chicago’s upscale North Shore suburbs and has solidified herself as one of the best makeup artists in the entertainment industry. For over a decade she has worked with "A" list celebrities, hit TV shows, and various magazines. Last year Josie launched her own lip gloss under her label, Makeup by Josie. Josie shares some of her favorite products that will help you achieve and maintain a good look.
Heather Reid is a writer, freelance editor, essayist and avid home cook with a particular passion for baking bread. She has a degree in Journalism from Northwestern University and has worked as a newspaper editor and advertising executive with a specialty in digital marketing. Her work has appeared in various parenting magazines and a collection of her essays can be found at www.heatherreidwrites.com. Most importantly, she’s the proud mother of two precocious and hilarious little boys who keep her ninja skills on point.
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Alyse Gaulin established a strong career working as an executive in the luxury fashion industry, most recently at Christian Louboutin. Recently she has made the switch to become a certified core energy coach. As a female in a largely dominated male industry she has mastered the skills and habits required for building quality relationships, fostering infectious leadership, and defining what it means to be an executive. Through Own It, she heads up the inner energy coaching team, looking to redefine the journeys of many!
Skylar Zerman is a Chicago-Native and junior at Tulane University in New Orleans. She is currently majoring in Psychology with a focus on Forensic Science and minors in Public Health and Jewish Studies.
She is involved in many clubs and organizations including the club she founded to support the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern Louisiana, showcasing her leadership and commitment to producing high-quality results. Skylar truly cares about the work she is producing and its impact.
Skylar’s future goals include working in law enforcement and/or the FBI as a forensic psychologist.
Lora LaPratt is the CEO and head stylist of Shopping Girl XOXO, a personal styling brand for clients nation-wide. She prides her business on helping clients to not only look but most importantly FEEL amazing in their own unique style. Lora specializes in working with local Chicago designers and boutiques across the city. She has been featured as a style expert on multiple TV segments and publications and was chosen as one of the Top Woman Owned Businesses in 2016. To learn more about Shopping Girl XOXO and Lora's styling packages visit www.shoppinggirlxoxo.com
Photo by Lisa Kay Creative