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Outstanding Women
CARRIE A . MCPHERSON , CRPS ®, CDFA ®, CHSNC ® Financial Advisor Park Row Wealth Advisors a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC
Carrie helps her clients feel more comfortable and confident about their finances and investments through the practice of strategic financial planning . Her sixteen years of experience have shown her that having an advisor to help navigate the ever-changing financial landscape can be a crucial part toward achieving financial success . Her specialties include wealth management , retirement planning for nonprofits and businesses , philanthropic gifting strategies , special needs financial planning and divorce financial analysis .
Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future financial results . Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services , LLC , a registered investment adviser . Investment products are not insured by the FDIC , NCUA or any federal agency , are not deposits or obligations of , or guaranteed by any financial institution , and involve investment risks including possible loss of principal and fluctuation in value .
1 Citizens Plaza , Suite 610 , Providence 401-824-2557
ANDREA L . MEROLLA-SIMISTER Partner
KAREN K . RUSSO Associate Attorney
CHRISTINE A . STOWELL Associate Attorney
Gidley , Sarli & Marusak , LLP
Partner Andrea L . Merolla-Simister ( center ) and associate attorneys Karen K . Russo ( right ) and Christine A . Stowell ( left ) proudly spearhead the medical malpractice defense practice at Gidley , Sarli & Marusak , LLP in Providence . Founded in 1985 , the firm has a long and successful history of advocating for health care providers in Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts . This includes representing hospitals , physicians and nurses , both at trial and in front of various medical and professional board proceedings . Under Attorney Merolla-Simister ’ s leadership , the firm ’ s “ Med Mal ” department is poised to continue this tradition well into the future , melding years of experience and well-earned trust with fresh ideas and unique perspective . All three women are native Rhode Islanders , and combine their love of the area with a passion for the law and medicine , and a dedication to results on behalf of their clients .
Andrea L . Merolla-Simister , Partner alm @ gsm-law . com
401-274-6644 • gsm-law . com One Turks Head Place , Suite 900 , Providence , RI 02903
CHRISTA DICASPARRO , LICSW
Founder & CEO Inner Light Counseling & Wellness
Empowering women through holistic healing , Christa DiCasparro , LICSW , founder and CEO of Inner Light Counseling & Wellness , is a visionary in holistic healing for women . Her practice offers transformative services , including individual counseling , group therapy , Reiki energy healing , 5NP auricular acupuncture and mindset coaching . For more than five years , Christa and her compassionate team have guided women on their healing journeys . Recently , she expanded her vision with White Opal Sanctuary , a spiritual boutique in Slatersville , Rhode Island , featuring curated items and magical offerings . Christa ’ s dedication to women ’ s mental health and spiritual growth continues to inspire and empower her community , establishing her as a true leader in wellness .
401-213-0784 • innerlightne . com cdicasparro @ innerlightne . com 11 Main St ., Slatersville , RI 02876
SAYLES B . LIVINGSTON
Owner and Dream Installer
Sayles Livingston Design Sayles Livingston Home
Sayles Livingston , the creative force behind Sayles Livingston Design , is expanding her entrepreneurial horizons with the spring opening of Sayles Livingston Home . This new venture will blend Sayles ’ s expertise in crafting distinctive event designs with her passion for curating beautiful living spaces .
Sayles Livingston Home promises to be a treasure trove of inspiration , offering an exquisite collection of interior and outdoor furniture , one-of-a-kind decor and exclusive design pieces .
Livingston ’ s educational background is equally impressive , with degrees from Brown University and the University of Rhode Island , and an MFA program in progress . Additionally , her role as a real estate agent for Compass further enhances her understanding of the interplay between design and living spaces .
This new venture promises to delight and inspire clients seeking to infuse their homes with beauty , elegance and a touch of magic .
3855 Main Rd ., Tiverton , RI 02878 sayleslivingstondesign . com • sayles @ sayleslivingstondesign . com 401-635-9500
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