The District Magazine Vol. 2 Issue 5, Winter 2017-18 | Page 4

CHANNEL DISTRICT / DOWNTOWN / HARBOUR ISLAND / YBOR Published by mashedmediagroup.com TAMPA’S URBAN DWELLING MAGAZINE WINTER 2017-18 district, noun dis • trict \`dis-(,)trikt\ : areas or sections that have some special characteristic or purpose : regions or localities marked by a distinguishing feature Managing Director Ed Suyak The District Group Publisher Ed Suyak Creative Director Rob Stainback As I reflect on 2017, I continue to think the same thought, "what a dope year"! Like many of us, I am shocked how fast this year has come to an end. I hope 2017 was as epic for everyone as it was for the District Magazine team. And if it was anything short of epic, it does not matter, we are starting a brand new year filled with endless possibilities. I am incredibly grateful to have been given the opportunity to work with so many amazing people throughout 2017. Without all of you this movement we call "The District" would not be moving. Thank you to our loyal advertisers, contributors, designer, photographers and most important our readership. You are all part of the movement! In this issue we embrace giving back and feature some of Tampa's best non-profit organizations that are making our world a better place. Giving does not always need to equate to money. Of course, financial donations are vital to the success of non-profits. However, donating your time is just as important. When you are writing down your New Year resolutions; think about what you can give, before listing the things to better yourself. On the cover you may have noticed two super cute friends of mine. They are rescues from the Humane Society Tampa Bay. I am a huge advocate of adopting pets and love the Humane Society. With the help of pet photographer Adam Goldberg of AGoldPhoto, we were able to feature some of their adorable pets that were up for adoption. Don’t buy-adopt your friend. Associate Publisher CJ Cooper Fit District Contributor Coach John Forbes Suits & Sneaks Contributor Kristin Leigh Fashion Forward Contributor Kristin Wright Lifestyle Contributor Jon Michaels Startup Contributor Melanie Hicks PhD. Cover Photo By: Adam Goldberg Guest Holiday Photographer: Kevin King Special Thank You To: Tampa for another great year! Photography by Lindsey Meyer I'm so excited to bring you the 3rd year of The District in 2018 that I was tempted to share a spoiler. But I was advised to keep it a secret. See you next year.... I wish everyone Happy Holidays and the best New Year! Cheers, Interested in Advertising? Have a good idea for an article? publisher@ mashedmediagroup.com Ed “eddy” Suyak Group Publisher The District magazine is always looking for new article ideas, upcoming events and overall readership feedback. We are currently seeking freelance contributors. Email all submissions, ideas and feedback to [email protected] Mashed Media Group does not assume responsibility for the advertisements, nor any representation made therein, nor the quality or deliverability of the products themselves. Reproduction of articles and photographs, in whole or in part, contained herein is prohibited without expressed written consent of the publisher, with the exception of reprinting for news media use. Printed in the United States of America. 4