The District Magazine Vol. 2 Issue 5, Winter 2017-18 | Page 4
CHANNEL DISTRICT / DOWNTOWN / HARBOUR ISLAND / YBOR
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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,
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contributors. Email all submissions, ideas and feedback to [email protected]
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