Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of The Guides Holistic Therapies

Kimberly Blair, Founder and Owner Kimberly Blair’s work at The Guides Holistic Therapies is deeply intertwined with its San Diego setting. The sun, ocean, and energy inspire her—and help her pass that vivacity onto her clients. Years in tech left Blair burned out and facing an autoimmune diagnosis, and after she lost her mother, holistic […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of Francis Parker Schoool

Megan Storey Hallam, Ed.D, Head of Student Success and Wellness “My professional focus is on building resilience and wellness, rather than waiting for students to ‘need’ support,” says Megan Storey Hallam, Head of Student Success and Wellness at Francis Parker School. Inspired by her own teachers and research on child wellbeing, she promotes prevention-first initiatives […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of Michi Michi & Split Bakehouse

Vanessa Corrales, Owner Some bakers follow recipes. Vanessa Corrales writes her own. Since launching Split Bakehouse in 2018 as a wholesale bakery, she’s earned a reputation for colorful, plant-based pastries that delight vegans and non-vegans alike. “Joy” is the word she uses to describe Split, “because at the end of the day, that’s what I […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of Academy of Our Lady of Peace

Dr. Lauren Lek, Head of School As head of school at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace, Dr. Lauren Lek has transformed San Diego’s only all-girls high school into a hub of excellence, inclusion, and innovation. Under her leadership, OLP has expanded its legacy with bold initiatives in STEM and global learning and the […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of Bistro du Marche

Amélie Gadoum, Head Cheffe Raised in France, Bistro du Marché head cheffe Amélie Gadoum learned early that food’s a language of love. Today, the ingredients she “talks” with are locally sourced, reimagined into bold dishes she calls a “French-Californian conversation.” Gadoum leads her kitchen with respect, passion, and collaboration. It’s a place where the best […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of Eaker Perez Law

Alexandra Eaker Pérez, Shareholder When the IRS demanded over $1 million from a local family business, Alexandra Eaker Pérez didn’t just fight back—she got it on the record that the business owed the IRS nothing. Zero. For Eaker Pérez, “being a legal advocate with compassion is inseparable,” she says. As founding shareholder of Eaker Pérez […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of Senta Neurosurgery, Inc.

Amanda Gumbert, MMS, PA-C, Senior Physician Assistant Amanda Gumbert lets her work speak for her, even as awards and accolades continue pouring in. For nearly two decades, she has been the quiet force at the heart of SENTA Neurosurgery, balancing her role as senior physician assistant with mentoring new PAs and guiding clinic operations. “It’s […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of Holden Timeless Beauty

Dr. Amanda Holden, Founder and CEO For nearly 40 years, Dr. Amanda Holden has called San Diego home, and its natural, fun spirit shapes her vision of beauty. As founder and CEO of Holden Timeless Beauty and co-founder of Alpha Aesthetics Partners, she blends clinical expertise with business leadership, shaping national best practices while mentoring […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of San Diego Fire-Rescue Foundation

Wendy Moore, Executive Director “Supporting our firefighters and lifeguards has truly been the privilege of my career,” says Wendy Moore, executive director of the San Diego Fire-Rescue Foundation. For more than 15 years, she’s organized fundraisers, engaged donors and first responders, and built strong community partnerships. She’s especially proud of helping fund the new Health […]

Celebrating Women Profiles 2025: The Woman of D’Arcy Capital

Krysta Kelly, Founding Partner and Financial Advisor “Female leadership means giving female clients the confidence to be involved in their own personal finance. It’s a very rewarding career as a woman,” says Krysta Kelly, founding partner and financial advisor at D’Arcy Capital. “I feel lucky to balance a professional job while also spending time as […]

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