Moms to Know: Angeline Howell, Creating Change Through Play and Purpose
Local mom and changemaker, Angeline Howell, is inspiring hands-on learning, building community and shaping the future of education in Tampa Bay.
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Moms to Know: Dr. Lisa Hayes, Hayes Pediatrics
Read about Dr. Lisa Hayes, a pediatrician and mom, and how she’s building her own practice while navigating motherhood and life’s challenges.
Moms to Know: Kate White, Glazer Children’s Museum
Learn how Kate White brings play into everyday life, from leading at Glazer Children’s Museum to making memories at home with her kids.
Moms to Know Tami Kent: The No More Foundation
Get to know Tami Kent, founder of The No More Foundation, which aims to eliminate poverty, orphans, and human trafficking in Tampa Bay.
Moms to Know: Mindy McCord, University of South Florida Women’s Lacrosse
Learn how Mindy McCord is shaping the future of lacrosse at USF, building a competitive program while inspiring the next generation of athletes.
Moms to Know: Lia Beatty, Télia Agency
Read about Lia Beatty’s journey from being a mom of four to founding Télia Agency, where she helps brand stand out in a crowded market.
Moms to Know: Tyra Andre, Mommy and Wee Travels
Learn about Tyra Andre’s journey from scientist to world traveler and how she turned her passion into a travel agency, “Mommy and Wee Travels.”
January Moms to Know: Amber Uhler, Mrs. Universe USA
Read about Amber Uhler’s story of perseverance, water safety advocacy, and her journey to becoming Mrs. Universe USA 2024.
Moms to Know: Souad Dreyfus
Read about Souad Dreyfus, founder of Open Arms Surrogacy, and how she helps families navigate their journey to parenthood.
A Conversation for Moms: The conversation continues in the Maggie and the Moms Podcast!
Join Maggie and the Moms in their relatable new podcast for open and honest conversations about parenting and life’s challenges.
Moms to Know: Corina Kowalski, Bubbles & Blowouts
Learn how Corina Kowalski’s passion for beauty and community inspired Bubbles and Blowouts, a Tampa salon for everyone.
Moms to Know: Natalie Zfat
Get to know local Tampa mom and digital media expert, Natalie Zfat, who’s sharing awareness tips to help protect your kids from cyber-bullying.
Mom to Know: Maxine Reyes
From the Air Force to the Army, Maxine Reyes shares about her incredible career with the U.S. Military, plus founding Courage & Grace Foundation.
Tampa Bay Sun FC: Ready to Kick Off a History-Making Season
The Tampa Bay Sun Football Club is kicking off its inaugural season this Sunday, August 18, bringing the highest level of professional women’s sports ever to the Tampa Bay Area. We’re getting to know head coach Denise Schilte-Brown as we talk women’s sports, motherhood, and her love of Tampa Bay.
Moms to Know: Ambika Agrawal, Ambika Photography
In the wizarding world of Harry Potter, a wand is a conduit that brings out the energy of a magical person and manifests it in the physical world in the shape of what they may be casting or creating. This is also true for Ambika Agrawal and her camera, a tool that blends the creative…
Moms to Know: Jenna Cibran
In the five years that we have featured mothers in this special space, I have yet to focus on a part of motherhood that is just as important as all of the others that have been highlighted before. The role of the woman in the home to be there for every member of the family,…
Moms to Know Jessica Payne: Sweatology Studio, Undressed Tans
Every child is truly a treasure, and for most, pregnancy is a gift. However, after navigating a journey through in vitro fertilization (IVF) and surrogacy to welcome her two children, Lenny (6) and Bowie (3), Jessica Payne could have never predicted the miracle waiting to unfold years later. As this local mom announces the arrival…
Moms to Know: Bhavna Kanakia
Just as the lotus emerges from muddy waters to bloom into a beautiful flower, the story of Bhavna Kanakia is one of growth and transcendence. Rather than remaining in her birth country of India, among the familiar ceremonies that honor the cultural symbolism of the lotus, she resolved instead to expand an offering of superb…
Moms to Know: Christian Vorderbrueggen, Blush x Bashful
Discover how Christian Vorderbrueggen, local mom turned entrepreneur, is revolutionizing maternity wear with Blush x Bashful, crafting bras that blend comfort with beauty for postpartum bodies.
Moms to Know: Danielle Bayard Jackson, Friendship Coach, Educator & Author
With schedules that are packed with playdates, sports, school, and the many other ways we socialize our kids, what, then, is left for us parents who also dream of a Monica to our Rachel? This is where a Friendship Coach comes in.
Moms to Know: Vicki Sokolik, founder of Starting Right, Now
Our local youth are at the very core of all we do, of how and why we make decisions, and why we give back and serve. Yet, there is a population of children among us that we do not speak nearly enough about. We notice them, but we do not see them. We hear them,…
Moms to Know: Meet Tori Penso, FIFA Women’s World Cup referee
Tori Penso, the first American to referee a FIFA Women’s World Cup final, has much to celebrate. The St. Petersburg-based mom of three, believes soccer has been a unifying gift for her family.
Moms to Know: Lauren Suttell, LJ Aesthetics
Have you ever heard the saying “in a world full of Kardashians, be an Audrey (Hepburn)?” When it comes to raising girls in today’s world, I am reassured that there are women in the aesthetics field that promote a graceful approach to aging that enhances natural inner and outer beauty—much like the iconic faces before…
Say goodbye to burnout with help from local mama, Jess Massey, founder of Hustle Sanely
As we get ready to step into a new year, a time when many of us look to reset, we’re introducing you to a local mom who has been right where you are—smack dab in the middle of burnout. Jess Massey not only found her way out, but she developed a planner and system to help other women find their path to a more “peacefully productive” life.
Juliette Feld Grossman shares the story behind the NEW Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is roaring back to life in an ALL-NEW reimagined show and we’re chatting with Juliette Feld Grossman, who teamed up with her father to produce The Greatest Show on Earth, to talk about the evolution of the show.
Moms to Know: Giselle Mcnab – Author, Speaker, Founder of The SIS Project.Org
From a challenging childhood in New York City to troubled teen years marked by resilience and survival, Giselle McNab’s path to motherhood has taken her from darkness to enlightenment. With a remarkable account of breaking a cycle of abuse, the inspiration behind her book, and her mission to empower women and teen girls through her…
Moms to Know: Mandy Schulis, founder of The Story Shift
Meet Mandy Schulis, a certified trauma-informed story coach and a driving force behind inspiring female entrepreneurs to dismantle their own barriers and harness the power of their unique stories for both income and impact.
Moms to Know: Meet Christina Unkel with the Super League Tampa Bay
As Super League Tampa Bay prepares to make its mark on the world of women’s soccer, the appointment of Christina Unkel as President represents an important moment in the sport’s history.
Q&A with Kendra Scott: Style Trends, Advice for Moms, and Her Passion for Giving Back
Jewelry icon, Kendra Scott, shares her new collection along with fall trends, style advice for moms, and discusses her passion for giving back to others.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Two local moms share their deep roots in Tampa Bay
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Tampa is rich with Hispanic Heritage. Two Tampa moms, originally from Puerto Rico, share details about their roots and raising their own children with Hispanic heritage in Tampa Bay.
Moms to Know: Dominique Richardson
Meet Dominique Richardson, local author and founder of Tampa Bay’s first book festival, YA By the Bay, which aims to promote a love for literacy and leadership among local students.
St. Pete Based Mom Group, EverMom, is For Every Mom
Feeling the lack of community in this new season of motherhood, the more they talked with other moms, the more they realized they were not alone. That’s when two St. Pete moms hatched an idea that is now a reality: The EverMom Collective.
Moms to Know: Eileen Esposito, The Sunflower Patch
At The Sunflower Patch, Eileen Esposito combines her talents as a music therapist, recording artist and songwriter to create enchanting experiences for children. With a deep-rooted passion for music ingrained in her DNA (her great-great-uncle composed “Silent Night”), Esposito’s own musical journey began at a young age. Today, with a bachelor’s degree in music therapy…
Moms to Know: Dr. Cynthia Stringfield, ZooTampa
Driven by a cross-country opportunity to combine her passions and make a difference, Dr. Cynthia Stringfield embarked on a new chapter in her life when she moved from California to Florida in 2019. Today at ZooTampa, driven by a deep-rooted belief in the power of education, Dr. Stringfield dedicates her work to instilling a sense…
Moms to Know: Quin Brewington, Sister Lady Girl, Second Act Summit
We’re getting to know Quin Brewington, creator of Sister Lady Girl and Second Act Summit.
Moms to Know: Sorboni Banerjee
We’re getting to know Sorboni Banerjee, a former television anchor who is not only a published author, but is inspiring others to dream big.
Moms to Know: Melanie Humenansky, Bayshore Christian School
Get to know Melanie Humenansky, head of school at Bayshore Christian School in South Tampa.
Kids to Know: Emma Campbell, 2022 Hillsborough Co. Anti-Bullying Recognition Award Winner
Meet the 5th grade recipient of Hillsborough County’s 2022 Anti-Bullying Recognition Award and find out how you can nominate a child or teen who has gone above and beyond to battle bullying.
Moms to Know: Alyssa Rhoads, Eventing Tampa Bay, CEO Council
Meet Alyssa Rhoads, producer of show-stopping events and creator of joy, wonder and enchantment in everything she creates.
Flamenco & Freedom: A Renowned Cuban Dancer now Lives the American Dream in Tampa
One year ago, flamenco dancer Irene Rodriguez took the biggest leap of her life, not on the dance floor—in real life. She left her home country of Cuba, where she was the principal dancer and director of the country’s most recognized flamenco company, and moved to Tampa with nothing more than the desire and drive…
Moms to Know: Kiva Williams
Meet Kiva Williams, the @thefunfoodiemama and founder of Mahogany Kids Fine Arts Foundation benefitting children in Tampa Bay.
Moms to Know: Dr. Amy Patenaude, ED.D., NCSP, A Child’s Path
What if we approached the “tough” seasons of parenting differently? Dr. Amy Patenaude is helping families make lasting positive changes.
Moms to Know: Karrie Mueller, Webhead Interactive, Parties With Character, Cheap Cookie Cutters, Dairy Joy
Karrie Mueller has successful businesses, three happy children and a soulmate husband. Beyond Super Mom, she’s a Mom to KNOW!
Moms to Know: A nonprofit leader’s mission inspires meaningful holiday family traditions
Mother of three boys, Tampa Bay realtor, and founder of the Christian Michael Hernandez Foundation (CMHF), Lindsay Hernandez lives by the mission of her nonprofit in every way possible: to be a light in this world through the provision of unconditional kindness. In a month that focuses on giving and gratitude, we are thankful for…
Moms to Know: Amy Dascola
A psychic medium since she was six years old, Amy Dascola experiences life, people and energy on a different level than you and I.
Moms to Know: Chief Barbara Tripp, Tampa Fire Rescue
Chief Barbara Tripp made history in Tampa when she was sworn in as the first-ever female fire chief for Tampa Fire Rescue.
Moms to Know: Marium Shariq
Marium Shariq of The Chilli Apron, is sharing her passion for cooking while making family meal prep easier for busy moms (and dads).
Moms to Know: Jaime Brown, Tampa Homestyles
Amidst the chaotic Tampa Bay real estate market, Jaime Brown is serving her customers, the community and her two sons most of all.
Moms to Know: Courtney Vermette, Butter Bug Boutique
Courtney Vermette’s Butter Bug Boutique helps parents discover solutions for kids while supporting purpose-driven mom-owned brands.
Moms to Know: Charlotte Kay Yepsen – Back Off Bands
Charlotte Kay Yepsen created Back Off Bands as a proactive solution to help protect our children from abduction.
Moms to Know: Diana Blinkhorn of @mrsblinks
You may recognize this mother of beautiful birthday bashes, creative costuming and idyllic ideas: Diana Blinkhorn @mrsblinks
In Studio with ‘Maggie and the Moms’ on WFLA’s Daytime
Every Monday, I assemble a rotating panel of moms from diverse backgrounds and in different stages of parenting for ” Maggie and the Moms “
Moms to Know | Sevi Lagos, Vasilea Kaplanis and Maria McAdams
As April captures the most important holiday on the Greek Orthodox church calendar, it is the perfect time to meet these three moms to know
Moms to Know: Athens Pellegrino, author of ‘The Military Child Chronicles’
The Tampa mom talks about her children’s books written to help civilian families understand military family life, ‘The Military Child Chronicles’.
Moms to Know | Sara Roman
Sara Roman | University Area Community Development Corporation and iCommunity Multiservices | International Women’s Day is March 8
Moms to Know: Savenah Libertiny | Savvy Jack Wear
With a booming business that reaches across the U.S., Libertiny of Savvy Jack Wear is sure to make history in the fashion world.
Moms to Know: Julie Tingley, founder of Wee Macree
Julie Tingley’s latest venture, Wee Macree, continues uplifting others by donating 40% of the sales of each child’s shirt to a nonprofit
Moms to Know: Carolynn Smith-Jones, Seven Marketing + PR
Carolynn Smith-Jones, owner of 7 Marketing + PR, has rebuilt her life from the ground up. Follow her journey, struggles, and faith!
Moms to Know: Kristen Brown, TRIBE Seminole Heights
Social Entrepreneur Kristen Brown talks about TRIBE Seminole Heights, an after school program which serves 1,800 families and 2,500 students
Moms to Know: Lindsey Jackson of Jackson in Action 83 Foundation
KNOW Tribe members and Jackson in Action 83 Foundation (JIA83), Jackson and Gorrell have worked together with military families since 2012.
