There’s a new team in town. Hyde Park City Lifestyle bids a thankful farewell to Publisher Brandy White and Editor Allison Mackey. Beginning with this issue, new leadership is at the helm, excited to connect with the community. Here are the new faces behind the pages of this publication. We look forward to seeing you around town!
Deborah Mekenese
Publisher
Deborah is a Cincinnati native and lifelong entrepreneur with a passion for celebrating the people, places and stories that make our communities extraordinary. As the publisher of both Indian Hill City Lifestyle and Hyde Park City Lifestyle, she is deeply committed to telling local stories authentically. When she's not curating content that connects neighbors and elevates local businesses, you'll find her on the mats at Fuse MMA or outside with her four children. Deborah.Mekenese@CityLifestyle.com
Michelle Numann
Publication Manager
Michelle is the Publication Manager for Hyde Park City Lifestyle, Indian Hill City Lifestyle and two additional publications in Florida. She plays a key role in keeping each edition organized, elevated and on schedule. She works with City Lifestyle’s partners to guide them through every step of the process. From ad design and revisions to deadlines and creative direction, Michelle is the primary resource for a smooth, successful partnership from start to finish. Michelle.Numann@CityLifestyle.com
Tera Michelson
Editor
Tera Michelson is a Cincinnati-based writer who loves telling the stories that make a community feel like home. She steps into the role of editor at Hyde Park City Lifestyle, and also serves as editor for Indian Hill City Lifestyle and West Chester + Liberty Lifestyle. She enjoys working alongside this inspired and creative team and is excited to celebrate the neighborhood. Tera’s work focuses on the people, businesses and moments that shape everyday life in our city. Through thoughtful conversations and engaging features, she hopes to connect readers with the creativity, generosity and spirit that define Hyde Park. If you have a story idea or community event to share, contact Tera. Tera.Michelson@CityLifestyle.com
Ricky Fairrow
RF Graphics
Ricky Fairrow is a brand and growth strategist who helps businesses stand out through digital marketing, social content, brand design and web design. After years of creating for corporate brands across the U.S. and internationally, he now brings that same elevated creative direction to local Cincinnati businesses and partners of City Lifestyle magazine, delivering top-tier brand quality without the expense of a full agency. If your local business is ready to grow, attract new customers and elevate its presence, reach out to Ricky. RFGraphics.com
Kohta Rincon
Kohta Rincon Photography
Kohta is an art-focused portrait photographer known for warm, vibrant images that capture authentic emotion. A self-taught artist, she breaks traditional posing rules to create portraits that feel natural and compelling. Her shooting style builds connection and comfort long before the camera comes out. Inspired by her Arabian rescue horse, Kohta’s business grew from whimsical equestrian shoots into a full-service studio specializing in brand, boudoir, senior and equestrian photography in her Old Milford studio. KohtaRinconPhotography.com