Finance + Legal Services

My Town: Ashley Warne

Article and Photography by For Ashley Warne, financial planning has always been about helping people feel more confident and organized. “I’m a second-generation financial advisor, and I learned from my dad that this work is really about grit and compassion,” says the Raymond James advisor and founder of Financial Formwork, a private wealth management practice. “More than anything, I want to be an approachable person who helps demystify and organize people’s finances.” A true local, Warne grew...

Health + Wellness

Pitch Perfect

Alexander Audiology is redefining hearing health with a practice rooted in expertise, empathy and deeply personalized care Article by Grace Galloway For Dr. Melissa Alexander, the work of audiology has always been about something deeper than technology or diagnostics. At its heart, it is about connection—helping people stay engaged with the conversations, music and everyday sounds that shape their lives.  That perspective developed early. Alexander grew up in Northridge immersed in the...

Arts + Culture

Rising Note

Article and Photography by As the Santa Monica International Jazz Festival makes its debut this May throughout the city, it arrives with a clear mission: to honor the legacy of jazz while spotlighting the artists shaping its future. Among them is Lakecia Benjamin, a six-time Grammy-nominated saxophonist, composer and educator, who plays with both captivating emotional force and deep intention. “My approach is very much rooted in honesty and expression,” she says. “I try to play in a way that...

Shopping

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Article and Photography by A Thoughtful Touch Shop local this Mother’s Day with a curated selection she’ll truly love Still searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Whether planning ahead or pulling something together at the last minute, the most meaningful presents are the ones that feel personal and considered. “The best Mother’s Day gifts reflect her personality, hobbies or needs,” says Jill Bronstein of Style Salon, a local service that includes closet edits and organization...