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Men Making an Impact
Meet Destin's Top Business Men Making a Difference Article by Destin City Lifestyle Magazine | Photography by Emerald Blue Photography Marc Vihnanek - 850 Froyo and Kwench Juice Cafe Marc Vihnanek, a native of Pensacola, Florida, is a driven entrepreneur and proud U.S. Army veteran. After spending nine years serving as an officer in the Army, Marc returned to the Florida Gulf Coast in 2021 and quickly planted deep roots in the Destin community. His transition from military service to...
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Fast Community with FastSigns
Veteran business owner shares the true heart of his business Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Provided When Shane Weddle went looking for a business he could call his own, he didn’t think he would land in the sign-making business. For someone with a military background and 25 years manufacturing products for defense, Shane was looking for something with a legacy of supporting military members, veterans and their families. “I didn’t know if FastSigns was going to do it for me,”...
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The Craftsman’s Code
The Man Behind Renovation Flooring and Elite Cabinet Designs Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Galina Wells Photography In an industry often driven by trends, and fast turnarounds, Mike Anderson operates on a different frequency; quiet, exacting, and unapologetically intentional. As founder of Renovation Flooring and Elite Cabinet Designs, Anderson and his wife Crissie have built successful brands, and a reputation rooted in craftsmanship, consistency, and an unwavering...
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Ladies Leadership Luncheon
A Celebration of Empowerment and Community Article by Destin City Lifestyle Magazine | Photography by Galina Wells Photography The Ladies Leadership Luncheon Organization debuts in grand style, aligning with Carmen Foster’s 40th birthday. As publisher of Destin City Lifestyle Magazine, Carmen leads this premier networking event in Destin, uniting influential women focused on business growth, collaboration, and community support. The gathering aims to empower women leaders and inspire a...
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