Health + Wellness

Smile And Sleep Eazzzzzzzzy

When Dr. Holly Ellis opened Ellis Dental in 2009, she expected to build a traditional dental practice rooted in relationships, preventive care, and a commitment to treating every patient as an individual. She didn’t anticipate that her work would eventually expand beyond teeth and gums—and into one of the most essential, overlooked pillars of health: sleep."Sleep," says Dr. Ellis, “is one of the vital parts of our day, yet one that many people never get enough of, or get well." Dr. Ellis not...

Health + Wellness

Much To Smile About

When Dr. Holly Ellis opened Ellis Dental in 2009, three years after graduating, she wasn’t launching her dental practice. She was building a space where women in every role, from patients to providers, could feel seen, supported, and empowered.“I always knew I wanted my own business,” she said. “Even in high school, I recognized that I liked leading and building something that reflected my values.”Dentistry offered the opportunity she was looking for: science, people, art, and independence...

Life + Culture

Tiles, Tables & the Twist

Tracy Klebe and Janine Ford teach the magic of Mahjong. Article by Lucy Rogers | Photography by Heidi Drexler Stehr Tracy Klebe and Janine Ford on friendship, empty nests, ancient tiles, and why Mahjong might be the best thing women can do for their minds — and each other. At the intersection of ancient tradition and modern wellness, you’ll find Tracy Klebe and Janine Ford . These two friends turned a tearful conversation about empty nests and personal loss into Mahj with a Twist —a...

Style + Beauty

Redefining The Robe

Maison Ritual is the piece you reach for when you want ease without sacrificing style. Article by Emma Convy | Photography by Leah Sostman For as long as I can remember, I have been drawn to a beautifully tailored silhouette. There’s an unmistakable shift in posture that happens when you slip into something with structure—a clean line, a purposeful shoulder, a detail that makes you hold your head a little higher. Ten years ago, while living in the West Village in New York, I found myself...

Life + Culture

Talk of the Neighborhood

Connecting with women in our neighborhoods Article by Andrea Maddock, Realtor Janet Mcafee | Photography by Provided The Women's Exchange's Molly Amburgey, Donor Relations and Communications Coordinator (any super-funny stand-up comedian), connected shoppers with female-founded businesses at the "What's The Occasion?" event. Of course, The Women's Exchange signature desserts were served: Gooey Butter Brownies, Mint Chocolate Brownies, and Lemon Squares. Gather your girlfriends for lunch and...

Health + Wellness

Much to Smile About

Dr. Holly Ellis empowers women to have careers, families, and something to smile about. Article by Erin Kuhlmann | Photography by Carey Campbell When Dr. Holly Ellis opened Ellis Dental in 2009, three years after graduating, she wasn’t launching her dental practice. She was building a space where women in every role, from patients to providers, could feel seen, supported, and empowered. “I always knew I wanted my own business,” she said. “Even in high school, I recognized that I liked...

Life + Culture

Words Between a Mother and Daughter

Kathy Evans and her daughter, Grace, transform family memories into beautifully bound memoirs. Article by Lucy Rogers | Photography by Carey Campbell At “Write For You Life” Stories, Kathy Evans and her daughter, Grace, transform the stories of people’s lives, families, and businesses into beautifully bound memoirs. We sat down with this Kirkwood-based team to discuss the unique magic of their family partnership. Q. Describe the evolution of your business. Kathy:  I started off as an...

Health + Wellness

Hands on Healthcare

Why more women are choosing massage therapy as a healthcare career. Article by Lucy Rogers | Photography by Provided Ask a group of massage therapists why they chose this career, and one word comes up: contact. Not clinical contact — human contact. The kind that has quietly become harder to find in modern medicine. In a recent conversation with healthcare specialists at Massage Envy Sunset Hills, their stories revealed a powerful truth: massage therapy is about restoring human contact and...

Arts + Culture

The Color of Jazz

Trumpet player Dawn Weber unites the power music and art. Article by Lily R. Buehler | Photography by Scott Porter In its first five years, KPAC has a rich history of celebrating the female greats of music through the talents of local female greats like Beth Bombara, Anita Jackson, and more, as well as the music of icons like Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Ella Fitzgerald, Karen Carpenter, and Patsy Cline. One artist who returns to the Strauss stage several times a year by popular demand is...

Food + Beverage

Good Energy

Jennifer Hughey leads Goshen Coffee Roasters, a family-owned business with her sister, Julie Beard and their husbands. Article by Lucy Rogers | Photography by Goshen Coffee Roasters If you’ve ever wondered if there was a way to package good energy and spread it across the city, wonder no longer. Family-owned Goshen Coffee Roasters has done just that, with rave reviews and awards to prove it. Jennifer leads the company, and Julie and Jay Beard oversee the real estate and cafe build-out and...