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Empowerment Series: Award-Winning 4th Generation Argentine Vintner, Biologist, Physician, Author & Managing Director of Catena Zapata, Owner of Luca and La Posta Wines, Dr. Laura Catena Shares Journey to Wine with AW

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If you have an appreciation for wine or enjoy a good story then this one is for you. Catena Zapata is the oldest Argentine family winery, founded in 1902. Their wines have more 100-point wine ratings than any other wine in South America. In 2023, Catena Wines was selected as the #1 World’s Best Vineyard. […]

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Empowerment Series: BET, Tyler Perry’s, “Sistas” Actress – Novi Brown Shares Sisterhood and Commitment with AW

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Tyler Perry‘s BET series “Sistas” follows a group of four women, as they find themselves and love while going through a series of ups and downs in relationships. Despite the ongoing merry-go-round of emotions, they survive personal ordeals by leaning on their circle of friendship. In a recent storyline for the show, Novi Brown’s character, […]

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Empowerment Series: Afro-Latina Actress, Writer, Filmmaker, and Podcast Host, Grasie Mercedes Shares “Grand Crew” with AW

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Grasie Mercedes had a successful career as a fashion stylist and beauty blogger before moving on to be a Producer at MTV Networks. The work behind the scenes was only the beginning of her journey in the entertainment industry. The Writer, Filmmaker, and Actress is an uber-talented Afro-Latina with film credits that include A CoVid […]

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Empowerment Series: Founder & CEO of Rizos Curls, Julissa Prado Shares her Entrepreneurial Spirit with AW

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In 2020, Julissa Prado was named the newest winner of Beacon Awards Entrepreneur of the Year, as announced by Indie Beauty Media Group (IBMG), publisher of Beauty Independent (BI). Rizos Curls Hydrating Shampoo & Deep Conditioner made Allure’s 2023 Best of Beauty Award list of winners. The dreams have gotten bigger and it’s founder continues to […]

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Did Jennifer Lopez’s” Hustlers” Empower or Vilify Women?

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In 2019, we watched Jennifer Lopez’ “Hustlers,” a film inspired by the true story of Roselyn Keo and Samantha Barbash’s plot to rip off well-to-do Wall Street guys during the downturn of the market over a decade ago. In 2007 a global financial crisis brought the profitable industry to its knees. It influenced many to […]

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5 Quotes to Inspire You

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Quotes are powerful and used by millions to inspire greatness, healing, and change. Words have a purpose, they can empower, inspire, encourage, improve mood, or lift spirits when despair and disappointment take hold of our hearts. Part of the beauty of a citation is its staying power. These live, well beyond the time written and […]

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Empowerment Series: “With Love,” “Righteous Thieves,” Grey’s Anatomy, The Baker and the Beauty & Being Mary Jane – Actress, Lisa Vidal Shares with AW how She is Living Her Best Life

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Lisa Vidal is well-known for playing strong characters in television series such as Chicago PD, Southland, Rosewood, Boston Legal, The Division, ER, and Third Watch. She has also been seen in films, among them Star Trek and Mighty Aphrodite.  The first time I saw Lisa in action was in 1994’s coming-of-age film, “I Like It Like […]

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Empowerment Series: Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Zentap, Sormeh Attarzadeh Shares Bold Career Move with AW

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Many people take on jobs to fulfill financial responsibilities, not necessarily satisfy a passion. Sometimes, we choose careers to meet expectations, instead of going in the direction of our dreams. Why do we make such decisions? It may be that playing it safe or following a plan offers more stability. Going off-script not only takes […]

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