Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The 65th Art: Neeta Mittal and the Transformative Story of LXV Wines

By: Tabnie Dozier In the golden, rolling hills of Paso Robles, California—where vineyards stretch like brushstrokes across the land, Neeta Mittal is planting and growing her legacy. As one of the first Indian women to own a winery in the United States, Neeta is not simply producing wine; she is sharing a story. Her winery, LXV Wines, is inspired by the ancient Indian concept of the 64 arts—cultural skills that traditionally defined a worldly, expressive, and thoughtful life. At LXV, Mittal believes the 65th art is the one we each write for ourselves. And for [...]

By Storytelling|2025-11-17T21:06:52-05:00November 11, 2025|Digital Exclusives, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Featured, Gifts, Passions, We See You Sis|

Leading from the Ground Up: How Sydney McClure is Uniting Kentucky for Change

By Chris James When Sydney McClure talks about Kentucky, her voice carries both warmth and urgency. As the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Unite Kentucky, she represents a new wave of leadership—one rooted in community, compassion, and action. From Brand Strategy to Grassroots Leadership McClure’s journey didn’t begin in politics. “I was actually a government contractor,” she recalls with a laugh. “Public sector consulting, if we want to be fancy about it. I’m a project manager type and I really liked that aspect of my job, but I wanted more creativity.” Her desire for [...]

By Storytelling|2025-11-05T14:44:43-05:00November 5, 2025|Community & Sisterhood, Digital Exclusives, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Uncategorized|

Empowering Women, Building Community: How One Reno Woman Turned Connection into a National Movement

By Chris James When Hindi Marciniak moved to Reno, Nevada, she didn’t know anyone. What she did know was that she wanted to make meaningful connections — and in doing so, she sparked a movement that is transforming how women-owned businesses connect, collaborate, and thrive nationwide. “I’ve always worked a nine-to-five,” Marciniak said. “Last year, I decided I wanted to start a little side business that had to do with parties. I went to Facebook looking for a women-owned business group here in Reno — and I couldn’t find one. So, I decided [...]

By Storytelling|2025-10-07T12:45:15-04:00October 7, 2025|Career, Community & Sisterhood, Digital Exclusives, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Featured, Ladies Who Launch, Money & Career|

Finding Harmony: How JCPS Choir Director Talor Byrd Builds Community Through Music and Love

By Chris James At Fern Creek High School, the sound of voices lifting in unison is more than music—it’s healing. It’s hope. At the center of it all stands Talor Byrd, Director of Choral Activities, whose purpose is as clear as the notes her students sing. “The music’s great, but the kids are the priority. I just want them to have as many high-quality experiences as possible,” she said. The Starting Point Byrd’s journey into education began not with a single moment, but with a series of transformative ones. Growing up in Louisville, [...]

By Storytelling|2025-10-07T11:14:28-04:00October 6, 2025|Career, Community, Digital Exclusives, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Featured, Giving Back, Money & Career, We See You Sis|

Ice Cream Oasis: Best Friends dish out immersive experience with the Roll Academy in Tennessee

Photo credit: Minnie Morklithavong By: Jerry Shannon A pair of best friends are turning their love for ice cream into scoops of adventure, success, and empowerment. Nashville, Tennessee is home to the one and only Thai-inspired rolled ice cream food truck experience in Music City. The truck travels around Middle Tennessee bringing flair to all types of events including birthdays, corporate events, private parties, etc. You may even catch them setting up shop at a local park. The two women behind the unique experience are also giving ice-cream lovers a chance [...]

By Storytelling|2025-10-07T00:38:32-04:00October 6, 2025|Career, Digital Exclusives, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Food, Ladies Who Launch|

We See You, Sis: Tahjená Muldrow– Where Purpose Meets Performance

Photo Courtesy: Kevin Jay Photography By Zoe Meyer Tahjená Muldrow has never fit into one box. Singer, dancer, actor, choreographer, writer, and teacher—her artistry defies labels, though she ties them all together with a single thread: purpose. She describes herself as a “purpose-driven, multifaceted creative,” equipped with gifts that allow her to explore artistry in many forms. Singing, dancing, writing, teaching—each, she said, springs from creativity itself. “As humans, we are divinely designed to create.” Destined for the Spotlight Born in Bowling Green and raised in Louisville, Muldrow seemed destined for [...]

By Storytelling|2025-09-15T16:51:39-04:00September 14, 2025|Artisans, Career, Digital Exclusives, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Editorial Sis, Featured, Money & Career, Today's Woman Now, We See You Sis|

The 65th Art: Neeta Mittal and the Transformative Story of LXV Wines

Leading from the Ground Up: How Sydney McClure is Uniting Kentucky for Change

Empowering Women, Building Community: How One Reno Woman Turned Connection into a National Movement

Finding Harmony: How JCPS Choir Director Talor Byrd Builds Community Through Music and Love

Ice Cream Oasis: Best Friends dish out immersive experience with the Roll Academy in Tennessee

We See You, Sis: Tahjená Muldrow– Where Purpose Meets Performance

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