Passions

By Brigid Morrissey If you think that a woman can’t thrive in the field of construction, you’re wrong. Just ask Cynthia Torp. “There have been several instances, at least in the beginning, where I would be sitting in a construction meeting, and the men in the room would try and explain things to me, but I didn’t need them to explain; I understood everything. It’s always a little harder as a woman, especially in my generation.”My generation. As in the generation of empowered women who forged a path so millennials like this writer can have [...]

By Brigid Morrissey Amy Jo Goforth (left) and Carrie Ann Foster merged their talents to create Merci Bouquet. Photos by Patti Hartog  Carrie Ann Foster and her business partner, Amy Jo Goforth, give a new meaning to one-stop-shop. But Wal-Mart employees need not worry, the partners’ specialty is in weddings. Their friendship blossomed after meeting through various social circles. Amy has 15 years of experience as a floral designer, plus a connection to the wedding industry. Carrie Ann has as much artistic experience as a graphic designer. With encouragement from Carrie Ann’s mother, the duo decided [...]