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We See You, Sis: Joi McAtee

Joi McAtee is the project manager at Lean Into Louisville. She runs a weekly book club where participants have frank conversations about race. For more details, contact Joi at Joi.McAtee@louisvilleky.gov. She Wants to Create Racial Harmony SPONSORED BY Lean Into Louisville By Tiffany White | Photo by Mary Helen Nunn For some, having candid discussions about race can be uncomfortable – especially in light of recent and pervasive racial tensions. But Joi McAtee, project manager with Lean Into Louisville, is teaching people how to start the conversation and be part of the solution in [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-06-01T15:19:47-04:00June 1, 2022|Sponsored Sis, We See You Sis|

We See You, Sis: Catalina Ibarra

Catalina’s program, El Poder de la Informacion, airs on Saturdays from 1-3pm on WLRS PODER. You can also listen to her Monday thru Friday from 1-3pm. Changing Lives Through the Airwaves: Catalina Ibarra had aspirations of becoming a sports broadcaster, but when fate moved her in a different direction, she found her true calling. By Nailah Spencer | Photo by Kylene White Catalina Ibarra is a master at juggling – jobs that is. Born in Mexico but a native of Chicago, Catalina works as a broadcaster on WLRS Poder radio where she provides [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-05-02T13:10:27-04:00May 9, 2022|Editorial Sis, We See You Sis|

We See You, Sis: Deanna Hornbback

Deanna Hornback, founder of St. Bernadette Diaper Bank, says lack of access to diapers disproportionately affects Black and brown families. She's Giving Babies a Chance to Thrive SPONSORED BY Lean Into Louisville By Tonilyn Hornung | Photo by Mary Helen Nunn Deanna Hornback is changing the world for the better — one diaper change at a time. The founder of St. Bernadette Diaper Bank, Deanna is committed to relieving the burden of diaper need in the Louisville area. As a mom, Deanna knows firsthand the importance of regular diaper changes for babies and toddlers, so [...]

By Branden Barker|2022-04-28T12:54:14-04:00May 1, 2022|Sponsored Sis, We See You Sis|

We See You, Sis: Selena Jones

Establishing an authentic connection with her clients is a priority for Selena Jones NMLS 1154482, a loan officer with TBF Mortgage Company NMLS 1934540, Equal Housing Lender. She Makes The Home-Buying Process Easier SPONSORED BY TBF Mortgage Company By Tonilyn Hornung | Photo by Mary Helen Nunn When your life’s calling aligns with your chosen career, passion and purpose are there to lead your way to new heights. Selena Jones, a loan officer with the TBF Mortgage Company, has found this inspired purpose in a profession she cherishes. For nearly nine years, Selena has been making dreams come [...]

By Branden Barker|2022-04-28T15:29:05-04:00May 1, 2022|Sponsored Sis, We See You Sis|

We See You, Sis: Beverly Edwards

Beverly Edwards, president of Episcopal Retirement Services, says caring for her grandparents as a child became the inspiration behind her career choice. Beverly Edwards Finds Joy In Caring For Others SPONSORED BY Episcopal Retirement Services By Tonilyn Hornung | Photo by Mary Helen Nunn When destiny called, Beverly, who is vice president of residential healthcare at Episcopal Retirement Services, answered. Originally from Jackson, Mississippi, Beverly attended Jackson State University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration. Beverly later received her Executive Masters of Business Administration from Sullivan University in Louisville, Kentucky. Beverly’s career [...]

By Branden Barker|2022-04-28T15:17:11-04:00May 1, 2022|Sponsored Sis, We See You Sis|

We See You, Sis: Liduvina Portillo

Liduvina Portillo, Norton Community Medical Associates-La Clinica Preston Family Nurse Practitioner: “We saw a lot of patients who didn’t have insurance and who came from other countries with a lot of language barriers. I saw the need for providers who speak Spanish.” She Gives Patients Peace of Mind - Through creating authentic connections, Liduvina Portillo is making it easier for Spanish-speaking clients to get the care they need. By Carrie Vittitoe | Photo by Kylene White Liduvina was a licensed practical nurse at Park Duvalle Community Health Center who decided to become a [...]

By Sara Jessick|2022-04-11T13:24:37-04:00April 14, 2022|Editorial Sis, We See You Sis|