For Sarah Mounadi, personal style has never been about following trends or dressing every client the same way. It is about understanding identity, building confidence and creating an image that communicates who someone is before they ever speak. Her career began organically inside her college apartment, where she helped athlete friends prepare for special events and important functions. Sarah loved fashion, knew the best stores in town and understood the unique ...
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Excellence in dentistry is often measured by credentials and clinical precision. True distinction, however, is earned through trust, consistency, and the experience patients carry with them long after they leave the chair. For Tina Ruiz, founder of Radiant Smiles Dentistry, that philosophy has shaped a practice now honored with Verified Best 2026 “Best Dentist & Dental Office Of The Year.” For Ruiz, the award is less about a title and more ...
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Pastors Matthew and Caroline Barnett’s shared vision has transformed the lives of countless individuals, making them two of the most impactful leaders in community outreach and ministry in Los Angeles. As the driving force behind The LA Dream Center they have worked tirelessly for more than two decades to offer hope, healing, and restoration to the city’s most underserved populations. Matthew’s ministry journey was shaped by his father, Pastor Tommy Barnett, ...
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In a world where innovation often outpaces execution, Dr. Violet Zahedi has created a system that brings order to the chaos. A physician, philanthropist, and serial entrepreneur, Dr. Zahedi is redefining how ideas evolve into market-shaping companies through her venture ecosystem, Xivius, a platform designed to unite execution, capital, and community under one intelligent framework. Dr. Zahedi’s foundation in medicine has profoundly influenced her entrepreneurial philosophy. “Working as a physician taught ...
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Moses Heredia’s story begins far from the boardrooms and bright lights of global enterprise. His early beginnings included diligent labor as a field worker in Hobbs, New Mexico. On his seventeenth birthday, standing at a bus station in Hobbs, New Mexico, he bought a one-way Greyhound ticket to California. Behind him, his mother stood crying. Ahead of him was uncertainty as the environment wasn't offering him a hopeful future. He recalls. ...
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Los Angeles has long been a city where culinary trends are born, but few restaurants have left a mark on the global stage quite like Katsuya. This summer, the legendary brand of Sam Nazarian's sbe reintroduces itself in grand style at Westfield Century City, unveiling a new look, a refreshed menu, and a vision that reaffirms its place as one of the most sought-after dining destinations in Los Angeles. Recognized by Deluxe ...
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There are restaurants that serve meals, and then there are restaurants that transport you. Casa Dani belongs firmly in the latter category. Imagined by sbe founder and CEO Sam Nazarian in partnership with three Michelin starred Chef Dani García, Casa Dani is more than a dining destination. It is an invitation into García’s world, his table, and his creative spirit. Casa Dani, meaning “Dani’s House,” gathers the most iconic dishes from ...
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In an industry that demands versatility and constant reinvention, Naeem Walton has emerged as a multi-talented force seamlessly blending modeling, acting, and digital influence. His journey is one of discipline, adaptability, and an unshakable sense of self. Whether commanding attention on the runway or delivering compelling performances on screen, Walton is proving that success is about more than just talent—it’s about presence, resilience, and authenticity. For Walton, the worlds of modeling ...
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Quinton Coleman, discovered by Barbizon modeling and acting in NY, undoubtedly radiates star quality. He was chosen from the top 1% at the International Model and Talent Association, winning 9 medals and a full scholarship to the New York Performing Arts Academy. Despite offers from multiple performing arts schools, Quinton focused on jumpstarting his acting career and signing with one of the many agencies on his callback list, to hone ...
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Mikalah Gordon, a Las Vegas native, is a multi-hyphenate talent—the stunning beauty can be listed as a Singer, Comedienne, Radio Host, and now, Podcast Creator on her roster of career accomplishments. Her talents span the entertainment capital, with residencies at Delilah at the Wynn on Friday nights starting at 9 pm and the Nowhere Lounge at Fontainebleau Hotel Tuesday through Thursday starting at 8 pm. In addition, she can be ...
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Five Questions: Fashion designer, Ethan Willhouse introduces a worldwide movement through Professionally Lost photographed by Veronica Sams. 1 Inspiration for the brand? Build a community. Unite us all. Open minds. Make a positive impact on how people see the world and life. Be there for those who feel lost. No one should journey alone. Let's change the idea of being lost. It's okay not to have all the answers or feel happiness all the ...
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Hailing from the vibrant valley of Los Angeles, California, Trevan McClure, better known by his stage name, TREVAN, is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer. His musical journey is marked by boundless creativity, tenacity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The son of a musical father and an artistic mother, Trevan was destined for a life in the arts. In fact, he was born to one of his dad’s songs (The Charlie ...
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