“It’s not just the place that matters,” says GIA Graduate Gemologist Melissa Pierce, co-owner of Pierce Custom Jewelers in Lake Mary, “it’s the people, too.”

For the past 15 years, the Lake Mary-based Squeegee Squad has been delivering squeaky-clean windows to homeowners and business owners throughout Central Florida.

You can transform your skin and transform your life thanks to Advanced Dermatology’s legacy of excellence.

You’ve worked hard for many years. You’ve been diligent about putting money into your retirement accounts. Perhaps you’ve invested in the stock market and in real estate. You’ve made some good money decisions, but as you near retirement age, you start to wonder... What comes next? 

Stefano’s Trattoria in Winter Springs is well-known in the community for its authentic homestyle Italian comfort food. But, there are two lesser-known things owner Alejandro Martínez wants you to remember about his restaurant: whether you dine in or pick up your order at Stefano’s, you will always be treated like family, and the food is always consistently delicious.

Owned by Tony and Gina Brooks, Comfort Keepers is in the business of making a real and genuine difference in the lives of seniors and their families who are navigating the elder years.

Since opening in Sanford in late 2022, Fairvilla Boutique has fully embraced its community and has been warmly welcomed in return.

At the Ladybird Academies of Oviedo and Winter Springs, parents can rest assured that their child is being well cared for in every way. As one of our community’s most trusted, prominent, and high-quality early learning education providers, Ladybird Academy encourages kids age six weeks to 12 years to learn, explore, and play in a secure and comfortable environment.

At Kiddie Academy of Longwood-Lake Mary and Kiddie Academy of Sanford-Heathrow, the educational team strives to inspire a lifetime love of learning in children.

Central Florida Equity Builders is a one-stop shop for your roof – a licensed and insured building and roofing contractor specializing in residential roof replacements, repair, maintenance, and inspection.

If the rates have increased recently on your auto and/or home insurance policies – through no fault of your own – you’re not alone. The industry is undergoing a correction amidst some insurance companies pulling out of Florida, unprecedented litigation (with 76 percent of all insurance litigation nationwide happening in Florida), and the exponential rise in the cost of claims over the past two years.

At Scenthound Oviedo, fancy haircuts are not the priority. Yes, the Scenthound team wants your dog to look good, but more importantly, they work hard to help keep your furry friend healthy.

At home, Michele Vice enjoys throwing parties for friends and family, and she excels at being a perfect host who can wow guests with everything from decorations to desserts. In fact, Michele likes hosting parties so much that now she does it at work, too.

The Pampered Peach Wax Bar of Lake Mary, which opened recently to cater to our community, seeks to elevate the body-waxing experience. Skilled waxologists at The Pampered Peach utilize a special waxing technique combined with the company’s proprietary blend of soft wax, making the waxing experience more enjoyable while taking less time.

After working in marketing and sales in the food industry for about 15 years, Julia Fasciglione was ready for a change. She and husband Ludovic, both natives of France, had met on a basketball court in Paris, and they loved staying fit and running together. So they entertained the idea of opening a gym or fitness studio someday.

To fully appreciate the accomplishments of Grace Anne Glavin, Esq., one must first understand how far she has come in the four decades she has practiced law.

Recognizing the need for a community-minded lender for residential housing, friends and colleagues Jorge Magana and Eric Coleman launched Florida Home Loans in October 2018, finding success as consumer-centric mortgage brokers.

Christian Brothers Automotive does what a lot of other auto repair shops can’t – they provide honest, trustworthy, transparent, and excellent service by expert technicians for all vehicle makes and models.

Ten years ago, Vollrath Law, a firm specializing in estate planning, family law, probate, and real estate, was established right here in Oviedo. The partners, sisters Sharon Vollrath and Stephanie Vollrath, pursued law as a career driven by their desire to assist others.

Growth – both personal and professional – is a tremendous accomplishment. The Heathrow Psychology practice has encouraged growth in many of its clients, and the expansion of the practice is an example of its own success.