THE NEW FACE OF REAL ESTATE
SANDRA BUTLER
Sandra Butler is the consummate Real Estate Professional whose unique and authentic approach to client service distinguishes her as an asset who always does right by her clients. She devotes herself to providing an unparalleled top-notch experience, one that leaves a lasting impression not just for her enviable expertise but also for her amazing ability to deliver stellar results.
Sandra epitomizes hard work, integrity, and creativity in every facet of a real estate transaction. With a passion for education, transparency, and honesty, Sandra specializes in guiding and representing her clients throughout their respective journeys of homeownership and especially first-time buyers. She prides herself on giving them hope and that key buying edge by presenting them with a wide range of options that meet their lifestyle and budget requirements in the neighborhoods they desire.
Sandra also focuses on providing luxury concierge listing services with her vast knowledge of the luxury market, proven marketing tactics, and her very aggressive negotiation skills making her the right choice. From full property exposure to qualified clients and leveraging online and offline strategies, she endeavors to create visibility and a market for the property at hand.
When working with both buyers and sellers, the most rewarding part is when they become friends! Real estate has enabled Sandra to take control of her life thanks to the flexibility that the profession affords.
Being a single working mom, she recognizes the impact that real estate has on families in securing financial independence and as an entrepreneur, she strives to help many others secure generational wealth and rewrite their life stories. Her perseverance, resilience, and dedication complement her delightful personality as she continually makes each and every client feel like a VIP client. Sandra ‘s favorite pastimes include spending quality time with family and snuggling with her fur-baby Sebastian, international travel, and decorating.
LISA JAROSCAK
THE LUXURY WEDDING CONCIERGE THAT BEAUTIFULLY CURATES UNIQUE WEDDINGS THAT HAVE MADE HER ONE OF THE MOST SOUGHT-AFTER PLANNERS IN THE WORLD!
She Has Designed More Than 150 Weddings Across The Globe
from Intimate Upscale Affairs to Multi-Day Celebrations
For Lisa Jaroscak, designing the perfect wedding is a matter of collaboration, confidence and strategy. Since 2014, Jaroscak has created more than 150 bespoke wedding experiences for couples around the world from chic high-end events in Chicago to multi-day Indian weddings abroad. As her client roster grew and experience deepened, she started her own wedding event company - Elegante Weddings and Events - which is known for their concierge level of service that ensures a frictionless experience for clients.
Elegante Weddings and Events thoughtfully and intentionally approaches every part of the wedding day cycle, beginning in the planning process with production design, continuing through to vendor selection and executing on site the day of the wedding, as well as coordinating post-celebration details.
In 2011, Jaroscak started her career working high-profile hospitality events across the globe, before moving to Italy where she immersed herself in European language and culture before returning to Chicago to create the immensely popular Shore Club restaurant and event space.
A romantic with a passion for creating luxurious and meaningful events, Jaroscak planned her first wedding in 2014 and expanded internationally coordinating her first overseas lavish affair in Italy in 2017. Since then, Jaroscak has focused on growing Elegante Wedding and Event - a luxury bespoke wedding concierge service that works with couples to create the wedding day of their dreams.
“To design the perfect wedding, you have to work with couples to identify the white space between their shared dreams and aspirations,” said Lisa Jaroscak, owner, Elegenate Weddings and Events. “Planning a wedding can be one of the most stressful experiences to coordinate and our goal is to remove the stress of planning for our clients through our hands on concierge service to ensure they have the confidence to enjoy every aspect of the wedding process.”
Elegante Wedding and Events executes events both domestically and internationally and offers various planning tiers to meet various needs of their luxury clientele. Planning tiers include:
Destination Wedding - start to finish handling every aspect of the international event, including travel to and from the destination and on-site transportation for all guests.
Full Planning - collaboration throughout the full cycle of the planning, day-of and post celebration needs
Partial Planning - assistance with specific needs, including vendor management
Day of Execution - on-site assistance to ensure a smooth experience on the big day
Jaroscak finds her cliente is often city-dwelling couples in their late 20s and 30s looking for an unforgettable bespoke event that will create meaningful memories for themselves, their families and their guests. It’s a responsibility she doesn’t take lightly.
“I’m passionate about designing one-of-kind events that honor my clients and their love story,” said Jaroscak, “everyone’s love story is different and I love finding ways to create fairytale moments and ceremonies that honor the beautiful commitment that the day represents.”
Jaroscak is available to discuss current trends on the international and national wedding planning scene, the value of working with a wedding concierge service, misconceptions about the wedding planning process and big day faux pas you’ll want to be sure to avoid. Elegante Weddings and Events is currently accepting new clients.
For more information on elegant , please visit www.EleganteWeddingsAndEvents.com.
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FUNKY MATAS: MEET THE TATTOOED MILLENNIAL AVANTE-GARDE DISRUPTOR THAT ISREDEFINING THE ART OF PHILANTHROPY
The F8 Club Founder, Guinness World Record Holder and Former Time Person of the Year Charitable Efforts are Crowdsourced Collaborations
Jorge “Funky” Matas may be best known to the general public as the Guiness World Record Holder for “Most Signatures Tattooed On One’s Back,” most recently adding Floyd Mayweather to his collection of close to 250 celebrity autographs, but to his community of loyal fans, he’s the Concierge of Charitable Acts. After surviving a near-fatal motorcycle accident, Funky dedicated his life to happiness and giving back to other people, which has fueled a movement of followers committed to the same goal.
Funky has leveraged his influence to redefine the millennial philanthropist, engaging with his more than 2.4 million social media followers to determine where - and how - his next avant garde charitable act goes down. In June, Funky and his team will head to Gambia, where they will help build a school with profits from their NFT project.
With a deep desire to not just write a check - but put boots on the ground and create a memorable, holistic experience that makes a meaningful impact in the communities he visits. His most recognizable endeavors include his Gambia activation, his mall money giveaway and recently surprising the Salvation Army with 21 thousand bottles of water.
He connects with his most loyal fans through his NFT project, The F8 Club. The invites to join the club in the initial ‘Wave Zero’ offering sold out almost immediately. The community-driven, exclusive club crowdsources philanthropic projects for Funky’s next adventure. The F8 Club plans to strategically expand membership as demand continues to grow. Many celebrities have joined the F8 Club excitement such as Ryan Tedder, Snoop Dogg, Brandon Novak, Lil Baby, Brett Phillips and more.
For more information on Funky Matas, please visit www.FunkyMatas.com. Fans can follow along on Funky’s adventures on Instagram via his personal @FunkyMatas and The F8 Club @TheF8Club channels.
CARIS SPORTS FOUNDATION WILL HOST 2ND ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT IN PHOENIX AT THE BILTMORE
Caris Sports Foundation, the philanthropic initiative that brings awareness to both the benefits that playing team sports bring to a child’s life - as well as the socioeconomic barriers that prevent youth participation, is hosting the organization’s 2nd Annual Caris Sports Foundation Golf Tournament at the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club in Phoenix on Friday, April 22, 2022.
The foundation was formed by four women who understand the value and wide-ranging benefits of team sports and includes Raquel McNabb, wife of 6x NFL Pro-Bowler and NFL commentator, Donovan McNabb. Those interested in participating in or sponsoring the event are welcomed to visit www.CarisSportsFoundation.org for more information.
“I was fortunate to be able to play both club and competitive sports throughout my youth and it changed the trajectory of my life,” said Donovan McNabb, Ambassador for Caris Sports Foundation. "This inaugural golf event couldn’t come at a better time - Arizonans love their golf, and this event will give people a chance to safely connect, play sports and have some fun while raising money for a great cause.”
Formed in 2019, Caris Sports Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that gives young people the opportunity to participate in organized sports by providing financial aid that removes financial obstacles that typically keep children on the sidelines.
Studies have shown children who participate in sports are more likely to attend and graduate from college, earn more in their careers, and avoid drugs and criminal activity. Caris Sports Foundation’s purpose is to level the playing field and directly address this disparity by removing financial considerations that often preclude families from lower income backgrounds from participating in organized sports.
Caris Sports Foundation financial aid opportunities are currently open to full-time students in grades K-12 that are Arizona residents.
For more information onCaris Sports Foundation, the golf tournament, or to apply for financial aid, please visit CarisSportsFoundations.org.
Host of the Curated Kitchen on Talkshoplive shares her Journey and her love for cooking
What brought you on this journey?
Since I was a little girl I loved to take out my wooden spoon and apron and cook along side my parents who were always hosting gatherings. My love of food, music, decorating, crafting and home entertaining led me to become a party planner. I love all things Festive! Just before the pandemic I started creating DIY party kits including party food starters to make it easy and affordable to throw a super cute event!
How do you want to inspire others through cooking?
Family mealtime is quickly becoming a lost tradition in our society. I hope to revive it by sharing my family recipes using fresh ingredients and fabulous flavors to make fun, delicious, meals that are nourishing and memorable.
Does your family like to join in?
Oh my gosh yes they love to join in part of our time as a family is spent testing recipes and sitting around the table eating and being thankful that we get to be together!
Whats your favorite dish to create?
It is so hard to choose one but I love creating interactive dishes like the Mashtini also known as a mashed potato bar where guests can create their perfect Mashtini based on their flavor preferences.
Favorite themed party to create.
My favorite themed party would be tropical themed! I love vibrant colors, beautiful florals, tropical flavors and anything with a tiny umbrella! The relaxed beach vibes and fun music seems to bring out the happy in people! I especially love the transition from day into night because you can add atmosphere with candlelight, tiki torches or market lights!
What has been your biggest challenge And all of this?
Bringing all of the brands that I have been developing into a cohesive package! Each one has a distinct personality and purpose and I want to make sure that I capture that!
What advice would you give to others who are wanting to enter the cooking and curating space?
Find what you are passionate about and start do not wait for it to be the perfect time. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes it’s part of the process. Do not let the word no discourage you from following your dreams. Know that not everyone will understand or support or your vision but stay steadfast anyway!
What's next for you?
I am working on a cookbook and launching new products for Nosh & Sip & Downhome Deliciousness that will be sold on talkshop.live and the Curated Kitchen & Home Store
Where can people find you?
You can find my store The Curated Kitchen & Home on Instagram on IOS & Android App Stores and for food and recipe inspiration @CookingMealsWithTheNeils on Instagram or www.talkshop.live/channels/thecuratedkitchenhome
Anything else you want to mention?
We are a retired military family and I am a mom with children on the Autism spectrum. Our family has a tower garden business called Easy Fresh Garden where we focus on spreading the message of sustainable agriculture!
NBA player, Taurean Prince and Mayor Jacob Frey teamed up to inspire local youth through reading.
TAUREAN PRINCE
By Catherine Aurora Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club in Minneapolis were surprised by a big visit from Timberwolves player Taurean Prince, and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for National Read Across America day on March 2nd.
Taurean Prince, power forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves, joined Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey at the Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club of the Twin Cities. Both Prince and Mayor Frey read their favorite books to the kids at the Club, Afterwards they joined some of the kids on the new basketball court, recently donated by the Timberwolves foundation and U.S Bank. Each child was able to take home three books each, thanks to the Sydney Paige Foundation's generous donation through Disney and Good 360.
This event was a unique opportunity for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities youth in the North Minneapolis neighborhood to hear from a few of their inspiring local leaders and celebrate National Read Across America Day. Along with the Sydney Paige Foundation, whose mission is to help students reach their full potential, will be providing THREE books for each youth to take home so they can continue indulging in the joys of reading in their own safe space. This is part of an ongoing effort for BGCTC youth to further connect with figureheads in their community. The donation has been made possible through the Sydney Paige Foundation, an in-kind donation from Good360, the global leader in product philanthropy and purposeful giving, and charitable contribution from Realize CPA
About the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities:
The Clubs represent more than 80 years of service to youth. Dedicated staff at ten metro-area locations and a rural environmental education center provide activities and support to more than 9,000 young people from kindergarten through high school graduation. Club sites are placed in targeted neighborhoods where the need is greatest. For more information, visit www.boysandgirls.org.
About Sydney Paige Foundation
Founded in 2018, Sydney Paige Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers underserved students with a sense of confidence and self worth by providing them with the tools they need to learn and thrive in school, and in life. With underwriting from corporations, foundations and other donors, Sydney Paige partners with schools and community-based nonprofits nationwide to provide high-quality, kid-approved backpacks, grade-appropriate school supplies, and new books. To date, Sydney Paige has served more than 140,000 students and donated over 50,000 books, 86,000 backpacks and 1.7 million individual school supplies. For more information, including how to become a Sydney Paige partner, please visit www.sydneypaige.org and follow them on Instagram and Facebook.
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Talkshoplive® Set to Save Holiday Season for Shoppers and Small Businesses
Live Streaming, Social Selling Platform Features Hundreds of Small Businesses to Streamline Shopping to Find the Perfect Holiday Gifts Shipped Directly to Your Door
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is here and social selling platform talkshoplive® is helping customers check off their shopping lists while supporting small businesses at the same time. The live streaming, social selling platform allows customers to shop directly for hundreds of products from small businesses - and celebrities - from the convenience of their phones.
With talkshoplive, buying and selling has never been more interactive or entertaining. Consumers can browse channels ranging in topics from health and wellness to beauty, collectibles to cooking and more, to discover new products and purchase directly on the platform or right from the video from anywhere the shoppable shows are viewed.
In addition to streamlining holiday shopping for consumers, TSL is a valuable tool for sellers. To participate, sellers simply download the talkshoplive Shopify app and create an account to go live almost immediately. The Shopify integration provides a turnkey process for small businesses to enable live streams from anywhere, with a real-time sync of products with sales occuring within their existing Shopify shops.Sellers on talkshoplive pay a small fee through TSL’s commission model that is based on sales processed through the platform. There is no cost or sign-up fees for businesses to participate on talkshoplive.
“Talkshoplive has provided a valuable life line for small businesses to connect with their audiences and stay afloat in a tumultuous time. As consumers return to spending at higher levels in advance of the holiday season, we’re thrilled to be a one-stop shop that aids customers in product exploration while enhancing the traditional online shopping experience to include an interactive element and easy purchasing solution to streamline holiday shopping, said Tina Moore, Co-Founder of talkshoplive.
Talkshoplive is preparing for a jam-packed and thrilling holiday season. Between now and the end of the year, the company is focused on being the number one destination for interactive holiday shopping, with plans for product packages, surprise programming and more, it's the one-stop shop for all your holiday needs.
Since its inception, TSL has become the go-to place for businesses and celebrities to share news about their projects, connect directly with their fans and sell products through livestreams, including personalities such as: Oprah Winfrey, Dolly Parton, Kristin Cavallari, Jamie Foxx and more. talkshoplive entertainment and publishing partners include ReaderLink, Harper Collins, Penguin Random House, Simon & Schuster, Macmillan, Universal Music Group and Ingram Entertainment.
Recently, TSL launched talkshoplive Local, a series of channels and shows that feature local entrepreneurs in Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Houston with more channels regularly being added. Led by a team of editors, these channels are a curated look at the best products, services, gifts and experiences that local communities have to offer, providing the opportunity to shop local.
Founded in 2018 by brother and sister team Bryan and Tina Moore, talkshoplive is a livestream commerce network and iOS sellers’ app with patent pending technology that allows transactions to be processed within an embeddable video player anywhere it exists. talkshoplive is home to thousands of small businesses that are actively using the talkshoplive network to connect with and sell to customers.
For more information on talkshoplive or to discuss the landscape of holiday ecommerce with its founders and local editors, please contact Cathy@CathyCardenas.com. Those looking to sell or buy products can visit www.talkshop.live.
About talkshoplive®
With talkshoplive®, buying and selling has never been more interactive or entertaining. talkshoplive® is the leading livestream commerce network and distribution vehicle with a patent pending embeddable video player containing sales execution, allowing transactions to be processed within the video player anywhere it exists. The network and iOS Sellers’ app offer a full range of services for both buyers and sellers - from live show creation to order processing, to ease of shipping and payouts.