People
Aces
Meet the people who are shaping the future of business with every handshake, transaction and bottom line. The passion, attitude, outlook and savvy they all share has yielded an ingrained need to succeed no matter what the consequences. These inspirational visionaries are some of the top leaders of today and tomorrow who will inspire, motivate and in many cases complement the very goals that keep you going. After all, business is all about who you know, isn’t it?
Multi-tasker
Belinda Elkaim wasn’t happy with starting just one business. In fact, this modern Renaissance woman expresses her creativity through no less than an impressive series of self-made brands, all uniquely different and all stamped with her signature style
Waterfront Art
With the Miami River Art Fair, Nina Torres brings a resounding voice for art to the heart of Brickell…and plenty of options for how you experience it and get there.
BAR HUMOR
If you’re looking for a side of hilarity as you sip on your drink of choice, you might want to pay Haran S. Cantor a visit while he’s tending bar. This local boy has a wit-laced solution for just about any conundrum and he’s always ready to spill a joke or two with every pour.
…And Justice for All
Famed Trial Attorney Roy Black, Senior Partner at Black, Srebnick, Kornspan & Stumpf, P.A., is at the top of his game in more ways than one. Despite the fact that his Downtown Miami-based firm is abuzz with lawyers working tirelessly on some of the biggest cases in the country, he still manages to remain humble, down-to-earth and ready for his next challenge while making sure his clients are protected — no matter how difficult the battle.
The REAL DEAL
A few of The Magic City’s top realtors share their insights on the state of the market and what selling homes means to them, with a couple of real estate trend predictions for the new year mixed in.
Enticing Sips
For Zuma’s J.P. Calabria, mixology isn’t just a job — it’s a passion that helps all of the patrons who visit his bar have a good, tasty time day and night.
Upward Build
Architect Jonathan Cardello and his team at ADD Inc., Miami have turned tough times into a recipe for success, thanks to great teamwork, commitment to excellence and a sense of fun
Hot Stuff
At Mario The Baker, Daniel Siragusa carries on the family tradition of creating mouthwateringly good Italian-style cuisine right in the heart of The Magic City.
Bombshell Maker
Photographer Janette Valentine pays tribute to the pin-ups of yesteryear with her uber-stylish images that meld fashion and glamour with imagination.
REAL ESTATE ROYALTY
To say that Alicia Cervera, Sr., of Cervera Real Estate is the matriarch of The Magic City’s now-booming real estate market would be a bit of an understatement. The daughter of a high-profile ambassador and a self-made developer, Alicia left Cuba at the onset of The Revolution only to arrive in the U.S. with nothing. Her riches-to-rags-to-riches journey is not only inspiring, it’s one of Miami’s greatest success stories.
MAGIC MEN
We teamed up with Switchboard of Miami’s Women’s Leadership Council to auction off some of South Florida’s most eligible bachelors on Feb. 12th at Conrad Miami. These guys run the gamut from CEOs and entrepreneurs to lawyers, bankers, realtors, national heroes and every profession in between. Although their stories, style, tastes and experiences are varied, the one thing they all have in common is that they’re single and ready to mingle. Flip the page to meet a few guys you should have on your radar whether you’re looking for love or some new successful contacts in the city.
SIP CHAMP
Giovanni J. Cansino is a popular bartender at one of the area’s newest hotspots who believes a drink says a lot about the person ordering it — and even more about the bartender serving it up.
Romance Gurus
Chana & Michael Rosenfeld found true love with one another — but rather than sit back and enjoy it, they’re determined to share their secrets to success with the world thanks to a new academy they’ve launched in town.
Hit Maker
Freddie Colloca has won serious acclaim for his catchy tunes, but it’s the unyielding passion he has for his audiences that keeps him coming back.
Beautiful Experience
Christian Varas offers a full gamut of beauty consulting and services at House Of Glam, and in the most personalized way imaginable: one-on-one.
Palate Pleasers
For the chefs you’re about to meet, passion, creativity, vision and style combined with an ingrained love of — and respect for — good food whether it’s modern or traditional fare.
Getting Cheesy
With his Ms. Cheezious food truck, Brian Mullins satisfies the city’s mobile comfort food cravings — one bite at a time.
Taste Maker
First impressions aren’t just for people. They’re also key when it comes to dinner. Food Stylist Rebecca Martin makes sure local businesses put their best tastes forward.
Exotic Flavor
At Mango’s Tropical Café, Antonio Laracuente helps millions each year have the time of their lives.
Serious Sips
If you haven’t stopped into Graziano’s lately, you may want to make the trip just so you can meet Ciro Diaz, a savvy, energetic bartender who knows exactly what you need to have a good time and a memorable experience no matter what time you drop by.
Aces
Meet the people who are shaping the future of business with every handshake, transaction and bottom line. The passion, attitude, outlook and savvy they all share has yielded an ingrained need to succeed no matter what the consequences. These inspirational visionaries are some of the top leaders of today and tomorrow who will inspire, motivate and in many cases complement the very goals that keep you going. After all, business is all about who you know, isn’t it?
Caring Approach
Vivian Rodriguez of Walk With Vivian goes the extra mile to make sure your pets feel right at home when you’re away — no matter how many miles away you are from your furry friends.
Music Lover
Keith Clarke’s love for jazz has lead him to share his passion with city residents in a truly extraordinary way that at once changes lives and inspires.
Ring Master
Susan Danis brings a passionate love for the arts to her work as the Florida Grand Opera’s new CEO.
Global Vibe
Stylist David Luke Youse brings a unique perspective to his work at Waxmee Salon & Spa, thanks to his experience working in various continents.
Miami’s Manhattan
The Intercontinental Miami has long been a popular spot to drop by to unwind after a hectic day at the office. Now there’s another reason to visit: The bar at Toro Toro, the new Pan Latin restaurant featuring vivacious bartender Joey Scorza.
The 2012 Top 20 Professionals Under Forty
We scoured The Magic City to bring you what we deem to be the next generation of business leaders at the tip of The Sunshine State. These young professionals represent a variety of industries and excel at their respective crafts with superior sophistication and their own unique blend of style and savvy. All have managed to seamlessly balance their careers with their personal lives while continuously giving back to the community that has helped mold them into who they are. Without further ado, flip this page to meet this year’s Top 20 Under Forty.
New Frontier
With OhMyGosh Alternative Medicine, Candice Frederick is bravely forging new territory in the fight against a range of ailments.
Pop Design
When it comes to his masterpieces, Artist David Peterson draws his inspiration from some surprising sources.
Aesthetically Pleasing
From hair to nails to makeup and everything in between, these salon and spa professionals are sure to make you look your best all year round.
SHAPE SHIFTERS
If you’re looking to take your physical fitness to the next level, these South Florida wellness experts will help you achieve the best version of yourself possible — as long as you’re willing to put in the time and effort it takes to yield greatness.
Beauty Makers
Next time you look in the mirror, you might want to keep these professionals of perfection in mind. Their skills, expertise and reputation will help you achieve just about anything you want to improve upon inside and out.
SULTRY FIT
In the Upper Eastside of Miami — in an area known as the MiMo District — you’ll find one very out-of-the-ordinary gym owned and run by a couple of sassy and enterprising ladies.
Soulful Sounds
With an achy chocolate-dipped fervent voice and the long, dark hair required to be a bonafide Roots-Rock troubadour, Brendan O’Hara and The O’Heallyeahs, have been singing up a storm for years.
Beautiful Beverages
Let’s face it, most single men go to bars in the hope of meeting one of the many stunning fashion models strutting around town. At Blue Martini, that’s guaranteed in the form of bartender/model/fashion designer Stephanie Rotuna.
Let It Flow
Although it’s tough to meet quality people, especially at a bar, your odds are much better with the help of bartender Nina Zevallos at Downtown’s Will Call.
Italian Touch
For Custom Clothier & Style Advisor Paolo Barone of Miami’s upscale Astor & Black, clothes truly make the man — and in more ways than you could ever imagine.
Free Spirit
Painter & Jeweler Melanie Maus infuses her work with both elegance and a whimsical sense of fun no matter what piece she’s working on.
Uplifting Message
Rebecca Zerbo isn’t just a high school freshman — she’s also the founder of Positive Pocket, an organization that works to help kids overcome the negative impact of bullying.