Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Melissa Wheeler/Luckie Melissa Wheeler certainly has an eye for talent, and her recruitment efforts have brought some of the brightest minds across the nation into the Luckie fold. A mother of four, Melissa earned […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Dr. Audrey Arona/GNR Health Department (Gwinnett, Newton, & Rockdale County Health Departments) Dr. Audrey Arona graduated from the University of California-San Diego in Cell Biology/Biochemistry and thereafter graduated from the University o...

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Dr. Arefa Cassoobhoy/Clarkston Community Health Center Dr. Arefa Cassoobhoy is the Medical Director at Clarkston Community Health Center, a non-profit clinic for individuals without adequate health insurance, many of whom are recent immigrants. S...

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Jan Rooney/State Farm Insurance Jan Rooney is a business owner, wife, mother of 5, and community champion. Jan celebrates 25 years of experience in the insurance industry holding numerous positions from underwriting to claims, […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Lisa Schultz/Cheers Tailgate Company Concierge level service is a top priority at Cheers Tailgate Company. They want you to show up, have a good time, and let them worry about the rest. They bring […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Schelly Marlatt/Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful A lifelong resident of Gwinnett, Schelly Marlatt is passionate about people and community, crediting her parents for instilling the values of engagement, service and paying it forward. She believes [...

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Ginger Powell/GMC Foundation (Northside Hospital) As a nonprofit professional since 2001, Ginger Powell has had the opportunity to work with some of the most elite and philanthropic leaders in the greater Gwinnett area. In […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Hilda Abbott/Rudhil Companies As the Founder and CEO of RudHil Companies, Hilda Abbott is a passionate leader, entrepreneur, and real estate professional with over 20 years of experience. She has worked in various sectors […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Melissa Meeker/The Water Tower Melissa Meeker is the CEO of The Water Tower in Buford, Georgia, a nonprofit focused on advancing water utilities through applied research, technology advancement, workforce development, and public engagement. Melis...

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Lisa Blaurock/5Strands In 2017, a mom (Lisa) started her mission to create transformation and change within the healthcare system. 5Strands started it’s foundation in the gluten free industry. The 5Strands team traveled to tradeshows, [&#82...

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Leta Brooks Hays/Entrepreneur, Interior Designer & Influencer A busy entrepreneur whose life and business are in a constant state of evolution, Leta Brooks Hays has been an interior decorator for 20 years as well […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Katrina Lucisano/Silverton Mortgage Katrina Lucisano owned Family First Mortgage for over 20 years before she joined Silverton Mortgage. She is a member of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and Extraordinaire Eucharistic Minister to assisted [&#82...

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Gabriele Mills & Chrissy Strohmeyer/Sourced. As many of you know, running a business is hard, and managing the back office is even harder. Sourced. has a team of experts that run the back office for you. […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. On this special episode to officially kick-off Season 3, host Amanda Pearch Marmolejo is joined by Collen Japuntich, the CEO of NEMA, a full-service logistics transportation and storage company; and Gabrielle Mills & Chrissy […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Barbara Peters/Author and Relationship Coach Barbara J. Peters grew up on Long Island, New York. Her early years were mostly uneventful until she realized that her family had some relationship problems. Her mother and […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Erica Dove/Municipal and Magistrate Court Judge Municipal and Magistrate Court Judge Erica Dove will begin her term as Gwinnett State Court Judge in January 2023. Erica was born in Washington, D.C. and moved to […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Aura-Leigh Sanders/Gwinnett Community Arts Leader A Georgia native, Aura-Leigh Sanders was born in Macon and grew up on her family’s 250-year-old farm in Eatonton with two younger brothers and lots of animals. After graduating […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Stephanie Wolfe/The Whole Food Health Coach Stephanie Wolfe holds credentials from the National Board of Medical Examiners as a Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach. She holds a Master Certification with Dr. William Sears, MD […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Jasmine Billings/Community Development Manager for the City of Lawrenceville Jasmine Billings is a vibrant, intentional community builder, passionate about growth in the community through building relationships, developing partnerships, supportin...

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Margaret Washburn/Managing Partner at Washburn Law Offices & Municipal Court Chief Judge Margaret Washburn is the Managing Partner at Washburn Law Offices, a general trial practice dedicated to family law, business litigation, probate, crimin...

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Ashley Hamilton/Mitsubishi Electric Classic Ashley Hamilton joined the Mitsubishi Electric Classic team in October 2019. Her extensive history in event management includes her role as the Director of the First Tee of West Virginia […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Colleen Japuntich/NEMA, Inc. Colleen Japuntich is currently serving as the President of NEMA, Inc., an asset-based Logistics Company located in Duluth, GA. Colleen has been with the company for 16 years and she began […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Cynthia Kaye/Alive Studios Zoo Cynthia Kaye is the founder and CEO of Alive Studios Zoo, an award-winning company that uses patented, augmented reality technology (3D without the glasses) to teach foundational reading and math […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Judge Kristina Hammer Blum/Gwinnett County Chief Magistrate Kristina Hammer Blum is the Chief Magistrate of the Gwinnett County Magistrate Court. Judge Blum began her legal career in 1994. Although she practiced in a variety […]

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Lisa Proctor/Sanford Rose Associates Lisa Proctor is the President of Sanford Rose Associates® at Lake Lanier Islands. As a strategic leader, Lisa provides broad-based industry experience in financial services, executive search, healthcare, and p...