The Elf Louise Christmas Project is dedicated to bringing the joy of Christmas to the children of our community who otherwise would be at risk of not having a celebration of the Christmas season. Their theme is "Every child deserves a Christmas," and their goal is to...

PowerHER
On October 4th, JPMorgan Chase hosted PowerHER San Antonio where over 150 women gathered to be inspired, connect and learn from each other. The event focused on creating an ecosystem for professional women across San Antonio’s disparate sectors to authentically...
CAST Schools
How CAST Schools are preparing young women for careers in STEM By Joshua Collins, Communications Coordinator, CAST Schools Over the summer, Ashley Mendez, a high school student at CAST STEM, traveled to Rice University to participate in the Carbon Dioxide (CO2) STEM...
Napa Next Door?
Three must-visit Fredericksburg Wineries. Heath Family Brands is your Napa next door. These family-owned wineries and vineyard estates offer the best Hill Country vineyard views paired with a vast portfolio of 90+ point wines. Along Highway 290 Grape Creek Vineyards...
Tips for Visiting Wineries
Plan your Visit! With a multitude of wine-tasting options available in the Texas Hill Country, planning your day or weekend can feel daunting. Private tasting or tour? Pets allowed? Adult atmosphere? Working vineyards? Large groups? Each winery allows and specializes...
The Trailblazing Women of Desert Door
Desert Door Texas Sotol was founded in 2017 under the leadership of three native Texan entrepreneurs, Judson Kauffman, Ryan Campbell and Brent Looby, and since then, it has grown to be a diverse operation with several female trailblazers leading the charge. A critical...
Women Professionals Care for Their Mental Health
By Blithe Wiley Photography by Suzanne Pack According to the American Psychiatric Association, every year, one in five women experience a mental health disorder. One of the most common mental disorders is depression, which occurs in twice as many women as men. In...
Chamoy Creative
Crossing Borders. Blending Cultures by Meredith Kay | Photography by David Teran Growing up in Matamoros, Mexico, Fernanda and Lauri Revilla were truly raised to be bi-cultural. Their parents worked for maquiladoras on the Mexico side of the border, but the girls...
Role Model: Christina Jovana Olivarez
By Michelle Vasquez Photography by Lucero Salinas Photography Role models come in many forms, but if you are looking for one with zest and verve, look no further. The Social Butterfly is a nickname that has followed Christina Jovana Olivarez around her entire life...
Final Thoughts
"Texas Hill Country" Margie Hildreth Watercolor on paper 22” x 30” “I have always been drawn to the rugged landscapes and rolling hills of Texas, my home. I’m always on the lookout for a spectacular sunset or an interesting view wherever I go. I have...
Independent Financial
Laurie Griffith, San Antonio Market President and Alan Goss, Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager What services do you provide? We offer a wide range of lending and account services for businesses and families. For businesses, our loans range from commercial...
Breast Cancer and Infertility Treatments
By Jennifer Knudtson, MD One in eight women is affected by breast cancer. It is the most common cancer in adult females throughout the world. Better diagnosis and better treatment for breast cancer have allowed improved survival. Studies have shown that after...
Breast Reconstruction After Cancer Surgery Empowers Women with a Sense of Control
By Paul J. Watkins Breast cancer is a diagnosis that brings fear and uncertainty, not just from the disease itself but also from questions regarding reconstruction options, cosmetic results, and restoration of self-confidence. Megan Burgess, MD, is a board-certified...
Amarillo National Bank, Now in San Antonio
What services do you provide? Business lending is our specialty. We provide commercial loans for small businesses, agribusiness, medical partnerships/practices, and commercial real estate. We also make loans for working capital, receivables, and inventory, along with...
Unlocking the World of Commercial Services: Discovering the Jefferson Bank Difference
Brandey Orsag, EVP, Chief Lending Officer In the ever-evolving landscape of commercial services, Jefferson Bank stands out as a true leader. "Jefferson Bank prides itself on its extensive lending portfolio, offering a comprehensive range of products to a diverse...
Texas Capital Bank Private Wealth
Yadira "Liz" Medina; Executive Director Relationship Manager Private Banking Advisor What services do Texas Capital and its subsidiaries provide? Texas Capital, along with Texas Capital Securities and Texas Capital Bank Private Wealth Advisors, offers expertise and a...
Coffee Class!
So You Want to Be a Barista? Merit Coffee Breaks it Down. The Merit Coffee Barista Training is a masterclass in coffee. We teach everything about how to achieve the ideal extraction, creating a vast variety of coffee drinks. Origin Characteristics of the beans in...
Drinking Water…but Are You Hydrated??
By Bill Murphy, MD, Medical Director, Turquoise Springs Medical Spa Eye drops for dry eyes, pills to stop itching and dizziness, and doctor visits for ringing of the ears and headaches. Dry skin, dry mouth, bad breath, constipation, and feeling tired all the time?...