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Just passing through July we are firmly planted in summer. The heat, humidity and scorching sun lead us to the beach and sparkling gulf waters to cool off. In this issue we spend time on the water.

Starting off we visit K23 Yacht Charters’ brand new 92’ yacht, the Algorythm. Based on the Manatee River, she is the only 92’ luxury yacht available on the Gulf Coast. The latest yacht from Lazzara, she accommodates eight overnight guests in four staterooms. Algorythm is the definition of luxury on the water. Climb aboard with REAL.

Cruising south we make a stop at the Sarasota Yacht Club. Belonging to the club has always stood as a symbol of success and passion for the water. With their newly constructed landmark building, the Sarasota Yacht Club is quickly becoming a seaside symbol of Sarasota’s skyline and the definition of coastal architecture. Come explore the Sarasota Yacht Club with us.

Returning to the Sarasota Yacht Club we board John and Denise Saputo’s 61 foot Viking cruiser for a day of fun and hospitality in the gulf. Immediately upon entrance one is surrounded by other guests and a congenial atmosphere. After bagels, pastries, coffee and other undisclosed beverages, Captain Hugh Shields pilots the Golden Eagle III off to our destination.

Carefully weaving our way through the channel we enter the gulf and are visually impacted by boats everywhere. It is Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix day! We are cruising on the Bud Boat to turn 3 where we serve as a turn boat, a visual reference for race drivers to locate the turn. Settling in and dropping anchor less than 40 yards from the turn buoy we await the start of the races. You certainly can feel the excitement of turn boating in this issue.

The races begin and from atop the wheel house, on the cabin roof, we bring you the race. Up close and personal the boats zip by and we are buzzed by the helicopters. What a day. 1,719 photos later we can only print a few for your enjoyment. There is nothing better than being a part of the race. And yes, there is Bud on the Bud Boat!

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Christopher Roy McConnell: The Evolution of DesignAs an artist and designer, Christopher Roy McConnell has become known for the international influences and sensual layers that define his portfolio of work. His design firm, Christopher Roy, creates spaces ripe with atmosphere and energy; environments that straddle the divide between practicality and quixotism but which nevertheless maintain a sense of luxe ambiance that transcends space and time.

Christopher’s work with interiors and his passion for textiles have inspired him to establish Why Not Bespoke, a custom furniture design firm that showcases his penchant for creative utility. His debut line of one-of-a-kind pieces, inspired by classic Amish workmanship and marked by the artist’s vision, is redefining Americana.

In May 2012, Christopher was one of a select group of designers to show at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, New York’s prestigious annual gathering of exciting designers and artists whose works are inspiring the future of design.

Why Not Bespoke’s pieces, named in English expressions or cockney slang as an homage to Christopher’s British roots, were well-received by the design community as well as the media. A number of high-profile publications including Dwell, Wallpaper*, Casa and Elle Décor will feature Christopher’s pieces in upcoming editions, showcasing the unique artistry of Why Not Bespoke’s furnishings and accessories.

“I am thrilled at this acknowledgement of my work,”remarks Christopher, who is also in talks to create a line of products for a boutique design firm that celebrates the integration of technology and original expression. A cadre of pieces will also be available through Fab.com, an online design resource that works with high end artists worldwide.

The buzz that has surrounded Why Not Bespoke isn’t drowning out ongoing inspiration, though. Despite the rigors of fulfilling client orders, Christopher continues to explore design opportunities as he expands his brand. Drawing from the critical acclaim that arose from Bees and Honey, he is exploring new pieces that will incorporate the cool elegance of marble and the rustic warmth of white oak. “I’m interested in elevating iconic pieces by introducing new materials into their design,” he explains.

Christopher intends to pursue the opportunities with Amish workmanship, which provides a solid foundation for his distinct brand of artistry. “What distinguishes my pieces is the integrity of their production value,” he explains. “They are functioning art.”

Evanescent are the threads of inspiration, so thoughtfully woven into the fabric of his works. His designs continue to evolve, to challenge and to excite.

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40, 45, 50 | REAL caresSuncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Benefiting Suncoast Charities for Children | Sarasota Film Festival | Easter Seals of Southwest Florida: The Lily School for Child Development By Lalaena Gonzalez-Figueroa

14, 16 | Invitation onlyThe Algorythm: Elegance You’ve Only Dreamed of By Ed Bertha | 1850 Boyce Street: Tropical Paradise Awaits By Ed Bertha

38 | REAL extremeAboard the Budweiser Turn Boat By Kerrie Lehnert

34 | REAL beautyTips For Better Make Up By Sheila Venancia

48 | RSVP requiredJack Wolff: Investment Financial Services By Annette Duda

18 | NewsPinchers Crab Shack, Pope Financial, Mary Patterson | MillerBrady Fine Art Gallery, Steve Isaacson Architect, Habitat HomeownerDebt Free

22, 24, 36, 42 | REAL perspectivesKerried Away: Sarasota Yacht Club By Kerrie Lehnert | News from the International Shopping Center and Retail Convention By William Henry, PhD | The New Porsche Boxster By Fred Krasne | Political Clout? By Patricia Tan

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K23 Yacht Charters’ brand new 92ft (28m) motor yacht was delivered in December 2011. Based on the Manatee River in Bradenton, Florida, the Algorythm is the only 92’ luxury yacht available on the Gulf Coast. The latest yacht in the LSX 92 series from Lazzara she accommodates eight over-night guests in four staterooms.

A custom yacht, the Algorythm was specifically designed with luxury in mind. Special modifications, creating a one off yacht, delivering a special experience abound:

• Enlarging the sundeck provides a welcome shaded area on the aft deck,

• Extending the flybridge creates an atmosphere of living on all levels of the yacht,

• Removing the helm from the main deck opens the salon for more living area.

Powered by four super-efficient Volvo IPS engines, the fuel economy is unsurpassed in the industry.

With a cruising speed of 25 knots the 900 horsepower en-gines enable the Algorythm to glide over the water for a smooth ride.

The AlgoryThm: elegance you’ve only Dreamed of

Four luxurious staterooms include a master with a king sized bed. Three spacious bathrooms with double sinks and all the amenities of home are located throughout the yacht. A full kitchen, dining space, relaxing leather furniture offers seating areas with expansive views. There are laundry facilities and completely separate quarters for crew mem-bers.

Add in the five LED flat screen televisions, including a 60” with surround sound, a hot tub for 2 and the spacious out-door deck offering plenty of room for sunbathing and you have it all.

K23 Yacht Charters has perfected an enchanted yachting experience by providing guests an inspiring atmosphere on a luxury liner. The Algorythm is available for charters, sun-set cruises, weddings, special celebrations, corporate par-ties & events and more.

K23’s commitment to detail means each booking is tailored to meet the personal desires of their guests. Whether you are looking to escape from a chaotic schedule, or just look-ing to unwind with your family, the Algorythm is the per-fect opportunity.

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Quite simply, K23’s goal is to provide first class service and accommodations to their guests. Allow their crew to plan every detail of your next family vacation or special occasion. K23’s professionalism and service is unsurpassed when it comes to creating a relaxing breathtaking experience just for you.

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TTrrooppiiccaall PPaarraaddiissee AAwwaaiittssBy Ed Bertha

Heading west of the “Trail” one soon finds a tropical paradise that immediately invokes the feeling of the Florida Keys. Navigating lush foliage you climb the stairway and enter the foyer, where the charm of Key West takes over. Eye catching colors, intricate wooden flooring, highly crafted millwork and a festive décor confirm this home is alive.

With an open floor plan featuring a vaulted cypress ceiling, the great room naturally flows to the kitchen where more surprises await. The kitchen boasts an extensive renovation and includes stainless steel and granite counter tops, a wood island cutting board and a separate work station, featuring a finely crafted Vermont soapstone sink. Completing the gourmet kitchen are a DCS 48” gas range, double ovens, a Sub Zero glass refrigerator and two Sub Zero pull out freezer drawers.

Continuing past the spacious master suite one enters the master bath boasting Corian counter tops with double vessel sinks and double mirrors, flanked by a large glass shower and built in spa tub. Returning to the bedroom, sliding doors open to an expansive covered deck. The deck overlooks the pool area and large picturesque yard, not typically found in the area, made possible by assembling adjacent properties.

Wanting to explore the lush landscape you make a bee line for the lower level and head outside. There a naturally flowing outdoor path leads past the inviting pool/spa to a

gazebo accompanied by a brick grill, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Continuing, the pathway leads to your own private beach of white sand, where a pavilion boasting a bar assembled from a boat awaits. Carrying on with the journey one soon finds a detached guest house and a Koi pond, featuring cascading water down a rock spillway. If that weren’t enough the breathtaking landscaping is highlighted by Mango, Lemon, Lime, Orange and Avocado trees.

The outdoor journey complete you realize the ground floor awaits. Triple double doors off the pool open to a spacious entertainment area, where the floor is ringed by an artisan sand feature. Add in a full wet bar and the light, airy theme subtly brings the outdoor ambience inside. Off to the right is a theater/media room, complete with a popcorn machine. Further back is a workout room and through an adjacent door is the three car garage with an integrated wall storage system.

It’s time for a Margarita, some Jimmy Buffet and toes in the sand!

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Pinchers Crab Shack Now Open In Lakewood Ranch

Pinchers Crab Shack has moved its Clark Road, Sarasota location to Lakewood Ranch. The family-owned seafood restaurant opened at 10707 Rodeo Drive in the space next to Lakewood Ranch Cinemas.

Pinchers, encompassing approximately 6,500 square feet, features an indoor/outdoor bar with a large open patio area and is much larger than the previous Clark Road location. The company

Mary L. Patterson Participates In Washington DC Council Session

Local appraiser, Mary L. Patterson, SRA, was one of 100 Appraisal Institute members attending this year’s Leadership Development and Advisory Council session in Washington DC. The leadership group meets annually in the U.S. Capitol to discuss issues affecting the appraisal profession with lawmakers. LDAC is a revolutionary approach to leadership development, an incubator of new programming ideas and a mouthpiece to our Nation’s lawmakers.

Serving Sarasota, Manatee, Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties since 1992 Patterson may be reached at (941) 750.6600.

Pope Financial Launches Divorce Financial Advisory Division

Divorce financial planning expertise for divorcing couples and their attorneys is now available through Pope Financial. Brian Pope, founder and president, adds the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ (CDFA™) designation from the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts™ (IDFA™) to his professional repertoire, as the Sarasota-based full-service financial planning firm continues to grow.

A CDFA™ works with clients and couples, helping them come to terms with the financial reality and implications of their unique divorce situation. Comprehensive short-term and long-term analysis can save valuable time, money and distress--especially if the process is conducted early in the legal proceedings alongside the divorce attorney.

“Because of our reputation as a family-first, no-nonsense firm, an

retained all the employees from the Clark Road location, most of which are moving with the company to Lakewood Ranch.

Pinchers Crab Shack has operated in Southwest Florida for 15 years and is known for serving fresh seafood in a casual, tropical atmosphere. Pinchers is a favorite of locals and guests of Southwest Florida alike. Hours are 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. They are known for the saying, You can’t fake fresh.

For more information visit www.PinchersCrabShack.com, call (941) 922.1515 or email [email protected].

increasing number of divorcees began looking to us for guidance,” says Pope. “Divorce is usually a very highly emotional process and many clients sign off on the financial settlement presented by their ex-husband to make things ‘easy’. But what seems fair on paper at the time often leaves them in a dire situation years later. Our services truly empower individuals to confidently transition to the next phase of their life on solid financial footing.”

Pope Financial also offers complimentary financial workshops to local churches and organizations. For more information call (941) 275.2873 or visit www.divorcefinancehelp.com.


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Steve Isaacson Architect Relocates To Lakewood RanchSteve Isaacson Architect, Inc. announced the relocation of their office to Lakewood Ranch. The new location is 7301 Merchant Court, Suite A, Sara-sota, FL 34240. Steve Isaacson has practiced architecture for over thirteen years, most recently from downtown Sarasota.

Isaacson has a diverse background in architecture, having done commercial and residential designs, both inside and outside of the United States. One of his most recent projects includes hotels designed for Hilton and Disneyland in Paris, France.

“With all of the activity in Lakewood Ranch it made sense to move closer to the epicenter of construc-tion,” says Isaacson. “Add in we’re just minutes from the interstate and this move makes coordinating projects more convenient for everyone involved.”

Isaacson is a member of the American Institute of Architects, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, and is LEED Certified. He is also a member of the National Certified Emergency Response Team for national disasters. For more information call (941) 955.2262 or visit www.si-architect.com.

Another Habitat Homeowner Debt FreeHabitat for Humanity Sarasota recently honored homeowner Barbara Langston for making her last mortgage payment.

Renee Snyder, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Sarasota said, “There are eight Habitat homeowners that have paid off their mortgages, without selling or refinancing their home.” She also mentioned, “Three other Habitat homeowners are scheduled to pay off this year.”

The entire cost of the home was $38,500, with monthly pay-ments of $210, including taxes and insurance. Even though their

payments were low, there were still struggles at times. “We were blessed to have Habitat that under-stood, they worked with us and we got caught up,” said Langston.

Photo: Renee Snyder, Executive Director of Habitat Sarasota, left, poses with Barbara Langston and Fred Scheerle, Director of Family Services of Habitat Sarasota. For more information call (941) 365.0700 or visit www.habitatsrq.org.

The MillerBrady Fine Art Gallery showcases contemporary minimalist original paintings and glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) framed works of art created by Eric Miller and Jake Brady. Miller and Brady are lifelong friends who formed an artistic partnership to merge their individual talents and create a completely new genre of contemporarymini-malist artworks using the mediums of GFRC and polyurethane pigments.

Miller is a career artist and exhibit director with original works in both private collections and commer-cial settings throughout the United States. Brady owns Concrete Countertops Etc and manufactures one-of-kind countertops, sinks, planters and table-tops for residential and commercial use.

MillerBrady Fine Art Gallery is located at 614 Florida Avenue in Sarasota’s Rosemary District. The gallery is just one building north from the corner of Boulevard of the Arts and adjacent to the new Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences. For more information call (941) 232.1411 or email [email protected].


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Welcome to Kerried Away, a design focused section of REAL Magazine where we explore Gulf Coast homes, construction, real estate and all things which for many of us, carried us away from our origins and made us decide to call this place home. Whether you are indigenous to the Gulf Coast, one of the multitudes who relocated here or are a seasonal resident, my goal is to provide information, stories and photos of homes and design elements that have created or continue to create a specific vernacular style and trend on the Gulf Coast.

Founded in 1926, the Sarasota Yacht Club is one of the original 13 members of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. Belonging to the club has always stood as a symbol of success and passion for the water.

With their newly constructed landmark building, the Sarasota Yacht Club is quickly becoming a seaside symbol of Sarasota’s skyline. The soft, contemporary structure was beautifully designed by architects Mark Sultana and Thomas Denslow of DSDG, Inc. Sultana and Denslow connected with the yacht club’s vision and derived a plan making their design become a palpable structure. The execution of construction was carefully completed by Tandem Construction and included many other talented trades.

The building’s exterior of gentle lines fades away into the backdrop of a symmetrical boatyard filled with sailboat masts, yachts and fishing boats. The yacht club’s vantage points are that of Siesta Key to the South, Bird Key to the West and Sarasota’s magnificent city skyline to the East. The new yacht club compliments its surroundings with a subtle contemporary shape which I believe respects some of Sarasota’s most iconic architects, such as Rudolph, Martin and Baum. Sultana and Denslow might just be the inspiration for Sarasota’s continued success of coastal architecture.

Sarasota Yacht Club’s lobby may be one of the most remarkable vestibules, not Grande by glitz but soft and gentle with lightly colored comfortable furnishings and a massively high ceiling that feels like an open sailor’s sky. Below your feet, you are grounded by a solid surface, sparkling blue floor with an inlaid wood planked center medallion which stretches a large expanse of the room and certainly reminds one of being at sail. You can’t help to feel that you are out on the water.

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West of the lobby is the Neptune bar, very reminiscent of a stately captain’s room on a fine yacht. The nautical theme is carried out by the conversation of members who are visiting, talking about their professional week and stories out on the Gulf. A hidden treasure: as you gaze above the bar you see a functional, utilitarian structure which quietly resembles the shape of a yacht.

The Sarasota Yacht Club’s interior architecture might just be one of the finest in the country, not only visually, but because it derives a feeling of being at sea. One of the most amazing attributes of the Sarasota Yacht Club is you can stand in the lobby (or just about anywhere) and feel the solitary peacefulness of the ocean, even when the structure is energized with people.

It seems that the new building has also had an amazing impact on the club’s member status. According to Sarasota

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Yacht Club’s Marketing Director, Dana Soldati, membership status has increased 100% since the new construction. Another fascination is that the average member’s age has dropped from 70 to 50 years of age. It is believed that the new building has created a lot of enthusiasm; in addition, new family-geared activities and variety programing such as water sports (kayaking and sailing lessons), family night and a fitness center have possibly attributed to fresh, young involvement and membership. Soldati states, “It has become a more active club, receptive to what members want.”

Kerrie Lehnert, a hard finish designer, is the driving force behind Kitchens by Kerrie. Designing kitchens, baths, closets and more for over thirteen years, Kerrie works seamlessly with homeowners, architects, builders and interior designers creating the ultimate space, always with an eye on resale value. Kitchens by Kerrie maintains a showroom at Bacon’s Furniture and Design, 7557 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231. For more information she may be reached at (941) 228.1173 or [email protected].

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Reliable Group, LLC Architects AA# 0003523 is a well-known architectural and construction management firm based in Tampa, Florida. RGA is headed by Dr. William Henry, both an architect and certified expert witness who issues opinions and testimony concerning design and construction related matters. Having designed over 250 landmark buildings in the state of Florida, he has represented and testified for both plaintiffs and defendants in cases involving code violations such as associated with design and construction defects as well as American Disabilities Act – ‘ADA’ violations. William Henry, PhD (Bill) may be reached at (813) 226.2220 or [email protected].


“Jobless Recovery”, “Urban Food Deserts”, “Demalling”, and Rationales for “Political Gridlock.”

Once every year retailers, shopping center owners, and their service providers come together in the Nevada desert to discuss industry performance and trends. An array of best-selling authors, media personalities, political pundits, and industry insiders are assembled at “ReCon,” the flagship event of the International Council of Shopping Centers, or ICSC, held in Las Vegas. Tone setters at this year’s conference included best-selling author of The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell; Joan Lunden of Good Morning America fame; former U.S. Senate leaders Trent Lott (R) and Tom Dashle (D); and other industry gurus. Subjects that are sure to grab headlines include the following:

• Internet Sales Tax Levels the Playing Field: “Sticks and bricks” retailers and shopping center owners lobby for legislation to tax internet retail sales. They appeal to the public’s “sense of fairness” as they push for enactment of a new tax.

• “Gateway Cities” Provide Safe Harbors forCurrencyFleeingAsiaandEurope: Seattle, San Francisco, and L.A., as well as Boston, NYC, and Philadelphia capture foreign capital before it can make its way into “land-locked” cities of America’s heartland.

• “JoblessRecovery”putsFloridaEighteenMonthsBehind: Despite a recent indicator showing a net employment gain of 3% in some areas of the state, Florida continues to lag behind due to the housing meltdown.

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By William Henry PhD

• “De-Malling” Gives Rise to a “Sense of Place:” Distressed enclosed malls are razed to usher in open air mixed use centers with both retail and multi-family housing components. Social gathering places are fashioned at focal points to engender a “sense of place.” According to author Gladwell, such places are good for psychological well-being and thereby could reduce the risks for heart attacks, cancer, and other catastrophic illnesses.

• PoliticiansTackle“FoodDeserts”AmidstUrbanSprawl and Promote Wellness: America’s mayors embrace the war on obesity by promoting location criteria that provide grocers, deli owners, and other purveyors of healthy foods incentives to locate in disadvantaged neighborhoods. The mayor of Oklahoma City touts the loss of millions of pounds of human fat in his city and the associated potential savings in healthcare costs.

• Congressional Gridlock Attributable to AirTravel, Fundraising and Media Bias: Former senators Lott and Dashle contend that convenient air travel enables congressmen to forego weekends of conducting the nation’s business in D.C. so that they can now spend four day weekends at home raising cash. The media makes matters worse by polarizing the positions, rather than reporting the news. This rationale brings to mind the adage “What happens in Vegas SHOULD stay in Vegas” when pundits blame circumstances for negligence.

By and large, the 31,000 or so attendees seemed to be in a cheerier mood than last year. Vegas, by the way, can’t conceal a number of abandoned construction projects that may also prompt another admonishment to visitors by Dorothy (of Wizard of Oz fame): “There’s no place like home.”

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In the 1960’s fashion photography in weekly Italian magazines was boring, specifically the periodicals and magazines geared towards women’s interests such as solutions to common household tasks, social etiquette and clothing style tips on a budget. At this time there were no international modeling agencies and models featured in magazines could be a friend of a friend, a beautiful girl who assumed a perfect pose to exhibit the clothing at its best.

Then in 1965-66 Giovanni Lunardi and Ines Kummernuss arrived on the scene and something began to change. Giovanni Lunardi was originally from Parma, Italy but for a long time had worked as a photo assistant in the Paris Vogue Studios. Ines Kummernuss was born in Hamburg, Germany and was studying to become a Theatrical Costume Designer in Munich.

The editors of Amica, then a weekly circulation with a large distribution, wanted them both to produce a small

did not yet exist and her name was known only to those who worked in the industry, however, the readers quickly got used to seeing her every week on the pages of the magazine. They began to consider her as a friend that suggested new ways of dressing, how to use cosmetics and style their hair.

For a decade Ines was “the image of fashion” in Italy, starting with pret-à-porter, then the face of high fashion but also commercial clothing lines.

Her class and spontaneity in front of the camera served as an example and contributed to the changing image of women. Thanks to her a new profession was born that required not only beauty but intelligence and self irony.

Giovanna CalvenziJournalistMilano, Italy


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issue featuring “the girl from Munich”. Ines had an unusual face, different from the other beauties featured in the fashion magazine at the time; a small overbite, ears that stuck out slightly, but an impeccable figure, slim without being anorexic and very long legs and neck. She was able to look equally elegant in jeans and evening dresses. Ines had a very expressive face and an intelligent look that even allowed her to pose wearing the impossible wigs that back then were very fashionable.

Giovanni, with whom Ines often worked, preferred a “natural” type of photography that allowed the model to move in more free and lively manner. He preferred the streets to the studio, a relaxed pose to a stiff one, real happiness to fake posed glamour.

Ines was the perfect woman for this; very beautiful but not ill tempered, very elegant but capable of joking. Her number of magazine issues multiplied and the number of covers increased. The magical world of the top model

By Ed BerthaPhotography by Giovanni Lunardi


Ines Lunardi

Ines applying makeup to a model at her studio in Sarasota

Ines Kummernuss Lunardi was a famous model during the 1960’s and 70’s. She worked with many great photographers for some of the most prestigious fashion magazines in Paris, London, New York and Milan; fashion capitals of the world. Ines was born in Hamburg, Germany but moved to Milan in order to pursue her career, leading her to travel all around the world. For the last fifteen years Ines has resided in Sarasota with her family. Her husband, Giovanni Lunardi, was responsible for shooting the first pictures that began her career. Ines also has three grown sons; Christian, works in the studio with his father and mother, Leonardo, an Architect and Bruno, a Dental Technician. We met Ines at her house on Lido Key where she takes care of the beautiful tropical gardens surrounding the family home. Moving inside we head to the large kitchen where she spends a great deal of time enjoying preparing the many Italian family recipes she learned from Giovanni’s mother.

As a model you had a fantastic career for almost twenty years appearing on the cover of many top fashion magazines. How did your career start?

During my summer vacation in 1963 in Opatija, Yugoslavia I met Giovanni Lunardi, a fashion photographer in Milan. He took some pictures of me that he later took back to Milan and presented to a fashion editor of an important magazine. A few days later I was invited to do a fashion issue in Milan with Giovanni as the photographer. During the trip from

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Munich to Milan I was nervous and insecure because I was entering a world that was unknown to me. The test photo shoot was very successful and a week later I was offered a two-year contract. That was the beginning of my modeling career and the beginning of the best time of my life. I am grateful that Giovanni guided me through the difficulties of this work and helped me achieve this success.

in New York City where I had the chance to work with Richard Avedon, Irving Penn and many other photographers. My photographs were published in Elle Magazine, Vogue, Bazaar, Marie Claire, and McCall’s to name a few. My favorite photographer was Helmuth Newton. He had a terrible character; he was very demanding and very hard on all of the models but since we were both German we developed a good working relationship and became good friends.

Tell me about some of the positive and negative aspects of working as a model.

When you get to be a top model the work is fascinating. You are given the opportunity to experience many different worlds and meet unbelievable people. Modeling allowed me to travel to so many beautiful cities. While traveling was exhilarating and exciting it was also difficult to always have a bag packed to be ready to leave for

Throughout your career you worked mainly with Giovanni Lunardi. Have you worked with other famous photographers? If so, who did you like best?

During the early years of my career in Milan, Paris and London I worked only with Giovanni. By this time we had fallen in love. Our work together brought us a lot of success and happiness. We had

the next trip and to miss spending time with the people you love. Also, because magazines work on their issues three or four months in advance, you have to be prepared to work in a bikini in cold weather or fur coats in the summer.

What other famous models have you worked with?

When I was working for Elle and Vogue for the high fashion collection in Paris I met many famous models.

a beautiful house in the center of Milan and Giovanni had his studio very close to our home. After a couple of years I started to work with other photographers in Paris and London such as Guy Bourdin, Helmuth Newton and David Bailey. I also worked with Gundlach and Rico Pullman in Germany, which provided me an opportunity to visit with my family there. In the late sixties we rented an apartment

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It is the nature of the fashion industry to meet the same people time and time again, and this lead me to develop friendships with many of the other models. I worked with Johanna Shimkus, who later became the wife of Sidney Poitier, with Marisa Berenson, Greta Scacchi, Jean Shrimpton, Lauren Hutton, Dale Haddon, and Barbara Bach, who was married to one of the singers of the Rolling Stones.

You traveled for much of your career. Is there one special trip you remember better than others?

My trips were all fascinating because we always got to visit the most exclusive places and hotels, and we met very special people. I really liked South Africa, Australia, Indian Kashmir, and Russia, where we shot 15 pages for McCall’s during a two week trip through the beautiful landscape.

My favorite trip was when I went to Vietnam with Giovanni at the end of the war when the American Troops had just started leaving Saigon. This was a real adventure but also difficult because while we were working, there was a curfew in the country as well as ongoing fighting among the north and south with fully armed soldiers walking among the civilians.

How were you able to manage your career and your family?

Both Giovanni and I had wonderful families who were always available to help when we had to take a long trip. When Christian was very young he would stay with Giovanni’s parents in Parma or my parents would come from Hamburg to stay in Milan to take

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care of him. Often Christian would follow us on our trips and when he was older he started helping us on set. It is this experience that fueled his passion to follow in his father’s footsteps to become a photographer as well.

I understand you also worked in the movie industry. What was this experience like?

I was in only one film called “Alibi”. In this film I had a starring role. I was lucky enough to work with two famous Italian actors Vittorio Gassmann and Adolfo Celi who helped me quite a bit during the filming of the movie. The movie was filmed in Rome, Italy and Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. It was an unforgettable experience but taught me that acting was not really for me.

What activities did you pursue when you were done with your modeling career?

With three young boys at home there was always many things to do. I took care of my family and worked on different assignments with Giovanni in his studio. During the 1980’s I owned a fashion boutique in Cortina D’Ampezzo, Italy. I enjoyed this very much.

Since moving to Sarasota how do you spend your time?

Besides gardening, I work full time with Giovanni and Christian in the studio. While still in Milan I had studied to become a stylist and makeup artist, and this is what I now do on a daily basis. In our studio I manage and organize a large wardrobe room containing hundreds

of articles of clothing, hats, jewelry, shoes and props for all seasons that we use to produce fashion shots for our American and European customers. The clothing is also used when working with young aspiring models to create their portfolios. My job is to select the right combination of clothes, accessories and apply the makeup that will best accentuate the model’s features.

When working for REAL Magazine I take the time to understand the style of each of the people we photograph and pick the best wardrobe for the photograph we have in mind.

Generally, everyday makeup is not the best fit for photographs because it is too saturated and shiny. We utilize a special type of makeup to create a fresh, smooth and matte skin which is better suited for digital pictures. We use the same technique when we take pictures for people who need a portrait for their business or their family. Giovanni also uses different types of light for each of his clients depending on their age, type of skin, and the sensitivity of their eyes. He uses natural light, strobe lights, or other special lights that give their skin a beautiful tone.

I truly enjoy the creativity and beautiful results of this job. It gives me a lot of satisfaction when I can make another person happy because she can see herself in the pictures we take as more sexy, more beautiful and more attractive whether the picture is for a job, to surprise a loved one or to just preserve a beautiful image for the future.

1: On the set of the movie “The Alibi” with Adolfo Celi and Vittorio Gassman 1968

2: Kashmir, India 1969

3: Sarasota, with her sons; (left to right) Christian, Leonardo and Bruno

4: Studio Fashion Photo Shoot Rome 1965

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Tips For Better Make UpBy Sheila Venancia

FOUNDATIONDon’t wear the same foundation with a summer tan as you would in the winter. Skin color changes with the seasons, so your foundation should change, too. For the most professional application, use your fingertips or a triangle sponge to apply foundation. Also try foam wedg-es—the smooth surface strokes on evenly, the tapered edge blends make-up into tough to reach spots like cor-ners between the eye and nose.Use foundation on your eyelids even if you never wear shadow. It evens out the lid’s tone and instantly bright-ens. Be sure to double-check your neck when applying foundation. To avoid a severe line where your makeup stops and your neck begins, start at the center of the face and blend outward, gradually applying with a lighter

touch as you approach your neck and hairline. If you are using a liquid foundation, always shake the bottle vigor-ously before applying. Primers moisturize and even skin tone for a smoother makeup application. CONCEALERBegin with the under-eye area. Using a brush or wand, lightly dab concealer along the darkest area under your eye in a crescent shape. Be sure to apply to the inner and outer corners of your eyes as well. Take the pad of your ring finger and lightly dab to blend. Do not pull or rub. This will irritate the delicate under-eye area and remove the makeup you’re trying to put on.Next, apply a light foundation, focusing on the center of the face and blending outward toward the hairline. Look in the mirror and notice your skin tone. It should look even, yet natural. Light ly dab concealer on any red spots that remain. Blend with your ring finger.BLUSHSelect a blush based on the color your skin turns when you pinch your cheeks. Apply your foundation and powder as usual. Smile—see the apples of your cheeks? That’s your target! Using your blush brush, apply in a cir-cular motion to rounded cheeks. Blend up and outward toward temples until no hard lines are left.Pro Tip: Add a little warmth with a light dusting of bronzer at the tops of cheekbones, where the sun would naturally hit your face.MASCARANever, ever pump the wand – this adds air to the mas-cara container, which will only make your mascara dry out faster. Use less mascara on lower lashes than on top lashes. Or skip the mascara on lower lashes for a more

casual look. If your mascara smells funny or is more than six months old, it’s time to toss it.After you’ve coated lashes with mascara, add just one more layer to the outer corners. The extra coat will make your lashes look especially long and make your eyes appear farther apart.EYE SHADOWMatching your eye shadow to your eye color sounds like a good idea, but it doesn’t work like you’d think. Eye color can get lost and muted when put next to a similar shade. Go for contrast instead.Dark eyes look good in grays, blues, purples, and greens. Light eyes look good in brown, taupe, and bronze shades.LIPSTICK Find the reds, pinks, corals and other shades that match your skin tone.When it comes to dressing up and going to town, nothing says “Party!” better than a glamorous red! Quiet pinks and sheer textures are ideal for warm weather; creamy dark wines and plums are ripe for winter. Olive skin looks best in light browns with warm tones, or dark brown-ish-reds. Stay away from pinks or orange-reds! Fair complexions fare well with shades that have a warm pink or peachy glow, or dramatic reds with a bluish tint. Dark skin is flattered by deep reds with blue or purple tones, or deep reddish-browns. Avoid pinks or orange-reds!

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Perhaps the most famous of the first 90 Porsche 550’s built was James Dean’s “Little Bastard” numbered 130 which Dean fatally crashed on Sept. 30,1955 at the CA Rt. 46/41 Cholame Junction. He was scheduled to race it the next day at the Salinas Road race scheduled for Oct. 1-2. What made this vehicle unique was its light weight and mid-engine design that allowed this vehicle to be very nimble and durable on long road races. The New Boxster’s DNA comes from this early mid-engine racer and will be available in late June 2012. It also draws its design heritage from the famous Porsche Carrera GT mid- engined sports car produced between 2004-2007. Sports Car International named the Car-rera GT number one on its list of Top Sports Cars of the 2000’s. With this heritage, the owner of the New Boxster will certainly enjoy its racing and handling qualities.I had the good fortune to go up to the Porsche Driving School for 3 days in early May to drive the new Porsche Box-ster S on the Barber Motorsports Park in Leeds, AL, about 20 minutes from downtown Birmingham. It is a challenging

The New Porsche BoxsterBy Fred Krasne

It’s hard to believe that 15 years have passed since the introduction of the Porsche Boxster. It has been a design classic, a powerful mid-engine sports car whose heritage was inspired by the Spyder 550 that placed Porsche on the racing map back in 1953 at the Panamericana races in Mexico, a grueling 2,200 mile road race through Mexico. The 550 was called the “giant killer” beating out other race cars with larger engines and winning it’s small displacement class.

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2.38 mile, 16 turn, 80 feet of elevation roller coaster of a racetrack that challenges both driver and automobile alike. We compared it against our competitors the BMW Z4 35is, Mercedes Benz SLK350, and Audi TTS Roadster. With the mid-engine design and the best power to weight ratio, the BoxsterS outperformed them all by significant margins. One does not have to own a Porsche to enroll in the Porsche Driving School online at www.porschedrivingschool.com, and have an exciting and educational time learning how to drive a Porsche the way it is meant to be driven and learn why Porsche believes form follows function in the design and operation of its sports cars.

The new Boxster was redesigned to look both like its predecessors and a forward looking design ethos. The long wheel-base and low, raked windshield are integral to forming the streched, wedge-shaped silhouette. The convertible top can either be raised or lowered in 9 seconds and at speeds up to 30 mph. The Boxster is 265 hp, will do 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds, top speed of 162 mph, and gets 22 mpg city and 32 mpg highway. The Boxster S is 315 hp, will do 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds, top speed of 172 mph, and gets 21 mpg city and 30 mpg highway. With prices starting at $49,500 and $60,900 respectively, one can enjoy a world class sports car for the price of a mid-sized luxury sedan or luxury SUV, but have a lot more fun.The new Boxster is on sale now. For those who want to follow the belief Dr. Ferry Porsche had 60 years ago, “I couldn’t quite find the car I dreamed of, so I decided to build it myself.”, will be immensely satisfied with this newest member of the Porsche family.

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Aboard The Budweiser Turn BoatGuests boarded John and Denise Saputo’s 61 foot Viking cruiser, Golden Eagle III, at 9:00 am, Sunday July 1st. Once upon board, the Saputo’s hospitality was extraordinary. Taking everything in I thought, “What a day we are going to have!”

With the sun shining brightly Golden Eagle III cast off from the Sarasota Yacht club to its destination and important assignment for the day, Turn Marker Three for the Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix. The large yacht would be the signal for the race boats to make the hairpin turn, a position the Golden Eagle III’s owners have held for over a decade.

Since the races began in 1985 net proceeds from the Grand Prix Festival have constructed over $14 million dollars worth of facilities serving special needs children and adults. Net proceeds raised this year will help maintain these facilities so that the non-profit agencies who occupy the buildings can direct their program and service money towards the clients they serve. Agencies currently occupying these facilities include The Florida Center, Children First, Community Haven, Sarasota County Special Olympics, and Loveland Center. The philanthropy of the event made the day all that more incredible

Upon casting off, John blew the bosun’s whistle, calling all front and center to the ship’s galley where he called to order a very important safety meeting. With everyone’s attention on him, he detailed many safety procedures critical for our assignment aboard the turn boat, an exciting, adrenaline filled position to watch the super boats race at speeds approaching 170 miles per hour, but also a potentially dangerous one. John warned that we could be impacted by one of the super boats should it lose control and we would, “Have about 8 seconds to make a decision to jump.”

John explained evacuating the vessel into the Gulf of Mexico’s water could put us in even more dangerous territory. Jumping off the boat, could mean entering into water serving as the race track screaming with speeding vessels, all with one goal; go fast and win. “Collisions of race boats and turn boats has happened before,” he emphasized. If sensing an impact, we were instructed to jump into the center of the track, not outside, eliminating a possible death trap; jumping into the race way. I quickly and clearly understood why I had to sign a release of liability and litigation to board the turn boat.

Everyone’s adrenaline was on fire and there was an amazing energy of excitement in the air. Denise passed out motion sickness pills as once we were positioned; the only way to get off the boat was to stop the race. We set anchor at turn three, with the Golden Eagle III positioned perfectly to enjoy the action of the race. The Budweiser signs were hung, the turn three flag unveiled and we all took our positions to enjoy the race.

I was informed that the best viewing area for the media was to enter the wheel house, carefully crawl through the rear window to the sundeck and climb up to the wheel house roof. It certainly was the best spot, a 360 degree unobstructed view of the gulf and race course. The only better seats would be in a helicopter. There were no handrails to balance or secure one’s self and the waves generated by the gulf ’s waters, accentuated by the passing race boats, were enough to create a precarious situation, let alone keeping an eye out for a potential impact by one

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of the race boats. Regardless, it was the roof top where I was enthralled by the racing boats whipping past, barely missing the turn boat and enjoying eye contact with the helicopter’s pilots and passengers blazing by within arms-reach.

I was amazed by the helicopters zipping around the track, just feet and sometimes inches above the race boats. Often they were just inches above the water too, and you couldn’t help to cringe at how close their blades were to the water (and sometimes us). The pilots and crew of the helicopters just smiled and waved as they passed by.

Being a little too close to the action, I crawled through the maze of people through to the aft deck and made my way down to the main deck. Repositioning myself with a group on the bow I was soon educated about the race. Dangling our legs over the side of the boat and I learned all about the class system, the markings on the boats and the multiple race categories.

Between races we were treated to lunch and everyone relaxed getting out of the sun. Some in the group just couldn’t get enough sun and frolicking in the gulf was in order. The more adventurous took to the wheel house roof where jumping into the gulf quickly turned into diving; a bit too dangerous for me as we were only in about 10 feet of water. Soon it was almost 1:00 pm and everyone took their positions again as race two was about to begin. All over again, it was so much fun, wow!

John Saputo explains, “Being aboard the turn boat for the Grand Pix, exciting as it is, the responsibility and liability is tremendous but the adrenaline is unsurpassable. The risk of being the turn boat has the reward of love of life and ability to support an event that helps our community.” Our day over I can say I’m now hooked on the Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix!

Thank you John and Denise!


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Patricia Tan was born in England, and her career in international sales and marketing led her to live and work in many countries around the world before moving to Sarasota in 1997. Patricia is a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), and Transnational Referral Certified (TRC). She is involved in global activities of the Sarasota, Florida and National Association of Realtors, and currently serves as NAR Presidents’ Liaison to U.K. Her real estate business operates from Coldwell Banker on St Armands Key, where her focus is to bring international buyers to the local market. She regularly makes marketing trips to Canada, Asia and Europe, to promote Florida’s Gulf Coast and the Sarasota area in particular.


Political Clout?Have you ever thought of a Realtor® as having political clout? No? Read on …….

As the largest professional trade association in the United States, the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) represents more than 1.1 million residential and commercial Realtors® involved in all facets of the industry. NAR advocates policy initiatives that will result in the continued creation of a sound and dynamic U.S. real estate market, fostering vibrant communities in which to live and work. Easy to say, but what does it really mean?

I recently returned from NAR’s mid-year meetings, which are held annually in Washington DC during May. The meetings enable the Association and any of its members who care to attend, an opportunity to make their voices heard in relation to government policies that affect the real estate market and issues surrounding home ownership.

This year, the headline event was the Rally to Protect the American Dream, where an estimated 15,000 Realtors® converged on the grounds of the Washington Monument to make their voices heard on behalf of homeowners, real estate investors, and those who aspire to homeownership.

Behind the headlines however, there are many committees working diligently on a very diverse range of initiatives. I am involved in those that directly impact the international real estate market, and I thought readers might like to understand what they are.

Immigration is an obvious topic, but in international real estate we are more focused on the ability of overseas residents to invest in our country. The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa Program allows foreign nationals to earn visas to live in the U.S. by investing and creating American jobs. The authority for this program expires at the end of this fiscal year and

NAR support legislation to extend the program. The Association has also designated a Working Group to convene to develop policy related to S.1746, the Visit USA Act. This legislation introduced by Senators Schumer (D-NY) and Lee (R-UT) would create two new non-immigrant visas to those who invest in real estate in the US.

Money laundering is another area that deserves our attention when dealing with overseas investors. The U.S. Treasury Department is part of an international effort to combat money laundering and terrorist funding, and they have indicated that they may introduce rules for the real estate industry. Real estate agents in many other countries are already regulated in this regard, and under obligation to report suspicious activity to their respective governments. NAR is taking steps to keep their members informed about money laundering issues.

Availability of financing is an issue that affects local and overseas buyers of real estate, and difficulties in this area are hampering the recovery of our real estate market. In particular, our condo market has been slower in recovery, because of lack of available financing for many developments where there have been a significant number of distressed property sales. NAR continues to work with FHA and Congress to relax the restrictive condo rules, especially as they relate to delinquent home owners association (HOA) dues, certification requirements, and owner-occupancy rules. In addition to those areas that impact the global market, NAR are fierce advocates for those issues which impact our home market too: preservation of the mortgage interest rate deduction, cancellation of mortgage debt, capital gains tax exclusion on primary residence, and property tax deduction.

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Patricia Tan was born in England, and her career in international sales and marketing led her to live and work in many countries around the world before moving to Sarasota in 1997. Patricia is a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), and Transnational Referral Certified (TRC). She is involved in global activities of the Sarasota, Florida and National Association of Realtors, and currently serves as NAR Presidents’ Liaison to U.K. Her real estate business operates from Coldwell Banker on St Armands Key, where her focus is to bring international buyers to the local market. She regularly makes marketing trips to Canada, Asia and Europe, to promote Florida’s Gulf Coast and the Sarasota area in particular.


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Jack R. Wolff, President, Investment Financial Services, Inc. (IFS) considers his work his second family. Blessed with a terrific staff and clients, Jack feels lucky that he stumbled upon a career in financial planning when his wife accepted a part-time position for a financial planner in 1978. Quickly she recognized that Jack would love the role of providing clients with an opportunity to build a solid financial foundation. At the time, Jack was a marketing executive for IBM, specializing in the finance industry. At his wife’sv suggestion, he opted to meet with her new boss and liked what he heard. As Jack says, “The rest is history!”

Jack has been building his own successful foundation in Sarasota since 1983 as a retirement account specialist focused on providing comprehensive financial and estate planning for clients 55 and older. Jack recognizes the importance of helping new clients make decisions based on the best up to date knowledge available to them. While assessing the needs of new clients, they spend a great deal of time discussing the realities of life today along with their priorities in the years ahead. Quality of life is always the focus, as well as maintaining quality of life in the future.

During these discussions, a common goal expressed by clients is the need to assure a surviving spouse would be financially sound and operationally at ease. Jack is sensitive to this topic. It is a major concern for most clients; it is an important task to achieve as a financial planner. Jack comfortably addresses this area of concern with his married clients assuring they are financially prepared when an unfortunate death of a spouse occurs. For the surviving spouse, this emotionally challenging time can be eased when the comfort of knowing there will be enough assets and income to maintain his/her lifestyle, and that the assets would pass without probate. In his many years in business, Jack has dealt with the passing of a client many times. Though it is the saddest of times for him and his staff; there is also a sense of pride knowing the surviving spouse is landing on his/her feet from a financial perspective. Knowing that he has truly made a difference is one of his greatest rewards.

With Jack’s longstanding career in the financial industry, he has witnessed many changes in how we plan for our future. People traditionally insured their home, automobile and body to protect these assets from damage. Today we can also do that with our nest egg. We now have the ability to insure income streams and protect assets from market decline. These solutions did not exist until 10-12 years ago. This solution has been both valuable and comforting to Jack’s clients, especially during the market drop in the 2007-2009 time periods.

Acknowledging he has important work on the line, Jack enthusiastically approaches each day filled with meetings, portfolios, and responding to the never ending inbox of emails. However, while he considers his work his second family; his family does come first. He balances his work life with an active family life. Jack and his wife, Marilyn celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary in June. They travel several times a year, enjoy a competitive game of scrabble, an occasional movie. They have a close family and enjoy spending time with their five grandchildren on a regular basis. Jack is grateful to share his work day with their two sons, Marc and Dan, who are also financial planners in Sarasota.

It is hard to see where Jack would find the time, however, Jack has an extensive dedication to charitable work. He works with several local charities, including Habitat for Humanity, as well as international trips to volunteer in Costa Rica, Malawi, Lima and Haiti. He has provided four-year college scholarships to area high school graduates, dating back to 1993. He considers it a privilege to provide financial assistance to children who will then serve their families, their communities and the nation well.

Jack considers himself as “one lucky guy.” Jack is fortunate in many ways; however it is probably safe to say “luck” didn’t have much to do with it. Addressing his own need for strategic planning, he maintains an admirable balance and quality of life. His love for his family, his career, and the community of Sarasota is an asset to us all.

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Since 1946, Easter Seals of Southwest Florida has provided life-changing services and resources for individuals living with disabilities, their families and caregivers. The organization, well known for empowering its clients with a sense of purpose and pride, has expanded its services with an exciting new venture. The Lily School for Child Development offers comprehensive care and learning for a spectrum of children including individuals with special needs and those who are typically-abled. Conveniently located across the street from the main Easter Seals campus, The Lily School is open to children ages 6 weeks to five years (or pre-kindergarten). The school offers year ‘round curriculum-based preschool learning, with care available from 7:30am to 5:30pm.The Lily School’s all-inclusive community approach reflects a significant trend in the attitudes and expectations of parents and caregivers throughout the region and across the country.

“Families are looking for convenient and quality care for all children,” notes Kameron Partridge Hodgens, PhD, Vice-President of Programs and Services for Easter Seals of

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Southwest Florida. “The Lily School is a terrific resource and a great extension of Easter Seals, which has a reputation as an organization that has earned the trust and respect of our community.” Dr. Hodgens notes that the opportunity for comprehensive and focused care extends into every aspect of the school. “From academic curriculum to opportunities for artistic and creative expression, students at The Lily School will be challenged to meet individualized goals designed to prepare them for kindergarten,” she says. “Additional support will include on-site speech, occupational, and behavioral therapies.”The Lily School advocates the “Make the First Five Count” initiative, which focuses on the unique needs of early childhood development. “The earlier we can provide pertinent services to children, the better,” asserts Dr. Hodgens. “Through partnerships with the Early Learning Coalition of both Sarasota and Manatee Counties and the ABA Network, we are able to identify and address individual needs early, providing our students with measurable results.”Nicole Murby, currently serving as the Clinical Director of Pediatric Therapy for Easter Seals Southwest Florida, is excited to take the reins as director of The Lily School. “We are providing a unique opportunity to our students and their caregivers, a spectrum of care designed to meet needs that aren’t typically addressed congruently.” The wraparound care, adds Murby, is more than a convenience. “By enrolling children at The Lily School, families and caregivers reduce paperwork as well as the stress that may accompany environmental changes for students,” she observes.The Lily School thrives on the fertile community it fosters. Students are heralded as individuals, each with a distinct array of skills and strengths. Families and caregivers, too, are critical to the success of the school, which provides outreach and resources as well as opportunities for networking and ongoing communication. The school is conveniently located at 365 Braden Avenue in Sarasota, and offers a quaint and comfortable ambiance.A full-service preschool offering nutritious meals and snacks, The Lily School employs a wholistic developmental approach and structured curriculum designed to foster creative, academic and social growth. “Our primary objective is to foster a safe and nurturing environment that encourages learning for all students,” says Murby. “Through attentive and individualized instruction, we are working to prepare each child for kindergarten, and to provide every student with the opportunity to flourish.”

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