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Miss Abigail FineA Fine Dance Studio

322 Reservoir Street • Needham, MA 02492781.449.4800afdance.com

Tiffany KinderAbove and Beyond Consignment

1016 Great Plain Avenue • Needham, MA 02492781.449.0424

www.aboveandbeyondconsignment.com

American Skin Care493 High Street • Dedham, MA 02026

781-329-9338

Carol Pietromonaco Murfin PT, MBAOwner, Physical Therapist

Back to You Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Inc.

19 North Main Street, Suite 1A • Sherborn, MA, 01770p. 508.545.2352 f. 508.545.2354

www.backtoyoupt.com

Sheryl Simon, Amy Mizner, and Debi BenoitBenoit Mizner Simon & Co. Real Estate

Weston • 450 Boston Post Road781.894.8282

Wellesley • 54 Central Street781.237.8181

BENOITMIZNERSIMON.COM

Julie SullivanBy Land or By Sea Travel

Holliston, MA508.275.3125

www.bylandorbyseatravel.com

Diane TlapaCentury 21 Commonwealth

266 Main Street • Medfield, MAcell 508-395-3869

[email protected]

Robin WishCentury 21 Commonwealth

[email protected]

Carrie BrouwerFlowers & More

1075 Main Street • Walpole(508) 668-5222

www.flowersandmoredelivers.com

Mae Sullivan & Deidre FisherGuardian Medical Companions LLC

617.964.RIDE • 617.964.7433guardianrides.com

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BY JAMES MAIMONISHometown Weekly Staff

According to the latest “State of Women-Owned Businesses Report,” the number of businesses owned by women inMassachusetts as of 2007 was 178,114 and is estimated to reach 193,900 by the end of 2012. Sales are also projected

to grow immensely, from $25,487,227 in 2007 to $29,365,800 in 2012.

Many of these entrepreneurs own and operate their businesses right in your hometown, many of which might be of interest to you. From dance and art studios to eye care and daycare canters, these women have taken personal interests

and hobbies and transformed them into successful local businesses.

A heavily researched study conducted by Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) showed that from 1979-2010, self-employment for women has increased by 45%.

These numbers suggest that women are no longer waiting to have their voices heard, but instead are taking matters into their own hands and seeing their businesses flourish.

In order to survive and compete in the heavily, male-oriented business world, these women must show persistence anddetermination in order to keep their businesses afloat through thick and thin, essential characteristics of any business owner.

Come support women in both your town and neighboring towns by checking out these local businesses and helpMassachusetts become an even more appealing place for businesswomen to excel.

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I've done it all - I've worked in sales, in buying offices, and in management. I've worked for small highend boutiques, large department stores (Bonwit Teller, Filenes), and as an independent sales rep

for one of New York's best known knitwear designers.

Throughout my career, my passion has always been working directly with customers to help them bring out their very best. I love teaching people how to put their best-dressed selves forward and haveseen how valuable that can be. My practice focuses on teaching you how to do this for yourself, and mygoal is to position you to comfortably and confidently pull outfits together on your own. Whether youcome to me to tweak an existing style, for a complete makeover, or to transition your wardrobe after

a major weight change or life event, my goal is to empower you to be your own stylist!

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Carol Pietromonaco Murfin PT, MBAOwner, Physical TherapistBack to You Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Inc.19 North Main Street, Suite 1A,Sherborn, MA, 01770p. 508.545.2352 f. 508.545.2354www.backtoyoupt.com

Back to You Physical Therapy is proud to provide outpatient Physical Therapy services to the town of Sherborn and the surrounding communities of Dover,Framingham, Holliston, Medfield, Millis, Natick and Wellesley.

We provide one on one treatment, quality patient care, prompt evaluations, and areconveniently located in Sherborn center on route 27. We accept most insurances.We offer a warm, comfortable, spa-like feel, instead of a traditional clinic environment. We utilize Yoga and Pilates in our spine program, and offer video home exercise programs.

We offer Saturday mat Pilates classes. This class will help teach you how to modifyroutines based on your abilities, ensure proper form to prevent

re-injury while strengthening your core, all under the supervision of an experienced Physical Therapist and certified Pilates instructor.

We specialize in the following treatments:Back and Neck PainOrthopedic InjuriesSport Related injuries

Sprains, Strains, Tendonitis & Bursitis, ArthritisOrthopedic Rehabilitation after Surgery

FibromyalgiaBalance Disorders

With over 16 years of experience in Physical Therapy, Carol Pietromonaco Murfin opened Back to You PhysicalTherapy in April of 2011. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Mc Gill Universityin Montreal, Canada, in 1996. She received her Masters in Business Administration, from Babson College, in 2005.

Carol was the narrator of the “Ask the Therapist”podcast and the “Ask the Therapist” column in theSouth Shore Senior News and Boston SeniorityMagazine. She speaks English, French, Italian andsome Spanish. She is a certified Pilates teacher.


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American Skin Care was established in 1997. The ownerGlenda Kimberley worked for the Catherine Hinds Insti-tute of Esthetics for 16 years, a nationally accreditedschool for esthetics in the USA. Seeing first hand the ex-cellent education and technologies being utilized in theinstitute, but not in the marketplace, her passion was tobring the very best talented estheticians and technologyto a salon that would be affordable and convenient towomen that really wanted to maintain and improve their skin health and appearance, American Skin Carepromotes regular facials for cleaning and hydration with appropriate treatments for conditions such as dryness/dehydration. acne/problematic, uneven skin tone,rosacea, sensitivity, and, of course, anti-aging.

Our menu is extensive, and all clients are consulted withregarding facial methods and treatments that will givethem the results they wish to achieve. We offer a relaxingexperience that will leave each client with the best result. Our facials are a'la carte, we discuss the facialmethod that you will find most comfortable, and wethen recommend treatments that will help to reach your goals.American Skin Care • 493 High Street, Dedham • 781.329.9338

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in the sale of antiques, vintage, mid-century modern, ultra contemporary, jewelry & precious metals and known namedpieces. Tiffany is the owner of Above and Beyond Estate Sales, anestate sale company that services the greater Boston area and Massachusetts. She is very excited with the start of her new venture with Above and Beyond Consignment. Tiffany Kinder hasa background in the motion picture industry and was a set decorator and location manager for 17 years, before she startedAbove and Beyond Estate Sales. Because we host estate sales almost every weekend of the year throughout greater Boston, Massachusetts, you are sure to find some great estate finds in thestore each week. We are very excited to consign unique estatepieces from local communities in our greater Boston Consignment store. Above and Beyond Consignment is the placeto consign your fine home furnishings, art, jewelry and upscale accents.

Tiffany [email protected] Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492

781-449-0424 | www.aboveandbeyondconsignment.com

Recent Home Sales:Sold $1,260,000 43 Abbott Street, NeedhamSold $1,050,000 18 Cole Drive, MedfieldSold $900,000 8 Fieldstone Path, WalpoleSold $935,000 11 Orchard Street, Medfield

For additional information, and to view current listings, visit Robinʼs website:www.Robinwish.com

508-944-1967

Robin Wish is a woman who prefers to control her own destinythrough hard work, determination and sheer perseverance. It’s an approach to life – and business – that’s served her well from a youngage. The moment you meet Robin Wish, you can sense it. The Drive.She’s a woman with a unique inner determination that produced outstanding results spanning more than a decade in real estate.

For instance, Robin secured her bachelor’sdegree from Cornell University prior toearning her MBA from Loyola Universityof Chicago in 1985. She then embarkedon a career in medical marketing withJohnson & Johnson.

After 20 years in corporate America,Robin was ready for a new challenge.Combining her business savvy, marketingexpertise and love for houses, she transitioned into a career in real estate in 1999. Ever since, she’s been helpingpeople throughout Medfield, Walpoleand the surrounding communitiesacheive their real estate dreams.

“It’s extremely motivating to have the opportunity to play a significant role inhelping people with such an importantpersonal decision which is also a financial asset.” Robin says, and sheshould know.

She’s inspired every day by her ability toput herself in her client’s shoes and guidethem to making the best decisions fortheir individual needs.

Having moved many times herself, shecan emphathize with your situation andhelp make the best of it. “From my ownexperiences, real estate isn't just aboutgood or bad markets. It's also immenselypersonal. My goal is to understand the personal goals of my clients and negotiate the best possible financialtransaction to achieve their goals."

Robin has done just that, selling nearly250 homes in Medfield, Walpole and thesurrounding areas. Her clients refer theirfriends to her and return to her time andtime again. For Robin, meeting – and exceeding – her clients’ expectations isher passion.

“It’s a great compliment when pastclients ask me to assist them with such an integral part of their lives,” Robin says,“Knowing they’ve placed their ultimatetrust in me drives me to give my all tohelp them succeed.”

To make the most of your next move,contact Robin today and discover howher palpable “drive to excel” will createtruly remarkable results in real estate.


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• Do you constantly struggle to achieve and maintain your ideal weight?

• Are you being weighed down by chronic health problems?

• Do you find yourself making the same mistakes over and over again?

When you’ve done your best to solve these problems, but find thatthey are not under your voluntary control, you are experiencingunconscious self-sabotage. Healing from the Body Level UpTM

(HBLUTM) is a unique and effective way to get unstuck and eliminate struggle by clearing mental, emotional, physical, andspiritual blocks to success, so that you can finally achieve yourgoals! The originator of this holistic psychotherapy system, Dr. Judith Swack, has demonstrated her amazing phobia cures live on WCVB Channel 5 News, on TBS Superstation’s Worst Case Scenario, and on New England Cable News. She is a respectedhealer, teacher of healers, author, and keynote presenter at majorpsychology conferences. Dr. Judith Swack and her associate, DavidDanzig, LICSW, are now available for private sessions in person, orby phone.

“This work gave me back my life.”– Susan S., Writer, Boston, MA

“I’ve made more progress in the most important areas of my life in just a few sessions than I did in 5 years of traditionaltherapy. This woman is amazing! I’ve already referred 10 clientsto her.”

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Providing Quality Eye Care for the Entire Family Since 1987

• Comprehensive Eye Exams for Adults and Children• Evaluation & Treatment of Medical & Surgical Eye Diseases• Also offering BOTOX® and Juvederm® 20/20 Eye Care, P.C.

91B Central Street • Norwood, MA 02062781-501-5650

Feel free to browse our Optical ShopWe offer quality eyewear in the latest fashions

Visit us at: www.janedickerman.com

Jane Dickerman, M.D.Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Dr. Dickerman specializes in general ophthalmology, providing comprehensive eye care forentire families, in many cases for generations. She is well known for providing quality eyecare with a touch of kindness.

Dr. Dickerman is also trained and certified in facial rejuvenation. She has delighted many patients with her ability to evaluate and treat the effects of aging, sun damage, heredity,muscle action or other factors.

Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is consistently praised by our patients as “the best”and “most helpful” staff they’ve had the pleasure to deal with. We strive to be sure that yourexperience with us is satisfying and pleasant. We understand that you place your trust inus and we are dedicated to maintaining your eye health.

Our optical dispensary offers fashion eyewear and the latest in lens technology. We havea wide selection of frames to choose from at affordable prices.

HOWWE STARTEDMae Sullivan had been accompanying family members to doctor’s appointments and treatments when shenoticed that there were some patients in the waiting room who were all alone, in every sense of the word. Manyhad to arrange their own transportation without the help of their busy friends and families. Mae’s compassionfor others, combined with her experience in both the insurance and automobile industries, grew into an idea thatbecame Guardian Medical Companions. Mae’s business partner, Deidre Fisher — a friend Mae had gotten to know over several years through carpoolingtheir children to school — joined forces with Mae. Deidre has a business background in marketing research andstrategic planning. With family members working in the medical field, Deidre was all too familiar with the lackof options available for transportation and the difficulty individuals can have finding family and friends that areavailable to drive them or “sign them out” after procedures requiring anesthesia.In July, 2010, after months of research and planning, Guardian Medical Companions was born.

WHATWE DOGuardian has been providing rides and companionship to individuals in the Greater Boston area, driving to allthe major hospitals in Boston as well as local hospitals and clinics within a 30+ mile radius of their Newton base.Companions are friendly, warm, and provide clients a feeling of security. Guardian wants its clients to see themas an extension of their family when their families or friends are busy or living far away. Guardian’s tagline of“Don’t Go Alone” is its guiding principle. Companions can also stay with clients in the waiting room, assist them with check-in and check-out, providean extra set of “ears” during the medical appointment, help with making future appointments, along withcommunicating information to family members.

Guardian Medical Companions LLC233 Needham Street, Newton, MA 02464

guardianrides.com617.964.7433

Deidre FisherMae Sullivan



She is a consistent top producer and has

earned many coveted awards including Cen-

turion, Double Centurion and is a member of

the Century 21 Hall of Fame.

While working for Century 21, Diane has seen theCentury 21 Commonwealth grow to 17 offices and400 Realtors in Massachusetts while the nationalorganization expanded to become the world’slargest residential real estate organization.

Diane, with her assistant, Dick Tlapa, offers a broadvariety of services and sound advice for both sellers and buyers.

In the current economic conditions, it is even moreimportant to have a highly experienced Realtorworking for you.

Call Diane for any of your real estate needs and expect an experience that will please.

cell: [email protected]

266 MAIN STREETMEDFIELD, MA 02052

Diane Tlapa is a highly successful Real Estate agent forthe Century 21 Medfield office with 30 years’ experienceserving Medfield and surrounding communities.



A place to tone the body,Refresh the mind and

Explore the stillness within

Spectrum Yoga, 15R Cottage Street, Norwood, MA 02062

Spectrum Yoga is a friendly and serene studio in the heart ofNorwood center. Five talented and certified teachers offer arange of gentle to moderate Yoga and Yogabilities™ classes,Reiki treatments, and special relaxation workshops to help

you find balance and strength in a complicated world.

Owner and founder Melinda Coppola is a Yoga Therapist, Poet, Reiki Master and parent of a young woman on the Autism Spectrum. She founded Yogabilities™ , an adapted

approach to offering group and private Yoga and relaxation techniques for individuals withspecial needs. When asked why anyone should consider taking up Yoga, she said.“ We are

living in such stressful times. The pace of life has increased dramatically ; we are bombarded with unprecedented amounts of information and much of that is infused withnegativity and fear. This environment challenges our defenses and contributes significantly

to states of tension and dis-ease. More than ever , we need a toolbox of coping mechanisms to help us manage our energy and bring balance and peace to our hearts

and homes. Yoga. Reiki and meditation are invaluable practices that can make an enormous difference in your life.”

Bring in this ad for a FREE class! (Exp. 1/31/13)(781) 349-8139 • www.spectrumyoga.net

F rom as far back as I can remember I was happiest whendancing. My professional career began at age 14, when Iperformed in the Merry Widow at the Boston Opera

House. From there my grandmother and I moved to New YorkCity where I’d been offered a job as a soloist at Billy Rose’s Dia-mond Horseshoe, Latin Quarter, and Copacabana. Before long Iwas hired as a Ballerina at the Radio City Music Hall. The joy ofthese experiences will linger in my heart forever.

Now in my 53rd season, I have a superb faculty who grew upwith me and continue to impart my training and philosophy. Iam blessed and privileged to be a part of so many young lives,and I hope to continue for as many years as God gives me.

With love and deep appreciation to our wonderful community,

Paulette

Paulette’s Ballet StudioA Family Dance Center

Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Hip-Hop,

and Modern

53 Years of Dance, Joy and Love

Newton 190 Oak Street • 617-527-9565 Medfield 93 West Street • 508-359-5192 www.paulettesballetstudio.com

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Dr. Judith SwackHBLU

56 Pickering Street * Needham, MA 02492781.444.6940www.hblu.org

Natalie Kapourelakos & Anastasia TsoumbanosLakeview Pavilion

45 Lakeview Road • Foxborough, Ma508-543-9099

www.lakeviewpavilion.com

Dr. Jodi ParkerMedfield Orthodontics

266 Main Street Building 3, Suite 32A • Medfield, MA 02052508.359.1989

www.medfieldbraces.org

Founded By Donna KelleherNext Generation Children’s Center

4 Shaker Lane Walpole • MA 02081(508) 505-2018

15 Strathmore Road Natick • MA 01760(508) 655-6600

http://www.ngccenters.com/

Paulette HarwoodPaulette's Ballet Studio

190 Oak St. • Newton, MA 93 West St. • Medfield, MA617-527-9565 508-359-5192

paulettesballetstudio.com

Rosemarie Morelli-CrockerRosemarie Morelli Art Studio & School

399 North Street • Walpole, MA 02081508-668-4933

http://rosemariemorellicrocker.com/ArtClasses/index.html

Melinda CoppolaSpectrum Yoga

15R Cottage Street • Norwood, Ma 02062781-349-8139

www.spectrumyoga.net

Jane Dickerman, M.D.20/20 Eye Care, P.C.

91B Central Street • Norwood, MA 02062www.janedickerman.com

781-501-5650

Voicewize597 High Street • Dedham, MA 02026

781-329-2262www.voicewize.com

Sarah HenkenThe Wardrobe Doctor

508.523.5320www.wardrobedoctor.net

Dr. Jennifer LeeWest Mill Smiles

2 West Mill Street • Medfield, MA508-359-8004

westmillsmiles.com

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