Most of the media often paints all businesses with a single stroke, but in our experience businesses are each unique and so many of them are focused on making the world a better place. We’ve highlighted a few such gems below.

Sharon Koskoff | Art, Architecture & Community

I moved to Florida in 1985, from Brooklyn, New York and I followed my passions for mural painting and love of Art Deco Architecture…. What I discovered in the Palm Beaches was that our Arts and Cultural Institutions as the Armory Art Center, Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Lake Worth Playhouse, Dreyfoos School of the Arts and more, were uniquely housed in Art Deco structures. As president of the Art Deco Society of the Palm Beaches (ADSPB) I can educate audiences through tours and lectures about the significance of these endangered treasures and work to keep the Arts enthusiastically vital. Read more>>

Janet Heredia | Aromatherapist and Master Herbalist

As a local herbalist with a small apothecary in Miramar, Florida, I started my business out of a deep concern for the rising costs of both prescription and over-the-counter medications. These costs often place a heavy burden on individuals and families, and many pharmaceutical options come with a range of side effects and the risk of addiction. I believe in returning to the old-fashioned ways of caring for ourselves, methods that our ancestors relied on long before the invention of modern drugs. Read more>>

Nina Rodriguez | Certified Grief Support Specialist & Podcast Host

In a world that all too often shies away from the realities of grief, my mission is to challenge the silence that surrounds loss. Too often, people are left to navigate the complexities of grief on their own, contributing to the growing loneliness epidemic*. This disconnection, both from self and community, has profound consequences—affecting our mental and physical health, relationships, workplaces, and beyond. Read more>>

Terrell Sumpter | Empowerment Catalyst | Champion of Youth Empowerment | Architect of Resilient Leadership

Choosing to Keep Going: In the face of challenges, the decision to keep going rather than give up is often what leads to the most significant breakthroughs and growth. At The Inspire Before We Expire LLC, we firmly believe in the power of persistence. Every obstacle presents an opportunity to learn, adapt, and ultimately succeed. Our journey has not always been easy, but it is through perseverance that we have seen the greatest impact. We’ve witnessed countless individuals transform their lives by embracing challenges and pushing forward despite difficulties. For instance, the young leaders we mentor often face setbacks, but their continued efforts lead to remarkable achievements and contributions to their communities. Read more>>

Kim Praitano | CEO & President of Gilda’s Club South Florida, Inc.

Gilda’s Club South Florida is a warm and welcoming community and wraparound services for men, women, and children impacted by cancer. Inspired by the legacy of comedian Gilda Radner, our club offers a unique blend of emotional and social support through comprehensive programming. We proudly serve individuals at every stage of their cancer journey, understanding that the diagnosis affects not just the patient, but their loved ones as well. Our services include mental health counseling, support groups, cancer education, healthy living classes, social activities and care navigation Read more>>