Attention South Florida Residents! On September 1, 2010, The Fairchild Palms is hosting a great networking event from 6:30pm – 9:00pm at the Green Seal Certified Epic Hotel’s, Area 31 Terrace located at 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way. The Fairchild Palms is the young professionals’ networking group of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and they will be fundraising for The Fairchild Challenge,
a South Florida-based environmental education and conservation program credited for leading a green revolution in schools nationwide. 100% of donation proceeds are used to support the program dedicated to fostering lifelong environmental awareness, scholarship and stewardship in teenagers, pre-teens and their families.
I think this local organizations environmental mission deserves kudos. A tip for you… The Fairchild Palms encourages a $10 voluntary donation at the door. Money well spent in my opinion, because the event offers two for one drinks, free appetizers, awesome views and access to great people while supporting a good cause.
To learn more about the event or the organization, check them out on Facebook.
Iris Fields is always learning in order to broaden our horizons. We were asked and accepted the chairman position leading the charity efforts for the PGA World Golf Championship being held in Miami, Florida at the Doral Golf Resort and Spa on March 7-13, 2011. Let’s talk about our company and its involvement with golf…we have had none! Why? Because we are a “Green” company and we take that title very seriously. It is no secret that there are environmental concerns over the use of land for golf courses. Wikipedia lists the major issues to include the amount of water, chemical pesticides and fertilizers used for maintenance, as well as the destruction of wetlands and other environmentally important areas during construction. So why did we accept? We did our homework and were happy to learn that the PGA of America partnered with Audubon International to form a Golf and Environment Initiative which strives to foster environmental awareness, action, and positive results throughout the game. The Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses awards certification to recognize golf courses that protect the environment, conserve natural resources, and provide wildlife habitats and Doral Golf Resort and Spa is on the Audubon International Certified Golf Course List. Doral met the requirements to achieve certification by demonstrating leadership, commitment, and high standards on environmental management.
We will keep you posted, as the information becomes available, on the websites where the PGA World Golf Championship tickets can be purchased will support South Florida charities.
So you have picked out your dress, your venue, your décor and your flowers. There is still so much to do for you big wedding day, but one of the top priorities of course is your hair style. Autumn brides, pay attention! According to becomegorgeous.com, styling pros created an infinite selection of Fall 2010 bridal hair styles for any hair length that are perfect for any weather condition that mother nature decides to throw at you on your special day.
A perfect updo from wickedrice via Flickr
If you’re looking for a classy up-do we recommends wedding buns or twists. Pairing chic buns with hair accessories or braids boost dimension and by playing around with volume and your hair part can help bring out your finest features.
Classy Updo via becomegorgeous.com
Another type of updo to consider is the sculpted uptown updo. If you’re not into the traditional look and are a little more creative these updos are perfect for you. They are described by becomegorgeous.com as high and perked up hair styles that include stylish hair accessories such as fresh flowers, barrettes, tiaras and hair combs. “These all would further increase the ‘va-va-voom’ effect of your look.”
Scultped Uptown Updo via becomegorgeous.com
The half-updos are perfect for a bride who wants a feminine and charming hairdo that’s different from your everyday style. This hair style could include pinning loose locks in a Bohemian style, or intensify your look by going all out with curls. Adding details could turn these natural styles into formal updos perfect for your big day.
Half-Updo via becomegorgeous.com
No matter what you are looking for, whether it is a classy updo, a sculpted updo or a half-updo, make sure you schedule at least one trial run before your big day. You can even combine these styles to make the perfect look to match your gown and atmosphere.
Melissa Raskin, co-founder of Iris Fields, spoke last night to the Financial Planner’s Association of Miami-Dade on new social media tools and services that are currently available. Financial service professionals have had to open up to using new marketing techniques in order to raise awareness of their existence and communicate the benefits of their services to a new audience, and Melissa was the perfect entrepreneur to showcase these new marketing mediums. Congratulations Melissa on a job well done!
Melissa Raskin speaks at the FPA of Miami-Dade on July 20, 2010
The Financial Planning Association® (FPA®) connects those who need, support and deliver financial planning. We believe that everyone is entitled to objective advice from a competent, ethical financial planner to make smart financial decisions. FPA members demonstrate a professional commitment to education and a client-centered financial planning process.
- Ariana G. Stecker of Iris Fields
www.irisfields.com
Last night, Ariana G. Stecker, co-founder of Iris Fields, was honored to be included in the panel for the Dress for Success Financial Literacy Program. She spoke to a group of women about being a female entrepreneur, breaking into the business, the obstacles she had to overcome while doing so, and much more.
Ariana has been very involved with Dress for Success, a program that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support, and career development tools to help women thrive in both work and in life.
Great job, Ariana!
- Melissa Raskin of Iris Fields
www.irisfields.com
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Attention South Florida Residents! On September 1, 2010, The Fairchild Palms is hosting a great networking event from 6:30pm – 9:00pm at the Green Seal Certified Epic Hotel’s, Area 31 Terrace located at 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way. The Fairchild Palms is the young professionals’ networking group of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and they will be fundraising for The Fairchild Challenge,
Ariana Gordon Stecker