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LIFESTYLE PROFILES
Welcome to Lifestyle Frisco’s weekly video interview series, LIFESTYLE PROFILES.
Watch while our CEO, Wendi McGowan-Ellis, is “discovering and disclosing the people who create the fabric of Frisco.”
Jason W. Taylor – A Man Making an Impact in Frisco
Interview #101 Making an impact in the tech community and for men in medical crisis, Jason W. Taylor is the President of Code...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Wendi McGowan-Ellis – Leading the Local Media Landscape in Frisco
Interview #100 "The fact is that 6 years ago, when Scott and I started Lifestyle Frisco, I was as near as possible a different...
by Scott Ellis
Alana Matthews – Inspirational Executive on Ice with the Dallas Stars
Interview #99 "If I can have any impact in women coming into the sports world and taking their seat at the table, then I am...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Ollie Chandhok and Kevin Cummings – Covering Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Frisco
Interview #98 We love to know what other media companies are doing here in the North Texas area, so watch as Ollie Chandhok,...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Ann Harris – A Helping Heart for the Homeless in Frisco
Interview #97 Among our affluent and growing suburban neighborhoods lies an issue that remains hidden: Homelessness. Ann Harris,...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
David Barnes and Bill Foreman – Making Good Men Even Better in Frisco
Interview #96 Building character in men without religion or politics, David Barnes and Bill Foreman are leading by example at...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Melissa Winton – Sleigh The Holidays at CRAFTED
Interview #94 It's time to turn up the Christmas music and break out the holiday decor (if you haven't already!). Instead of...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Rhonda Colgrove – Run First… Eat Later! with the North Texas Turkey Trot
Interview #93 It's time to get your gobble going, but before all the turkey and trimmings, watch Rhonda Colgrove, Chair of the...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Donny Churchman – An Update on The Rail District
Interview #92 Almost two years later, we had to have Donny Churchman back on the PROFILES to update us on all the projects Nack...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Dr. Andrew Gelfand and Dr. Devika Rao – The Dangers of Vaping in Frisco
Interview #91 Young people who use e-cigarettes are four times more likely to start smoking cigarettes than their peers who do...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Scott Vetterick – Deputy Chief of the Frisco Fire Department
Interview #90 Deputy Chief Scott Vetterick joined the Frisco Fire Department in 2005 and has been serving Frisco ever since....
by Scott Ellis
Sunitha Cheruvu and Allison Miller – Getting Our Kids Future Ready at the Frisco Education Foundation
Interview #89 Making a difference by investing in and inspiring the future of our children, Sunitha Cheruvu and Allison Miller...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Stephanie Seay – Saving Money While Saving Lives in Frisco
Interview #88 A lifestyle and fashion blogger in Dallas, Stephanie Seay is a Co-Chair of Partners Card 2019. Your $70 Partners...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Dr. Mike Waldrip – Knowing Each Child by Name and Need
Interview #87 All the way from Post, Texas, just southeast of Lubbock, Dr. Mike Waldrip, our Frisco ISD Superintendent, is...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
How to Have Happier and More Successful Students with Tutor Doctor
Interview #86 While grades are the yardstick by which we measure students, instilling confidence and a love of learning brings...
by Scott Ellis
Keith Ashley and Kaylee Kelley – Bringing Oktoberfest to Frisco
Interview #85 An authentic German experience, Oktoberfest, is coming to Frisco! SBG Hospitality organizer Kaylee Kelley and...
by Scott Ellis
Kimberly Wade On The Fight Against Pediatric Cancer
Interview #84 We’re honored to have Kimberly Wade, founder of Kids Shouldn’t Have Cancer, join us to tell the story of her...
by Scott Ellis
Lesa Nelson and Beth Crain – Changing Bodies for the Better and BEYOND in Frisco
Interview #83 Coming from major retailer corporate backgrounds, Lesa Nelson and Beth Crain are changing bodies for the better...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
William Shaddock – How The Shaddock Family Brings Luxury Living to Frisco
Interview #82 Coming from a well-known name here in Frisco, William Shaddock is the second generation developing and designing...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Logan Stout – Hidden Gem Making Magic at ID Life
Interview #81 A "hidden gem" in the 75033, Logan Stout is a local man making things happen with his company, ID Life, a...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
George Galanopoulos – Our New Head Coach of the Texas Legends
Interview #80 From Illinois to Indiana to California to New Zealand, meet globe-trotting George Galanopoulos, our 6th head coach...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Shannon Hammond – Helping You “Escape” the Ordinary in Frisco
Interview #79 This bubbly blond who’s been here over 20 years, Shannon Hammond has seen tons of change happen in Frisco....
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Rooha Alexander and Tushar Jain – “Conspire”ing to Take Over Frisco
Interview #78 Entrepreneurship is emerging everywhere in Frisco… Meet Rooha Alexander and Tushar Jain two young entrepreneurs...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Alicia Bush – Building Shelters and Healing Hearts at Treasured Vessels
Interview #77 This southern beauty from Texarkana has a HUGE heart... Alicia Bush is the founder of Treasured Vessels, a 501C3...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Rick Fletcher – Making Music Street Happen in Frisco
Interview #76 In 1985, Rick Fletcher arrived in the Dallas area and not long after settled in Frisco for a software company job....
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Jennifer Harper – Bringing FRESH to Frisco
Interview #75 From California to Frisco, Jennifer Harper is bringing FRESH to Frisco with the Frisco Fresh Market. As the second...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Shelley Holley – Leading the Library of the Future in Frisco
Interview #74 Leading the most progressive library in the State of Texas, thanks in large part to her vision, Shelley Holley is...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Brandi Werner and Erin Miller – Shattered Dreams in Frisco
Interview #73 "Shattered Dreams" is a two-day program designed to educate students about the dangers of underage drinking and...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Shenna Lawless – First Female VFW Post Commander of Frisco
Interview #72 Decorated combat veteran and recipient of 12 Army Medals and the Combat Action Badge, let's meet the first female...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
John Lettelleir – Development Services Director for City of Frisco
Interview #71 Managing planning, building inspections, code enforcement and health and food safety, John Lettelleir has led the...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Sidharth Sood – Winner of Y.E.A. Investors Pitch Panel in Frisco
Interview #70 Winner of the 2019 Young Entrepreneurs Academy "Investors Pitch Panel," Sidharth Sood has founded Arise...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Danyel Surrency-Jones – The Power and Sophistication Behind PowerHandz
Interview #69 From working at a medical device company, to co-founding and leading a global athletic product tech company,...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Sue Chapman and Lari Mcconegly – Healing Horses and Hearts at Becky’s Hope Horse Rescue
Interview #68 Two of the most lively and heart-warming women we've interviewed yet... Sue Chapman and Lari Mcconegly of...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Erin Hudson – President of Frisco Football League
Interview #67 Correction: Since publishing we've learned that the first female president of the FFL was Julie Saner Markham...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Ashley Miller – Brains and Beauty with NBCF in Frisco
Interview #66 Born in Cajun Country, she got here as quick as she could, and today Ashley Miller is leading community relations...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Dana Cheney – The First Lady of Frisco Texas
Interview #65 From being raised on a ranch to Frisco’s First Lady, Dana Cheney is like most other moms in Frisco - running a...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Paul Simon and Dustin Paschal – Super Lawyers with Super Big Hearts
Interview #64 With hearts as big as their Texas Super Lawyer personalities, Paul Simon and Dustin Paschal are "leading the...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Lauren Stephan – Toasting and Tasting with Frisco Uncorked
Interview #63 Creating memorable experiences through unforgettable events, let's meet Lauren Stephan, Founder and President of...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Stacy Alton – Leading Collaborative Critical Thinking at Leadership Prep
Interview #62 Born and raised in Oklahoma, Stacy Alton, Superintendent of Leadership Prep School, got here as fast as she could....
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Amy Rudy and Christi Mitchell – Fundraising and Friendship with the Frisco Women’s League
Interview #61 Volunteering, fundraising, and friendship that improves the quality of life in our community, watch as Amy Rudy...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Andy Milovich – Raising the Bar on RoughRiders Baseball in Frisco
Interview #60 Connecting fans and raising the bar on baseball, Andy Milovich, the new President and General Manager of the...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
V. Scott Ellis – The Man Behind Our Brand
Interview #59 With a passion for small business and all things digital, our Co-Founder and COO, V. Scott Ellis, is the brains...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Pat DeLange – Teaching All Ages How to Splish, Splash, and Swim in Frisco
Interview #58 A lovely lady with a sweet spot for swimming, meet Pat DeLange, (or as she's better known "Ms. Pat"), founder...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Alcyr Coelho – A Lifetime of Practical Fitness for Everyone
Interview #57 With every workout session as a one-on-one, private experience, Alcyr Coelho is delivering on fitness goals in...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Laura Beard and Josh Kappers – Helping the Hosts Be A Guest at Their Own Event
Interview #56 Who do chefs like Tre Wilcox turn to for assistance at events? Meet Sasta founder Laura Beard and her CTO Josh...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Heather Canterbury – Feeding Frisco One Bowl at a Time
Interview #55 A passionate non-profit leader, Heather Canterbury is working hard to feed our hungry children at Frisco...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
John Clendening – His Love Letter to Frisco
Interview #54 From California kid to corporate communications at EDS, John Clendening has written a "love letter to Frisco" in...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Danny Mehta – Investor, Entrepreneur, and Downtown Advisor
Interview #53 The newest President of the Downtown Merchant Association, Danny Mehta is one of The Rail District's biggest...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Mike Simpson – From Small Town Boy to Mayor to CEO
Interview #52 A West Virginia-native who’s lived all over the U.S., former Mayor Mike Simpson is now the CEO of the Boys...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Brittany Colberg – A Woman of Integrity
Interview #51 With over 10 years in the title insurance industry, Brittany Colberg is a Frisco woman of integrity with a warm...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Happy Holidays from the Lifestyle Frisco Team
Interview #50 Another Christmas ALREADY? Seriously, what the Elf? It seems like we just cleared up the tinsel from last...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Melanie Nance – Connecting Others in Frisco
Interview #49 One of the best-networked ladies in Frisco, Melanie Nance is Frisco's "Young Professional of the Year" and a...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Mayor Jeff Cheney – PGA Relocating to Frisco
Interview #48 Frisco has made international news when Mayor Jeff Cheney announced, along with City Council, a ground-breaking...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Nicole Barron, Kelly Walker, and Yvonne Brown – the Lady Leaders of Lifestyle Frisco
Interview #47 These ladies create story ideas, write articles, edit posts, share everything on our social media channels, and...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Karen Necciai and Tricia Stimac – Creative Gifting with a Social Twist
Interview #46 Creating unique gifts of all kinds, Karen Necciai and Tricia Stimac are providing custom and personalized items...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Charlie Wendell – Letting the Music Bring Hope
Interview #45 Using music to raise awareness and funds for other nonprofits, Charlie Wendell is the Founder and Executive...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Brian Wysong and Jeb Matulich – Handcrafted Texas Apparel by Tumbleweed Texstyles
Interview #44 Meet Brian Wysong and Jeb Matulich, founders of Tumbleweed Texstyles, a brand that has it's own Frisco...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Allison Burum and Chris Morgan – Thanks and Giving with the North Texas Turkey Trot
Interview #43 This Thanksgiving, the mashed potatoes will wait and you can DVR the Macy's parade. Meet Allison Burum,...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Shannon Kmak and Heather Webb – Giving Through Gifting at JLCC
Interview #42 With a gift for giving, Shannon Kmak, President of the Junior League of Collin County, and Heather Webb, Chair of...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Jasin Burt – Creating a Craft Cocktail and Dining Culture
Interview #41 Pull up a seat at the dark, hardwood bar that the runs the length of the restaurant, order your favorite classic...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Matt Wixon – Fourth Down in Texas
Interview #40 “Where Friday Night Lights Meets Concussion,” Matt Wixon is the Facilitator for Athletics in the...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Bill Cates – Frisco’s First Veteran of the Year
Interview #39 Having lived in Frisco for 87 years, Bill Cates is our city's first recipient of Mayor Cheney's Distinguished...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Jill McMillan and Christine Jorgensen – Kicking Pediatric Cancer to the Curb for Kids
Interview #38 Creating awareness and increasing support to find a cure for pediatric cancers, Jill McMillan, on the board of...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Dawn Cruzan – Seeing and Serving the Overlooked through Camp Craig Allen
Interview #37 Delightful as she is professional, Dawn Cruzan is the Founder and President of Camp Craig Allen. Come join us at...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Crystal Gornto – Replacing the Noise with HeartStories
Interview #36 On the outside do you look like you have it all together, but on the inside, you’re fighting a soundtrack of...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Andre Angel – An Entrepreneur Ending Hunger
Interview #35 After taking his kids to volunteer at a food pantry in Plano, TX, Andre Angel was shocked to discover that hunger...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Frisco Flyers – Frisco’s Newest Volleyball Club
Interview #34 Jason Rogers and Bill Raitt were looking for the right sport for their kids and an opportunity to help them learn...
by Scott Ellis
Earnest Morgan – From Bar-B-Que to Burning Bridges for a New Life in Frisco
Interview #33 With a passion for people, this teddy bear of a gentleman, Earnest Morgan, is touching lives and moving hearts in...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Allyson Mendel – California Beauty Bringing the Best to Real Estate in Frisco
Interview #32 This week, let’s meet Allyson Mendel. With a college National Volleyball Championship and a father who played in...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Peter Burns – Building the Future of Entrepreneurship in Frisco
Interview #31 Building the future of entrepreneurship in Frisco, Peter Burns is the Program Manager for Young Entrepreneurs...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Lauren Newman Burge – From Farmland to Fastest Growing City
Interview #30 The Newman family was here before Frisco was Frisco. Listen in as Lauren Newman Burge tells the story of her...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Dave Frakes – Welcome To The Family at Industrial Cigar Company
Interview #29 Years ago one evening, catching his grown sons smoking cigars in the family hot tub, father Dave Frakes found a...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Carrie and Daniel Himel – Bringing Baseball Tournaments to Tweens with Middle School Matchup
Interview #28 Carrie and Daniel Himel, weren’t satisfied with the fact that their middle school aged boys couldn’t play...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Jordan Knowles – Driving Frisco Forward with Fast Forward Valet
Interview #27 This week, let’s meet Frisco’s favorite valet, Jordan Knowles, founder and CEO of Fast Forward Valet. If you...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Kristin Grammar – Creating Connections and Commercial Developments in Frisco
Interview #26 Connected to almost everyone in Frisco, Kristin Grammar is an Associate Vice President at TIG Real Estate, a...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Jenny Dean – Frisco’s Fitness Femme Fatale
Interview #25 This week, let's meet Jenny Dean, Founder of Jenny Dean Fitness, and a Frisco fitness pioneer. Jenny believes in...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Marsha Clark – Enhancing the Pipeline of Powerful Female Leadership
Interview #24 A woman who is in full possession of her mind, who is responsible for her thoughts and actions, and who is...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Uma Mohan – Empowering Frisco Kids to Think Critically
Interview #23 For many of us, summer break means a welcome shift to less-structured days, more flexibility, and no required...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Heidi Wysocki – Avoiding, Mitigating, and Overcoming Active Shooter Situations
Interview #22 We're 23 weeks into 2018, and across our country, there have already been 23 school shootings where someone...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Brandon Frakes and Gabe Harris – The Go Local Guys
Interview #21 This week, we got the Go Local guys - Brandon Frakes and Gabe Harris - out from behind the camera to talk about...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Raj Chhadua – The Pharmacist Focused on YOU
Interview #20 With leadership experience in pharmacy operations, compliance, and overall quality improvement, Raj Chhadua and...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Tomasz Kwiatkowski – Sales Exec and Strategist with a Passion for People
Interview #19 "Give Back. Make Things Happen. Take Risks." All mottos of Tomasz Kwiatkowski. A natural connection builder with...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Susan Sanders – Developing the UNT Texas Fashion Collection
Interview #18 Guarding a unique repository of high fashion and style, Frisco resident Susan Sanders is the University of North...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Kevin Hail – Comforting Others with HOPE for a Cure at National Breast Cancer Foundation
Interview #17 Since we tape all our LIFESTYLE PROFILES vides in the National Breast Cancer Foundation studios, the opportunity...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Raphael Smith – Serial Entrepreneur for Athletes
Interview #16 As a serial entrepreneur in the sports and athletic industry, Raphael Smith is changing the way injuries are...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Erin Smith – Business Strategist and Entrepreneur Expert Delivering the Entrepreneur Summit
Interview #15 Erin Smith has a vast background in the corporate world and entrepreneurship. Starting out from college with a...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Michael Davis – Kids’ Character Development at ETHOS Education Group
Interview #14 Frisco resident Michael Davis is meeting social and emotional needs for kids through character development...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Scott Pontikes – Founder of Scotty P’s – A FOODIE Before It Was a Fad
Interview #13 This week, let's meet Scott Pontikes, founder of Scotty P's Hamburgers. Scott was a foodie before being a...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Peter Claffey – Leading All the Mind-Stretching Fun at Sci-Tech Discovery Center
Interview #12 Executive Director of the Sci-Tech Discovery Center, Petter Claffey brings energy, enthusiasm, and expertise to...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Johnny Dela Valdene – Keeping Frisco Fit at Cowboys Fit
Interview #11 Johnny Dela Valdene is an entrepreneur in the truest sense... He has never worked for anyone else. As the CEO of...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Tre Wilcox – James Beard Award Winning Chef with Techniques, Recipes, and Execution
Interview #10 Tre Wilcox looks like he belongs at the gym more than in a kitchen. If judging his athletic physique, many are...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Suad Bejtovic – The Best Dressed Photographer in the World
Interview #9 Suad Bejtovic is the best-dressed photographer in the world… He has a big Canon and he’s not afraid to shoot...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Thomas Finley – Making Frisco Smarter at the Public Library
Interview #8 Thomas Finley is the Adult Services Manager at the Frisco Public Library. As a former book scout for Larry...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Casey McEuin – Furthering Opportunities for Veterans Through Project RELO
Interview #7 Casey McEuin is the President and Executive Director of Project RELO. He's on a mission to create opportunities...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Tammy Meinershagen – A Champion for the Flourishing Arts in Frisco
Interview #6 As Executive Director of Frisco Arts, Tammy Meinershagen is on a mission to advance the Arts in our community. Hear...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Brooklyn and Matt Calloway – Sharing Their Passion For Downtown Frisco
Interview #5 Brooklyn and Matt Calloway have a passion for all things vintage including historic Frisco. Brooklyn is a former...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Tracie Shipman – What Makes Frisco Special
Interview #4 As a former Mayor Pro Tem, Tracie Reveal Shipman has a unique historical perspective on Frisco. In this interview,...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Donny Churchman – The Man Behind “The Rail District”
Interview #3 Join us for an enlightening conversation with Donny Churchman, the man behind "The Rail...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Lorie Medina – Frisco’s First Chief of Staff
Interview #2 In this episode, learn Lorie's favorite vice, her biggest drive, how she helps set the pace of the growth in...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
Jeff Trykoski – The Man Behind the Lights in Frisco Square
Interview #1 Get the inside story on the start of the light and music show every Holiday season in Frisco Square. How many...
by Wendi McGowan-Ellis
