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DEBBIE BAUM
NYC REAL ESTATE BROKER AT THE CORCORAN GROUP
Your tagline is “Real estate will always be in fashion.” What inspired you?
I have been using this tagline for the last 20 years! Whether prices are up, down, or sideways, people are always buying, selling, or renting. There is continuous movement. Conversations often turn to the topic of real estate. The popularity of reality real estate TV shows is indicative of the ongoing interest in not only the properties but in the cast of characters who facilitate the transactions!
Continuing in the fashion vein, tell us what you wear on a typical day.
I like to dress up for my clients. I go for “professional with a twist.” And whatever I wear has to look good with flats or sneakers. I am still pounding the pavement; however, the days of me doing it in high heels are over!
How have your many years in the fashion business prepared you for success as a real estate broker?
Because I ran designer fashion brand companies, I entered this field with
a background in sales, management, marketing, public relations, advertis- ing, and finance. I did a fair amount of public speaking and interviews on TV as well as for trade publications. This experience has helped me build my customer base and brand. It’s also enabled me to choose excellent team members. It’s a joy to work with them. You have hit a milestone. Tell us about it. Yes, I hit over $500M in sales. I did not reach this number by selling only high-end properties. I have a volume business and rarely turn anything down. I have sold properties ranging from $140K to $23,250,000 and I enjoy every transaction. I am very ap- preciative of my customers, who have trusted me over the years.
Now what?
Now, I hit the next $500M!
PEOPLE TO KNOW HUDSON GRACE
MEET MONELLE TOTAH
AND GARY MCNATTON
For years, Monelle Totah worked in home and tabletop
product development for high-profile retail companies
like Williams-Sonoma and Banana Republic. A self-
proclaimed “ultimate consumer,” she is known for spending
months in Europe locating the perfect treasure trove of vintage and original
items for home décor. While Monelle’s fervor is for curating, her best friend, Gary McNatton, has a passion for design and fragrances. In fact, Gary—with his three decades of experience delivering award-winning design and production—has been credited with developing Gap’s personal-care division into a $200 million-a-year business.
After years of talking about it, the two best friends decided to take the yin and yang of
their friendship to the next level and open a shop of their own called Hudson Grace featuring timeless original and vintage décor. The flagship store, located in the tony Presidio Heights neighborhood in San Francisco, was coveted by locals as a “best-kept secret.” Like most se- crets, however, word quickly spread about Hudson Grace’s exquisite collection of home goods, which are rooted in simplicity and authenticity. Today, Hudson Grace has nine stores nation- wide, including in Sag Harbor and its newest store on Bleecker Street in Manhattan.
The Sheet recently asked the cofounders to share one tip about their respective design philosophies.
Your brand has been called a juxtaposition of your design aesthetics and retail pedi- grees—can you give our readers one tip about design?
MT: Don’t just design with beauty and practicality in mind—buy that way too.
GM: Keep things simple. I’ve always said that there’s a comfort in holding something beautiful and chunky and not at all delicate. Hudson Grace chooses items that are meant to be used and to be loved.
So whether you’re looking for the perfect hostess gift or are redecorating, run, don’t walk, to Hudson Grace to find that unique and timeless one-of-a-kind item to fit your needs.
PETER THOMAS ROTH...
The Man Behind The Brand
Peter Thomas Roth, CEO, founder, and formulator of Pe- ter Thomas Roth Clinical Skin Care, is an influential segment leader in the beauty industry and continues to corner the clinical market as a ground- breaking, results-focused inno- vator. With endless awards for a multitude of products over the years, Peter is committed to delivering on his brand philos- ophy: Breakthrough formulas. Astonishing results.
What are your summer skincare tips?
Always apply sunscreen on your face, chest, neck, and hands, since these areas easily show signs of sun damage and are big give- aways of your actual age. To keep your skin looking hydrated and youthful, I recommend applying my Water Drench® Broad Spectrum SPF 45 before you go out and using my cooling Cucumber Gel Mask when you’re back. Brilliant!”
What inspired you to launch your very successful skincare brand?
I wanted effective products to treat my personal skin concerns, which began with acne and eventually included anti-aging. Skincare is also a huge part of my heritage! My grandparents owned a spa in Hungary and people would come from all over to soak in the mineral-rich thermal springs there. I always knew I would go in that direction. What is the mission of your brand?
I lead all research and development at my state-of-the-art lab and manufacturing facility, where I work with my chemists to ensure my products are the highest quality. I always use the most effective ingredients at the maxi- mum strength possible and source ingredi- ents from all over the world to create flawless, brighter, clearer, younger-looking skin.
Which of your products are your personal favorites?
My favorites are my Anti-Aging Cleansing Gel and Skin to Die ForTM No-Filter Mattify- ing Primer. After washing my face with my Anti-Aging Cleansing Gel, I apply either
my Water Drench® Cloud Cream or Water Drench® Broad Spectrum SPF 45, depending on how my day looks! I always follow with my Skin to Die ForTM Mattifying Primer to kill the shine and blur everything.
Hayley Silvers
Mischa Abend
Abey Fuks
Ava Litman
KIDS CANCEL CANCER
EVENT BY TEEN ADVOCATES TO FUND PEDIATRIC CANCER RESEARCH
Kids Cancel Cancer is the latest fundraiser benefiting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), an international organization committed to funding world-class cancer research. Unlike other fundraising events, this one was created and organized by adoles- cents to raise money for pediatric cancer research.
While pediatric cancer deaths have declined by 65 percent over the past few decades, cancer remains one of the leading causes of death for children and accounts for more than 1,000 deaths each year and 10,000 new cases.
This inaugural event will take place on August 17 at the Clubhouse in East Hampton from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Parents are more than welcome to attend too. Tickets are $100 for kids, $125 for adults. Visit waxman cancer.org/kids-cancel-cancer for more information, to purchase tick- ets, or to become a sponsor.
Here’s what we hear from the young event cochairs:
Why did you get involved? What is your goal?
“My grandfather, for whom I was named, died of pancreatic cancer before I was born. I want my friends to know and understand that re- search can lead to a cure to end this horrible illness,” said Hayley Silvers.
“My great-grandmother and great-grandfather sadly both died of cancer before I was born. Cancer impacts so many families around the world, so my main goal is to raise awareness and hopefully make a difference,” said Mischa Abend.
“Kids Cancel Cancer means a chance to raise awareness amongst my peers and inspire them to get involved. The event will be a fun and entertaining day with a purpose. Those who attend should expect to be touched and inspired by the work of the foundation,” said Abey Fuks.
“Cancer has affected my family in so many ways. I have seen many dark days stemming from this horrible disease. I hope I can make a dif- ference in raising awareness to help eradicate cancer,” said Ava Litman.
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