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2025 Community Builders' Luncheon - January 8th at The 1912 Club

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2026 Community Builders’ Luncheon: January 8th at The 1912 Club

Join us for our Eighth Annual Community Builders’ Luncheon — an afternoon dedicated to connection, collaboration, and celebrating the people who make our communities thrive.

Community Builder Shoutouts

Meet these leaders at The Community Builders’ Luncheon:


Cristina Hartley, Owner
Young Rembrandts Chester/Delaware/Montgomery Counties
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Young Rembrandts stands apart from typical craft-based children’s programs by focusing exclusively on teaching drawing-the foundation of all visual arts. The curriculum uses a unique step-by-step method to build fundamental skills that develop both artistic ability and confidence for all ages.

Learn more at youngrembrandts.com/chestercounty/view-classes-enroll/


Brooke Stengel, Independent College Counselor
YourCollegeApps.com

Brooke’s wealth of experience stems from her work on both the high school and college sides of the admissions process. She believes that applying to college is about finding the best fit for each individual and enjoys helping students determine what they hope to gain from their college experiences.

Learn more at yourcollegeapps.com/about


Melissa Yelito, Founder
MY Advocacy LLC
Proud Main Line Parent Member

MY Advocacy guides families through special education, equipping caregivers to advocate for their child’s rights. It also provides transition consulting for youth with disabilities (14+), supporting plans for employment, education, and independent living.

Learn more at myadvocacyllc.com.


Jon Dyer and Mike Lieber, Co Owners
Artisan Painting
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Serving our community since 2014, Artisan Painting brings hospitality and craftsmanship to interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing with a lifetime guarantee, and handyman services. Financing available.

Learn more at artisanpaintingllc.com


Emily Gatto, Outpatient Therapist
TLC Wellness
Proud Main Line Parent Member

TLC Wellness offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. They accept insurance and provide in-person or virtual care. Their licensed team helps with anxiety, trauma, life changes, parenting, and more.

Learn more at WellWithTLC.com.


Kathleen Goughler, VP of Outreach, Residential
Embark Behavioral Health
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Learn more at embarkbh.com.


Jennifer Moorehead, Founder/CEO
Science Explorers

Join the FUN with Award-Winning Science Explorers! Since 1999, they have inspired curiosity through hands-on STEM exploration- CAMPS and CLUBS, building and launching rockets, getting elbow deep with chemistry that bubbles and foams, dissecting sharks and squid! Space is limited, register today!

Learn more at scienceexplorers.com.


Dominique Spencer, Baker, Cake Artist & Owner
A Whisk Worth Tasting

A Whisk Worth Tasting is a fully licensed and insured home bakery specializing in intricate and beyond delicious custom cakes for all occasions. Owner, Nika Spencer, teaches private and public cupcake decorating classes throughout the year and ships lactation cookies nationwide every week.

Learn more at WhiskWorthTasting.com.


Darryl Schick, Owner
Plymouth Performing Arts Center & First Notes
Proud Main Line Parent & Philadelphia Family Members

In its 22nd year, Plymouth Performing Arts Center (formerly known as Music Training Center) enriches the lives of children through performing arts and music education. Students attend year-round musical theatre classes and summer camps, voice and piano lessons, and the First Notes baby-toddler music program in PPAC’s modern performance venue in the Plymouth Meeting Mall.

Learn more at https://ppac.live.


Samantha Humes, Realtor
Keller Williams


Ilyse Shapiro, Chief Confectionery Officer
The Candy Lab
Proud Main Line Parent Member

The Candy Lab is a craft workshop where kids of all ages make edible art using candy, fruit and vegetables through classes, camps and parties.

Learn more at thecandylaboratory.com.


Kathy Wolper, Enrollment Director
Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School

Holy Rosary (PK3-8) builds leaders through academic excellence and faith. We provide a whole-child education; we are Middle States accredited. We challenge the mind with STEM labs, coding, and academic competitions while nourishing the soul through Christ’s teachings by active service and ministry.

Learn more at holyrosaryregional.com.


Ekta Sem, Owner & Dentist
Rituals Dental Wellness & Aesthetics

Rituals is transforming the way we think about oral care. This isn’t your typical dental visit-it’s a full-body wellness experience. In a serene, design-forward space, with cutting-edge technology, medicine meets mindful care; to reduce inflammation, ease anxiety, and elevate your well-being.

Learn more at ritualsdentalwellness.com.


Rhena McClain, Sr. Director 
Episcopal Community Services

Learn more at ecsphilly.org.


Keeley Seymour, Co-Founder
Evolve Counseling Services
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Evolve Counseling Services provides therapy for adolescents and adults, specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, body image issues, and perinatal mood disorders. Services available in-person in Paoli, PA or virtually.

Learn more at evolvecounselingpa.com.


Olivia Chandler, Assistant School Director 
Celebree School of Wayne
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Celebree School of Wayne is focused on providing exceptional care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, combining a warm, nurturing environment with strong educational programming.

Learn more at celebree.com/wayne-pa/.


Kristen Kidd, Owner & Photographer
Lux Summit Studio

Lux Summit Studio is a full service, award winning, nationally published photography studio specializing in family, pet, headshot, branding and boudoir. As a master networker, Kristen would love to connect over coffee to explore how we can support one another. 

Learn more at luxsummitstudio.com.


Katie Roeder, Sleep Consultant
Happily Ever After Sleep Consulting
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Katie is a certified pediatric sleep consultant, pp doula and the owner and founder of Happily Ever After Sleep. She loves helping families get better sleep without Cry It Out. Katie is passionate about sleep and she prides herself on supporting families fully to ensure you reach your sleep goals.

Learn more at happilyeveraftersleep.com.



Jill Wharton, Founder
Avenue Beauty Science
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Avenue Beauty Science is a clinical-luxury aesthetic and wellness practice built on honesty, expertise, and results you can trust. Founded by a registered nurse, Avenue blends medical-grade treatments with a concierge-level experience — empowering clients to age confidently and feel their best.

Learn more at avenuebeautyscience.com.


Denise Spetrino, Founder & Head of School
Fishtown Montessori
Proud Philadelphia Family Member

Learn more at fishtownmontessori.com.


Emily Surovick, Director of Admissions
Bala House Montessori School
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Bala House Montessori, with an average teacher tenure of 19 years, is dedicated to teacher excellence and retention. Their certified Montessori-lead teachers (75% with Master’s degrees) expertly nurture your child’s individual growth while fostering meaningful relationships. Schedule a tour today!

Learn more at balahouse.org.


Ian Perler, Team Leader & Owner
Ian Perler Team – KW Empower
Proud Main Line Parent Member

The Ian Perler Team proudly serves the Main Line & Greater Philadelphia region with expert guidance, heartfelt care, & a deep commitment to community. We are honored to support your journey home & make every move feel seamless, while being dedicated to building connections to empower our clients.

Learn more at IanPerlerTeam.com.


Lindsey Pierangeli, Director of Business Development
O’Donnell Roofing Co.
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Roofs and more since 1924, O’Donnell Roofing Co. specializes in high-quality exterior improvement services for both residential and commercial. From the first call to years down the road, we’re the team of experts that shows up, stands by our work, and keeps your home protected for life.

Learn more at odonnellroofingco.com.


Leslie Gearhart, Prenatal Chiropractor
Orchard Hill Chiropractic
Proud Bucks County Parent Member

Dr. Leslie is a heart-centered chiropractor specializing in Pregnancy, Postpartum and Pediatrics. Appointments are unhurried and prioritize genuine connection for nervous system regulation in mother and baby. She helps support conditions from sciatic pain, to tongue ties to postpartum anxiety.

Learn more at orchardhillchiropractic.com.


Jeremy Heller, Financial Advisor
Jeremy Heller, CFP, CRPC, APMA

Jeremy Heller, CFP, CRPC, APMA, specializes in retirement planning, education savings, cash flow management, retirement plan distribution, and Social Security strategies. He helps clients make informed financial decisions to achieve long-term security and peace of mind.

Learn more at ameripriseadvisors.com/jeremy.d.heller.


Kathrine Bright, Owner & Personal Trainer
KatFit, LLC
Proud Main Line Parent Member

KatFit offers personalized strength coaching through our app for women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and busy lives. Get flexible workouts, real 1:1 support from Kat, and whole-person coaching built to adapt when life throws curveballs.

Learn more at kat.fit.


Erica Ritterman, Founder/CEO
Educational Edge
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Educational Edge is more than just tutoring — we’re a family invested in your child’s success. We provide one-on-one tutoring, small-group workshops, executive-function coaching, and ADHD assessments, all led by exceptional, certified educators who partner closely with families.

Learn more at TheEducationalEdge.com.


Brittany Grala, Owner & Muralist
Hope is the way, Love is the answer.
Proud Main Line Parent Member

As a muralist serving the Main Line area, Brittany Grala from ‘Hope is the way, Love is the answer’ is passionate about elevating spaces into incredible places. She uses art to uplift & inspire others, and works with her clients to bring their visions to life in ways that add both beauty & value.

Learn more at hopeisthewayloveistheanswer.com.


Deep Shah, Owner & Founder
Sidekick Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Sidekick Smiles is a pediatric dental practice where kids become the hero of their own story. With high end care, modern technology, and a fun superhero vibe, we empower children to feel confident, brave, and proud of their smiles every step of the way.

Learn more at sidekicksmiles.com.


Melissa Zimmerman, Realtor
SERHANT Societe Select
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Melissa is a connector at heart and a builder by nature — of homes, relationships, and community. With over two decades spent raising a family on the Main Line, she brings a rare blend of strategic insight, local expertise, and design-driven vision to her work in real estate and design.

Learn more at societeselect.com/agent/melissa-zimmerman.


Eleisha Eagle, Co-Owner
SHIFT Sustainable Goods & Services
Proud Main Line Parent Member

SHIFT is a low-waste refillery and community hub in Narberth where families shop clean, non-toxic home and body essentials, explore curated secondhand goods, and attend hands-on workshops—diverting over 75,000 single-use containers from landfill since opening.

Learn more at mainlineshift.com.


Rebecca DiTore, President/Founder
Small Moments Foundation
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Small Moments Foundation brings joy, healing and connection to children who’ve lost a parent or sibling to cancer. We provide practical and meaningful care packages, personalized experiences, as well as opportunities for connection as families navigate deep grief.

Learn more at smallmomentsfoundation.org.


Cassandra Doyle, Travel Agent
Cassandra Doyle’s Must Love Travel
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Hey there, traveler! It’s wonderful to “re”introduce myself. I’ve been blessed with this amazing travel business for 15 years. I am grateful for all who trust me with their plans, memories and vacation selfies. I work tirelessly 365 days to advocate for you! I am very responsive & fun to work with!

Learn more at mustlovetravel.com/cassandra.


Marcela Summerville, Founder and Director
Spanish Workshop for Children
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Spanish Workshop for Children is a joyful, Reggio-inspired Spanish immersion school where children learn real Spanish through play, creativity, and connection. Small groups, experienced teachers, and a warm community for ages 15 months–12+.

Learn more at spanishworkshopforchildren.com.


Catherine Twitmyer, Founder and Owner
Next Nest Advisors
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Next Nest Advisors helps you navigate the financial, emotional, contractual, and logistical challenges to ensure that the next nest is the best choice to meet the specific needs of you and your loved ones — from independent living to personal care to memory care to skilled nursing.

Learn more at nextnestadvisors.com.


Therese Daniels, Founder/Licensed Professional Counselor(LPC)
Roots to Branches Soul Studio LLC
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Roots to Branches Soul Studio is therapy practice & wellness studio. The owner, Therese Daniels, is a Licensed Counselor & Nature Therapist who sees children & adults for individual sessions in the studio or on the trails! The studio also offers nature walks, kids yoga, art workshops, and more!

Learn more at rootstobranchestherapy.com.


Sarah Forti, Realtor
Forti Homes w/ Keller Williams Realty
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Learn more at fortihomes.com.


Melissa Lee-Agawa, Medical Director and Owner
Grace and Glow MD
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Grace & Glow MD is a physician-led women’s wellness and medical aesthetics practice dedicated to intimate and pelvic health. We provide discreet, non-surgical solutions for changes related to childbirth, aging, and menopause.

Learn more at graceandglowmd.com.


Cheryl Carson, Director of Advancement
Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse

Founded in 1899, Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse is a free playground in East Fairmount Park serving thousands of children and caregivers each year through open play, inclusive programs, and joyful community events that support healthy development for all.

Learn more at smithplayground.org.


Elizaveta Zvorygina, Owner
Russian Nail Studio No. 1

Learn more at apnt.app/beth_nails_philly.


Polina Bulman, Owner
Polina Bulman Photography
Proud Main Line Parent Member

While creating intimate, storytelling images, Polina Bulman becomes more than a family photographer – she becomes her clients’ trusted visual biographer. Through annual documentary sessions and thoughtfully designed books, families build a library of childhood and parenthood memories.

Learn more at polinabulman.com.


Ann Marie Casey, Owner and Photographer
AMC Photography Studios
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Ann Marie Casey, founder and principal photographer of AMC Photo Studios, is an award-winning expert in both event and commercial photography, known for her excellence in professional headshots, small business branding, and the b’nai mitzvah sphere. Her passion for storytelling ensures images enhance both personal and professional presence. 

Learn more at amcphotostudios.com.


Aimee Wood, LCSW
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Aimee Wood is an individual and couples therapist and private practice owner in Wayne. Aimee’s therapy practice specializes in maternal mental health and all aspects of motherhood, relationships and intimacy, and supporting individuals in high-performance environments. 

Learn more at aimeewoodlcsw.com.


Kari Reis, Owner & Videographer
Ries Video Productions

At Ries Video Productions, we are a dedicated, female-owned and operated boutique company specializing in wedding, bar/bat mitzvah & corporate videography and editing. With over 25 years of experience, this isn’t a side gig—it’s our passion and our sole focus.

Learn more at riesvideoproductions.com.


Jamie Silvers, LCSW, PMH-C
Proud Main Line Parent Member

Jamie is a licensed therapist specializing in perinatal mental health, fertility and third-party reproduction. She provides compassionate, experienced support to individuals, couples, and single parents by choice navigating family building, fertility treatment, and parenthood.

Learn more at jamiesilvers.com.


Also on our Guest List (300 character bio needed)

Darryl Schick’s teammate, Plymouth Performing Arts Center & First Notes

Ian Perler’s teammate, Ian Perler Team – KW Empower

Aimee Wood LCSW

Tom O’Neill, A&M Friendly Movers

Lara Aman Mattey, Ivory Tree Portraits


What You’ll Experience at the Community Builders’ Luncheon:

  1. Network and explore collaborations with local business owners, nonprofit leaders, and community champions who share your commitment to serving families. (Scroll on this page to meet our guests. We’ll add you once you sign up!)
  2. Participate in our “Activate Your Advocates” marketing workshop where you’ll learn practical strategies to engage families, collect powerful testimonials, and position your organization as a trusted resource. 
  3. Hands-On Content Creation Stations: Our team will work with you to create three unique pieces of content designed to engage your happiest clients and naturally encourage nominations — without the awkward “vote for me” feeling. We’ll help you shift from asking for votes to inviting your community to share who they love and why, because it helps local families discover trusted resources AND gives you the validation that your work truly matters.
  4. Get an exclusive preview of our 2026 Best for Families celebrations honoring LOVE Award Winners and Family Favorite Honorees across Philadelphia, the Main Line, and Bucks County. 
  5. Plus, join our Community Builder Gift Exchange — bring a gift to swap and meet new connections in a fun, interactive way.

Special LOVE Bonuses for Luncheon Attendees:

NOTE: Your organization must be Nominated and you must complete our Nominee Questionnaire to receive these perks.

For Members: Purchase your Community Builders’ Luncheon ticket in December and receive a free Nominee Social Reel Feature ($75 value) — including tagged story slide and feature in our group Nominee reel across Instagram and Facebook with up to 9 non-competitive Nominees— plus your Profile Page added to our official Nominees List in the Community LOVE Guides.

For Non-Member Friends: Purchase your Community Builders’ Luncheon ticket in December and receive a complimentary Temporary Profile Page (active through February 14th) featuring your photo gallery, logo, bio, website and social links, plus up to three endorsements from our LOVE Ballot. You can share your custom Profile Page link with parents and caregivers to collect (and see) your nominations in real time (note, our team approves each one manually). Your Profile Page will receive a spotlight in our Community LOVE Guides Nominees List, and you can extend it past 2/14 by joining as a Member and start taking advantage of our full perks! Visit mainlineparent.com/love, phillyfamily.com/love, and buckscountyparent.com/love to see Profile Page examples.

Make the most of our LOVE Awards nominations season (November 30th through February 14th) by attending our Community Builders’ Luncheon and you’ll leave with tools to help you activate your advocates throughout the whole year.

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