Kimbal Musk, a South African chef and restaurateur, is the owner of The Kitchen Restaurant Group, which boasts a variety of restaurants in Colorado and Chicago. As the younger brother of businessman Elon Musk, Kimbal is no stranger to pushing boundaries and taking risks. However, his journey has taken a unique turn towards the food industry. In this episode of ICONIC Hour, Musk discusses the challenges that have shaped his culinary journey, from a life-changing injury and years of rehabilitation to living through the tragedy of 9/11. Through all these challenges, his passion for cooking has re ..read more

Holly Hunt is a name that is synonymous with luxury design. In 1983, she opened her first showroom in Chicago showcasing a global assortment of luxury furniture. With a passion for art and architecture, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, she was able to grow her brand into an emporium of design, having opened 10 showrooms across the United States and one in London.  Listen as she shares insights into how she built her empire, from the opening of her first showroom to starting her own signature collections. Holly also shares the delicate balance between her career and her family life, of ..read more

"If you had to create a new medical experience for yourself, what would it look like?” This is the exact question Dr. Carrie Bordinko asked herself during the inception of Benessair Health. Dr. Carrie founded Benessair Health to create a premium, total wellness experience for her clients. To do that, she combined both medical facilities as well as science backed alternative treatments that promote total wellness. Couple that with a luxury experience and Benessair Health redefines the possibilities for what a visit to the doctor can be. On this episode of ICONIC Hour Renee and Dr. Carrie talk a ..read more

With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Carrie has cultivated a reputation for her unwavering dedication to patient well-being and her comprehensive approach to healthcare management. Her extensive experience spans various medical specialties, including internal medicine and preventive care. Dr. Carrie's vision for healthcare at Benessair Health is deeply rooted in her own principles of timely, attentive, and high-quality care. These principles have been recognized by Concierge Medicine Today, with Dr. Carrie’s awarding of Top Doctor in Concierge Medicine seven times.  At Benessair Health ..read more

Paul Dahmen is the Gallery Director at Markowicz Fine Art’s third location in Laguna Niguel, California. He was inspired to start painting with oil and acrylic paints by the age of nine with the encouragement of his grandmother, who had painted her entire life. However, an artist’s life was not in the cards for him because he could not get through a university drawing class to save his life. Dahmen graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature and Art History from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. He moved to Los Angeles after his studies to work in the film and televisio ..read more

Alfonso Verduzco is a Oaxaca native with a profound passion for high-end design and construction. With a bachelor's degree in architecture from the University of Colorado boulder, he has amounted over 15 years of experience in the realm of high-quality design. His designs are a perfect blend of his years of training for some of the most prestigious design brands across Milan, Los Angeles and New York, as well as his desire to stay authentic to his roots, incorporating true Mexican craftsmanship. Listen in to learn more about his stunning tile work, upcoming furniture line and the exciting Oaxa ..read more

After graduating college in 1978, Dan Warnshuis relocated to Silicon Valley and began what would be a successful career in the technology sector. However, it was living in the Napa Valley wine country that made him quickly realize his passion for great food and wine. Once the wine bug bit him, he could not help but dream of creating his own wine label. Ultimately, his love for Oregon Pinot Noir revealed to him his path forward. Dan, founder, owner, and winemaker at Utopia, strives to produce world-class wine that will make Utopia one of the best wineries in the world. Beyond the competitive pu ..read more

Brittany Driscoll is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Squeeze, a way better massage experience from the founders of Drybar. Brittany is spearheading the rapid, nationwide growth of the brand by empowering other entrepreneurs to own and operate their own Squeeze locations through franchising. She also Co-Founded and leads The Feel-Good Company, a service agency supporting a collective of wellness brands dedicated to bettering the mind, body, and soul for good. Brittany joins Renee Dee to talk about building a successful brand, prioritizing self-care and mak ..read more

Arizona-based architect Mark Candelaria is recognized for his timeless luxury designs and signature style rooted in classical form and functionality. In Mark Candelaria Homes, the architect presents 12 new projects and pulls back the curtain to share the stories behind them. An avid traveler and hobbyist chef, Candelaria includes a recipe with each house, many times prepared for or with the client as a grand finale.   Mark joins longtime friend Renee Dee to talk about launching his new book, what you can expect to see and how to pre-order!   We invite you to SUBSCRIBE!   You can ..read more

The world’s best chocolatier is from Switzerland. With his exceptional chocolate creations, Elias Läderach was able to beat 19 international competitors at the World Chocolate Masters 2018 in Paris. The Läderach family have been crafting chocolate delicacies for decades, and their reputation for excellence has been the backbone of their success. Two of Elias’s ideas that particularly impressed the World Chocolate Masters jury are available at Läderach stores: the Masters Tablet Caramel and the Masters Bonbon Mandarine.   Elias joins Renee Dee to talk about handcrafting chocolate masterpie ..read more