THE GREEN VOICE AND DUQUESNE LIGHT COMPANY PRESENT THE 9TH ANNUAL Ecolution Fashion Gala: The Time for Action is Now Wednesday, June 5 | Carnegie Museum, 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213   VIP EXPERIENCE @ 6 PM | ECO FASHION RUNWAY SHOW @ 8 PM   You’re invited to attend an evening of style, substance, and commitment to a greener future. Join Pittsburgh Earth Day and Duquesne Light Company for an exclusive VIP Experience and breathtaking Eco Runway Show at the Ecolution Fashion Gala on Wednesday, June 5. Experience an eco-fashion show and sustainability gala showc ..read more

Sixteen years ago, Thom’s first single, “I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker” shot to #1 in 7 countries. With zero sales history in music, she was offered a world-wide distribution deal.  When she gave birth to her son in 2016, she stepped back from the music world to focus on parenting and volunteer work (she has rehoused hundreds of street dogs). Thom sees herself as, “Somewhat of a rebel with a cause.” With over 70 million Spotify streams, she continues to connect with her listeners and her popularity continues to grow. In this interview with Inspiring Lives Magazine, Thom provides insight into ..read more

In her new book, Empowered, Serena shares her personal story of “thrival,” not just survival. She talks about the importance of education, self-sufficiency, resilience, purpose, perseverance, and triumph. Despite multiple significant challenges, Serena has persevered and triumphed, living her values and purpose. Her formula for success includes forgiving those who have caused pain and harm, not because they were right, but because it doesn’t serve her purpose. Serena stated, “Once I let go of the past that held me back, I could define success on my own terms. This was incredibly self-empowerin ..read more

Cassidy Griffith is an astounding young person with a vision for the next generation to problem solve and thrive. She has been recognized as one of Western Pennsylvania’s 18 Under 18, and was quite surprised by it. Empathy is a trait that is seen through the effort by Cassidy as she organized a project simulation in which students would get a glimpse into real-life poverty situations. She hopes that these students will gain a more compassionate perspective toward those enduring this type of lifestyle everyday. “I’m hoping it gives students empathy for those who live at the poverty line and hel ..read more

Can you relate to an abundant lifestyle, without having a never ending checklist of tasks that keep us going day-and-night? We can become really exceptional at overextending ourselves to the point of no return; or, so it may seem at times. That overwhelming feeling that comes when we are in the balancing act (or as Du Plessis believes, “Lifestyle Integration”) of that classic work/home life discrepancy, can produce so much inner-guilt. There is a way that you can experience a full and the stressful pull that is tugging at you constantly on your way to success. Part of that solution lies in hi ..read more

Every business owner needs to hear insight from those who have been at the forefront of running a successful company. Experts who have been in the trenches, really digging at the heart of the issues. They will take the core of the business from the very beginning stages of an idea, and launch it to being the top leader in its industry.  One such industry leader who is making a monumental impact in the field of entrepreneurship is Michelle Seiler-Tucker. Her approach to business is authentic and genius because it drives her, and those around Tucker to achieve successful results. Tucker is ..read more

Dr. Shellie: What are your design inspirations? Brian David: Michelangelo once said, “The sculpture is already complete with in the marble block before I start my work. I just have to chisel away the superfluous material.” I approach design much in the same way.  To me in most cases the fabrics tell me what they are meant to be! Just like the statues, the garment already exists. I just have to cut it out and put it together! Dr. Shellie: Your design made of books for the ‘Ecolution Fashion Show’ curated by Richard Parsakian, was genius! What was your process and concept for this ..read more

Do you ever wonder what it is you really want in your life? If you really stop to think about it, is it a deep purpose-driven goal you are seeking after? Or are you taking things day-by-day and living in survival mode, with little time to delve into the philosophical side of anything? Maybe you are somewhere in between. Wherever you fall in life’s journey of discovery into self discovery, finding a mentor to help guide you towards your life’s dreams can lead to achieving them! The Story Inside Us According to Cheri Armstrong who is an inspirational Coach, Author, Speaker, and Entrepreneur ..read more

Meet Dr. Emily Letran, who is living proof that success can come from being fully focused and consistent with our goals, no matter the barriers that stand before us. Letran has been serving in the field of dentistry for more than 30 years and has a great approach to her profession. Patients are not always comfortable going to the dentist and Letran is very aware of that. However, she brings as much fun to the experience as possible. Letran states, “I have a sarcastic sense of humor. I like to make patients laugh. They do not expect to laugh in a dentist chair, but we have fun during appoint ..read more

Sharon Doyle is a multi-talented businesswomen and the CEO of LOVE Records. She is an award-winning journalist, writer, public relations agent, actress, producer, environmentalist and philanthropist. Sharon has appeared in several movies, TV Series, documentaries, and PSA announcements as well as on many infomercials, TV and radio shows.  As Mrs. Diversity Queen 2017 and Arts 4 Peace Queen 2018, Sharon enjoys judging beauty pageants in Southern California and enjoys inspiring these contestants to be the best version of themselves. Because of her work in the various pageant systems, Sharon ..read more