BELLA Boss: June Pride Issue Edition
Success in business demands ambition, resolve, determination, and a relentless pursuit of goals. Here, we highlight successful entrepreneurs whose remarkable accomplishments demonstrate the importance of self-belief and daring leaps of faith. If you’re looking to reshape your career journey, let their achievements inspire you to carve your path to success.
Photography by Luke Fontana
Paolo Presta
Chicago, IL
A Spoonful of Paolo
Host
ASpoonfulOfPaolo.com
MY BUSINESS
"A Spoonful of Paolo" is a Webby-nominated, 5x Telly-winning online talk show, spanning 13 seasons and over 200 episodes. I have been honored to conduct intimate one-on-one interviews with iconic guests including Oprah Winfrey, Whoopi Goldberg, Carol Burnett, Andy Cohen, Julie Andrews, Rosie O'Donnell, Hilary Duff, and hundreds more.
MOST REWARDING
I get to live a life-long dream of mine on my own terms. 13 years ago I had an idea to create my own talk show instead of waiting for someone else to give me an opportunity. With the help of my husband, we have created something special, unique, and fun that has taken us to places we couldn't have even dreamed of!
SECRET TO MY SUCCESS
No dream is too big and anything can be achieved when you believe in yourself and do the work!
Photography by BELLA Media + Co
Jeff Gemmette
Standford, Florida + Old Bridge, New Jersey
Jeff Gemette Hair
Independent Hairstylist
MY BUSINESS
I am an independent hairstylist, I have been for the past 28 years. I’m a certified master colorist and I specialize in corrective color.
MOST REWARDING
Seeing the effect, it has on a person, when they love how they look. It’s a magical moment to watch their eyes light up.
SECRET TO MY SUCCESS
If you put people first success will follow.
Photography by The National Kidney Registry
Mimi Mahon
West Chester, Ohio
Mahon Strength & Fitness
Owner
MahonStrengthAndFitness.com
MY BUSINESS
We provide training for people of all ages. We have members from 2 years old to 78 years old and everything in between!
MOST REWARDING
Seeing people develop self-confidence through training and pushing themselves in the gym to be able to do more in their everyday lives.
SECRET TO MY SUCCESS
I found the most success when I stopped leading with “me” and began giving and doing more for others!
