Jennifer McKee

1 week ago | orlandomagazine.com | Jennifer McKee

How did you first become interested in cooking? My parents worked in restaurants when I was a young child. I always went to work with them, and saw food being prepped, food being served, food being eaten. So I was always surrounded by that environment. And also, late-night Food Network shows. I like the old-school “Iron Chef,” which I used to watch a lot. How did it inspire you? My brother and I would set up our own “Iron Chef” competitions. We’d get one ingredient and would have our own battle.

2 weeks ago | orlandomagazine.com | Jennifer McKee

My latest travel journey quickly reacquainted me with the adage “don’t judge a book by its cover.” I was tired and a bit cranky after dealing with the Miami airport, almost missing my Lyft and a two-hour drive—in silence—between Miami and the Three Waters Resort and Marina in Islamorada. When we rolled up the resort, I thought, “this doesn’t look like the pictures I saw online.” But once I met the pleasant associate behind the check-in desk, it got a little better.

2 weeks ago | orlandomagazine.com | Jennifer McKee

Photography by Roberto Gonzalez at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing ArtsStephanie Garris: CEO, Grace Medical HomeStephanie Garris has dedicated her career to expanding access to healthcare. She began in health policy, working for a congressman before joining the American Medical Association and the American Hospital Association while attending law school at night.

2 weeks ago | orlandomagazine.com | Jennifer McKee

Photography by Roberto Gonzalez at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing ArtsLaTonya R. Stark: Vice president of engagement, Orlando Regional Realtors Association“Guided by the principle, ‘To whom much is given, much is expected’ (Luke 12:48), I believe true leadership isn’t just about success—it’s about using our resources and influence to uplift those in need,” says LaTonya R. Stark. “For me, giving back isn’t just a choice, it’s a calling.

2 weeks ago | orlandomagazine.com | Jennifer McKee

Photography by Roberto Gonzalez at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing ArtsDr. Treshonda Baucom: LMHC-QS, RPT, CEO, Enriched Life CounselingFrom the moment Dr. Treshonda Baucom took her first psychology class, she was intrigued. “I was fascinated by how the mind, personality and body work together to shape human behavior,” says Dr. Baucom.