I Love The Burg; Published By: Bob Carskadon
In a celebration of five of St. Pete’s most influential and incredible women, Academy Prep Center of St. Petersburg is hosting its 15th annual Fabulous Females Luncheon this Friday, May 5, at the Tradewinds Island Resort. Proceeds from this event support the Student Scholarship Program at Academy Prep, a privately-funded middle school dedicated to improving the lives of underserved students living in St. Petersburg.
With lunch and the full program beginning at 12 pm, Fabulous Females gathers prominent St. Petersburg corporations and residents to celebrate the contributions of five remarkable leaders from the Tampa Bay business and philanthropic communities. Each honoree is introduced by a current Academy Prep scholar who has drawn inspiration from their accomplishments. You can still register here.
This year’s honorees include business leaders, educators, and community stalwarts in St. Pete:
- Dr. LaDonna Butler – Founder & Executive Director of The Well, a Healing Space
- Ya La’ford – Internationally Acclaimed Artist
- Anysia McDowall – Connector for Good, Sustainable Fashion Entrepreneur, Owner at Verdant
- Liz Sembler – Community Advocate & Educator
- Helen Pruitt Wallace – St. Petersburg Poet Laureate
