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Meet the people who are shaping the future of the communities they live in while inspiring everyone they meet along the way. Though their stories are all different and their backgrounds, histories, hopes and dreams vary, the one thing each has in common is a passion for what they do and their ability to see past themselves for the benefit of others. In the following pages, you’ll meet this issue’s Key Players and get a brief glimpse into their lives. If you happen to run into one of them during your daily routine, take a moment to salute them. They’ve earned it.

If it’s time to take your kitchen to the next level, check out these kitchen essentials ready to add some style to your home — and plenty of reasons to start cooking up a storm. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of respective brands

This Key Biscayne estate is one of those residences you just have to see to believe. Herewith: A tour of one of our island paradise’s most amazing homes. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos by JAMES IRWIN Realtor: Brigitte Nachtigall: Great Properties International; [email protected]; 305.710.9664

Who says the gym is the only place to get a workout? Check out how you can get fit, expand your social circle, and have a blast this season and beyond. — Text by Cristina Zuazua

A near-death experience inspired Joaquin Ortiz to make the world a kinder place — one good deed at a time. — Text by Jacquelyn Benson

Stay connected in a way you never thought possible with Twine. This small wireless module is capable of sensing temperature, movement, motion, moisture and...

Move over, Rolex. There’s a new kid in the watch world — or rather, an old kid. Swatch, kings of neon, have created an unapologetically funky touchscreen digital watch.

Let’s face it: Even the greenest among us seem to find a way to accumulate piles of plastic grocery bags. Throwing them away leads...

Looking for freshly prepared, authentic Italian cuisine right here in Key Biscayne? Wander no further than The Plaza restaurant. All the pasta, breads and...

Sure, videogames now have amazing graphics, involved storylines and sophisticated strategies.

Who says Apple has a monopoly on fine-looking technology? The new Series 9 monitors from Samsung have certainly caught our eye. Some stats for...

Hevia Cosmetic Dermatology recently celebrated their move to Coral Gables with a new office that visually exemplifies the essence of The New Standard in Aesthetics and features a blending of state-of-the-art technology with a retro-Hollywood glamour-meets-modern contemporary design.

It’s Shakespeare’s masterpiece like you’ve never seen it before: the operatic adaptation Roméo et Juliette by Gounoud, being performed Apr. 21-May 12 at the Florida Grand Opera.

There’s a reason why those strapping Ivy League students have to-die-for abs: rowing.

For sheer off-road pleasure, there’s nothing like a Jeep, and the 2012 edition of the automaker’s long-established Grand Cherokee line promises to combine a...

Nautical Wear Got that annual onboard getaway coming up, and simply can’t think of what to wear? Head to Burns Limited Menswear and stock up...

Like getting around by pedal power? Then you’ll know how important it is to keep your eyes on the road at all times, even...

You wouldn’t settle for an ugly, utilitarian light fixture or kitchen appliance. Why do it with your extension cords, when there are such wonderfully cute options available?

A veteran developer “Chateau Group” with a track record in South America developing the most prestigious buildings in Buenos Aires and Punta del Este, and a growing land portfolio in South Florida plans to build an ultra-luxury condominium tower on an oceanfront site in Sunny Isles Beach.

Looking to plan out your next 65 years of vacations? Pick up a copy of Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Experiences. No one can argue...

If you’re thrilled about everything March brings our way, you’re not alone! But don’t let all the excitement overwhelm you just yet.

As tennis mania takes over our little island during the Sony Ericsson Open, make sure to shake up this creative libation on and off the court to get you through all the matches and celebrations. — Drink by Chef D. Chalaron

Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Whether or not you’ve taken advantage of the Asian Fusion craze in town, you should make it a point to keep the historic roots of this culinary genre on your radar no matter where your gastronomic adventures take you. — Text by David C. Cleland

Listen up: Nostalgic, time-tested cocktails are making a steady comeback in our own backyard and beyond. — Text by David C. Cleland

Take these luxury sports cars for a spin and find out why once you get into one of these babies, you’ll never want to reach your final destination. — Text by Bill Lindsey Photos courtesy of respective manufacturers

Just 30 minutes out of Cancun, an oasis awaits called Mayakoba, a place riddled with lush mangroves, free-flowing waterways and sparkling beaches that offer stunning eco-diversity and enough options for even the most discerning amongst us to arrive with a smile. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Mayakoba

The folks at Bill Ussery Motors have been giving their clients service with a vroom since 1953 thanks to a family-ownership model that enables them to offer more flexibility with what they are able to do and how they choose to engage the community. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Bill Ussery Motors

Juan Martin del Potro was the ATP’s “Comeback Player of the Year” in 2011, and deservingly so, having reached top-10 ranking from 485 in a single season. Now, he’s ready to dominate the purple court at the Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne. — Text by Luisana Suegart Photos courtesy of IMG World/Sony Ericsson Open

1. Michelle Guerra, Veronica Martinez 2. Edmee Mattei, Taci Lima 3. Henry Sanchez, Carlos Pinella, Betsy Rivera, Amy Cinnamon,Steve Dorfman 4. The Legendary JC’s 5. Amy Cinnamon, Andy Paskow, Albert Guilarte 6. Veronica & Ignacio Zulueta 7. Milana Kuznetsova, Kim Robeson 8. Fernanda Martina, Elena Estol

1. Joo Won Kang, Courtney McKeown, Brittany Ann Robinson 2. Olga & David Melin 3. Mark Walters, Johanna Hedman, Victoria Garrigo, Robert Heuer 4. Elizabeth Caballero, Mikael Josef 5. Eva U. Gordon, Chris Diamantides, Nicola Bowie 6. Victoria Garrigo, Nicola Bowie, Jose Ramon

1. Abby Portuondo, Gloria Sesana, Karin Figueroa Cisneros 2. Brianna Brown, Carlos Muñoz 3. Michael Gongora, Mayi de La Vega, Daniel de La Vega, Ella Fontanals-Cisneros, Jerry Libbin 4. Claudia Fernandez, Marisela Cisneros 5. Beth Butller, Mayi de la Vega, Shannon Selby 6. Daniel de la Vega, Mayi de la Vega 7. Johanna Berg, Jorge Uribe 8. Lucy Cruz, Robert Jacobson, Claudia Fernandez

1. Nancy Borkowski, Dir. of Healthcare Management Programs at FIU; Fernando Valverde, CEO of FIU’s College of Medicine’s Health Care Network; Kevin Kearns, Pres. & CEO Health Choice Network; Yolangel Hernandez Suarez, Assoc. Dean for FIU’s Graduate Medical Education & Medical Officer for Health Care Network; Diego Martinez, Miami Beach Community Health Center 2. Over 100 people attended the Health Care Quality Institute Forum 3. Attendees had an opportunity to engage in lively discussions through breakout sessions 4. Yolangel Hernandez Suarez, John A. Rock 5. Kevin Kearns 6. St. Anthony Amofah, Chief Medical Director, Community Health of South Florida

1. Maria Luisa Gonzalez, Adriana I. Montbrun, Carmen Elena Sucre de Tobia, Daniela Sucre de Pro-Risquez, Morelia Blanco de Acquavella 2. Victor Padron, Anadaniel Padron, Valentina Blanco de Padron 3. Deborah Eiras, Anontonio Sucre 4. Dora Flores de Montbrun, Adriana I. Montbrun 5. Andres E. Montbrun, Nathalie Brillembourg-Capriles 6. Alvaro Pro-Risquez, Juan Carlos Pro-Risquez, Anadaniela Sucre de Pro-Risquez 7. Carmen Elena Sucre de Tobia, Hector Tobia 8. Oswaldo D. Montbrun, Dora Flores de Montbrun 9. Oswaldo E. Montbrun, Maria Luisa Gonzalez de Montbrun

1. Harvey Hernandez of Newgard Development Group, Fareed Asadi, Alicia Cervera Lamadrid of Cervera Real Estate 2. Kenneth Baboun of Newgard Development Group, Priscila Perales, Daniel W. Hudson 3. Maria Tartaglia, Andres Asion 4. Susie Glass, Anuca Valverde 5. Luis Garcia of Garcia’s Seafood Grille, Brenda Bichili 6. Selene Aversu, Brandie Gordon, Goldi Steel 7. Jessica Gomez, Dennis Mancino 8. Zachary Scott, Kadeem Fisher

1. Sabrina Fasana, Jane Vega, Alicia Aballi, Patricia Donlevy-Rosen 2. Violet Gonzalez, Monica Canon, Ginie Gorrin, Linda Nunez 3. Claire Adams, David Lucie, Licile Zanghi, James Dow 4. Jacob Mazine, Judy Beal, Oscar Anzuto, Richard Heinz 5. Dale Brockway, Debby Zabludowski, Nancie & John White 6. Ronda Fuchs, Debby Zabludowski, Nancie White 7. Chrystal & Robert Skinner with Karen Inverso 8. Celia Von Specht, Gregg Rosen, Beatriz Heuze, Richard Burke

1. Tompkins, Jon & Jamie Bourbeau 2. Kristen Connell, Melissa White, Jane Morris 3. Edward & Laura Miller 4. Mary Foden-Gonzalez, Holly Giovannetti, Gigi Costa, Maite Thorton, Irina Fernandez, Marta Sacasa 5. Jennifer & Samantha Earl 6. Tatiana Pardo de Zela, Monica Campana, Angela Mesa 7. Bruno & Karla Mercenari, Giada & Cristoforo Pignata

1. Bobbie Rege, Maria Garcia, Naydu Commenoz 2. Oscar Ojeda, Amy Iglesias 3. Carmen Tonarely, Barbara Lamar, Hilda Tonarely 4. Viridian Barbeito, Joaquin Gonzalez 5. Phil Stapleton, Joan Giambanco 6. Ysee Gaudel-Eisel, DJ Stephen Eisel 7. Christel Skinner, Silvio Gayton 8. Kristy Barani, Dr. Jeffrey Gibson

1. Michael Davey, Vivian Galego-Mendez, Ceci Sanchez 2. Nora & Tatyan Camejo, Nancy Baquero 3. Ivette Mavrides, Maria Elena Toraño 4. Jackie Gallardo, Maggie Isern, Paola Padovan, Marta Ortiz 5. Anabella Sibesz-Hernandez, Florencia Moni, Nurys Decrequey, Mari Mayoral, Catalina Guzman Mayoral, Natacha Velazco 6. Soledad Parker, Dora Trujillo 7. Vivian Galego-Mendez, Elisa Braschi 8. Lorena Garcia-Morillo, Carmencita Butler, Mari Mayoral, Florencia Moni 9. Matthias & Dianne Kammerer, Michele Estevez, Cecilia Luaces 10. Nurys Decrequy, Natacha Velazco 11. Michelle Barnett, Eva Gotlib, Reina Gonzalez 12. Susan Han, Jan Daper, Ezequil Faria, Elisa Braschi 13. Dr. Katherine Biggs, Dr. Susana Leal-Khouri, Rajia Ackley 14. Dr. Glen & Jo Abrahmsohn

1. Alexandra & Rafael Rivas-Vazquez 2. Ana Gloria Rivas-Vazquez, Juan Carlos Gomez 3. Olivia Pereira, Astrid Nino, Ana Ramoski 4. Annie Thompson, Paige Lattener, Beatriz Rabassa 5. Erica Marcantonio, Ana Tootle, Kelly Guma, Yvette Brochek, Julie Islami 6. Lorenzo, Dulce, Lawrence Negret, Alexandra Negret Rivas-Vazquez, Richard Negret 7. Chuck Downs, Hector Ceballos, Wayne Ramoski, Lou Marcantonio, GM Brochek 8. Ramon Rodriguez, Alex Navarro, Johan Islami