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.

Flavia Llizo of American Diabetes Association is doing everything she can to raise awareness for the cause she is so passionate about. What’s even more remarkable is that she’s also on a mission to inspire people to make the world a better place by getting involved in whatever way they can.

From reader-submitted and Facebook nominations to the selections of an independent panel of beauty experts and our editorial board picks, we hope you agree that this year’s finalists all represent want makes the residents of Key Biscayne truly beautiful — from the inside out.

Find out why Margaret Kent and The Key Biscayne Women’s Club love working together to make life on the island better for everyone.

Key Biscayne has long been known to attract the world’s most talented people. Among them is Grammy-nominated vocalist Sylvia Bennett, a woman with a voice so smooth it transcends language.

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.

State Commissioner Lourdes Castillo de la Peña is working hard to empower young women to fulfill their true potential.

Key Biscayne photographer Kiko Ricote shows his love in Miami: Visually Speaking, a gorgeous book with 200 pages of stunning images of The Magic City.

We scoured South Florida to bring you some of the top design firms and the professionals who helm them so you can get inspired to work with them to take your home to the next level.

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.

Around 30 years ago, Miami Children’s Hospital miraculously saved radio talk show host Orlando Alzugaray’s hearing. Now, it’s his turn to give back.

Designer Daniela Garcia hopes to bring a positive outlook to her customers while helping make the world a better place for all of us.

Artist Cristina Fournier loves capturing the beauty of nature with the power of her brush on magical canvases that exude wonder, color and imagination.

Designer Michael Aram brightens up the season with his gorgeous metalwork holiday decorations and religious pieces for both Christmas and Hanukkah.

Meet the professionals who are ensuring the real estate market remains booming in Key Biscayne and beyond. From unforgettable showings to the humble mantras they live by, their stories will give you a unique glimpse into their hectic lives and might even inspire you to find a new home or two.

We scoured Key Biscayne to find couples who take the power of two to a whole new level. Their total devotion to one another is both inspirational and beautiful, and their responses to our questions will make you laugh, cry and fall in love all over again.

Maria Patricia Somarriba is the latest in 3 generations of women passionately devoted to helping the local community that has given them so much.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your special someone by enjoying a unique, relaxing and harmony-filled evening of music and love under the stars.

Slip-N-Slide Records Founder Ted Lucas is working to ensure a brighter future for the children of Miami, and he’s taking it one stride at a time.

Reiki Practitioner & Massage Therapist Nelly Thomas believes in using her talents to help those less fortunate every chance she gets.

At Miami International University of Art & Design, Charlene Parsons helps future designers get off to a great start.

We teamed up with Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables to find a few Key Biscayners willing to share why they love their luxury rides so much — and what keeps them loyal to their brand of choice.

Presently ranked # 1 in the world, Serena Williams’ career is anything but average. Grand Slam titles…got them! Olympic medals…done! Add to the roster a foundation that builds schools in Africa, a clothing line and a book and you realize why she gives the term athlete a shiny new prospective. Now she’s back in Key Biscayne to take on the Sony Open with the grace, power, and champion attitude that has come to define her.

Karim Alibhai and his family are behind the oasis of luxury in known as The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne and many more hotel properties around the world. Their Bollywood-esque story of love and success that yielded a dream-come-true life is thanks to lots of hard work, a focused vision and a nice helping of fate.

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.

Find out how Muralist Tim Webb brings round-the-world influences to his larger-than-life creations from conception to unveiling.

On an island where family reigns supreme and parents often have to strive to create the perfect work-life balance, these moms stand-out as icons of pure love and total devotion all year round.

In addition to his demanding gig at Sabadell Bank, Dwight L. Hill makes the time to lend a helping hand to a host of do-good organizations.

From reader-submitted and Facebook nominations to the selections of an independent panel of beauty experts and our editorial board picks, we hope you agree that this year’s finalists all represent want makes the residents of Key Biscayne truly beautiful — from the inside out.

From hair to nails to makeup and everything in between, these salon and spa professionals are sure to make you look your best all year round.

If you’re looking to take your physical fitness to the next level, these South Florida wellness experts will help you achieve the best version of yourself possible — as long as you’re willing to put in the time and effort it takes to yield greatness

Next time you look in the mirror, you might want to keep these professionals of perfection in mind. Their skills, expertise and reputation will help you achieve just about anything you want to improve upon inside and out.

By enhancing the civic and social fabric of this global city, Estrellita Sibila is enriching Miami one cause at a time by virtue of her charity organization aptly named PhilanthroFest.

Run by a team of lifelong boaters who are committed to service and coastal conservation, Rickenbacker Marina meets and exceeds a yacht owner’s needs.

Tony Kanaan’s successful racing career is thanks in part to his uncanny ability to combine his natural knack for not giving up with his fighting spirit to help him get through even the most challenging obstacles on and off the track.

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.

Jennifer Heegaard’s passion for helping others is prevalent in every aspect of her life — from the helm of her PR firm JEJE Consulting all the way through to her work with Dress For Success Miami, where she aims to make a difference on a daily basis

Skip the next chic wine or scotch tasting and instead head over to Cantina Beach to meet the country’s first and only “tequilier” Heriberto Ovideo.

With a diverse background in teaching, advertising, television, film, graphic design, print, animation, illustration and painting, Miami artist Monica Yepes is never at a loss for inspiration for her stunning wall designs for baby, children and teen rooms.

Meet a few professionals who are ready to help you create the home of your dreams with stunning ideas that are sure to turn any space in your home into a functional showpiece that will make you the envy of the entire neighborhood.