Women Who Lead
Powering progress and inspiring change, Prescott’s women in business are making their mark. In our Women Who Lead section, Prescott Woman Magazine spotlights entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators who are breaking barriers and building legacies. Discover their journeys, their successes, and their passion for leading with purpose in every industry and corner of our community.
‘I Knew This Was the Place for Me’
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Autumn Kline, owner of Prescott Trading Company, to find out what makes her enjoy being a part of the Prescott Downtown Partnership and how it benefits her business.
Strength and Compassion
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Kendal Healey, Principal at Acorn Montessori School, to find out what makes her enjoy being a part of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce and how it benefits her business
Growth, Community, Impact
When you hear “Better Business Bureau,” (BBB), you may envision a trust seal on a storefront window or website. But BBB is so much more than that—it’s a powerful catalyst for ethical business growth, community building, and social impact. With more than 24,000 BBB Accredited Businesses across Arizona and California, BBB is fostering a marketplace where doing the right thing isn’t just good practice—it’s worth celebrating.
Pouring into Prescott
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Sheri Shaw, owner of The Back Alley Wine Bar, to find out what makes her enjoy Prescott and
everything it offers.
Prescott’s Coffee Connector
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Julie Glaze Gorman, owner of Wild Iris Coffeehouse, to find out what makes her enjoy being a part of the Prescott Downtown Partnership and how it benefits her business.
Raising Industry Standards
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Kayce Peters, owner of Buenos Baños LLC, to find out what makes her enjoy being a part of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce and how it benefits her business.
We Take Pride in Giving Back
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Angela Johnson, Sales/Marketing Director at The Hampton Inn, to find out what makes her enjoy being a part of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce and how it benefits her business.
Helping Strengthen Our Community
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Diane Babb, with Pralines of Prescott, to find out what makes her enjoy being a part of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce and how it benefits her business.
Capturing People’s Essence
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Michelle Lewis of Mama Bear Studios to find out what makes her enjoy being a part of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce and how it benefits her business.
Unique and Unforgettable
Jen Martin is a prominent name in the aerial performance industry, renowned for making weddings truly unforgettable. Her company, Suspended Fluidity, specializes in delivering breathtaking aerial performances that entertain and enhance various events. Jen is committed to ensuring these presentations are safe, artistic, and professional, helping couples create memorable moments for their event.
Previously, Jen owned an entertainment company in New York that booked dancers and aerialists. After relocating to Arizona, she founded Suspended Fluidity in 2021 to combine her passions for performing, creating, and teaching.
When it comes to her craft, Jen says, “I will always love to combine aerial and dance in unique ways whenever possible.” She continuously brings fresh ideas to captivate event guests, including an aerial-based lollipop diamond apparatus and a movable, wearable champagne skirt.
‘Create Beauty and Deliver Happiness’
When Rakini Chinery moved to Prescott in 1989, she was seeking a fresh start. Having worked at flower shops in her native Boston, she applied to several local ones and landed a job at Allan’s Flowers.
A decade later when the owner wanted to sell, Rakini saw a way to create a future: she had a vision for what the store could be.
“I felt like it was something I could grow,” she said during a recent interview. Now, 25 years later, it has met her expectations. “We’ve taken it by leaps and bounds.”
The Allan’s staff is as busy as ever with flower arrangements and deliveries for every occasion, but even more importantly, the shop offers an experience.
‘A Satisfying Experience’
“Why would you not make it beautiful?” she said during a recent interview. “You want to enjoy the experience.”
Since she launched her business, Mac Daddy Macarons, two and a half years ago, its offerings have expanded to include other baked goods and charcuterie boards, grazing tables, and full catered meals (for 20 to 30 people).
“It always starts with the macarons,” she said, adding that her business growth started when people began ordering add-ons. “Once people find out you do something with food, they want all the food.”