Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I started the magazine in 2004 after I left the catering company in LI which catered weddings. I am a web designer & developer that saw great potential in the digital industry, I combined my experience with planning weddings & digital arts; it was animated w music & so much more... Kleinfeld quickly jump on board & starting advertising w me. It was only supposed to be 2 issues annually but quickly rose to a 12 month publication w supplementary issues of wedding cakes & honeym

How do you stay motivated?

I try to keep focused on a dream I had 20 years ago to have a Bridal event like no other w Bridal Fashion Designers runway shows. My idea has since expanded to a 3 day event w a cake bake off w Ron Ben Israel as judge. A joint bachelor/ette dance party. Fri Movie night. Bridesmaids & the Hangover. Celebrities vs NFL stars charity Golf tournament w proceeds going to Pancreatic Cancer awareness in loving memory of my husband, John. Sunday Brunch & Spa day for the ladies.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use it for marketing the event through the Women in Power TV series & the Brad Lea Dropping Bombs podcast I've been greenlit on both.