In every GRAZIA Gazette issue, we highlight a coterie of professionals who embody success, culture, change and the art of living well. In the latest edition, GRAZIA Gazette: Spring Fashion issue, we’re highlighting a slew of California residents who are the top of their game in everything they do. Meet them all, below.
ANDY LEW
The global CEO of St. John joined the brand in May 2021 with a proven track record of driving worldwide growth for luxury fashion brands. The Southern California-born Newport Beach native has an affinity for and unique understanding of the St. John customer. Lew has set out to honor the brand’s rich legacy while continuing to modernize the American luxury house for today’s multi-generational women.
MARY ROGERS
Rogers is the managing director at the beachfront hotel Montage Laguna Beach and oversees sister properties Montage Healdsburg and Pendry San Diego as the area general manager. She’s currently the only female GM within Montage Hotels & Resorts and has been recognized with several awards throughout her career. She also sits on the board of Visit Laguna Beach and is an active member with the City of Laguna Beach.
MARISSA MILLS & LISA PRESENT
Mills and Present are co- founders of the global fashion and event production agency Style Firm. They have worked in the industry for over 20 years and their business has produced more than 1,500 events. Style Firm has teamed with celebrated fashion houses from Chanel to Oscar de la Renta and assisted retail clients Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and more.
MATT CRAFTON
As Napa Valley’s Chateau Montelena resident winemaker, Crafton oversees all production and operations. He plays a critical role in strategy, education and technology at the winery, known for its age- worthy Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. “The vineyard produces this raw material with so much potential,” Crafton says. “My job is to take this humble ingredient and not only make something delicious but also inspiring.”
LEE TRINK
The CEO and co-founder of FaZe Clan has proven to be an influential entrepreneur in the entertainment and media industries, creating a brand that extends beyond esports to mainstream entertainment.
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