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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\nFrom Hollywood power players to politicians, creatives, philanthropists, executives and entrepreneurs, these 28 fierce females are paving the way in Los Angeles.<\/p>\n
Amy Homma<\/p>\n
Director and President, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and Academy Collection<\/p>\n
Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n
ACADEMYMUSEUM.ORG<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? We just opened Jaws: The Exhibition. A few days before the exhibition opened to the public, [the film\u2019s director] Steven Spielberg joined us for a preview. He expressed how much nostalgia and joy he felt seeing photographs and props from the film that he thought were lost to time. It was a highlight of my career.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? I consider myself incredibly lucky to know and be supported by Miky Lee, vice chairwoman of CJ Group and one of our museum trustees. She has this amazing ability to create community and is shaping the entertainment industry through her global vision and support of Korean cinema.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? The Academy Museum is preparing to open Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon on May 31. This exhibition will feature an extensive display of Monroe\u2019s screen-worn costumes and personal items. And in September, we will be opening our next temporary exhibition, The Horror Show, which is sure to captivate horror and film fans alike.<\/p>\n Aisha Bowe<\/p>\n Aerospace Engineer and Entrepreneur\u00a0<\/p>\n Scroll to continue reading<\/p>\n @AISHABOWE\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of?\u00a0I\u2019m most proud of building things that endure beyond a single moment or headline. I\u2019ve been intentional about turning visibility into infrastructure by creating pathways that offer young people real access to mentorship, education and opportunity, particularly in STEM and leadership spaces.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you?\u00a0I\u2019ve been inspired by women in Los Angeles who lead with intellect and presence. Women who are unapologetically excellent. Valeisha Butterfield was honestly my first professional girl crush: whip-smart, impeccably dressed and iconic in how she shows up in all spaces with confidence and clarity.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? Right now, I\u2019m focused on becoming a story worth telling through the work itself. In a city like Los Angeles where culture moves quickly and influences compound, I believe this is a season for stewardship.<\/p>\n Andra Day<\/p>\n Actress and Singer<\/p>\n @ANDRADAYMUSIC<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? I am most proud of \u201cRise Up\u201d \u2014 not necessarily because of the success, but because of the impact it\u2019s had on people. How some people use it to encourage themselves through some of their darkest moments and [its] being adopted by the Black Lives Matter movement and being a protest song that represents faith, service and resistance.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you?\u00a0Singers, of course, like Etta James and Brandy, as well as women who use their voice and platform to honor God and serve their community, like one of my pastors, Erica Campbell, and the activists Patrisse Cullors and Alicia Garza.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? I am hyper-focused on finishing new music this year and creating a series of EPs with producers and artists I love. I want something that reflects love and worship. We also have new [Disney+ series] Percy Jackson things coming.<\/p>\n Carly Steel <\/p>\n Entertainment Tonight Host<\/p>\n @CARLYJSTEEL<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? I\u2019m most proud of winning two Emmy Awards for my on-air work at Entertainment Tonight. A career-defining moment was hosting the Mission: Impossible \u2013 Rogue Nation premiere with Tom Cruise before tens of thousands of fans and shutting down Times Square.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations? I\u2019m fortunate to count so many accomplished women among my friends. Two of my greatest inspirations are Laurie Feltheimer and Anastasia Soare \u2014 among the chicest, most impressive and hardworking women I know. Each has built an empire with grace and integrity and they lead with authenticity.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next for you?\u00a0 I\u2019ve just sold my first feature film screenplay to a major production company behind some of my favorite blockbuster films. It\u2019s a milestone moment \u2014 and the realization of a long-held dream to tell stories on both sides of the camera.<\/p>\n Corinne Foxx<\/p>\n Actress<\/p>\n @CORINNEFOXX<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? I\u2019m most proud of my work on Beat Shazam. I\u2019ve been part of the show for seven years now. I\u2019m proud of my advocacy work around mental health and women\u2019s health. I\u2019ve been an ambassador for the National Alliance on Mental Illness [NAMI] since 2017 and an ambassador for the Endometriosis Foundation of America [EndoFound] since 2021.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations? Kerry Washington has known me since I was little and she\u2019s continued to show up for me in meaningful ways. She\u2019s given me opportunities as both an actress and a writer.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next for you? I\u2019m developing film and TV projects through Foxxhole Productions and our deal with Fox Studios, which has been an exciting shift into building things from the ground up. I\u2019m [also] launching my first company, Else, a women\u2019s pain-relief brand.<\/p>\n Corinne Verdery<\/p>\n CEO of Caruso<\/p>\n CARUSO.COM<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of?\u00a0 One of the projects I am most proud of is our work at Palisades Village and what it represents to the community. After the January 2025 fires, the goal has never been simply reopening. It is about restoring confidence, stability and a sense of normalcy for the families and businesses determined to return. We look forward to fully reopening in August.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? Business owners like Elyse Walker, who tragically lost her original namesake store in the Palisades but became a powerful advocate for the community\u2019s return; and acclaimed chef Nancy Silverton, who intentionally chose Palisades Village to be the home of her brand-new restaurant Spacca Tutto.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next? At The Americana at Brand, we continue to evolve the luxury retail and residential experience. At Rosewood Miramar Beach, we are expanding the resort with new luxury residences, additional shops and a caf\u00e9, and new affordable housing.<\/p>\n Georgia Hawley<\/p>\n Midnight Mission Chief Communications Officer\u00a0<\/p>\n MIDNIGHTMISSION.ORG<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? I\u2019m most proud of the work I\u2019ve done to help strengthen trust, transparency and human dignity in the way Los Angeles talks about homelessness.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you?\u00a0I\u2019m especially inspired by women doing the hard, often unseen work in service, recovery and advocacy. Women like Amy Turk of the Downtown Women\u2019s Center, Estela Lopez of the Industrial District BID and Sieglinde Von Deffner of Housing for Health, who have worked in Skid Row for decades and have shown me what sustained commitment, courage and care look like over a lifetime of service.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? I\u2019m working to tell stories that honor the full humanity of people experiencing homelessness \u2014 stories that hold pain and struggle, but also resilience, creativity, recovery and hope. I try to do this with great care, always protecting dignity and remembering that how we tell a story matters just as much as the story itself.<\/p>\n Helen Hoehne<\/p>\n President of Golden Globes LLC<\/p>\n @HELEN.HOEHNE<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? I\u2019m most proud of helping guide the Golden Globes through a period of meaningful transformation and renewal. Over the past few years, we\u2019ve worked to expand inclusion and reaffirm the Golden Globes as a global celebration of excellence in film and television.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? \u00a0I\u2019ve been inspired by women across entertainment, philanthropy and business \u2014 those who quietly build lasting impact as well as those who lead publicly.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? Right now, my focus is on continuing to strengthen the Golden Globes\u2019 role as a global cultural touchstone. One exciting new initiative is the Golden Globes Tribute Gala in Brazil, which reflects our commitment to international audiences and celebrating creative excellence beyond Hollywood. Looking ahead, I\u2019m focused on expanding the organization\u2019s year-round presence and impact, creating initiatives that support artists, journalists and the global creative community well beyond awards season.<\/p>\n Jennifer Naylor<\/p>\n Restaurateur, Chef and Caterer<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n JENNIFERNAYLOR.COM<\/a><\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger were the first women chefs I worked with at a time when there were virtually none. It was a thrill to cook for Julia Child. She said to me, \u201cYour foie gras is like a poem, dear.\u201d I was so tickled. When Wolfgang Puck first asked me to shop at the Santa Monica Farmers Market for our Granita menu, I was not sure exactly what to buy, so I followed around Nancy Silverton and asked each farmer what she had just bought.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? We have been working with the organization Build Back Pali, whose mission is to help rebuild, restore and revive our communities following the Palisades fire. I have also been working on a special little neighborhood gem called John Sparr Tavern in Montrose. I stumbled on this place created by two ex-Disney Imagineers with great steaks and martinis and Frank Sinatra playing.<\/p>\n Hilary Shor<\/p>\n Producer<\/p>\n @HILARYSHOR<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? My greatest accomplishment, first and foremost, is my daughter, Taylor. But the project I am most proud of is the film Children of Men, which has gone down in history as a masterpiece of filmmaking thanks to the director, Alfonso Cuar\u00f3n. I spent eight years working to bring it to fruition, having optioned the book on its publication. It foreshadowed so many of the issues we are facing today.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? When I arrived in L.A. in the \u201980s, I was lucky enough to be introduced to Sherry Lansing. She ran a studio and was a legend, yet she always took the time to allow me to bend her ear. Jane Fonda is someone I greatly admire and had the pleasure of working with when she starred as Nancy Reagan in The Butler.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? I just finished a fabulous long-form TV project called The Artist. Next up is a tale about three generations of women and the effect they have on each other.<\/p>\n Jo Anne Worley<\/p>\n Comic Actress and President of Actors and Others for Animals\u00a0<\/p>\n ACTORSANDOTHERS.COM<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? A focus on spay and neuter has been our main thing at Actors and Others for Animals. That is why the shelters are full. We raise funds to help pay veterinarian bills for people, and we\u2019ll match you up with a good one who\u2019s close so that you don\u2019t have to drive out to the desert. The clients are not always people from showbiz. Some are from real life.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? Since comedy is my bag, I would see and admire Carol Burnett and certainly Lucille Ball, who paved the way. I started in theater and just kind of lucked my way into television. Not only were these ladies successful in their careers, but in their life\u2019s purposes of giving back. It [was] hard not to be a friend of Betty White. She was one of the founders of the group back in the \u201960s and her husband hosted game shows, which I did many times.<\/p>\n Justine Lupe<\/p>\n Actress<\/p>\n @MEJUSTINLUPE<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? I\u2019m most proud of myself for doing seasons 1 and 2 ofNobody Wants This while navigating the challenges that come with acting pregnant and postpartum. I took on more responsibility as an actor than I ever had prior, while also really embracing this new responsibility in my personal life.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? One of my dear friends, Eleonore Toulin, is a chef and makes incredible food. When I was on hiatus from work for a few years, I asked her to help me learn to cook and she took me under her wing. I also am inspired by the creative brain of Leslee Feldman at Amblin; Ashley Wells who runs All Time; and my friend, director Lorene Scafaria, who is immensely talented.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? I\u2019m currently working on the movie Sponsor for Apple with Jason Segel, John C. Reilly and Amy Madigan and directed by James Ponsoldt. After that, I\u2019ll be going into season 3 of Nobody Wants This.<\/p>\n Karey Burke<\/p>\n President of 20th Television\u00a0<\/p>\n @KAREY.BURKE<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? I\u2019m most proud of having raised thoughtful, brave children who are actively seeking joy and meaning in their lives. Then, the single best part of my job is watching a creator\u2019s vision truly connect with an audience. There\u2019s nothing better than seeing something deeply personal become widely loved.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? [President and Chief Creative Officer of The Walt Disney Company] Dana Walden is an extraordinary leader who continues to raise the bar, not just for women, but for everyone in this business. I\u2019m endlessly grateful for and inspired by my sisters: Julie, a CEO, and Erin, a career project manager.\u00a0<\/p>\n What\u2019s next for you? My current obsessions are Ryan Murphy\u2019s extraordinaryLove Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, as well as a new romantic comedy from Erin and Sara Foster for Hulu.<\/p>\n Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt<\/p>\n Author and Entrepreneur\u00a0<\/p>\n @KATHERINESCHWARZENEGGER<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? I\u2019m most proud of having three kids and being a mother over everything<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? My mom [Maria Shriver] is my greatest inspiration in all she does and balances. I am always inspired by her ability to be such a hands-on mother, wife, friend, sister and all-around boss woman!<\/p>\n What\u2019s next for you? I\u2019m loving doing interviews with different people for my podcast, BDA Baby (Before During and After Baby). We cover everything from fertility to relationships and sex after baby. I also love being able to work with amazing brands like Biologica \u2014 they\u2019re really aligned with pushing women\u2019s health and hormone wellness forward through conversations and support for every phase of a woman\u2019s life.<\/p>\n Karla Welch\u00a0<\/p>\n Stylist and Entrepreneur\u00a0<\/p>\n @KARLAWELCHSTYLIST<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? I\u2019m truly proud of all my work. I\u2019m proud that I\u2019ve been able to have a long styling career of almost 20 years. I\u2019m proud that I\u2019ve been able to work in so many different arenas of fashion. But right now, I\u2019m really deeply proud of the work we are doing at The Period Company to look at changing the way we period and the way the world even thinks about periods.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? The women who are out there in their own communities making a difference in people\u2019s lives. Not the fanfare but the ones who know that when women and girls thrive, everyone thrives.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? Changing the way the world periods [through absorbent, sustainable underwear that can be used in place of tampons or pads]. Oh, and awards season, of course!<\/p>\n Laura Dave<\/p>\n New York Times Bestselling Author\u00a0<\/p>\n @LAURADAVEAUTHOR<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? I\u2019m proud of The Last Thing He Told Me and its sequel, The First Time I Saw Him. I spent more than a decade with these characters and they have a special place in my heart.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? I\u2019m inspired by the mom friends. We\u2019re raising our children as a community. Also, how can I not mention Jennifer Garner? In addition to bringing Hannah Hall to life in an incredible way [in Apple TV\u2019s The Last Thing He Told Me], her charity work and work for children is a guiding light to so many.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next? I\u2019m adapting The Night We Lost Him as a film for Netflix. I\u2019m also writing a new novel, which takes place in Aspen and Big Sur.<\/p>\n Laura Friedman<\/p>\n Congresswoman<\/p>\n FRIEDMAN.HOUSE.GOV<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? Even when everyone said it was impossible, I fought the Trump administration\u2019s attempts to end funding from Covered California and helped get ACA tax credit relief passed in the House. So far, we returned $5.5 million directly to constituents\u2019 pockets. I led the fight to successfully unfreeze nearly $20 million in HIV prevention grants for our community.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? It hasn\u2019t been the politicians that have been my inspiration, but the local residents who volunteer their time on city commissions, doing political activism, on non-profit boards, at schools, libraries, community gardens and hospitals, for no reward or fanfare but out of a desire to make their communities better.<\/p>\n Lauren Parrish<\/p>\n Fashion Entrepreneur\u00a0<\/p>\n BETTYANDGEORGE.COM<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? There\u2019s nothing more rewarding than seeing someone wearing a piece I helped create. I\u2019m especially proud of the companies I\u2019ve founded and grown, notably Brochu Walker, as well as the bands I\u2019ve helped build.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? I\u2019m inspired by remarkable women such as Cristina Ehrlich, Elizabeth Stewart and Olivia Spralja \u2014 accomplished, entrepreneurial leaders.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next for you? Last year, I soft-launched a recycled cashmere sweater collection called Betty & George, named after my grandparents, and temporarily paused due to tariff challenges. I\u2019m happy to share that we are relaunching the brand.<\/p>\n Madison Poulter<\/p>\n Mad Collective Founder<\/p>\n MADCOLLECTIVELA.ORG<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? In just one year, we\u2019ve built a city-wide network rooted in care and action \u2014 a community that shows up when our systems don\u2019t. Feeding neighbors impacted by ICE, responding when SNAP was suspended and stepping in during moments of real need have been some of our most meaningful efforts. What matters most is how this work brings people together. It shows that care is accessible, collective action works and that everyone has a role to play.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? I\u2019m focused on building sustainable funding so this work can grow. The goal is simple: get people fed. But the vision is bigger than any one program. Too many of us are one stroke of bad luck away from needing help, and I want a future where feeding one another is normal, dignified and rooted in generosity \u2014 not crisis. Mutual care shouldn\u2019t be the exception; it should be the standard.<\/p>\n Marianna Gatto<\/p>\n Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\u00a0<\/p>\n MARIANNAGATTO.COM<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? I began working on the museum project in 2005, spearheading the campaign to renovate the historic building and develop the museum. I documented the largely unknown history of Italian Americans in the region. I helped negotiate a landmark agreement with the City of Los Angeles, led the capital campaign, authored the museum\u2019s permanent exhibition and oversaw the museum\u2019s opening.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? What\u2019s next for me is continuing my work in history, culture, public engagement and preservation. In June, the IAMLA will debut its newest original temporary exhibition, Mangia! The Evolution of Italian Food in the U.S., which examines the process by which Italian cuisine evolved from the largely unknown foodways belonging to a marginalized group of immigrants \u2014 a foreign \u201cexotic\u201d cuisine \u2014 to a deeply integrated if not inextricable part of American life.<\/p>\n Michelle Pesce<\/p>\n DJ + CEO\/Founder Of Nona Entertainment<\/p>\n @DJMICHELLEPESCE<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? Thriving as a full-time DJ in L.A. for over 20 years! In a city that has historically supported the next and newest, it\u2019s been a huge feat to consistently spin at this level.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? I\u2019m fiercely inspired by entrepreneurs, activists and those raising the spiritual vibe in our city. Especially the women who are elevating the Hollywood entertainment or DJ worlds and those using their platforms to make the world a better place \u2014 the true believers in what L.A. is and can be!<\/p>\n What\u2019s next for you? My gigs include events around the Super Bowl, The Actor Awards, the Oscars, Europe and a few premieres. I\u2019ll continue elevating my artist booking firm of 10+ years, Nona Entertainment, by working with the most talented DJs and non-DJ musicians in the city. This is a time to see our city shine again with major events after a rough five years.<\/p>\n Patti R\u00f6ckenwagner<\/p>\n Restaurateur and Philanthropist\u00a0<\/p>\n @PROCKENWAGNER<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? Working with my husband Hans R\u00f6ckenwagner on the majority sale of our bakery to private equity. It was a 30-year overnight success and a rare exit in the hospitality industry.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? My besties Jamie Lee Curtis, Jodie Foster and Alex Hedison (all born-and-raised native Angelenos, by the way) are superlative artists, philanthropists, advocates and humans. How lucky for L.A. (and me) that we get to claim them.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? I\u2019m currently helping World Without Exploitation, the nation\u2019s largest coalition working to end human trafficking and sexual exploitation, in their noble effort to get all the Epstein files properly released.<\/p>\n Quenlin Blackwell<\/p>\n Actress and Content Creator<\/p>\n @QUENBLACKWELL<\/a><\/p>\n Which projects or accomplishments are you most proud of? Some of the moments I\u2019m most proud of include walking in the Victoria\u2019s Secret Fashion Show, continuing to grow my cooking series Feeding Starving Celebrities and appearing on HBO\u2019s I Love LA.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? I\u2019m especially grateful to Rachel Sennott for believing in me and bringing me intoI Love LA, and of course, my mother, who has always been my biggest inspiration and grounding force.<\/p>\n What are you currently working on, and what\u2019s next for you? Right now, I\u2019m focused on continuing to build Feeding Starving Celebrities and developing new projects across television and film. I\u2019ve been working on a project near and dear to my heart for the past few years that I can\u2019t share details for yet, but I can\u2019t wait to put it out into the world hopefully later this year.<\/p>\n Rachel S. Moore<\/p>\n President and CEO of the Music Center\u00a0<\/p>\n MUSICCENTER.ORG<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? One of the accomplishments I\u2019m most proud of is reimagining The Music Center as a 21st century performing arts institution and one grounded in equity, relevance and service to community.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have served as inspirations to you? I\u2019m honored to be part of a legacy of incredible female leaders at The Music Center, including former board chairs Cindy Miscikowski, Lisa Specht and Andrea Van de Kamp and our founder Dorothy Buffum Chandler.<\/p>\n Rebecca Corry<\/p>\n Stand Up for Pits Executive Director<\/p>\n STANDUPFORPITS.US<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? What I\u2019m most proud of is the Stand Up For Pits Foundation and the countless pit bull lives this desperately needed charity continues to save.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? The greatest teacher, friend and inspiration I\u2019ve ever known is Angel. She has four legs and never spoke a word, but she changed the trajectory of my life [and] inspired a movement.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next? I am working on ending the suffering and killing of dogs in Los Angeles, which has been allowed to happen for decades. I\u2019m writing and directing my third documentary film, which supports the Stand Up For Pits Foundation mission and will expose the societal state of emergency America\u2019s animals are in.<\/p>\n Ruth Carter<\/p>\n Costume Designer<\/p>\n @THEREALRUTHECARTER<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? Projects like Black Panther asked for more than design \u2014 they required cultural responsibility, imagination and a deep respect for history. I\u2019m equally proud of the quieter victories: building a department rooted in trust, mentoring the next generation and sustaining a career that has allowed me to grow, take risks and remain true to my voice over decades. Longevity itself is an accomplishment.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? Los Angeles means the Angels, and two women I consider angels are Angela Bassett and Zinzi Coogler.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next for you? My traveling exhibition, Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design, currently in residence at the African American Museum in Philadelphia, invites audiences to experience costume design as a language of culture, history and imagination. On the film side, I have The Thomas Crown Affair coming up with the extraordinary Michael B. Jordan, and I\u2019ll soon begin a new project with the endlessly creative Eddie Murphy.<\/p>\n Dr. Sharona R. Nazarian<\/p>\n Beverly Hills Mayor<\/p>\n @SHARONA4BH<\/a><\/p>\n What are you most proud of? Public safety has always been my North Star. A city can only thrive when people feel safe, seen and protected. Throughout my term, we have worked in close partnership with our Beverly Hills Police and Fire Departments to implement forward-thinking, technology-driven solutions that keep our community protected 24 hours a day.<\/p>\n Which women in L.A. have inspired you? My mother was my mentor. She taught me that education is not simply an achievement, but a responsibility.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next for you? I am always thinking about how to make things better. Meaningful progress requires both vision and action, and I am proud of the innovative initiatives we are launching across our city that reflect both. Looking ahead, I am honored and excited to announce my reelection campaign for Beverly Hills City Council.<\/p>\n Tara Rudes Dann<\/p>\n L\u2019agence Fashion Director<\/p>\n![\"Aisha](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Unknown-1-802x1200.jpeg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Hilary](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_HILARY_SHOR_003-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Jo](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/JoAnneWorley2_fpo-e1772583005348-947x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Joan Marcus<\/p>\n![\"Justine](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/JustineLupe_1_003-953x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Shayan Asgharnia<\/p>\n![\"Karey](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_KAREY_BURKE_001-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Katherine](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2025-HeadshotKatherineSchwarzenegger_028050_CREDIT-Cindy-Gold-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Cindy Gold<\/p>\n![\"Karla](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/KARLA-WELCH_2026-IMG_1281-1084x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Max Gerber<\/p>\n![\"Laura](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Dave-Author-Photo_CREDIT-katherine-eskovitz-900x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Katherine Eskovitz<\/p>\n![\"Laura](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2025-12-03_BT_0419-1200x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Office of Congresswoman Laura Friedman<\/p>\n![\"Lauren](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_LAUREN_PARRISH_003-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Madison](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_MADISON_POULTER_003-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Marianna](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_MARIANNA_GATTO_001-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Michelle](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_MICHELLE_PESCE_003-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Patti](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_PATTI_ROCKENWAGNER_001-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Quenlin](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1-film-0002-1101x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Max Montgomery<\/p>\n![\"Rachel](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Rachel-S.-Moore-Headshot-2-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Courtesy Rachel S. Moore<\/p>\n![\"Rebecca](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_REBECCA_CORRY002-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Ruth](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_RUTH_E_CARTER_009_REV-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Mayor](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LAM_LAWOMAN_MAYOR_NAZARIAN_002_no-leaf-800x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n![\"Tara](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image001-1068x1200.jpg\"\/)
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Credit: Ron Mey<\/p>\n
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Credit: Irvin Rivera<\/p>\n