Promising Women in Business, 2026
Digital Edition 2025
The Finer Side
Bekah Gilmer
Bekah Gilmer is the founder of The Finer Side, a luxury wedding and event planning company known for creating seamless and elevated celebrations. Her journey into the world of events began at just sixteen years old. While many teenagers were still exploring their interests, she was already mentoring alongside some of the most respected coordinators in the Southeast.
Suzannah Radack
Suzannah Radack is a senior people leader with extensive experience in building global teams and shaping strong workplace cultures in fast-growing technology companies.
Samantha Peters
Samantha Peters is an author, speaker, mentor, podcast host, and the founder of Light Up Your Life. Her journey into business was not born from comfort or privilege, but from instability, trauma, and emotional hardship. She grew up learning how to survive difficult circumstances rather than how to truly enjoy life.
Gloria Young
Gloria Young’s journey into entrepreneurship began with a simple but powerful desire to create impact. She did not set out to build a business empire. Instead, she focused on helping families, especially mothers and children, who were navigating one of the most important roles of their lives without enough guidance or support.
Dutchess Hamilton
Dutchess Hamilton is an entrepreneur and operations professional who is building a sustainability-focused brand rooted in community impact. Her journey began when she noticed clear gaps in everyday essential products and saw an opportunity to create better alternatives.
