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Latest issue of ICON/REFINED
Fall 2024 edition out now!
In the Fall 2024 issue of ICON/REFINED, it’s all about reaching new levels of success in your business, health, mindset, and relationships.
PODCAST
Beyond the Image
This show will give you the tools, resources, insights and information you need to be unapologetically successful. Listen in and learn how you too can develop beyond the image!
Must Read
“I decided once and for all that this was the damn year”
How boudoir photographer Shayla Pelton knew it was time to leave her 9-to-five.
Land your dream clients on Instagram
See ya later, cold pitching! Attract more clients on social just by getting intentional about your business.
What our style columnist is wearing to happy hour
Drinks after work? Lori Young rounds up the top looks for hitting the patio.
Behind the Brand: Ali Budd designs a dynamic team
With her new show, House of Ali, the interior designer stands out in the industry.
Build your own wellness retreat
Whether your business is in transition or you’re getting centered to avoid burnout, follow these steps to rest and reflect–so you can come back stronger.
Adrienne Ferro empowers entrepreneurs through health and fitness
She believes in a sustainable approach.
Performance Review: Vortex Wellness Studio
We might be trading in spa days for high-tech self-care.
How small businesses benefit from corporate wellness programs
Corporate wellness programs reduce costs for businesses while boosting productivity and increasing employee happiness.
5 reasons why your Facebook posts aren’t getting reactions
Growth accelerates past a certain follower count, but high engagement requires smart algorithm use, emotional content, niche focus, self-promotion, and patience.
Why branding is about more than just picking the right logo
Here’s why developing consistent experiences, visuals, and communication strategies can wire customers’ brains for remembering you.
The ICON/REFINED 2024 Top Icons of the Year
In a country-wide search, these are the best and brightest in their industry.
How to get clients to actually pay their bills
Communicate your payment terms with confidence, and set yourself up to get what’s yours–no matter the situation.
Graydon Moffat stages a beautiful rebellion
Graydon Skincare is built on the principles of positive aging, transparency, and empowerment
Chef Peter McQuaid skewers the competition
At 25 years old, this culinary icon has a few secret ingredients to the incredible success he’s reached.
How Alayne Wadsworth advocates for social responsibility
The art director and content creator knows she has the power to make change.
Laura Soulios builds beauty from the inside out
Intertwining skincare and body transformation services helps her clients feel their best.
Photographer Aleksandar Antonijevic on the business of art
The ballet-dancer-turned-photographer’s work is informed by the experience of being human.
Why Helfrich Collective’s purpose-driven message resonates with its audience
The apparel brand donates proceeds from each launch to important causes.
2 communication tactics that’ll make you a better leader
Knowledge–and not being afraid to use it–make you an essential team member, according to this study.
Turn your vision board into an action board
Getting lost between dreams and reality? This three-step refresh will help you get clear on how to reach your goals.
Chelsea Clarke
Editor in Chief
A Message From Our Editor
ICON REFINED believes in advocating for the whole entrepreneur. Through cultivating thriving relationships, building personal health, and promoting an inclusive culture, business success becomes even sweeter. ICON REFINED is a team of leaders, creatives, and experts who are all working towards a common goal: Elevating the modern entrepreneur’s lifestyle.