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ANNETTE ERMSHAR, PH.D. FOUNDER/CEO, DR. ERMSHAR & ASSOCIATES, SPECIALIZED PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES i Dr. Ermshar is a clinical psychologist with 15-plus years of experience conducting psychotherapy and assessments with children, adolescents, and adults. She has added specialization in neuropsychology, forensic assessment, and diagnostic/ psychological evaluations. She is sought after for assessment expertise in complicated psychiatric diagnoses and neuropsychological issues. Dr. Ermshar has been an expert witness in numerous legal cases and serves as an expert consultant in television/media. EDUCATION: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology; Postdoctoral Fellowship Forensic Psychology; Postdoctoral Masters in Clinical Psychopharmacology. + BEST ADVICE: "The greatest act of courage is to be and to own all of who you are, without apology, without excuses, without masks to cover the truth." — D. Ford. HOBBY/PASSION: Dr. Ermshar is very involved in supporting the creative arts and local nonprofi t organizations. She was recently chair of the Hillsides gala, and is on the Board of Directors for The Music Center's Los Angeles Master Chorale, the Pasadena Symphony/POPS, and Glendale Adventist Medical Center. ADDRESS: 2400 Mission St., San Marino PHONE: 626.405.0521 ONLINE: drermshar.com EMAIL: aermshar@drermshar.com Michele Giffi n REALTOR, PODLEY PROPERTIES i Michele Giffi n attributes much of her success in real estate to her longtime residency in the greater Pasadena communities, her passion for serving clients to the very best of her ability and her dedication and involvement in the community. In addition to being a top producing agent, Michele volunteers. Michele strongly believes in giving back to the community and has served as the chairman of fundraising for Door of Hope and is involved with several nonprofi ts including Pasadena Heritage and Union Station. She is currently on the board for Treasure Little Children (TLC) and looks forward to helping as many kids as possible. + BEST ADVICE: Your true worth is determined by how much more you give in value than you take in payment. BUCKET LIST: I'd love to have my own nonprofi t and feed people in need. HOBBY/PASSION: Cooking, sailing, photography, coordinating events. PROUD MOMENT: Participating in the 40 mile Avon Walk to raise money and awareness for breast cancer. ADDRESS: 897 Granite Dr., Pasadena PHONE: 626.639.1719 EMAIL: Michele.giffi n@podley.com Laura M. Norris CFP ® SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND FINANCIAL ADVISOR, MORGAN STANLEY i My goal is to earn trust by understanding family dynamics. I was raised in a small family business that helped build the foundation for my beliefs and values. + BEST ADVICE: Never forget who you are. FUN FACT: I grew up without electricity in the backwoods of Maine. BUCKET LIST: Marry the most wonderful man in my world—August 2017! HOBBY/PASSION: Marathon runner! FAVORITE DESTINATION: At home with my fi ancé, Darius, and our dogs, Cooper and Honey. PROUD MOMENT: Celebrating 20 years with the same employer—Morgan Stanley! TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: How to fi nd balance! MANTRA: Life is better at The Lake! The Lake Avenue Group at Morgan Stanley— Professional Wealth Management with a Personal Touch. ADDRESS: 55 S. Lake Ave., 7th Fl., Pasadena PHONE: 626.304.2457 ONLINE: fa.morganstanley.com/ lakeavenuegroup/index.htm EMAIL: laura.m.norris@morganstanley.com Certifi ed Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certifi cation marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP in the U.S. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC MARCH 2017 77 POWER PLAYERS