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Eleni Kassian
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Eleni Kassian is an editorial byline for The Business Nearby, with a focus on Main Street Revival Projects, Market Trends, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs). Biographical credentials and external profiles are published only after verification.
Kendra Baptiste
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Kendra Baptiste is an editorial byline for The Business Nearby, with a focus on Community & Commerce, Main Street Revival, Social Entrepreneurship. Biographical credentials and external profiles are published only after verification.
Rizza Valencia
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Rizza Valencia is an editorial byline for The Business Nearby, with a focus on New Openings, Shop Local Guides, Community & Commerce. Biographical credentials and external profiles are published only after verification.
Shira Edelman
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Shira Edelman is an editorial byline for The Business Nearby, with a focus on Owner Spotlights, Closings & Legacy, Multi-generational Businesses. Biographical credentials and external profiles are published only after verification.
Simone Ito
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Simone Ito is an editorial byline for The Business Nearby, with a focus on Market Trends, Business Resources, Data-driven Investigations. Biographical credentials and external profiles are published only after verification.