BEST TRAINING PROVIDER — Sussex County
Written by Olivia Minzola  |  Photo by Grant L. Gursky
Training is an essential part of any dog’s life, and Lori Leonard, owner and head trainer of Dogs and Their Companions, has made it her mission to bring out the very best in your four-legged friend. Lori, who proudly holds the title of Certified Professional Trainer (CPT) and has been training dogs for over 20 years,

FIONA WEEKS, BEST BUSINESSWOMAN, BEST FURNITURE STORE
& BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER
Written by Kristen Hampshire  |  Photo by Jill Jasuta
Imagine a home-decor boutique brimming with vibrant, coastal-inspired treasures. Then imagine an ever-changing showroom stocked with comfortable, stylish upholstery, unique art, timeless accessories and gifts, fresh lighting, tableware, tile and textiles — because you’ll find all of that and more at Dwelling &

BEST MORTGAGE SPECIALIST
& BEST MORTGAGE TEAM — Wicomico County
Zach Hunt (NMLS ID #: 2001834), Devon Eastlack (NMLS ID #: 414490), Shawn Hunt (NMLS ID #: 1098459) & Aaron Jones (NMLS ID #: 1443665)
Written by Kristen Hampshire  |  Photography by Grant L. Gursky
“It’s like putting a puzzle together. Every client has a different story and different goals for their future home.

BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
— Worcester County
Dana Bartholomew is an award-winning photographer with a host of accolades and vast client roster to her credit, yet she’s continually honing her craft by studying the infinite ways natural and artifical light can illuminate her subjects and influence her images. She’s a lighting specialist and shoots an array of subject matter — from weddings and family portraits to engagement photos and,