"Discovering Hidden Gems: Inspiring Stories from New York Life & Beyond"

January 21, 2025
Written by Admin TOA
Published in TOA Authors

By Cemil Özyurt - In this edition, we bring you a collection of fascinating stories, unlike anything you've read before. For 22 years, we have been on a thrilling journey, and with our New York Life & Beyond brand, we continue to connect with our readers with the same excitement. In this issue, you will discover stories of women who stand out with their achievements, entrepreneurs making waves, and extraordinary professionals who are reshaping their industries. Our cover story features Onur Şafak, a young entrepreneur who has quickly made a name for himself in New York with his Blue Meze brand. He recently opened his second restaurant in the historic New York Life building. We’ve dedicated this issue's cover to Onur, the new tenant of the building that houses the New York Life magazine. Other stories include Afa Zada, CEO of Palm Beach County-based Zada Advisors, who transitioned from a diplomatic career to visa consulting, and Hürrem Hammam & SPA, which brings a fresh take on the traditional Turkish bath style to Miami.

You'll also find profiles of Lara Özkan, a rising star making waves in the scientific community with her work at MIT; Dr. Nalan Öncül, New Jersey’s first female Turkish eye doctor; and Florida Quality Truss, the company behind the iconic roof project of the Hard Rock Hollywood building. Additionally, we spotlight the CEO Club of New York, which brings cigar enthusiasts together in New Jersey, and Elif & Barbaros Tapan, the couple who founded one of Hollywood's most prestigious film festivals.

We also feature Onal Gallant Bayram & Amin PC, a New Jersey-based law firm with a large team of attorneys providing solutions to all kinds of legal problems. Attorney Ekin Senlet, a partner at Barclay Damon LLP specializing in Regulatory and Energy law, and Serhan Aydemir, whose website has helped thousands find jobs, homes, and vehicles, are among the professionals making a difference in this issue.

Non-profit organizations highlighted in this issue include Zakat Foundation, a global organization extending a helping hand to those in need. For the first time, they hosted a cultural festival in Chicago.

If you’re tired of the current hot topics and looking for something refreshing and motivating, this issue is for you. We hope you enjoy reading it. Please don't hesitate to share your thoughts and feedback with us.
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