CityBox Leadership Stories
Exploring the people, places and experiences shaping how we live, work, create and connect.
Shawn Salamida: The Leadership Behind the Care
Shawn Salamida, President of Lakeview Center in Pensacola, Florida, has built a leadership career around behavioral health, human services and strengthening the systems people rely on in difficult moments. As part of the CityBox Magazine Practitioners Collective, his story reveals the leadership behind the care—and the impact thoughtful, connected systems can have across Northwest Florida.
Dr. Marcos Ortega: Carrying Forward a Legacy of Plastic Surgery Leadership in Pensacola
Dr. Marcos Ortega, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon and owner of Ortega Plastic Surgery in Pensacola, Florida, carries forward a medical legacy rooted in the community since 1974. As part of the CityBox Practitioners Collective, his leadership story reflects surgical excellence, patient trust, stewardship, and the responsibility of guiding an established practice into its next chapter.
The Power of Listening: Dr. Michael Riesberg’s Prescription for More Human Healthcare
Dr. Michael V. Riesberg, Founder and Medical Director of The Riesberg Institute, has built a distinguished career at the intersection of medical excellence, thoughtful innovation, and human connection. Discover how the board-certified otolaryngologist, former U.S. Navy physician and flight surgeon, and dedicated Pensacola community leader is redefining patient-centered care through the power of listening.
An Evening of Leadership, Legacy and Impact
CityBox Magazine celebrates cover star Dr. Michael Riesberg, founder of The Riesberg Institute, during an intimate evening of leadership, legacy and connection at The District Lounge. The private gathering brought together distinguished medical professionals, executives and community advocates for Dr. Riesberg’s cover presentation, leadership video reels, the Practitioners Collective and a special charity spotlight honoring Survivor-Led Solutions.
Pillars of Promise: Mentoring Future Leaders, Creating Pathways Forward
Pillars of Promise is a Pensacola-based nonprofit focused on mentorship, leadership development, empowerment, and creating pathways for individuals and communities to grow. Led by Dillard Trapp, Dr. Marcus McBride, and Travell Davis, the organization is helping strengthen future leaders through connection, opportunity, and meaningful community impact.
Jennifer Troyer: Redefining Wellness Through Personalized Care
Jennifer Troyer, Founder and Owner of Emerald Waters Hormone & Weight Loss Clinic in Pensacola, has built her healthcare journey around personalized care, meaningful communication, and helping patients take a more active role in their well-being. Her CityBox story explores the experience, purpose, and entrepreneurial vision behind a practice focused on hormones, weight management, and individualized wellness.
Shalini Verma: Designing the Future, One Build at a Time
Shalini Verma, Founder and President of Yellow Hat Construction Company, has built a career around vision, craftsmanship, and the belief that meaningful spaces begin with thoughtful leadership. Her CityBox story explores the journey behind her work in construction, design, and development and the relationships, resilience, and purpose that continue to shape what she builds next.
Michele Carlton: Brewing Connection. Serving Community.
CityBox Magazine Cover Star Michele Carlton, owner of PJ’s Coffee in Pensacola and Ambassador for the Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce, has built a journey rooted in resilience, entrepreneurship, and connection. Discover how each chapter of her story ultimately led her to create more than a coffee shop, it led her to build community.
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