Gary Press
Founder and CEO
A visionary entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in advertising, marketing, publishing, and finance, Gary Press is once again at the helm of Lifestyle Media Group and South Florida Business & Wealth as Founder and CEO after reacquiring the company in late 2024. Previously, he led the company to become one of South Florida’s most influential media groups, overseeing 13 publications with a readership of 750,000.
Beyond publishing, Gary has successfully launched and sold financial and marketing solution companies, demonstrating his ability to create and grow revenue-driven enterprises. A dedicated community leader, he actively supports local nonprofits, educational initiatives, and chambers of commerce. A proud South Florida sports fan, Gary lives in Pompano Beach with his wife, Randi.
Melanie Geronemus Smit
Creative Director – Lifestyle Media Group
Melanie is an award-winning creative director at Lifestyle Media Group, where she designs and produces 12 magazines per month. The native Floridian has spent more than 24 years in the creative field, the past 13 with Lifestyle Media Group. Melanie takes projects from conception through completion and works with clients from businesses of all types and develops strategies for creating high-impact visual experiences. Prior to employment at Lifestyle Media Group, Melanie worked for Harris Drury and Cohen, J. Walter Thompson, and the South Florida Business Journal.
Michelle Simon
Publisher – Lifestyle Media Group
Michelle spent 26 years at the Sun-Sentinel in production, sales and management. She created and as Publisher, launched both City & Shore and Shalom Today award-winning magazines. In 2013, she joined Lifestyle Media Group as Publisher of all seven city titles. During those years, Michelle produced record sales results and unique advertiser events. As a community leader, she has served on many organizations’ boards and committees…making a difference in South Florida.
Jessica Graves
Group Editor-in-Chief
Jessica Graves is the Group Editor for Lifestyle, South Florida Business & Wealth, and LUXE magazines—shaping stories that inspire, inform, and spark conversation. An Emmy® Award-winning writer, director, and producer, she’s brought her creative touch to powerhouse networks and global brands. With a knack for storytelling and a flair for connecting with audiences, Jessica blends editorial savvy and entertainment industry chops to create content people can’t wait to read or watch. A South Florida native and mother of two, she aims to bring warmth, wit, and real-world perspective to every story she tells.
Art Directors
Alexander Hernandez
Evelyn Suarez
Advertising Marketing Directors
Shari Glatter
Anne Nebanzahl
Steve Lederman
Ben Hamilton
Kim Sarni
Operations Manager
Monica St. Omer