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Contributors



Fernando Zerillo – Creative Director / Publisher With his innate ability to turn words into pictures, Fernando excels at stimulating a discerning Dolce audience. His visually appealing designs, flawless layouts, and interactive web pages speak volumes about his experience, which spans over a decade. Pairing the latest technological advancements with just the right touch, Fernando is a strong leader that gives new meaning to inspirational, eye-catching imagery.


Angela Palmieri – Director of Operations and MarketingAngela’s strong communication skills stem from her background in professional writing and translation, giving her the ability to identify with the needs of readers and advertisers. Team leader and cheerleader, Angela’s always on the go – form coordinating events, motivating team members, selling great ideas, and pitching hard-hitting editorial stories.


Lina Posteraro – Office and Account Manager

Leading the sales department with her powerful marketing techniques, Lina successfully secures major accounts for Dolce. By carefully selecting exclusive luxury retailers to advertise, Lina services readers with what she knows they want to see.


Steve Bruno – Web Designer

Since graduating from Humber College’s Interactive Multimedia design and production program, Steve has continued to be inspired by the limitless possibilities of emerging technologies. Keeping close tabs on up-and-coming web trends, Steve delivers customized, interactive solutions for a satisfied clientele.


Susan Shakoor – Graphic Designer

Susan continues to pursue her love of the graphic and web design industry by extending her talent to Dolce. Honing her skills with over seven years of experience working at major corporations, Susan’s knack for design is palpable. She attended George Brown College and received a diploma in graphic design.


Christina Ban – Graphic Designer

Raising the bar in the graphic design industry, Christina expresses her passion for the field with each masterpiece she creates. Constantly infusing fresh and exciting solutions for the pages of Dolce, Christina credits her skill to The Ontario College of Art and Design, where she received a bachelor in design.


Omar Cushnie – Senior Graphic Designer

Happy to design materials for people all over the world, Omar continues to express his fresh concepts and original ideas to wide audiences. Born in Jamaica, Omar graduated with honours from both of Humber College’s advertising and graphic design and electronic publishing programs. He brings over a decade of experience to Dolce.


Simona Panetta – Writer /  Copy Editor [Read Articles]

Writing anything from health and home décor, to travel and fashion stories, Simona keeps the Dolce audience well-informed on the world’s hottest topics. Ensuring accuracy and consistency in every Dolce issue, Simona’s policy is to fine-tune editorials and advertising pages to perfection. She is a graduate of Ryerson University’s journalism program.


Christopher Heard – Writer [Read Articles]

A celebrity’s rise to fame has yet to captured quite as nicely as Christopher. Dolce readers can count on him to deliver the latest celebrity scoop in every issue. Christopher is also the author of four books, and has appeared on the Gemini award-winning E! True Hollywood Story, and A & E’s Biography. Christopher also co-created and co-hosted the movie review show Reel to Real. He currently hosts two shows on ichannel.


Jill Ronsley – Copy Editor

Jill Ronsley, founder of Sun Editing & Book Design, has edited several prize-winning books and was awarded Best Book Editor 2005, by the Preditors and Editors Readers Poll. A McGill graduate, Jill has edited numerous books and articles, was the editor-in-chief of The Blue Review for writers, has been a judge in writing competitions, and has written articles on writing, editing and book design.


Stephanie D’Angelo – Writer [Read Articles]

Having completed a degree in psychology from York University, Stephanie plans to continue her education by obtaining a master’s degree in journalism. Stephanie’s experience at Dolce has strengthened her communications skills and enriched her passion for writing. Her love of fashion, reading, and shopping puts a trendy spin on the pages of Dolce.



Michelle Levy – Producer of “In The City”

Michelle Levy is a Toronto based media relations, strategic philanthropy and event marketing consultant, providing specialized, targeted, high-profile publicity, celebrity participation and special events organization for charities, the entertainment and fashion industries. Drawing on over 20
years of charity and fundraising work, she has demonstrated her expertise around the globe, including events in New York, Palm Beach, London England, Versailles France, New Brunswick, Montreal, Vancouver and Toronto.


 

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