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Fashion Show Presenter –
ABT – Authentic by Tracey
What began almost by accident in 2012 has grown into a thriving fashion brand. While purchasing overstock from a major retailer, Tracey began selling jewelry and kimonos to help supplement the cost of her daughter’s competitive horseback riding. She started small—selling at local markets and even yard sales in her mother’s Whittier yard. Word quickly spread, and customers eagerly watched neighborhood groups for announcements of her next sale.
As Tracey’s business grew from a few pieces each week to complete outfits, so did her reputation for having a great eye for fashion. During the pandemic, an unexpected opportunity led to a 2,000-square-foot store at Manhattan Village Mall in Manhattan Beach, where ABT operated from November 2020 through January 2022. The store even attracted Hollywood stylists who shopped there for television productions.
Today, Authentic by Tracey has a boutique in Riviera Village in Redondo Beach and hosts events throughout the year. The brand has grown into a name recognized in three states, reflecting Tracey’s passion for fashion, her entrepreneurial spirit, and her knack for helping women find their own authentic style.
When she isn’t styling customers, Tracey works as a mortgage loan officer—proving she knows how to make both fashion and finance work!
Social Media: Instagram (@authenticbytracey) and Facebook Page
Jewelry by Gail Douglas
Park Lane Jewelry Consultant
After nearly 20 years in corporate sales and marketing, Gail transitioned to Direct Sales to be with her two sons. She chose Park Lane Jewelry, drawn to the gorgeous pieces, their fantastic customer and hostess programs, and unconditional guarantee. Park Lane’s mission is to empower women to pursue their dreams. Gail’s passion is helping women accessorize with jewelry, look and feel good, boosting their self-confidence and bringing smiles to their faces. She considers herself ito be in the “happiness” business. In her free time, Gail enjoys working out, reading, traveling, cheering for her favorite sports teams, and spending quality moments with family, friends, and her two fur babies.
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Our Models
Brenda Dalzell
Brenda is a Fullerton resident of 25 years, a world-class ballroom dancer, and a Senior Paralegal specializing in family law. A graduate of Cal State Fullerton with a degree in Film and Television, Brenda has competed in ballroom and Latin dance competitions around the world. In 2018, she won the World Championship in Ballroom Dance in Blackpool, England.
Her creative talents extend beyond the dance floor. Brenda has directed and choreo-graphed music videos, appeared in the Pageant of the Masters, and choreographs wedding dances for couples looking to create a memorable first dance. Outside of her professional and artistic pursuits, Brenda is the proud mother of a son who is a junior at Baylor University in Texas, studying mechanical engineering.
She is also a notary and enjoys being an active member of the Fullerton community. Brenda is the niece of Bev Thomson.
Lissette Escobedo
Lissette is currently a full-time Community Advocate at Radiant Futures where she works with survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking in prevention education and outreach. She is also a graduate student and working towards a Masters in marriage and family therapy. Lissette loves animals and has 3 fur babies of her own: a corgi and 2 cats. On her free time she likes to play video games with friends, binge tv shows, and go hiking.
Maria Elena Jones
Maria Elena is a woman of faith, a devoted wife, bonus mom and grandmother who has been married to her “person,” Roderick (Roddy Rod), for 26 years. Together they share a beautiful blended family, including two daughters, six grandchildren and two furry babies.
After more than 21 years as an Office Manager and Senior Client Services Associate at an Irvine accounting and wealth management firm, Maria now dedicates much of her time to serving others. She believes in the power of prayer combined with action and is passionate about encouraging those facing difficult life challenges.
Maria has served as a board member and chaplain of the Leon Owens Scholarship Foundation since its establishment in 1994. She is also a Visionary Leader for Blood Cancer United, where her fundraising efforts have raised more than $700,000.
A member of the Woman’s Club of Fullerton since 2007, Maria supports numerous community causes and also volunteers monthly at her childhood church, First United Methodist Church of Fullerton, serving breakfast to those experiencing homelessness.
Dr. Jody Rotuna
Dr. Jody Rotuna refers to herself as an old fashioned chiropractor, adjusting the full body – from the ears to the toes. Her specialties include diagnostic x-rays, treating people who have been in automobile accidents, offering D.O.T. physicals, and more.
With honesty and integrity at the forefront of her practice, and over 26 years of experience, her thorough, attentive skills matched with a kind, caring approach makes the experience of her care a truly unique one.
Dr. Rotuna earned her B.S. in Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton, and continued her education to earn her Doctorate of Chiropractic at Los Angeles Chiropractic College in April of 2000.
Dr. Rotuna proudly holds certifications in NRCME, and is a Certified X-ray Supervisor and Operator.
Dr. Rotuna is an experienced chiropractor with a demonstrated history of working in the natural healthcare industry. Skilled in treating scoliosis, neck, back, and extremities, including ear adjustments, X-ray diagnostics, providing care for auto accidents and athletic recovery. Committed to delivering exceptional chiropractic care and educating the community on natural health practices. ROP (Regional Occupational Program), State instructor for natural healthcare learning. She is also a mentor for chiropractic interns in proper adjustment techniques/clinical guidance.
Dr. Rotuna is an ambassador with the Placentia Chamber of Commerce and a former Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Dakota Stout
is a dynamic and compassionate high school junior currently attending CalOps. Formerly a student at Fullerton High School, Dakota continues to thrive as a leader, creator, and advocate in both academic and community spaces.
A former top Girl Scout cookie sales leader, Dakota blends entrepreneurial drive with a deep commitment to service. She volunteers regularly at Tara’s Chance, where her love of horses meets her passion for supporting individuals with special needs through therapeutic riding.
Currently serving as President of her youth women’s group in Fullerton, Dakota leads with empathy, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of purpose. She’s also an active theater enthusiast, bringing energy and expression to the stage while building confidence and collaboration behind the scenes.
Beyond her community work, Dakota runs her own YouTube channel with over 1.6K subscribers, sharing creative content that reflects her voice and vision. Whether she’s performing, organizing, or advocating, Dakota is going places—and she’s just getting started
Dianne Wallace
Dianne was born in Los Angeles when the La Brea Tar Bits were a place to play and explore unlike today where they are a formal museum piece.
She went to all Los Angeles schools until moving to Orange County where she has lived the last 60 years. Dianne graduated from CSLB while raising three children. She did graduate work at USC in Systems Management. Her pride and joy in life are her three beautiful amazing grandchildren.
Traveling is a passion of Dianne’s just recently returning from Melbourne, Australia to watch the RAMS football game. Dianne is a passionate fan of the RAMS and has been so since she was a little girl about 9 years old. She is has a RAMS room with many memorabilia some over 45 years old.
She also loves purple and has a purple room with purple toys and dolls.
Dianne is passionate about doing charity work and helping others. In addition to WCOF, she is active in OLLI where she is involved in the Crescendo Choir, Snappy Tappers, Flash Mob, Drama, Trips, etc., Mother Goose Guild, Elks, and many others too numerous to name. Dianne is always willing to volunteer and donate her time wherever needed.