A Day Of Self-Nourishment
A Day of Self-Nourishment
Dara Kennedy of Ayla Beauty, style consultant Lisa Raja, nutritionist Michelle Dwyer, acupuncturist Dr. Anna Gold, and lifestyle designer Erica Tanov invite you to an immersive day of thoughtful conversation, expert guidance, and restorative treatments. Designed to nourish both body and mind, this intimate gathering offers a rare opportunity to connect deeply with yourself and a curated collective of wellness experts.
Attend for part of the day or stay for the full event with us — however you can fit a moment of self-nourishment into your schedule, we'll look forward to welcoming you.
Saturday, March 22nd
11 AM – 5 PM
Erica Tanov Showroom | Atelier
1808 Fifth Street
Berkeley, California 94710
Through engaging talks, Q&A sessions, and personalized offerings, gain not only inspiration but also tailored insights to support your individual journey toward well-being.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Your Ticket Includes:
- Access to the full schedule of talks and Q&As with Dara Kennedy, Michelle Dwyer, Anna Gold, and Lisa Raja
- A signed copy of Design by Nature, Erica Tanov’s celebrated design book exploring nature’s influence on interiors
- The opportunity to book additional services during the event, from mini Oxygen Facials and one-on-one makeup appointments from Ayla Beauty to private consultations with stylist Lisa Raja and acupuncturist Dr. Anna Gold. Appointments may be scheduled upon confirmation of ticket purchase.
- An exclusive curated shopping experience featuring Ayla Beauty, Rootless, and Erica Tanov
- Aperitifs by Rue de Rêve, light bites, and refreshments
Spaces are limited for this intimate gathering. Reserve your spot today.
Meet Dara Kennedy
Dara has worked in retail and beauty branding, advertising, and product development since 1999. She founded Ayla in 2011 to make the process of finding the perfect beauty and wellness products empowering, inspiring, and fun.
As a product curator, she was one of the earliest supporters of brands like Marie Veronique, Kosas, Vintner’s Daughter, Luzern Labs, Dr. Anna Gold, and TWELVE Beauty, and she’s excited to have added her own Dara Kennedy brand to Ayla’s shelves, too.
Dara has an AB in History from Princeton and an MBA from Harvard Business School. She lives in San Francisco with her husband, two kids, and many dreams of a dog.
Meet Dr. Anna Gold
Dr. Anna Gold is one of the most sought-after acupuncturists in the Bay Area, known not only for her skill in helping women struggling with infertility, hormonal imbalances and pain, but also for her partnership in treating skin conditions with Kristina Holey, director of skin health at Marie Veronique. She is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine — with additional advanced training in TCM Dermatology and Constitutional Facial Acupuncture. She is known for her integrative approach to utilizing both western and eastern diagnostic methods including comprehensive blood analysis and stool testing, combined with complimentary herbs.
In 2019, Dr. Gold launched her proprietary line of herbal tinctures combining Chinese medicine with Ayurvedic and western herbs. DR. ANNA GOLD’s concentrated formulas correct skin imbalances like acne, eczema, and mature skin, and also include remedies to target insomnia, fatigue, immunity and stress. Born from 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Anna Gold’s integrative perspective demystifies ancient medicine of TCM to serve the issues of the modern woman.
Prior to her career in the healing arts, Dr. Gold was a Jivamukti and Ashtanga Yoga instructor in New York and Los Angeles. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Comparative Literature from UC Berkeley, where she also completed all the prerequisites for medical school.
Meet Michelle Dwyer
Michelle Dwyer is a Holistic Health Coach and Certified Nutrition Consultant in Oakland, California. She has Master of Science degree in Health and Nutrition Education, is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition, and was trained as a Hormone Cure Coach with Dr. Sara Gottfried.
Her areas of specialty are blood sugar regulation, working with plant-based eating plans, food sensitivities, healthy weight loss, hormone balance in perimenopause, and lifestyle management (sleep, stress, movement). She is also founder of Whole Life Nourishment for Changemakers, a mind-body-spirit program for women who are desiring greater accountability, clarity and support in prioritizing their health and wellness on a daily basis. She works with clients both locally and across the country via Zoom or phone. More information about her services can be found here.
Meet Lisa Raja
Lisa Raja's styling and coaching expertise is the result of a lifelong journey of understanding every aspect of the retail world and how it translates to female confidence. She has tackled this space from every direction, including merchandising for a large retailer, owning her own boutique, developing products for a direct-to-consumer luxury brand, leading a team for an online social styling service, and most recently, building her own wardrobe consulting practice.
Lisa is committed to making women feel beautiful. She knows firsthand the power that comes when a woman looks in the mirror and is proud of who is looking back at her. When a woman feels beautiful, she exudes confidence, enabling her to show up every day as her best self, ready to take on challenges with ease. Though the definition of beauty can vary based on lifestyle, interests, and stage of life, every woman deserves the right to look and feel her best. It's never too late to define or redefine one's personal brand.
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A Day of Self-Nourishment
Dara Kennedy of Ayla Beauty, style consultant Lisa Raja, nutritionist Michelle Dwyer, acupuncturist Dr. Anna Gold, and lifestyle designer Erica Tanov invite you to an immersive day of thoughtful conversation, expert guidance, and restorative treatments. Designed to nourish both body and mind, this intimate gathering offers a rare opportunity to connect deeply with yourself and a curated collective of wellness experts.
Attend for part of the day or stay for the full event with us — however you can fit a moment of self-nourishment into your schedule, we'll look forward to welcoming you.
Saturday, March 22nd
11 AM – 5 PM
Erica Tanov Showroom | Atelier
1808 Fifth Street
Berkeley, California 94710
Through engaging talks, Q&A sessions, and personalized offerings, gain not only inspiration but also tailored insights to support your individual journey toward well-being.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Your Ticket Includes:
- Access to the full schedule of talks and Q&As with Dara Kennedy, Michelle Dwyer, Anna Gold, and Lisa Raja
- A signed copy of Design by Nature, Erica Tanov’s celebrated design book exploring nature’s influence on interiors
- The opportunity to book additional services during the event, from mini Oxygen Facials and one-on-one makeup appointments from Ayla Beauty to private consultations with stylist Lisa Raja and acupuncturist Dr. Anna Gold. Appointments may be scheduled upon confirmation of ticket purchase.
- An exclusive curated shopping experience featuring Ayla Beauty, Rootless, and Erica Tanov
- Aperitifs by Rue de Rêve, light bites, and refreshments
Spaces are limited for this intimate gathering. Reserve your spot today.
Meet Dara Kennedy
Dara has worked in retail and beauty branding, advertising, and product development since 1999. She founded Ayla in 2011 to make the process of finding the perfect beauty and wellness products empowering, inspiring, and fun.
As a product curator, she was one of the earliest supporters of brands like Marie Veronique, Kosas, Vintner’s Daughter, Luzern Labs, Dr. Anna Gold, and TWELVE Beauty, and she’s excited to have added her own Dara Kennedy brand to Ayla’s shelves, too.
Dara has an AB in History from Princeton and an MBA from Harvard Business School. She lives in San Francisco with her husband, two kids, and many dreams of a dog.
Meet Dr. Anna Gold
Dr. Anna Gold is one of the most sought-after acupuncturists in the Bay Area, known not only for her skill in helping women struggling with infertility, hormonal imbalances and pain, but also for her partnership in treating skin conditions with Kristina Holey, director of skin health at Marie Veronique. She is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine — with additional advanced training in TCM Dermatology and Constitutional Facial Acupuncture. She is known for her integrative approach to utilizing both western and eastern diagnostic methods including comprehensive blood analysis and stool testing, combined with complimentary herbs.
In 2019, Dr. Gold launched her proprietary line of herbal tinctures combining Chinese medicine with Ayurvedic and western herbs. DR. ANNA GOLD’s concentrated formulas correct skin imbalances like acne, eczema, and mature skin, and also include remedies to target insomnia, fatigue, immunity and stress. Born from 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Anna Gold’s integrative perspective demystifies ancient medicine of TCM to serve the issues of the modern woman.
Prior to her career in the healing arts, Dr. Gold was a Jivamukti and Ashtanga Yoga instructor in New York and Los Angeles. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Comparative Literature from UC Berkeley, where she also completed all the prerequisites for medical school.
Meet Michelle Dwyer
Michelle Dwyer is a Holistic Health Coach and Certified Nutrition Consultant in Oakland, California. She has Master of Science degree in Health and Nutrition Education, is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition, and was trained as a Hormone Cure Coach with Dr. Sara Gottfried.
Her areas of specialty are blood sugar regulation, working with plant-based eating plans, food sensitivities, healthy weight loss, hormone balance in perimenopause, and lifestyle management (sleep, stress, movement). She is also founder of Whole Life Nourishment for Changemakers, a mind-body-spirit program for women who are desiring greater accountability, clarity and support in prioritizing their health and wellness on a daily basis. She works with clients both locally and across the country via Zoom or phone. More information about her services can be found here.
Meet Lisa Raja
Lisa Raja's styling and coaching expertise is the result of a lifelong journey of understanding every aspect of the retail world and how it translates to female confidence. She has tackled this space from every direction, including merchandising for a large retailer, owning her own boutique, developing products for a direct-to-consumer luxury brand, leading a team for an online social styling service, and most recently, building her own wardrobe consulting practice.
Lisa is committed to making women feel beautiful. She knows firsthand the power that comes when a woman looks in the mirror and is proud of who is looking back at her. When a woman feels beautiful, she exudes confidence, enabling her to show up every day as her best self, ready to take on challenges with ease. Though the definition of beauty can vary based on lifestyle, interests, and stage of life, every woman deserves the right to look and feel her best. It's never too late to define or redefine one's personal brand.