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CEO & Publisher Erin Page COO & President Morgan Harris Editorial Director Lindsay Cuomo Art Director Stacy Noakes Assistant Editor Emiley Bainbridge Editorial Assistant
CONGRATULATIONS TO SARAH TAYLOR ON HER RETIREMENT AFTER 26 YEARS OF SERVICE TO METRO FAMILIES!
Rebecca Fast Sales Director Katrina Kalb Media Strategist Dana Price Events Director Casey Shupe Content & Account Specialist Renee Filippo Social Media Coordinator Taylor Bollinger Contributing Writers Sasha Hughes Marisa Mohi Tim Willert Contributing Photographer Bridget Pipkin Contact us 6608 N. Western Ave., #458 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 Phone: 405-601-2081 tips@metrofamilymagazine.com metrofamilymagazine.com
T here are some issues of MetroFamily that you read once and recycle — and then there’s this one. Our July/ August issue is our most-saved edition of the year because it features local parent picks for Family Favorites across dozens of categories — from doctors and dentists to birthday party venues and family fun destinations. We hope this reader-nominated list earns a permanent spot on your fridge or in your glove compartment! As we celebrate the local businesses you trust most, I’m feeling especially reflective about another favorite — one of mine — who has shaped not just this magazine but my own journey within it. After more than two decades at the helm of MetroFamily, our founder and longtime publisher Sarah Taylor is officially (deservedly) retired. And while it’s an exciting new chapter for her, it’s a bittersweet moment for our team and for me personally. Sarah hired me more than 12 years ago, first as a freelance writer, and then she entrusted me with leading our editorial team. From the beginning, she’s been my champion — giving me space to grow, make my voice heard and cover stories
that matter. More than a mentor, she’s been a friend since my early 20s, encouraging me when I stepped back from a traditional career to focus on being a mom and welcoming me back when I was ready to re-engage professionally. It’s no exaggeration to say MetroFamily would not be what it is today without Sarah’s steady leadership and heartfelt vision — and neither would I. Her commitment to community and connection has shaped our mission and team in countless lasting ways. While Morgan Harris and I have been leading MetroFamily together for the past six months, Sarah’s official retirement marks the closing of a remarkable chapter. Together, we are deeply committed to honoring her legacy while continuing to inclusively serve and represent all families in Oklahoma City. With the support of an incredibly talented team that shows up each day to create meaningful, resource-rich content for local parents, I’m filled with gratitude and excitement for what’s ahead. To Sarah — thank you for the legacy you’ve built, the trust you’ve placed in me and the joy you’ve brought to so many families, mine included. We’ll keep building on the strong foundation you’ve laid.
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With deep appreciation, Erin Page Erin Page CEO & Publisher, MetroFamily
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