Lisa Lawrence, President, CEO and Writer

Allen Lawrence, Executive Vice President, Writer and Photographer

Kip Allen, Magaging Editor

Ken Dow, Photographer

Heather Turner, Writer and Photographer, Consultant

Cathy Jardine, Photographer

Pat Krause, Associate Editor PalmSpringsGuides, People Scetion, Photographer and Writer

Columnists and Blogers

Denise Neil, Palm Springs Local Writer

Elayna Freiberg, Health and Beauty Writer

Jace Edwards, Hiking Guide and local mucisian profiler

Jack Lyons, Theater and Cinema Guide

Johnny Mirehiel, Astrology Writer

Nancy Laytham-Jorgensen, Health Coach, Writer

Neal Rouzier, M.D., Medical Writer

Mika Young, Hayah Living!

Phillip Moore, Golf Guide

Terry Brown is a Financial Wiiter

Thomas Reynolds, M.D., Medical Writer

Contributors

Art Kunkin, Health Writer

Bonnie Gilgallon, Writer and Reporter

John Garber, Photographer

Laura Beth Peterson, Photographer

Lauren Lunstrum, Writer

Nick Jones, Movie Guide

Melissa Schoos, Writer and Photographer

Stephen Torres, Writer

Yvonne Scott, Photographer, Writer

For Professional and Program Credits, click here.

Lisa Robyn Lawrence is PalmSpringsGuides President and Chief Operating Officer (CEO). She is he co-founders and co-creators of DesertCitiesGuides.Com and PalmSpringsGuides.Com. Lisa is a writer and has a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition and a Ph.D. in Human Ecology. In her spare timeshe makes incredible jewlery peices for sale and show.

Jace Edwards is a contributing writer to Palm Springs Guides with a focus on hiking and the numerous trails the Coachella Valley has to offer. He is also profiles local musicians.

Aside from his contributions, Jace is also a broadcaster who has been heard on KCLB (Palm Springs), KCXX (Riverside), KCAL (San Bernardino), KKND (New Orleans), KEDG (Las Vegas), and KNRQ/KZEL (Eugene). An avid adventurer, Jace is always looking for that next challenge, so that he may write about it here, on Palm Springs Guides. For more information and how to contact Jace Edwards go to his Web site www.jaceweb.com.

He has interviewed hundreds of artists and has also contributed to several publications. Jace serves as the In Cage Host for several Mixed Martial Arts events, to include the Apocalypse Fights here in the valley.
Jace has also served in the United States Marine Corps as a Combat Engineer and Stinger Gunner Operator.

John Garber has have been a professional photographer for the past five years. He shoots studio portraiture as well as having the capability to move the studio outdoors with portable lighting. He shoots event photography, product illustration, portfolio head shots and many other applications.  To view some of his work you can log onto www.johngarberphoto.com.

John became a staff photographer for DesertCitiesGuides 2008. Like all DCG staffers, John enjoys the concert venue and had some great opportunities to shoot some fabulous acts and entertainers. This last year along with the concerts, John has  enjoyed shooting professional boxing  and mixed martial arts events, The Art of Food and Wine, The Skins Game, The Bob Hope Classic and the Veterans Parade in Palm Springs are a few of his other major photo shoots.

In addition, John won a few of the categories in the Desert Cities Guides first photo contest.

He lives in Rancho Mirage and has been in the Coachella Valley for 15 years. John has been married , has one son, one daughter-in-law and two beautiful granddaughters.

In his spare time, he likes to fly fish for trout in the Sierras, and both John and his wife love to travel.

Bonnie Gilgallon has been a news anchor/reporter at KNWZ radio for the past 10 years, and is a member of Media Mavens and Palm Springs Women in Film.  She hosts "The Desert Scene," an entertainment show on KNWZ every Saturday at 11 a.m.  An award-winning stage actress, Bonnie can also be heard singing jazz/pop tunes at local clubs, including Melvyn's, Amore and Tony's Pasta Mia. Her background makes her ideal for covering the local scene for plays clubs and people in the news for PalmSpringsGuides.

Heather Turner

Cathy Jardine is a free lance photogrpaher and staff member of both DesertCitiesGuides and Palm Springsw Guides.Com

Pat Krause has been photographing important events in the desert for 14 years. Although he work is eclectic, she specializes in events such as golf and tennis, and galas, especially for charities. She is also available to photograph private parties.
Her work is published in several newspapers, magazines and Web sites. Additionally, Pat writes a column for Beverly Hills Times magazine.

Pat is one of those fortunate individuals who has successfully combined her passion with her profession.

Lauren Lunstrum is a marketing major a the College of the Desert. She is also a media professional, working for KESQ New Channel 3 doing audio and graphics. Among here many talents, she covers music and entertainment events for Desert Cities Guides. Lauren was an exchange student in Sweden for a year, which piqued her spirit of adventure (not to mention an appreciation for the desert’s weather!).

Philip Moore is a golf coach, clubmaker and author of the popular book, “The Mad Science of Golf.” He gives readers an insight into the Coachella Valley golf scene through covering golf events, interviewing local golf personalities and critiquing local golf courses. In his monthly column, “Moore on Golf,” he offers unique perspectives on golf equipment, the golf swing and the process of playing better golf. He owns Phil's Custom Golf and can be reached through his Web site.
 

Melissa Shoos is a Rancho Mirage resident in love with the desert. Both a writer and photographer, Melissa covers a wide range of events for Desert Cities Guides. A dog lover, (she shares her home with two canine companions, Hannah the shih tzu and Bella the Maltese). She and her furry family members volunteer at Paws & Hearts, an organization that provides pet therapy to retirement homes.

Stephen Torres is a senior staff writer at Desert Cities Guides. He is a candidate for a M.F.A. degree at the University of California, Riverside, Palm Desert campus. Among his other accomplishments, he is an editor for the University’s as-yet unnamed literary journal. In connection with his literary muse, Stephen is working on his first collection of short stories. A music lover, Stephen is an avid concert goer and devotee of the art of boxing.

Laura Beth Peterson was a business manager for more than 20 years before following her muse and becoming a photographer. She’s followed that muse for the last three years and has been shooting local events throughout Southern California and the Pacific Northwest.

Peterson is a board member of the The Salvation Army. She photographs special events and provides support as a volunteer.

Peterson was born in Seattle and attended college there. She spends time traveling, shooting images and writing stories for publication.

Johnny Mirehiel is a 40-year student of spiritual, metaphysical and astrological ideas.  A former secondary school teacher and one-time "Man of the Year in Education," he is internationally known as the discoverer of the astrological chart of the Harmonic Concordance moment.  He is accredited by The International College of Astrology as both an astrological practitioner and teacher.

He now plies his trade in the high desert of Southern California.  He and his wife, Jan, continue to support the Harmonic Concordance message of Unity, Joy, Peace and Reconciliation. 

Nancy Laytham-Jorgensen, Medical Wellness Coach Licensed & Certified.

Nancy Laytham-Jorgensen has had a lifelong career in health and wellness. She started in teaching hospitals making rounds with physicians, attending medical conferences, watching and learning from the interactions between doctors and patients. She has spent 25-year in the Medical/Biological/Pharmaceutical industry.

As a Licensed and Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Patient Advocate, Nancy helps individuals and groups understand and navigate the “system”and overcome obstacles which may be preventing them from reaching their personal health and lifestyle goals.

An experienced lecturer, communicator, and educator within the health and wellness field. Nancy tells her clients, “I have the background and experience to work directly with you and your licensed health care practitioners to assist you in getting the results you need in order to regain your health and wellness. If you are trapped by illness, I can help you find your way out! “I can also teach you how to get the best for yourself and from your health care providers.”

Nancy can reach at nancy@yourhealthcoach.com. Visit her website at http://www.yourhealth-coach.com.  “My passion is your best health and wellness.”

Terry Brown is a Certified Financial Counselor. Ms. Brown helps people who wants to improve their relationship with money. Ms. Brown uses a process that brings clarity, control and security with client’s money management and habits.

Mika Young considers herself to be on a journey of self-discovery, mastery and surrender. Drawing from her experience as a songstress/poet/writer/speaker/activist and entrepreneur, Ms. Young is eager to share her successes and failures as a means to champion true and unlimited liberation in herself and others, with God’s oversight.

Hayah Living! is a monthly column for anyone looking to live a fully present life that inspires others. New topics will be displayed within the first five days of each month. to help increase interest in the columnist and their articles.

Thomas Reynolds. M.D. Physician, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology, Dr. Reynolds practices in Palm Desert, Ca. Dr. Reynolds graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine; Residency in Internal Medicine at Carney Hospital, Boston University, Boston; Fellowship, Medical Oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York. He is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Reynolds is on staff Eisenhower Medical Center, Rancho Mirage, Ca.

Jack Lyons is a member of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences; the Writers Guild of America, West; and Screen Actors Guild and is interested in all things "show biz."

An entertainment journalist, TV, radio and theater reviewer/critic seen locally in the Coachella Valley on channel My13 KPSE-TV on "Desert Entertainment This Week."

Visit Jack's blog by clicking here.

Elayna Freiberg began working in the beauty industry in 1995. Initially working freelance Elayna worked with several makeup lines, including Estee Lauder, MAC Cosmetics and Christian Dior. Elayna soome became, “Elayna: Makeup Artist on the Go.” She performed hundreds of private consultations, assisted brides, worked on many special events, as well as photo and movie shoots.

In 2002 Elayna obtained her Esthetician license at Palomar Institute of Beauty in San Diego, Ca. Soon after she moved to Scottsdale, Arizona where she joined the Desert Retreat Salon and Spa, in Scottsdale Mountain area. Here Elayna took advantage of her esthetic skills, makeup artistry, specialty facials, waxing, and body treatments to create a large and loyal following. Elayna expanded her esthetic skills with advanced education at the prestigious International Dermal Institute.

In 2007 Elayna moved back to her hometown, Palm Desert, Ca where she joined with The Vein Doctor Medical Group and Dr. Sanford Greenberg where she now helps patients revitalize their health and beauty.

To find more about Elayna Freiberg go to her web site www.BeautyByElayna.Com, click here.

Neal Rouzier, M.D. in the Director of the prestigious Preventive Medicine Clinics of the Desert, in Palm Springs, CA. Dr. Rouzier performed residencies at U.C.L.A. in Family Practitioner and as a Specialist in Emergency Medicine. Dr. Rouzier is a world-renown expert in Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy. Dr. Rouzier teaches one of the most comprehensive medical seminars for physicians on the clinical application of Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy.

Dr. Rouzier is nationally sought after as a speaker and trainer on the important role appropriate hormone replacement plays in health, metabolism and well-being. Dr. Rouzier is also the author of the successful book, Natural Hormone Replacement for Men and Women, How to Achieve Healthy Aging. Most important of all is his many years of experience in treating thousands of patients with natural hormones.

Denise Neil is a resident of Palm Desert. Currently Denise is writing her new Palm Springs Local column for Palm Springs Guides every Monday. The column is about our community, the Palm Springs-Coachella Valley area. Denise covers a wide array of events and attractions taking place almost on a daily basis. Her style is honest with a slight salting of light cynicism and humor. Neil is a featured writer for The Sun Runners Magazine with her Coachella Valley Confidential column. Her credits include Desert Writers, PalmSpringsGuides.Com, Palm Springs Writers Guild and Desert Local News. Denise has interviewed many well-known people and artists who call the desert their home. Denise also writes edgy greeting cards for her blossoming greeting card business.

Denise Neil credits also include being the writer and creator of the Totally Single TV Show which aired on KESQ and KPSP in 1999 and again from 2002 to 2003. Denise also served as Hawaiian Tropics coordinator at local desert nightclubs writing both content and aiding in scripts for contestants. Denise is a member of the Coachella Valley Chapter of Women in Film.