www.montereycountynow.com JULY 16-22, 2026 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 25 •MEET THE WOMEN IN BUSINESS• Melissa Yeater Cheesecake Dreamations 265 Reservation Rd, Suite C • Marina • 831-884-5033 cheesecakedreamations.net Melissa Yeater is the owner and baker of Cheesecake Dreamations, the Monterey Peninsula’s only specialty cheesecake shop in Marina, California. She founded the business in 2006 and opened its storefront in 2014 after retiring from a 25-year career with the U.S. Navy at Fleet Numerical Meteorology & Oceanography Center. A lifelong Monterey Peninsula resident, Melissa has called the area home for more than 50 years. For the past 12 years, Cheesecake Dreamations has become known for its signature mini cheesecakes and customizable creations built from the crust up. The shop also offers cheesecake shakes, loaded baked potatoes, and homemade cinnamon rolls. Melissa’s cheesecakes are featured at weddings, celebrations, and community events, earning a loyal following throughout the region. Dr. Brynie Kaplan Dau Pacific Grove Animal Hospital 1023 Austin Aveue • Pacific Grove • 831-318-0306 pacificgroveanimalhospital.com Brynie Kaplan Dau is a small animal and exotics veterinarian. Dr. Dau holds a master’s degree from Moss Landing Marine Labs and California State University, Monterey Bay in marine science and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. She works with a wide range of exotic pets in addition to cats and dogs. Her main interests include feline medicine, soft tissue surgery, dermatology, behavior, dentistry, and ultrasound. She will always offer the highest quality of care while working with you to manage your pet’s health as well as possible. She takes pride in having excellent communication with you to find the best possible treatment plan for you and your pet. They have been voted Monterey County’s Best Veterinarian 5 years in a row, 2021-25. We are honored and look forward to working with you to support your pets best health and quality of life. 1023 Austin Avenue, Pacific Grove • 831-318-0306 • www.pacificgroveanimalhospital.com ’24 ’23 ’22 ’21 Four years in a row! A Gold Certified Cat Friendly Practice montereycountynow.com/bestof BEST OF MONTEREY COUNTY® 2024 XX We are honored and look forward to working with you to support your pets best health and quality of life. 1023 Austin Avenue, Pacific Grove • 831-318-0306 • www.pacificgroveanimalhospital.com ’24 ’23 ’22 ’21 Four years in a row! A Gold Certified Cat Friendly Practice montereycountynow.com/bestof BEST OF MONTEREY COUNTY® 2024 XX We are honored and look forward to working with you to support your pets best health and quality of life. 1023 Austin Avenue, Pacific Grove • 831-318-0306 • www.pacificgroveanimalhospital.com ’24 ’23 ’22 ’21 Four years in a row! 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Baguio Illusions of Grandeur II Inc. 479 Elder Ave • Sand City • 831-899-5488 illusionsofgrandeur.com • info@illusionsofgrandeur.com With over three decades of hospitality expertise, Alison is proud to step forward as the Owner/CEO of Illusions of Grandeur II Inc., a premier event design and decor corporation, based in Sand City. Assuming leadership of this celebrated 41-year-old local business, Alison draws on a highly distinguished career in hotel sales, catering/convention services, and hands-on event management. “Elevate your event and transform the ordinary” is the core philosophy driving Alison and her highly skilled team. From corporate gatherings to social milestones, they handle every detail—including custom fabrication, branding, lighting, and rentals. By seamlessly blending creativity with precise logistics, Alison transforms ordinary spaces into breathtaking, unforgettable experiences. Contact Alison to schedule a chat about your next event! Fleurs du Soleil Kim England Fleurs du Soleil 598 Fremont Street Monterey 831-656-0455 www.fleursdusoleil.com For as long as Kim can remember, her love for floral design has been inherent. After graduating from UC Berkeley she spent a year in Paris which further ignited her passion for floral design. Soon after, she gifted her sister with her wedding florals she then went abroad to the South of France and studied floral technique. Upon returning, she opened Fleurs du Soleil. Her extraordinary floral designs at weddings, events and resort venues have created a highly sought after service in an area where spectacular events demand spectacular floral designs. In 2017 Kim expanded her business by taking over the remodeled Myrick’s building next to El Estero Car Wash in Monterey. Her vision of expansion has encompassed a European-Urban style retail floral and lifestyle store featuring grab & go arrangements & wraps, contemporary gifts, home goods, one of a kind furniture and daily deliveries. #FLOWERPOWER
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