MAMAS OF THE MONTH

Yvette Carballo

Yvette is a proud Southwest Florida resident who was born in Miami and moved to Naples at a young age, calling this area home for over 30 years. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Miguel, and proud mom of twin boys, Adrian & Lukas.

Yvette earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Management and Marketing from Florida Gulf Coast University and later received her Masters of Business Administration from Hodges University. With more than 20 years of professional experience, Yvette has built a successful career across several Fortune 500 companies, holding roles in either sales, revenue management or marketing.  

Outside of her professional life, family is everything! She reading, planning next adventure, autism advocacy, spending time with loved ones, shopping and discovering new brunch spots!

Elizabeth Camargo

Elizabeth Camargo is the Founder and Owner of Your People Matter HR Consulting, bringing years of professional experience and a passion for helping people and businesses thrive. A Fresno native, Elizabeth earned her B.A. from California State University, Fresno and her M.A. from National University. A proud mother of two grown children—a 31-year-old daughter and 24-year-old son—Elizabeth’s journey into entrepreneurship began in her 40s, proving that it’s never too late to pursue a new dream. Outside of work, she loves thrifting and can be found dancing to just about any kind of music. Deeply connected to her local community, Elizabeth is passionate about giving back and hopes to mentor teen mothers, drawing from her own experience as a teen mom. Her story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose, with a genuine desire to inspire others to recognize their own potential and create a future they’re proud of.

Samantha Mong 

Samantha “Sam” Mong, a Minnesota native originally from St. Louis Park. Sam holds a bachelor’s degree from UW-Stout and a master’s degree from Syracuse University. She currently serves as Director of Store Operations and Customer Care at Pottery Barn, where her leadership, operational expertise, and passion for creating exceptional customer experiences have shaped her career.

Outside of work, Sam’s greatest joy is being a mom to her three children—two boys and a daughter. She loves staying active with her family through their many sporting activities and enjoys kickboxing, fitness, and coaching volleyball.

One of Sam’s favorite stories is how she met her husband online. Just three months into dating, they moved in together, knowing early on that they had found something special.

For Sam, life is about family, meaningful connections, staying active, and embracing every opportunity to grow.

Ashley Bruno is the Founder and Owner of Ashley Bruno Aesthetics and a graduate of Milan Institute. Originally from San Antonio, Ashley has built her life around creativity, service, and meaningful community impact. Passionate about gardening and interior design, she finds joy in creating beautiful spaces both at home and within the lives of those around her.

Ashley is also a dedicated philanthropist and proudly serves as Elite Ms. Texas 2026. Through her heartfelt community initiatives, “Birthday in a Box” and “The Sunshine Suite,” she works to bring joy, comfort, and connection to families and seniors in need. Above all, Ashley believes in living authentically, leading with kindness, and using her platform to make a lasting difference while raising her child with love and purpose.

Abriana Elms

Abriana Elms is a proud Blythe, California native and devoted mom to four boys. A graduate of Palo Verde High School, Abriana brings a unique blend of professionalism, warmth, and positivity to everything she does. With a background as an Analyst and Administrative Coordinator, she is naturally organized, driven, and passionate about connecting with others. Outside of work and motherhood, Abriana enjoys yoga and sculpt, making wellness and balance an important part of her life. She believes that motherhood is about more than raising children—it’s about building a community where women can support, inspire, and celebrate one another. Abriana lives by the belief: “Here’s to the Moms who show up, lift each other up, and remind one another that we’re stronger together than we could ever be alone.”