At Frances Roy, we seek motivation and inspiration through books, movies, podcasts, music, magazines, blogs, and more. Creativity presents itself in many forms, and we harness that creativity through these exposures. By sharing our team RWLs with you, we hope to extend this inspiration and offer it as a platform for contagious creativity. As we present our RWLs, we ask you to share your RWLs with us. Where do you find creative inspiration?
Shantelle P. Dedicke, CMP | President, Chief Creative Officer
R: Unstuck: Rebirth of an American Icon by Stephanie Stuckey & Dune: The Lady of Caladan by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson
W: Mobland on Paramount & Friends and Neighbors on AppleTV
L: Yacht Rock & Mind Your Manners Podcast with Sara Jane Ho
Hillaree Somerville | Senior Director of Communications
R: Spin Sucks: Gini Dietrich newsletter
W: Stanley Cup Playoffs (Go Leafs!)
L: Days of the Week song by Ms. Rachel
Janae Erickson | Senior Director of Design
R: Mages of the Wheel Series by J.D. Evans
W: The Handmaid's Tale
L: To my kids sing the APT song, it's the best haha
Kelsey Doar | Marketing Director
R: The Wedding People
W: Survivor
L: What We Spend podcast
Jodie Warner | Research Coordinator
R: Sometimes You Fall by Harlow James
W: Goliath
L: Sirius XM TikTok Radio
Gregory Dedicke | Digital Marketing Specialist
R: Bunch of business textbooks and retro-tech manuals
W: Andor Season 2
L: Cyberpunk 2077 soundtrack
Nicole Malley | Digital Media Specialist
R: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
W: 1923
L: Too Much Podcast
Jacie Chandler | Digital Coordinator
R: Shadow and Bones by Leigh Bardugo
W: Squid Games on Netflix
L: New songs I found through Fortnite lol
Ana Sharp | Graphic Designer
R: You Are Not Behind by Meghan Ryan Asbury
W: La Palma on Netflix
L: Happy Mix on Spotify
Sophia Frankhouse | Content Coordinator
R: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
W: Re-watching all the Jurassic Parks 🦖
L: The Ordinary by Alex Warren
Annalise Dedicke | Account Manager
R: City of Gods and Monsters by Kayla Edwards
W: Charmed (for the thousandth time)
L: Call Her Daddy Podcast
Andrew Baker | Content Creator
R: “SimplyFlying” an Aviation News outlet
W: Catching up on the latest season of the Kardashians
L: Bryce Vine’s new album “Motel California"
In this episode of Hello Frances, Shantelle and Hillaree sit down with best-selling author, speaker, and creative leader Todd Henry to explore what bravery really looks like, especially in the creative field. Together, they unpack the mindset and habits required to show up courageously in your work, why focus is a superpower, and how brilliance is often built, not born. Whether you're a creative professional or simply navigating bold decisions in your life, this conversation offers powerful insights to help you lead with purpose and confidence.
Learn more about Todd and his work at toddhenry.com.
In this episode of Hello Frances, we explore The New Leadership Standard—a transformative approach that prioritizes people, purpose, and community over profits. Bridging insights from our last four episodes, Shantelle delves into how today's leaders must be adaptable, creative, intentional in communication, and open to continuous growth. She challenges traditional leadership models, advocating for stronger team cultures, deeper community connections, and impact-driven decision-making.
If you want to redefine success and lead with intention, this episode is for you!
🎧 Tune in now and join the conversation.
In this special anniversary episode recorded on April 1, Shantelle reflects on nine incredible years of Frances Roy. From the early days to where we are now, she shares how the team has grown, highlights some of the most meaningful work we’ve accomplished, and looks back on the milestones that have shaped our journey. Plus, she teases what’s ahead, including big plans for our 10th anniversary. Join us in celebrating nearly a decade of creativity, collaboration, and community!
Want to share your favorite Frances Roy memory with us? Email us at he***@********oy.com.
In this special roundtable episode of Hello Frances, Shantelle sits down with members of the Frances Roy team to reflect on the themes of creativity, intentional communication, and growth. Over the past three episodes, we’ve explored the importance of scheduling creative time, fostering clear communication, and embracing neutrality. Now, we’re bringing it all together with honest conversations, insights, and experiences from the people who implement these principles daily.
Listen in as we discuss:
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how we apply these ideas in our work—and how you can, too.
From local networking events to celebrations and festivals, we’ve gathered a few of the most anticipated events happening in the next few months so you can easily add them to your calendar!
April
Greater FWB Chamber of Commerce’s First Friday Coffee
Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s Classical Connections featuring Howard Levy
Greater FWB Chamber of Commerce’s Nothing But Networking
Concerts in the Village: The Fabulous Thunderbirds
Jacobe Turner Teen Center Bowling Tournament
La Luna’s 3rd Annual Spring Fashion Show benefiting Caring & Sharing of South Walton
Greater FWB Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours
Concerts in the Village: Journeyman: An Eric Clapton Tribute
Doggie Eggstravaganza benefiting Dog-Harmony
Knowledge by the Slice presented by GitMoose
Concerts in the Village: Yacht Rock Revue
South Walton Wine & Food Festival
Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation’s 20th Annual Wine Auction Weekend
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast’s Kenwood Disc Golf Tournament
Greater FWB Chamber of Commerce’s Honoring Our Heroes: Stories of Service & Voices of Valor
Greater FWB Chamber of Commerce’s Heroes' Tribute Banquet: Honoring Our Vietnam Veterans
Dine + Dive benefiting the Underwater Museum of Art
May
Concerts in the Village: Black Jacket Symphony: Journey’s Escape
Greater FWB Chamber of Commerce’s First Friday Coffee
FORE! The Love of Animals Golf Tournament benefiting Alaqua Animal Refuge
Women’s Climbing Circle
Concerts in the Village: Dear Amy: Amy Winehouse Tribute
Concerts in the Village: Kickstand Jenny
Concerts in the Village: The Molly Ringwalds
Concerts in the Village: Petty Hearts
June
Concerts in the Village: A1A: Jimmy Buffet Tribute
Greater FWB Chamber of Commerce’s First Friday Coffee
Women’s Climbing Circle
Concerts in the Village: Adrenalize: Music of Def Leppard
In this episode of Hello Frances, Shantelle rounds out the conversation on creativity and intentional communication by exploring the power of staying open to learning and growth. She discusses the importance of a neutral mindset—the ability to process information without immediate judgment or reaction—and how it can transform how we lead, create, and connect. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, or lifelong learner, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you approach new ideas and perspectives.
🎧 Tune in to discover:
✔️ Why the best leaders and creatives stay students forever
✔️ How to shift from reacting to responding in conversations
✔️ Practical ways to cultivate a neutral mindset in your daily life
Let us know—where do you need to practice more openness in your life? Email us at he***@********oy.com.
On this episode of Hello Frances, our host Shantelle Dedicke explores the power of intentional communication. Building on our previous episode’s discussion about scheduling time for creativity, she shares how Frances Roy’s Midweek Memo keeps her team aligned and connected. Shantelle emphasizes that teams need more than creativity to thrive—they need clarity, consistency, and a shared sense of direction.
How are you making intentional communication a priority in your business? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at he***@********oy.com.
At Frances Roy, we seek motivation and inspiration through books, movies, podcasts, music, magazines, blogs, and more. Creativity presents itself in many forms, and we harness that creativity through these exposures. By sharing our team RWLs with you, we hope to extend this inspiration and offer it as a platform for contagious creativity. As we present our RWLs, we ask you to share your RWLs with us. Where do you find creative inspiration?
Shantelle P. Dedicke, CMP | President, Chief Creative Officer
R: Ego is the Enemy written by Ryan Holiday
W: Celebrity Jeopardy and The Pitt
L: Replay 2025 on Apple Music
Hillaree Somerville | Senior Director of Communications
R: Where’s Spot? By Eric Hill (Jo’s current favorite)
W: Severance on Apple TV
L: Chris Stapleton
Janae Erickson | Senior Director of Design
R: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
W: Cozy Fireplace Ambience videos on Youtube
L: Murderbot series by Martha Wells
Kelsey Doar | Marketing Director
R: The Women by Kristen Hannah
W: The Traitors
L: Best of Both Worlds Podcast
Jodie Warner | Research Coordinator
R: Best Kept Secret by Maya Alden
W: 90 Day Fiance and Virgin River
L: The Marketing Millennials
Gregory Dedicke | Digital Marketing Specialist
R: Metro 2033 by Dmitry Glukhovsky
W: The Righteous Gemstones
L: BE/HOLD
Nicole Malley | Digital Media Specialist
R: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
W: Severance on Apple TV
L: DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS by Bad Bunny on repeat
Jacie Chandler | Digital Coordinator
R: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
W: Night Agent Season 2 on Netflix
L: “Hold of Me” by Dean Lewis and “Hostage” by Connor Kauffman
Ana Sharp | Graphic Designer
R: thedieline.com
W: Bushcraft survival on Youtube
L: 90s acoustic on Spotify
Sophia Frankhouse | Content Coordinator
R: Verity by Colleen Hoover
W: Abbott Elementary on Hulu
L: “Who You Share It With” by Layup
On this episode of Hello Frances, our host Shantelle Dedicke explores the power of time-blocking for creativity. She discusses how creativity enhances our work, strengthens our leadership, and supports our mental well-being. Shantelle shares why creativity doesn’t happen by chance—it requires intention and planning. Tune in for insights on making space for creativity in your daily life!
Have questions? Email us at he***@********oy.com
