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Shopping craving: I am the worst shopper, but I do love a great book, so anything from Books & Books is a go-to. Favorite restaurants: Boia De in Little Haiti, Dumpling King in North Miami Beach and Mr. C in Coconut Grove. Springtime inspiration: Harvesting mangoes. Rewarding work: Identifying and supporting artists and giving them a platform to share their gifts with the world. Job myth: at programming is just booking a DJ to play at an opening. Genuine public programming is knowing your audience, identifying the core ethos of the set program and recognizing key metrics of success. From programming the first block party in Wynwood for MOCA back in 2005, to putting on the first big hip-hop concert at the Adrienne Arsht Center, my programs leave indents in people's timelines and in the city's narrative. Latest closet addition: I just got my first Chanel bag last Christmas—blush pink with tiny pearls. It may be a small step for mankind, but one giant leap for me. Springtime inspiration: Traveling to Paris Fashion Week, a dream that just became reality. Currently reading: "e Ride of a Lifetime" by Robert Iger. It's a candid book, full of business lessons. e narratives of Disney's recent acquisitions are fascinating. Work perks: Being able to meet so many amazing and talented people around the world, making my own schedule and having something new to work on every day. Perfect day: It definitely starts with grabbing some macarons at Ladurée, browsing Books & Books and meeting friends over at Miu Miu to decide on the new wardrobe additions. ESTHER PARK VICE PRESIDENT OF PROGRAMMING, OOLITE ARTS MIAMI @PARKESTA VANESSA ROSE TILLEY FASHION BLOGGER @VANESSAROSETILLEY BAL HARBOUR 145