Ocala Magazine

“I love meeting people and listening to what they have to say... You cannot be afraid to ask questions. You can always learn something if you just ask and then listen.”

Introducing Matt McCormick, new President & CEO of the CEP, featured in this month’s Men in Business (MIB) cover package.

Read more about his story here 👉 https://issuu.com/ocalamag/docs/ocala_magazine_june_2026_41f7f6ea932083/23

Big ideas. Strong leadership. Local impact.

Our June issue is LIVE, and we’re shining the spotlight on our 2026 Men in Business — 10 professionals helping move Ocala forward every single day.

They come from different industries and backgrounds, but they share one thing in common: a commitment to building a stronger community for all of us.

Get to know the men helping shape the future of Ocala. 👉 https://ocalamagazine.com/june-2026-issue/

Hospice is about holding on to what matters most. 💙

At Hospice of Marion County, part of Empath Health, care goes beyond the medical.

Nurses walk alongside patients and families through life’s most tender chapters—bringing comfort, dignity, and compassion into every moment.

https://issuu.com/ocalamag/docs/ocala_magazine_may_2026_255bafee2a5791/67

“Family is at the center of everything I do. Being there for them and helping clients rebuild their lives and families after devastating events is what drives me every day.”

Read more about Katie Glynn here > https://issuu.com/ocalamag/docs/ocala_magazine_may_2026_255bafee2a5791/32

“Health care access is closest to my heart. I’ve seen firsthand how one opportunity, one helping hand or one visit can truly change someone’s life.”

Read more about Levonda Goodson here > https://issuu.com/ocalamag/docs/ocala_magazine_may_2026_255bafee2a5791/31

“Building a business rooted in purpose has been the most meaningful part of my journey.”

Read more about Dr. Cindy Grow here > https://issuu.com/ocalamag/docs/ocala_magazine_may_2026_255bafee2a5791/28

24 years of service. Two deployments. A lifetime shaped by duty, resilience, and purpose. 🇺🇸

In this feature, Kris Clere reflects on his journey through the Florida Army National Guard—from infantry to instructor to senior recruiter—and what it truly means to serve beyond the uniform.

His message is simple but powerful: “Take the leap.”
https://issuu.com/ocalamag/docs/ocala_magazine_may_2026_255bafee2a5791/58

What does service really look like when it’s lived, not just spoken about? 🇺🇸

In “A Life in Service,” Sarah Lajealle shares a deeply personal story of her uncle, Vietnam, and a legacy shaped by courage, sacrifice, and a commitment to serve something greater than self.

Read it in the May issue of OCALA Magazine.
https://issuu.com/ocalamag/docs/ocala_magazine_may_2026_255bafee2a5791/48

What stood out inside The Ora Clubhouse wasn’t limitation... It was possibility.

A place where people rediscover purpose, connection, confidence, and community. Where small moments of encouragement can quietly change everything.

This story isn’t just about mental health. It’s about being human.

Read more in the May issue of OCALA Magazine here > https://issuu.com/ocalamag/docs/ocala_magazine_may_2026_255bafee2a5791/36