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MEET OUR TEAM

STACEY TEMPLETON KAPLAN

Owner since 1996

Fashion has been a passion since I was a young girl. The women in my family had a keen sense of style which played a part in my fashion interest.  When I was 21,  I was hired at a little resale shop in San Anselmo. Ten years later after graduating from SFSU in Clothing and Textiles, I opened my first boutique in San Rafael. I married and raised three kids and now I’m onto another dream of growing a larger retail company with the Bella ladies and my amazing (Bella builder) husband Brian. Since opening my first boutique in 1996 I had a dream of having many locations. All these years later it has become a reality! And now we have a new location opening in Petaluma. I hope you will visit us soon to discover our beautiful products, great service and friendly vibe! Stacey@bellamarin.com

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BRIAN KAPLAN

Our Builder and VP

BRIAN KAPLAN - Our Builder and VP 

I am the man behind the scenes helping Stacey build out every location since the first one on Fourth Street in 1996! I grew up in Marin County, spent years as a contractor with my brother, taught science for many years at San Domenico School, and in 2017 merged my two careers into a business called Maker Club. I met Stacey at BayMarin church in 1995 and we were married in 1998.  We have three great kids that we are so proud of. As Stacey and I look to build more locations in the future, don’t be surprised if you see another Bella pop up in Sonoma or Napa County sometime soon! 

SUSAN BRICARELLI 

CFO

I have been a part of Bella for the past twenty-five years!  My first job in women’s retail was at the age of seventeen.  By the time I was twenty three, I was working as a manager for an upscale men’s and women’s clothing retailer. My career in accounting began shortly after college as I enjoyed numbers and investing in the stock market.  These two careers have made my time with Bella a great fit (no pun intended) as I understand the analytics behind both.  I have spent the last few decades as a small business advisor for both nonprofit and for-profit organizations.  It gives me great satisfaction to help businesses such as Bella thrive and grow! I am a Marin County native living with the love of my life and our two pups!  In my free time, you will find me hiking our local trails, or on my spin bike, remodeling my home or others, and throwing some fabulous parties!  

You won't see me behind a Bella counter, but I am definitely behind the scenes!

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TIPHANIE SCHIFF

Operation Manager and Co-Manager of Bella Novato

Born and raised in Northern California, I graduated from UCSB and then headed to Utah, where I earned my master's in speech-language pathology. I planted roots in the Bay Area, owning and nurturing a thriving multi-office pediatric practice for over 25 years.  An unexpected twist led me to Bella, where my business operational skills found harmony with my passion for fashion.  Beyond work, you'll find me cooking, finding serenity in yoga, conquering trails, hosting gatherings, traveling, and infusing life with creativity. Now that our two sons are in college, my husband and I find our house quiet but not empty. I am looking forward to connecting with you at Bella and helping you look and feel your best! Book a Shopping Session

KRISTINA BUER

District Manager 

Kristina is a Marin local who is married with three kids.  She enjoys spending her free time hiking, coaching, watching soccer, and relaxing with friends over a glass of wine. 
After graduating from USD she was hired as a store manager for Victoria’s Secret where she discovered her talent and love for retail. 
She has a passion for clothes (especially dresses), loves growing stores and is great at building relationships with customers.  
Kristina now feels she has found a permanent home with Bella.
“The minute I met Stacey I knew we were going to work great together.”Stacey is a visionary. I can hear her ideas and put them into action on a business level. I know Stacey has big plans for Bella and I am excited to accompany her on this journey to grow into a much bigger retail company. Book a Shopping Session

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TABITHA  DAVIDSON

Social Media and Visuals

Tabitha has always had a passion for fashion. She grew up in La Jolla and after graduating from UC Boulder, she went to Aspen where her fashion career began at Gap, Inc in visual merchandising and later a division of Gymboree. Tabitha has always been a customer of Bella and a few years ago started helping with Instagram. Now five stores later she has her hands in the social media, visual merchandising, marketing, sales and buying! "I truly enjoy the opportunity to be creative! Whether it's putting an outfit together for a photo or for a customer Bella is my happy place!"  Tabitha is now an empty nester with two boys working and in college. If you see Tabitha she is usually out hiking the hills of Marin, dressed to the nines at Bella or sipping wine with friends!

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MEEJEEN DAUGBJERG 

 Manager 

I grew up in Orange County and attended Long Beach State. My husband and I moved up to Novato 30 years ago and were thankful to raise our two boys here. We are now empty nesters which has been surprisingly fun. I am enjoying traveling, hiking and spending more time with friends. I’ve been working at Bella for four years now, and it’s been an amazing experience. I have always loved fashion and always wanted to be part of this world. Now I get to play with clothes and work with amazing ladies. I love inspiring women to look and feel beautiful when they visit Bella. I’ve learned so much about running a business, fashion, and teamwork. I am excited for our future as a company of dynamic women!

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VICTORIA TULIPANI

Manager 

Hello, I’m Victoria (AKA V in Bella land). I was born and raised in Marin. I love spending time with friends and family. I am married with 3 kids… Niko, Anja, and my amazing stepson Trystin.  They are the center of my world! I love staying active, cooking and traveling! I love fashion, new experiences, and having FUN! At Bella I mostly love helping women feel their best in the clothes they wear and pushing the boundaries when it comes to clothing and style. I love making women feel special when they walk in the door, as if they’re shopping with a girlfriend. I look forward to making your next shopping experience special. 

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CLEA UPCHER

Manager 

My name is Cléa and I was born and raised in Marin County. I went to Bacich, Kent, and Redwood, and played softball and basketball for over 10 years. I was raised as an only child in a multi-cultural home, and often pull from my French-Italian roots when pursuing one of my biggest passions, cooking. I also love to write, and was able to develop my skill as a section editor for the Sonoma State Star while pursuing a Communications degree. 

I love Bella because it gives me the opportunity to work with all our beautiful customers and help them feel and look even more amazing than when they came in. I truly enjoy getting to know each and every one of our Bella beauties…learning about their lives, styles, likes and dislikes. 
I feel lucky to work in fashion, because clothes and accessories give each of us a unique way to express ourselves. I look forward to personal shopping for you. Book a Shopping Session

 

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TANA INSKEEP

Born and raised in Houston TX! I've got the Tex Mex spice flowing in my veins and when I get excited don't be surprised to hear a ya'll (an acceptable pronoun) come flowin' from my mouth. Married to my college sweetheart and have 4 amazing kiddos who keep my life filled with chaos and coffee. I love games (Settlers of Catan) anyone? I enjoy date nights, watching my kids' soccer and basketball games. At Bella, we're all about heart-to-heart connections. Our clothes are drop dead gorgeous, but it's the confidence they ignite that sets hearts aflutter. My favorite thing about working with the Bella Team is the transformation from the inside out I see in women have after I get to spend time with them personal shopping! It's the BEST!!

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KYLIE SAKAMOTO

I am originally from Marin and graduated from Cal Poly before moving back to the Bay Area. I love spending time with friends checking out live music and concerts, or trying new restaurants and bars in the city. I enjoy spending time outdoors on sunny days and working out doing pilates or going on hikes. I am passionate about traveling and I enjoy smaller weekend trips camping, or longer trips going abroad. I have always had a love for fashion and working with clothes and experimenting with different styles and silhouettes. I’m working towards a career in the fashion industry in PR and marketing. I love working at Bella and interacting face to face with our customers, helping them find their personal style! 

Mitzi Tsujihara

 

I've lived in Sonoma County most of my life, with a six year stay in Boston in between.  After raising two amazing children, managing Bella is the perfect segue to this next chapter of my life.  It is a dream come true, blending my love of shopping with helping people find the perfect outfits. In my free time I enjoy live music concerts and festivals, wine tasting, working out, morning lattes, reality TV, and spending time with friends and family.  I look forward to meeting all the wonderful customers in Petaluma and helping them with their fashion needs! 

 

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SOPHIA STRAND

I was born and raised in Sonoma. I have a love for music, clothes, and people. I taught myself how to play eight instruments, however my favorite musical activity is singing.  I also love hiking, going to concerts, and meeting new people. The most rewarding part of finding the perfect fashion for customers is watching their confidence skyrocket when ideal outfits are put together! I am looking forward to personal shopping for the Petaluma customers in our NEW location!

Lauren Noriel

I was born and raised in Petaluma and am so excited about the opening of Bella Petaluma! I have such a passion for fashion and the beauty industry, and I love to assist women of all ages with their fabulous fashion choices. I look forward to working with you to find your perfect pieces that express your beautiful self with all the Bella fashion! 

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Pacheco Plaza Novato

444 Ignacio Blvd Novato,

CA 94949

415-234-6136

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