Steve Miller – Steve Miller Photography

Steve found the phrase “bound by wonder” in an article he read.  He believes it is an apt description of an artist’s work.  Most artists feel a sense of loss if unable to capture a memorable, beautiful scene and figuratively put a frame around it.  Steve does this with the art of photography. Steve suggested several […]

Carol Stockard – Neat & Clean

Carol provides both house cleaning and organizing services.  All house cleaning services are performed with all natural products.  Since she has talked about these services on her 30-second commercials each week, she focused on telling us about the benefits of being organized, namely: being able to relax more having more personal time feeling better about […]

Dwayne Gilbert – D. Gilbert Enterprises

Dwayne told us about a West Shore contractor who was being sued for taking deposits and not starting/finishing work.  He then told us what to check for whenever using a contractor whose profession is licensed by the state, including: checking if the contractor’s license is current by going to the state Attorney General’s site at […]

Kim McAdams – Manpower

Kim explained things that Manpower does differently, such as: Extensive testing Physical exam Dexterity testing Online testing for customer service personnel and Microsoft Office users Providing a learning center for registered persons to increase their skill levels  Seasonal jobs are available for a few clients, including Chocolate demonstrations FedEx package handlers Drivers’ helpers Warehouse work Other […]

Les Lipman – Image 360

Les displayed a retractable banner stand as an example of one of the services provided by Image360.  In his presentation, he enumerated the items that he believes distinguishes him and his company from the competition, including: His 40 years experience in the industry Selling substance, not substrate Providing custom, original ideas, rather than cookie cutter […]

Jason Shaffer – Invantage

Jason addressed the question, “What is the social media impact of Facebook?” He first described the process that occurs when a business creates a Facebook page: the existence of the business is checked online after verification, Google can include that page and its associated business in search listings the search results are keyword-based; keyword stuffing […]

Dr. Matt Boland – East Shore Healthcare

Dr. Boland presented information about our physical health and how testosterone therapy can be beneficial for men whose levels are below normal.  There are two frequently used measures that indicate potential weight issues: (1) the body mass index (BMI) and (2) the waist to hip ratio. The BMI uses a person’s height and weight to […]

Sue Galvin – Choice Electric

Sue gave us some information about Choice Electrical.  They currently have several electricians who in the field every day. Services that Choice Electrical provide include: addition of electrical outlets, lights, fans, etc. inside a structure addition of deck, shed, pool, or accent lighting outside upgrade of old electrical panels addition of 220AMP service

Nate Wagner – Cornerstone Counseling Center

Nate acquainted us with his couples’ counseling business.  He teaches his clients to effectively communicate in their significant relationships. He helps them learn listening skills, empathy,  and how to communicate love and compassion. His clientele can be divided into three groups: couples that feel like they have no choice but to end their marriage relationship. […]

Lois Shank – L & L Window Fashions

Lois began by describing the differences between custom-made and off-the-shelf blinds. Off-the-shelf blinds come in specific standard sizes.  As a result, they can be too long or too wide.  Custom-made ones can be cut to 1/8″.  As a result, each blind can be measured to fit each specific window in the home or office. Similarly, […]