Featured Members!

August, 2010

Goodremont - Danielle Rego

Founded in 1947, family owned Goodremont’s Inc. continues with the history and tradition as a
leading independent provider of Document Management & Imaging based solutions servicing
the greater NW Ohio & SE Michigan market place. As your trusted business partner, Goodremont’s
Inc. excels in exceeding customer expectations as the leading source of all your office
productivity needs; from customizing a system solution allowing your staff complete printing
productivity from your network via digital connected systems, to full-color imaging systems,
color and black & white laser printers and networked facsimile machines.

Goodremont’s Inc. boasts an award winning service department with a guaranteed four-hour
response time helping to keep our customers productive. Our Field Territory Managers will
take the time through onsite presence and interaction to investigate your document management
and imaging hardware needs in detail and deliver a document output solution that is costeffective,
reliable and practical on controlling operating cost associated with managing your
documents and related output devices.

As Goodremont’s Inc. moves into our 63rd year as an organization, we set out to make personal
involvement a cornerstone of how we do business. The idea is to build partnerships
rather than just move products. It’s a principle that remains as much a fixture of our company
now as it was when we were founded in 1947. Goodremont’s Inc. is located at 1017 W. Sylvania Avenue in Toledo, Phone: 419-476-1492. Contact Danielle Rego, Territory Manager, at 419-461-2327 or email her at drego@goodremonts.com

July, 2010

Humana - Dan Brown

Dan Brown is currently a Sales Representative for Humana Insurance Company. Dan lives in Springfield Township and has had a career in the Insurance industry since 2002. This year, Dan is in the top 20 representatives out of 1,500 in the United States and has achieved the
award in the Humana President’s Club. Humana is well known for its Medicare, Individual health, Dental, and Vision health insurance programs. In addition, Humana offers a broad range of Financial Protection Products for individual that pay cash directly to the family. Some include Cash Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital fund. The intent of these health plans is to cover costs that are not covered such as out-of-pocket expenses. Humana is also affiliated with several life insurance companies. Known for his personal service, Dan can guide you through the process of selecting the right plan. Give Dan a call for a personal assessment of your health and life insurance needs at 419-482-0817, Ext. 7808 or email him at dbrown11@humana.com

May, 2010

MWA Fraternal Financial: Brad Hesson

Bradley Gordon Hesson is currently a Financial Advisor for Modern Woodmen of America and a Recruiting Assistant as a retiree for the U.S. Armed Forces since early 2007. He plans to transform from an almost twenty-five year career with the U.S. Army, since retiring in 2006, to a financial planning specialty and has been active in the financial industry for approximately thirteen years.
Brad functioned in several career fields with the U.S. Army, but primarily served as a Readiness/Strength Maintenance/Career Counselor/Recruiting Supervisor/Manager. Helping others maximize security and minimize exposure is still one of his strengths.

He received a Master of Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana in 1993 and his Bachelor of Science in accounting and management information systems from the Max M. Fisher College of Business at the Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio in 1986. Brad enjoys playing an active role in the community, state & nation, church, YMCA of Toledo, automation, photography, and music and enjoys sharing with his family. He grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio, has lived in Northwest Ohio for more than twenty years and has four children.

Modern Woodmen of America (MWA) is a fraternal benefit society, that provides benefits for members, their families and their communities. 2009 was a strong year financially and fraternally for the Rock Island, Illinois-based organization. Their assets neared $9.3 billion and more than $577 million was returned to members through life insurance and annuity benefits paid. An additional $73.8 million was returned to members as dividend payments and excess interest paid into life insurance and annuity certificates. Fraternal expenditures contributed were $23.3 million to support programs in member communities nationwide. “We have always been conservative in our investment practices,” said W. Kenny Massey, President of the fraternal financial services organization. “This protects our members as well as Modern Woodmen’s integrity. This approach has served the society well during the recent economic turmoil.” “ Modern Woodmen’s mission is to improve the quality of life for members,” said Massey. “We do this by providing financial security through life insurance and retirement products.”

Fraternal programs support members’ communities… Modern Woodmen has a nationwide membership of more than 755,000, of which Ohio is home to 37,983 Modern Woodmen members. Fraternal expenditures supporting Modern Woodmen’s family-oriented member benefits and programs were $23.3 million. These benefits and programs include disaster relief assistance, college scholarships, a tree-planting program, social and volunteer service programs by adult camp (chapters) and youth service clubs nationwide, and educational programs for schools and youth groups.

Our local office moved in April to 314 Illinois Avenue, Suite 105, in Maumee and we will celebrate with a Chamber Business After Hours and Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, May 20th from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Please make plans to join us! Visit us on the web at www.modern-woodmen.org/Public
or call 419-891-1883 (Office); 419-409-0613 (Cell).

April, 2010

Ev Harris - Ev Harris Insurance Agency

The Ev Harris Insurance Agency has been a part of the Springfield Township area for 30 years!

Ev started from scratch in 1980 and built his Nationwide Agency into one he is very proud of. Nationwide is an extremely high quality insurance company with a support staff that compliments each agency. His Office Manager, Maggie Hall, joined him in 1998 and with her help they have achieved one of the highest customer service scores in the Toledo area! Nationwide “On Your Side” service is respected by all companies because of the in-house claims service that gives Blue Ribbon Service to all clients.

Ev has won numerous sales awards, but is equally proud of his awards for community service that has been bestowed on him by Nationwide Insurance Companies. “I have wholeheartedly tried to share my success with my community by giving of my time to try and make the Springfield area a first class place to raise a family.” Ev has also been a member of the Toledo Board of Realtors and has been a local realtor for 37 years. He currently sells for the prestigious Sulphur Springs Realty Company.

Ev, George Tombaugh and Fred Dais were the three people who started the Holland/Springfield Chamber of Commerce in 1990 and he was our first President. He also is a member of the Springfield Board of Education, the Springfield Foundation, and is President of Providence Lutheran Church. He was named a Master Board member by the Ohio School Board Association, an Award of Achievement winner several times, and in 2001 was named one of the top five School Board members in the State of Ohio.

Ev, his wife Lana, and his two grown children Ev & Kristie, all live in Springfield Township.

The Ev Harris Insurance Agency is located at 7902 Airport Hwy., in Holland. Their office hours are Monday—Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or by appointment.
Phone: 419-865-3072
Email: harrise@nationwide.com
hallm17@nationwide.com

March, 2010

Elaine Fuller - Mary Kay Cosmetics

My family and I have resided in Holland, Ohio since December 1992 as we loved being a part of
a smaller community. Over the years, it’s grown yet remains a vital part of a business opportunity.
In June 1993, I began my Mary Kay Cosmetic business just as a small side job while enjoying
being at home. However the BUSINESS had something else in mind! We have won 7 cars;
I have been #1 in the ‘Court of Retail Sales’ within our National area 3 years in a row; won
8 diamond rings and am a Sales Director leading over 73 women to date!

Now 17 years later, I service over 200+ customers around the community as well as across the United States while leading an incredible group of women as they build their own visions of opportunity. I carry the entire Mary Kay product line in stock and can service any of your skin care & cosmetic needs. PLUS-- ask me about my Executive Gift Buying Service!! I can’t wait to work
with you!!

Call me today to schedule your appointment-- 419-376-2599 or 419-865-7212
I am thrilled to be a part of the NEW Holland Chamber of Commerce!

February, 2010

Comfort Keepers

Owned by Carole and Tammy Smith and in business for 8 years, Comfort Keepers provides non-medical, in-home care to individuals who would like to maintain their quality of life without leaving their home. They provide companion care and personal care, as well as work with hospice to provide respite care. They also offer a line of Personal Emergency Response systems (PERS), are a reseller of Tranquility Products, and provide service to the Toledo Suburbs, Fulton County, Lenawee County, Monroe County and Wood County. Please visit their website www.comfortkeepers.com for more detailed information about the type of work they perform. They are located at 320 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg, OH 43551, Phone: 419-874-4880 Fax: 866-254-0116. Phones are answered 24/7. Email them at toledosuburban@comfortkeepers.com.

December

Critchley Creative

D. Ellen Critchley is the president and creative director of Critchley Creative LLC, which provides advertising and public relations services for small businesses, major corporations, community organizations, candidates and elected officials. Critchley Creative produces successful websites, advertising, collateral marketing materials, news articles, press releases and press conferences, and has developed good working relationships with media contacts.

Ellen has been writing, designing and publicizing since her days as a student at McKinley School.  She is a graduate of DeVilbiss High School (Toledo, Ohio) and Miami University (Oxford, Ohio).
She has been involved professionally and personally in numerous community events — organizing, planning, marketing, communicating and participating.  She is currently a member of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church and the Junior League.  Ellen is also committed to professionalism as an active member of BNI, Certified Networker (CN), Women's Entrepreneurial Network (WEN) and the Holland-Springfield Chamber of Commerce. She is also active in the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Ellen also represents the Toledo Symphony and invites you to enjoy Group Experience benefits with 10 people or more for a concert or by purchasing gift certificates for 20 tickets.

You may contact Ellen to begin the process of making your products, services and/or causes more favorable in the public eye. ellen@critchleycreative.com 419.535.0068

November

Glass City Pilates

PILATES was developed by its founder Joseph H. Pilates in the early 20th century. Joseph Pilates was born in Dusseldorf, Germany November 30th, 1880. Joe moved to England in 1912 trained detectives and military police and instruction in Self-defense. During WWI Mr. Pilates was interned as an 'enemy alien' with other German's in Lancaster then the Isle of Man. Joe was recognized when none of the individuals he trained succumbed to an epidemic of influenza, which killed thousands in England during 1918. In 1925 he was invited to train the New German Army; not pleased with the Political direction of Germany he left. On the push of boxing experts Nat Fleischer and Max Schmelling-Joseph came to the US and opened a gym in 1926 (57th St. NY,NY).

PILATES is gentle exercise-that is effective and accessible to all fitness levels and all ages--those who choose a Pilates program do so to increase overall Health and quality of life. This exercise method is an excellent start for young, middle aged and elderly. Pilates will strengthen and build secondary muscles the stabilizer muscles-located just below the navel and all around the mid-section. This abdominal wrap builds slowly with practice and patience. Pilates will improve balance, coordination and enhance the immune system.

Pilates excels in Postural re-education and muscle-balancing necessary to recover from side effects of Breast Cancer treatment. Pilates alleviates pain from operative procedures, restores joint mobility, tissues and regain lost strength--Pilates goal is to return client to daily living and activities. Christina Short, Owner/Instructor at Glass City Pilates, has had her business for 5 years but has 12 years experience in the industry. She loves the Toledo area hence the name of her business! For more information or to register for group or private Instruction, call Christina @ 419.861.3523

October

Edward Jones

Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors in the United States and through its affiliates in Canada and the United Kingdom. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the types of investment options offered, to the location of branches, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work. The firm’s 12,000 plus financial advisors work directly with more than 7 million clients to understand their personal goals and to create longterm investment strategies that emphasize a well balanced portfolio and a buy and hold strategy. Edward Jones embraces the importance of building long-term, fact-to-face relationships with clients, helping them to understand and make sense of the investment options available today. Edward Jones’ services include retirement planning, education savings, banking services, investor education and portfolio and retirement plan reviews. They offer investments in annuities, bonds, business retirement plans, FDIC insured CDs, IRAs, life insurance, money market funds, mutual funds, stocks and tax-free investments.

Edward Jones is distinguished by its unique focus on serving the serious long-term individual investor. Its investment philosophy emphasizes quality, diversification and a long-term perspective. Financial Advisor Dennis Linn believes that to truly become part of the community, one must invest time, energy and resources to make an area a better place to live. For this reason, he continues to become and remain an active member of the community. Mr. Linn is involved in organizations such as Rotary, the Holland/Springfield Chamber of Commerce, and his local church. Edward Jones continually encourages its Financial Advisors to become involved in their local community. It also invites them to participate in national service projects.