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Rebecca Clukey Starts Encore Career by Opening Fresh Coat Painters of Waco











Rebecca Clukey

Waco, TX (PRWEB) October 30, 2013

When Rebecca Clukey lost three family members in less than a year, she decided it was time to move back to her hometown of Waco and start the next phase of her life.

“I had a background in accounting from when I lived in Dallas, but I was 50 years old and was facing a tough job market. In order to support myself and my son back here in Waco, I was looking at taking two jobs or living with my dad, and that’s not what I wanted to do at this point in my life. I looked at my options and decided it was time to start my own business.”

That’s when Clukey launched Fresh Coat Painters franchise in Waco.

Fresh Coat Painters offers residential and commercial painting services including interior and exterior painting, wood staining and finishing, and other services for nearly every protective coating application. They use quality, environmentally safe materials and offer a 24/7 customer service center, online scheduling and detailed quotes.

“The people here in Waco are unique and loyal – we like to support local people and local businesses, so I knew, if I was going to open a business, I had to have something special. When I came across Fresh Coat, it just felt right. Sometimes you just have to go with your gut, so that’s what I did,” Clukey said.

“I want my clients to know that Fresh Coat of Waco will bring to them exactly what I would want for my family. I expect a quality, service and professionalism, so that’s what we’ll deliver. When we’re finished, your home should look like something on HGTV,” she added. “Also, people should feel comfortable with me and with my painters. Sometimes when contractors are in your home, you feel like you’re the one who doesn’t belong. It shouldn’t be like that. With Fresh Coat, we’re guests in your home working to make it a more beautiful place.”

Clukey did a soft launch of Fresh Coat Painters of Waco alongside her sponsorship of the Waco Civic Theater’s production of Beehive: The 60’s Musical. She’s looking forward to be involved in future community events and programs.

“As a business owner, it’s important to be part of your community, not just in it. I’m excited about what that will mean for Fresh Coat of Waco,” Clukey said.

Fresh Coat was founded in 2004 as part of Strategic Franchising Systems, which has more than 20 years of franchise experience. In the last year, Fresh Coat has been included in the Bond’s Top 100 and named to Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list. Fresh Coat also is part of the International Franchise Association, the Small Business Association’s Franchise Registry, VetFran and Minority Fran.

To learn more about what Fresh Coat Painters of Waco can do for your home or business, call (254)498-6036, email rclukey(at)freshcoatpainters(dot)com or visit http://www.FreshCoatWaco.com.



























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Gift Card Guy – An Entrepreneur Exposed












Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 24, 2013

Gary T. Dinkin, the entrepreneur that revolutionized the Gift Card industry releases his first book today and exposes the gift card industry and himself to everyone. Don’t just give a gift card this holiday season, give Gift Card Guy, the book, to anyone that is dreaming about becoming an entrepreneur.

“Four-Star…Engaging Read” – Foreward Clarion Review

“A light breezy record of one entrepreneur’s rise to fortune and the crazy ways of American business” – Kirkus Reviews

For people who don’t enjoy reading business books, this book is for them!

“There are moments of insight and inspiration and a great deal of humor as well…an education for anyone with a desire to start a business.” – Foreward Clarion Review

Take a ride with the Founder and CEO of the world’s largest closed-loop gift card software company as he chats one-on-one in this thrilling roller coaster ride to success.

Thinking about becoming an entrepreneur? This book demystifies surviving the ups and downs. After reading Gift Card Guy, there is a self-imposed question , “Do I have what it takes to go it alone or should I continue working for somebody else?”

“Offers plenty of advice…a scarce commodity in this or any age.” – Kirkus Reviews

“Gary Dinkin is nothing if not a born storyteller…The Fifty-Nine ‘LIFE LESSONS’ Dinkin sprinkles throughout the text are what make the book particularly relevant to would-be entrepreneurs… everyone should find Gift Card Guy very enjoyable to read.” -Foreward Clarion Review

As Dinkin explains, “There are no BS motivational speeches, or get-rich-quick strategies in my book—just some life lessons that I learned the hard way.” The life lessons in here will inspire and encourage anyone to take that first step toward success and happiness. Dinkin became an entrepreneur to prove that he could accomplish anything he wanted, every time someone told him he couldn’t.

He is a sought-after speaker at industry events and an acknowledged expert in the industry and is a past winner of Transaction World’s “Movers and Shakers” Award. Gary has two daughters, and he and his wife Linda and their two dogs split their time between the coasts.

The book is published by Doodle Vision Productions, LLC and is available through Amazon, iTunes, Barnes and Noble, Smashwords, and other leading distributors in both print and digital formats.























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Acer Exhibits Inks New Real Estate Deal in Havre De Grace, MD










Belcamp, MD (PRWEB) October 19, 2013

Acer Exhibits and Events, LLC, a full service custom exhibits agency, announced that they have purchased a 167,270 square foot building at 1601 Clark Road in Havre de Grace, for its new headquarters. Acer purchased the asset from Becker Properties. The company is expected to move into its new facility in the second quarter of 2014.

“We are truly excited by the prospect of staying in the county and moving into a larger facility that will meet the needs for Acer and our clients for years to come. The long vacant building built in 1970 will need a major makeover but we are confident that the county and the city of Havre de Grace will be our partners in getting the operation up and running quickly. Additionally, the 25 acre campus provides Acer with plenty of expansion room should the need arise in the future,” said Mark Crane, CEO and co-founder of Acer Exhibits.

“Acer Exhibits is a Maryland success story. This new facility will accommodate the company’s continued growth and its needs for both office and industrial space. Acer was committed to staying in the area as this is where its roots are,” said Ketch Secor, Senior Vice President at CBRE a Fortune 500 commercial real estate company who brokered the deal for Acer.

Acer currently leases 100,000 square feet at 4610 Mercedes Drive in Belcamp, Maryland. The additional space in Havre de Grace will allow Acer to expand its manufacturing and client exhibit storage as well as provide ample room for their state of the art CNC and laser manufacturing equipment and work shop. Starting with 14,000 square feet in 2003 in Belcamp, Maryland; Acer has expanded over time as its business has grown.

Michael Dunne, President and co-founder of Acer stated that “we are excited about this announcement and feel confident that the acquisition of this property will facilitate our continued growth and allow us to better serve our existing and future clients by offering the latest in industry-technology to provide optimal efficiencies.”

About ACER Exhibits and Events

Acer Exhibits and Events is a full-service custom exhibit agency headquartered in Belcamp, Maryland. It imagines, creates and delivers custom exhibits, lobbies and interiors, conference centers and museums to bring clients’ stories to life. The company is structured to be client-focused, providing exceptional exhibit marketing experiences with superior service, both nationally and internationally. For more information, visit the Acer website at http://www.acerexhibits.com.























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La Peer Health Systems Welcomes a New Thoracic Surgeon to Its Team












Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) October 19, 2013

La Peer Health Systems is an outpatient surgery center in Beverly Hills that is widely known for its state-of-the-art facilities and dedication to the most cutting-edge and innovative procedures. The outpatient center boasts 50 physicians from 14 specialty departments, and includes doctors who are frequently featured in the media for their expertise in their fields.

Ali Mahtabifard, MD, who recently joined the team of doctors at La Peer, is double board-certified in general and cardiothoracic surgery. As a leader in his field, Dr. Mahtabifard specializes in innovative outpatient procedures, including thoracoscopic sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis, rib resection for the treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome, and transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) and laparoscopic fundoplication for treatment of reflux.

“I am very pleased to join such an esteemed group of physicians,” said Dr. Mahtabifard. “I look forward to implementing my skills and expertise at La Peer, and helping to add to the already impressive list of surgical procedures offered at these facilities.”

La Peer is composed of some of the most renowned and sought-after physicians in the United States, and was named one of the 100 greatest places to work by Becker’s ASC Review. Recently, the surgical center underwent a complete remodel and now boasts environmentally sound facilities, including efficient lighting, recycled materials in furniture and flooring, and low VOC (volatile organic compounds) in materials.

As the first thoracic surgeon at La Peer, Dr. Mahtabifard will head the Hyperhidrosis Center of Excellence as its medical director. Additionally, he will team up with the board-certified gastroenterologists at La Peer to lead the Reflux Surgery Center of Excellence, alongside Dr. Mark Davidson, who is board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine.

“We are confident that Dr. Mahtabifard will make an excellent addition to our team,” said Dr. Davidson. “His expertise transcends several departments, and his unique expertise in hyperhidrosis and acid reflux will prove to be an invaluable facet of La Peer.”

Ali Mahtabifard, MD, is committed to providing the highest quality patient care, and prides himself on performing the most advanced and effective treatment for excessive sweating and for acid reflux. His research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Journal of Immunotherapy, Clinical Cancer Research, Molecular Therapy, Human Gene Therapy, Annals of Thoracic Surgery, and Thoracic Surgery Clinics. He has also presented at the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.

Dr. Mahtabifard received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley and his medical degree from New York Medical College. He completed a general surgery internship at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York and then completed his general surgery residency at the world-renowned Massachusetts General Hospital of Harvard University. Dr. Mahtabifard is renowned for his compassionate, expert care.

La Peer Health Systems is an outpatient surgery center in Beverly Hills, founded by doctors and focused on providing excellent patient care alongside the most cutting-edge medical treatments available. With 50 world-renowned physicians in 14 specialties, comprehensive medical treatment is offered that takes patients from consultation to diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and ultimately aftercare. The 14 medical departments include orthopedics & sports medicine, gastroenterology, head & neck surgery, colorectal & general surgery, podiatry, ophthalmology, pain management, plastics & reconstructive surgery, gynecology, spine surgery, interventional cardiology, bariatric surgery, thoracic surgery, and anesthesiology. Unlike large hospitals, La Peer’s unique structure offers extremely personal care in a safe and controlled environment.

To learn more about La Peer Health Systems, visit http://www.lapeerhealth.com.























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Hawkeye Management the Small Business Loan Company Announces a New Whitepaper The Truth About Credit Card Financing











The Truth About Credit Cards


Blackwood, NJ (PRWEB) October 17, 2013

A small business owner who hangs around the Business Finance Lounge at all knows that Hawkeye Management talks a lot about business credit card financing and other forms of small business financing solutions. One of the reasons it is an important topic is because access to financing is one of the Top 3 Reasons Why Small Businesses Fail. So whether a small business needs/wants a small business loan or some other kind of working capital you may want to grab our new – and FREE – white paper about credit card financing.

The new whitepaper talks about:

The 6 core benefits that credit card financing offers a small business:

1. Get access to capital

2. Separate personal and business credit

3. Protect, preserve and improve a credit profile as money is borrowed

4. Obtain cash-flow friendly financing

5. Minimize interest expenses

6. Maximize tax benefits

The 3 of the most common myths about credit card financing:

Myth 1- Small businesses shouldn’t use credit card financing.

Myth 2- Other means of financing, such as Small Business Administration (SBA) loans, are more desirable.

Myth 3- If a small business owner must use credit card financing, the owner should use personal credit cards so that the business owner can enjoy the protections of the CARD Act.

The 4 steps to using credit card financing the right way:

*Use the right kind of business credit cards.


Keep credit utilization within acceptable levels.

Maintain plenty of available credit.

Treat your credit as an asset.

Business credit cards can be a great way to get low cost financing and protect, preserve, and improve credit profile if obtained and used wisely. Find out The Truth About Credit Cards here.

Hawkeye Management connects entrepreneurs and small business owners with up to $ 50,000-$ 150,000 or more in freely spendable business credit lines. Hawkeye Management understands the mechanics and realities of small business credit better than anyone. Hawkeye Management knows what works, what doesn’t work, and how small businesses can get the credit it needs as quickly as possible.
























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Island Abbey Foods™ Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ Now Available in participating Peoples Drug Mart and Peoples Pharmacy Locations in British Columbia











Honibe® Honey Lozenges – Nature’s Cough Drop™


Charlottetown, PE, Canada (PRWEB) October 16, 2013

Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™, a PEI based natural health product and specialty food producer, has announced an agreement with Peoples Drug Mart. This agreement will showcase the Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ in all participating Peoples Drug Marts and Peoples Pharmacies cough and cold sections in British Columbia.

Honibe Honey Lozenges contain 99.99% pure honey, with a small amount of naturally derived menthol and eucalyptus and no artificial ingredients. Honibe will be featuring both flavors of their Honey Lozenges in Peoples Drug Mart and Peoples Pharmacy locations: Honey Lozenges with Menthol and Eucalyptus and Honey Lozenges with Lemon, Menthol and Eucalyptus. Honibe Honey Lozenges are for the temporary relief of sore throat and nasal congestion with only 10 calories per piece (2.6 g) and are available in blister packages of 10 lozenges. Honey Lozenges are conveniently sized for easy transport in pockets, cars, briefcases or purses for increased consumer enjoyment.

“This agreement with Peoples Drug Mart is something that we are very proud to announce.” stated John Rowe, President of Island Abbey Foods Ltd., “This agreement will allow our Honey Lozenges to have a greater presence in the Western Canadian market while meeting the demand of an all natural cough and cold product that Canadians are asking for.”

Island Abbey Foods flagship brand Honibe has seen huge growth and recognition in the last few years. The Honibe Honey Drop achieved the most prestigious food award in the world at SIAL Paris 2010, the Global SIAL d’Or (Gold Medal).Which recognized the Honibe Honey Drop as “The Best New Food Product in the World”. Using the same proprietary technology as the award winning Honey Drop, the Honibe product line has since expanded to include Honey Delights candies, Honey Sprinkles for cooking and baking, and Honey Lozenges for coughs and colds. Honibe was subsequently honoured with the “Canada Brand Business Award” at SIAL (Toronto) in 2011. Honibe was also featured on one of Canada’s most popular television shows, CBC’s Dragons’ Den, where entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to savvy business investors. The Dragons smelled money in the honey pot as Honibe was offered one of the largest deals in the shows history. In August 2012, the Canadian Space Agency selected the Honibe Honey Drop as one of its ‘Snacks For Space’ and the Honey Drop traveled to the International Space Station with Canadian Commander Chris Hadfield’s in December 2012. Most recently, Island Abbey Foods was given the honour of being named one of Progress Magazines Fastest Growing Companies in 2012.

About Peoples Drug Mart

Peoples Drug Mart is a group of independently owned pharmacies across British Columbia. Being locally owned and operated, we take great pride in living in and helping contribute to a healthy community.

A health tradition since 1976, Peoples has more than 45 stores in British Columbia, and is one of B.C.’s leading independent pharmacy and drugstore retailers. Our commitment of “Helping people live better lives” is our foundation for providing trusted and personal health services and high-quality wellness products.

For more information please visit us on the web at http://www.peoplesdrugmart.com.

About Island Abbey Foods Ltd.

Island Abbey Foods Ltd. is a Health Canada and FDA licensed natural health product, medicated health product and specialty food producer based in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada. We are a 6th generation PEI agricultural family business with our feet firmly planted in our Island’s bright red soil (ideal for farming with its high iron and nutrient content). Honibe (hon-ee-bee) brand honey is our line of all natural, specialty honey products from PEI. Under our Honibe – Pure Honey Joy brand we offer innovative products like the Honey Drop, the worlds first 100% pure, no mess, solid Honey To Go™! We also have Honey Delights® honey candies and suckers / lollipops, Honey Sprinkles™ granulated honey, and Honibe Honey For Health™ products including: Honibe Honey Vitamins™ with vitamin C and D, Honibe Honey Gummies™ Vitamins and Honey Lozenges™ with added menthol and eucalyptus for sore throat and nasal congestion relief.

For more information please visit on the web at http://www.IslandAbbeyFoods.com and to check out our newest video release on Why Honey Lozenges are the best choice for you, please visit http://www.Honibe.com.

Sales Inquiries:

For National Regional Accounts please contact Crossmark http://www.crossmark.ca.

For Atlantic Canadian Accounts please contacts AMCA http://www.amca.ca.

If you are an independent or international customer, please contact us directly http://www.honibe.com
























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The Mail Box Stores Inc. Announces the Grand Opening of 1st Stop Mail Center











1st Stop Mail Center

Ellenwood, GA (PRWEB) October 11, 2013

The Mail Box Stores, Inc. today announces the opening of 1st Stop Mail Center, a full service postal and business center locally owned and operated by Janice Miles and Marilyn Dunn of Ellenwood, Georgia.

1st Stop Mail Center is located at 2806 East Atlanta Road in the Paradise Shoppes Plaza. They offer more than 25 shipping, postal and business related services and a wide range of related retail products and gift items, including shipping, packaging, full color copies, notary service, secure shredding, key duplication, passport and ID photos, computer time rentals, internet access, business cards and letterhead, mailbox rentals, and more.

In addition to all their services, 1st Stop Mail Center carries shipping supplies, corrugated boxes, packaging supplies, bubble wrap, tape, loose fill, shipping labels, cushioned mailers, decorated boxes and a line of office products. They offer personalized friendly service and convenient parking from 7:30am-7pm Monday through Friday, Saturday 9am – 5pm, and Sunday 10am-3pm.

Janice and Marilyn contracted with The Mail Box Stores (MBS, http://www.themailboxstores.com) to develop 1st Stop Mail Center. Along with its parent company, MBS is North America’s largest discount retail store developer. They have assisted over 3,000 independent business owners since 1995 in establishing their own stores. MBS provides a complete turnkey business opportunity, including funding, site and lease acquisition, fixtures, merchandise, all labor, training, and a no-cost long term support program. According to Theresa Whitley, the company’s General Manager, “Janice and Marilyn were involved in every stage of the process regarding their store’s development, from choosing the location and merchandise, to undergoing extensive training. Their hard work and dedication will make 1st Stop Mail Center a wonderful addition to Ellenwood—we wish them the greatest success!”























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