SanTan Sun; 08-15-15: Business

Elegant Pet Grooming provides four-legged clients with caring service

BY ALISON STANTON

Rogelio Navarro has enjoyed working with dogs since he was a youngster.

“I started when I was in secondary school in Mexico,” he said.

He and his wife, Selene Marquez, each pursued careers in the field by training at the Mexican Kennel Club. He earned his certification in 2004, while she accomplished that in 1997. The duo founded Elegant Pet Grooming in Mesa in April.

“We live in this part of the city, and we decided that it was time to take the next step and open our very own salon,” Navarro said.

Navarro and Marquez hired Sergio Huerta as a third groomer, and Chandler resident Marilyn Tilch as receptionist at the appointmentonly salon. Tilch answers the phones and greets the twoand four-legged clients as they walk in the door. Navarro, Marquez and Huerta focus on the dogs.

for their grooming, we go by appointment only,” Navarro said.

Unlike other pet salons that hire one person to shampoo the dogs, one to trim their nails and another to groom them, Navarro said he, Marquez or Huerta will work with the animals from start to finish.

“If the dogs see two or three people first, by the time they get to the groomer, they will be really stressed, especially the senior dogs and the puppies,” Navarro said.

“But here, we are kind of old school and each dog sees the same groomer for the whole appointment.”

Elegant Pet Grooming prides itself on providing special services. It does not charge extra for medicated shampoos or additional services like removing mats.

“We have a flat package and if a dog is shedding a lot or something, it is all included,” Navarro said.

“My specialty is grooming terriers, who require a little more patience to groom,” Navarro said. “Since their coat is more wired, it requires a different technique.”

Clients from as far away as Sedona and New Mexico bring their terriers in to see him.

“Selene is very, very patient with all of her clients and has lots of experience with the smaller dogs, and Sergio loves all of the big dogs,” Navarro said.

Pet owners are welcome to stay during the appointment, and everyone at Elegant Pet Grooming works hard to be sure the experience is positive for dogs.

stream of repeat customers and referrals.

“This kind of business is about recommendations and word of mouth, and people are happy with our honesty and that we always try not to overcharge them, and we love seeing the happy faces on our clients and dogs,” he said.

“Our philosophy is that when you cross over our door, you will stay our client forever.”

Elegant Pet Grooming is located at 1933 E. University Dr., Suite 10, Mesa. For more information, call (480) 264-5265 or visit www.elegantpetgrooming.com.

“We know that some of our senior four-legged clients may take more time and, in order to give them enough time

Navarro said he, Marquez and Huerta specialize in certain breeds or sizes of dogs.

“We want them to go home happy and without being traumatized and shaking or barking,” he said.

The salon staff is enjoying a steady

Alison Stanton is a freelancer for the SanTan Sun News. She can be reached at alison@santansun.com.

Chiropractor offers modern workplace tips

BY ISRAEL GONZALEZ

From yoga balls to standing desk, there have been many proposed solutions for back pain, joint pain and other problems created by a workplace environment. While these modern solutions are creative, they can be just as detrimental to your body.

Dr. Steven Knauff, a chiropractor for The Joint, offered his expertise on the matter to debunk common workplace myths. He said the forefront of all workplace pain is not moving.

“The biggest problem people encounter is being in any one position for too long,” Knauff said. “Not moving your body is hard on the joints and bones.”

Here are common modern workplace myths and alternatives that Knauff discussed:

Yoga Balls

Yoga Balls can be a great tool or just as bad as using a regular office chair, Knauff said. It all depends on how they are used.

“Swiss balls could still lead to bad posture,” Knauff said. “Users need to understand the intent of the ball.”

Staying still and not being active on the ball will still lead to joint and back pain. Knauff recommends to rocking back and forth and side to side to help the body avoid being in one place for too long.

Standing Desks

Standing desks were made to avoid sitting all day long, but standing all day is not a better option. Knauff explained why a standing desk alone is not the way to go.

“The pain originates from being in one position for too long,” Knauff said. “There are desks that convert from sitting to standing. With these you can alternate between working for one hour and sitting for one hour.”

These convertible desks are the way to go and are often cheaper than other alternatives like support chairs, Knauff added. Switching between standing and sitting aids the body in not getting stiff and stagnant.

Ergonomic Keyboards and Mousepads

While not as big of a change than your chair or desk, ergonomic keyboards and wrists rests have been promoted as helping arm and wrists with fatigue.

While Knauff did not debunk this, he does offer an easier, more simplistic way to help alleviate pain and warns of the reliance on tools.

“Do some wrist stretches, ball up your hand and do some circles and keep your wrists loose,” Knauff said. “In some cases all these tools can make a person lazy because the tool is doing all the work. You’re not moving muscles which can be detrimental to bone and joint health.”

Like the advice echoed for yoga balls and desks, Knauff once again recommends not being in one position too long with your arms and wrists.

Stress Balls

With the workplace environment being stressful it is not too uncommon for a stress ball to be found near desks. Research has been done on both sides of the issue on whether or not stress

balls are healthy, Knauff said. He said stress balls can be good if you don’t stay holding the ball in resistance and remember to open your hand often. Knauff also offered an alternative, rubber bands. Place a rubber band around your fingers and open your hand against the resistance and then rest it, Knauff said.

The biggest takeaway seen in all the tips is staying in motion. Office workers can avoid a lot of stress and pain by not being in one position for too long. If they do happen to experience back or joint pain without a cause such as car accident or other event, they should visit a chiropractor immediately.

“Ideally, patrons should come with pain before it becomes a problem,” Knauff said. “It is easier to get away from pain and discomfort the earlier they come.”

There is no need to see a full medical doctor first if it wasn’t caused by any accidents or events, Knauff said. At The Joint, chiropractors do a thorough examination. If they notice something big, they will refer out to a medical doctor. If experiencing chronic pain issues, Knauff recommends to see a team of other specialists.

“Work as a team. The more you can do the better,” Knauff said. “If you already are a chiropractic patient, maybe try a massage therapists. Try a physical therapists. We all work a lot better when used in conjunction.”

Israel Gonzalez is an intern with the SanTan Sun News. He can be reached at israel@santansun.com.

Studio Academy of Beauty offers scholarship

The Studio Academy of Beauty will be offering three $1,000 scholarships per month beginning in September for its cosmetology and esthetics programs.

The academy offers the Professional Beauty Scholarship to those seeking a career in the beauty industry. Modern Salon Magazine recognized The Studio as one of the best schools in the country for Community Service and Graduate and Career Services.

For anyone passionate about beauty, fashion, style, hair, skin and nails, the scholarship could help launch a career.

The Studio is located at 610 N. Alma

School Rd.

To qualify, applicants must be a high school graduate or possess a GED, a U.S. citizen or registered alien and must provide documentation at time of application. Acceptable forms of documentation are a high school diploma or transcripts (official or unofficial), GED, birth certificate, passport and registered alien card (green card).

Applicants must write a 300-word essay describing why they should be chosen and can include photographs of previous work. Submit to: cathy@tsaob.com or mail to 610 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler 85224

Orbital ATK awarded contract to launch U.S. Air Force mission

Orbital ATK Inc. received a $23.6 million contract from the U.S. Air Force’s Operationally Responsive Space Office to launch the ORS-5 SensorSat spacecraft in mid-2017.

The ORS-5 mission will employ an Orbital ATK Minotaur IV rocket lifting off from Launch Complex-46, operated by Space Florida at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. This will be the first time a Minotaur vehicle will have flown from this range.

“Launching from the Cape adds another capability to our program and brings us to four ranges from which Minotaur can launch,” said Rich Straka, vice president and general manager of Orbital ATK’s Launch Vehicles Division. “This flexibility and multiple vehicle configurations enables Minotaur launch vehicles to be tailored to meet mission requirements while offering the lowest cost flight-proven launch vehicles available to the U.S. government.”

This Minotaur IV rocket uses retired Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Peacekeeper boosters for the first three stages and Orbital ATK Orion 38 solid rocket motors for the upper stages. Orbital ATK integrates the vehicle using flight-proven avionics, structures, software and other components that are common among Orbital ATK’s space launch vehicles.

Using a launch vehicle comprised of solid rocket motors requires minimal

pad infrastructure, which helps lower mission costs. The team will integrate the final launch vehicle using the Orbital ATK team at the Cape with a team comprised of employees from both Orbital and ATK heritage companies.

“This is a prime example of where the synergies from the Orbital ATK merger are providing real benefits to our customers, by being able to deploy one launch team that possesses expertise from critical propulsion and avionics subsystems, to the full systems engineering understanding of the vehicle,” said Scott Lehr, president of Orbital ATK’s Flight Systems Group.

The contract was won as a competitive commercial launch proposal for the Operationally Responsive Space Office and will be licensed by the FAA.

The Minotaur family of vehicles has carried out 25 consecutive launches with a 100 percent mission success record and has placed a total of 74 satellites into orbit.

Employing a combination of U.S. government-supplied rocket motors and Orbital ATK’s proven commercial launch technologies provides incredible cost-savings for government payloads, enables the U.S. to compete with other countries who use their retired assets for commercial launch and keeps a critical skilled workforce employed.

City’s first Porsche dealership to open in April 2016

The owners of Porsche Chandler recently broke ground for the construction of a new, state-of-the-art dealership, located at 1010 S. Gilbert Rd. It marks the city’s first Porsche dealership and only the second in the Phoenix area.

Richard Cvijanovich, Porsche Chandler’s owner and operator, presided over the groundbreaking ceremony, which was attended by more than 100 participants, including Porsche Cars North America executives, City of Chandler dignitaries and Arizona Porsche Club members and owners.

Porsche Chandler represents the pinnacle in the brand’s design standards as one of its first LEED Gold Certified facilities, a benchmark for future Porsche dealerships.

will employ approximately 35 workers.

Cvijanovich said selecting Chandler and the Chandler 202 Auto Park for his Porsche dealership was “absolutely the right decision considering its location squarely in the middle of Phoenix’s East Valley communities.”

“The tremendous economic, population and business expansion taking place within Chandler and surrounding markets supports the development of a luxury dealership offering,” said Cvijanovich.

Mayor Jay Tibshraeny said the City appreciated “the continued investment that the Cvijanovich family is making here in Chandler,”

“This is a significant milestone for Porsche in the city of Phoenix and the state of Arizona,” said Vice President Pedro Mota, who oversees the Western region for Porsche. “The new Porsche Chandler will give local owners an unparalleled experience and provide potential customers with a fitting introduction to the venerable Porsche brand.”

Once construction is completed in time for an anticipated opening in April, the two-story, 36,000-square-foot, 4-acre complex will represent a state-of-the-art sales, service and parts operation featuring a 14-vehicle indoor showroom, fully air conditioned service department, first- and second-floor cafes for client convenience and an expansive multilevel Porsche parts and accessories warehouse. The dealership

“This world-class dealership represents a tremendous asset to the community and we wish them many years of success with one of the world’s premier automobile brands here in our city,” Tibshraeny said.

Porsche Chandler will focus on providing the best-in-class luxury client sales and service experience possible.

“The Arizona Region of the Porsche Club of America warmly welcomes Porsche Chandler to the Arizona Porsche community,” said Kim Kemper, secretary and Autocross chair of the AZ Region PCA. For information on Porsche Chandler, contact PublicRelations@PorscheChandler. com or visit www.PorscheChandler.com. Follow Porsche Chandler on twitter. com/ShopPorsche and| facebook.com/ PorscheChandlerAZ.

For Porsche Chandler online, visit www. PorscheChandler.com.

Progressive sale features designer brands

Shoppers who frequent My Sisters Closet and Well Suited consignment designer stores can look for these stores’ semi-annual progressive sale in August.

Deals range from 20 to 70 percent at the stores. Visit My Sister’s Closet, 2915 S. Alma School Rd., or any other My Sister’s Closet and Well Suited location between Aug. 15 and Aug. 28 to get a deal on favorite designer brands. Deals will be available on designer clothing, fine jewelry, handbags, shoes, hats and accessories.

Putting the brakes on breast cancer

Locally owned, independent auto repair shops are offering freebies while supporting the Brakes for Breasts campaign. Throughout August—which is designated Brake Safety Awareness Month—members of Neighborhood Auto Repair Shops NARPRO are joining forces to raise money for a breast cancer vaccine.

Automotive Diagnostic Specialties, 6835 W. Chandler Blvd., and Desert Car Care Chandler, 95 N. Dobson Rd., are among those shops that are participating.

Here’s how the fundraising drive works:

• 14 locally owned NARPRO shops from across Arizona will participate in a Brakes for Breasts campaign.

The dates and deals are as follows: Aug. 15 and 16, 20 percent off; Aug. 17 to Aug. 31, 30 percent; Aug. 22 and 23, 40 percent; Aug. 24 and 26, 50 percent; Aug. 24 to Aug. 26, 50 percent and Aug. 27 and 28, 70 percent.

Like My Sister’s Closet on Facebook and sign up to get email updates on the hot ticket items www. mysisterscloset.com.

“This end of the season sale is a

chance for shoppers to get their hands on the greatest deals of the season and one-of-a-kind fall looks,” said My Sister’s Closet CEO Ann Siner. “At the end of the day Friday, we clear out anything we did not sell and fill the racks with brand new items.”

Everything must be sold by 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, to make room for the big fall reveal. The MSC and WS stylists then pull all the off-season looks from the racks and donate truckloads of clothing to Valley charities, including My Sisters’ Charities Thrift Store, now located in Chandler.

• Drivers can take advantage of free brake safety awareness inspections at participating NARPRO shops throughout the month of August. The free brake safety awareness inspections will offer motorists a free check of the thickness of their brake pads and linings, plus an opportunity to learn proper brake system care and vehicle maintenance.

• With any financial donation of your choosing, you will receive free brake pads (up to $80 retail value) when brakes are installed at a NARPRO

certified shop.

• Customers will pay for labor and additional parts while each shop donates 10 percent of every brake service directly to the Cleveland Clinic Breast Cancer Vaccine Research Fund. Shops will also accept any additional donations from customers to pass on to the Cleveland Clinic.

• The vaccine, developed at the Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner Research Institute, has been shown to prevent breast cancer in laboratory mice.

Chandler auto body shop certified by consumer group

Chandler Auto Body, 1505 N. Arizona Ave., is now part of the exclusive advanced capable repair network of Certified Collision Care Provider. The shops that receive the certification include only best-in-class collision repair businesses that pass a rigorous inspection and evaluation process to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Between 2013 and 2016, over 240

automotive brands are being redesigned or reintroduced using advanced materials and technology making this new generation of vehicles both lighter and safer. Hand in hand with the new vehicle designs comes the challenge for consumers to identify which collision repairers have the technical capability to properly and safely repair vehicles.

Assured Performance Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy

Vote for ICAN for charity to win $10K

Cambridge Insurance Services in Chandler received a Safeco Insurance Make More Happen Award for its volunteer service with ICAN: Positive Programs for Youth.

The award includes a $3,000 donation made by Safeco to ICAN and entry into the Safeco Make More Happen Contest this summer.

The Cambridge and ICAN “team” also are also entered in the Safeco Make More Happen Contest for summer, where the public is encouraged to vote for their favorite insurance-agency-charity team. Voters also can leave a comment of encouragement for those who make a difference in their communities.

The contest runs until Aug. 17, and the three teams with the most votes will win additional donations from Safeco for the charities: $10,000 for first place, $5,000 for second and $3,000 for third.

If the online contest reaches 28,000 votes, Safeco will give away an additional $500 to each of the 33 charities in the

contest for a total of $16,500.

To vote for the Cambridge Insurance Services and ICAN team and leave an online cheer, visit www.safeco.com/ make-more-happen.

Online votes can be cast in the Safeco Insurance Make More Happen Contest once every 24 hours until 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17.

Cambridge Insurance Services was selected for the Safeco Make More Happen Award based on a photo and application demonstrating its commitment to ICAN, which serves atrisk youth in the East Valley.

Rodie Ayala, the ICAN volunteer and Cambridge agent who nominated ICAN, said she enjoyed working with the ICAN staff, development committee and engaging with the children.

“It makes me feel good to see smiles on the children’s faces,” Ayala said. “ICAN is a great organization that I want to help in any way I can.”

organization, is working with automakers such as Ford, FCA, Hyundai, and GM to assist consumers by certifying body shops that maintain the right tools, equipment, training, and facility modification to repair the participating automaker brand vehicles back to the manufacturer’s specifications. These shops are also officially recognized by the automakers and carry special credentials. These shops are listed on consumer-facing shop

locator websites and inside of new smart apps now available.

Collision Care is distinguished from the experience and service provided by body shops of yesteryear through the advanced collision repair capability and service experience delivered by the best in class shops receiving certification. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet these stringent requirements.

Chamber golf tourney set for Sept. 18

The Chandler Chamber of Commerce has scheduled the 14th annual Chandler Chamber Golf Tournament for 7:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 18, at the Whirlwind Golf Course in Chandler.

Business owners and community members can enjoy the Troon course to benefit the Chamber’s events including the Chamber Chamber Community Foundation scholarship program.

Sponsorships include a foursome and marketing collateral benefits. This player/sponsorship event offers a

range of prices for businesses looking for exposure or networking.

Business owners who can’t attend the tournament but want exposure for their businesses can sponsor a contest or hole sponsorship.

Register at www.chandlerchamber. com under the calendar date of Sept. 18. For information on sponsorship opportunities, call Maryann@ chandlerchamber.com or call (480) 963-4571.

Chamber events feature lunches, meetings for members

Throughout the year, the Chandler Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of luncheons and meetings for its members and the community.

Events are held at the Chandler Chamber of Commerce office, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201, Chandler, unless otherwise noted.

To register, call (480) 963-4571, visit www.chandlerchamber.com or email info@chandlerchamber.com. No refunds are available within 72 hours of an event.

Ribbon Cutting for Studio Fit

4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15

Studio Fit celebrates its four-year anniversary with a ribbon cutting. Enjoy a live DJ, catered food, drinks and raffle giveways.

Folley Pool, 600 E. Fairview St., Gilbert

Chandler Chamber Monday Morning Leads Group

7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 24 and 31 (every Monday)

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. A leads group is a business referral network that helps businesses interact and network. As a member of the Chamber’s leads groups business owners have the opportunity to develop sources and contacts that can help generate sales. Members are given the opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits. Brunchies, 17 E. Boston St., Chandler

Chandler Chamber Lunch Club

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17

Network over lunch and help support a Chamber member restaurant. Exchange business cards and brochures. Bring a door prize, a guest and an appetite. $10 for lunch and drink, tip is included. Holiday Inn at Ocotillo, 1200 W. Ocotillo Rd., Chandler

Xmas in July Wrap Up Party

5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17

Celebrate as the Chamber wraps up this year’s Xmas in July with the United Food Bank.

Whiskey Rose, 135 W. Ocotillo Rd., Chandler

Chandler Chamber Tuesday Morning Leads Group

7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 25

and Sept. 1 (every Tuesday)

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. Members are given the opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits.

information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits.

BLD, 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler

Women in Business Lunch and Mentoring Program

12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18 10:30 a.m. mentoring program. Hear from keynote speaker Kristen Sharma on “Secrets for Leadership Success” at lunch. At 10:30 a.m., a mentoring circle will discuss action learning, coaching and peer mentoring principles to provide support and inspiration for idea generation and greater creativity.

SoHo63, 63 E. Boston, Chandler

Business Golf

6:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19

Come play nine holes on the golf course, enjoy breakfast and networking opportunities.

Oakwood Country Club, 9649 S E J. Robson Blvd., Sun Lakes

Chandler Chamber Wednesday Morning Leads Group

7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 26 and Sept. 2 (every Wednesday)

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. Members are given the opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits.

Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa, 4200 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler

Chandler Chamber Wednesday Lunch Leads Group

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 26 and Sept. 2 (every Wednesday)

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. Members are given the opportunity to give the group

Stone & Vine Urban Italian, 1035 W. Queen Creek Rd., Suite 103, Chandler (southwest corner of Alma School and Queen Creek roads)

Chamber 101

7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 20

Come learn more about the Chamber and how to better utilize your membership. Bring business cards and brochures to share and network with other members.

Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201

Chandler Chamber Thursday Lunch Leads Group (West)

11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 27 and Sept. 3 (every Thursday)

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. Members are given the opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits.

Nabers Music Bar & Eats, 825 N. 54th St., Chandler

Chandler Chamber Thursday Lunch Leads Group (East)

11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 27 and Sept. 3

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. Members are given the opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits.

Social Box Neighborhood Eatery, 1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler

Chandler Chamber Thursday Lunch Leads Group (West)

11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 27 and Sept. 3 (every Thursday)

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. Members are given the opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits.

Nabers Music Bar & Eats, 825 N. 54th St., Chandler

Business After Business

5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20

Come meet new Chamber members,

make business contacts and try to win the Chamber Cash Pot, sponsored by Thorobred Chevrolet. This event sponsor is Arizona Pest Prevention. Whiskey Rose, 135 W. Ocotillo Rd., Chandler

Chandler Chamber Friday Morning Leads Group

7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 28 and Sept. 4 (every Friday)

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. Members are given the opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits. Chompie’s Delicatessen Restaurant, 3481 W. Frye Rd., Chandler

Small Business Counseling

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 28 and Sept. 4 (every Friday)

Experienced business counselors provide advice, knowledge and insight to help start or grow a business. Small Business Counseling is available Mondays and Tuesdays at the Chamber office by appointment only through the Maricopa Community Colleges’ Arizona Small Business Development Center network. Contact the Chandler Chamber of Commerce to schedule an appointment. Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201 Chandler

Chandler Chamber Thursday Morning Leads Group

7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 27 and Sept. 3 (every Thursday, except when Chamber 101 is scheduled)

The Chandler Chamber Leads groups help business members to network and grow their businesses. Members are given the opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Allowed two free visits. Rudy’s West Country Store & Barbecue, 7300 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler

Ribbon Cutting for Sun Lakes Nails and Spa

4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3 Come support Sun Lakes Nails and Spa at its ribbon cutting.

4991 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler