Santan Sun News: 11-1-2014, Business

Bravo Business Center offers private and virtual office services

BY ALISON STANTON

As small business owners, Theresa and Dustin Dobson understand that sometimes people outgrow their home offices. That knowledge inspired the married couple, along with Dustin’s sister, Hallie Richardson, and her husband, Matthew, to open Bravo Business Center in Chandler.

As Theresa explains, Bravo Business Center provides full-time private offices, virtual office services and on-demand meeting spaces in an attractive and state-of-the-art facility in Ocotillo. Dustin and his sister Hallie are fourthgeneration Chandler natives, Theresa adds, and all four owners are committed to helping local business owners succeed.

To celebrate the grand opening of Bravo Business Center, the Chandler Chamber of Commerce is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event, which is open to the public, is from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, at the center.

“We provide small business owners with high levels of customer service in an outstanding environment,” she says. Although other places might provide similar services, after seeing what was available, she and the other co-owners found a void in the quality of customer service and the aesthetics of design.

“We did quite a bit of research nationwide to see what is out there, and we felt we could really improve on what

is already in existence,” Theresa says.

Bravo Business Center features 11 executive suites, which range in size from 125- to 196-square-feet. Rates start at $635 per month, and although many clients are renting on a month-to-month basis, Theresa says those who wish to do a long-term lease may negotiate with them for a lower rate.

“People can rent a business space for a month and test the waters and see how it goes and they don’t even have to bring anything with them except their computer; we are wired and ready to go,” she says.

In addition to a professional staff and a personalized answering service, tenants also have 24/7 access with a keycard, high-speed Internet and a hightech phone system.

“We can also take on several hundred virtual offices, and we have day suites that people who work at home can rent for a meeting,” she says.

“This is a great option for people who typically meet clients in places like Starbucks or at their home offices, and have the desire to step up and make a more professional image.”

Theresa says she, Dustin, Hallie and Matthew have all been pleasantly surprised with the number of people interested in Bravo Business Center. About 40 percent of the suites have already been rented.

“One word that really resonated with us and what we are doing came

WHAT’S IT WORTH?

The summer is upon us and, with temperatures in the 100s, I am sure you would like the opportunity to get away for a long weekend to a “cool” vacation spot. You can generate that extra cash to enjoy this break by using an asset you already own.

Is there something in your safety deposit box, garage, a drawer or maybe on a wall in your home that has value and can be converted to cash? Take some time and look for this asset that no longer is bringing you pleasure or is not appreciating and find out “What’s it worth.”

There are experts who have the capability to evaluate collectables, jewelry, art, etc. through research and market knowledge who will provide the estimated value of your

“BILTMORE

from one of our clients. He said that being here would offer him credibility,” Theresa says.

“It is so nice to hear people who are renting from us say, ‘I feel really good about this.’ We are looking forward to helping improve people’s professional images, one client at a time.”

Bravo Business Center is located

item. There are consignment stores on every corner that will take the item and attempt to find buyers. There is also the Internet, which is becoming a mall and shopping center. The valuables that before were not readily saleable now can be sold 24 hours a day. But first you need to have the experts determine a value. From this point, the marketplace will determine the true selling price. Also ask the experts if they are possible buyers of the assets. It will expedite the conversion of the item to cash. Please take the time on one of these hot days to search for valuables that can be converted to funds for a break from the heat. Remember there are experts and buyers who want to assist!

— David Goldstein Owner, Biltmore Loan and Jewelry

at 2705 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 2, Chandler, in Dobson Town Place Business Park. For more information, call (480) 568-0180 or visit www. bravobusinesscenter.com.

Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at alison@santansun.com

Shift 4 Success changes lives, one pound at a time

BY ALISON STANTON

After battles with emotional eating and ultimately bulimia, Julie Holbrook was inspired to open Shift 4 Success to help others with the same issues.

“I was an emotional eater from the time I was about 5 years old and bulimic for 20 years, and I hid it from everybody,” she says.

Holbrook opened Shift 4 Success 10 years ago. Using her background as a nutritionist and hypnotherapist, Holbrook says she offers a unique six-session program that produces results after the first session.

“No one else does what I do. For one thing, I don’t put people on diets. My program is food-issue focused, and it’s very result-oriented,” she says.

She personalizes her confidential program for each client and meets with everyone one-on-one.

New career

Eleven years ago, Holbrook left her corporate job, took charge of her health and learned on her own how to heal her own food issues. It took her over two years to do it, she says, but she was able to heal herself, once and for all.

Holbrook knows that like her, plenty of other people struggle with food issues.

“Some people eat for emotional reasons, like when they are stressed out, happy, sad or just bored,” she says.

“Some go on every diet out there and lose the weight, only to gain it back and then some. Still others just have a hectic busy lifestyle and they know how they

want to eat and take care of themselves, but they just can’t get themselves to do it. I can help with all of these issues.”

OFFERING RESULTSORIENTED WEIGHT

before their first meeting.

“If they decide to work with me, we’ll already be rocking and rolling,” she says.

Her combination of helping her clients get to the bottom of their food issues combined with hypnosis to solidify what they discussed during each session is incredibly helpful, she says.

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LOSS: Julie Holbrook says conquering her own emotional eating habits inspired her to open Shift 4 Success. Submitted photo

Most of the time, Holbrook says, new clients will call her and tell her about all of the other weight loss programs they have tried to no avail. In that first conversation, she typically hears a lot of stress and anguish in people’s voices as they describe their health issues as well as their frustration with their inability to lose weight, or their struggles to maintain a healthy number on the scale.

“I’m usually the last place people will call. They are sad, frustrated, scared yet hopeful,” she says.

“I seem to attract a lot of A type-driven people. They can manage their career, family and have hectic lifestyles, but they can’t get control of the food and their weight.”

Holbrook offers a free initial consultation, which she says helps her get to know her clients’ habits and patterns

While most people finish their six sessions in about two months, Holbrook understands that some of her clients might need additional sessions to fully grasp and implement all that they have learned.

“At the end of the six sessions they will have all the tools they will need, but I won’t just throw my clients out there on their own. While a lot of people are on their way, some need a bit more support and I am there for them.”

Watching her clients transform and heal is immensely gratifying for Holbrook.

“I love every one of my clients, and they become my children, regardless of their age. People come in in a lot of pain, but I like them to know that their food issues are fixable,” she says.

“I’m so blessed to be able to help people feel better and get on with their journey in life.”

Shift 4 Success is located at 941 E. Drexel Dr., Gilbert. For more information, call (480) 818-8186 or visit www. shift4success.com.

Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com

The SanTan Sun News would like to welcome new area businesses or existing ones that may be new to our readers.

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Stop Snoring and Rest Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

Nish Shah, D.M.D., M.D.

Sleep Apnea has become one of the leading US health concerns that we face as we continue to treat an aging and oftentimes overweight population. Patients who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea can have symptoms that include a feeling of being tired, fatigued and sleepy during the daytime. Many people who develop sleep apnea start with snoring, which can then progress towards apnea, where they stop breathing. The benefit of treating sleep apnea is that it will reduce the complications associated with sleep apnea. These complications include: problems with your endocrine system [thyroid problems and diabetes], hypertension, congestive heart failure, cardiovascular disease including heart block and arrhythmias, an increased risk of stroke, mood disorders and of course, increased mortality. After seeing this long list of complications, one can see why it is so important to treat the obstructive sleep apnea [OSA] as soon as it is diagnosed. Once a patient has been diagnosed with OSA, it is important to begin immediate

treatment. The gold standard in treating sleep apnea has been CPAP [continuous positive airway pressure], where oxygen is forced into their lungs to keep the airway open so the patient does not stop breathing and keeps enough oxygen in the system to keep the brain and heart supplied to function normally. Unfortunately, there are many people who cannot tolerate CPAP and therefore seek alternative treatment options with us.

When you come into our state of the art facility, we will perform a complete and thorough head and neck examination including radiographic analysis of your facial structures. We will discuss the different options to treat sleep apnea from oral devices that open the airway to definitive jaw surgery to correct for abnormal facial development.

Contact our office (480) 814-9500 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Nish Shah and visit our website www.azoral.com for all our services provided.

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Stop by and discover Career Connectors, a nonprofit organization connecting professionals to high-quality resources and hiring companies. All events, which are held four times a month, are available at no cost.

The next event will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Central Christian Church Student Center, 965 E. Germann Rd., Gilbert.

Each event includes professional career speakers with presentations on relevant job search topics, three to four featured hiring companies, networking, resume help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches and business portraits.

For more information, call (480) 4425806 or www.careerconnectors.org.

Lee’s Cattle Co. ranks first in Arizona Southwest Sedan Services serving Chandler, Gilbert

Southwest Sedan Services has expanded to the Chandler and Gilbert area. SWS, a company that has been in the Valley since 1995, specializes in airport transportation, evenings out and tours. SWS can handle individuals and groups, and is fully insured and registered with all local and state

governing agencies.

Black sedans and SUVs are featured and the fleet also has minibuses and coaches for charter. Special rates will be featured through Wednesday, Dec. 31.

For more information, visit www. swsedan.net.

Network with a cause with the Chandler Business Alliance

Anyone interested in networking with a cause is invited to attend the weekly breakfast meeting of the Chandler Business Alliance at BLD, 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Thursdays. All member and guest businesses are allowed to present themselves to other local businesses that care about Chandler.

Information will be provided about local Chandler events, such as the Downtown Chandler Block Party Saturday, Nov. 8; FANS’ third annual Night on the Vine Sunday, Nov. 9; About Care’s Veterans Day Art Auction and Wine Tasting Thursday, Nov. 13; and Woofstock Saturday, Nov. 15.

The alliance is a professional business coalition dedicated to the economic and social development of its members and the Chandler community as a whole. The mission is accomplished through establishing a network of businesses owned and/or operated by members of the Chandler neighborhoods. Members will demonstrate their commitment to the mission through the patronage, referral and recommendation of fellow members. The commitment will also be demonstrated through financial and other support to local charitable organizations.

For more information, visit www. chandleralliance.com.

Lee’s Cattle Co. of Chandler registered the most Angus beef cattle with American Angus Association in Arizona during fiscal year 2014, which ended Tuesday, Sept. 30, according to Bryce Schumann, association chief executive officer.

Angus breeders across the nation in 2014 registered 298,369 heads of Angus cattle.

“Our year-end statistics continue to demonstrate strong demand for Angus genetics and solidify our long-held position as the leader in the beef cattle industry,” Schumann says. “These results underscore our members’ commitment to providing genetic solutions to the beef cattle industry.”

The American Angus Association is the nation’s largest beef breed organization, serving nearly 25,000 members across the United States, Canada and several other countries. The association provides programs and services to farmers, ranchers and others who rely on Angus to produce quality genetics for the beef industry and quality beef for consumers. For more information about the association, visit www.angus.org.

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Stay busy with the chamber through November

Throughout November and beyond, the Chandler Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of luncheons and meetings for its members and the community to enjoy. Numerous leads groups are also offered to help business owners network with their 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 www. meetup.com/ChandlerChamber, or email info@chandlerchamber.com. No refunds are available within 72 hours of an event.

Leads groups offered daily

The Chandler Chamber of Commerce offers an assortment of leads groups that help business members’ network and grow their business, while providing them an opportunity to give the group information on their company, upcoming events and more. Individuals attending the leads group are allowed two free visits before deciding to join.

Monday Morning Leads Group

From 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., the Chandler Chamber Monday Morning Leads Group meets every Monday. The group meets at Brunchies, 17 E. Boston St., Chandler.

Tuesday Morning Leads Group

Every Tuesday, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. the Chandler Chamber Tuesday Morning Leads Group meets at BLD, 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler.

Wednesday Morning Leads Group

Each Wednesday, the Chandler Chamber Wednesday Morning Leads Group meets at Bernard’s at Ocotillo Golf Resort, 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

Wednesday Lunch Leads Group

From 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Chandler Chamber Wednesday Lunch Leads Group meets at La Casa Blanca, 24605 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler.

Thursday Morning Leads Group

The Thursday Morning Leads Group meets from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., at Rudy’s West Country Store and Barbecue, 7300 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler.

Thursday Lunch Leads Group

Join the Thursday Lunch Leads Group at Nabers Music Bar and Eats, 825 N. 54th St., Chandler, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Friday Morning Leads Group

The Chandler Chamber Friday Morning Leads Group meets at

Chompie’s Delicatessen Restaurant, 3481 W. Frye Rd., Chandler, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

Small Business Counseling

Experienced business counselors provide advice, knowledge and insight to help individuals start or grow their business during Small Business Counseling every Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Appointment times vary and the counseling is free and open to the public. Small Business Counseling is available Mondays and Tuesdays at the chamber office, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201, by appointment only through the Maricopa Community Colleges’ Arizona Small Business Development Center network. Contact the Chandler Chamber of Commerce to schedule an appointment.

Small Business Academy Class set for Nov. 4

The Small Business Academy Class will take place from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201. The academy is a five-week program designed for busy entrepreneurs. Receive a certificate after attending all five classes. Topics this session will be on business strategy and marketing plan.

Ambassadors Committee to meet Nov. 4

The Ambassadors Committee will

meet from 11:55 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201. The select group of individuals is the liaison between the chamber and the business community.

Technology Steering Committee meeting

The Technology Steering Committee meeting will take place from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, at Coach and Willie’s Restaurant, One E. Boston St. The meeting will include planning and organizing the Technology Lunch Series and other Chandler Chamber Technology programs and events for 2014.

Holiday Enchantment Gala set for Nov. 7

The Holiday Enchantment Gala will take place from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at Big Two Toyota Scion of Chandler, 1250 S. Gilbert Rd. The 22nd Holiday Enchantment event features local restaurants, music, live and silent auctions. Along with dinner and dancing,

party-goers will have the chance to sample the best dishes from local Chandler eateries.

Wake-Up Chandler

Wake-Up Chandler will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Sam’s Club, 1375 S. Arizona Ave. Wake-Up Chandler is a great way to start off the morning by networking with other businesses. Bring business cards and brochures, and be prepared to give a 30-second commercial about your business.

Technology Brown Bag Lunch Seminar Series

The Technology Brown Bag Lunch Seminar Series will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201. This month’s topic is Tech Toys: What is on your Christmas wish list?

Chandler Chamber Public Policy meeting

The Chandler Chamber Public Policy meeting from 8 a.m.to 9:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 14, is open to all members. The chamber is the representative on local, regional and state issues. The meeting will discuss issues that are important to the success of business and the community.

Ribbon cuttings

The McMurdie Law Office, 4500 S. Lakeshore Dr., Tempe, will have a ribboncutting ceremony from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 5.

Bravo Business Center, 2705 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 2, Chandler, will have its ribbon-cutting from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6.

World Financial Group, 839 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 380, Chandler, will host its ribbon-cutting from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Join Fresche, 4040 S. Arizona Ave., Suite 15, Chandler, for its ribbon-cutting from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12.

Heather Suess of Farm Bureau Financial Services, 912 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite B6, Chandler, will hold its ribbon-cutting from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13.

Stay connected with the Chamber

Individuals who would like to receive text updates from the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, text ChandlerAZ to 411247 for general updates, events, reminders and announcements; text ChandlerDeals to 411247 to receive text updates on specials going on around the Chandler area; text ChandlerEDU to 411247 to receive text updates on educational seminars, training programs and announcements; and text ChandlerEvents to 411247 to receive text updates on upcoming events, ribbon cuttings and reminders.

Individuals or businesses that have a special going on or a deal to share with the Chandler community can email deals@chandlerchamber.com and give a short description, 160 characters or less, about the special. The deal will be sent out in text message alerts.

American Red Cross encourages donations before the holidays

The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to make a point to give blood before the busy holiday season arrives.

Blood donations often decline between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day as people become busy with holiday festivities. Donors are needed in the weeks leading up to the winter holidays to help prevent these seasonal declines. Donors of all blood types, and especially those with types O-negative, A-negative and B-negative, are needed to help maintain a stable blood supply.

Blood donation appointments can be made through the Red Cross Blood Donor App—a faster, more convenient way to schedule and manage donation appointments. The app also allows users to track donation histories, earn rewards and invite others to join them on a lifesaving team. The app is free and available for download in app stores.

Donors may also visit www. redcrossblood.org or call (800) RED CROSS, (800) 733-2767, to learn more about the donation process and to make an appointment. Upcoming blood donation opportunities in Chandler include 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, at Kovach Construction, 3195 W. Armstrong Pl., and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Freescale C Building, 1300 N. Alma School Rd., Bldg. C/M. Appointments are necessary. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 lbs. and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Alta Steelyard Lofts bring urban living to downtown Chandler

Alta Steelyard Lofts had a groundbreaking ceremony at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 155 E. Frye Rd., in downtown Chandler.

Alta Steelyard Lofts, a new urban apartment community, will add residents and pedestrians to downtown Chandler, continuing the downtown area’s

movement towards a vibrant, urban core. Developed by Wood Partners, Alta Steelyard Lofts will allow new residents to move downtown to work and enjoy amenities without having to drive, and help downtown Chandler grow as an employment and entertainment destination.

UltraStar celebrates second anniversary with $2 specials

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

What started out as a simple sketch on a napkin turned into an entertainment destination that brings in 6,000 visitors weekly. As a way of thanking its customers, UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle in Maricopa will offer $2 specials on its second anniversary, Nov. 15.

Adam Saks, vice president of operations/general manager of the UltraStar location, says the idea came from Ak-Chin Indian Community Chairman Luis Manuel Jr.

“Everything is $2, including the movies,” says Saks, a Chandler resident. “It’s Ak-Chin and their vision again. They wanted to do it. The chairman wanted to put it as this is our thank you to everybody who has been patronizing UltraStar. A family of five can come to the movies for $10. I think we’re going to see quite a response to that.”

The discounted price even includes first-run movies like “Dumb and Dumber To,” which opens on Nov. 15. In addition to the films, laser tag and bowling that the facility boasts, there will be activities outside.

Vekol Market will serve up barbecue from its trailer. Kids can enjoy games and activities in the amphitheater. Heading indoors, Manuel will make remarks before Native American entertainment takes over.

In the evening, The Smithereens frontman Pat DiNizio will bring his

“Confessions of a Rock Star” show to the theater at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. See related story on page 58.

Change in direction

Historically, UltraStar has been a theater company with six other centers in Arizona and California, Saks says. But that all changed with the Ak-Chin location.

“The impetus of this project was our CEO Alan Grossberg and Chairman Manuel discussing the possibility of bringing a movie theater to Ak-Chin,” Saks explains.

“They were at lunch and someone took out the proverbial cocktail napkin. They said, ‘We could do a theater building.’ Then they said, ‘What if we also wanted a restaurant? What if we did some bowling?’”

One month after the sketch, the organizations broke ground on the project. Eleven months later, the facility was hosting “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn—Part 2.”

The “multi-tainment” destination, as it is dubbed, was UltraStar’s first departure from theater-only products.

“That is what the company is now

focusing on—multi-tainment,” Saks says. “Ak-Chin is just a visionary tribe. It was their idea and their thought to bring world-class entertainment to this region.”

Saks explains that even though Maricopa is somewhat rural, it still “deserved the best.”

“Our commitment is to always push the envelope and commit to bringing new and diverse types of entertainment to the region,” Saks says. “That’s why they built this facility. It deserves to have the right level of talent.”

New dishes

The two-year celebration extends beyond the fun and games. The three restaurants at the 165,000-square-foot multi-tainment center have revamped their menus.

Executive Chef Frank Abyeta introduced his specialty flare of American continental cuisine at 347 Grill, Luxe Lounge and luxury Star Class theaters, which features in-seat dining with cocktail service.

Highlights of the menus include watermelon spinach salad, featuring freshly grilled watermelon and locally grown spinach. For the heartier appetite, the pork NY boasts center cut pork, topped with a tomatillo poblano cream sauce served with potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Stone fired-pizzas and buildyour-own burgers are a favorite among

families dining in the 347 Grill.

In the Luxe Lounge, new selections such as the delicious corned beef and hash sliders feature four sliders with corned beef, fried egg, mustard dill sauce and celery leaf slaw. Additionally, the sizzling smoked salmon flatbread topped with herbed brie cheese, arugula and fennel drizzled with dark ale maple syrup and the blue corn breaded crab cake sliders have become instant favorites.

“My culinary philosophy and passion reflect the growing trend toward a healthier and down-to-earth lifestyle,” Abyeta says. “We work with local vendors to find the best ingredients which is the essence of my cuisine.”

UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle will continue to evolve. A conference center will open in front of the facility soon and next summer, officials are hoping to introduce water features.

“A family can come down and have an amazing experience,” Saks says. “From Chandler, you’re 20 to 30 minutes from this building. Little do they know, there’s a little piece of Vegas 30 minutes down the road. It’s not 30 minutes to spend an hour. They’d spend four or five hours here easy to see a movie, have a meal, play some games, get an ice cream, bowl, what have you. It’s an experience.”

Christina Fuoco-Karasinski is the executive editor of the SanTan Sun News. She can be reached at christina@ santansun.com.

Costa promoted at Western State Bank

CORPORATE CHRONICLES

Deanna Costa was promoted to assistant vice president/cash management officer at Western State Bank. She serves as the primary contact for the cash management services the bank offers in Arizona, and provides product support to Western State Banks other locations.

Costa attended Coconino Community College in Page and joined Western State Bank in 2009 as a personal banking officer/customer service representative supervisor. She began her role as cash management officer in early 2014.

Costa resides in Queen Creek with her husband, Mark, and their two children. She is involved with the Chandler Service Club.

Western Bank is a 112-year-old employee-owned, community bank with assets totaling approximately $725 million. The bank offers superior full-banking services, investments, real estate financing to personal and business customers, as well as nationwide equipment financing services.

Signarama accepting applications for signage grants

As the holidays quickly approach,

people and organizations turn their attention toward helping others. In 2011, Signarama Chandler, a local family-owned business, founded a grant program as its way to give back.

Through Signs of Hope grants, Signarama Chandler has offered free or reduced cost signage, giving away more

than $80,000 in signage.

Signs of Hope grants are available annually in the fall for the following calendar year. Ways an organization can increase their chance of being awarded a grant are: being an existing customer, requesting signage that offers value to an organization, need-based requests or requests where discounted or free signage increases fundraising efforts for research, programs and staffing.

Signarama Chandler has worked with the American Diabetes Association, Child Crisis Center, Save the Family, My Hope Bag, Pan de Vida Foundation, The Children’s Home Project, Chandler Lions Club and East Valley Veterans Parade in 2014.

Signarama Chandler, www. signaramachandler.com, was founded in 1997 by Brian and Sue Eichenberg. In 2007, their son, Jim Eichenberg, joined the business. Signarama is the largest sign franchise in the world with more than 900 stores in more than 50 countries. Signarama Chandler holds the distinct honor of being in the Top 5 and in May was No. 1 in the world.

Signarama Chandler is a family-owned and -operated custom sign shop, located 3400 N. Arizona Ave., Suite 117, between Elliot and Guadalupe roads, offering everything from business cards to monument signs.

Whiskey Rose represents opportunity for family

BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON

When the Buschtetz family moved from France to Arizona, it was based on the hopes of living among the cowboys and the pursuit of the American dream.

“Fabrice is one of those people who thinks the grass is always greener in the United States,” quips Mairead Buschtetz of her husband.

“I’d been living in France for 26 years... we met, we got married and we have three children. Fabrice always wanted to move here, but we were too young, then there were kids and too many things going on, but we said, ‘One day.’”

When the family had the opportunity to move, they sold their Spanish tapas restaurant in France in January 2013.

“We got on a plane with our suitcases and our kids and off we went,” Buschtetz says.

A mere six months later, the couple took ownership of Desert Car Care on Guadalupe Road in Gilbert, and in August, they added Whiskey Rose Bar and Grill in Chandler to their business portfolio.

The Buschtetzs, along with their children, Killian, Steven and Laura, have devoted their time to making Whiskey Rose a restaurant that every family member will enjoy.

“We work as a family, so our daughter works as a hostess and the boys are working full time in the dining room,” she says.

Mairead can be found working in every area of the restaurant and Fabrice

is often busy cooking in the kitchen.

“We’d like to stress that this is a family-run business. We’re very proud of that and barbecue is our specialty,” states Buschtetz.

Barbecue meats at Whiskey Rose are wood-smoked for 11 hours each night before being served in the restaurant the next day. The pulled pork sandwich, brisket and ribs are among the most popular barbecue entrees at Whiskey

Rose. The Buschtetz family also enjoys providing customers with house-made barbecue sauce and dressings.

“Sauces, cornbread, mashed potatoes...we make all those ourselves,” says Buschtetz. “Fabrice is a French chef, so food is like the No. 1 important thing in our lives.”

When the Buschtetzs bought Whiskey Rose, they were impressed with the quality and variety of food. Therefore,

there are no plans to make sweeping changes to the menu.

“We’re very family oriented and kids eat free on Tuesdays and Sundays,” states Buschtetz.

All-you-can-eat fish on Fridays is also a popular draw. Normally the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, but during football season, Whiskey Rose serves breakfast on Sundays starting at 9 a.m. Some of the breakfast entrees include biscuits and gravy, French toast and Laura’s signature French crepes.

Guests at the restaurant can enjoy all the sports action on the many televisions at Whiskey Rose.

“How football works here and how the football season works there...we’re still learning the differences,” notes Buschtetz.

The family is embracing American football, though, and the fun and camaraderie the sport brings to Whiskey Rose.

There is live country or rock music and dancing every Friday and Saturday night and the slightly elevated stage makes it easy to view all the action. For the live music schedule or to catch up with the latest Whiskey Rose news, visit www.facebook.com/WRSChandler. Whiskey Rose Bar and Grill is located at 135 W. Ocotillo Rd., Chandler. Call (480) 895-7673 for additional information.

Lynette Carrington is a freelancer for the SanTan Sun News. She can be contacted at lynette@santansun.com

Keegan’s celebrates 25-year milestone

It’s rare for a locally owned restaurant to reach the 25-year mark. Keegan’s has done just that and its owners and founders Don Weissmueller and Paul Burdick are planning a celebration that includes commemorative T-shirts, locally brewed 25th anniversary craft beer, and 25-percent off every meal for a year for 25 lucky patrons. The event also features a visit from the iconic Budweiser Clydesdales.

Keegan’s events

The Budweiser Clydesdales will make an appearance at Keegan’s at 32nd Street and Camelback Road from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7. The uniformed delivery team and Dalmatian will trot to Keegan’s original location riding the famous red beer wagon that’s hitched to the eight-horse team.

Win a 25-percent discount at Keegan’s for a year. Visit Keegan’s at www.Keegansgrill.com through Nov. 30, to enter the restaurant’s 25th

Sovereign Health opens Chandler Women’s Treatment Center

More than two million women a year are victims of domestic violence, with a third of female trauma victims developing post-traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse issues, according to Sovereign Health.

The organization is opening a Chandler residential treatment center offering a specialized trauma track in addition to addiction, dual diagnosis, mental and behavioral health treatment exclusively for women. Set in a relaxing and safe location, the residential

treatment center provides a holistic approach to treatment as well as femalecentric activities and therapies.

Monica Powers, program director, says, “Sovereign Health’s Arizona location is one of the few in the country to focus on this underserved population and promote the safety and serenity of women-only treatment.”

Additional details are available at www.sovarizona.com, or call the 24/7 admissions hotline at (866) 948-9688.

anniversary sweepstakes. Twenty-five names will be randomly selected to win 25 percent off any meal at any Keegan’s location for a year.

Try Keegan’s 25th anniversary brew—a craft beer, specifically brewed by a local brewery for Keegan’s 25th anniversary, will be available at all of Keegan’s neighborhood locations on Nov. 7, and throughout the year.

Three places to celebrate Stop by any of the three locations: Keegan’s – Chandler, 1095 W. Queen Creek Rd., (480) 814-0003; Keegan’s – Ahwatukee, 4723 E. Ray Rd., (480) 705-0505; or Keegan’s – Phoenix, 3114 E. Camelback Rd., (602) 955-6616. For more information, visit www. keegansgrill.com.

Charming remodeled, low maintenance town home centrally located in Phoenix. Open and well lit spacious floor plan with family room, 2 large bedrooms, and 2 full baths. The Master bedroom is carpeted and the entire rest of the property is beautifully tiled. All of the walls are neutral paint and the home is spotless and waiting for you. The back yard has a covered patio and plenty of space to relax and entertain. The community has swimming pool and tennis courts and there are parks nearby as well. $191,500.

Chompie’s donates $13,677 to Playworks Arizona

October was anti-bullying month and Chompie’s, Arizona’s NY Deli, partnered with Playworks Arizona to help keep Phoenix playgrounds bully-free zones. As a result of that partnership, Chompie’s presented a check to Playworks Arizona for $13,677 on Oct. 23, topping last year’s donation of $11,282.

Playworks Arizona is a nonprofit organization that transforms recess by placing full time coaches at schools to teach the kids how to play together, resolve conflicts through rock-paper-scissors and how to be inclusive. The results are amazing, as bullying decreases, students feel safer and healthier, and students return to class ready to learn.

In 2013, Chompie’s and Playworks collaborated to create a new kids menu for Chompie’s that helps teach kids how to solve conflicts and promote inclusion within schools and on the recess yard. For every kids meal purchased from the new kids menu, as well as for every Chompie’s brand water bottle sold at the restaurant and deli, Chompie’s makes a donation to Playworks to help schools run much needed programs that teach kids to be inclusive and boost self-confidence.

The interactive and educational kids menu at Chompie’s offers 19 different breakfast, lunch and dinner kids meals, including a gluten-free

friendly section with menu items such as waffles, breakfast bagel skins (open halved GFF bagel filled with scrambled eggs, chopped bacon, green onions and potatoes, topped with cheddar cheese) and flatbread cheese pizza. The regular kids meals include all-time favorites like chicken fingers, French toast and cheeseburgers, plus a selection of sliders. The new menu also includes fun interactive learning games that teach sharing, inclusion and conflict resolution.

“This partnership with Chompie’s is the first of its kind in the nation for our organization,” says Chuck Warshaver, executive director of Playworks Arizona. “Chompie’s not only is making a donation for each kids meal purchased, but they allowed us to help design the menus to include games and activities focused on our core values of inclusion. We couldn’t ask for a more effective partnership to talk to kids and parents to help reduce bullying, increase teaching time and increase

physical activity in our schools.”

“We visited some of the schools using the Playworks program and were overwhelmed by the response from principals, teachers and students as to how successful the program is at reducing bullying and increasing teaching time for teachers thanks to fewer students being sent to the office for bad behavior and how the transition from recess to class time dramatically imp roved,” says Neal Borenstein, owner of Chompie’s.

A survey of teachers and administrators from the seven Phoenix area schools that participated in the program during the 2012-13 academic school year credit Playworks Arizona for:

• A 90 percent reduction in disciplinary incidents

• A 68 percent increase in academic success

• A 95 percent imp rovement in overall school climate

• 16 hours of recovered teaching time

To view the Chompie’s Kids menu and activities online visit www. chompies.com/breakfast-lunch-anddinner-menus/kids-menu/. For more information about Chompie’s Cares and Playworks go to www.chompies. com/chompies-cares/. Chompies in Chandler is located at 3481 W. Frye Rd.

Yoga workshops help improve mobility

Inner Vision Yoga recently announced two five-week workshop series designed specifically for people with limited mobility. Both workshops will be held at Inner Vision Yoga’s Chandler studio at 1949 W. Ray Rd, on the southeast corner of Dobson Road.

Chair Yoga is a five-week workshop series offered from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays Nov. 18 through Dec. 16. This is a supported healing class done entirely from any type of chair. This class emphasizes breath work, building a healing focus and meditation to promote a greater sense of well-being and stress relief. Practice includes a variety of stretching and strengthening poses designed to increase circulation and stability. This class is designed so participants work at their own pace and do things as they are able. A doctor’s medical release is highly encouraged. Cost is $25 if registered by Nov 11; $35 thereafter.

Healthy Spine and Core Restore is also a fiveweek workshop series offered from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursdays, Nov. 20 through Dec. 18. A gentle-based workshop that therapeutically restores core fitness, posture and flexibility and relieves back strain the class emphasizes deep breathing, stress release and healing. Done entirely while lying down, it is safe and effective, and encourages participants to be stronger and feel better. Cost is $25 if registered before Nov. 13; $35 thereafter.

For more information call (480) 632-7899 or visit www.InnerVisionYoga.com.