Chamberlain Orthodontics gives back to the community
BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON
Dr. Tom Chamberlain and his dedicated and caring staff are committed to providing clients with the highest quality orthodontic care. Taking it one step further, they are devoted to the local, national and global community.
“We like to be a good part of the community,” Chamberlain says. “Our niche is that we like to give back. We’re very giving to the schools and provide a lot of support to the arts programs in the schools. We’re involved with Pueblo Middle School and Bogle Junior High School with their arts programs, and we’re also involved with their sports programs, especially track and field.”
Each year, the office hosts a competition for free braces at Hamilton High School. This year, the contest is being extended to Chandler High School.
“We work with the social worker from the schools,” Chamberlain notes. “They work with the English teachers who ask for an essay from anyone looking for braces for free. It is a needbased program.”
The staff reads the essays, and the best one is chosen. The winner
receives free braces.
“We’re involved with Smiles Change Lives, a national program that gives free orthodontic cases away to
deserving families,” Chamberlain says.
“We’re one of only a few orthodontists in the state that participates.”
Through that program, Chamberlain Orthodontics gives away four sets of braces annually to children who cannot afford them.
“We’re committing to giving away free treatment for every case that we start,” Chamberlain says.
Cases could be abroad in places like Africa or Costa Rica where Chamberlain Orthodontics is going this September, or it may be provided locally through services like Mission of Mercy.
Affordable payment options for braces are available and tailored to suit individual financial situations.
Chamberlain Orthodontics has two locations in Chandler at 3800 W. Ray Rd., Suite 9, and 1055 W. Queen Creek Rd., Suite 5. Call (480) 448-2474 for additional information or visit www. smilestraight.com.
Lynette Carrington is a freelancer for the SanTan Sun News. She can be contacted at lynette@santansun.com
Career Connectors to hold event
Aug. 26
Career Connectors will hold its next event from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26, at Central Christian Church, 965 E. Germann Rd., Gilbert. Discover Career Connectors, a nonprofit organization connecting professionals to high quality resources and hiring companies. Events are available at no cost. 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) 442-5806, email contact@ careerconnectors.org or visit www. careerconnectors.org.
HELPING HAND: Dr. Tom Chamberlain of Chamberlain Orthodontics is devoted to his patients and to the community. Submitted photo
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My Sisters’ Charities Thrift Store benefits
BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON
My Sister’s Closet, My Sister’s Attic and Well Suited are known across the Valley for their reduced prices on gently used designer men’s and women’s apparel and furnishing.
The three sisters behind the consignment businesses have opened a charitable store that will serve their favorite charities and offer shoppers bargain basement prices. The soft opening was July 1, and the grand opening is Aug. 1.
Last year founder Ann Siner and her sisters—co-founder, Jenny Siner, along with head stylist and sister, Tess Loo—donated 32 percent of the net profits from the My Sister’s Closet stores to charity. Now, My Sisters’ Charities Thrift Store is specifically designated to serve the charitable trio’s favorite charities.
“For the grand opening on Aug. 1, we’re going to have a special offer for the first 50 people in line,” Ann Siner explains.
“They’re going to get a 50 percent off coupon that they can come back and use on a given day, and they will get 50 percent off everything they want to buy that day.”
Siner explains her organization has always donated its unsold goods to various thrift stores.
“Especially soft in our hearts are the animal organizations—the Arizona Humane Society, Friends of Animal Care and Control, HALO Animal Rescue and additionally, Fresh Start Women’s Foundation. Those are our four chosen charities,” Siner states.
“What we saw was that some thrift stores netted literally hundreds of thousands
of dollars from our donations, and some were not run very well...What triggered our thoughts was after doing retail for the past 23 years, we feel like—if we know anything— we know retail. We should be able to take the thrift store concept and make a lot of money for our chosen charities.”
Funds will also help a few other charities that assist animals, women, the environment and wildlife.
Unsold merchandise at My Sister’s Closet, My Sister’s Attic and Well Suited will go to My Sisters’ Charities Thrift Store to give shoppers a last chance at getting merchandise at bargain prices.
“My Sisters’ Charities Thrift Store will
offer the best selection and prices of any thrift store in the Valley, and the best part is shoppers won’t have to pay sales tax when making a purchase at the thrift store,” Siner notes.
The store will accept donations as well.
Fresh Start Women’s Foundation is happy to be a recipient of funds from the thrift store. Those funds will help its efforts Valleywide, including its programs and workshops that take place in Chandler at the Goodwill Career Center that assists women with economic self-sufficiency, personal development and education.
“We are grateful for the support from our long-standing partnership with My
Sister’s Closet and wish them every success in their new endeavor,” says Susan Berman, president and CEO of Fresh Start Women’s Foundation.
My Sister’s Charities Thrift Store is located at 4985 S. Alma School Rd. at Chandler Heights Road. Call (480) 775-5282 or visit www.mysisterscharities.com for additional information.
Lynette Carrington is a freelancer for the SanTan Sun News. She can be contacted at lynette@santansun.com
FINDING A BARGAIN: My Sisters’ Charities Thrift Store will offer bargain basement pricing on a variety of merchandise, with funds going to select local charities. Submitted photo
FAVORITE CHARITIES: A variety of charities that assist women, pets, the environment and wildlife will benefit from items sold at My Sisters’ Charities Thrift Store. Submitted photo
Doing Business
ProPlastic Technology
Owners: Jeffrey and Sandra Finkbeiner
How long in business: Since 1999
Specialty: Design and fabrication of wet process equipment.
Unique features: Builds plating shop equipment and ponds for the algaeproducing industry.
Unique features: Service from Casa Grande to Carefree
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, by appointment only
Saturdays
Address: 3923 W. Quail Ave., Glendale
Phone: (480) 206-1302
Chandler Business Alliance meets Thursdays at BLD
The Chandler Business Alliance meets every Thursday at BLD, 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler. All member and guest businesses will be allowed to present themselves to other local businesses that care about Chandler from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The meeting includes information about Chandler events and causes.
The SanTan Sun News would like to welcome new area businesses or existing ones that may be new to our readers.
Submit information about your business for a “Doing Business” mini-business profile in an upcoming issue of our publication, which is distributed to 35,000 homes, racks and boxes on the first and third Saturdays of the month.
Please include all of the following items: Name of business, name of owner(s), how long the business has existed, unique features, hours of operation, address, telephone number, website, email address. Also include an at least 300 dpi photo of the business owner or logo.
A professional business coalition, the Chandler Business Alliance, is dedicated to the economic and social development of its members and the Chandler community as a whole. The alliance’s mission is accomplished through establishing a network of businesses owned and or operated by members of Chandler neighborhoods. The mission’s commitment is demonstrated through patronage, referral and recommendation of fellow members.
Donate books for Cops ‘n’ Kids
Drop off
books
for
Cops
‘n’
Kids
Chandler through Thursday, July 31, at two Chandler Business Alliance donation locations or at its weekly Thursday morning meeting.
Foothills Sports Medicine, 3500 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 101, and Chandler and Academy Mortgage Corporation, 1750 N. Northrup Blvd., Suite 230, Chandler, are the two drop
Word of Mouth
off locations.
Individuals who have a large number of books to drop off, or have questions, can call (480) 567-4660.
The collection will include children’s books from newborn to 13 years of age. The alliance asks that individuals check their bookshelves or purchase a few books to donate to the cause.
For more information about Chandler Business Alliance, visit www. chandleralliance.com.
For more information about Cops ‘n’ Kids, contact President Roger Bonngard at (480) 223-3958 or email copsnkidsch@gmail.com.
Nish Shah, D.M.D., M.D.
Three real estate associates named to 40 Under 40
REALTOR: Deena Harris, a Realtor with RE/MAX Infinity, was named to the Young Professional Network’s 2014 40 Under 40. Submitted photo
RE/MAX Infinity carries on its successful reputation in greater Phoenix as three of its associates were named to the Young Professional Network’s 2014 40 Under 40. Deena Harris, Lisa Whyte and Mike Widmer were honored among Chandler’s networked professionals who strive to enhance their communities.
“This serves as a testament to the proactive culture we’ve created at RE/ MAX Infinity, and it’s incredible to see our associates take part in leadership roles in the Chandler business community,” says Bill Ryan, RE/MAX Infinity broker/ owner. “The YPN’s 40 Under 40 recognition is based on premier service, both in the real estate world and our community; any homebuyer or seller would be lucky to work with such dedicated and passionate real estate agents.”
The annual distinction is presented by YPN, a program of the Southeast Valley Regional Association of Realtors. It assists industry professionals in excelling in their careers by providing necessary tools and encouragement to become involved in four core areas: Realtor associations, the real estate industry as a whole, peers and communities.
REALTOR: Lisa Whyte, a Realtor with RE/MAX Infinity, was named to the Young Professional Network’s 2014 40 Under 40. Submitted photo
Harris discovered her passion for real estate 13 years ago after earning an interior design degree. She then worked for a prominent homebuilder before earning her real estate license in 2007 and has been successful in her career. Harris specializes in residential real estate for firsttime homebuyers and maintains 90 percent referral-based business. She also is a member of SEVRAR.
Whyte followed in her family’s footsteps, earning her real estate license nearly 10 years ago. She specializes in residential real estate in the East Valley and is a member of National Association of Realtors, Arizona Association of Realtors and SEVRAR. Just recently, Whyte launched an office program to help raise awareness for sick and injured children at
REALTOR: Michael Widmer, a Realtor with RE/MAX Infinity, was named to the Young Professional Network’s 2014 40 Under 40. Submitted photo
the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Widmer’s interest in real estate began as a teenager after watching investment shows, and he discovered the industry was a natural fit after moving to Arizona. He earned his real estate license in 2002 and hasn’t slowed down. Widmer understands that clients value an agent with integrity and specializes as a residential buyer’s agent for first-time homebuyers. He also is a member of National Association of Realtors, Arizona Association of Realtors and SEVRAR.
RE/MAX Infinity consists of 81 Realtors and was awarded brokerage of the year, large market, for the RE/MAX Southwest Region in April as a testament to its continued successes in the previous year.
For more information about Harris, Whyte, Widmer or RE/MAX Infinity, visit www.arizonainfinity.com or call (480) 821-4232.
RE/MAX Infinity is a locally owned and operated full service real estate brokerage located in metropolitan Phoenix.
Chandler clinic announces new technology of giving shots
Chiropractor Dr. Radman Rahiminejad, D.C., announces the use of new technology for delivering shots in his Chandler BackFit Health + Spine Clinic. The technology uses a needleless system for delivering subcutaneous injections in patients.
“Chandler residents no longer need to worry about their fears of needles,” Rahiminejad says. “But that’s only part of the benefit this technology brings to the table.”
Many people, according to Rahiminejad, consider getting shots as an unpleasant experience. The BackFit Health + Spine Clinic believes the solution for changing the way people view shots can be found in the Biojector 2000.
The Biojector represents the latest available technology for shots today and Rahiminejad says his onsite physician is excited to offer it to local patients.
“Needle fears are no laughing matter,” says Rahiminejad. “There are many patients who skip treatments that could greatly improve their quality of life because of a fear of needles. The Biojector device removes that fear from the equation. Biojector treatments are administered by a certified professional at our clinics, and I have heard patients talk about how grateful they are that we offer this technology.”
One risk for health care professionals is the risk of nicks or accidental needle pricks. Since this device has no needle or sharp edges, Rahiminejad emphasizes it simply does not pose that particular risk.
For patients, in addition to eliminating the fear factor associated with needles and other sharp objects, Rahiminejad says the Biojector also represents a reduced risk of cross contamination and increased accuracy of dosage measurements.
“The tool eliminates techniquerelated difficulties often associated with the administration of shots,” says Rahiminejad. “You no longer have to worry about shots that go well with one technician and then seem to miss their target completely with another.”
Currently, the Biojector tool isn’t available for all medical needs; it is revolutionizing pain management treatment in chiropractor clinics throughout Arizona, including the BackFIt Health + Spine Clinics. People interested in learning more about the Biojector tool and its practical uses for needle-free pain management should contact BackFit Health + Spine at (888) 667-5235.
BackFit Health + Spine also offers chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, spinal decompression, physical therapy and more at its Phoenix-area locations.
First Credit Union celebrates 85th anniversary
First Credit Union is marking its 85th anniversary with a new look and a promotion that gives back to its members.
The Chandler-based credit union has unveiled a new, updated logo that honors its long history. Additionally, FCU is giving 85 members up to $85 each during a special summer-long promotion.
“In celebration of our 85th anniversary, we took the opportunity to refresh our tagline and introduce a new logo,” says Jay Curtis, FCU president and CEO. “The previous logo, depicting the sun rising over a mesa, was introduced in the early 1980s and seemed ready to evolve. The new logo, while fresh and modern, gives a nod to its predecessor with the retention of the sun.”
FCU’s new tagline is “Trusted Solutions Since 1929.”
Random drawings will be held weekly during the promotion. No purchase is necessary.
Complete details and official rules, including how to participate without making a purchase, is available at www. firstcu.net.
“For 85 years, FCU has existed to serve the community and our members,” Curtis says. “Our growth and longevity are attributed to solid financial principals, community service and our commitment to put members first.”
First Credit Union was established by a group of U.S. Border Patrol Agents in 1929. Since then, FCU has grown to more than 41,000 members and more that $415 million in assets. FCU offers membership to persons who live, work and worship within a 10-mile radius of any First Credit Union branch. The field of membership also includes immediate family members of a current member, household members, employees or retirees of FCU select employer groups and member referrals.
The 85 chances to get the $85 promotion is open to all members. A total of 85 debit or credit card transactions will be randomly selected and the purchase amount, up to $85, will be credited back to the corresponding member’s account. Every time members use their eligible First Credit Union Visa debit or credit card for purchases during the promotional period, which runs until Friday, Sept. 5, there is another chance to receive up to $85 to pay for their purchase.
Stay busy with the Chandler Chamber of Commerce this summer
The Chandler Chamber of Commerce offers great networking opportunities for businesses in the community through events and groups each month.
Free Small Business Counseling
Every Monday, Tuesday and Friday, Small Business Counseling is offered at various times, depending on appointments. The counseling is free and open to the community.
Experienced business counselors offer advice, knowledge and insight to help individuals start or grow their business. The appointmentonly counseling, which is offered on Mondays and Tuesdays, is at the chamber office, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201. The Maricopa Community Colleges’ Arizona Small Business Development Center network provides the counseling.
Schedule an appointment by contacting the Chandler Chamber of Commerce.
Leads Groups connect members
The Chandler Chamber of Commerce Leads Groups have been created to help business members network and grow their businesses. Basically, a Leads Group is a business referral network that helps businesses interact and network. As a member of one of the Leads Groups, members will have the opportunity to develop sources and
contacts that can help generate sales for business. Allowed two free visits before deciding whether or not to join that group. For more information email info@chandlerchamber.com.
Success Dynamics Leads Group
7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Monday, July 21 and 28
Brunchies, 17 E. Boston St., Chandler.
Chandler Business Connection Leads Group
7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 22 and 29
Chandler Business Connection Leads Group is connecting businesses one meeting at a time.
BLD, 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler.
Ribbon cuttings
Join Structura Body Therapies, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, July 19, for a ribboncutting and anniversary celebration with refreshments at 1600 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 250, Chandler.
Studio East will have a ribbon cutting and refreshments from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, at 2551 W. Queen Creek Rd., Suite 3, Chandler. Intermountain Staffing will be hosting a ribbon cutting with refreshments from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 24, at 1110 W. Southern Ave., Suite 111, Mesa.
How We Stand Member Input Meetings
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 22 and 29 and Thursday, July 24
How We Stand Member Input Meetings are held various Tuesdays and Thursdays for the month of July. These public policy meetings will be discussing different City of Chandler Issues. Topics for next three meetings: Growth and Land Use and Economic Vitality and Expansion; Affordable Insurance and Healthcare; and Transportation. Chandler Chamber members are welcome to attend and participate. Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201, Chandler.
Chandler Chamber Lunch Club
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 21
The Chandler Chamber Lunch Club is for anyone who would like to attend and help support member businesses. The goal of the Chandler Chamber Lunch Club is to network and promote each business while having a great meal at one of our hometown restaurants. Lunch Club meets at different Chandler chamber restaurants and
promotes each other’s businesses while networking and getting to know new friends. Everyone eats lunch; why not support community businesses at the same time? Join for some networking over lunch and help support a chamber member restaurant. Exchange business cards and brochures. Bring a door prize. Bring a guest. Bring an appetite. Old Spaghetti Factory, 3155 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler.
Member Welcome Breakfast
7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Thursday, July 24
Members who would like to introduce a new employee, learn more about the chamber, and would like to meet other chamber members and those interested in becoming a chamber member are invited to the Member Welcome Breakfast. Feel free to bring business cards and brochures to share. Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201, Chandler.
Contact the Chamber
The Chandler Chamber of Commerce is at 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201. Unless otherwise specified, for more information and to register for these programs, 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.
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
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
“BILTMORE BUYS OR LOANS ON ANYTHING YOU OWN”
New Gilbert chamber programs to be offered this September Chandler entrepreneurs honored
Area business people looking to get involved in an academy or institute this September can find something at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, which is launching programs for businesses and student entrepreneurs.
Employee Benefit Exchange to sponsor new chamber program
Employee Benefit Exchange has teamed up with the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce to sponsor a new program called the Business Academy. The Business Academy is designed to help professionals who feel they need or want to take the next steps in their career or for their business.
“It is a great opportunity to partner with the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce to provide an opportunity for business professionals to go further and reach higher to accomplish their
goals,” says EBX Vice President Constance Lemere. The course is nine months long and will offer classes on goals, business planning and finance, marketing and sales, team building, internships, succession strategies and much more.
Cost is $150. For more information or to register, visit www.gilbertaz.com/BA.
EBX provides corporate and small businesses with affordable insurance.
Recently, EBX President Phil Bobadilla and Lemere became certified to help businesses understand their options and responsibilities under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
To obtain this certification, they
completed a specialized course offered through the National Association of Health Underwriters.
Business Academy to begin Sept. 12
Business Academy will guide solo and entrepreneurs through all aspects of business and personal goal-setting during this new academy that will begin Friday, Sept. 12.
The academy will include workshops and mastermind sessions during meetings held twice a month to cover such topics as business planning, marketing, staffing and succession plans.
Visit www.gilbertchamber.com for an electronic application.
Nine-month Student Entrepreneur Institute to start in September
High school juniors and seniors can participate in a nine-month program that is designed to inspire and adopt entrepreneurial endeavors by bringing education, collaboration and visibility to student business owners. Student Entrepreneur Institute is a chamber program slotted to begin in September. Electronic applications can be found at www.gilbertaz.com/SEI.
Allstate announced four Chandler business owners and involved citizens as Allstate Premier Agencies in 2014.
Those include Jim Kaup, 565 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 218, (480) 8212763; Joe Kittelson, 1351 N. Alma School Rd., Suite 160, (480) 545-8877; Kevin Lum, 5055 W. Ray Rd., Suite 22, (480) 883-8798; and Jacque Riggs, 3160 S. Gilbert Rd., Suite 4, (480) 8837776.
The Allstate Premier Agency designation is bestowed on less than 48 percent of Allstate’s nearly 10,000 agency owners across the country. This designation is presented by Allstate agency owners for their outstanding business performance and commitment to putting customers at the center of their agency’s work.
“The Premier Agency designation is not only about our agents’ successful business results,” says Jim Turner, regional sales leader for Allstate. “The honor also demonstrates our agencies’ commitment to taking care of customers and helping them protect what matters most.”
