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COVER STORY: Rosenblum
Realty*
 Real Estate is a Family Tradition
For more than 50 years and through
three generations, Rosenblum Realty has been providing Huntsville and the
North Alabama area with professional and personal real estate services.
Owner Carey Rosenblum oversees the family-owned company and continues to
stick to its values of building solid relationships with its clients.
"Our variety of services provide
residential, property management, and commercial real estate services,"
Carey says. "We work hard to provide a level of real estate expertise that
yields less stress for the client and lets them know we are someone they can
rely on throughout the transaction without any surprises."
The family began its real estate
endeavors with Carey’s grandfather, Tom Rosenblum, in 1957. Tom worked his
way up for 30 years at the Lincoln Textile Mills before changing careers to
selling real estate for Kelly and Summers Realty. After a couple of years,
he partnered with Jess Brooks to form Brooks & Rosenblum and worked at the
company until he passed away in 1968. Carey’s father, Tommy, who was also a
real estate agent for the company and a minister at a local Church of
Christ, separated out from the partnership in 1971 to form Rosenblum Realty,
Inc. Tommy, along with his wife, Barbara, both were brokers, and worked for
a number of years together in the business. Then in 1976, Carey began his
real estate career with the family after graduating from David Lipscomb
University with a degree in Business Administration and took over the
company in 1989.
Services at Rosenblum Realty are
anchored on residential real estate, but cover property management,
commercial real estate, and raw land investments. "Our forte is in servicing
homeowners that are moving up or out from their first home to their third or
fourth, as well as a distinguished property management division," Carey
says. "Our division helps clients meet any interim needs for a home and also
help clients lease, rent, and manage a property."
Over the years, Rosenblum Realty has
remained strong, and Carey contributes the success to working through the
good and bad times and retaining top-quality agents that reflect the
company’s vision. Staff members work on the client’s behalf, explaining how
everything works, and are there for the client via phone, e-mail, or in
person. "We have 27 agents on staff and additional support personnel," he
states. "Our people are trained and receive continuing education and
in-house training for the highest-quality service."
Rosenblum Realty also provides the
latest technological advances to better serve its clients. "Gone are the
days of the three-ring binder my father used to keep," Carey says. "Today we
now have the Internet, our web site, automated e-mails with listings, and
excellent marketing tools, such as flyers and open houses. What’s new at
Rosenblum Realty is audio and video clips of properties that can be
downloaded quickly."
Carey, who holds GRI, CRS, and ABR
certifications, and his staff are involved in local organizations and
charities, such as Habitat for Humanity, The Exchange Club of Huntsville,
Better Business Bureau of North Alabama, Huntsville-Madison County Chamber
of Commerce, Madison Chamber of Commerce and the Huntsville-Madison County
Home Builders Association. Throughout his career, Carey has received many
accolades, such as State Top 40 Realtors under 40 yrs of age in 1993, and
Huntsville REALTOR of the Year in 2004.
What Carey is most proud of is being
able to find the solution that’s right for each client’s real estate needs.
"Knowing that you accomplished what folks wanted when you started out, and
that you did in an honest and straightforward manner is what we are most
proud of in our business throughout our three generations in the Rosenblum
family," he states.
For more information, contact
Rosenblum Realty at (256) 539-9501,
office@rosenblumrealty.com,
www.rosenblumrealty.com, or at its office located at 2314 South Memorial
Parkway in Huntsville, AL.
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Office Furniture Outlet*
 Office Furniture
Outlet Introduces Three New Lines of Furniture
Owner Niles Prestage of Office Furniture Outlet recently
contracted with a furniture manufacturer in China to build Office Furniture
Outlet’s own line of office furniture. One of the three new lines is the
Jacob line, named after Niles’ grandson, that is a high-quality, affordable
line of laminate furniture built especially for Office Furniture Outlet.
"We’re excited about the individuality of the furniture, plus it’s
inexpensive," General Manager Tim Hastings says. "It should appeal to almost
all of our customers."
DX and Aspenhome are the other two additional furniture
lines that just arrived at Office Furniture Outlet. DX is also manufactured
in China and specializes in affordable wood furniture. Aspenhome started 27
years ago as a small, family owned home entertainment business based in
Phoenix, AZ. It has grown to a full-line furniture company specializing in
dining, home office, home entertainment, leather seating, and occasional
furnishings. This year’s entertainment line features "Thin Is In," playing
off the latest electronic thin screen technology.
The warehouse at Office Furniture Outlet is stocked full
of other famous name brand manufacturers, such as Paoli, Hooker, Riverside,
IFI, Jasper Desk, Globe, HON, and Steelcase, just to name a few. Customers
will find both contemporary and traditional styles of office furniture, home
furniture, chairs, sofas, conference tables, bookcases, and accessories. All
are in stock and ready to move.
Select from hundreds of chairs finished in leather or
fabric. Styles range from ergonomic to Berkline to antique reproduction to
contemporary. Accessorize with beautifully framed artwork, silk plants,
lamps, desk picture frames, and much more. Prices are sometimes 75% less
than original retail prices because most of the inventory is purchased in
bulk from close-outs.
No matter how large or small the budget, the professional
staff at Office Furniture Outlet provides each customer with concrete
solutions for his or her needs. Arrangements can be made for the safe and
secure delivery of each purchase. Call Office Furniture Outlet at (256)
882-9999 or visit the web site at
www.officefurnitureoutlet.com.
Better yet, stop by the showroom anytime Monday through Friday from 9am to
6pm. Make sure to ask about the Jacob Series when you stop by the showroom
just south of Lowe’s at 11507 South Memorial Parkway.
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Creative Catering*
 David King of Creative Catering Brings a "Hands-on"
Approach to Every Catered Event
Since June 1998, Owner David King of Creative Catering
has ensured his clients quality food and service by using a hands-on
approach for every catered event. "I’ve always been directly involved in
every catering event because it ensures the quality of food and service that
keep customers happy and coming back," King says.
King’s approach applies to all facets of an event, such
as the initial meeting and booking, ordering and preparing of the food,
serving of the meal, and clean-up. "I ensure the best-tasting food because
I’m stirring the pot; the cleanest dishes because I’m washing the plates;
the cleanest floors because I’m doing the sweeping; and the truck being
loaded properly…both going and coming…because I’m doing the loading," he
states.
King’s dedication to his clients has helped his business
grow, year after year. In 2006, Creative Catering served almost 20,000
guests. His direct involvement in every catering event has enabled him to
develop solid, on-going relationships with his clients. He will serve any
size event, from a three-couple private dinner in a home to a
1,000-plus-person event on-site for a corporation. "Somehow, some way, my
hands are involved in every event," King says.
Creative Catering provides a variety of services for any
size corporate, civic, or nonprofit catered event. It will create
continental breakfasts, lunches, snacks, picnic meals, or served dinners. In
addition, Creative Catering will cater special events like weekly or monthly
business/civic meetings, ribbon-cutting extravaganzas, or holiday parties.
Creative Catering also helps out-of-town businesses and organizations with
their events and will travel outside of the greater Huntsville area. King
and his staff provide a monthly meal for a school in Jackson County, Alabama
and recently served a seated dinner for 500 in Scottsboro, Alabama and a
breakfast for 800 in Decatur, Alabama. Creative Catering has even gone to
Auburn, Alabama to cater a wedding reception.
King also promises hands-on creativity by developing a
blueprint for your event, customizing menus, and providing guidance and
suggestions with American and ethnic cuisine for weddings, backyard
barbeques, corporate meals, or any special occasion. As the exclusive
caterer for The Wedding Group in Huntsville, King and his staff work hard to
make your special day memorable. "Regardless of the size of the wedding, our
commitment to our client is to bring professionalism, culinary skill, and
hard work to the event," he explains. "As a result of that commitment, we’ve
been privileged to touch the lives of our clients in a special way on their
special day."
King adds, "We continue to serve our now-famous signature
items at many weddings…Carve-to-order stations featuring pork tenderloin,
turkey breast, roast beef and ham, as well as hand-cut filet mignon steaks
wrapped in bacon." And what continues to set Creative Catering apart?
Service! "What goes hand-in-hand with the quality of our food is the quality
of our service," King states. "We have a friendly staff that is dedicated to
their work and to pleasing our customers."
In 2007, Creative Catering will continue to flourish by
enhancing its exquisite table décor through upgrades of their edible fruit
and vegetable garnishes, new table centerpieces and their client-pleasing
displays of food and beverages. King comments, "This year, as in the past,
you’ll see the same quality of food and service we’ve always been known to
provide. It will just be more beautiful!"
Creative Catering is located at 611 Winchester Road. For a hands-on
approach to your catered event, contact Creative Catering at (256) 851-1926
or online at www.creativecater.com.
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Enfinger Steele Development*
 ESD is Huntsville’s most prominent developer
of award-winning communities. Jeff Enfinger, the company’s founder, has more
than twenty-five years of experience in residential development and is the
company’s visionary and planner. Sandra Steele has served as president of
the company since 1998. She brings a background in business management,
marketing, and construction. "We have an exceptional team of driven
professionals, and what we consider to be one of the top management teams in
the business," says Steele. ESD continues to lead the way in developing with
its three new premier communities…McMullen Cove, Grove Park and
MidTowne on the Park.
McMullen Cove is a magnificent canvas of mountain
views, rolling hills and meadows along the Flint River. "It’s the prettiest
parcel of land I’ve ever worked with," Enfinger said, "We may never have the
opportunity again to develop a parcel of land like McMullen Cove. The
combination of the cove and the mountain land makes this truly a unique
property." Located within minutes of downtown Huntsville, this community
offers more than 12 miles of walking trails and 1,500 acres of private park
lands preserved for the enjoyment of its residents for generations to come.
McMullen Cove offers homebuyers the combination of
elegant custom homes and spectacular amenities. The community’s design
encourages preservation and compliments the beauty of the natural
environment…nature trails, mountain views, waterfalls, wildlife and tranquil
lakes.
"The Builders Guild of McMullen Cove includes some of the
most well respected builders in our area," says Steele. Among the homes now
under construction in the community is the Huntsville Madison County
Builders Association’s 2007 Showcase Home.
Offering a life of balance and well being, The Club at
McMullen Cove will feature a wellness spa, an indoor heated pool, a library,
and a ballroom. By building your home in such a magnificent place, you will
have the use of hundreds of acres beyond your own homesite.
ESD announces its newest community, Grove Park,
a townhome village. Located adjacent to Liberty Middle School in Madison,
Grove Park is surrounded by a 25 acre nature park and is designed to
preserve open spaces and trees. The private setting of the community serves
as a backdrop for the historic architecture of the homes.
Balconies, porches and terraces enhance the connection to
the outdoors. The neighborhood pool and cabana will encourage gatherings
with friends and families and further promote an outdoor lifestyle.
Coming Soon...MidTowne on the Park, an urban
community located adjacent to Research Park, is designed to offer a
comfortable and convenient lifestyle while bringing back the traditional
value of being good neighbors. The pedestrian friendly design features
sidewalks and walking trail and preserves more than one-third of the land
for green space. This exciting new development will feature homes, townhomes
and condominiums.
ESD’s commitment to being stewards of the environment
continues by balancing land use with preservation as each new community is
introduced. "Our philosophy is always the same–to serve our customer–and
that means creating the very best communities," says Steele. For more
information about ESD communities – visit their web site -
www.esd.net.
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Woodland Homes of Huntsville, Inc.*
 Simply the Best of Everything
As a locally and nationally honored company, Woodland
Homes of Huntsville provides clients with simply the best of everything!
Founders Mike and Melissa Friday and their staff of professionals are
committed to setting the highest possible standards in every area of the
business. The company’s commitment to the best standards for design, value,
selection, and customer service has been acknowledged with many industry
accolades: nationally noted with "Fast Track" status the last five
consecutive years from Builders Magazine and recognized as a
2-10 Elite Builder in North Alabama; locally awarded four consecutive first
place blue ribbons in the annual Parade of Homes sponsored by the
Huntsville-Madison County Home Builders Association; and recognized as a
finalist in the Small Business Awards from the Huntsville/Madison County
Chamber of Commerce.
Woodland Homes of Huntsville provides a vast selection of
locations, floor plans, and amenities within its unique communities and
townhouse neighborhoods. From castle-like havens in Bishop Farms to wooded
home sites throughout Greystone II, Woodland Homes of Huntsville has built
top-notch communities in Monrovia, as well as the vacation-at-home design of
the Shadow Brook community in Harvest. Across Madison, it offers communities
ranging in styles and prices. These communities include Walden IV with a
wildlife conservancy, lake, pool, and clubhouse…and The Village at Walden
Preserve and Walden Preserve that exhibit the appearance of woodland
seclusion while being just minutes from the heart of Madison. On the western
side of Madison, Whitworth Farms and Whitworth Gardens promise elegance and
convenience.
Celebrating more than a decade of award-winning home
construction, Woodland Homes is also offering two new townhouse communities.
Woodmill Trace and Indian Creek Townhomes continue the company’s mission of
providing simply the best of everything with two unique settings designed to
provide a low-maintenance, carefree lifestyle which is ideal for today’s
working professionals and single parents.
Woodland Homes has moved up to a whole new level with a
lakefront community called Lake Pointe at Goose Pond to the south in
Guntersville, AL. This retreat-like locality offers homes designed by Clem
Burch with stacked stone foundations and fireplaces, oversized and covered
porches, and two-story observation decks, among many other features. These
houses are designed to provide comfort and radiate elegance with the
standard minimum 10-foot ceilings, fireplaces, soft exterior colors, and
detached garages. "I am so excited about our Lake Pointe at Goose Pond
development that I am building a home there for my family," Friday says.
As Woodland Homes strives to be the best in all it
provides to clients, it will offer a new design center at its corporate
office. "This year we will be offering, at our corporate headquarters in
Madison, a design center to assist our clients in selecting the latest and
greatest enhancements for their home," Friday points out. "Woodland Homes of
Huntsville has a consistent vision for developing its communities and
benefiting its clients. We will provide simply the best of everything."
Contact Woodland Homes of Huntsville at (256) 830-9000 or
online at www.woodlandhomes.com.
The company’s headquarters is located at 7545-A Highway 72 West in Madison.
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Fowler Auction and Real Estate Service, Inc.*
30 Years of Continued Growth
Over the last 30 years, the staff at Fowler Auction and
Real Estate Service, Inc. have helped clients obtain the most for their
property with full-service auction services for residential and personal
property, business liquidations, and commercial, industrial, and farm
equipment. Chief Executive Officer/President and Auctioneer, Mickey Fowler
continues to see the company grow in Alabama, Tennessee, and Georgia, along
with his clients’ profits. "2006 proved to be the most profitable year yet
for our clients," Mickey states. "We sold more homes and moved more acreage
for more dollars than ever before."
Fowler’s auctioning services in the Tennessee Valley has
increased as more people are realizing that the company can bring them top
dollar for their property. "Land prices in our region have increased 50% in
the last year and over 100% in the last five years," Mickey says. "Auctions
always bring more money for undeveloped land because land is getting
scarce."
According to Chief Financial Officer Betsye Fowler
Spencer, the company has conducted real estate auctions that earned almost
$20 million dollars in 2006. The facts speak for themselves: 51
homes/commercial properties and 1,640 acres sold, which translates to
over $16.5 million earned for Fowler Auction clients.
Today, 90% of Fowler’s auctions are real estate, and they
make the sale of residential or commercial property stress free. "We handle
every detail," Betsye says. In addition to its outstanding services, Fowler
Auction’s web site is user friendly with detailed information on upcoming
auctions.
As a result of Fowler Auction’s success, it has expanded
its auctioneer staff with Daniel Culps and Steve Butler. Culps may be a
newly licensed auctioneer, but he has been with the company since he was 14,
performing every kind of task imaginable. In the last two years, Culps has
coordinated outside marketing for Fowler Auction. Butler, who’s licensed in
Alabama and Tennessee, joins Fowler Auction with 11 years of experience.
Additional auctioneers that have helped Fowler Auction grow include Mickey’s
older brother Harold Fowler, Keith McDaniel, Joe Maddox, and Mickey himself.
"I still get real excited doing an auction!" Mickey exclaims. "Often, I just
know the final price-range of property. It is a combination of my training,
my experience, and my gift."
Customer satisfaction is a testament to Fowler Auction’s
continued growth. "I have many repeat clients," Mickey explains, "and often
they are different generations of the same family." Client Gary Page states,
"Fowler Auction has held two auctions for me over the past months, with a
very good turnout. The quality of the buyers, as well as the price received
for the properties, were more than we expected. I highly recommend Fowler
Auction for selling property and assets." Client Marie Hurst says, "The
Fowler Auction staff is great! They took all the stress out of selling our
property." And client James Newby says, "Mickey took the estate and handled
it from start to finish. I didn’t have to do anything. Mickey Fowler has the
most experience in auctions of anyone I know, and he does a good job. He
knows the market and he can almost tell you what it’s going to bring before
he sells it."
For an auction and real estate services company with
proven growth over 30 years, contact Fowler Auction and Real Estate Service,
Inc. at (256) 420-4454 or (866) 293-0157,
info@fowlerauction.com, or visit
www.fowlerauction.com.
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Russ Russell Commercial Real Estate*
 RusSELLS Another: Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence
Russ Russell Commercial Real Estate is proud to be
celebrating its 20th year of business in the Huntsville area.
Owner Russ Russell started the business in November 1987 with a simple
vision: taking commercial real estate to a new level of excellence. When
Russ first started out, he recalls just having the basics in his office. "My
original office was located on Sparkman Drive," Russ says. "I had a desk,
chair, and a telephone!"
Even as small as the company was back then, Russ stuck to
his ideals of honest and fair business practices to help clients realize
their full potential … and he still does so today. "We follow the National
Association of REALTORS Code of Ethics," he states. "Our mission defines
everything we do, from the message in our advertising to the reasons we sell
commercial real estate. Our passion for this business benefits our clients
and we strive to provide them with the best solutions while diminishing
their risks and maximizing their profits."
Russ Russell Commercial Real Estate’s business philosophy
is to be straightforward with the client. "We’re not necessarily the
biggest, but we’re the best," Russ explains. "We strive to treat every
person we encounter with the dignity they deserve. Another company value we
have has three simple words: teamwork, excellence, and leadership. We feel
this speaks volumes about how our company wants to be perceived and how it
goes about earning its reputation."
The three primary services Russ offers are leasing,
sales, and tax deferred exchanges of commercial properties. Other available
services are brokerage, investments, and broker price opinions. As the
first, and reportedly still the only agent in Alabama to earn the Certified
Commercial Investment Member, Specialist of Industrial and Office REALTORS,
and Certified Exchange Advisor, he provides clients with high-caliber
expertise in the commercial property arena.
As a Huntsville native, Russ’ familiarity with the area
gives clients an advantage when purchasing a place for their business or
investment. "I know what will and won’t work," he says. "I know what my
clients need to look for: primarily growth areas, visibility, and traffic
patterns." Russ’ passion for this business benefits his clients, as well. He
strives to provide them with the best solutions, while diminishing their
risks and maximizing their profits.
Russ and the team at Russ Russell Commercial Real Estate
work with more than 1,300 REALTORS, commercial loan officers, and attorneys.
"Our business integrity is present throughout the deepest layers of our
company and not just at its surface," Russ states. "We consistently try and
demonstrate ethical judgment and practice the highest level of social
conduct."
The company’s mission is more than just words. It is the
foundation upon which Russ has built the company over the last 20 years.
"The combination of insight, knowledge, experience, and integrity has become
the solid foundation on which we build the relationships with our clients,"
he says. "We are committed to helping our clients build profitable
investment portfolios."
For a company that has lived by its code of ethics for 20
years, contact Russ Russell Commercial Real Estate at (256) 536-7777 or stop
by the office located at 923-C Merchants Walk from 8am to 5pm Monday through
Friday, or online at
www.russrussell.com.
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The Heritage Club*
 Private, Personalized,
and Polished
The Heritage Club in downtown Huntsville is the premier
private dining club in North Alabama for business and social entertaining,
honoring the past, celebrating the present, and looking forward to the
future with personal, polished service.
Since 1984, The Heritage Club has been the area’s unique
private club because of its downtown setting. Members feel at home as they
are greeted warmly by name, and food is carefully prepared to their tastes.
General Manager Richard Salazar praises the Heritage Club’s Members as the
main reason why it has flourished. "Who would have thought that after 23
years, The Heritage Club would still be so strong in the community," Salazar
says. "Our success can be attributed to our loyal Members."
At The Heritage Club, the motto is "The Member Is King"!
The Heritage Club members and guests from the Huntsville community enjoy
superb cuisine in a comfortable environment ideal for business activities
and social entertaining. The facility is located downtown in the historic
Everett Building. Amenities include formal dining room, seven private event
rooms, members bar, and hospitality lounge featuring complimentary
beverages. Business and concierge services are also available, including
videoconferencing and wireless service. For private events, the Heritage
Club provides a dedicated private event planner, Teresa White, for either
business or social activities. "The Club is special because it’s a dining
and entertainment destination where guests receive special treatment,
special service, and special food in an upscale/high-quality environment,"
says Scott McClain, The Heritage Club’s Chairman of the Board.
The Heritage Club also offers an exceptional menu,
featuring daily breakfast and lunch buffets to accommodate the need for
quick, quality service during the working day. Then things slow to a more
relaxed pace for the evening meals, featuring tableside preparation of such
member favorites as Steak Diane, Bananas Fosters, Flaming Irish coffee, and
Coffee Diablo.
As it has done in the past, The Heritage Club looks
forward to greeting those moving to Huntsville with the next group of BRAC
arrivals and making these newest residents feel at home. "With the BRAC
transfers over the next several years, the Heritage Club will play an
important role in our community as we provide a quality of service and the
private dining many of our future residents are accustomed to enjoying in
Washington and elsewhere," Salazar says.
The Heritage Club extends its superior service beyond its
doors, and focuses on serving the Tennessee Valley’s business, professional,
cultural, and civic community. As a steward of our community, the Heritage
Club works with and supports civic organizations, including Make A Wish
Foundation, Boys and Girls Club, and area Chambers of Commerce.
The Heritage Club staff, assisted by its Board members,
constantly works to ensure members receive outstanding food service in a
comfortable and elegant atmosphere. In 2007, the Heritage Club installed new
officers for its Board of Governors: Scott McLain; Gerald Toland, Vice
President; and James Roundtree, Secretary. These gentlemen work closely with
Salazar to continue the Heritage Club’s tradition of providing nothing but
the best for its membership. A recent addition to the Heritage Club team is
Head Chef, Philippe Gehin of France.
For more information on North Alabama’s premier private
dining club, contact The Heritage Club at (256) 533-0350.
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In My Kitchen*
Come see me "In My Kitchen"…REALLY!
Owner Ronda Springer invites everyone to come see her "In
My Kitchen". In My Kitchen is a gourmet kitchen shop located in the Interior
Marketplace that carries kitchen items, food products, hand-made glass and
dinnerware (made exclusively by Ronda), and offers cooking classes for
children and adults. "Anything that you find in a kitchen, such as linens,
plates, cookware and bakeware, kitchen gadgets, and food products…we have
it," Ronda states.
Ronda, who has more than 20 years of expertise in the
retail industry, has been running In My Kitchen for three years and enjoys
providing clients who love to cook with products and services for the
kitchen. Some of the products that Ronda stocks include exquisite foods,
gourmet coffees and teas, spices, essential cooking utensils, decorative
pieces, and gift baskets.
This summer, In My Kitchen is expanding some of its
product lines and offering new ones. Ronda will be increasing her selections
of regular and decaffeinated coffee varieties, as well as offering organic
flavors, and new Gullah Gourmet products are coming. She is also expanding
her line of Fortessa glassware and tableware, small appliances, kid-sized
cooking utensils and aprons, and cookbooks. New at In My Kitchen are
colorful linen tea towels with witty inscriptions and gourmet gift baskets
that can be filled with featured products from the store, such as coffees,
salsas, or chocolates. These baskets are GREAT gifts for individuals or
businesses.
Ronda’s children’s cooking classes are a big success!
"With the overwhelming response to these classes, we are now offering themed
activities, such as a princess or cowboy cooking class, as well as holiday
events," she says.
For adults, In My Kitchen continues to offer the monthly
cooking classes presented by Chef Paul Sanford (formally trained at the
Culinary Institute of America) of little Paul’s Barbecue in Huntsville.
These classes feature practical applications for products available at In My
Kitchen, as Chef Paul prepares a delicious four-course meal for attendees.
Ronda, who continues to receive training from the
nationally accredited Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts in Gatlinburg, TN,
offers unique handmade glasswork, as well as dinnerware and decorative
bowls. "These items are simple, elegant glass pieces that are both timeless
and one-of-a-kind," Ronda comments. "I love the fact that each glass item is
extraordinary and unique. There will never be another piece like that glass
item."
Not only can In My Kitchen fill your home with tasteful
pieces, but Ronda now also offers decorating consultation on renovations or
new construction for kitchens and other living areas. Her experience in
remodeling comes first hand as she and her husband, Jim, recently completed
their own renovation. As part of her love for cooking and entertaining, she
wanted to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for her home kitchen. And
she did! Some of the exquisite features include wooden floors, granite
countertops, hand-built cherry wood cabinets, a Sub-Zero built-in
refrigerator, a triple oven, and a six-top gas stove. With Special Thanks,
Ronda recognizes the companies that assisted her in this renovation: Total
Renovations (you guys can do anything and everything!), Ceramic Harmony,
Appliance Direct, Wood floors and More, and The Woodshop of Alabama.
You’re invited to see Ronda at In My Kitchen at the
Interior MarketPlace, 5732 Highway 431 South, Brownsboro, AL (near Hampton
Cove). For store hours, upcoming events, reservations for cooking classes,
and more information, call (256) 539-9113 or visit
www.interiormarketplaceonline.com.
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Jade Communications*
 Connect to Quality
Ken McFarlen, owner of Jade Communications, Inc., has
been connecting with customers since 1999. McFarlen and staff provide
top-quality telecommunications services and top-notch
customer service. After taking an early retirement from Lucent Technologies, McFarlen utilized his 36 years of expertise in the telecommunications
industry and started his one-man operation as McFarlen Telecom. In 2004,
McFarlen Telecom incorporated as Jade Communications, named for his
granddaughter, and now employs three technicians and an office manager.
McFarlen’s experience in the telecommunications industry
goes back to when he went to work for Southern Bell. In 1984 after the
divestiture, he was transferred to AT&T and worked as a system technician
and project manager. In 1996, McFarlen went to work for Lucent Technologies,
a spin-off of AT&T, as a system engineer and later as a field service
manager for North Alabama and Southeast Tennessee.
What makes McFarlen successful is his dedication to his
customers. Ken went to work for Southern Bell in 1964, where service and
customer satisfaction were a must. R.D. (Pappy) McGee, one of Ken’s mentors,
made sure he understood the importance of a job well done, as well as
customer satisfaction. "Pappy taught me that giving the customer want they
wanted was important to a successful job," Ken states.
Today’s communication world has several vendors
associated with the communications needs of your business, and Jade
Communications provides a personal touch. It identifies the problem and
contacts the appropriate vendor until the problem is resolved, allowing you
more time to focus on your business. "My philosophy is from the old school,"
McFarlen says, "where the customer does not care how much you know until he
knows how much you care."
Jade Communications, an Avaya Partner, specializes in
troubleshooting, repairing, programming, and installing Avaya
telecommunications products, as well as installing Cat 3, Cat 5e, Cat 6,
fiber optic wiring, and outside cables between buildings. As an Avaya
Partner, this gives Jade Communications the opportunity to offer customers
up–to-date technical support and leasing options. In addition to supporting
Avaya products, McFarlen is certified on all Spirit, Partner, and Merlin
products, including Merlin Legend and Merlin Magix, Definity, and most
products manufactured by Bell Labs dating back to the late 1950s.
Not only does McFarlen and his staff provide customers
with personal and reliable service, but they also give back to the
community. The Jade Communications team supports many local organizations,
such as the Rescue Mission, CASA and the Huntsville Volunteer Center, as
well as providing a 10% gift on paid invoices to local churches that it
services. Some of the churches include West Huntsville Baptist Church, St.
Mark’s Lutheran Church, First Baptist Church in Madison, Locust Grove
Baptist Church, Mountain View Baptist Church, First Presbyterian Church,
First United Church, Weatherly Heights Baptist, and Cavalry Baptist Church
in Hazel Green. Shortly after Hurricane Katrina, Jade Communications also
donated a phone system worth $7,500 to The Rock Church for "Operation
Restoration" that housed evacuees in the former Ramada Inn building.
"I don’t just have customers, I have friends," McFarlen
says. For a telecommunication company that connects with customers, contact
Jade Communications at 6514 Sheri Drive in Huntsville. Phone: (256)
895-9514, Fax: (256) 837-2388, or
kfmcfarlen@worldnet.att.net.
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Alabama Orthotics & Prosthetics*
The Tennessee Valley’s FIRST and MOST Experienced
Provider of Orthotics and Prosthetics
For more than 40 years, owner Jerry Swanson of Alabama
Orthotics and Prosthetics (AOP) and an above-the-knee amputee since age 16,
has been providing the Southeast with quality orthotics and prosthetic
products and services. Swanson’s first office opened in Memphis in 1967, and
he opened the Huntsville location in 1977. "I am pleased that AOP has
provided quality products and service throughout the Southeast (Alabama,
Tennessee, and Mississippi) for the past 40 years," Swanson states. "And
serving my home community of Huntsville for 30 years has been equally
rewarding. I am very excited as we plan for the future at AOP and address
the opportunities of expanding our services to help even more people."
He continues, "AOP has grown from one office to currently
nine. We started with one prosthetist and now have 10 highly trained and
caring professionals fitting prosthetics and eight fitting orthotics. Our
growth has been phenomenal!"
Alabama Orthotics and Prosthetics’ success is due to the
excellence of service and caring attitudes. "Patients needing a prosthetic
or orthotic have a CHOICE as to where they will go," Swanson says.
"Individuals should tell their doctor to send them to AOP because we care
about them personally. Our positive and attentive attitude makes all the
difference in the world to our patients. I want our amputees to feel
comfortable and know that we will do everything we can to help them live as
normal a life as possible."
AOP provides patients with prosthetic devices such as
c-leg, myo-electric arm, and mastectomy, as well as orthotics such as spinal
bracing, compression hose, diabetic shoes, and arch supports. AOP
specializes in pediatric and geriatric orthotics and prosthetics, in
addition to treating patients with polio, cerebral palsy, multiple
sclerosis, arthritis, diabetes, muscular dystrophy, and stroke. "AOP has
both the Tracer CAD System and the Omega Ring to assist in developing a
prosthesis that fits properly," Swanson states. "We use three or four
different methods of fitting for a prosthesis to get the exact fit for every
patient with several test fittings, evaluations, and adjustments during each
fitting. In the final dynamic, weight-bearing fitting, the patient walks
with the prosthesis and we do a dynamic alignment."
All staff members have a combination of formal training
and experience, and six are amputees themselves. "In addition to a
nine-month course (equivalent to a Master’s Program) completed by AOP staff
at Northwestern University, continuing education is provided regularly and
continually by national companies in the fields of orthotics and
prosthetics," Swanson explains. "Our staff has over 200 years combined
experience. AOP is certified, licensed, and is designated as an accredited
facility by the American Board for Certification."
In addition to the Huntsville facility, AOP has two
additional locations in Decatur and Hamilton, as well as a weekly clinic at
Cullman Regional Medical Center. Doctors and patients enjoy working with AOP
at each of its offices. Dr. R. Walker of Decatur states, "I use AOP because
they know what they are doing. My patients are always satisfied, and that
says it all." Patient Fred Castleberry says, "I have been to over 20
Orthotics and Prosthetics facilities in the past 25 years, and AOP is the
best and most reliable."
For more information, contact Alabama Orthotics and
Prosthetics at 2100 Franklin Street in Huntsville, (256) 536-5625, or
www.alaop.com.
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Custom Cuts Professional Outdoor Services*
 Professional Lawn and Landscaping Services for Your Home
or Office
Since July 2003, Owner Jimmy Stubbs of Custom Cuts
Professional Outdoor Services has been serving residential and commercial
clients in the Tennessee Valley with professional lawn and landscaping
services. Stubbs and his staff provide clients with lawn maintenance,
installation and service for irrigation systems, landscaping options with
sod and total lawn renovations, and specialized seasonal services that
include dethatching lawns during the spring and summer months.
"My background in the lawn care industry allows us to
provide these specialized services, such as dethatching," Stubbs says. "Dethatching
is the process of removing old grass clippings that are in the lawn. Lawns
that can grow better and benefit from this process include Bermuda and
Zoysia."
Custom Cuts Professional Outdoor Services offers many
landscaping services, specifically sod placement and irrigation systems.
With sod, Custom Cuts Professional Outdoor Services performs every aspect of
the process, such as excavating to the level of soil, laying the sod, and
reusing the existing topsoil. The company will also bring in extra topsoil
if necessary and ensure that the lawn is thriving by coming back once a week
for the first few weeks to check on its progress. "We make sure that the sod
is doing well by stopping by and checking on the lawn," Stubbs says. "If we
notice anything, we’ll talk with the client to make sure the process is
going smoothly."
After the company installs the sod or the irrigation
system, Stubbs and his crew provide monthly maintenance packages that can be
tailored to the residential or commercial client’s needs. The monthly
maintenance contracts are based on a 12-month period that typically includes
services such as mowing, trimming shrubs, pulling weeds, and replacing
annual flowers with seasonal colors.
In addition to the convenient monthly invoicing, Custom
Cuts Professional Outdoor Services sets itself apart with professional
attire and equipment. "When we meet with a new client, we provide them with
a written estimate then provide a written contract with what services will
be included on a monthly basis," Stubbs says. "The crew is dressed
professionally with a standard company shirt and the trucks have our
information on them so our clients know we mean business." Stubbs also
provides each crewmember with a client notebook that contains the contracts
so the crew knows what needs to be done at clients’ locations.
As Custom Cuts Professional Outdoor Services continues to
grow, Stubbs looks forward to the road ahead by providing clients a total
package of customized lawn care and landscaping service. "Our goal is to
continue to provide top-quality lawn care to clients and enhance our
landscaping services," Stubbs states. "We want Custom Cuts to be your total
lawn and landscaping provider for commercial and residential lawns."
For more information, contact Custom Cuts Professional Outdoor Services
at (256) 828-9224 or at customcuts@mchsi.com.
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Timbers Edge by Eicher-Kirby Development*
 Luxury Ranch Condominiums
Nestled in the valley, in the Hampton Cove area, Timbers
Edge creates a unique community while being just around the corner to
Huntsville. Eicher-Kirby’s new development presents a community designed to
nurture closeness among neighbors. Susann Denson, Director of Sales and
Marketing at Eicher-Kirby Development/Timbers Edge Properties, states, "At
Timbers Edge, we are working to create an environment that encourages people
to come together socially and find that genuine sense of belonging."
The Timbers Edge condominiums provide an array of design
and construction features that meet the needs, desires, and lifestyles of a
maturing market. "Timbers Edge makes a carefree lifestyle available,
supported by a sight plan with lush landscaping, low density, and a
community atmosphere that creates an intimate village," Jane Childress, Real
Estate Broker at Eicher-Kirby Development, says.
In addition, the development also features a lake, ponds,
an on-site clubhouse with swimming pool, exercise room, and a large,
inviting community room—all ideal venues for making new friends. Timbers
Edge provides this communal haven while being just minutes away from the
Robert Trent Jones golf trail, Monte Sano State Park, and shopping areas.
"We’re not selling condos," Denson states. "We’re selling a relaxed and
carefree lifestyle."
The ranch-style condominium community has 98 units,
spread across 32 acres of the total development area. They offer two and
three bedroom floor plans, all with patented exterior European country
architecture and Hardie plank siding, with 90-percent stone on every home.
The homes are arranged in an attractive four-plex "pinwheel" allowing each
homeowner their own private entrance. Each single-story home offers
cathedral ceilings and comfortable open living space. New standard features
include two or three-bedroom floor plans, ceramic tile, hardwood floors,
granite countertops, stamped concrete patios with cedar fencing, and
finished sunrooms.
Timbers Edge offers designer options for homeowners to
customize their homes. These include upgrades on appliances, plumbing
fixtures, optional cabinetry with stains or glazes, and special selections
of hardwood floors, plush carpets, and granite countertops. David Evans,
Eicher-Kirby sales associate, says, "Even the mountain or lake views from
your sunroom or patio are your choice. Be sure to reserve soon your special
location in the community and to enhance your home in your own way."
Another distinction at Timbers Edge is the sales team.
"Our sales ‘family’ is professional, dedicated, and accommodating," Denson
says. "We work as a team to get things done for clients. With our individual
personalities, our desire to serve our clients, and the unique environment
and beautiful homes of Timbers Edge, we are building strong relationships
with our homeowners, both during the sales process and once they move in."
Builder Kenny Kirby is proud to provide Huntsville with
such a unique community. Kirby is a native of Huntsville and has been
building homes in this area for eight years. "Timbers Edge creates a
lifestyle in a social community that directly addresses the needs and
desires of people living and moving to Huntsville," Kirby says. "We are very
excited to bring Timbers Edge to this area because of its great location,
proven methods of construction, top-quality building materials, and full
array of superior upgrades."
Timbers Edge is creating a community for you, located at
1004 King Drake Road, Brownsboro, AL, 35741. For more information, contact
Timbers Edge at (256) 532-1999, (256) 512-0088, or visit
www.timbersedgehomes.com.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House*
 Where Food is a
Passion, but Service is a Crusade!
At Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Huntsville, patrons will
find that food is a passion, but service is a crusade. The team at
Ruth’s Chris Steak House continues to uphold Founder Ruth Fertel’s vision of
caring for guests by delivering the highest quality food, beverage, and
service in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The original Chris Steak House was located in New Orleans
and purchased by Ruth Fertel in 1965. Shortly thereafter, a fire forced Ruth
to change the original location and she renamed the restaurant Ruth’s Chris
Steak House. With little experience in the restaurant industry but with lots
of enthusiasm, determination, and hard work, Ruth made the restaurant a
great success. Today, Ruth’s Chris Steak House is the largest upscale steak
house restaurant group in the world with more than 100 restaurants
worldwide.
"Ruth’s Chris Steak House is founded on three ideas:
superior PRODUCT, precision/exacting PREPARATION, and attentive
PRESENTATION," says Huntsville franchisee Nancy Oswald. "A great dining
experience is typically hundreds of details that, if properly executed, you
should never see. This attention to detail makes the meal magical. Through
careful hiring and intense training, we strive for all our team members to
embrace a true ‘service attitude’. Our guests expect this high level of food
quality as well as superior service and gracious hospitality when dining at
Ruth’s Chris Steak House. And they know they can count on us to enhance
their dining experience each and every visit."
Ruth’s Chris Steak House specializes in broiling
custom-aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef in its trademark 1,800-degree ovens,
personally designed by Ruth years ago, to lock in natural flavor and
tenderness. Each signature steak is served sizzling to ensure flavor and
create excitement. In addition, the menu features veal, lamb, poultry, and
fresh seafood such as Maine lobsters, flown in daily. A broad selection of
appetizers, fresh-cooked vegetables and potatoes, specialty salads, and
homemade desserts complete the dining experience.
Since Ruth’s passing in 2002, the Ruth’s Chris Steak
House family has a renewed commitment to preserving her legacy and embracing
her ambition for success. Ruth’s Chris Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
Craig Miller, focuses more than 40 years of personal restaurant experience
directly on upholding Ruth’s ideals and expanding her influence.
The local franchise owners, Phil Brooks, Jim Brooks, Mark
Oswald, and Nancy Oswald, established Prime, Inc. of Alabama in 1992 for the
purpose of opening their first Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Birmingham, AL.
Huntsville’s Ruth’s Chris Steak House is the fifth restaurant that this very
successful business group has established. "We are thrilled to be in
Huntsville," Nancy states. "There are many dynamic forces converging here,
from the opening of the downtown Embassy Suites & Spa to the BRAC moves and
the anticipated growth of the business community. This is an exciting time
to be in Huntsville."
Ruth’s Chris is located in the lobby of the Embassy
Suites Hotel in downtown Huntsville, adjacent to the Von Braun Center. The
restaurant is open daily Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 10pm, and 11am
to 11pm on Friday and Saturday. Private dining rooms are available for
corporate or family events, and reservations can be made by calling (256)
539-3930. Web site: www.RuthsChris.com.
Come and enjoy Huntsville’s newest culinary landmark, Ruth’s Chris Steak
House. Because, as Ruth Fertel said years ago, "Life’s too short to eat
anywhere else."
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Lewis and Son Roofing & Construction*
 Using Quality Products and Doing a Professional
Job—EVERY TIME!
For the past 50 years, Lewis and Son Roofing &
Construction has been the company you can depend on for residential/commercial roofing needs and remodeling projects. Shane Lewis, president of
Lewis and Son Roofing & Construction states, "Lewis and Son is an
established family business with a solid commitment to serving our
customers. You can count on us being here to do the job and to stand behind
our work."
Lewis and Son’s remodeling services have satisfied many
customers by utilizing top-quality products with outstanding guarantees.
Shane says, "Once we do a professional job on their roof, people have
confidence in asking us to do remodeling jobs in their home, such as
replacing windows and doors, installing all types of siding, building their
dream deck, sun room, patio, and bathroom and kitchen additions."
In its remodeling work, Lewis and Son installs
energy-efficient Ellison Windows, Timber Select Vinyl Siding (with a
lifetime warranty) and Trex Decking and Railing. For siding with great
durability, Lewis and Son uses James Hardie Products in a "full house-wrap
solution" featuring Hardishingle®, Hardiplank®,
Hardisoffit®, Hardipanel®, and Harditrim®.
The siding boards are made from Portland cement, ground sand, cellulose
fiber, selective additives, and water for durability and strength. "Lewis
and Son has been working with James Hardie® Siding Products for
over five years and we know they are excellent products," Shane says. "The
siding cuts, handles, nails, and looks like wood with added strength and
durability. The products resist damage caused by extended exposure to
moisture, humidity, insects, and wind, and have a limited, transferable
warranty for 50 years. Paint even lasts three to four times longer than on
wood. Also, the James Hardie ColorPlusTM Collection offers a wide
range of designer colors resistant to scratches, peeling, chips, or cracks,
all with a 15-year finish warranty."
Lewis and Son is currently doing work for Becky Carr.
Becky says, "We first met the Lewis and Son team at the Homebuilders Show
last year. My husband and I were impressed with their "can do" attitude, as
we needed not only a new roof, but also new siding and a complete
chimney rebuild. Although the projects have not been finished, we have been
completely satisfied with the professional and respectful treatment Lewis
and Son has provided us during the bidding, contract signing,
and actual start of these projects. Our dealings with Lewis and Son can be
summed up in one word…integrity! We would highly recommend Lewis and Son to
anyone requiring roofing and construction."
Lewis and his staff properly install more than 500
top-quality roofs per year, again with top-quality products like GAF. The
company provides a one-year, money-back guarantee on leak repairs. And,
Lewis and Son go above and beyond most other roofing companies, providing a
"double warranty" of 10 years on a complete roof replacement (in addition to
the GAF warranty of 10 years to lifetime of house, depending on the roofing
materials used). Lewis and Son never use a subcontractor, and their staff is
covered by Worker’s Compensation Insurance.
For more information, contact the company at 910 Church
Street in Huntsville, (256) 533-1213, toll-free at (800) 951-9269, or visit
www.lewisandsonroofing-hsv.com.
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Signs By Tomorrow*
 High-tech
Equipment Keeps Signs by Tomorrow on the Cutting Edge
Since 2000, Signs by Tomorrow has been providing
Huntsville with top-quality signs and graphics using cutting-edge technology
and equipment. Owner Barry Bowerman and staff produce vehicle wraps,
tradeshow graphics, point-of-purchase graphics, banners, indoor and outdoor
signage, and more.
Signs by Tomorrow’s new Hewlett Packard 9000s
wide-format, solvent printer is faster, prints on more materials, and is
less expensive to operate. "More and more of our products are now being
printed on wide-format, full-color printers," Bowerman says. "The HP 9000s
is a six-color, solvent printer that prints faster with excellent
resolution, and prints on more materials. This allows us to output more
high-quality graphics faster than ever before."
A recent example of Signs by Tomorrow’s ability to
produce materials efficiently and with great results for clients was when
Daniel Klibanoff, founder of Angels Among Us, asked the company to produce a
large amount of signage for the world premiere of the movie Constellation.
The premiere was also a fundraiser for the families of the students involved
in the Lee High School bus accident in November. "In three days, we designed
and produced a tremendous amount of signage for this event, including an 8ft
x 26ft printed fabric backdrop for the red carpet sidewalk, a 4ft x 16ft
printed banner for the theatre lobby, three 7ft x 4ft printed banners for
the premiere party at the Ledges, and several dozen other signs and movie
posters for the events on Saturday," he comments. "We couldn’t have produced
all of this high-quality, full-color signage in that short of a time without
the new equipment. Plus, we were also able to give the organization a very
low cost, again due to the new equipment."
The new printer also cuts the time in half to produce the
company’s vehicle wraps with near photo quality, outdoor-durable graphics.
"More businesses are discovering the effectiveness of using their vehicles
for advertising, and we have the equipment and knowledge to support their
needs," Bowerman states.
In addition to the printer, Signs by Tomorrow has also
added a new high-speed wide format vinyl plotter for one-color signs and
banners, window lettering, and die cutting around printed graphics. "The new
equipment in our shop allows us to produce high-quality signs and graphics
faster, and more efficiently, thus allowing Signs by Tomorrow to restructure
our pricing on 75-80 percent of items," Bowerman says.
An example of the company’s price reductions includes its
car graphics. "Prices on full and partial car wraps are now lower because of
new equipment," Bowerman explains. "For instance, a full-size van wrap is
now about $500 less on the overall cost of the wrap."
With its new equipment, Signs by Tomorrow continues to
stay on the cutting edge and looks forward to increasing its production of
banners, trade show graphics, vehicle wraps, point of purchase graphics, and
more. "We are the experts on full-color signage," he says. "We want to be
the place that everyone comes to."
For more information, contact Signs by Tomorrow at 1803 University Drive,
call (256) 722-8522, go online to
www.signsbytomorrow.com/huntsville, or
e-mail sales@sbthuntsville.com.
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Mr. Electric*
 Expert Electrical Service
For expert electrical service in the Huntsville area, Mr.
Electric is a national franchise with local roots that dedicates itself to
top-quality service. President and licensed electrical contractor Keith
Pinkerton started his Mr. Electric franchise in November 2003 because of the
unique way the company runs its business.
"Mr. Electric is a group of trained professionals who
desire to provide the quality of service our customers deserve," Pinkerton
says. "I chose to be a part of the Dwyer Group and Mr. Electric because of
its integrity, its system, and its focus on customer service. Believing in
the Code of Values of the Dwyer Group has enhanced my life both
professionally and personally."
Pinkerton and his staff live these values by treating
others how they want to be treated, listening, understanding what the
customer is saying, making agreements they are willing and able to keep,
communicating honestly and with purpose, proposing possible solutions,
asking clarifying questions, striving to maximize internal and external
customer loyalty, making the best effort to understand and appreciate the
customer, and having fun in the process.
The Dwyer Group of Waco, TX started the Mr. Electric
franchise in 1993 and now has 146 franchises in the United States and 204
worldwide. Its goal is to have 35 new franchises in 2007 and targets its
services to suburban areas of more than 100,000 people. As part of the
franchise family, Pinkerton is now fourth in the United States in dollar
volume and ninth in sales per capita.
Mr. Electric provides a variety of electrical services,
such as repairing, installing, and replacing ceiling fans, recessed
lighting, electrical plugs, electrical panels, and security or landscaped
lighting. Additionally, Mr. Electric does electrical remodeling for an
entire house or a home addition with its dedicated remodeling crew. In
addition, Mr. Electric provides 24/7 emergency service through an on-call
service professional, as well as a back-up service professional.
As part of its Code of Values, all incoming service calls
to Mr. Electric are handled professionally and in a timely manner. After
receiving a service request, a dispatcher will call the customer when the
service professional is in route to the customer’s home with the service
professional name and the estimated time of arrival. When he arrives, the
service professional parks his Mr. Electric truck on the street in view of
the front door, places a doormat outside the front door, and wears shoe
protectors when entering the house. Once inside, he performs an "evaluation
of need" of the problem and also offers to perform a 12-Point Home Safety
Inspection. Upon completion of this evaluation, he provides a written quote
and obtains approval before performing the work. After the job is complete,
the Mr. Electric service professional receives payment before leaving.
Pinkerton has eleven service professionals and nine
trucks on the road daily. Each service professional has extensive electrical
knowledge, wears a Mr. Electric uniform, displays a Mr. Electric picture ID,
and goes through regular in-house training. "We want the ‘cream of the crop’
of employees in our industry. And I believe I have the best!" Pinkerton
comments. "I fully trust and believe in the professionalism and the ethical
behavior of all my service professionals."
For expert electrical service, contact Mr. Electric at
(256) 536-8119 or visit
www.mrelectric.com.
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AllSouth Appliance Group, Inc.*
 Everything You’ve Always Wanted in Your Kitchen
Since 1997, AllSouth Appliance Group, Inc. has been
providing clients with top-quality kitchen appliances and outdoor bar-b-que
equipment. Brothers Josh and Tyler Hillman, co-owners of AllSouth Appliance
in Madison and Birmingham, got started in the appliance industry by customer
demand. Tyler, who was already working in the appliance industry, and Josh,
who was working for an automotive service company, found that clients from
across the Southeast were looking to purchase high-end appliances to create
the kitchen they’ve always wanted.
"After some consideration, we believed a showroom
offering customers large displays with multiple brands, with the
organization focused on the builder’s needs, would be successful," Tyler
states. "Providing a showroom with a friendly atmosphere and no-pressure
sales, along with demonstration kitchens, is an important part of AllSouth’s
commitment to customer service. The goal is to build lifelong customers, and
to do this, our customers must realize a value in doing business with us."
AllSouth carries a broad range of products for all
budgets, providing excellent choices for entry-level housing and tract type
builders, as well as many mid-range lines for customer or builder
preferences. For those building a custom home or involved in upscale
remodeling, AllSouth offers the most complete selection of top quality
brands and styles, including contemporary, traditional, and professional
grade.
AllSouth is a full-line dealer, which means in addition
to kitchen appliances, it also sells laundry, bar, zoneline a/c, and many
other types of equipment to make life easier. Specialty items include custom
hoods, down drafts, warming drawers, ice machines, coffee machines, outdoor
grills, wine coolers, sinks, and faucets. Just a few of the more than 40
appliance brands represented include SubZero, Wolf, Viking, GE and GE
Monogram, Dacor, Miele, FiveStar, Frigidaire, and Capital. Other brands,
such as JennAir, Maytag and KitchenAid are available through the Birmingham
location.
As a builder supply company, AllSouth was chosen by the
Sub-Zero Freezer Corporation to build Alabama’s first "Living Kitchen" in
its Birmingham location. "It is a store within a store concept, with over 90
pieces of Sub-Zero and Wolf products on display," Tyler explains. "All are
powered up and operate in demonstration mode. A customer can see all sizes,
colors, and configurations of the product. The display is the second largest
built to date and the only one in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi."
Tyler and Josh’s business focus to provide the best
products and services is supported by their father, John, who manages the
new Madison store. "We are excited about opening a location convenient for
our North Alabama customers and the opportunity to build new relationships,"
Tyler says. At both of their locations, the AllSouth staff is dedicated to
top-notch sales, delivery, service, and installation. Each of the sales
staff coordinates with clients’ builders and subcontractors to help
eliminate installation problems. In addition to working with client
contractors, the sales staff will answer all questions and provide clients
with information to help them make their decisions. "We know clients are
looking for selection, service, and value," Tyler comments. "We research and
familiarize ourselves with today’s products so we can recommend kitchen
products that not only fit a client’s lifestyle, but also meet their needs."
The company continues its service after the sale with
dedicated delivery crews and professional installation and in home service.
"AllSouth staffs its own delivery personnel and provides factory authorized
service with its own trained technicians," Hillman says.
For price, selection and service, contact AllSouth
Appliance Group, Inc. at 7445 Highway 72 West in Madison, (256) 726-0399, or
visit www.allsouthappliance.net.
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Southern Stone Design*
 Adding
Beauty and Value with Stone
Southern Stone Design (SSD), founded by co-owners Danny
Hallum and Joel Robertson, was created to provide caring service and
top-quality stone products to customers in the North Alabama and Southern
Tennessee areas. Danny, with 20 years and managerial experience in the
electronics industry, oversees the business management/sales department,
while Joel, who worked a decade for the Huntsville Police Department,
oversees the templating, fabrication, and installation of all countertops.
Danny and Joel began the company with the goal of doing
installs only and hoping to install eight kitchens per month. SSD grew so
rapidly that within 60 days, they opened a full service fabrication business
to complement the templating and installation of granite. "I’ve been hugely
surprised by the success of the simple concept SSD has adopted," Danny
states. "Serving customers an excellent product and superb service pays off
in every way."
Now with 30 staff members and 25 years of combined stone
work experience, SSD weekly processes 1,500 square feet or more of high-end
natural stone and quartz countertops, and installs 12 to 18 kitchens per
week. To accomplish this work, SSD employs multiple, daily work shifts,
three install teams, six sales associates, two interior designers, and one
interior decorator. To compliment their service commitment, SSD uses only
Grade A, 3 cm thick natural stone slab materials from Italy, Brazil, and
Africa, purchased always from a reputable wholesaler. Available quartz
products are Hanstone, Ceasarstone, and Zodiaq by Dupont. These industry
leaders offer beauty without sacrificing strength and durability and are
composed of natural quartz, resin, and color.
SSD works in new home construction with over 30 local
homebuilders, including Mark Harris Homes, Nicholas Homes, D.R. Horton,
Killian Homebuilders, Pollard Homebuilders, and Viking Construction.
Additionally, SSD offers kitchen and bath remodeling services. Its goal with
kitchen countertop installation in homes being remodeled is to minimize home
disruption. This is accomplished by developing a countertop template on the
first day, cutting the stone on the second day, and installing the
countertop on the third day.
SSD customer service also includes a showroom with
hundreds of granite and quartz options, edge profiles, several kitchen
islands, and sample under-mount sinks. And, along with its on-site
selections, SSD offers retail customers the option of going to granite
suppliers in Birmingham or Nashville to personally select and tag their own
granite slabs. If the customer chooses to go to a wholesale supplier in
Nashville, they may take their paint and cabinet samples and work directly,
at no extra charge, with a SSD-provided interior designer to select their
stone.
SSD is licensed and insured and is a member of
Huntsville/ Madison County Homebuilders Association, Morgan County
Homebuilders Association, North Alabama Better Business Bureau, and the
Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce. The company actively supports
the Huntsville/Madison County Homebuilders Association. Recently, SSD
participated in the 2007 Home and Remodeling Show with a very busy,
attractive and successful booth. They also partnered with Jeff and Karen
Durbin of Kitchen & Bath Concepts and provided all the granite countertops
for their display. This spring, SSD will provide a number of kitchen
countertops within homes in the Tour of Homes and, later in the fall, at the
Parade of Homes.
For beautiful stone countertops and excellent customer
service, call Southern Stone Design, located at 4411-K Evangel Circle in
Huntsville, at (256) 489-1220, e-mail them
info@southernstonedesign.com,
or view their web site
www.southernstonedesign.com.
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Who's Who Travel*
 Escape to the
Extraordinary with Who’s Who Travel!
Who’s Who Travel can help you escape to the extraordinary
for your next vacation or weekend getaway at an inexpensive price. Owner
Daniel Stephens established Who’s Who Travel to provide people with an easy
way to find the perfect vacation and not break their budgets. "Who’s Who
Travel offers a variety of trips to fit anyone’s vacation dreams, such as
international trips to the hottest destinations or simply a short trip from
home," Stephens states. "In addition, Who’s Who Travel provides top-quality
resources for any traveler."
The web site,
www.whoswhotravel.com, is an easy-to-use site that features a
variety of travel options from flights to rental cars to hotels to cruises
to hiking excursions. Some of the five or seven day packages that Who’s Who
Travel has offered include packages to Los Cabos, Mexico, the Canadian
Rockies, Luxury train trip travelling throughout the Mayan World in the
Yucatan, Mexico, cruise to the Mediterranean, and a cruise to Bermuda and
The Bahamas. With the packages, a majority of the trips include airfare,
hotel, and entertainment.
In addition to the destination packages, Who’s Who Travel
also provides a honeymoon registry. This free and unique feature allows
soon-to-be married couples the opportunity to have their honeymoon of a
lifetime. Couples simply register their desires, and friends and family have
the ability to purchase portions or items for the couple’s trip, such as spa
time, horseback riding lessons, etc. Couples can also print out honeymoon
registry cards to send by mail. "This unique service is a great way for
couples to get what they want for their dream honeymoon," Stephens says.
"Five days before the scheduled trip, couples receive a check for everything
that was purchased off of their registry to use toward their honeymoon
adventure."
Other unique services include the ability to purchase
tickets to sporting events, concerts and theater events, condominium
rentals, ordering passports and visas, currency exchange, and ordering gift
baskets for delivery. In addition, Who’s Who Travel provides much-needed
travel resources, such as flight tracker, map addresses, and world time
zones. "We’re not your ordinary travel site," Stephens comments. "We are
your extraordinary travel site."
Save money on
your next vacation adventure and Escape to the Extraordinary with Who’s Who Travel by visiting
www.whoswhotravel.com!
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Duell Law Firm*
 Helping Business Owners
Obtain Success through Franchising
Duell Law Firm, LLC can help business owners who are
thinking about expanding into other markets through a franchise option and
establish a plan for success. Owner Richard Duell says, "Our firm can
provide answers to numerous questions clients have, such as Does my business
fit a franchise model? ...What will it cost? …What are the legal
requirements? ...What corporate structure is needed? ...How do you determine
the selling price for the franchise? It is important to have the right team
of advisors when making this decision for your business."
Duell focuses his practice in franchising. The firm has a
thorough, working knowledge of every part of the franchise equation and can
help your business through the entire process, such as trademark
registration, drafting all of the franchise documents for new franchise
companies, and helping the mature franchisor with everything from
registering in the required states to franchising internationally.
According to Duell, with more companies entering the
franchise arena to expand their business, there are many advantages for both
the franchisee and the franchisor. The franchisee (the independent business
owner buying a franchise) benefits from a nationally recognized name and
successful business model. The franchisee also receives support and training
from the franchisor (the company selling the franchise) to help them
succeed. According to statistics from the Department of Commerce, franchise
businesses are much more likely to succeed than other new businesses because
of the proven business model.
"The goal of Duell Law Firm is to be a part of our
client’s franchise team and continue to play a vital role in the success of
the company and franchise for years to come," Duell states. "As your
franchise grows, we can continue to provide legal support in all areas of
your business."
As an Alabama law firm, the Duell Law Firm is close by
and offers personal support and involvement throughout the entire process.
"You will have the confidence of knowing the people who are working with you
to develop your plan," Duell explains.
For more information on franchising a business, contact
Richard Duell at Duell Law Firm, LLC for a personal consultation. Call (205)
408-3025 or visit the firm’s web site at
www.duelllawfirm.com.
No representation is made that the quality of the legal
services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services
performed by other lawyers.
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Dr. Paula Gilliam Chiropractic Clinic*
 For over a quarter century, Dr. Paula D. Gilliam has been
providing Huntsville with chiropractic services. Dr. Gilliam’s goal is to
stimulate the body’s own resource to help it heal and function better
through chiropractic care. "Chiropractic treatment is a safe, hands-on,
drug-free healthcare approach and promotes health by focusing on a healthy
diet, exercise, and maintenance of proper spinal function," Gilliam says.
Dr. Gilliam treats patients who seek relief from injury,
stress, or chronic pain by locating and helping to correct problems that
interfere with the body’s natural state of good health. "Chiropractic
treatment may be effective in dealing with treatment for back, neck, arm,
and leg pain, headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, and much more," she states.
The distinction of Dr. Gilliam’s practice is her
personalized service. She still treats patients that she began treating in
her first year in practice…1980! "My goal is to customize the treatment to
the patient, whether it be by manual chiropractic manipulative therapy or by
utilizing specific instruments to deliver the treatment to the affected
area," Gilliam says. "I will do a thorough review of the patient’s medical
history and an exam (including x-rays) to determine if the patient could
benefit from chiropractic treatment."
Dr. Gilliam’s expertise comes from her educational
background and continued training. In addition to her Doctorate in
Chiropractic, she holds a BS in Physical Therapy and is certified in
chiropractic spinal trauma, acupuncture, and pain management. To continue
sharpening her skills, Dr. Gilliam attends continuing education classes in
chiropractic manipulative techniques, physiological therapeutics,
acupuncture and nutrition, and is active in her field. She has served on the
Alabama Licensing Board of Chiropractors for the past 10 years and held the
positions as President, Vice President, and Secretary. She is a member of
the American Chiropractic Association, the Alabama State Chiropractic
Association, the International Academy of Clinical Acupuncture, and the
American Academy of Pain Management. With this training and professional
involvement, Dr. Gilliam is qualified to offer chiropractic care and also
acupuncture, physical therapy, pain management, and clinical nutrition
wellness services.
Dr. Gilliam’s clinic is located at 1900 Sparkman Drive,
Suite A, in Huntsville. For more information or to schedule an appointment,
contact the clinic at (256) 430-0021, or online at
www.gilliamchiropractic.com.
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Dallas Davis Insurance Agency - Nationwide*
 Nationwide Is On Your Side!
Dallas Davis Graydon, Agent, and her team at the Dallas
Davis Insurance Agency (DDIA) and Nationwide are on your side with complete
home, auto, business, life, and health insurance coverage. The agency
provides clients with personalized service for all insurance needs, a
24-hour, 365-days-a-year claim service, and a variety of discounts. "At
Nationwide, you are our focus," Graydon says. "I am the kind of agent that
goes over your policy with you item by item and my agents are the same way.
We want to make sure that you understand and are comfortable with all the
insurance you are purchasing."
Nationwide homeowners coverage is very competitive on
regular and high-value homes. "I believe all homeowners should be insured
with Nationwide because of the extensive coverage and the service we
provide," Graydon states. "We offer comprehensive coverage for ALL
home owners, and we offer discounts for clients over 50. Nationwide
homeowners insurance is the best protection at the best price. Plus, the
auto insurance is now more competitive with recently reduced rates for
high-risk drivers."
DDIA and Nationwide are on client Ken Myers’ side. Myers,
who is a managing partner at Landers McLarty Ford dealership in
Fayetteville, TN, recently moved his family to Madison and receives all of
his insurance needs from DDIA. Myers states, "It has been a pleasure to do
business with Dallas. She covers all of our insurance needs and she was able
to complete most of my business over the phone before we even moved. Her
professionalism, her detail in explaining coverage, and her overall concern
for our needs has been outstanding."
For an insurance agent who’s on your side, contact the
Dallas Davis Insurance Agency at (256) 716-1307 or visit 1807 Slaughter
Road, Suite A in Madison.
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ZTV-11, Athens*
 Buzzin’
with Bugg on ZTV
The buzz around the Tennessee Valley community can be
heard about WTZT-TV’s (ZTV-11) new sports show, "The Sports Buzz with Harold
Bugg". Owner Jamie Cooper thought a show about Southeastern Conference
sports, in particular The University of Alabama, Auburn University, and The
University of Tennessee football programs was needed. Cooper met with one of
the Tennessee Valley’s well-known sports broadcasters, Harold Bugg, and is
now putting his vision into reality. "The show will fill the need that isn’t
being met by the national sports shows or local sports casts," Jamie says.
"People in the area want and need their fix of SEC football and we’re here
to provide it."
The show airs Monday through Friday at 7pm and replayed
at 11pm with hosts Harold Bugg and Brett Beaird at the helm. It will cover a
variety of local and college sports topics and host many sports figures and
celebrities, such as Eli Gold and Rob Bramlett.
Harold has extensive knowledge in covering sports
throughout the state, as well as in the Tennessee Valley, in both television
and radio. As a self-proclaimed sports nut, Harold has always had a passion
for sports. "My father told me to find where your passion is and you’ll
never work a day in your life," he states. "My passion is sports."
Harold brings a wealth of experience to the show. "Harold
Bugg is one of the most talented and finest sports broadcasters I’ve ever
known or watched," The Birmingham News columnist and radio
broadcaster Paul Finebaum says. "Rarely have I seen a talent who has not
only been able to captivate an audience, but to also be able to garner such
fierce loyalty from them. He is a rare breed in the business."
For more information on "The Sports Buzz with Harold Bugg",
contact Jamie Cooper Television, Inc. at (256) 603-4848 or e-mail
gloriacooper@knology.net.
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Champion Window and Patio Room Company*
 Make your patio room dreams come true
Selecting a company that offers a quality product along
with service and a solid guarantee is vital to a successful project. Since
patio rooms are made primarily of glass, it is a vital element to consider
in the construction process. Champion’s exclusive Comfort 365® Glass is
standard in all Champion patio rooms. This revolutionary glass blocks
harmful UV rays and keeps the heat out in the summer and cold out in the
winter so you have a room you can enjoy year round. Champion patio rooms
have also earned the Good Housekeeping Seal for quality and performance.
Don’t get caught in a save now/pay later situation by
choosing a room with substandard construction. Champion custom manufactures
each patio room in their own factory. They don’t confuse people with a
good/better/best product line. By controlling the entire process from sales
to manufacturing to installation and the guarantee, Champion can offer a top
quality patio room at a great value to the consumer.
Before signing on with any company, be sure you know how
long they’ve been in business. Ask for referrals and make sure you
understand their service and warranty policies. Bob Zarzaur, Division
Manager of Champion in Huntsville says, "Champion has been around for 54
years. We guarantee our products AND the installation. Champion’s motto is
‘We build it. We install it. We stand behind it.’ What that means to our
customers is a seamless home improvement project and a lifetime of service
and satisfaction."
For more information on adding a patio room, visit
www.ChampionFactoryDirect.com
or visit Champion’s showroom at 2995 Wall Triana Hwy and see life size patio
room models.
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B.T. Neely Construction, LLC*
Settling for Nothing Less than the BEST!
B.T. Neely Construction, Inc. provides clients with
complete customer satisfaction in each home it builds and offers signature
items that display high-quality craftsmanship and unique features. Owner
Brant T. Neely has been a general contractor for 22 years and building
custom-built homes since 1985. He is a board member of the
Huntsville-Madison County Home Builders Association and a Builders Guild
member for both McMullen Cove and the Village of Providence. His son, B.J.,
is also a partner in the business. "Over the years, we have been very
innovative," B.T. says. "We were the first builder in Providence to build a
bungalow house and the first to build a three-story house. We always try to
build a Showcase House!"
One of B.T. Neely’s showcase homes is #5 McMullen Lane in
McMullen Cove. The 4,926-square-feet European style house, which will be on
display in the Fall 2007 Parade of Homes that’s sponsored by the
Huntsville-Madison County Home Builders Association, was designed by Garrell
Associates of Atlanta and is listed with Thelma Dawson of Re/MAX Madison.
The house features brick and stone exterior, standing seamed copper roof, a
three-car garage, three fireplaces, and an outdoor fireplace and grilling
area. Each of its four bedrooms, including the master suite, has its own
bathroom and walk-in closet. The home also includes a SubZero
refrigerator/freezer, Wolf stove and ovens, home theater room, view of the
mountains, and interior decorating by Jan Weir Johnson. "Building this house
provides us with the opportunity to showcase our skills and incorporate
innovative design and construction techniques with cutting-edge
technologies," B.T. explains.
Each custom home B.T. Neely Construction builds is unique
and features materials and details that are nothing less than the best. "Our
foundations and block work are done properly and we insulate completely,"
B.T. states. "We don’t just ‘meet the code’; we go up and above the
standard."
B. T. Neely Construction offers custom homes that are "Up
and Above the Norm". For more information, contact B.T. Neely Construction,
Inc. at (256) 830-1334 or at
btneely@mchsi.com.
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Vintage Construction, Inc.*
Our Goal is to Exceed Your Expectations!
Vintage Construction, Inc., the builder of the 2006
Showcase Home in Lake Forrest for last year’s fall Parade of Homes
(sponsored by the Huntsville-Madison County Builders Association), builds
homes in the finest communities in Madison County. President Byrne Turner
and Vice President Dwain Clardy, both with more than 15 years of building
experience, specialize in exceeding customer expectations through attention
to detail and true craftsmanship. "Our goal is to give the customer more
than they expect in every aspect of the project," Turner states. "And our
focus on top-quality craftsmanship, products, and attention to the ‘little
details’ assures our clients that their homes are well-built. We perform
high-quality, sound but ‘unseen’ building practices that support, enhance
and assure our clients of a quality custom home."
Vintage Construction will continue to exceed customer
expectations with its custom-built homes in the Enfinger Steele Development
of McMullen Cove. In the fall 2007 Parade of Homes, Vintage Construction’s
work can be seen at 8 McMullen Lane. This two-story, 5,055 square-foot home,
designed by Garrell Associates of Atlanta, features a library, home theater
with wet bar, and an Old World look in the kitchen, breakfast room, and
keeping room. Other features include a freestanding staircase leading to an
interior balcony, brick and stone exterior, a three-car garage, three
fireplaces, a view of the mountains, and interior decorating by Denise Kirby
of Cove Interiors. Each of the four bedrooms has its own bathroom and
walk-in closet. The realtor for this property is Maxine Sikes of Keller
Williams.
Vintage Construction also performs extensive remodeling
work, as well as custom trim services that will surpass the highest
expectations. "Remodeling is an important part of our business," Turner
comments. "We tackle extremely complicated, multiple level projects because
we enjoy the challenge as well as the reward of the finished product."
Byrne Turner currently serves on the Board of Directors
for the Huntsville-Madison County Builders Association and is a member of
the Village of Providence Builders Guild, as well as the Better Business
Bureau.
For more information on remodeling projects or
custom-built homes, contact Byrne Turner of Vintage Construction, Inc. at
(256) 679-2129 or Dwain Clardy at (256) 797-0981, by e-mail at
byrne@vintageconstruction.biz
or dwain@vintageconstruction.biz. Or visit the web site at
www.vintageconstruction.biz.
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Fountain of Youth*
Fountain of Youth continues to produce phenomenal results
and benefits using the latest treatments for turning back the hands of time.
In Madison and Huntsville, non-surgical rejuvenation techniques are a
specialty with the latest technologies and procedures. Offering everything
from massage and facials to minimally invasive facelifts, this is the place
for looking and feeling younger. If you think you cannot afford it, you’ll
be pleasantly surprised. Read on…
Under the direction of a medical physician, these unique
spas/clinics can get years off in mere minutes. Popular treatments are Botox,
skin tightening, chemical peels and laser hair removal. Facial fillers have
been on the rise in our area with agents like Restylane, Radiesse, Sculptra
and Collagen. Other treatments for skin tightening of the face, hands, eyes
and body are ever popular before bikini season. A little goes a long way in
reducing the need for surgery to maintain your youthful look. Maintaining
your current look can be easy with medical grade cosmeceuticals (cosmetics
which are medical grade) and are not much more than what you’re probably
paying now.
Having trouble fitting into that special gown? Give
Ionithermie a try. A "workout without the workout", it can slim up to eight
inches off in your first treatment with lasting results from muscle
strengthening.
Need a sale to spur you on? You’ve got it! Once in a Blue
Moon Sale at Fountain of Youth happens every three years, just like the real
Blue Moon this year. A sale of monumental proportion, nearly everything in
the place is on sale. If you’re thinking of getting something done or are a
regular to medical cosmetic procedures, this is your chance to get a great
deal. Call for your complimentary consultation at either location today at
650-SKIN. Visit the web site for a more complete listing of services at
www.fountainofyouthhsv.com.
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Ferguson & Ferguson, Attorneys at Law*
 Representing Seriously Injured People in Trucking and Transportation
Litigation
In 1993, Jackie Ferguson Graham and Randy Ferguson
founded Ferguson & Ferguson, Attorneys at Law. This brother and sister legal
team helps clients with a variety of litigation needs, such as Social
Security, filing of bankruptcy, and slip and fall cases.
In the specialized area of trucking and transportation
litigation, specifically involving tractor-trailer accidents, Randy has
extensive knowledge of the trucking industry. He represents clients
throughout the Southeast and the United States. In many of his cases, his
clients have died or been seriously injured. These individuals or family
members are dealing with trucking companies that are fully represented
immediately following an accident. Trucking companies train their drivers on
"what to do" and have attorneys and investigators available to go directly
to the accident scene. Randy says, "It is imperative that your attorney be
knowledgeable of the regulations and how they affect your case.
Additionally, the gathering of information immediately after the accident
can be the difference between winning and losing. You need to obtain names,
addresses, and pictures—before the information disappears."
Randy has extensive knowledge of the trucking industry,
and is a member of numerous trucking and accident litigation groups
throughout the country. "It is very important your attorney be able to
communicate and network with other trucking attorneys and experts who have
dealt with the same trucking companies throughout the country," he says.
For additional information and numerous resources on
tractor-trailer accidents, consult Ferguson & Ferguson’s expansive and
informative web site at
www.fergusonferguson.com. The office of Ferguson & Ferguson is located
at 303 Williams Avenue, Suite 321 in Huntsville. Contact the firm by phone
at (256) 534-3435, by fax at (256) 534-4339, or by e-mail at
randy@fergusonferguson.com.
No representation is made that the quality of the legal
services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services
performed by other lawyers.
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GuestHouse Suites Plus - Space Center*
If you’re looking for a "Suite" deal, stay at GuestHouse
Suites Plus-Space Center in Huntsville. We’re your Home "Suite" Home!
GuestHouse Suites Plus-Space Center in Huntsville, offers
BRAC relocators, corporate travelers, and vacationers a "suite" deal with
award-winning accommodations and a well-trained management team. "We are
truly a ‘Home Suite Home’ for BRAC relocators, long and short-stay
business travelers, and vacationing families seeking a more homey and
connected environment," General Manager Lori Bouffard-Webster says. "And, we
provide GREAT SERVICE! Our suites offer all the comforts of home and our
front desk staff are available 24 hours a day to provide assistance and
information about Huntsville, Redstone Arsenal, and Madison County."
GuestHouse Suites Plus-Space Center provides its guests
with countless amenities that they’d find in their own homes. Amenities
include fireplace, full-size stove, full-size refrigerator, full-size sink,
microwave, all necessary dishes, silverware, pots and pans, coffee maker
with coffee, queen-size sofa sleepers, fully furnished living room with
cable TV, complimentary and wireless high-speed Internet access,
complimentary local telephone calls, ironing board with iron, and a
complimentary breakfast buffet featuring freshly-made Belgian waffles, and
biscuits with gravy. "With a great location, spacious suites equipped with
fireplaces, and full kitchens, we provide the perfect solution to the
challenges faced by today’s travelers needing a quiet place to rest and
recoup," Bouffard-Webster comments.
In addition to the featured amenities in each suite,
GuestHouse Suites Plus-Space Center continues to renovate its facility. "Our
gatehouse registration and lobby area has been transformed into a charming
open atrium with breakfast bar upgrades," Bouffard-Webster adds. And the
work continues on the outside as well. GuestHouse Suites Plus-Space Center
recently received the 2006 Huntsville Beautification Award, making it the
third consecutive year the grounds have been honored with this coveted
award.
The hotel works closely with local businesses and
government entities supporting the Space and Missile Defense Conference and
Exhibition, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and federal government
training programs, to name a few. "Our guests, the community, corporate
clients, and military personnel are recognizing that service and
professionalism make GuestHouse Suites Plus–Space Center their ‘Home
Suite Home’," Bouffard-Webster adds.
For a "suite" deal, contact GuestHouse Suites
Plus–Space Center at (256) 837-8907 or visit
www.huntsvillesuitehotel.com.
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The Huntsville Stars*
 Your
Ticket to Fun
The Huntsville Stars is your ticket to a fun-filled night
for families, group outings, and corporate events. The Stars, the Double-A
Southern League affiliate for the Milwaukee Brewers, offers a variety of
ticket packages and group discounts that can fit anyone’s needs and budget.
The 2007 season begins April 5 and runs through the Labor Day weekend.
"You can see great wholesome entertainment with the
Huntsville Stars for any social events you have planned, such as corporate
parties or family picnics," General Manager Tom Van Schaack says. "We offer
several ways for businesses or human resource managers to either get
tickets, host a pre-game picnic, or rent a sky box for a relatively
inexpensive price."
Some of the many ticket packages include the full season
of 70 home games, half season with 35 home games, weekend plans for Friday,
Saturday, and Sunday games, and a 12-game ticket book. Each package price
varies depending on the seats and the package selected, with some starting
as low as $90 for great and entertaining times at Joe Davis Stadium. "The
number one goal is to provide a fun atmosphere where everyone can have fun,
whether we win or lose the game," he explains. "It’s a great night out for
everything from business events to family outings to birthday parties."
The Stars also offer special group discounts for 20 or
more people in a variety of seats in the stadium, picnic parties at the
pavilion, party deck or skybox rentals, the Field of Dreams opportunity for
youth baseball and softball teams, as well as catering for your event, among
other specials. "Our group rates are less expensive than a movie ticket and
range from $4-$7 per ticket depending on the package and seating," Van
Schaack states. "It’s the most affordable entertainment package available in
Huntsville."
For your ticket to a fun-filled evening this spring and
summer, contact the Huntsville Stars office between 9am and 5pm at (256)
882-2562, go online at
www.huntsvillestars.com, or e-mail at
info@huntsvillestars.com.
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McDonald Bros. Construction/Holly McDonald, REALTOR*
Holly McDonald, Broker Associate, ABR of Keller William
Realty is an award-winning producer that is devoted and experienced. "I have
a huge personal commitment to provide superior service to my clients," Holly
states.
Holly’s superior services to clients include a commitment
to networking through Business Networking International (BNI) which
provides her with beneficial personal relationships and many trustworthy
business associates. Holly also sponsors a large number of open houses and
regularly participates in the Board of REALTORS Caravan Program, both
providing extra exposure for clients selling homes. "My philosophy is to get
as many potential buyers, neighbors and agents through a home as possible.
This will increase the chances of a quicker sale," she comments. She goes
further to say; "There are still a lot of other important factors involved
such as pricing, staging, and timing. All of these things and going that
extra mile is a recipe for a successful sale."
Her commitment to clients can be read in many
testimonials, including Liz Regalado, who states that Holly more than
exceeded her expectations. "Holly is skilled and thorough. Her marketing is
elegant and professional. The thing we love the most is her personality. She
always has a sunny disposition."
In 2006, Holly proved her dedication by earning her
Broker Associate License and by winning numerous awards at Keller Williams
Realty. And 2007 has started out with a bang with Holly earning even more
accolades for her hard work and commitment to her clients.
Holly’s husband, Dell, is also a notable business owner.
He continues the McDonald family construction business tradition, stating,
"This business is my father’s ‘baby". It is both his work and his hobby."
Dell’s father, S.O. McDonald and his older brother, Charles, founded
McDonald Bros. Construction in 1961. As General Contractors, the company
provides site preparation, underground utilities, concrete installation,
demolition, blasting, clearing land, and truck hauling of dirt and stone.
McDonald Bros. is a member of the Associated General Contractors,
Huntsville-Madison County Home Builders Association, and the
Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce.
Contact McDonald Bros. Construction at 2906 Mc John
Street, Huntsville, AL 35805 or at (256) 881-2930. Contact Holly McDonald,
Broker Associate, ABR, An Award-Winning Producer, at (256) 990-1004,
holly.mcdonald@knology.net,
or online at www.hollymcdonald.com.
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Resource Service Professionals LLC*
 Your Community Concierge!
Whether you’re planning a conference or need assistance
with the hosting of student and training seminars, Resource Service
Professionals LLC (RSPLLC) is your community concierge that relieves the
administrative burden of organizing and planning. Executive Manager Mil
White states, "We handle everything, such as online registration, welcome
letters to participants, notification about local weather conditions, a
personalized web page for each individual group with local and program
information, travel arrangements, pick-up and delivery service, hotel
accommodations, and catering services."
She continues, "RSPLLC can find a property for your
conference, contract your facilities and services, handle registration,
handle all questions during the conference and, finally, pay all the bills.
RSPLLC can do as much or as little as the client requests."
RSPLLC offers a complete program package, providing both
advance planning and "on-the-ground" concierge service with Robert McCoy,
Sales and Partnership Director, as the contact for each visiting group.
"Many of the people we are serving are coming to Huntsville to train for one
week, one month, or six weeks," Mil says. "We want our hosted clients to
have a very positive impression about Huntsville, and we want them to return
here for training and even to live."
In addition, RSPLLC has formed partnerships with many
local businesses that offer discounts to RSPLLC clients, such as Soulburgers,
Chili’s, Denny’s, Green Hills Grille, Datac Tech, Madison Monogram, Hooters,
and many of Huntsville premier hotels. "RSPLLC provides great attention to
detail to all of our clients," Mil explains. "We sincerely want our clients
to have a GREAT experience in Huntsville!"
With more than 50 years of combined experience in the
event planning and hosting services industry, RSPLLC has developed lasting
relationships. Therefore, the company is able to provide services at a very
reasonable cost, both for the conference and for the individual attendees.
"In Huntsville, Resource Service Professionals is known as the
conference and hosting service," Mil comments.
For more information on hosting and event services,
contact your community concierge, Resource Service Professionals LLC, at
(256) 489-7797, info@rspllc.com, or
online at www.rspllc.com.
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EnviroSafe*
Someone Has To Do It!
Owner Terrell Nixon of EnviroSafe provides clients in the
Huntsville area with a service that not everyone provides, but a service
that someone has to do. "We go up on roofs and crawl under houses in full
body suits in the hot and cold weather to remove mold and make a house’s
roof, siding, decks, fences, and concrete areas look brand new," Terrell
says.
EnviroSafe’s main focus is on mold and all its services
revolve around its removal with its roof cleaning and other outside
services, such as deck and siding cleaning. Terrell and staff can save
homeowners money. "We can come in, clean the roof at 10-15% of the cost of a
new roof, and add curb appeal to a home that’s on the market," he says.
EnviroSafe uses products from Caltex International that
meet and exceed standards. "Most products only kill 80-90% of the mold and
remove zero percent," Terrell comments. "Once the product used neutralizes,
the 10-20% that was left behind now has an abundant food source to regrow at
a faster and stronger pace."
Along with the Caltex products, EnviroSafe follows the
Caltex system, which is a frontrunner in the mold industry for technology
and services. This also includes keeping up on safety standards, such as
putting technicians in body suits and full-face masks, and using negative
air machines that prevent the mold spores from rising in the house during
the removal process to prevent cross-contain.
Terrell is dedicated to providing a legitimate service to
the mold problems in the area. "We go above and beyond the normal and
standard requirements and it’s satisfying to know our job is helping
others," he comments. His greatest satisfaction is knowing his work is
appreciated. "People see me in public and thank me for the work and we know
it’s something they appreciate," Terrell says.
Terrell is hands-on, handles all the proposals, and
personally inspects the work that his crew does. For more information,
contact EnviroSafe at (256) 704-4570,
terrell@uglymold.com, or visit
www.uglymold.com.
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Small Business Solutions LLC*
 Your Certified QuickBooks Pro-Advisor
QuickBooks is the number one choice for business
accountability among small business owners, and Bob Crook, owner of Small
Business Solutions LLC, can assist you in fully and accurately utilizing its
capacity. Bob offers clients his knowledge, skills and advanced training to
implement and operate their QuickBooks®
and QuickBooks® Point-of-Sale
(POS) software more effectively.
As a certified QuickBooks®
Pro-Advisor and QuickBooks® POS
Pro-Advisor, Bob brings clients over two decades of accounting and computer
expertise. "I’ve been working with QuickBooks®
since founding Padgett Business Services in 1996," Bob says. "I firmly
believe there is a real need for software accounting experts with computer
knowledge to help small businesses. I started Small Business Solutions LLC
in 2006 to be that provider of solutions for small businesses."
Bob is the first QuickBooks®
Retail Solution Provider (RSP) in Alabama. His certification encompasses the
QuickBooks® POS software which
is used in conjunction with a business’ receipt printer, cash drawer, bar
code scanner, and credit card reader. This POS software provides small
businesses with insight into their sales, inventory, customer data, and
vendor data. Additionally, Bob is affiliated with The Sleeter Group, a
nationally recognized professional consulting firm that provides training
resources to QuickBooks®
consultants and users.
The mission of Small Business Solutions LLC is to assist
small businesses in becoming self-sufficient with their day-to-day
bookkeeping. Bob states, "I offer a three-tiered approach to accounting and
each level offers a variety of QuickBooks®
setup, training and support options.
Small Business Solutions LLC will also offer a series of
training sessions this spring and summer for QuickBooks®
and QuickBooks® POS software at
three locations: The Heritage Club, CompUSA Superstore, and through the
Business Women’s Center of North Alabama, Inc. (a non-profit organization
offering free help for start up businesses…see
www.wbcna.org for more information).
For the training schedule and other information, visit
the company’s web site at www.QBHelp.biz,
call (256) 337-5200, or e-mail
Bob@QBHelp.biz.
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U.S. Landscaping*
 Celebrating 10 Years of Serving the Huntsville Community
For the last 10 years, U.S. Landscaping, a division of
Conceptual Enterprises Inc., has been serving the Huntsville community
with top-notch lawn and landscaping services. Owners Michael and Tiffany
Hearn started the business in 1996. "When we first started out, we had a
truck and a couple of lawn mowers," Michael recalls. "Now we own all of our
equipment, service about 100 clients, and create 40-50 landscaping projects
a year."
U.S. Landscaping provides a unique and creative approach
to its full line of services. It specializes in complete landscape design,
installation, and maintenance, with an emphasis in custom courtyards and
water features. "We take pride in working with our clients to develop
landscaping and/or lawn packages that personally fit each customer," he
states. "Our goal is to develop and maintain an outdoor living space that is
set apart in both beauty and quality."
For a decade, U.S. Landscaping has been focusing on brick
and stone pathways, terraces, patios, natural rock boarders, waterfalls,
fountains, cupolas, pergolas, custom wrought iron, wood and iron fencing,
irrigation, lighting, and landscape design. In addition, its lawn
maintenance services include mowing, weed eating/edging, lot clean up, bed
maintenance... both chemical and manual, turf applications...pre and post
emergence, leaf removal, shrub and annual flower care, pruning, mulching,
basic tree care, aeration, over seeding, and sodding.
U.S. Landscaping is proud to be a part of the community
and volunteers with local business and civic organizations. It is a member
of the Madison Chamber of Commerce and the Huntsville-Madison County Home
Builders Association, and participates in the Community Changes program each
summer through CASA. U.S. Landscaping was a contributor to the 2006 Fall
Parade of Homes Showcase House in Lake Forrest subdivision where it
installed the custom courtyard.
Hearn, a North Alabama native, is most proud of his
family, wife Tiffany and sons Trey and Philip, and being a part of this
growing area. "I am from here and want to raise my children in this
wonderful community," he says.
For more information, contact U.S. Landscaping at (256)
468-6453 or via e-mail at
uslandscaping24@aol.com.
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Positively Transformed
Like chrysalis to butterfly, Nashville International
Airport’s (BNA) five-year terminal transformation will ultimately reveal a
refreshed spirit, provide opportunity for rejuvenation, and accurately
reflect the vibrancy of Music City. The ultimate benefits to be reaped by
the mid-South region once the renovation is complete are innumerable. Though
BNA won’t be altered overnight, it’s a metamorphosis in motion, currently in
the cocoon stage, with its phased-in approach beginning early this July, as
several new specialty retail and food concessions will commence operation,
including Quiznos, Famous Familia, Baja Burrito, Burger King, O’Charley’s,
Hudson News, Radio Road, Fly Babies, Spirit of the Red Horse, and Sunglass
Hut.
At a time when the Metropolitan Nashville Airport
Authority (MNAA) is embracing renewal, it also recently formalized the MNAA
brand, reflecting its customer focus and professionalism. Customer-focused
in keeping Music City flying high with accessible, safe, unique, and vibrant
facilities. And professional in its commitment to providing the broadest
array of competitive flight alternatives to the mid-South region.
BNA consumers will also notice a new symbol that embodies
the contemporary essence of the soon to be transformed terminal. A fresh
evolved logo, uplifting and airy, evoking emotion and motion of flight,
resonates Nashville’s musical heritage and is vividly representing the
heartbeat of the mid-South region…Nashville International Airport.
For more renovation information, visit
www.flynashville.com.
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TGIF Marketing*
 Doing A Common Thing
Uncommonly Well with Professional Residential Cleaning
TGIF Marketing is a cleaning and fine arts service that
provides its clients in the Huntsville and Madison communities with a unique
interior service that includes superb residential cleaning and customized
fine art services for your home. The mother/daughter team of Faye Groom and
Candace Sheppard-Jones enjoy working together to offer their clients
top-quality service. TGIF’s acronym stands for "Thank God I’m Forgiven," and
was born out of their desire to perform their God-given talents. "I’m a
perfectionist," Candace states, "I like to clean and organize things and my
Mom is the artistic one."
Candace first started in the cleaning business to
supplement her income after returning to Huntsville in 2003 and decided to
venture into it full time this year. TGIF services include vacuuming,
sweeping, dusting, mopping, garbage removal, cleaning stove/oven, and
cleaning refrigerators. In addition, Candace provides move-in/move-out and
before/after party clean-up. "We service a variety of clients, such as
seniors, singles, two-income families, and moms that need a little help,"
She says.
TGIF is licensed and bonded and caters its services to
each client by offering one-time, bi-weekly, and monthly contracts
(optional). In addition, she offers special discounts to clients that refer
new clients to the company.
In addition to the cleaning services, Faye offers
exquisite fine arts services with more than 35 years in the art industry.
Faye can create customized works of art for your home, such as
individual/family/pet portraiture(s), photo restoration and murals. Her
works have been on display in Boston, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, New
Orleans, Birmingham and Huntsville.
For more information, contact TGIF Marketing at (256)
859-3923 or at sheppardcandace@yahoo.com.
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Furniture Medic by Steve and Corinne Healy*
 The Prescription for Damaged Furniture
Furniture Medic by Steve and Corinne Healy is your
prescription for damaged furniture at your home or office. Owners Steve and
Corinne focus on repair and touch-up of furniture with on-site, same-day
service using advanced techniques and patented materials to restore
furniture and wood fixtures to "like new" condition.
After 22 years in the U.S. Army, Steve retired as a
Sergeant Major (E-9). Steve, along with his wife Corinne, opened the
Furniture Medic franchise in 1994 here in Huntsville. Steve concentrates on
the technical side of the business, while Corinne concentrates on the
administration and customer support. Steve’s passion for woodworking made it
an easy decision to provide the area with this unique service. "I’ve always
been a woodworker…over 30 years as a hobby…and I enjoy the satisfaction of
restoring something to its original state," Steve says.
Furniture Medic’s business philosophy is to do the job
right with prompt, courteous, and dependable service that saves customers
money with touch-up or repairing the piece as opposed to replacing it. "We
focus on customer satisfaction from the time you call Corinne for an
appointment until the end of the job. More than 90% of our customers are
either repeats or referrals," he states. "We think that says a lot about our
business."
What makes Furniture Medic different from refinishers is
it doesn’t advocate stripping and refinishing. Some of the services the
company offers for residential and commercial customers include antique and
heirloom restoration and repair; hand waxing for fine antiques; re-gluing
and stabilizing to repair loose joints in chairs, tables, and beds; piano
finish repair; parts fabrication to repair or replace broken wooden or metal
parts; moving damage inspections, estimates, and repairs; image enhancement
for commercial customers to touch up business furniture; and a deluxing
service for high gloss dining room and conference room tables.
For more information, contact Furniture Medic by Steve
and Corinne Healy at (256) 882-9298 or visit
www.4furnituremedic.com/AL/21169.
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Budget Blinds of East Huntsville*
 Beautiful and Comforting Home Improvement Trends
Budget Blinds of East Huntsville is your source for
beautiful and comforting home improvement trends. The company studies
current trends to help clients create a custom look for their home or office
with window treatments, such as plantation shutters, Roman shades, solar
shades, blinds, draperies, and more.
For 2007, Budget Blinds is seeing the trend for soft
blues, greens, turquoises, and browns for a beach cottage look or
richer browns, mustards, and maroons, for a more global look. Woven
woods, roller shades, shutters and Roman shades are all products you can use
to achieve either of these looks. Also, soft treatments are making a
comeback. If you think heavy draperies when you hear "soft treatments",
think again—Roman shades come in a variety of styles. Bundling, the practice
of layering two or more window treatments on one window, is also very strong
this year. And, embellishments are in. Roller shades are now sporting
beading, scalloped edges and decorative pulls, a far cry from the plain
versions of the past. You can easily coordinate the Roller shades with
drapery panels or under a drapery valance for a more finished look.
Budget Blinds focuses on providing clients with a
simplified process to complete their home or office transformation. "Our
window-covering specialists come directly to your home to display samples
and options," Tom Wright, franchise co-owner with his wife, Lee, states.
"Once the customer decides on treatments, colors, and extras, we measure the
windows to ensure proper fit, order, and then professionally install the
product. The customer never needs to leave their home to shop for window
coverings."
Tom and Lee Wright purchased the Budget Blinds franchise
in November 2005 after seeing that the Huntsville area was a great community
for their family and business. They now reside in Harvest with their
daughters, Victoria and Audrey.
Budget Blinds has a style for every point of view. To schedule a free
in-home consultation or to request an informative design guide, contact the
company at (256) 489-5530, via e-mail at
tewright@budgetblinds.com, or
visit www.budgetblinds.com.
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Thelma Dawson, REALTOR*
 Experience the
Difference between Ordinary and EXTRAORDINARY Service in Real Estate!
It all began in 1985, when Thelma Dawson ("TD" to her
friends) became a REALTOR. The real estate market in North Alabama at that
time was just beginning to wake up and Thelma saw changes coming…and got
ready for it. "We have gone from a small town to an international market,"
TD says. "We’ve been positively influenced by the Internet, by the way
buyers and sellers are represented, by education requirements for REALTORS
and so much more. And one more major change was the introduction of the team
concept to real estate representation." This Team approach, exemplified
superbly by The Thelma Dawson Team, features a respected REALTOR who
surrounds and compliments herself with a number of competent and dedicated
professional real estate associates. This approach to real estate service
benefits clients and provides better representation through increased
availability and immediacy of attention. As Thelma says, "Time is important
to everyone and we value our clients’ time. Therefore, we want to be ready
to serve them when they need us."
The Thelma Dawson Team consists of 8 licensed
REALTORS, each with a specialty and focus, from administrative director to
buyer specialist. All are qualified to handle every aspect of the real
estate field. The team members are Jason Griffin, Valerie Miles, Joe Miles,
Lisa Miles, Phyllis Knox, Susan Kizziah and Lidia Sims. This organized group
of REALTORS works together at RE/MAX Madison.
The Thelma Dawson Team looks forward to the Spring
Tour of Homes and the Fall Parade of Homes, both sponsored by the
Huntsville/Madison County Builders Association. TD will represent many
builders and their homes in these important community events. This spring,
The Thelma Dawson Team proudly represents B.T. Neely Construction
(featured in this magazine) and a member of the Builder’s Guild in the new
development of McMullen Cove.
Experience the Difference between Ordinary and
EXTRAORDINARY Service in Real Estate. Contact The Thelma Dawson Team
at (256) 837-9911 or at
www.thelmadawson.com.
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Audio Insight*
 The Custom Residential
Audio/Visual Integrator for North Alabama
For more than seven years, Audio Insight has been
offering clients custom home theaters, whole house audio, home automation,
structured wiring, and superb service for system design, installation, and
presentation. Owner John Miller, a Huntsville native, first started in
electronics as a hobby and then designed and installed a/v systems for 10
years before founding Audio Insight.
Audio Insight provides unique systems for existing or new
construction homes, with 90 percent of its business from the homebuilder
industry. "We work directly with custom homebuilders, interior designers,
and the homeowner to assure that the client’s performance, budget, and décor
needs are met," Miller states. "We also provide services for individual
clients wishing to install custom home electronic systems with unique
capabilities."
Miller’s staff consists of System Consultant Michael
Johnson and four professional installers. Miller and Johnson design and
oversee the installation and programming of all systems to ensure
performance and reliability. Client Jim Ryan states, "As anyone who has
experienced a movie in my home theater will tell you, it spoils you. I will
never go out to watch a movie again! From the design phase to the ‘Grand
Premiere,’ this has been both a pleasant and illuminating experience."
Audio Insight assures satisfaction by providing superior
quality products and service, as well as staying knowledgeable on the latest
advancements. "There is always new technology evolving and it is our passion
to keep up with it and to know how to integrate it," Johnson says.
The company tailors each client’s systems according to
their needs. "Audio Insight does not provide a ‘one-size-fits-all’
solution," Miller explains. "We select the finest audio, video, and control
products available. Whether a client is looking for a dedicated media room
or a whole house control system, Audio Insight can design and integrate a
turn-key system." He continues, "We put the power and performance of today’s
technology right in your hand—figuratively and literally!"
To get the insight on audio, contact Audio Insight at
7540 South Memorial Parkway, Suite Q, (256) 885-1995,
john@audio-insight.com or
www.audio-insight.com.
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Grace Lutheran Church*
(NP)
 When you think about a church, most people today think of a place. When you
think about Grace Lutheran Church and School, they want you to think about
people. Not just any people, but a growing group of diverse people who are
passionately following Jesus Christ and impacting the community for Him.
They want you to think of a people who are making a difference in the lives
of others in Huntsville and throughout the world witnessing God’s love.
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