Highlights of Weekly Speakers - Plus, see the archive below!

December 28, 2006 - Tom Borgaro from TJB Plumbing - One seldom thinks of plumbing as a 'craft,' but this is just how it is with Tom Borgaro of TJB Plumbing.  He brings 32 years of experience to every job he does, and personally handles all the work. Consequently, his business has grown exponentially, and he is equally comfortable with residential, commercial and industrial projects.  Tom's work is high tech and efficient, and he offers free estimates for your next plumbing project.
December 28, 2006 - June Marshall from Junes Gym - Personal trainer June Marshall brings her 'virtual gym' right to your door.  Her program focuses on the big three of physical well-being: Flexibility, Cardiovascular Health, and Physical Strength.  A large part of June's training philosophy is to overcome the body's natural tendency to conserve energy by s-t-r-e-t-c-h-i-n-g physical boundaries all the way to good health. She delights in working one-on-one, or with families, men, women, seniors.  And, in your one hour session she will design your custom fitness regime.
December 21, 2006 - “Payroll, is payroll, is payroll,” says Evan Alicakos, vice president of Advanced Payroll Solutions.

But, he went to explain that, when it comes to the competition, the Advanced
Payroll Solutions difference is pioneering, proactive customer service.
Evan’s company specializes in personalizing service to its customers.  This
means reminder calls each time your payroll is due, thus making it as easy
as possible to get this time consuming chore off your desk, and, accurately
and efficiently handled.  Whether you have one employee or 250, Advanced
Payroll Solutions is ready and waiting to serve your payroll needs—to free
you to focus on your business.
December 14, 2006 - Randy Winston - After earning his degree in Biology and Physical Education, with doctoral work in kinesthesiology and a stint at teaching, Randy realized he wanted a career with new horizons.  Since 1983, his company has specialized in serving the insurance needs of auto dealerships in New York, New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.  In addition, this independent agency offers personal, homeowners, auto, contractors' and manufacturers' policies.  His objectives include assuring that policies are written to include replacement cost vs. market value.

December 14, 2006 - Attorney David K. Whitlock holds degrees from the University of Michigan, Rutgers and New York University.  Specializing in estate planning, Medicaid
planning and wills and trusts, this Glen Rock, New Jersey native is headquartered in the Atrium building in Paramus.  The estates range from starter plans to $l00,000,000+. David created an informative quiz to test LeTip members’ tax planning savvy—all part of his objective to ‘keep the government out of your pocket.”
December 07, 2006 - George Tsairis from George A. Tsairis Architects, P.C., in Wyckoff, NJ says "cost should not dictate design". George typically assembles the team of builders, plumbers and electricians. The word architect simply means that he should know everything better than his team of suppliers. George often offers alternatives for various construction management.

December 07, 2006 - Josh Walter, from One Communications, in Hackensack, NJ concentrates his efforts on personalized service, unbeatable rates and he handles all the paperwork needed for a smooth transition to his company. He gives every new client his home and cell numbers in case of emergency.

November 30, 2006 - Craig Lynch, from Complete Home Inspection. When Craig Lynch arrives for a home inspection, he’s a man ready to WORK no necktie, white shirt and clipboard for Craig.  He is prepared to do whatever it takes to get the job done right—even getting up on the roof to check its condition.  Craig is equipment savvy and carries a tool belt with $2,000 worth of testing equipment, digital cameras, and a satchel resplendent with every item needed for his signature “complete” home inspection (including spares).  And, customers can expect him to be around for a while—although the average inspection takes 2 hours, Craig’s are double that time (at the same price), and include his “EZ to Read Home Inspection Report.”







November 30, 2006 - Keith Verkem, from Glen Rock Digital Photo says spontaneity is the Key to Successful Portraiture. For the last five years, Keith has focused on corporate event photography, commercial and advertising work and portraits.  His is a full service photography shop, since he also offers a photo lab and printing for his customers and other professionals. The father of two small children, Keith takes special pleasure in the spontaneity of children when it comes to their portraits. The opportunity to get such photos is often fleeting, so being ready to get the elusive shot when it is presented is the key to capturing the joy of the moment that is childhood.



November 16th, 2006 - Gregg Trentham, Don't Put Your Financial "Eggs" in One Basket....Gregg Trentham of Edward Jones will tell you the key to successful investing is "Asset Allocation Diversity," In other words, don't put your financial eggs in one basket.  Among other "rules of the road," his Edward Jones research shows that individual stocks are more volatile than mutual funds, that it is best to stay in the market rather than reacting to every "blip" that comes along, and that since 1950, the third year of any presidential term is a good time to be in the market.  Gregg offers free, no obligation consultations to investors looking to change or improve their investment planning and retirement strategies. AAMS=Accredited Asset Management
Specialist.
November 16th, 2006 - Yuri Tchernossitov, Office Supplies De-Mystified. Yuri Tchernossitov will tell you the key to being successful in the office supply business is low overhead and service. These are watchwords for New Concept Office Supply's marketing philosophy.  The truth be told, all office supply companies buy from one or more of only THREE wholesale sources in the country.  The New Concept competitive edge is that it has no retail stores to support.  Further, this makes it possible for the company to offer highly competitive pricing,  The service part comes in with quick turnaround and FREE delivery.  Assembly (where needed) is available at New Concept's
dramatically lower rates because the company has its own  crews, rather than
jobbing it out. "No order is too small."
November 9th, 2006 - Dean Symeonides, CPA from Rochelle Park. Dean has specialized working with small businesses for 29 years.  He is one of those fortunate people who wakes up eager to go to work each morning.  With three partners and a staff of seven, he explores the tax nuances connected with each different industry he serves.  Dean says the keys to successfully serving such diverse clientele are knowing the numbers, and making sure there are no surprises.  As your accountant, Dean says, "I'm your partner and your advocate."
November 9th, 2006 - Dr. Michael Stewart, is a family Chiropractor from Glen Rock. Dr. Stewart made it clear that any profession can have an adverse affect on the fragile neck portion of the spine.  Using X-rays he demonstrated the typical misalignments occurring in various situations. Because he specializes in working with sports injuries, Dr. Stewart showed why the necks of football athletes are especially susceptible.
November 2nd, 2006 - Anne Marie Church, from AMC Marketing Group in Midland Park, Taking a Marketing Cue from Robert Burns…

“O what a gift that God could give us: to see ourselves as others see us.”

Anne Marie Church’s presentation to Le Tip members addressed the role marketing plays in assuring our companies’ messages are being clearly and cost effectively communicated to our marketplaces.  Using case studies, she went on to illustrate how to avoid getting so close to our own campaigns that we tell our market what we want to tell them, rather than addressing our markets’ needs.  With over 25 years in marketing, Anne Marie Church has integrated this philosophy into all her work. In its marketing reviews, direct mail campaigns, brochure copy, etc. amc marketing group. focuses on understanding the competition and addressing customers’ needs BEFORE introducing products and services.

November 2nd, 2006 - Costa Rodis, from Costa Rodis Computer Consulting:  
Cut Your Company’s Data Management & Processing Costs.Costaspoke with LeTip members about his company’s new service.  In addition to repairs and consultations, his firm will be offering to review the role of the computer in your small business.  Besides making sure you have the right hardware, he will also review your company’s existing software and systems needs from the perspective of efficiency and cost control.  He is then able to point out bottlenecks as well as instances where automation makes sense. Over the years, Costa’s efficiency studies have resulted in thousands of dollars saved for his satisfied customers. photos © 2006 Keith Verkem

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