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Today is the 2nd to last post on our BNI business spotlight blog, you’ve read about most of the members – learned SO much about them & the successful businesses they run… and now its time to read about the man behind “The Clappers”! (that’s what they call us in Starbucks… if you came to visit – you’d know why!)
Iaan Hughes is the manager of Starbucks in Madison Park & I met him about three years ago when he agreed to let the Madison Marketeers take over his meeting room every Wednesday. (THANK YOU!) At first it was pretty casual; a few hellos here and there – but then I found out how cool he was… and now – he couldn’t get rid of us if he tried! Iaan is such a great guy – a huge supporter of all of his local coffee drinkers, he takes the time to get to know all the people & not to mention he has a rotating art exhibit in the meeting room – (any supporter of the arts is a friend of mine!). When I told Iaan about this fun BNI blog project he was excited to be a part of it – AAND I got to learn so much about him! We live in the same neighborhood, he loves country music, works on the RADIO and does a mean Elvis impersonation!
Here is one of my favorite shots of Iaan from our photo-shoot day:
A little info first please:
Your Name? Iaan Hughes What do you do & Where? Manager of the Madison Park Starbucks
How can we reach you? stop on by: 4000 E. Madison St. Seattle, WA 98112 – call me: 206.329.3736
Now – tell us more!
1) How long have you been in your business? 6 years with Starbucks and 3 at the Park.
2) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? Fortunately, they chose me!
3) What has BNI done for your business? Well, they boost my Wednesday sales, which is great (and thank you). At least once a meeting the BNI group bursts into applause just as someone walks into the store which makes it sound like we’re all clapping for them and even after all these years that still makes me laugh. Sometimes the customer bows or waves their hands like a pageant princess, it’s all quite hilarious and gives a good vibe to the afternoon.
4) What are your goals? Starbucks has been a great company to work for and I hope to continue with them.
5) What do you like most about work? We spend so much of our waking life working there has to be something more than a paycheck and for me it’s the people I get to talk to everyday. They’re interesting and smart and funny, for the most part, and there’s a certain joy that comes along with service. Sounds crazy, but it’s true.
6) What is an average day like for you? Up at 3:45 a.m., out the door by 4:25 a.m. and walking into the store by 4:45 a.m. Then it’s all about brewing coffee, talking about the Mariners, the weather, the newest pothole on lake Washington Blvd., and all the backroom admin stuff that makes all the fun stuff possible.
7) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? Coffee and People.
8) What sets you apart from your competitors? My staff and I really care about the service with give and beverages we make.
9) Describe your dream client: The one that comes in everyday and smiles back at me.
10) Where can people find you or read about you? iaanhughes.wordpress.com (but only if you like dusty old country and rockabilly records)
11) Any Hobbies?? I host two weekly radio shows on KBCS 91.3 (and online at www.kbcs.fm) The Outskirts on Thursday afternoons from 12noon to 3pm featuring all sorts of Americana and roots music. Walkin’ the Floor on Sunday mornings from 6am to 9am featuring classic country and rockabilly music like Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline. (don’t forget to vote for Iaan as the BEST of Western WA HERE)
12) What would you like people to know about you… your business and why they should hire you! National Syndication?
WONDERFUL!! Thank you Iaan for letting us invade your space – we LOVE being here, love the space, LOVE the atmosphere you help create and we are happy to be the applause for your incoming customers!
So, now that you know more about Iaan & his Starbucks, you’ll have to come by – grab a cup of coffee (or toffee nut latte – that’s my favorite!) and join us for an exciting BNI meeting.
(P.S – this Starbucks is SO cool, its pretty much an every day occurrence where you see one or more celebrities… but don’t tell anyone I told you.)
I couldn’t resist – here are a few fun shots from earlier in our shoot:
Bryan Tagas is the author of the Madison Park Blogger – a great site where you can read all the happenings of the best destination within the city; Madison Park! We first exchanged email a few months back when he happened to catch the spotlight of Catherine Parker (my favorite acupuncturist), THEN I found out he is Margo Spellman’s husband, he goes to Doc Amy VanQuaethem (me too!), and is a client of Leslie Gallaher. (the ten fingers of truth massage therapist!) We have SO much in common – we were destined to meet. =) So this morning we met at the Essential bakery on Madison for coffee to chat about work, life and all of our mutual friends and NO WAY will you believe what happened! About 20 minutes before I got there a dump-truck lost control, sideswiped a car (two I believe) then right into the building on the corner!! Such excitement! Thankfully no one was hurt – and luckily I had my camera in hand!!
Here are a couple of shots of the accident… (just because it is a crazy one! The news crew was all over the place!) You can read the full story {HERE}
Here is a photo of Bryan – you should check out his blog too! Very entertaining, here is a link: http://madisonparkblogger.blogspot.com/
Today’s featured member is Debbie Sylvester of Defranco Merril Insurance – Debbie & I met about 4 years ago now when the Madison Marketeers started up. BUT I had heard about her long before that! (all good things of course!) We were in the original chapter (Seattle’s Best) but missed each other by just a few months (she left in May I joined in July) she also knew Ryan from his Trash Busting days. Seattle seemed so big… until joining BNI! I have to say – my day gets brighter whenever I see Debbie. She is wonderful – always upbeat, full of smiles and great stories from her kids, her dogs and her love of sports. Oh – not to mention Debbie helps me out with my business insurance and I don’t even worry about falling into the ocean with my new camera because she’s got me covered!! (THANK YOU DEBBIE!)
Debbie’s daughter Christine just got married last weekend down in San Diego (I can’t wait to see the photos!) but right before she left we had a little coffee date, we talked about life, work and of course BNI! We snapped a few photos outside our favorite Starbucks – here is on of my fav’s:
Tell Us:
Who are you? Debbie Sylvester
What do you do & Where? Insurance Agent (life/business/home/auto) Defranco – Merril Insurance
How can we reach you? debbie@defranco-merrill.com, 206.723.1680, P.O Box 18227, Seattle, WA 98118
Now – tell us more!
1) How long have you been in your business? 25 + years How about BNI? 9+ years
2) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? The people (hands down!) have such integrity – I couldn’t not join the group.
3) What has BNI done for your business? Growth has been huge, not only do I get an amazing amount of business but I am also a better agent because I have so many people to refer my clients to.
5) What do you like most about work? Working with people. I love the relationship aspect.
6) What is an average day like for you? I get up early and get all of my office work finished in the morning so I can spend the afternoons meeting with clients. (and occasionally sneaking away for a mariners game!)
7) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? Personal and small business insurance.
8) What sets you apart from your competitors? I really take the time to educate my clients and make sure I am available day & night for them. Also I am happy to give advice on what to do in situations – I help people make the best choice for them.
9) Describe your dream client: Everyone! Every person out there would be a great referral for me – everyone needs insurance!
10) Where can people find you or read about you? Website, Facebook
11) Any Hobbies?? I LOVE baseball & of course I am a Volleyball Mom!
12) Why did you get into this business? Honestly, I started in the dental field and took some time off when I had my kids & did some work as a temp – one of the offices I was temping in requested me back and asked me to stay!
13) Do you travel for work? Of course – I take my laptop everywhere!
15) What would you like people to know about you… your business and why they should hire you! Well, they know when they meet with me that I will give them honest answers, will take the time to explain coverages and ALWAYS help them when they need it. For me as I said before it is more about the relationship for long term – getting them the coverages they need to be safe and the education they need to make them feel secure.
So, now that you know more about Debbie & what she does – its time to give her a call! I know myself and at least two other photographer friends utilize her services, so you should too! =) Here is her contact info one more time:
debbie@defranco-merrill.com, 206.723.1680, P.O Box 18227, Seattle, WA 98118
If you are interested in visiting our BNI chapter to see if it would be a good fit to help grow your business, please do so! We meet on Wednesday from 1-2:30 at the Starbucks in Madison Park. You can email our President, Mr. Travis Banducci if you have any questions. travis@thedetailors.com
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If you have ever been in Madison Park on a Wednesday and stopped by the Starbucks on 40th & Madison around lunch time you will notice, the energy is a little higher, there is a LOT of laughter and clapping going on behind those swinging doors and I am told that the patrons of the main store are just a little happier that day, sales are a little higher for the staff and babies cry less. Okay, I made that last one up – hee hee BUT who doesn’t love applause? Really! When you attend a meeting of BNI people clap after you talk and I LOVE it! Which is why we are referred to as “The Clappers” and people always want to know who we are and what we are doing in there. Well – now is your chance to learn, tell your friends and even come to visit!
You got it – today is Wednesday – the greatest day, (Pilates with Nicole @ Kiniseo) and BNI with all of the people you have been reading about at the Starbucks in Madison Park. Since April of this year I have been telling you about a different member each week, you’ve been able to see a photo and read a little bit about who they are & what they do. Now its time to come and visit!!! We only have 4 more members to introduce you to and I think we should do it in person!!
So, consider this your invitation (just in case you don’t get one in the mail!).
When: September 16th, 2009 (that’s wednesday of course!)
Time: 1-2:30pm (best to come early, so we can chat! I usually get there 12:30- 12:45)
Where: The Starbucks in Madison Park 4000 E. Madison St, Seattle, WA 98112
Prepare: Bring LOTS of business cards 30-50 and any promotional material you have to share – oh, and you will have a minute to stand up, tell us who you are, what you do and how we can help you. (its easy!)
Cost: Only the price of the coffee you wish you purchase @ Starbucks
RSVP: Lucinda O’Halloran - lucinda@spiritgardendesign.com
I’m sure you are wondering WHO exactly I am talking to – you silly!! Even though there is only one profession per chapter its great to get out meet new business owners – extend your network, meet people who are genuinely interested in helping you grow your business. (Its the giver’s gain theory) Its a great idea to learn about BNI – networking – and growing by giving even if this isn’t the “best” time for you to join. We’ve all learned its never the perfect time for anything – just put yourself out there!!
So, businesses we are specifically looking for: (if you know them, please forward this invite onto them!)
Hair Dresser, Graphic Designer, Caterer, (ehem! KATE! cough!) Health Insurance, Interior Designer (ede… i know you read this, we miss you!) Auto Mechanic, (Tony w/ affordable tire and brake, can you hear me?!?) event planner, (here is some pressure – I know there are a lot of you girls out there who would really benefit from coming!! plus, we have christopher flowers!!) printer, (everyone in the group has printing needs!) architechtural photographer, Pre Paid Legal, Banker - TIM! Get over here! (you know…. not to put anyone on the spot! hee hee!!)
So – I’m looking forward to seeing you on September 16th at the Starbucks in Madison Park and learning about you & your businesses!!
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Our chapter is a small part of BNI, there are over 30 chapters in the Seattle area – each chapter allows only one person per profession (yup, photographer position is already filled) BUT there are over 30 other fabulous chapters that you can attend!! Check out the website www.bninw.com & you can find the perfect chapter for you.
Hooray for Wednesday – because its almost Friday and its also BNI Business Spotlight Day!! Todays featured member of the Madison Marketeers is the amazing, the magnificent, the illustrious Kent Welsh. Kent was one of the very first members I met when joining BNI (5 something years ago). – He is the reason I am in the Madison Marketeers, the reason I am a home owner and hands down Kent is THE most honest & genuine person I know. He always puts other people first – always. Let me put it this way – if Kent were to win the lottery today and become a billionaire (fingers crossed!) you would have to say, “He is someone who really deserved it, good for him.” and would be 100% happy for him! =) (Kent, you are the best!)
This morning, we had coffee at the Essential Baking Co. for our one to one – we talked about family (his wonderful son Jake – happy birthday!) business (its a GREAT time to buy a house) and of course BNI (we are really going to miss you Leslie!)
In Kent’s words:
Who are you, What do you do & Where?
Kent Welsh ~ Elita Real Estate residential real estate in the greater Seattle area
How can we reach you? kent@kentwelsh.com ~ Elita real estate 4111 E Madison St # 320 Seattle WA 98112 ~ 206-297-1557
Now – tell us more!
1) How long have you been in your business? 12 years How about BNI? I don’t know…7 years?
2) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? Wasn’t I the president? (hee hee! Kent was one of the founding members of the Madison Marketeers – THANKS KENT!)
3) What has BNI done for your business? It took a year to get the first referral that closed, but since then it has been up to 60% of my annual business.
4) What are your goals? Create a stable nurturing environment for my son, get my Brokers license, and manage the real estate side of Elita’s business, longer term is to orchestrate my life to have 6 to 8 weeks off in a row to travel Europe with my son.
5) What do you like most about work? Negotiations and navigating difficult situations, working with people and all the variables and interest that brings.
6) What is an average day like for you? Fast and fun!
7) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? Residential Sales
8) What sets you apart from your competitors? Core competency, fully understanding the language of contracts and negotiating. Mostly negotiating.
9) Describe your dream client. Someone like me. With lots of money and a desire to live in a nice home.
10) Where can people find you or read about you? (this is your chance to brag awards, accomplishments here) Seattle Magazines Best of Real Estate 4 years running, www.kentwelsh.com,
11) Any Hobbies?? Woodworking, problem solving, board games, hiking, climbing, kayaking.
12) Why did you get into this business? Natural progression form being a carpenter and general contractor.
13) Do you travel for work? Very mobile, but all local.
15) What would you like people to know about you… your business and why they should hire you! I have the skills, experience, and ethics to take better care of them than they would.
So – now that you know so much more about Kent Welsh & Elita Real Esatate – you can give him a call with any of your real estate questions. Kent has an amazing team working with him – he has great referrals for contacts with your mortage, insurance, escrow companies – with the chaos of the housing industry it is important to have good people on your side!
Here is Kent’s contact info one more time:
Kent Welsh ~ kent@kentwelsh.com ~ Elita real estate 4111 E Madison St # 320 Seattle WA 98112 ~ 206-297-1557
If you are interested in visiting our BNI chapter to see if it would be a good fit to help grow your business, please do so! We meet on Wednesday from 1-2:30 at the Starbucks in Madison Park. You can email our President, Mr. Travis Banducci if you have any questions. travis@thedetailors.com
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Today is Wednesday – one of my faaavorite days!! BNI! Today’s featured member is none other than the fabulous – gorgeous – hysterical – full of energy – wonderful Trish Ratcliff!!
I was lucky enough to meet Trish about three years ago when she joined BNI, we had a dance card (coffee date) and right away I knew… she was one of the good ones! Since then, we’ve gone shopping, met for cocktails, met each others families (who I also love! Hi Dale, Trista, Heather & Jackson!) and of course had more than a couple of makeovers! Trish keeps me stocked up in moisturizers, foundation, eye/lip/cheek color – you name it, I’ve got it in my makeup bag!
Last week Trish & I met at the Tully’s on Mercer Island (the same place we had our first one to one!) and we snapped a few photos, here is one of my favorites:
To start us off: Who are you & how can we reach you?
Trish Ratcliff – Independant Beauty Consultant – Mary Kay
Call me: 206.604.2636 Email me: ratcliffpatricia@aol.com Order Product: http://www.marykay.com/pratcliff2
1. How long have you been in business? I have been in Mary Kay for a combined total of 15 yrs. What about BNI? I have been a member of BNI 3 years
2.What made you choose the Madison Marketeers? At the time I was not looking for a network group but, was invited to attend a meeting of the Madison Marketeers and I really enjoyed the quality and personality of the group!
3. What has BNI done for your business? BNI has brought me several different avenues to expand my Mary Kay business.
4. What are your goals? My goals for this year is to be Mary Kays Queens Court of Sales for 2010. We just started out fiscal year so I am really motivated! In the next few years I would like to build a very strong customer base, so when my husband retires we can still play, (like trips to Europe)
5. What do you like most about work? Mary Kay brings me the opportunity to meet all kinds of people. Everyone has a story and I love giving them something that makes them feel better about themselves…
6. What is a typical day for you? That is what I like about being able to set my own hours with Mary Kay, I am my own boss.
Sometimes it is meeting people in person or communicating via email or phone. Every day is different I Love that!!
7. Is there anything you specialize in your business? Teaching people about taking care of their skin is fun, without healthy skin, any cosmetics is not going to give you the effect you want. Your face is the first impression people have about you.
8. What sets you apart from your competitors? Being able to try before you buy in the privacy of your home and the satisfaction that you are working with a company that has been around for 46 years.
9. Describe your dream client: A dream client is one that regularly uses several products in Mary Kay’s skin care line
10. Where can people read about you? Well most of the published recognition is within the Mary Kay world….I have one several prizes and in my first career with Mary Kay I won a car.
11. Any hobbies? I love to paint on canvas which is both hobby and I have been fortunate to sell my artwork. Also I am a big reader of all kinds…drama, spiritual, biography, history
12. Why did you get into this business? Initially when my daughter was 5 years old and I was a single parent, and wanted the extra income. I was a consultant and director for several years and then went on to do other things. About six years ago I decided to be a consultant for the same reason only to build for our retirement years…same goal, different stage of life!
13. Do you travel for work? Not at the moment although I do have business in other states. I offer free shipping of the Mary Kay product to my clients everywhere.
14. What is one interesting fact about you? I belong to a club in Seattle ,the Woman Century Club which is over a hundred years old. It was started by some of the original Suffragette women who fought for the right for women to vote. Women have only had this right since 1920.
15. What would you like people to know about you… your business & why they should hire you? I love taking care of your special skin care and cosmetics needs and finding what product works best for you. I specialize in doing fundraisers, making gift baskets, whether it is one to one or in a group setting, just girlfriends having fun.
Hooray!! Now that you know so much more about Trish & her Mary Kay business you can call her if you have any questions or want to set up a consultation – they are a LOT of fun!! Here is her contact info one more time:
Trish Ratcliff – Independant Beauty Consultant – Mary Kay
Call me: 206.604.2636 Email me: ratcliffpatricia@aol.com Order Product: http://www.marykay.com/pratcliff2
If you are interested in visiting our BNI chapter to see if it would be a good fit to help grow your business, please do so! We meet on Wednesday from 1-2:30 at the Starbucks in Madison Park. You can email our President, Mr. Travis Banducci if you have any questions. travis@thedetailors.com
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Its BNI business spotlight time!! Today’s featured member is none other than the wonderful Dr. Catherine Darley – she is a naturopathic doctor specializing in sleep. (we all could use better sleep couldn’t we?) I met Catherine when she joined our chapter about 7 months ago and have had a really great time getting to know her! She has an amazing office down on Third Ave (one of my favorite buildings in Seattle!). Last week Catherine and I sat down for a cup of coffee and spent an hour talking about business, life and best of all crazy travels! I would love to tell you where (its killing me not to) but I think she is going to use it for her next presentation, so I’ll keep it secret… for now.
We of course snapped a few photos – here is one of my favs:
Tell us a little bit about you:
Catherine Darley, ND – The Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine
How can we reach you?:
ddarley@naturalsleepmedicine.net – 206-624-9950
In Catherine’s words:
1) How long have you been in your business? Since May of 2007 – I joined BNI in December of 2008
2) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? The group was very professional and I liked that.
3) What has BNI done for your business? BNI has introduced me to some very sincere business professionals with the entrepreneur mindset, it has helped me come up with new ideas and realize what a great investment networking is!
4) What are your goals? My goal is to make Seattle have healthier sleep. There is nothing better than being well rested!
5) What do you like most about work? My favorite part of work is that “AH HA” moment when it really clicks and they (my patients) can see they too can have good healthy sleep.
6) What is an average day like for you? In daily life – my family comes first, I really enjoy spending time with them. Then it is off to the office where I meet with clients, work on writing articles, proposals and work on my public speaking presentations.
7) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? Sleep, definitely sleep. I help people re-learn good and healthy sleeping habits.
8) What sets you apart from your competitors? Well – I’m really the only one! I take the naturopathic view – very holistic and am always taking classes and continuing my education.
9) Describe your dream client: It would be someone who has not slept in 20 years, a person who is motivated to take steps day by day to get to that healthy happy place in their life.
10) Do you Travel for work? I travel often for education – but as far as seeing clients, appointments can often be done over the phone.
11) Any Hobbies?? Gardening, Environmental Activism, Volunteering
12) Why did you get into this business? I feel that a crucial part of health that is often overlooked is sleep and needs to be addressed. Also, I disagree with the macho view of “5 hours is enough for me” attitude, when it really isn’t good for anyone!
13) What is one interesting fact about you? As part of my daily routine I consciously take a moment each evening to think about my clients and wish them good night. I believe good thoughts, wishes and prayers are a great way to help in the healing process.
If you sleep better, you’ll feel better – think clearer – you’ll be more creative and overall enjoy life a little more. So, if you know someone who would like to see the world in a new & brighter way (by being awake!)– have them call Dr. Catherine! Here is her info one more time:
Catherine Darley, ND – The Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine
ddarley@naturalsleepmedicine.net – 206-624-9950
If you are interested in visiting our BNI chapter to see if it would be a good fit to help grow your business, please do so! We meet on Wednesday from 1-2:30 at the Starbucks in Madison Park. You can email our President, Mr. Travis Banducci if you have any questions. travis@thedetailors.com
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Hello Wednesday!! We are more than halfway through our fabulous BNI spotlight project and I am VERY excited today to bring you Catherine Parker of Acupuncture in the Park. I met Catherine about 4 1/2 years ago when she came to visit our BNI group, we could tell immediately (and you will too) that she is an amazing woman. Beautiful, honest, well spoken, very intelligent – the kind of person we all strive to be! Over the years I have been lucky enough to photograph her & her family in a few different settings and really get to know her. One of my favorite things about Catherine is that she really walks the talk!! When she gives advice, she always researches the answer (so well read) and best yet – she follows her own advice and lives a healthy lifestyle. Catherine is an inspiring woman and I feel lucky to have her as my acupuncturist and friend.
So last week, Catherine & I met for lunch at Cafe Flora (the greatest veggie restaurant EVER!) and snapped a few photos, here is one of my favorite:
A little info first please:
Who are you & how can we reach you?
Catherine Parker – Acupuncture in the Park, llc
1823 38th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
206.799.8947, chparker3@gmail.com
Now – tell us more!
1) How long have you been in your business? How about BNI? This is my 5th year in business & I’ve been in BNI for 4 ½ years. (and I love it!)
2) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? The location made it an easy choice & Bastyr (where I received my education) informed us that it would be a great idea to help grow our businesses. Although I really made my decision when I met Leslie who was giving chair massage at Pharmaca and she invited me to visit. (Thank You Leslie!)
3) What has BNI done for your business? BNI really helped me get my business on track with my logo, website, public speaking – not to mention the referrals!
4) What are your goals? I really strive for balance in my life – always learning and advancing in the things I love most.
5) What do you like most about work? I love to help people feel better. To help balance their bodies and get rid of the pain. My favorite ailment to work on is the sinus infection, acupuncture is a GREAT way to treat the sinus.
6) What is an average day like for you? My day (the good ones) include reading, working out & meeting with clients. (Wednesdays are always a favorite)
7) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? There is – I specialize in sinus infections, knees & elbows, muscular skeletal, and joint pain.
8) What sets you apart from your competitors? Not many acupuncturists offer their clients the cold laser that I do – it is a wonderful tool to help fight infections. I also love that I have the ability to refer my clients to amazing people to help them heal (my favorite chiropractor & massage therapist).
9) Describe your dream client – A person who loves & responds well to acupuncture. Specifically anyone who comes from a referral.
10) Where can people find you or read about you? People can find me on my website: http://www.catherineparkeracupuncture.com/ also I am on the Board of Regents at Bastyr
11) Any Hobbies?? Of course! Horticulture, flower arranging judge, tennis, reading, knitting and water color painting.
12) Do you travel for work? I travel often for continuing education – as far as traveling for work, I do travel to visit my clients in the retirement home. Sometimes it is easier for me to go to them.
13) What would you like people to know about you… I have a beautiful family, a wonderfully supportive husband, three very successful kids & Rosie our family dog.
So now that you know more about Catherine Parker & her acupuncture business – feel free to give her a call and set up a consultation, right away you will see – she is the BEST!
Here is her contact info one more time:
Catherine Parker – Acupuncture in the Park, llc
1823 38th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
206.799.8947, chparker3@gmail.com
If you are interested in visiting our BNI chapter to see if it would be a good fit to help grow your business, please do so! We meet on Wednesday from 1-2:30 at the Starbucks in Madison Park. You can email our President, Mr. Travis Banducci if you have any questions. travis@thedetailors.com
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Wednesdays are my FAVORITE days! Not just because they are BNI spotlight days, not just because they are BNI meeting days – but because they are PILATES DAYS! I met Nicole just a little over a year ago and it couldn’t have been better timing – she was just starting her pilates business + I LOVE pilates = perfect match! Not to mention she is ridiculous & fun – we have the BEST time chatting the morning away. If you didn’t know, chatting makes working out way easier, the hour just flies by!
A couple of weeks ago, Nicole & I met at her studio in Madison Valley (right behind The Essential Baking Company) to snap a couple of portraits for her business portrait, she is just so cute they were all great but this is one of my favorites:
A little info first please:
Who are you? Nicole Potts
What do you do & Where? Pilates Instructor – Kinesio Pilates -Madison Park
How can we reach you? 206.484.5865 – 2719 E. Madison St., Ste #101, Seattle, WA 98112 – nicolepotts@mac.com
Now – tell us more!
1) How long have you been in your business? How about BNI? I’ve been teaching for 2 years and in BNI for 1 fabulous year.
2) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? I joined the Madison Marketeers first of all for the location, but then really loved the members – they are silly & fun yet there is enough seriousness that really makes this group work well.
3) What has BNI done for your business? BNI has been huge in my success – about 50% of my clients come from BNI (Thank You!), the group has also given me a lot of confidence to try new things and of course it really helps with public speaking.
4) What do you like most about work? I love learning & applying what I’ve learned to my clients to help improve their workout and overall the quality of their lives.
5) What is an average day like for you? It is filled with daily rituals like spending time with my family, working out, focusing on growing my business & any chance I get – going to see the Mariners play!
6) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? I really enjoy rehabilitating athletes – Golfers, baseball players, swimmers – during each workout we customize the routines for each person to help them excel in their sport.
7) What sets you apart from your competitors? (Besides being way cuter than all the rest?!) Well – each week the body changes and has different issues, I make sure to pay attention and change the workout to fit their needs that day.
8) Describe your dream client: A fun person who isn’t uptight, loves to work towards getting in shape and wants to get the most out of their workout.
9) Where can people find you or read about you? Biznik, LinkedIn, Facebook, & coming soon www.kinesiopilates.com
10) Any Hobbies?? I am a tri-athlete and love to train, listen to music, read & of course travel!
11) Why did you get into this business? I wanted to help people & I have a true passion & love for fitness and would like to help people live a healthy cohesive life!
12) Do you travel for work? I would love to teach pilates all over the world!
13) What is one interesting fact about you? In 1988 I was the Miss White Rock Pageant Queen!
14) What would you like people to know about you… your business and why they should hire you! When you come to see me, you will see – I am not intimidating – I will be your personal trainer, help you create goals get you on a program (that isn’t too strict) to reach those goals so you will be a healthy, happy, well balanced person!
So – if you know someone looking for a fabulous new workout – have them call Nicole! Here is her info one more time:
Nicole Potts – Pilates Instructor – Kinesio Pilates -Madison Park
206.484.5865 – 2719 E. Madison St., Ste #101, Seattle, WA 98112 – nicolepotts@mac.com
If you are interested in visiting our BNI chapter to see if it would be a good fit to help grow your business, please do so! We meet on Wednesday from 1-2:30 at the Starbucks in Madison Park. You can email our President, Mr. Travis Banducci if you have any questions. travis@thedetailors.com
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