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Thanks to the universe – and the WONDERFUL person who brought us DAILY CANDY (you brighten my day & help me find cool ways to spend my money!) BARBIE HULL PHOTOGRAPHY along with many other lovable wedding artists were mentioned in this mornings version of DAILY CANDY SEATTLE WEDDING GUIDE!!
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The Tao of I Do
Fall 2009 Wedding Guide
A wise man once said: All you need is love. With a ballooning guest list, an overly involved MIL, and a laissez-faire groom, you respectfully disagree.
Take a deep breath. Love, love, love. It’s easy with these simple principles.
Find a Guru
With eleven years of bridal industry know-how, Gown Diva Consulting’s Liz Navarro counsels you on the right dress shape for your body; where to find designers in your price range and style; and helps with ordering, alterations, accessories, and more.
Be Here Now
Make playfulness the day’s theme by hosting your ceremony or reception among treetops at TreeHouse Point. A renovated church-turned-nonprofit arts center, The Fremont Abbey uses all proceeds from events to fund community arts outreach.
Face the Day
Get down to basics with a brow design and signature facial that’ll make you glow from Katrina Rising at Cake. Then keep shine at bay while preserving makeup with luxurious Tatcha Aburatorigami blotting papers.
Exhibit Outer Piece
Incorporating satin ribbons, shell, horn, and leather on gold-plated backings, Monsieur Cocarde’s (monsieur.cocarde@gmail.com) custom brooches, boutonnieres, shoe accessories, and pendants make special keepsakes for your wedding party.
Live in the Moment
Don’t miss a second of your big day with a DVD by Aaron Horton Productions and Barbie Hull Photography’s scenic and specialized snapshots.
Commune with Nature
Patti Bosket’s woodsy and wonderful floral creations cater to the bride’s personal style. The designer also offers ecofriendly seasonal foliage and flowers. And Dahlia Press’s 100 percent cotton, tree-free paper and 100-year-old press lovingly craft elegant invitations.
The Art of Giving
Register at countless stores and sites and get suggestions from experts and price comparisons at Seattle-based Wishpot.com. Then surprise guests with a wedding cake that resembles a work of art from Chocolaz Artisan Cakes.
Appreciate the Little Things
Custom engagement rings and wedding bands from T. Anthony Sholdt use the finest metals and precious stones to commemorate the spirit of your ceremony and unique affection.
Prepare to kiss single life goodbye.
That was Zen; this is Tao.
Oh man! I wish I could win this!!
We’ve got an amazing giveaway for Get Hitched, Give Hope fans. Two stunning fascinators from Gina Romano Design. Perfect for your wedding day or any other day when you need to look outstanding!
How to win:
1) Leave a comment on this post, or…
2) Post about this giveaway on your own blog, or…
3) Tweet about it and include an @BeAGiver, or…
4) Do all THREE & have THREE chances to win!
Drawing will be made on Monday October 19th at 6pm PST.
GOOD LUCK!
[re-posted from Get Hitched Give Hope by Eliza with permission]
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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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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J.K Burwell and I have become instant friends when we first met for coffee (introduced by Ryan – thank you!) – We met as a one to one through BNI to learn more about each others business and it couldn’t have been a more perfect fit! She has been telling me about her fabulous husband Brian for some time now – and on Friday I finally got to meet him!
Brian Jaeger is the Business Accelerator Manager for Washington Cash - and let me tell you, Washington Cash is a place that EVERYONE needs to know about! It is amazing! You should read more on their WEBSITE, but basically – it is a place for people who need a little help get started in their own successful business! There are workshops, classes, offices available & other small business owners to brainstorm with. It was founded in 1995 & since then as helped approximately 1,600 low-income people to graduate from their business training courses, more than 750 businesses have been started or expanded, and 327 loans have been made to low income individuals, totaling $690,250. Washington CASH is the only microcredit program using the peer lending model in the state of Washington. Washington CASH helps individuals move from being in poverty to being small business owners and contributors to community revitalization.
A few weeks ago I went and visited one of the groups, we had a great discussion on the importance of professional portraits vs personal photos on your business websites. There are of course pros and cons to each side – but as always a happy medium. You want to show your clients who you are – that you are professional, but also when your personality comes through it helps attract the kinds of clients you work best with. (amen!)
Anywhoo (I’m a rambler today!) here are a couple shots of each small business owner photographed on picture day! Enjoy!!
J.K Burwell of Family Heritage – (supplemental cancer insurance policy)
Brian Jaeger with Washington Cash – (the greatest thing that has happened to people starting up small businesses!)
Lisa Bivens of Bivens Quick Account – (accounting & bookkeeping!)
Shaula Massena of NWSRI.com & Washington Cash (northwest sustainable and responsible impact)
Sonia Vargas of Sonia Begonia Studios (teaching super cute kids to play piano!)
I hope you’ve enjoyed the post today and have had time to peruse the links to learn more about the Washington Cash program, and maybe even one or more of these fabulous businesses!! =)
Have a wonderful day!
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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Welcome back to BNI Business Spotlight Wednesday! Today’s featured member is one of my favorite people – she is THE sweetest, kindest most caring individuals you will ever meet! Jen & I met almost four years ago (I think it was four years) when she used to be known as Jen Holeman, since then she married into a fabulous family and is now expecting her first baby (boy!) this fall!!
Two weeks ago Jen and I met for breakfast at our favorite neighborhood restaurant (that’s right, we’re neighbors!) the Blue Star – we laughed and talked the morning away and were both a little sad to have to go back to work. We probably could have stayed and chatted all day!! Here is one of the images we snapped, so you can see who Jen is:
Who are you? Jennifer Gaspar
What do you do & Where? Gaspar’s Handyman Services – We are a Seattle & family based Handyman Company on Capital Hill. Typically we work with homeowner’s who are frustrated with contractors only wanting to do large projects, who are fearful because they might be taken advantage of and who are embarrassed because their home does not reflect who they are or how they see themselves.
How can we reach you?: 1406 E Pine Seattle 98122 – 206-324-8199 – jeng@gaspars.com – www.gaspars.com –
Now tell us more – in Jen’s words:
1) How long have you been in your business? Gaspar’s has been in business for 35 years. I have been an account manager here for a year. How about BNI? Gaspar’s has been involved with BNI for 4 years but personally I have been involved for 6+ years.
2) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? – The people. They are like family.
3) What has BNI done for your business? It has allowed us to get our name out and to meet people who have connected with others (potential clients and connectors) to help our business grow.
4) What are your goals? (this year, 5 year, life?) This year I want to build relationships with 20 homeowners who move forward with small, medium and large home improvement projects. In life, I want to encourage smiles and have lots of amazing experiences with my family and friends.
5) What do you like most about work? Interacting with people and helping them through this process so it is smooth and stress free.
6) What is an average day like for you? Communicating to home owners where they are at in process, and making sure our team is meeting their needs & expectations.
7) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? Handyman services which are at least a day’s worth of work and small projects. Also, restoration & remodeling older homes.
8) What sets you apart from your competitors? High level of integrity – we are up-front about costs and are honest to our clients.
9) Describe your dream client – a busy couple who do not have the time to take care of their home but want it to be in wonderful condition. They want someone to manage everything so they don’t have to worry about anything. This couple also wants to do a small project in their kitchen & bathroom but do them in phases.
11) Any Hobbies?? Gardening, outdoors, boating, Pilates, triathlons, and traveling
12) Why did you get into this business? Wanted to be apart of the family business and help it grow.
So now you know a little more about Jen & her family business – if you know of a homeowner who wants to love the place they live, call Jen she will take care of them!!
Here is her contact info one more time:
Jen Gaspar, Gaspar’s Handyman Services
1406 E Pine Seattle 98122 – 206-324-8199 – jeng@gaspars.com – www.gaspars.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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Happy BNI Business Spotlight Day!!!
Today’s featured member is none other than our fearless leader – the President himself, Mr. Travis Banducci! Travis is not only the man who runs our BNI meetings each week but also the owner of Detail Oriented - everyone’s FAVORITE auto & marine detailing company. I met Travis about two years ago and right away you could tell what kind of person he is – honest, kind & incredibly sweet!
We had SO much fun at Cafe Ladro during our one to one (where we were probably way too loud snapping some HILARIOUS photos) mostly chatting about the BNI chapter, our businesses & Travis’s family, Jazmine (his beautiful wife) and his three incredibly smart kids (all under the age of 10 and better at computers than both of us) and of course Liam (his brother-in-law and one of the reasons his business is so successful!). Here is one of the photos we took that day:
So, first tell us – Who are you? What do you do? and How can we reach you?
Travis Banducci
Detail Oriented
Auto and marine detailing.
We offer a full service auto salon from an enthusiast level to high paint correction.
Call us: 888-697-1813
Email us: thedetailors@gmail.com
In Travis’s words:
1) How long have you been in your business? We started detailing cars in the year 2000.
2) How about BNI? I have been a member with the Madison Marketeers for coming up on 2 years.
3) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? (over other groups) The Madison Marketeers have a certain energy within the chapter that is unparralled with any other group I visited. A welcoming, uninhibited, fun experience every time.
4) What has BNI done for your business? BNI has expanded my skills in public speaking, networking, and people skills. As far as our business goes we have grown consistently with a great referral network since day 1. People in the chapter look out for you and qualify referrals well. It’s been a very positive experience for our company.
5) What are your goals? (this year, 5 year, life?) We hope to have a few divisions. A consumer grade company, offering quality detailing, affordable to the general public. Like a Jiffy Lube if you will. Then a high end shop offering paint correction, wet sanding, and minor body repair for the discerning client or people who collect and show cars. There would only be one of these and I would work there for sure. After this a boat division that expands into fuel polishing, bimini fitting and repair, eisenglass sales and installation, bilge services…not just detailing. A full spectrum of boat needs all in one company.
6) What do you like most about work? I have a passion for detailing on a high end level and love the result of a high quality finished product. I love learning new techniques and figuring out how to fix mistakes. Most of all I love the clients and meeting new people. Creating good relationships is very important to me and I try my best to get to know my clients on a personal level even if I never see them again.
7) What is an average day like for you? I keep busy. An average day will consist of being on the phone a lot. I typically handle all the calls and client questions. Liam, our head detailer, is usually on the road or on job sites making it happen. He’s a pro. I enjoy time with my family quite a bit and try to work from home as much as possible. We homeschool so I spend time with my kids. I run errands to fix the cars, or paint a room, get groceries. I kiss my beautiful wife. I do quite a bit of detailing as well but I have a few “needy” clients I spend most of my time “working” with.
8) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? Paint Correction. We have mastered a system for de-blemeshing auto paint which can take hours and hours. It’s the crem-de-la-creme of detailing and can be very expensive. The result is worth every penny. It requires extensive time and patience.
9) What sets you apart from your competitors? What sets us apart is probably the high touch. The way we try to develop relationships and build a friendship first, and do business second. This has always proved to work well for us and we will continue to do it. We also offer guarantees and warranty all our work. Why? Because I want to be treated by businesses I use the way I treat people who use our business.
9) Describe your dream client. A dream client for us is a collector who needs our services week in and week out. A client who will fly us to a car show in Australia to wash and manage their automobile on site. A client who gives us complete authority over the proper methods for the car and enjoys our presence and understands our efforts.
10) Where can people find you or read about you? (this is your chance to brag awards, accomplishments here) You can probably find us online looking for reviews. We were once in boating world magazine, featured under the companies in Seattle who detail. Nothing spectacular…for now. Our awards and accomplishments are primarily documented by the owners of cars and boats.
11) Any Hobbies?? Sure! I’m interested in upholstery and custom boat interiors. I’d love to get into this…it’s a time issue now, but I’ll get there. Currently I play the drums and a plethora of other instruments. We are an active family with hiking, camping and outdoors crazyness. Have to keep those kids running or else…
12) Why did you get into this business? My business started as a hobby level, enthusiast, keeping my car nice deal. Progressively I became more interested and got better at it. Then I had to charge based on friends and family wanting me to do it for them. I started with 1 bucket, a crate, 2 wash mitts, and maybe 3-4 products. That was the good old days…
13) Do you travel for work? I do travel for work…No where exotic yet but I’ve detailed in Texas, Washington and Oregon.
14) What is one interesting fact about you? An interesting fact…hmmmm. I can grow an afro…A good one too.
15) What would you like people to know about you… your business and why they should hire you! People should hire us based on our integrity. We do a good job, and so do lots of other detailing companies. What we can offer is a high touch approach that most people won’t. Having a personal relationship with clients can be touchy sometimes and people find it easier to keep it all business. I’ve found more fulfillment getting to know families and clients and letting them get to know my family as well. This guarantees clients for life and we still have our very first client…Dale and Carol Duskin from Arlington Washington. They are the owners of the Arlington Pharmacy and we work with him every single week, year round…Matter fact, he’s a dream client and a best friend!
So, now you know about THE BEST auto & marine detailing company you can find, if you (or someone you know) needs this service – give Travis a call! Here is his contact info once again:
Travis Banducci
Detail Oriented
Auto and marine detailing.
We offer a full service auto salon from an enthusiast level to high paint correction.
Call us: 888-697-1813
Email us: thedetailors@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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I’m sorry – but Travis was TOOO funny in front of the camera, so I had to share a few of the photos that show off his “real” personality – enjoy!
Hello BNI business spotlight day!! Today’s fabulous featured member is none other than the talented Lucinda O’Halloran of Spirit Garden Design. I have had the pleasure of being friends with Miss Lucinda (& her sweet husband Jim) for a couple of years now and my world just wouldn’t be the same without her! Lucinda is one of the sweetest most caring people you will ever meet – she volunteers with the Susan G. Komen Foundation, is always the first person to show up and support her friends at any event they may be throwing & just meeting her you will see right away what an amazing person she is!
Last week Lucinda and I met at the Diva Espresso Cafe to have our one to one & I learned about a couple of her new projects that I cannot wait for her to release to the public!! Here is one of the photos we snapped that morning:
Who are you? Lucinda O’Halloran
What do you do? Spirit Garden Design – I create beautiful, sustainable gardens that make people and the earth happy.
How can we contact you? www.spiritgardendesign.com
Email - Lucinda@spiritgardennesign.com Cell - 206.697.0896 Snail Mail - 1523A 30th Ave So, Seattle, WA 98144-3905
In Lucinda’s Words:
1) How long have you been in your business? 12 years How about BNI? 2 1/2 years
2) What made you choose to join the Madison Marketeers? (over other groups) The people in the group! =)
3) What has BNI done for your business? Last year, BNI referrals were 50% of my business, I’ve met quality business owners who are also great people. Being in BNI has also helped me develop my message & my public speaking.
5) What do you like most about work? I love helping people & beautifying the earth.
7) Is there anything you specialize in with your business? My gardens are earth friendly & low maintenance for my clients. I specify the right plant for the right place so the plants are happy thereby making my clients happy.
8) What sets you apart from your competitors? I am very attentive to my clients & the earth.
10) Where can people find you or read about you? (this is your chance to brag awards, accomplishments here) I had a design published in “Organic Gardening” magazine & I designed three garden habitats for the Backyard Habitat TV program on Animal Planet! (WOW!)
11) Any Hobbies?? Gardening; Exploring; Volunteering
12) Why did you get into this business? It’s my passion! =)
13) Are you adding any new products or services? Yes! I am introducing plantings for small garden areas and containers.
14) What is one interesting fact about you? I gave up a successful career in the corporate world to follow my passion.
15) What would you like people to know about you… your business and why they should hire you! I listen attentively to my clients & pay attention to what they tell me.
16) Barbie, Thank you for all of your efforts in building the Madison Marketeers & your passion and excitement for Life. =) (this goes on the blog too!) awww… thanks Lucinda!
So, if you know someone who would like to have a gorgeous outdoor area created specially for them & their space – you now know who to call!! Here is her info one more time:
Lucinda O’Halloran – Spirit Garden Design
Web – www.spiritgardendesign.com – Email - Lucinda@spiritgardennesign.com Cell - 206.697.0896
Snail Mail - 1523A 30th Ave So, Seattle, WA 98144-3905
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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