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Placement center focuses on stronger families Observer: Tell us about your business, including the types of services and/or products you feature? Nannies & Tutors: College Nannies & Tutors is the nation’s largest resource for nanny and tutoring services. We build stronger families by providing role models that lead to happy children and successful students through private nanny and tutor placements, hourly childcare and company sponsored work-life balance RepairClinic.com staffers Lisa Mueller, Carrie Claiborne, Samer Atris, Jacob Napier, Yolanda Taylor, Brooke Westlake employee benefit programs. and Joey Gagnon attended the recent benefit dinner for Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels. Whether a family needs the care, love and support at its Training Facility in • Networking: In this that comes from a College Meals on Wheels Westland. course, students learn the Nanny, or the educational RepairClinic.com, online The purpose of Retooling benefits of networking, how one-on-one attention from a appliance parts retailer based America Initiative is to help to prepare for networking, the College Tutor, the Ann Arbor in Canton, recently sponsored displaced workers find sucperfect time to network and Area Placement Center is a corporate table to benefit cess in gaining employment proper etiquette. Students are committed to helping build Ypsilanti’s Meals on Wheels at in a challenging market. The also introduced to the impact stronger families. the annual “Spring Fling” ben- goal is to prepare candidates of personal online networking. Observer: How did you first efit dinner at the Ann Arbor to meet potential employers as Whether in cyber space, on the decide to open your business? Marriott. well as to gain access to coungolf course, at the bar or at the Nannies & Tutors: In For the past 13 years, the seling and services hosted by mall, our clients will under2009, I was evaluating nonprofit organization has Sensible Business Consulting stand how to meet, greet, and and considering franchises held the dinner to raise money Group, LLC. This workshop grow their perspective busithat would complement for their program which delivis FREE to assist displaced ness through interpersonal my human resources ers meals to needy seniors and workers in job placement. interaction. background. I was presented disabled individuals in the The initiative goes 9 a.m. to Sensible Business with the concept of College community. A group of eight noon both days, and features: Consulting Group’s training Nannies & Tutors, with the RepairClinic employees, repre• Innovative Resume site is located at 36660 Cherry mission of Building Stronger senting the internal company Writing: In this course, clients Hill in Westland. Visit www. Families by providing Role Outreach program, attended learn what a resume is, what sensiblebusiness.org or contact Model nannies and tutors the dinner in support of the the acceptable formats are, the (734) 620-9461 for more infor- leading to happy children community program. importance of action words, mation. and successful students by Lisa Mueller, RepairClinic how to narrow career objectives Kendra Kerr, Entrepreneur Small-biz partners Outreach Committee by efficient job source tools, Source. Chairperson, comments, “We how to prepare a “scannable” Through a new partnership Observer: Why did you choose love supporting programs resume, the importance of with the 14-campus Davenport Canton? where we know families will removing “digital dirt” and how University, members of the Nannies & Tutors: My benefit in a tangible way,” said to write an effective cover letter. Small Business Association of territory includes the Canton Lisa Mueller, RepairClinic Students also learn the imporMichigan and their employees area and I am happy to Outreach Committee chair. tance of first impressions, how (along with dependents) have provide nanny and tutoring “We feel the Meals on Wheels to create job tracking tools, and the opportunity to further program is one of those orgahow to research salary requiretheir education at a reduced nizations.” ment information. rate. The SBAM/Davenport Local celebrities, includ• Value of Self-Promotion: In program offers 25 percent off ing faculty members from this course, clients learn how tuition and waiving of the $25 Eastern Michigan University to create a 30-second value application fee. along with community and statement, how to portray a For more information, go to government officials, posed healthy self image, how to be www.sbam.org/davenport. as servers. Patrons happily assertive, and how to enhance Davenport offers associcontributed generous tips in self esteem. ates, bachelor’s and master’s return for the excellent ser• Interview Techniques: In degrees in business, technology vice provided at the hands of this course, students discover and health programs – areas these local VIP’s. The event the true purpose of an interessential to Michigan’s new was well-attended by many in view, learn to differentiate economy. The university also the local area, including the between Behavior Based and offers a number of certificates Repairclinic employees. Traditional interview questo add to current credentials or tions, how to prepare, and prepare for certification exams. Retooling America “do’s and don’ts” that could Campuses are conveniently On April 5-6, Sensible mean the difference between located across Michigan and Business of Canton hosts a getting hired and being passed courses can be completed on “Retooling America Initiative” over. campus or online.
COLLEGE NANNIES & TUTORS
Sharon Ragland-Keys is owneroperator of College Nannies & Tutors.
Business Name: College Nannies & Tutors Address: 3913 Jackson Road, Suite 9, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Your name and title: Sharon Ragland-Keys, Owner & Managing Director Email: [email protected] Hometown: Ann Arbor Date Established: December 2009 How long at this location: February 2010 Number of Employees: 10 Business specialty: Education & Child Care Services Business Phone and/or Web site: (734) 761.8393; www.collegenannies.com; www.collegetutors.com
role models for families in the community. Observer: What makes your business unique? Nannies & Tutors: We are unique based on matching talents and experiences to your specific needs through our “Complete Family Approach” and “Complete Student Approach” Models leading to a path of stronger families and successful students. Observer: Do you have a funny tidbit or story to share with our readers about your experience so far as a small business owner? Nannies & Tutors: Running a small business requires wearing multiple hats throughout the day and
evening. Observer: How has the recent economy affected your business? Nannies & Tutors: We opened in a down economy and believe our business is needed in our community. Observer: Any advice for other business owners? Nannies & Tutors: Continue to follow your dreams of business ownership; our economy will rebound in the near future. Observer: What’s in store for the future of your business? Nannies & Tutors: Continue to provide a customized approach to meet family individual needs.
| CHAMBER CHAT | The Canton Chamber of Commerce announces its annual Dinner Auction, to be held 7 p.m.-midnight Saturday, April 17, at Burton Manor in Livonia. The annual event is the largest fund-raiser for the Canton Chamber of Commerce. “This is always such a fun event. We have Silent, Live, and Raffle auction items, entertainment and lots of activities planned throughout the evening,” said Dianne Cojei, president, Canton Chamber of Commerce. “‘Take Me out to the Ball Game’ is this year’s theme, which offers a lot of possibilities for all of our Baseball Fans.” Last year’s event drew a crowd of over 400 attendees and featured over 250 prizes from categories such as Homestyle, Travel & Entertainment, Sports & Leisure, Electronics, and many more. This year’s auction is expected to draw a similar crowd and has already collected many great prizes that will be up for bid. New in 2010, a “Detroit Tiger Suite” comes with 18 tickets and 3
parking passes. Also up for auction is 2 airline tickets to anywhere in the continental United States American Airlines flies. Tickets are $75 per person and are available to the public; admission includes full buffet dinner, open bar, entertainment, and the opportunity to participate in the Live, Silent, and Raffle auctions. For more information, please contact the chamber at (734) 453-4040. This year’s auction is sponsored by Jack Demmer Ford, Inc. and other local businesses.
Appreciation luncheon The Canton Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, April 21, at 11:45 a.m. at Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 1900 N. Haggerty Road in Canton. The cost for the luncheon is $20 for members and $30 for non-members and includes lunch, beverage, dessert and door prizes. This luncheon is open to the public. “Every year our Staff Appreciation Luncheon serves as a wonderful opportunity for our members to say thank you
to their staff.” Dianne Cojei, President, Canton Chamber of Commerce, said about the annual luncheon. The Staff Appreciation Luncheon is sponsored by Huntington Bank. Seating is limited and reservations are required. To make a reservation, contact the Canton Chamber of Commerce at (734) 453-4040. Deadline for reservations is Friday, April 16.
After hours High Velocity Sports Group hosts the Canton Chamber of Commerce’s April Networking Coffee with Showroom of Excellence being presenting sponsor. The coffee takes place Thursday, April 15, from 7:309 a.m. Come and join the Chamber for this great networking event and meet many local business people. High Velocity Sports Group is located at 46245 Michigan Ave. The coffee is free to chamber members and only $10 for non-members. Reservations are required, please contact the Canton Chamber of Commerce at (734) 453-4040.
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online at hometownlife.com
Thursday, April 1, 2010
(C)
B5
Strictly Business | BUSINESS BRIEFS |
| IT’S YOUR BUSINESS Q&A |
Placement center focuses on stronger families Observer: Tell us about your business, including the types of services and/or products you feature? Nannies & Tutors: College Nannies & Tutors is the nation’s largest resource for nanny and tutoring services. We build stronger families by providing role models that lead to happy children and successful students through private nanny and tutor placements, hourly childcare and company sponsored work-life balance RepairClinic.com staffers Lisa Mueller, Carrie Claiborne, Samer Atris, Jacob Napier, Yolanda Taylor, Brooke Westlake employee benefit programs. and Joey Gagnon attended the recent benefit dinner for Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels. Whether a family needs the care, love and support at its Training Facility in • Networking: In this that comes from a College Meals on Wheels Westland. course, students learn the Nanny, or the educational RepairClinic.com, online The purpose of Retooling benefits of networking, how one-on-one attention from a appliance parts retailer based America Initiative is to help to prepare for networking, the College Tutor, the Ann Arbor in Canton, recently sponsored displaced workers find sucperfect time to network and Area Placement Center is a corporate table to benefit cess in gaining employment proper etiquette. Students are committed to helping build Ypsilanti’s Meals on Wheels at in a challenging market. The also introduced to the impact stronger families. the annual “Spring Fling” ben- goal is to prepare candidates of personal online networking. Observer: How did you first efit dinner at the Ann Arbor to meet potential employers as Whether in cyber space, on the decide to open your business? Marriott. well as to gain access to coungolf course, at the bar or at the Nannies & Tutors: In For the past 13 years, the seling and services hosted by mall, our clients will under2009, I was evaluating nonprofit organization has Sensible Business Consulting stand how to meet, greet, and and considering franchises held the dinner to raise money Group, LLC. This workshop grow their perspective busithat would complement for their program which delivis FREE to assist displaced ness through interpersonal my human resources ers meals to needy seniors and workers in job placement. interaction. background. I was presented disabled individuals in the The initiative goes 9 a.m. to Sensible Business with the concept of College community. A group of eight noon both days, and features: Consulting Group’s training Nannies & Tutors, with the RepairClinic employees, repre• Innovative Resume site is located at 36660 Cherry mission of Building Stronger senting the internal company Writing: In this course, clients Hill in Westland. Visit www. Families by providing Role Outreach program, attended learn what a resume is, what sensiblebusiness.org or contact Model nannies and tutors the dinner in support of the the acceptable formats are, the (734) 620-9461 for more infor- leading to happy children community program. importance of action words, mation. and successful students by Lisa Mueller, RepairClinic how to narrow career objectives Kendra Kerr, Entrepreneur Small-biz partners Outreach Committee by efficient job source tools, Source. Chairperson, comments, “We how to prepare a “scannable” Through a new partnership Observer: Why did you choose love supporting programs resume, the importance of with the 14-campus Davenport Canton? where we know families will removing “digital dirt” and how University, members of the Nannies & Tutors: My benefit in a tangible way,” said to write an effective cover letter. Small Business Association of territory includes the Canton Lisa Mueller, RepairClinic Students also learn the imporMichigan and their employees area and I am happy to Outreach Committee chair. tance of first impressions, how (along with dependents) have provide nanny and tutoring “We feel the Meals on Wheels to create job tracking tools, and the opportunity to further program is one of those orgahow to research salary requiretheir education at a reduced nizations.” ment information. rate. The SBAM/Davenport Local celebrities, includ• Value of Self-Promotion: In program offers 25 percent off ing faculty members from this course, clients learn how tuition and waiving of the $25 Eastern Michigan University to create a 30-second value application fee. along with community and statement, how to portray a For more information, go to government officials, posed healthy self image, how to be www.sbam.org/davenport. as servers. Patrons happily assertive, and how to enhance Davenport offers associcontributed generous tips in self esteem. ates, bachelor’s and master’s return for the excellent ser• Interview Techniques: In degrees in business, technology vice provided at the hands of this course, students discover and health programs – areas these local VIP’s. The event the true purpose of an interessential to Michigan’s new was well-attended by many in view, learn to differentiate economy. The university also the local area, including the between Behavior Based and offers a number of certificates Repairclinic employees. Traditional interview questo add to current credentials or tions, how to prepare, and prepare for certification exams. Retooling America “do’s and don’ts” that could Campuses are conveniently On April 5-6, Sensible mean the difference between located across Michigan and Business of Canton hosts a getting hired and being passed courses can be completed on “Retooling America Initiative” over. campus or online.
COLLEGE NANNIES & TUTORS
Sharon Ragland-Keys is owneroperator of College Nannies & Tutors.
Business Name: College Nannies & Tutors Address: 3913 Jackson Road, Suite 9, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Your name and title: Sharon Ragland-Keys, Owner & Managing Director Email: [email protected] Hometown: Ann Arbor Date Established: December 2009 How long at this location: February 2010 Number of Employees: 10 Business specialty: Education & Child Care Services Business Phone and/or Web site: (734) 761.8393; www.collegenannies.com; www.collegetutors.com
role models for families in the community. Observer: What makes your business unique? Nannies & Tutors: We are unique based on matching talents and experiences to your specific needs through our “Complete Family Approach” and “Complete Student Approach” Models leading to a path of stronger families and successful students. Observer: Do you have a funny tidbit or story to share with our readers about your experience so far as a small business owner? Nannies & Tutors: Running a small business requires wearing multiple hats throughout the day and
evening. Observer: How has the recent economy affected your business? Nannies & Tutors: We opened in a down economy and believe our business is needed in our community. Observer: Any advice for other business owners? Nannies & Tutors: Continue to follow your dreams of business ownership; our economy will rebound in the near future. Observer: What’s in store for the future of your business? Nannies & Tutors: Continue to provide a customized approach to meet family individual needs.
| CHAMBER CHAT | The Canton Chamber of Commerce announces its annual Dinner Auction, to be held 7 p.m.-midnight Saturday, April 17, at Burton Manor in Livonia. The annual event is the largest fund-raiser for the Canton Chamber of Commerce. “This is always such a fun event. We have Silent, Live, and Raffle auction items, entertainment and lots of activities planned throughout the evening,” said Dianne Cojei, president, Canton Chamber of Commerce. “‘Take Me out to the Ball Game’ is this year’s theme, which offers a lot of possibilities for all of our Baseball Fans.” Last year’s event drew a crowd of over 400 attendees and featured over 250 prizes from categories such as Homestyle, Travel & Entertainment, Sports & Leisure, Electronics, and many more. This year’s auction is expected to draw a similar crowd and has already collected many great prizes that will be up for bid. New in 2010, a “Detroit Tiger Suite” comes with 18 tickets and 3
parking passes. Also up for auction is 2 airline tickets to anywhere in the continental United States American Airlines flies. Tickets are $75 per person and are available to the public; admission includes full buffet dinner, open bar, entertainment, and the opportunity to participate in the Live, Silent, and Raffle auctions. For more information, please contact the chamber at (734) 453-4040. This year’s auction is sponsored by Jack Demmer Ford, Inc. and other local businesses.
Appreciation luncheon The Canton Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, April 21, at 11:45 a.m. at Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 1900 N. Haggerty Road in Canton. The cost for the luncheon is $20 for members and $30 for non-members and includes lunch, beverage, dessert and door prizes. This luncheon is open to the public. “Every year our Staff Appreciation Luncheon serves as a wonderful opportunity for our members to say thank you
to their staff.” Dianne Cojei, President, Canton Chamber of Commerce, said about the annual luncheon. The Staff Appreciation Luncheon is sponsored by Huntington Bank. Seating is limited and reservations are required. To make a reservation, contact the Canton Chamber of Commerce at (734) 453-4040. Deadline for reservations is Friday, April 16.
After hours High Velocity Sports Group hosts the Canton Chamber of Commerce’s April Networking Coffee with Showroom of Excellence being presenting sponsor. The coffee takes place Thursday, April 15, from 7:309 a.m. Come and join the Chamber for this great networking event and meet many local business people. High Velocity Sports Group is located at 46245 Michigan Ave. The coffee is free to chamber members and only $10 for non-members. Reservations are required, please contact the Canton Chamber of Commerce at (734) 453-4040.
OE08694295
Annual auction
Check us out on the Web every day at hometownlife.com GOB-10-00007
SALE HOURS: MON, THURS: 10-8, TUE, FRI, SAT: 10-7, SUN: 12-5, CLOSED WED
