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We are also pleased to conduct a ribbon cutting for your business.
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Here are new items for this week:
Fogo de Chao hosts a Carnaval special event on February 9th. Download the flyer here:
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Black History Month is quickly approaching and Pasadena Now is announcing the launch of a new annual tradition: Pasadena Black History Month Magazine. Download the flyer here:
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For 25 years, Pasadena-based ChapCare has filled an important community role by offering healthcare to all Pasadenans, including the underinsured and the uninsured. Marking their 25th anniversary on Thursday, Jan. 26, the healthcare provider has planned anniversary related events throughout the year.
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The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has determined Kaiser Permanente’s Medi-Cal health plan to be the highest rated in the state for quality and equitable care. Kaiser Permanente Southern California is based in Pasadena.
Kaiser Permanente’s Medi-Cal health plans in Southern and Northern California were the only plans among more than two dozen in the state to achieve established quality levels for more than 90% of set measures, according to DHCS. Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid health care program that covers many medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources.
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Kalaveras is currently collaborating with radio station Mega 96.3 to give VIP calibash tickets. Our guest can participate in the giveaway by trying our special edition drink the kalabash and posting it on their social media tagging us @kalaveras.la and #kalabash2023. This contest is running from now until 1/19. Winners are announced on the radio and on our instagram stories.
Kalaveras offers catering in batch and individual form for all types of events. Our menu is carefully crafted to travel well and reheat if needed during your event. You'll receive the Kalaveras experience from the comfort of your space.
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We’re excited to partner with Curbivore this year and offer our members 90% off tickets to their annual conference on 3/3/22 in Downtown Los Angeles. Curbivore will be bringing together leaders from the world of food delivery and technology, restaurateurs and retailers, and the policy leaders that are in charge of it all. The 50% off link is here: www.eventbrite.com/e/439353798037/?discount=chamber
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As a friend and fan of the Rose Parade, we know that you value fun and entertaining family experiences. This year, Sharp Seating partnered with NASCAR and welcomed them to their first Rose Parade. As they continue to celebrate their 75th anniversary, NASCAR wants you to celebrate with them. On February 5, NASCAR's Clash at the Coliseum will return to Los Angeles and they've extended to you a special 20% Rose Parade discount. Buy Tickets
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Vroman's presents: VROMAN’S SPECIAL STORYTIME FEATURING BUNNY RUSSELL who presents I Love You: A Tale of Comfort Now & After the Loss of a Pet-Vroman's Special Storytime-FEBRUARY 4, Saturday at 11am in-store event. Follow the story of a family & their big fluffy dog. When it's time to say goodbye, the journey continues... This beautifully-illustrated, nondenominational picture book gently explores heartbreak, death & heaven. PERFECT GIFT FOR dog lovers, teachers, veterinarians, therapists, librarians. A resource for any parent/ caregiver, told in a way that children can understand & ending with a gentle message that love abides beyond a lifetime. (Dorrance Publishing Co.)
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Recurring but still timely:
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Congratulations to Laura Farber, Candice Rogers, Kayla Horacek and Karl Swaidan of Hahn & Hahn LLP for being named "Super Lawyers" in 2023. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers throughout the state are selected to be named “Super Lawyers.” Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.
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Pasadena Courier Service Inc. Proudly serving Pasadena since 1986. Affordable Same Day Service. 626.304.0658. Www.pasadenacourierinc.com
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Planning a grand opening? Jovial Events would love to help celebrate this special event with balloon decor! We have a special business package for ribbon cutting available. clarecew@jovialeventsca.com for info.
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Come celebrate and be part of the sixth annual Masters of Taste, as L.A.’s premier outdoor, luxury food and beverage festival returns and will be taking place on Sunday, April 2nd, 2023, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the field of the Iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl. 100% of the proceeds will directly benefit Union Station Homeless Services, a non-profit organization celebrating 50 years of providing homeless services and housing for thousands of neighbors.
Ticket Information: Masters of Taste 2023 will take place on Sunday, April 2nd, 2023, and this is a 21+ event. A VIP Power Hour will be held from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm and General Admission will be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Tickets went on sale Monday, January 2nd, 2023. For more information on Masters of Taste 2023, please visit www.MastersofTasteLA.com.
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El Cholo (the original) was recognized in a New York Times article. Here is a link to the story, which also mentions El Cholo Pasadena. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/03/dining/el-cholo-mexican-restaurant-los-angeles.html?campaign_id=49&emc=edit_ca_20230104&instance_id=81802&nl=california-today®i_id=68730076&segment_id=121539&te=1&user_id=198ade797f054b7919d5b0d26d36936e
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Huntington Hospital needs your support. Due to the ongoing extreme weather and illness we are now experiencing a Critical Shortage of your particular blood type. If you’re currently eligible to donate blood, please call our Donor Center to schedule your next donation at (626) 397-5433, or perhaps one of our upcoming community blood drives is convenient for you. Do not hesitate to encourage others to also support us, all blood type are also important and needed.
You can give at their blood drive Wednesday, January 25th – Woman’s Club of South Pasadena 12 noon – 6:15pm. Please call or text Ida for this blood drive at (626) 676-3035 to schedule your appointment.
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KPCC presents: Culinary Connections - What’s Good In DTLA Food With How To LA. 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Thursday, February 2, 2023. Crawford Family Forum - 474 S. Raymond Ave. Pasadena, CA 91105. $0-$15 available here: https://kpcc.ticketleap.com/culinaryconnectionsdtlafood/t/FoodFeb2Web/
The effects of the pandemic have been felt everywhere, restaurants being some of the places which were affected the most. Throughout the past few years, various eateries around downtown Los Angeles have developed ways to survive and thrive through it all. In this special live event with How To LA’s Cheap, Fast Eats team, we’ll hear from folks at great budget-friendly spots in notoriously-pricey downtown LA. We’ll get the origin story of how superstar flour tortillas get made and hear tales of how restaurant owners and workers have endured everything the past few years, through innovation and creativity. Join hosts Brian De Los Santos and Gab Chabrán who seek to uncover what it took to persevere and succeed with food in downtown Los Angeles. And of course, there will be something delicious to eat!
SPECIAL GUESTS
You can hear LAist Studios’ How To LA’s DTLA Cheap, Fast Eats episode here. This project is supported, in part, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Department of Arts and Culture. More information can be found here: https://laist.com/events/culinary-connections-whats-good-in-dtla-food
Retake LIVE - Culture Clash’s “Chavez Ravine In Nine Innings” 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Saturday, February 25, 2023. Crawford Family Forum - 474 S. Raymond Ave. Pasadena, CA 91105. $0-$15 available here: https://kpcc.ticketleap.com/retakelivecultureclash/t/RetakeFeb25Web/
From Richard Montoya of Culture Clash: At the height of the global pandemic, Center Theatre Group asked Culture Clash to consider what our theater might look like in a time when audiences could no longer gather. We'd seen enough zoom script readings to realize that was not the answer. But how to get theater to displaced audiences — and where did our audiences go? — was a mystery like the Corona itself!
Two things became clear. The audience was decentralized, with no plan to return to where they normally gathered, and the City of Angels was empty at night! Perhaps we could own — or borrow — the streets, and play out selected scenes of our play about LA that were more filmic? We thought in terms of cinema, or digital video — not theater. Chavez Ravine seemed ripe and ready for episodic storytelling.
What emerged was Chavez Ravine: In Nine Innings, a cinematic reinterpretation of the beloved 2003 play. Using existing footage, newly filmed scenes, original music, and spoken word, the result was a fresh look at the story, with a city in the grips of a pandemic as the backdrop. On February 25, in partnership with San Pedro Waterfront Arts District Culture TALKS!, Culture Clash’s Richard Montoya (he/him) will talk with Retake host John Horn (he/him) about how the filming came to be and why this story continues to resonate almost twenty years after its premiere. We’ll also get a chance to see a few innings on the big screen and get a live performance from a member of the cast.
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“Celebrating a World of Music: The Universal Language” will be the theme for the 2024 Rose Parade, newly confirmed President and Chairman of the Board of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association Alex Aghajanian announced Thursday night. “The 2024 theme brings us together through music,” Aghajanian said on the front steps of Tournament House as the thunderous beat of taiko drums filled the air. “In a world of different cultures, beliefs, hopes, and dreams, one language unites us all — music.” Long-time Tournament volunteer Aghajanian will lead the 135th Rose Parade presented by Honda and 110th Rose Bowl Game on Monday, January 1, 2024.
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Do you like planning events, have a large network, and have a passion to help firefighters? Consider joining our volunteer Council! Fire Family Foundation Council members help plan fundraising events and share the impact of the Foundation with their spheres of influence. The Council meets virtually quarterly with our Board to share ideas and plan events. For more information visit: https://firefamilyfoundation.org/Get-Involved/Volunteer or download the flyer here:
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Eligible customers of SoCal Gas may also sign up for a Level Pay Plan (LPP), which averages their annual natural gas use and costs over 12 months. For more information on natural gas prices and predictions, visit https://www.eia.gov/naturalgas/weekly/
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Pasadena Public Library has announced their two book selections for Pasadena’s 2023 One City, One Story community reading celebration. Sparks Like Stars by author Nadia Hashimi is the 2023 One City, One Story selection and L.A. Weather by author María Amparo Escandón is the 2023 One City, One Story Summer Edition selection.
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Have you been to Deluxe 1717? Nestled in the heart of Pasadena, Deluxe 1717 is known to locals for its warm ambiance and mouthwatering dishes. Helmed by longtime chef and caterer Onil Chibás, Deluxe 1717 isn’t your average restaurant. Chef Chibás and his chef-collaborator Alberto Morales have curated an eclectic menu highlighting their diverse heritages. Chibás is Afro-Cuban, Morales is Bolivian, and the pastry chef, Cherry Aguilar, is Filipina. The vibrant menu deliciously reflects this multicultural mix. Deluxe 1717 recently launched a delicious weekend brunch menu, and expanded the dinner hours.
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From Pareto Labs: No matter the size of your company, every manager needs to understand the core principles behind proper employee training and development. In this course, you will learn the basics of developing and implementing your own training programs from a former Air Force instructor pilot and SpaceX Learning and Development executive.
In this course you will learn:
• How to identify where employee training can impact business goals
• How to measure the impact of your training programs
• When "learning" is and isn't the solution you need
• How to get your employees to engage
• And more!
Click here to preview the course: https://www.paretolabs.com/courses/results-driven-training-development-with-matt-gjertsen/
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Tired of seeing your family stuck in a broken record player? Higher Grounds Mgmt. takes pride in doing things much differently! We come to your home, build rapport, and tailor an evidence-based intervention and accountability program specifically to your family's needs. We ensure accountability, growth, and results through in-home customized mentoring and support. If you're only sending your teen or young adult to a therapist or psychiatrist, you’ll often find it does not get the job done, as they return to the home with the same triggers and behavioral patterns, and nothing really changes. This is exactly why we work in your home and hold the entire family accountable, ensuring accountability, growth, and results. We provide mentorship, family mediation, relapse prevention, behavior modification, and more!
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Eagle Star Security has a Black Friday Special on cameras and equipment. Download the flyer here:
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We are local mural artists looking to donate a timeless mural to Pasadena that’s part of a nationwide series called the Greetings Tour. Our iconic postcard murals can be found from coast to coast (murals link: https://www.greetingstour.com/murals) and help create a destination by bringing tourism traffic. At the same time, they are a symbol of hometown pride and heavily involve the community in its creation! You can see our most recent project in Altadena here (link: https://www.greetingstour.com/murals/altadena-mural)
The first step is to find a suitable wall as a canvas. If you are a business owner or property owner who has a public facing wall that may be a good candidate, please let us know! You can reach us at greetingstour@gmail.com or call 626-219-2808
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The holidays are here and everyone it already rushing off to do their holiday shopping, however Huntington Hospital also needs a little of your time. If you’re currently eligible to donate blood, please call to schedule your next donation and help us prevent a holiday blood shortage. Blood donation can be given any time of the year, and someone right now can use your donation. Please encourage others to also give the life saving gift of a blood donation. All blood types are needed! Please note the donor center is closed November 11th, Veterans Day. Blood Donor Center Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:30am – 4:15pm; Friday 7:30am – 2:15pm; 711 Fairmount Ave. Pasadena 91105. (626) 397-5422. Parking in East Parking structure – We validate parking
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Visible. Engaging. Inspiring: Portraits, Headshots, Branding. In our studio or on location. If you’re planning a website build or rebranding, let's connect. Lyd & Mo Photography Studio & Gallery is located in the Pasadena Playhouse Village. Stop by and say hello. Because We Care... Hand sanitizer and masks always available. Contact Us
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SKINGLOW SALON provides luxurious & holistic facial treatments for clients of every gender, ethnicity and age.
We use award-winning French organic skincare products “Pevonia Botanica” and state-of-the-art anti-aging equipment to achieve the best possible skincare results. We are conveniently located in downtown Pasadena with FREE 2-hour parking validation.
(510) 206-2711
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With the return to in-person work in full swing, many employees are mourning the loss of the freedom and flexibility provided by work-from-home policies implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many California employers are interested in improving their employees’ job satisfaction, which in turn, can help with talent retention and improve productivity. One option for employers is to implement an alternative work schedule (“AWS”).
An AWS provides a mechanism for employees to work longer hours, but on fewer days, thereby freeing up time for employees to attend to personal business on a weekday and in some cases, better serving the business needs of employers. An AWS, if implemented properly, allows employers to avoid paying overtime wages they would otherwise be required to pay to employees who work more than 8 hours in a single workday. While employers can always provide their employees with more time off, an AWS allows employees flexibility while retaining the 40-hour workweek.
If implementing an alternative work schedule sounds right for your business, now is the perfect time to contact the attorneys at
Freeburg & Granieri, APC. Our attorneys can help you decide the correct type of alternative work schedule for your business and navigate the procedural requirements for its implementation. Please contact the attorneys at Freeburg & Granieri, APC today to find out how we can help you with all of your employment law needs. Visit our website at
fgfirm.law or call (626)486-9082 for more information.
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The Judgment Solutions is a judgment enforcement firm that strives to collect unpaid judgments and bring justice to our Judgment Creditors. We have been in business for years. We have successfully collected and recovered numerous judgments.
Our firm recovers all sorts of judgments from the judgment debtors who refuse to pay. From Small Claims, Civil, Labor Judgment to Unlawful Detainers, we have it covered. You have worked so hard to win the case. Now it is our turn to do the heavy lifting with our resources, experience, and determination. Please call 213.800.4989 for FREE consultation.
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Help With My Loan (HWML) is an innovative software that automates the frontend underwriting process for Commercial, Residential, and Business loans. HWML's AI yields automation and loan matching at a 95% proven funding rate. The problem in our industry is a low 55% average at funding loans due to the fragmented lending process. We solved this problem by giving brokers, banks and consumers access to our software syndicated with 300+ lenders. HWML’s platform has funded over $300M+ and loans sized from $100k-$50M!
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Hey Media is a marketing company that offers Integrated Advertising Campaigns. We combine multiple channels such as print ads, news articles, emails, videos, creative content, display advertising and social media platforms in order to promote a consistent message to a specific audience. Our goal is to convert viewers into customers for you.
Did you know a customer needs to see your brand at least 7 times before they purchase? Hey Media uses 25 years of expertise to get your brand message in front of a targeted audience and drive customers to you! Give us a chance to show you the Hey Media Difference! Download the flyer here:
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Smile! We are bringing modern dentistry to Pasadena on Lake. Dr. Martin Galstyan and the team welcome you and your family to the Dentists of Pasadena on Lake. We are so excited to have opened our doors on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022! Our office will be offering a wide range of services, all available under one roof. We will accept most insurances, including many HMO and PPO plans. Our team is committed to keeping smiles going in Pasadena and nearby communities. The Dentists of Pasadena on Lake team look forward to serving you and your family's dental needs. Please visit www.dentistsofpasadenaonlake.com.
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261 Fearless Club Los Angeles was launched at the Pasadena Senior Center in January 2020 to empower senior women to become and stay active. This fearless and successful beginning has enabled and inspired us to reach out to women of all ages and all abilities, 18 years and up.
Our weekly, one-hour activity programs are guided by Certified 261 Coaches and supported by welcoming and experienced members. Our meetings are from 2–3 pm every Tuesday. Our meeting location varies, including the Pasadena Senior Center, Pasadena City points of interest, Pasadena parks, and the Pasadena Rose Bowl, Arroyo and trails. Locations are posted on Strava at 261 Fearless Club Los Angeles Meeting Locations or please feel free to email Coach Pat at pwinieck@sbcglobal.net.
Those interested in supporting our efforts for women’s health may donate at https://GoFund.me/bd0b0232. We cannot thank you enough for your support!Please feel free to contact Coach Pat at pwinieck@sbcglobal.net. You can download the flyer here:
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The Kiwanis Club would like to welcome you to attend one of our upcoming lunches (12 noon) or dinner meetings (6:00 pm) on Thursdays. These events are held at the Pasadena Salvation Army, 960 East Walnut Street, Pasadena, 91106. We are entering our most exciting part of the year with many popular events. This is the optimal time to become a member of the Kiwanis Club of Pasadena.I hope to see you at one of our meetings soon.
Here is the Club membership application for you to review, and keep in mind our current monthly dues are only $15 per month, with an initial $100 for the indoctrination fee.
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Physicians of Southern California is a group of Physicians who specialize in Internal Medicine. Our serve all communities and have several locations. Some of our clinical services are: Diabetes treatment; Hypertension; Asthma; Flu Vaccinations; Annual physicals; Rapid Drug Test; Pulmonary Function Test for post Covid Patients; And many more…. Please call our office for more information at 626-859-2249. Download the flyer here:
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Have You Had Your Yearly Drain Cleaning? Many property owners don’t consider their drains until there’s a clog, an off-putting smell, or their water is backing up. Preventative maintenance is essential for keeping your drains in great shape. When you have your drains professionally cleaned by an experienced plumber at Western Rooter, you can enjoy faster-draining water, prevent leaks and clogs, and save money by avoiding costly emergency plumbing service calls. Here two helpful PDF's, both of which we'd love to share. If only one can be shared, we prefer the HydroJetting flier, as that's more to the point of what we offer. But you're also welcome to include the WhatNotToPutInYourDrains PDF, as it's also good content for subscribers.
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You can find procurement opportunities at Jet Propulsion Laboratory by clicking here: https://acquisition.jpl.nasa.gov/opportunities/
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Pasadena Sandwich Company caters! Download the menu here:
Here is the Take-out menu:
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Building on ongoing efforts to aid workers and employers as California reopens, the Employment Development Department (EDD) announced actions to strengthen the state's Work Sharing program--a growing and innovative unemployment insurance program that helps employers bring furloughed or laid off employees back to work with subsidized pay. The Work Sharing program allows workers to collect both their pay for hours worked and unemployment benefits for reduced hours--including the federally-funded boost of $300 in weekly benefits. The program is fully funded by the federal government until September 4, 2021, when federal unemployment benefit programs are scheduled to expire.
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Flair Airlines, Canada’s only true ultra low-cost carrier (ULCC), continues to change the face of the Canadian aviation market with unprecedented growth as it announces non-stop, low fare flights between 8 Canadian cities and 6 U.S destinations: Fort Lauderdale, Orlando-Sanford, Phoenix-Mesa, Hollywood-Burbank Airport, Palm Springs and Las Vegas.
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Delight Pastry is a family-owned business. We specialize in modern European style pastries with over 20 years of experience. Our goal is to provide an exquisite and unique experience for our customers with a variety of desserts, cakes and pastries for any occasion. The pleasure of Delight pastry creations is for all the senses.
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Simply OBGYN, located in beautiful Pasadena, California, is a female-led obstetrics and gynecology office. We provide the high quality, personalized care you deserve. Through a patient-centric approach, we focus on delivering medical care to help enhance patients’ quality of life. We are committed to improving patients’ experience with patient education to optimize the patient as a whole individual. With our experienced team and the best treatments available, you can rest assured that your health is in the best of hands.
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From John Burt Intelligent Executive Leadership Coaching: "Executive coaching may be regarded differently by different people. While there may still be some people for whom the concept of “coaching” may carry connotations of remediation, for the most part, this outdated idea has fallen by the wayside. Executive coaching is assisting top executives, managers, and other identified leaders to perform, learn, stay healthy and balanced, and effectively guide their teams to successfully reach desired goals and exceed individual and corporate expectations. Enabling leaders to unlock and unleash their full-potential so they bring greater value and abundance to the people and entities they serve.
Discover and experience the unique and powerful components of the Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching Blueprint pioneered by John Mattone, the #1 authority on Intelligent Leadership and the world’s top executive coach. ILEC’s unique coaching philosophy and blueprint achieves results by igniting and strengthening a leaders inner-core and outer-core, which enables them to realize 4 “game- changing” outcomes that they can leverage as leaders in their business and life: altruism, affiliation, achievement, and abundance (The 4 A’s). The 4 A’s are the seeds to achieving sustained greatness, driving breakthrough results for themselves and their team and creating a legacy that lasts. Learn more about Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching - https://johnburt.intelligentleadershipec.com
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KHB Marketing has a social media resource for businesses starting to use (or struggling with) Facebook or Instagram. It is available for free to members on the KHB Marketing website.
KHB Marketing offers services that give startup founders and small business owners the support they need, at a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time marketing strategist. Their marketing services include one-on-one coaching, instructional classes and digital plans that include a performance guarantee.
KHB believes in doing marketing that matters. The company offers services that allow clients to flex their marketing support, based on the growth stage of their business. Principal Katherine Hunter-Blyden is an experienced top tier MBA with more than two decades of marketing expertise.
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