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Apollo Safety launches correctional facility division

November 24, 2015 //  by admin

John V. Carvalho III
John V. Carvalho III

FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS…

Apollo Safety, Inc. a veteran-owned, Fall River, Mass.-based company specializing in safety products and services, recently announced the formation of a special division to serve correctional facilities. The new division will feature extensive offerings for these organizations and their facilities as it pertains to gas detection equipment, maintenance and monitoring.

“Correctional facilities and other houses of incarceration have many specific needs and budgetary constraints that can often make the already difficult jobs they have to accomplish even more challenging,” said John V. Carvalho III, president of president of Apollo Safety, Inc. “The new division will help us better serve our existing correctional facility customers and market to other facilities that need better gas detection systems and maintenance programs.”

Apollo Safety’s offerings include a wide variety of portable and stationary gas detection systems suitable for large universities, including name brands like Industrial Scientific, RAE Systems, RKI, and GMI. These systems are available for purchase or rental at weekly or monthly rates. Rental equipment is certified to NIST standards and is guaranteed for the entire rental period.

Apollo Safety also provides on-site installation and training along with and 24/7 service. All Apollo Safety technicians are factory-trained and certified. In addition, Apollo offers its own training program, with five levels of certification.

“If you have a faulty system at a correctional facility, the stakes are a little higher. Inmates behind bars have to rely on others to bring them to safety should there be a leak,” said Carvalho. “By having a maintenance and monitoring service in place, the correctional facility has the peace of mind of knowing the system in place is always working.”

Apollo Safety provides service in a “state of the art” in-house service center, as well as offering on-site support with factory-trained technicians for both portable and stationary gas detection systems. Apollo uses only factory-original parts for repairs and repairs are made exactly to client requirements. Apollo guarantees a 10-day turnaround time with pre-approval, though 66 percent of all repairs are completed in five days or less. Free software upgrades included with all repairs.

For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafetyproducts.net

About Apollo Safety

Apollo Safety has been serving the safety industry since 1995. Apollo Safety specializes in gas detection products and services for portable and stationary systems. That includes gas detector sales and support for most major brands of gas detection device manufacturers. Apollo Safety also provides service in a “state of the art” in-house service center, as well as offering on-site support with factory-trained technicians for both portable and stationary gas detection systems.

Veteran-owned, Apollo Safety, Inc. is trusted by facilities managers, building owners, landlords, universities, hotels, institutions, and government operations. Apollo Safety is a member of the National Safety Council, Massachusetts Safety Council, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Association (RIAFC) and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts (FCAM).

Apollo Safety’s corporate headquarters is located at 57 Walnut Street in Fall River, Massachusetts. For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafetyproducts.net.

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Category: Client NewsTag: "gas monitor, Gas Detection

Tips on identifying and reporting suspicious behavior. Public transit customers can see something, say something.

November 18, 2015 //  by admin

ELERTS transit appELERTS crowd-sourced rider tips to keep transit systems safe

WEYMOUTH, MA…

The attacks on Paris have registered sadly a lasting reminder that when you go out in public, seemingly calm environments can turn to chaos quickly. For those who use public transportation, it is important to be aware of the surroundings and suspicious behavior. Perhaps more importantly, you must know how to report it.

Many mass transit systems have increased patrols and use of K-9 sweeps to tighten security. But even with tightened security, transit police need the eyes and ears of riders as a force multiplier. Part of that is educating riders on what to look for and mentally note.

“Since 9/11, public transportation systems have been a soft target for terrorists and transportation authorities have installed systems and technology and encouraged riders to report suspicious behavior,” said Ed English, CEO of ELERTS, the leading provider of See Something, Say Something mobile apps for mass transit systems. “Those systems work even better when transit riders know what to look for and report it. Human analytics are very powerful.”

Some things English notes as potentially suspicious are: An unattended package or bag on a seat or a platform; unauthorized people in a seemingly restricted area; suspicious behavior or disorderly conduct; unexplainable odors, substances, or smoke.

Just as important as noticing this sort of activity are mentally noting things about the people and the suspicious behavior they are exhibiting (e.g. note the who, what, when where and why of the suspicious activity). It’s also important to note other details, specifically of the people involved (e.g. age, sex, gender, height, weight, hair color, clothing, etc.).

“What’s really key is that people report suspicious activity quickly. Rapid alerting can give first responders precious time to respond to an emergency or developing situation. If you are out and about, call 911. If you are on a train or bus, utilize the systems they have in place like text-a-tip lines, for example,” said English. “Apps like ours and others make it easy for concerned citizens to report suspicious behavior and to provide important information, without putting themselves in harm’s way.”

Presently, the ELERTS Transit mobile app is used by major transit systems, including MARTA in Atlanta, the MBTA in Boston, the NFTA in Buffalo, the VTA in Santa Clara and BART in San Francisco. Daily, more than 2.5 million riders may use ELERTS Transit app to report security and safety concerns to transit police and security dispatchers. ELERTS also has similar apps for K-12 schools, colleges and universities, hospitals, corporations and more.

ELERTS transit app connects riders to the proper authorities in a seamless way.  There is no phone number to remember, app users just press a few buttons to submit a report its quick and discrete. The web-based console also enables authorities to broadcast alerts to ELERTS app users.  For example, the transit app has been used to issue advisories on service disruptions; safety advice or BOLO (Be On the Look Out) messages may be sent to riders.  Transits have used ELERTS system to ask riders to find lost children, missing dementia patients and criminal suspects, by broadcasting messages to the rider’s app.

ELERTS transit app work with iPhone and Android smartphones. Users are able to utilize the app to submit reports containing photos, video, text descriptions and GPS maps, pinpointing the problem area.  ELERTS also offers a Text-A-Tip service for transit riders who do not have a smartphone.

For more information on ELERTS Transit, please call 877-256-1971 or visit www.ELERTS.com.

About ELERTS

ELERTS Corporation, headquartered in Weymouth, MA, develops best-in-class emergency communication software empowered by community-sourced reporting of safety and security concerns. The company’s cloud-based approach leverages smartphone technologies to provide robust, two-way communication between multiple parties. ELERTS mobile technology integrates with video surveillance, access control and mass-notification systems. The result is actionable information for emergency situations – to help First Responders become faster responders.

For more information, visit www.ELERTS.com or call 877-256-1971.

 

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Category: Client NewsTag: first responders, paris attacks

Between Rounds Establishes Grocery Partnership With the ShopRites of Canton and West Hartford

November 18, 2015 //  by admin

Jerry Makles, bakery manager at ShopRite of West Hartford
Jerry Makles, bakery manager at ShopRite of West Hartford

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, has recently partnered with Joseph Family Markets and the ShopRites of Canton and West Hartford, Connecticut to supply their signature bagels to ShopRite customers.

The two ShopRite stores, owned by Chuck and Debbie Joseph of Joseph Family Markets, are located at 110 Albany Turnpike in Canton and 46 Kane Street in West Hartford. As a family owned business, they are proud to partner with Between Rounds, which is also family owned, and will offer Between Rounds’ bagels in the bakery departments of both stores.

Joseph Family Markets ispassionate in its search for high-quality food products from Connecticut’s best small businesses. After hearing about Between Rounds Bagels, Chuck Joseph had his management team and associates try the bagels, which were met with rave reviews. Joseph made the decision to carry the product in his stores and the partnership was born.

Between Rounds bagels join a select group of other Connecticut-made products under the Joseph Family Markets Connecticut’s Own banner. “As a family-owned business, we forge partnerships with other Connecticut food artisans to bring their unique and flavorful products – from bagels to organic, gluten-free chips and salsa to micro batch ice cream and everything in between – to our customers,” explained Joseph.   “We’re proud to feature Between Rounds bagels as part of Connecticut’s Own, found here every day, under one roof.”

Between Rounds is the brainchild of the Puiia brothers, who established cafés in Vernon, South Windsor, Manchester and Tolland. The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which set them apart from other cafés. The popularity of their bagels inspired the Puiias to partner with independent grocers. The bagels are delivered to grocers fully baked so no additional labor is required of the bakery department.

Between Rounds has established partnerships with 22 grocers in Connecticut. Independent grocer owners or store managers interested in carrying Between Rounds bagels may contact Jerry or Joe Puiia at (860) 291-0323.

About Joseph Family Markets and the ShopRites of Canton and West Hartford

The ShopRites of Canton and West Hartford are proudly owned and operated by Joseph Family Markets, a locally owned business founded in 2010 by Chuck and Debbie Joseph.  The mission of Joseph Family Markets is to positively impact its associates, customers and community while upholding its core values of integrity, self-realization, family, service, enjoyment and sustainability. Joseph Family Markets and the ShopRites of Canton and West Hartford are dedicated to fighting hunger and supporting youth programs in the communities they serve. To learn more about ShopRite, visit www.shoprite.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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Category: Client News, Franchise NewsTag: bagels, bakery, bakery café, Between Rounds, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, business opportunity, cream cheese, CT, family-owned business, fast-casual dining, franchise, franchising opportunity, grocery partnership, Independent grocer, Jerry Puiia

Lapels Dry Cleaning Opens at 979 Main Street in Wakefield, MA

photo of Kevin Dao of Lapels Dry Cleaning of Wakefield

November 17, 2015 //  by admin

photo of Kevin Dao of Lapels Dry Cleaning of Wakefield
Kevin Dao of Lapels Dry Cleaning of Wakefield

WAKEFIELD, MA and HANOVER, MA…

Lapels Dry Cleaning, an innovative, environmentally friendly dry cleaning company headquartered in Hanover, Massachusetts, will open a full-service, environmentally friendly store at 979 Main Street in Wakefield on December 12.

“We’re extremely excited to bring a sustainable, non-toxic way of dry cleaning clothes to Wakefield,” said Kevin Dao, one of the owners of Lapels Dry Cleaning of Wakefield, along with Lien Tang and Thanh Tran. “Lapels Dry Cleaning has been very well received at our existing locations in Boston (Boston Trilogy). We’re confident that people who live and work in Wakefield will enjoy the high quality cleaning and service Lapels provides, too.”

Lapels has pioneered its eco-friendly dry cleaning experience over the past dozen years. Part of that effort includes a partnership agreement with GreenEarth®, the dry cleaning industry’s only non-toxic cleaning alternative for its newer locations like Lapels Dry Cleaning of Wakefield. Using these kinds of solutions and the latest technology in equipment, Lapels is one of the few dry cleaners able to boast that there is no hazardous waste in their process. Their environmentally-friendly cleaning process has no odor and is gentler on clothes, thus lengthening the life of clothes.

Lapels Dry Cleaning also sets itself apart with its customer service. Lapels customers are greeted to a warm and inviting reception area, with friendly customer service representatives, and alteration services.

Lapels offers it’s customers Automatic Rewards earning them credit towards free dry cleaning for every dollar they spend, Loyalty Programs, a VIP Program which eliminates the need to wait in line, the use of a 24 Hour Drop Off Service and FREE Home Delivery to all its customers. Same day service is also available with pick-up after 5 pm.

Hours for the new Lapels Dry Cleaning of Wakefield will be Monday through Friday, 7 am to 7 pm; Saturday 8 am to 5 pm; and Sunday, 12 pm to 3 pm. The grand opening for the new Lapels is scheduled for January 9.

For complete information on Lapels Dry Cleaning, please visit www.mylapels.com.

Lapels Dry Cleaning – Environmentally Friendly Cleaners
Each Lapels Dry Cleaning store offers a full slate of services, including: same-day dry cleaning; shirt service; tailoring; shoe repair; wedding gown preservation; suede and leather processing; box storage and fur storage. Lapels Dry Cleaning has stores in Arizona (Gilbert, Chandler, Phoenix, Scottsdale), California (Poway), Colorado (Littleton), Connecticut (Cromwell), Florida (Fleming Island, Orange Park) Louisiana (Monroe, West Monroe, Delhi, Rayville, Winnsboro), Massachusetts (Abington, Allston, Bedford, Boston, Boston Seaport, Brighton, Cambridge, Cohasset, Dedham, Easton, Framingham, Hanover, Hingham, Kingston, Marshfield, Martha’s Vineyard, Natick, Needham, Newtonville, Norton, Quincy, Walpole, Waltham, Wakefield, Wellesley, Westford, Westwood and Wilmington), Michigan (Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield), Mississippi (New Albany, Tupelo, Pontotoc), Missouri (Wildwood), New Jersey (Brick), Ohio (Liberty Township), Oklahoma (Edmond, Oklahoma City), Pennsylvania (Bloomsburg), Rhode Island (Lincoln); South Carolina (Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island), Texas (Bee Cave, Brownsville). Additional locations are coming soon to Tampa, FL, Stoughton, MA, and Oxford, MS.

Lapels Dry Cleaning has received a number of accolades in the franchise world. That includes being ranked in Entrepreneur’s 26th Annual “Franchise 500” as well as Entrepreneur’s “Top 50 New Franchises,” as one of today’s top franchise opportunities. Entrepreneur’s “Franchise 500” is the best and most comprehensive rating of franchises in the world and is based on objective, quantifiable measures of a franchise operation.

Lapels has also achieved acclaim in the dry cleaning industry. Lapels Dry Cleaning CEO Kevin Dubois is the co-author of Entrepreneurial Insanity in the Dry Cleaning Business, sold on Amazon.com.
Lapels Dry Cleaning corporate offices are located at 962 Washington Street, Hanover, MA 02339.

To learn more about franchise opportunities with Lapels Dry Cleaning, call toll free (866) 695-2735 or email sales@lapelsdrycleaning.com. Additional information and up-to-date company news can also be found on the company’s Web site, www.lapelsdrycleaning.com.

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Category: Client News, Franchise NewsTag: "dry cleaning franchise", dry cleaning franchise opportunity

OCES Joins the #GivingTuesday Movement

November 17, 2015 //  by admin

image006Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a private, non-profit agency that serves older adults and people with disabilities throughout the greater Brockton and Plymouth county area, has joined the #GivingTuesday movement to raise money for their Emergency Fund program. The fund helps meet needs of low income older adults and people with disabilities who are at-risk, in a crisis or emergency circumstance that threatens their health and/or living situation.

In the same way that Black Friday and Cyber Monday kick off the holiday shopping season, #GivingTuesday (December 1, 2015) kicks off the giving season. #GivingTuesday inspires people to collaborate in improving their local communities and to give back in impactful ways to the charities and causes they support.

OCES’ Emergency Fund is intended to meet the needs of low-income older adults and people with disabilities. All too often, these individuals encounter problems that can jeopardize their ability to maintain independence, dignity and well-being. The emergency fund is OCES’ primary resource used to assist with fuel, utilities, short-term emergency shelter, medical transport, medications, hot water heaters, food and other needs.

“The number of older adults and people with disabilities in our communities continues increasing. Their needs cannot be addressed through the use of any other resource, which is why our emergency fund is critical,” explained Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES. “Your help will provide such things as heat, food, and life sustaining medications to older adults and people with disabilities. #GivingTuesday proves that the holidays can be both giving and giving back. We ask the community to join OCES’ #GivingTuesday initiative.”

To help address local challenges and raise money for the Emergency Fund, visit www.ocesma.org and click on #GivingTuesday. Help spread the word, tell a neighbor, friend or family member how they can support people in need right in their community.

A Day Dedicated to Giving Back

#GivingTuesday is observed on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving and is now in its fourth year. Fueled by the power of social media and collaboration, #GivingTuesday connects individuals, communities and organizations around the world and provides a platform for them to encourage the donation of time, resources and talents. To learn more, visit www.givingtuesday.org.

About OCES

Founded in 1974, OCES serves 20 communities in Plymouth County as well as Avon, Easton and Stoughton. OCES is a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Brockton and designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and people with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency has 225 employees and operates more than 15 programs serving older adults, people with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.

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Category: Client NewsTag: #GivingTuesday, ASAP, Brockton, caregivers, COA, congregate meal, Council on Aging, Diana DiGiorgi, elder services, elder services agency, individuals with disabilities, OCES, Old Colony Elder Services, older adults, Plymouth, Plymouth county, seniors

Powerhead LLC donates homes for Norfolk FD fire drill

Norfolk Fire Department

November 17, 2015 //  by admin

Norfolk Fire Department
The Norfolk Fire Department holds a fire drill at 108 Main Street in Norfolk. The property was donated by Powerhead LLC, developer for the proposed Boyde’s Crossing project.

NORFOLK, MA and SOUTH EASTON, MA …

Sure, practice makes perfect. For some occupations—for example, fire departments—that’s easier said than done as it can be difficult to simulate real life conditions. A recent exception to that is the Norfolk Fire Department, which recently received a “donation” of two homes for use for practice drills and demolition.

The two homes, 106 and 108 Main Street in Norfolk, were donated by Powerhead LLC, a developer based in South Easton, MA. The two homes were due to be demolished as part of the proposed Boyde’s Crossing project, a Powerhead development to be managed by Stonebridge Homes, Inc. Instead, Powerhead donated the houses to the Norfolk Fire Department for drilling purposes.

The structure at 106 Main Street has been used by the department since June. Some of the training evolutions included search and rescue, ground ladder work and simulated fire attack. The structure at 108 Main Street was used for “live fire” training, where the Norfolk Fire Department prepared the building for eight fire scenarios.  Nearly all career and call staffs participated along with staffs from Foxboro and Plainville fire departments.

“Live fire training is the most beneficial given the need for skill retention–developing skill and confidence working under conditions encountered at actual fires,” Norfolk Fire Chief Coleman Bushnell. “We would like to thank Powerhead LLC for donating the two homes, especially since both are so close to headquarters.”

Said Eoghan Kelley, manager for Powerhead LLC, “Boyde’s Crossing will be a sustainable, pocket neighborhood community. For those who don’t know, pocket neighborhoods place a premium on community. That means lots of green, communal space, with homes in close proximity to your neighbors. We thought putting the demolition of these two homes for the good of the community fit right in with the spirit of the pocket neighborhood philosophy.”

According to Pocket-Neighborhoods.net, Pocket neighborhoods are clustered groups of neighboring houses or apartments around a shared open space—a garden courtyard, a pedestrian street, a series of joined yards or a reclaimed alley.” In addition to homes being closer together, ideas being discussed for the Boyde’s Crossing pocket neighborhood includes: homes with porches facing a common green area; walking trails; common garages with solar power; publicly shared bicycles; energy efficient homes; and more.

Plans for Boyde’s Crossing are still in the proposal stage. For more information about pocket neighborhoods, you can visit www.pocket-neighborhood.net.

About Stonebridge Homes, Inc.:

For more than 25 years, Stonebridge Homes and its team, based in South Easton, Massachusetts, have built and managed the construction of many residential communities throughout Massachusetts, including Tanglewood Estates in Easton, Mass; Stoney Ridge Estates in Dighton, Mass (www.stoneyridgedighton.com); The Pines in Dighton, Mass (www.thepinesdighton.com); and Maplewood Estates (www.newhomesatmaplewood.com) in Rockland, Mass. More recently, Stonebridge Homes has been focusing on building and managing construction in towns of southeastern Massachusetts, including Dighton, Easton, Foxboro, Lakeville, Norfolk, Norwell, Norton, Pembroke, Rockland and Westport. The styles of these communities have varied from imaginative condominiums to custom single‐family homes designed by its award‐winning architects whose specialty is customizing dream homes that provide space and luxury to households of all sizes. Each development is built with the same commitment for quality and satisfaction.

For more information, please visit www.stonebridgehomesinc.com or call 508.230.2300.

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Category: Client NewsTag: custom home building, home builder

OCES Announces Special Thanksgiving Meals at Congregate Meal Sites

November 13, 2015 //  by admin

OCES logoOld Colony Elder Services (OCES), the regional agency that serves older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout the greater Brockton and Plymouth county area, will offer special Thanksgiving meals at partnering Council on Aging (COA) congregate meal sites on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at noon.

OCES’ Thanksgiving menu features roast turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, baby carrots, and whole-wheat rolls, with pumpkin mousse for dessert. Reservations are required and can be made by calling your local COA.

In addition to serving this Thanksgiving feast on the 18th, the COAs of Brockton, East Bridgewater and Kingston will be serving Thanksgiving meals with slightly different menus on additional days. Please call these COAs for more information.

OCES’ congregate meal sites provide hot, nutritious noontime meals Monday through Friday to adults age 60+ and individuals with disabilities under the age of 60. Meals are planned by a Nutritionist and meet one-third of the Recommended Daily Allowance for major nutrients. The meals do not feature high sodium foods and no salt is added. Low-fat milk is provided.

“Our congregate meal sites provide older adults with healthy, nutritious and delicious meals on a daily basis, along with the chance to socialize and enjoy fun activities,” said Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES.

Congregate meal menus are published in local newspapers and in COA newsletters. A sample menu may be requested by calling OCES at (508) 584-1561 or visiting the website at www.ocesma.org.

About OCES

Founded in 1974, OCES serves 20 communities in Plymouth County as well as Avon, Easton and Stoughton. OCES is a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Brockton and designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and people with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency has 225 employees and operates more than 15 programs serving older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.

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Category: Client NewsTag: ASAP, Brockton, caregivers, COA, congregate meal, Council on Aging, Diana DiGiorgi, elder services, elder services agency, individuals with disabilities, OCES, Old Colony Elder Services, older adults, Plymouth, Plymouth county, seniors, Thanksgiving meal

Excuse me, my hovercraft awaits.

November 12, 2015 //  by admin

Adaptation. While traveling last month I had the “aha” moment of how drastically travel has changed. How have standard elements changed in your world?stevewsj

First, we all know airliners have become stripped down school buses in the sky. Space is tight, food is limited and you are at the mercy of person wedged in next to you.

Second, Airbnb has completely revamped accommodation options. Now you can choose a room, an apartment or a villa at short money and on your terms.

Third, Uber has reduced costs and wait time.

These seismic shifts have also been felt in my PR/Marketing world. The Huffington Post has become a “go to” source for news and (many) opinions. Streaming radio allows out of market access. Hulu and YouTube are a strong alternative to conventional TV. Netflix is nibbling away at cinema. Follow ads haunt our Internet experience.

The challenge is to embrace the new, bolster the old and keep an eye on the horizon for the next innovation.

What are the major shifts in your world? Do they bring savings, wider selection, immediacy?  How do you remain current? How do you compete?

Quote to Consider

“Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.”
~ John F. Kennedy

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Category: Company NewsTag: advertising, marketing, PR, PR Works

Hanson resident Sean Cahill joins South Coast Improvement Company

photo of Sean Cahill

November 10, 2015 //  by admin

photo of Sean Cahill
Sean Cahill

MARION, MA…

South Coast Improvement Company (SCI), a design-build general contractor serving New England and the Mid-Atlantic states, recently hired Sean Cahill as a construction site supervisor. Cahill comes to the Marion, Mass.-based contractor after serving as a sales manager at Cape Cod Lumber.

In his role as supervisor, will manage construction crews on SCI new construction and renovations projects. Since being hired in July, Cahill has worked on SCI projects for New Hope Village in Walpole, MA and Brookdale River Bay Club in Quincy.

“With his background in building materials, sales and management, Sean brings an invaluable set of skills to the table and he’s a fine example of the talent we have on staff at South Coast Improvement,” said Tom Quinlan, president of South Coast Improvement, Inc.

Cahill began in the building materials sales in 1993. In addition to Cape Cod Lumber, he worked at Harvey Industries and Norandex.

“Making a bit of career change like this is a little unnerving but it’s gone very well so far. Everyone at SCI is very easy to work with,” said Cahill. “Our business may be construction, but we really are in the service industry and that’s where my background in sales management really comes in handy. At the end of the day, it’s really about managing personalities and working with people.”

Cahill earned an associate’s degree from Massasoit Community College. He resides in Hanson, Massachusetts with his wife Carol and their two young children.

For more information South Coast Improvement, please call 508-748-6545 or visit www.southcoastimprovement.com.

About South Coast Improvement Company

South Coast Improvement offers a range of design, construction and management services across a variety of sectors—interiors as well as exteriors—including office buildings, health care facilities, educational institutions, commercial properties, assisted living facilities, and residential communities.  South Coast Improvement’s services include: Preconstruction analysis; Construction management; General contracting; Design/build services;  Capital improvement; Building envelope improvements; and Interior renovations.

For more information, visit www.southcoastimprovement.com or call 508-748-6545.

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