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OnGuard to Appear in National Geographic Channel’s Product Showdown on May 23rd

May 19, 2014 // by admin

OnGuard, a leader in bicycle and powersports security, will be featured on National Geographic Channel’s hit new series, “Showdown of the Unbeatables” on Friday, May 23, 2014 at 10 p.m.

Brian Unger and Zane Lamprey, the show’s hosts, line-up the best products of American companies against one another in a battle where only one walks away victorious. OnGuard, one of the signature brands of Todson Inc., based in Foxborough, MA will face-off against an unsuspected and highly unusual opponent in the May 23rd showdown. To learn more about the show, visit http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/channel/showdown-of-the-unbeatables.

“The National Geographic Channel has launched a great new show where consumers get to see products in action, battling it out in unique challenges. The products featured are innovations from ANY company, large or small. Who doesn’t want to witness a product perform prior to purchasing it? We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to showcase one of our toughest OnGuard security locks,” said Neal Todrys, president of Todson.

OnGuard is known for their quality, innovation, and top-rankings. Providing the best lock at the best price, OnGuard has received a number of accolades over the years. Most recently, the OnGuard Pitbull STD lock won Gizmodo’s Best rating and the OnGuard Mastiff 5019 passed the Men’s Journal Torture Test.

The OnGuard line-up is categorized based on security levels (Ultimate, High, and Basic) so customers can confidently choose the lock that best suits their needs. OnGuard locks come with key-code registration service for secure key replacement, keyed-alike options, comprehensive anti-theft programs, limited lifetime warranties and more.

OnGuard products are offered at the finest independent bicycle and motorsports dealers and can also be purchased online at onguardlock.com.

OnGuard Security – More Lock, Less Money

OnGuard locks offer optimal bicycle and motorsports security with the latest technological innovations, quality construction, and ease-of-use at very competitive pricing. OnGuard, along with Topeak and Velox, are the signature brands of the family-owned Todson company. For more than 60 years, Todson has been a fixture of the bicycling industry in the U.S., representing some of the world’s most storied cycling brands. Todson is a full-service organization offering distributors, retailers and consumers a complete range of products and services.

Todson is headquartered in Foxborough, MA. For more information about OnGuard, visit www.onguardlock.com or call 774-306-3248.

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Rodman & Rodman CPAs Establish “Green Energy” Speaker’s Bureau

May 16, 2014 // by admin

Rodman & Rodman, a full service CPA firm with a Renewable Energy and Cleantech specialty practice serving “green” clients throughout the U.S., has recently established a Green Energy Speaker’s Bureau.

Thomas Astore, CPA, JD and Kathy Parker, CPA, MST, who are partners at Rodman & Rodman and active leaders of the company’s Renewable Energy and Cleantech specialty practice known as the “Green Team”, are available to speak to alternative energy producers, businesses and other audiences that pursue energy efficiency initiatives.

Potential topics include (but are not limited to): Green energy tax and business strategies for solar, wind, biomass, and cleantech companies; commercial and residential energy efficiency investments; the types of state and federal tax rebates available for various green energy initiatives; and the newly developed incentives and assistance programs geared towards accelerating the growth of solar energy infrastructure to mitigate climate change.

Mr. Astore and Ms. Parker are recognized experts in renewable energy accounting and have been guest speakers at numerous Cleantech industry conferences and forums. Mr. Astore graduated from Hofstra University and Fordham Law School, where he was a member of the law review. Ms. Parker graduated from University of Texas at Austin and Bentley University. She is the recipient of the Massachusetts Society of CPAs’ (MSCPA) 5th Annual Women to Watch Awards. Most recently, Ms. Parker spoke at “Banker & Tradesman’s Renewable Energy Real Estate Conference” which was attended by more than 120 renewable energy project developers, property owners, investors and commercial lenders in the greater Boston area.

Speaking engagements featuring Thomas Astore or Kathy Parker may be arranged by contacting Kathy Bautze at Rodman & Rodman (617) 965-5959.

About Rodman & Rodman P.C. CPAs

Founded in 1961 and listed in the Boston Business Journal’s “Top 50 Firms,” Rodman & Rodman, P.C. provides accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies. The Rodman & Rodman “Green Team” is a specialized green energy and clean technology accounting and tax services practice within Rodman & Rodman, P.C. that serves “green” clients throughout the U.S. The company is Green Business Certified and has been named by “Accounting Today” as one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” in 2010, 2011, and 2012. For more information, email info@rodmancpa.com, visit their website at www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.

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Theresa Barbadoro of Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro P.C. honored for excellence by Mass. Lawyers Weekly

May 15, 2014 // by admin

Theresa Barbadoro, of Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C., receives Excellence in the Law award from Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Editor-in-Chief Susan Bocamazo.

BOSTON, BRAINTREE AND QUINCY, MA…

Theresa Barbadoro, an associate at Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro P.C., was recently honored by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly at its Excellence in the Law event banquet on May 1 at the Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel in Boston. Ms. Barbadoro, along with 24 “up and coming” attorneys in the greater Boston area, was recognized for their outstanding accomplishments in the legal community.

“As a partner at the Firm, we’re proud of any of our attorneys, particularly the younger ones, who receive this kind of accolade. As the father of the attorney who received this honor, I’m beyond ecstatic and proud to call my daughter a colleague,” said Paul Barbadoro, a partner at Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C., a dynamic full-service law firm with a team of attorneys advising individuals, businesses and families throughout Quincy, Braintree, the South Shore and metro Boston areas.

Kathy Kelly of First Trade Union Bank recommended Ms. Barbadoro for her work with the bank’s clients. The Firm has worked with Ms. Kelly on commercial lending transactions over the past six years. Kathleen Kelly explained, “I really enjoy how organized Theresa is and I know that I can count on her every time.” Dean Rizzo, president of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, also recommended Ms. Barbadoro for the award.

As an honoree, Ms. Barbadoro received a trophy from Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly’s Editor- in-Chief Susan Bocamazo.

“This is quite an honor on several counts. First, having a client recognize your work and then being honored among your peers in the legal community. My thanks to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly for including me among the extremely talented lawyers also recognized as up-and-comers in our community,” said Theresa Barbadoro.

A graduate, magna cum laude, from The College of William and Mary in Virginia, Ms. Barbadoro received her law degree, magna cum laude, from The American University, Washington College of Law where she received the Gillette-Mussey Scholarship for Excellence in Legal Education and was selected to the American University Law Review and the Order of the Coif.

Ms. Barbadoro advises clients in all areas of corporate law, including, asset purchases, contract negotiation, commercial finance, secured transactions, mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures. She also counsels clients on corporate compliance and intellectual property matters. Married, she resides with her husband Munil Koppanati in Quincy, MA.

About the Firm

Founded in 1995, Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro P.C. is a full-service law firm located in Quincy committed to providing every client with personal attention and superior legal service at reasonable rates.

The firm’s attorneys provide legal advice and counsel to individuals, businesses and families throughout Quincy, Braintree, the South Shore and metro Boston areas. Led by five partners with a combined 100+ years of experience, Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro’s 15 attorneys practice in the following areas: litigation, tax, trust and estate planning, real estate, zoning and land use, corporate law, finance, criminal defense, immigration law, election law, and divorce and family law. Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro also offers a Speaker’s Bureau on topics of tax, estate planning, small business law and corporate law.

Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C. is headquartered at 300 Crown Colony Drive, Suite 500 in Quincy, MA. For more information, contact (781) 202-6929 or visit their website at http://www.bbb-lawfirm.com.

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Preventing tax overbites. “The Ten Most Expensive Tax Mistakes…that cost Dentists Thousands”, written and offered free by Millbury–based Accountant Paul Dion.

May 15, 2014 // by admin

MILLBURY, MA…

When it comes to holes, dentists typically know what to do: drill and fill. When it comes to loopholes—specifically tax loopholes that are available to all small business owners, many dentists aren’t quite as informed. In his new book “The Ten Most Expensive Tax Mistakes…that cost Dentists Thousands”, Millbury, MA-based accountant Paul Dion CPA demonstrates how many of these “loopholes” are excellent tax strategies for dentists and self-employed individuals—if you know how to implement them and then make them audit-proof.

“Before a dentist does any work on a patient, they look around, probe and then take x-rays so they can form a plan to treat a patient and then perform the treatment.

Optimizing tax opportunities for small business owners like dentists is very similar. It’s all about diagnosis and treatment,” said Dion.

Some of the topics covered by The Ten Most Expensive Tax Mistakes… include discussion of the right benefits for you and your employees; taking advantage of all the legitimate deductions, credits, loopholes and strategies the Tax Code offers; and selecting the right retirement plan for your future.

Dion, with three decades of experience providing tax and business advice, noted, “Many dentists, in fact probably most, are doctors first, business owners second. And thank goodness for that. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be equally adept at business, too.

My book covers some very basic tax strategies that can benefits dentists and small business owners of any kind. It’s a worthwhile read and a great starting point to taking control of your financial future.”

In addition to his publishing efforts, Dion often speaks to associations and groups, as well as other small business networking groups, regarding these tax strategies. To book Dion as a speaker, call (508) 853-3292.

CTC published “The Ten Most Expensive Tax Mistakes…”. The book is available to individuals and business owners for free, although there is a $4 cost of shipping the 76-page book.

ABOUT PAUL DION, CPA

Beyond simple “bean counting”, Paul Dion, CPA and associates work side by side and speak in common English to help clients fully understand their tax situation and take proactive steps to pay the least amount of tax legally allowed while minimizing the risk of an audit. Clients save money and sleep well as night.

Business services include small business accounting, payroll, cash flow management, strategic business planning, new business formation, internet controls, QuickBooks, part-time CFO, bank financing, succession planning and non-profit organization direction.

For a free book, more information or a complimentary consultation, please visit www.PaulDionCPA.com or contact Paul Dion CPA, via Info@PaulDionCPA.com or (508) 853-3292. Offices are conveniently located at 22 West Street, #6, (Felter’s Mill), Millbury, MA 01527.

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Voice4Nations’ Ice Cream Challenge Raises Money For Clean Water

May 14, 2014 // by admin

Voice4Nations.org, the non-profit outreach of virtual phone service company, VoiceNation, has kicked off their new Ice Cream Challenge Campaign, the “Summer Freeze”, which encourages folks to donate their ice cream money to help raise funds for clean water in developing nations.

According to the International Dairy Foods Association, Americans spend tens of billions of dollars a year on ice cream. For the amount the average American household spends on ice cream every month, that same amount could provide clean drinking water for a year to someone without it.

Through Voice4Nations’ new summer giving campaign, individuals and families can contribute to the Ice Cream Challenge, “Summer Freeze” Campaign on charity: water.org, in an effort to help save lives and rid diseases in developing nations.

So far this year, Voice4Nations has raised over $1100, which will provide clean water for at least 55 people.

According to Jay Reeder, Voice4Nations’ Executive Director, “Essentially, the ice cream money in your pocket can help eliminate the majority of the world’s illnesses. Clean water is a basic necessity for healthy living and we challenge you to join us in this worthy cause.”

To show your support and accept the Ice Cream Challenge, “Summer Freeze”, visit http://voice4nations.org/get-involved.

About Voice4Nations

Voice4Nations, the non-profit outreach of VoiceNation, acts as a voice for the nations – a voice for those who can’t speak for themselves, like the 50 percent of all children who live in poverty. Voice4Nations’ goal is to create awareness, encourage people to make a difference, and connect them with successful organizations where they can make a contribution directly funding the need.

A new generation of Voice4Nations.org has been launched to address the organization’s three key initiatives: bullying prevention, the global water crisis, and homelessness.

To learn more about Voice4Nations, visit http://voice4nations.org/

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Donna L. Marchand, CPA Joins Damon & Associates CPA

May 14, 2014 // by admin

Damon & Associates, Inc. a leading accounting, tax and wealth advisory firm on the South Shore, recently appointed Donna L. Marchand, CPA as a Senior Associate.

In her new role, Ms. Marchand will be responsible for corporate accounting, corporate and individual tax return preparation, and financial statement preparation.

Prior to joining Damon & Associates, Inc., Ms. Marchand worked as a Senior Associate at Burke and Associates, CPAs, Inc. for two years. Ms. Marchand graduated with a Master of Science in Accountancy with distinction from Bridgewater State University and passed the CPA exam in February 2014. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Education with an Undergraduate in Elementary Education and previously was a teacher for 11 years.

Ms. Marchand is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA). She is a resident of Hingham.

About Damon & Associates, Inc.

For more than two decades, Damon & Associates’ principal, Michael Damon CPA has been providing professional accounting, tax and wealth advisory services to businesses and high net-worth individuals throughout Massachusetts. With a team of six and plans for additional staff, Damon & Associates continues to provide the highest level of service to closely held businesses, their owners and individuals at their new Pembroke firm.

Damon & Associates’ professional accounting and business services include accounting and audit services, tax planning and preparation, bookkeeping and business development services. The firm’s typical business client has sales ranging from $1M to $30M. They also represent individuals seeking a high degree of consulting services in addition to annual tax preparation.

Damon & Associates is located at 300 Oak Street, Suite 220 in Pembroke, MA. For more information, contact (781) 924-5684 or visit http://www.damoncpa.com.

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Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc.’s offices in Auburn and South Hadley continue growth in 2014

May 13, 2014 // by admin

picture of George Fleischner, executive director of Nonotuck Resources Associates — George Fleischner, executive director of Nonotuck Resources Associates

AUBURN, MA, SOUTH HADLEY, MA and FLORENCE, MA…

For more than 40 years Nonotuck Resource Associates has helped transform the lives of hundreds of people with intellectual and physical disabilities by offering the personalized service of shared living and Adult Family Care (AFC). To meet the ever increasing demand from families for these non-traditional, value based services, Nonotuck recently added Laurie Nicol to its South Hadley staff and Craig Manning, Luanne Courtney and Carmen Paredes-Restrepo to its staff at its offices in Auburn, Massachusetts.

Laurie Nicol is an AFC RN at Nonotuck’s South Hadley office. Receiving her nursing degree from Holyoke Community College, she previously worked at the Holyoke Rehabilitation Center and in the Williston-Northampton School. Nicol lives in Easthampton with her husband of 22 years and two daughters who attend college.

Craig Manning, an AFC Care Manager in Nonotuck’s Auburn office, comes to the company after previously working as a case manager at Seven Hills Family Services in Worcester. He also worked for many years as a caseworker in the RFK Lancaster School Children Action Corp. Manning has also been a substitute teacher in the Leominster school system. He lives with his wife in Worcester.

Luanne Courtney, an AFC RN at Nonotuck’s Auburn office, has more than three decades of experience as a nurse. Her work experience includes such public and private sector organizations as the United States Navy in Bethesda, Maryland, Washington (DC) Adventist Hospital, Seven Hills Family Services in Worcester and Pleasantries Adult Day and Consulting Services in Marlborough, MA. Courtney resides in Northborough, MA.

Carmen Paredes-Restrepo, an AFC RN at Nonotuck’s Auburn office, holds a bachelor’s degree from Javeriana University in Bogota, Columbia and received her nursing degree in 2012 at Massachusetts Bay Community College. Her past employment includes St. Patrick’s Manor Rehabilitation Center in Framingham and Fresenius Medical Care/Blackstone Valley Dialysis in Milford. Paredes-Restrepo resides in Framingham, MA.

“We are always looking to add the highest caliber of caregivers to our staff. Laurie, Craig, Luanne and Carmen all fit that description and we are delighted to have them on board,” said George Fleischner, executive director of Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc.

Nonotuck offers Shared Living, Adult Family Care and Day Services for families who choose to care for their loved ones suffering with Alzheimer’s, autism, brain injuries, cancer, muscular dystrophy and other intellectual and physical disabilities at home. Based in Florence, Nonotuck has offices in Central and Western Massachusetts as well as on Boston’s South Shore and on Cape Cod.

For complete information on Nonotuck Resource Associates, including office locations, you can visit www.nonotuck.com or call Nonotuck’s main office at 413-586-5266 x104.

Caregiving with Love – Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc.

Founded in 1972 by a group of parents who had the courage and foresight to seek community care for their loved ones, Nonotuck has since helped transform the lives of hundreds of people with intellectual and physical disabilities by providing the personalized service of Shared Living and Adult Family Care. Each day Nonotuck addresses the ever increasing demand from families for these non-traditional, value based, in home services with love and care. If you are interested in finding out more about this unique service and our locations please visit www.nonotuck.com or call 413-586-5256 x 104.

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Artwork Bearing a second look. Action Bearing hosts wall mural/ad campaign at 201 Brighton Avenue headquarters

May 13, 2014 // by admin

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS…

To Action Bearing President Steve Katz, a ball bearing that can help take a train from Boston to Washington DC in under three hours is a work of art. But the second generation owner is well aware that the exterior of the location where that bearing came from, Action Bearing headquarters at 201 Brighton Avenue in Brighton, MA, is not. So when Katz was approached by Converse about using the exterior of his building for a mural/ad for the shoe company, he welcomed the idea.

“I’ve always said, you can’t shine a sneaker. But I have to commend this particular sneaker company, Converse, for turning a pretty drab space into a work of art,” said Katz.

The wall mural/ad covers two sides of Action Bearing’s building at 201 Brighton Avenue. Converse chose Action Bearing’s location based on the high volume of foot traffic on the street and the younger demographic in this urban area.

So far, the campaign seems to be a success with Action Bearing staff as it’s been with Brighton Avenue passerbys.

“We’ve been in business since 1957 and the exterior of our building probably hasn’t changed a whole lot since then. So our staff has definitely enjoyed the new look, as have our customers,” said Katz.

While the company has been compensated for use of the building, Katz would like a little something extra when the one-year agreement expires.

“If Converse wishes to renew, it would be kind of nice if they would throw a pair of Chuck Taylors for me and my staff. It’s been a while since I wore a pair of those,” said Katz.

The Action Bearing Difference

In a proud tradition, the same families that started the company in 1957 keep Action Bearing rolling by specializing in bearings for OEM and MRO markets across the country. Action Bearing has a staff of 22 and a 23,000 square foot facility to provide bearings ranging in size from 3mm to tunnel-boring 15-foot-diameter giants.

Action Bearing offers customers a one-stop shopping experience. With an online product catalog with more than three million bearings; a vast inventory of bearings; worldwide sourcing; a fixed price program; a knowledgeable staff dedicated to delivering; same day shipping and 24/7 service, Action Bearing has become the leading provider of bearings to OEM and MRO markets in the U.S. Action Bearing maintains headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, contact 617-782-1400 or toll free, 800-225-4587, email info@actionbearing.com or visit www.actionbearing.com.

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Social Media and Your Brand panel discussion sponsored by New England Franchise Association (NEFA) on June 10.

May 12, 2014 // by admin

How do you create a lasting relationship with your customer? Entice some give and take about the customer experience? Maintain the spark of the brand?

“Social Media and Your Brand” is the topic of the next New England Franchise Association (NEFA) event set for Tuesday, June 10, from 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. In addition to the panel discussion, the event will include an initial hour of open networking and a Mexican buffet dinner.

The panel discussion will be held at the Margaritas, 725 Cochituate Road, Framingham, MA 01701. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $59 for franchisors/franchisees and $79 for suppliers. Seating is limited to 30 and preference will be given to franchisors/franchisees.

Social media expert panelists will include Lew Sabbag, Business Plus One; Abbie McGilvery, Portland, Maine Chamber of Commerce; Ralph Burns, Antares Enterprises; and David DeBlasio, DeBlasio New Media Marketing. Bruce Wildes of LMC Group will moderate the panel.

ABOUT NEFA

New England Franchise Association (NEFA) is the trade organization for franchisors and franchisees in the region. The mission of NEFA is to bring franchise executives, franchisees and suppliers together to share ideas for success.

Franchising more than ever before, has an unprecedented opportunity to make a major positive impact on the future New England economy. In a 2001-05 study conducted by PriceWaterhouseCoopers on behalf of the International Franchise Association (IFA) found that in New England over 875,000 jobs are a result of franchising, the total output is over 100 billion dollars a year, and there are over 35,000 franchise establishments in the six New England states.

EVENT INFO

Space is limited. For more information and to reserve a seat for this event, please visit the New England Franchise Association via the organization’s website www.NEFranchise.org or email to info@NEFranchise.org.

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