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Ingage Consulting’s Evan Hackel selected for New England Franchise Owners (NEFA) board of directors

Evan Hackel
Evan Hackel of Ingage Consulting

FRAMINGHAM, MA AND WOBURN, MA…The New England Franchise Association (NEFA), the trade organization for franchisors and franchisees in the region, has announced its new board of directors. Among those chosen for the new board include Evan Hackel, founder of Ingage Consulting of Woburn, MA.

“Having been a member of NEFA for several years, I’m thrilled and honored to be appointed to its board of directors,” said Hackel.  We have some impressive individuals on the new board who have experience as franchisors, franchisees and consultants in the industry. I’m looking forward to working with the board and NEFA members to develop programs and events that engage and benefit our Association.”

In addition to Hackel, the new board includes both franchisors and those who serve the franchise community.  Board members include Bruce Wildes, Acadia Business Advisors, LLC, Cumberland, ME; Chuck Lynch, MaidPro, Boston, MA; Donato Dandreo, Compete Now, Boston, MA; Gina Weinstock, G. T. Reilly & Company, Milton, MA; Kevin Dubois, Lapels Dry Cleaning, Hanover, MA; Kim Woods, Franchise Solutions, Portsmouth, NH; Murray Vetstein, Source4, Brockton, MA; Steve Dubin, PR Works, Kingston, MA; and Suzanne Cummings, Cummings Franchise Law, P.C., Stoneham, MA.

“Evan’s a great addition to our board of directors and a great example of the high caliber of members we have in NEFA,” said NEFA President Steve Dubin.

Hackel’s consulting firm, Ingage Consulting, focuses on improving the performance of franchises by enhancing the relationship of individual franchisees and the franchisor. By creating a culture of partnership and common purpose, Ingage Consulting is able to help franchisees and franchisors dramatically improve their performance.

Before founding Ingage Consulting, Hackel was president at CCA Global Partners for 20 years. At CCA, he was responsible for four business divisions with more than 2,000 units, more than $5 billion in sales, and operating in four countries. While at CCA, Mr. Hackel founded its marketing department, national programs department, and its award-winning training department.

About NEFA

New England Franchise Association (NEFA) is the trade organization for franchisors and franchisees in the region, with over 150 members. The mission of NEFA is to bring franchise executives, franchisees and vendors 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.

For more information, please visit the New England Franchise Association via the organization’s website www.NEFranchise.org or email to info@NEFranchise.org.

About Ingage Consulting

Ingage Consulting is a management consulting firm that works with franchisors and franchisees to improve the franchise organization’s culture which in turn increases sales and satisfaction; improves growth and retention and boosts loyalty and profits.

Ingage Consulting provides solutions that drive the cooperation, commitment, passion and loyalty of both franchisors and franchisees.  The company helps solve the problems of franchise organizations by offering services that range from partnership creation and vibrant intranet community creation to trust building, improved communication and strategic planning.  After a thorough assessment, Ingage Consulting devises solutions to a franchise organization’s challenges. These solutions may include the development of methods that maximize collaboration among franchisees/licensees or the development of a clear strategy and execution plan for change which is customized to meet organizational objectives.

Evan Hackel, Ingage founder and management expert has more than two decades of experience in best practices, turnaround strategies and team dynamics.  He is often engaged to analyze franchise businesses, provide recommendations and facilitate strategic planning.  Hackel is a  a member of the National Speakers Association. As a member of the International Franchise Association (IFA), he holds a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) and is a member of the IFA Supply Forum. Hackel is a member and serves on the board of director os the New England Franchise Association (NEFA).

Ingage Consulting is located at 400 Trade Center, Suite 5900 in Woburn, MA.  For more information, contact (781) 569-5900 or visit the website www.ingage.net.

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Ride on! Law Offices of John C. Manoog donates bike safety equipment for Manomet Mystery Riders’ Toy Drive

Law Offices of John C. Manoog III Attorney Michael O’Malley, second from left, presents a check to the Manomet Mystery Riders’ Sue Lamoureux, Sue and John Eichinger. The donation went to safety equipment purchased by the Manomet Mystery Riders for bicycles purchased for their annual toy drive for the Salvation Army.

HYANNIS, AND PLYMOUTH, MA…

As a motorcycle club, the Manomet Mystery Riders are strong advocates for safe bike riding of any kind. So when the Riders hold their annual toy drive for the Salvation Army, every bicycle they purchase must come with necessary safety equipment—helmets, horns, reflectors, etc. This year’s drive had a not-so-secret Santa, the Law Offices of John C. Manoog III, which donated $500 to cover the cost of the safety equipment for the bicycles purchased for this year’s recipients.

“When we heard about the Manomet Mystery Riders toy drive, especially how they buy bicycles for older children and teens as well as the younger ones, we knew it was something we wanted to be involved with,” said John C. Manoog III, attorney and principal of the Law Offices of John C. Manoog III. “As personal injury attorneys, many of the cases we handle could have been avoided had the proper precautions been taken. Riding a bike is no different. Helmets, lights/reflectors and horns go a long way toward preventing accidents and minimizing the impact of spills.”

The Manomet Mystery Riders purchased 15 bicycles for this year’s toy drive, held on Sunday, November 25. The bikes were purchased at Benny’s department store located at 179 Court Street in Plymouth.

“We can’t thank Attorney Manoog enough for his generous donation,” said John Eichinger, treasurer for the Manomet Mystery Riders. “We give a variety of toys as part of our drive but for obvious reasons the bicycles are near and dear to our heart. John’s generous donation will help give a lot of children and teens a much happier holiday.”

Generosity combined with a safety message is nothing new for the Law Offices of John C. Manoog III. The firm recently partnered with Friendly’s and the Barnstable Police Department on a Halloween safety campaign that included passing out reflective lights for younger patrons of Friendly’s to use for trick-or-treating.

“We see too many accidents and unfortunate tragedies happen on account of negligence and just not thinking ahead,” said Manoog. “If there’s an opportunity to prevent something like that from happening, we’re happy to help.

For more information on the Law Offices of John C. Manoog III, please visit www.manooglaw.com.

About The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III 

The attorneys at The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III specialize in helping clients  recover their losses in all types of personal injury cases including automobile accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, dog bites, wrongful death, product liability, construction site accidents, as well as obtaining the benefits needed in workers compensation cases. The Firm also offers criminal defense services for clients. Initial consultation is free. The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III has two locations, 450 South Street in downtown Hyannis and 18 Main Street Extension in Plymouth center for added convenience.

For more information, visit www.manooglaw.com or call toll-free 888-262-6664.

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VoiceNation’s Job Fair at Goodwill a Huge Success

VoiceNation, the industry leader in live answering and virtual receptionist services, had a tremendous turnout of over 120 job seekers at their recent job fair held at Goodwill of North Georgia’s Oakwood Career Center.

The job fair was part of VoiceNation’s recruitment campaign entitled “It’s Your Turn to Answer the Call”. The company is looking to fulfill Customer Service Representative positions for full and part-time shifts at their expanding call center in Buford. VoiceNation is one of the fastest growing answering services in the industry. Customer Service Representatives are needed to answer inbound calls, take orders, screen calls and provide event registration for companies from various industries including legal, healthcare and hospitality.

VoiceNation had a 90 percent interview attendance rate, which far exceeds the average attendance rate of 56 percent by normal recruiting standards. Although these numbers are significant, VoiceNation is highly selective in hiring, ensuring the best possible fit for the organization and their clients.

“We received well over 100 resumes within a week’s time, and more than one third of all the applicants we interviewed were scheduled for a second interview. We’re very pleased with the success of the job fair and we’d like to work with Goodwill of North Georgia Oakwood Career Center again in the near future,” said Jay Reeder, founder and president of VoiceNation.

Goodwill® of North Georgia
The mission of Goodwill of North Georgia is to put people to work. We have been providing services in the region for more than 85 years. In fiscal year 2012, we provided job training and employment services to more than 30,000 people and helped approximately 10,224 people find jobs or start new businesses. Our organization currently operates 42 stores and more than 60 attended donation centers. Revenues generated from Goodwill’s retail program help fund our job training and placement programs. Last year, we processed more than 1.8 million donations.

About VoiceNation
VoiceNation is America’s telecommunications leader for virtual PBX, voicemail and innovative Next Generation call centers. Named a “Top Provider in Industry” by PC World, VoiceNation provides live answering service and call center solutions utilizing the latest in proprietary technology to deliver high quality call answering services at the lowest cost to their customers. In this way, VoiceNation enables business of all sizes to compete in the marketplace with 24-hour availability that adapts to any situation.

Founded in 2002, VoiceNation is a privately-held company that serves more than 40,000 customers including FEMA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Dell, AIG and the U.S. Coast Guard. The company also provides qualified non-profit, tax-exempt charities with access to voicemail, faxmail and other specialized communication services at reduced cost through their Care2Call outreach program.
To learn more about VoiceNation, visit http://www.qualityansweringservice.com.

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Green and Grounded. SelecTech Inc. Unveils New Improved ESD Flooring

SelecTech, Inc., a leader in the manufacture of innovative flooring products from recycled materials, has recently announced their new and improved StaticStop interlocking ESD flooring.

StaticStop ESD flooring tiles are the only ESD products available that have no disclaimers for high-moisture, irregular and problem subfloors. It is the first and only static control flooring system that is “conductive, connected and grounded”™.

SelecTech’s unique and innovative interlocking flooring solution is now even easier to install and does not require messy adhesives, copper foil, underlayments or padding. StaticStop ESD flooring provides a simplified and convenient installation process that translates into less down time for facilities, which further translates into reduced costs and an improved bottom line.

StaticStop ESD flooring is manufactured with a minimum of 20 percent recycled materials, and it is the only conductive flooring of its kind that can contribute to LEED™ points.

“Our StaticStop interlocking ESD floor tiles are more robust and even simpler to install, resulting in a beautiful, seamless finish. Benefits to the customer are high quality, overall savings and the fact that it’s a green product. Our StaticStop ESD tiles are the densest at 7.94mm when compared to our competitor’s 5mm and ours have a built-in underlayment, which is key for a reliable, stable and durable installation,” explained Thomas Ricciardelli, the company’s president.

StaticStop ESD flooring is versatile enough for a variety of static control environments from electronic manufacturing environments to mission critical environments such as Server Rooms and Data Centers; Federal and State Government Operation Centers and PBX, HUB and Call Centers. It is ideal for retailers, commercial buildings, government buildings, food service providers, schools and more. Companies that utilize SelecTech’s StaticStop ESD flooring include GlaxoSmithKline, T-Mobile, Boeing, USPS, Dell, Crestron Electronics, Volvo and the Federal Aviation Administration.

Additionally, a visual such as a company logo or a general pattern from SelecTech’s stock image collection may be printed on StaticStop ESD flooring.

“To give you an example, we cater to a number of retailers that require a logo or pattern on StaticStop ESD flooring and use it in various merchandising areas. It’s also perfect for franchise renovations,” noted Ricciardelli.

To learn more about SelecTech’s StaticStop ESD flooring, visit http://www.staticstop.com.

About SelecTech, Inc.

StaticStop ESD Flooring is a Division of SelecTech, Inc. SelecTech, Inc. was founded in 1993 with the mission of creating valuable products from scrap plastics. The company has become a leader in the manufacture of flooring products from recycled materials and uses one million pounds of recycled materials annually. Their products are made with up to 100 percent recycled content, are 100 percent recyclable and install without adhesives making them some of the “greenest” and most cost-effective flooring products available.

Using state-of-the-art technology and innovative product design, SelecTech created

StaticStop ESD Flooring, which is renowned as the interlocking ESD flooring powerhouse. StaticStop ESD Flooring is the only conductive flooring of its kind that can contribute to LEED™ points.

The unique interlock system allows StaticStop products to be installed at a much lower cost, without adhesives, and without a lot of costly downtime and disruption, which provides significant value to the customer. SelecTech, Inc.
is headquartered at 33 Wales Avenue, Suite F in Avon, MA. For more information about SelecTech, visit www.selectechinc.com.

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Mass Bay Spine & Sport To Participate in Marshfield Community Christmas

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield, will be participating in Marshfield Community Christmas as an official drop off location until December 20th.

Marshfield Community Christmas was founded in 1979 as an effort to help members in the community by giving them new toys, small gifts and food certificates in the hopes of making Christmas a little more joyful. Gifts for children and teens are needed. Bear in mind that teens in particular are often in need of grooming items such as hair products, shaving items and manicure sets.

For additional information contact MBSSPT directly or visit: http://www.marshfieldcommunitychristmas.com/

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. MBSSPT, a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Boston Podiatrist Offers Tips to Keep Feet in Tip-Top Shape During the Holiday Season

‘Tis the season for sky high, closed-toe stilettos, wedges and glitzy strap sandals. But how do you ensure foot comfort and health while donning fashionable footwear for the holidays?

Boston Common Podiatry, led by established Boston podiatrist and board certified foot surgeon Jordana Szpiro, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S., offers six key tips for keeping your feet in tip-top shape during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.

If you suffer from:

Hammertoes – Be sure that if you’re wearing closed-toe shoes and that they are the correct size and have adequate room in the toe box.

Ingrown toenails – Avoid pointy toed shoes or shoes that are too small.

Flat feet or fallen arches – It’s best to find shoes with good arch support. Even in high heels, certain shoes have more contoured arches than others.

Plantar fasciitis – Contrary to popular belief, flat shoes aren’t the best solution for all foot problems. Heels will actually feel better than flatter shoes, but be sure to stretch your calf and behind the ankle well before bed. If you’re having pain in the bottom of the heels, avoid any type of kitten heel.

Ankle weakness or previous foot/ankle injury – Heels make your ankles very vulnerable to inversion injuries and sprains, so it’s best to wear something with an ankle strap and thicker heel. Wedges can be particularly destabilizing.

Additionally, avoid frostbite if you are out in open sandals by wearing tights or nylons if possible. Take transportation when possible, even if you’re not travelling a great distance and have a pair of socks handy for when in transit. If you think you may have suffered prolonged exposure, soak in warm, not hot water before bed and wear warm socks to bed.

According to Dr. Szpiro, “You can still wear the hottest styles, but choose wisely. If you have ongoing foot issues, these recommendations should be taken into consideration to ensure comfort and avoid further aggravation of the foot condition.”

About Boston Common Podiatry

Boston Common Podiatry specializes in the treatment of foot conditions including pain, fractures and sports-related injuries; complicated foot conditions caused by diabetes, arthritis and cardiovascular disease; pediatric podiatry and molded orthotics. From athletes and dancers to marathon runners and high-heeled fashionistas to seniors and children, the renowned Boston Common Podiatry cares for patients from the greater Boston and Cape Cod areas.

The practice’s physicians are affiliated with Partner’s Healthcare, Mt. Auburn Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Cambridge Health Alliance, and Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Medford. The office is handicapped accessible and they offer convenient, on-site x-ray services.

Boston Common Podiatry is one of the few practices in the area offering two of the newest, most advanced treatments: Keryflex, which is a new and innovative solution to fungal or dystrophic nails and the innovative GenesisPlus Nd:YAG laser by Cutera, the most powerful FDA-cleared laser for the treatment of warts, fungus, scars and thermal resurfacing. Boston Common Podiatry is located at 264 Beacon Street, Second Floor, Boston, MA. For more information contact 617-262-2266 or visit bostoncommonpodiatry.com.

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South Shore Skin Center and Spa to Hold Men’s Shopping Event on December 19th

South Shore Skin Center and Spa, one of the most progressive medical and cosmetic dermatology practices in Massachusetts will hold a Men’s Shopping Night Event at The Spa located at One Scobee Circle, Unit 3 in Plymouth on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 from 4-6 p.m.

South Shore Skin Center and Spa’s Men’s Shopping Night is a holiday shopping bash catered just for men with hassle-free shopping, complimentary cookies, beverages, the Sports Channel and free parking. Men will have an opportunity to purchase gift cards, stocking stuffers and pre-wrapped gifts for their wife, girlfriend, boss or family members.

Ladies are welcome to attend. Attendees will be able to take advantage of special deals offered only at this event.

For more information, contact South Shore Skin and Spa at 508-747-0711.

About South Shore Skin Center and Spa

South Shore Skin Center and Spa is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services. Founded in 1984, South Shore Skin Center and Spa is a unique team of physicians, physician assistants, nurses, medical assistants, surgical assistants, and licensed aestheticians who are all specialists in dermatology and share a passion for excellence and a commitment to providing the highest level of care to both children and adults in the greater Boston area.

South Shore Skin Center and Spa offers cosmetic dermatology treatments for wrinkles, age spots, acne scarring, birthmarks, hair removal, tattoos and more using the Fraxel re:store DUAL and Fraxel re:pair lasers, ePrime (Evolastin procedure), Candela VBeam, Gentlelase, Gentle YAG, and Alex lasers. The practice also offers therapeutic massage and a full range of affordable anti-aging services including Clear + Brilliant, Botox, Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm and other wrinkle fillers; volumizers such as Radiesse and Sculptra; Thermage; microdermabrasion; medical grade facials, micropeels and chemical peels.

South Shore Skin Center and Spa has been awarded South Shore Living’s Best of the South Shore in 2011 and 2012. South Shore Skin Center and Spa is located at One Scobee Circle, Unit 3, in Plymouth, Mass. (508) 747-0711 and at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202, in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340. For more information, visit the website at www.southshoreskincenter.com.

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Mass Bay Spine & Sport’s Physical Therapists Participated in Kingston Turkey Trot to Support Ovarian Cancer Research & Awareness

Mass Bay Spine & Sport’s Brendan Carman MPT stands with his children Andrew, Hailey, Brian and Jason and team members Patti Simms PT and Matthew Dupont DPT at the 5th Annual Kingston Turkey Trot. The MBSS team participated in the Soul Sister Foundation’s Turkey Trot to support ovarian cancer research and awareness. Congrats to Matthew, who finished 5th overall with a time of 18 minutes 18 seconds.

The Soul Sister Foundation’s mission is to unite with the community and work together as sisters to promote awareness of today’s critical women’s health issues. For more information about the Kingston Turkey Trot, visit www.Soulsisterfoundation.org.
For more information about Mass Bay Spine & Sport, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com.

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