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Great OPS for C-Level Franchise Execs…2012 Franchise Operational Performance Summit (OPS)– the only franchise executive conference dedicated to performance operations execllence– to be held July 18 & 19 in Denver, CO.

Evan Hackel
Evan Hackel of Ingage Consulting

WOBURN, MA and DENVER, COLORADO…

Traditional franchise conferences provide networking opportunities, seminars, vendor presentations and meetings for franchisee councils. Very rarely is attention given to franchise operations. The Franchise Operational Performance Summit (OPS), to be held on July 18 and 19 in Denver, Colorado focuses exclusively on how C-level franchise executives can improve their respective franchise operations.

The initial Franchise OPS was held last December in Atlanta, Georgia. Eight franchise experts—Evan Hackel and Deb Binder of Ingage Consulting, Stacey Ruth of Actio Marketing, Eric Stites of Franchise Business Review, Keith Gerson of FranConnect, Rupert M. Barkoff of Kilpatrick, Townsend and Stockton, Barth Getto of BizUnite and Bill Gauthier of CCA Global Partners—will conduct two days of workshops at the Westin Hotel in downtown Denver.

“We received tremendous feedback from the first OPS, both in terms of positive response and comments on how we can make the two-day Summit even better,” said Hackel. “For the Denver OPS, we’ve incorporated many of those suggestions to make it even more beneficial for franchise CEOs, COOs and VPs of Operations.”

A sampling of the workshops to be held includes:

  • Real World Franchise Compliance
  • Impactful, Substantive and Effective Convention/Conferences 
  • Turning a Survey into a Powerful Management Tool
  • Maximizing the Benefits of an Online University 
  • Supercharge Operational Excellence with Web 2.0 Technology
  • Making the Most of Franchise System Buying Services

“Participating in the Franchise Operations Performance Summit provided a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with the essentials of franchise ops support as well as to hear new ideas from knowledgeable industry experts,“ said Ralph Thiergart, vice president of franchise services for Choice Hotels International.

Added Jackob Hunt, vice president of operations for Dogtopia, “Networking, collaboration of ideas and practical solutions made this summit worth the time and money. I look at this as an investment in efficiency in ways to work smarter.“

In addition to the educational benefits, roundtable discussions and networking opportunities with C-level franchise executives, the Franchise OPS offers the added bonus of being approved for 300 CFE credits by the International Franchise Association.

“With a lot of conferences, you come away with good ideas and make some good connections but because you get that information on the fly, it’s not as easy to implement when you get back to the home office,“ said Hackel. “With Franchise OPS, each attendee will be able to take actionable items back with them to help improve their franchise operations.”

Interested parties can register for the Franchise OPS before July 2 for as little as $399. After that, the fee increases to $499.

Franchise OPS is sponsored by Franchise Business Review, Kilpatrick Townsend, Actio Marketing, BizUnite and Ingage Consulting. For complete information on Franchise OPS, please visit http://www.franchiseoperationssummit.com.

About Ingage Consulting

Ingage Consulting is a management consulting firm that works with cooperatives and cooperative councils and leadership to improve the 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 cooperative members.  They offer unique services that help solve the problems of cooperatives in a number of ways.  Working closely with clients, the Ingage Consulting team quickly and thoughtfully assesses, understands and devises solutions to a cooperative organization’s challenges.  Leaders come away with ideas for improvement, including methods for maximizing collaboration among co-op members and a clear strategy and execution plan for change, customized to meet organizational objectives.  Ingage Consulting’s proven techniques to increase collaboration brings about greater productivity and success on many levels. In short, Ingage Consulting makes cooperatives more successful.

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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How Safe is Your Safe Harbor? Rodman & Rodman CPAs Pose 10 Key Questions

Section “1603” of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 expired at the end of 2011. Under the terms of 1603, renewable energy companies could qualify for grants in lieu of Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for projects where construction began in 2009, 2010, or 2011 and placed in service before the credit termination date (year-end 2011).

The Green Team at Rodman & Rodman, P.C. has worked closely with attorneys, developers and experts to make sure projects are safe harbor. Serving clients throughout the U.S. at their Braintree and Newton, MA offices, Rodman & Rodman are an independent accounting firm specializing in renewable energy projects.

Treasury Department guidelines provided two ways for the grant applicant to “begin construction.” One way was to begin significant physical work. The second way is a “Safe Harbor” provision for applicants that paid or incurred more than five percent of the total cost of the project in 2011.

According to Kathy Parker, CPA, MST, Partner, “As of December 31, 2011, the deadline for the 1603 Grant and the required five percent safe harbor came to an end. Many developers who are beginning projects are still questioning whether they are really safe harbor protected. While the Treasury had a list of frequently asked questions, many of the answers were vague and left room for considerable interpretation.”

Parker outlines 10 questions for developers that help in determining whether or not they are safe harbor protected.

1) Did you have a legal binding contract by December 31, 2011?

2) Did you pay or incur five percent of the total eligible cost of the project before December 31, 2011? (Remember not all costs are eligible for the 1603 grant. It is important you safe harbored the correct cost.)

3) Was part of the cost incurred for the safe harbor “soft cost”, if so, how much? The Treasury is reviewing “soft cost” very carefully. Did you have “hard cost” as well?

4) Are there related parties involved in the transaction? Was the transaction done at “arms-length”?

5) Accounting method: Are you an accrual or cash basis taxpayer for income tax purposes? Did you pay the cost as of December 31, 2011 or did you incur them? Did you follow the guideline based on your accounting method?

6) Title transfer: Did you receive title of equipment within three and a half months of payment date?

7) Was the entity that purchased the equipment created before December 31, 2011, or are you contributing the assets to an entity after December 31, 2011? Was your entity setup correctly? Treasury will look carefully at ownership structure.

8) How is the project funded? Debt? Grants? Other?

9) When will your project be placed in service?

10) If the cost basis is more than $500,000 you will need an independent accountant to certify the cost. If the requesting payment is greater than $1 million you will need an independent accountant’s examination opinion attesting to the accuracy of the cost claimed as part of the basis of the property. Do you have an accounting firm that specializes in 1603? Are they independent?

Parker continued, “1603 plays a significant role in current green projects. It is important to follow the Treasury guidelines as all 1603 applications will be carefully scrutinized by the Treasury. Applications that are well organized will ensure that the process goes smoothly.”

Those who are unsure of any of the answers to the 10 questions should check with their accountant and/or tax attorney or contact Kathy Parker at Rodman & Rodman (617) 965-5959.

About Rodman & Rodman P.C.

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. With a focus on strategic planning, Rodman & Rodman goes beyond traditional accounting services and takes a proactive approach when serving clients to increase, preserve and sustain clients’ financial net worth. 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 in 2010 and 2011 was named one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” in Accounting Today.

From business valuations, taxation, audits, fraud detection and prevention services and succession planning to a variety of accounting IT services including software selection, implementation and training, the team at Rodman & Rodman serves as comprehensive advisors to clients. For individual clients, the company offers personal advisory services such as planning for real estate transactions, obtaining financing, estate planning and retirement planning as well as planning for college education.

Rodman & Rodman, P.C. are located at 3 Newton Executive Park in Newton and 25 Braintree Hill Office Park in Braintree, MA. For more information, email info@rodmancpa.com, visit their website at www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.

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Webster One Source Becomes a Mail Partner of USPS and Facilitates EDDM

Webster One Source, providers of fine commercial printing, commercial sign solutions and complete mailing/fulfillment services with locations on the South Shore and in the Worcester area, recently announced that they have become a mail partner of the United States Post Office (USPS) and have developed a program to help businesses and franchises better utilize USPS’ Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) program.

As one of only 287 commercial print/mail service providers nationwide certified as a USPS mail partner, Webster One Source has the expertise to help businesses execute EDDM campaigns.

Webster One Source has designed an “Every Door Direct Mail Demystified” program, which takes clients through the entire process, from zip code processing, budget estimating, design, proofing, printing and delivery. It’s ideal for restaurants, retailers, cleaners, landscapers, local politicians, community groups, non-profits and Chambers of Commerce.

“Every Door Direct Mail is perfect for businesses looking to target mailings to their residential and business neighbors at the lowest possible cost. You choose just the carrier routes that are closest to your location or that offer the right demographics for your offering. From menus, postcards coupons and sale invitations to newsletter pieces, we can help clients identify and target their markets as well as meet all the USPS printing and mailing criteria for these materials. Essentially, we eliminate the guesswork and do the footwork for clients,” explained Ernie Foster, president of Webster One Source.

He continued, “For example, a local roofer could simply take a photo of a previous residential roofing job (with the homeowner’s permission) and use it in the development of a mail piece. Then he could use EDDM to target residents in that same neighborhood for as little as 14.5 cents per piece.”

Webster One Source not only facilitates the printing and mailing, but guarantees acceptance by the USPS, thus saving time and the potential expense associated with errors.

An EDDM piece must meet certain specifications. Email info@websteronesource.com for personal assistance with EDDM.

To learn more about Webster One Source’s die cutting and all of their other services, visit websteronesource.com. To learn more about EDDM, visit http://www.usps.com/everydoordirectmail.

One Source. Unlimited Possibilities™

Since 1955, Webster One Source has provided fine commercial printing to local, regional and national clients. Led by Ernie Foster, a Worcester native, Webster One Source, was formerly known as Webster Printing and Mailing of Hanson and Webster Fulfillment of Worcester before the two merged in 2008.

Renowned as a “one-stop-shop” and named a “Boston Top 25 Printer” by the Boston Business Journal, Webster One Source’s niche is “space on demand” storage along with complete fulfillment “pick/pack” services. Their complete suite of services includes digital and offset printing; next generation online print solutions and e-procurement; commercial sign solutions; storage and fulfillment; distribution and warehousing; full-service bindery; integrated marketing support and complete direct mail solutions.

One of the first green printers in the area, Webster One Source is an FSC Certified printer. Additionally, the company has recently invested $3M in new environmentally friendly presses that use fewer chemicals and less energy.

Webster One Source is located at 1069 West Washington Street in Hanson and 100 Hartwell Street in West Boylston. For more information, contact the Hanson office at 781-447-5484 or West Boylston office at 508-835-6234 or visit www.websteronesource.com.

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Oh, Boise! eLove Matchmaking opens matchmaking office in the greater Boise area.

BOISE and MERIDIAN, IDAHO AND NORWELL, MASSACHUSETTS… 

eLove Matchmaking, one of the world’s largest professional introduction services, recently opened a matchmaking office in the Boise suburb of Meridian, Idaho. The office is located at 3023 East Copper Point Drive, Suite 209, in Meridian.  

“We’re more than a little excited about our new location in Idaho,” said Paul A. Falzone, CEO of eLove Matchmaking. “For starters, this office gives us a presence in 26 states—more than half the country. More importantly, we’re bringing a formula to the singles of the greater Boise area that’s literally helped hundreds of Jacks find their Jills.” 

eLove Matchmaking’s professional matchmakers have paired literally thousands of singles over the past three decades. eLove clients fill out an extensive questionnaire before sitting down with a one-on-one interview with matchmakers. During this comprehensive session, clients clearly define what it is they are looking for in a mate. 

“In an ordinary dating scenario with somebody you met on your own or online, it might take five to 10 dates to find out what that person wants and is looking for,” said Falzone. “Because of our interview process, singles have more knowledge about the person they are dating from day one—what they like, what they want, etc. That’s why we enjoy a very high rate of success and we’re delighted to bring that to the singles in Boise.” 

In addition to a one-on-one meeting with each member, eLove also conducts a mandatory background check for the safety of everyone they match. 

To arrange a consultation with a professional matchmaker or for a membership, contact eLove toll-free at 866-881-1230or visit www.elove.com.  

eLove is all you need

eLove Matchmaking, the next evolution in dating, has arrived.  eLove is the first “life stage company” within the dating industry to provide different levels of dating services, based on how serious singles are about meeting their soul mate.  Never before has a dating service catered so completely to everyone regardless of their age, sex, or relationship goals. With more than 50 matchmaking offices in 26 states, eLove Matchmaking is everything that singles have been wishing for whether they are looking for casual dating or a serious, committed relationship.                                                       

eLove’s Matchmaking offices are located in: Arizona (Scottsdale/Phoenix);  Arkansas (Bentonville, Fort Smith, Little Rock); California (Costa Mesa, Palo Alto, Sacramento, Walnut Creek, San Diego, Santa Rosa, Westlake, West Hollywood); Connecticut (Glastonbury, Stamford); Idaho (Meridian); Illinois (Chicago, Normal, Schaumburg); Indiana (Carmel, Ft. Wayne); Kansas (Overland Park, Wichita); Maryland (Columbia, Frederick); Massachusetts (Newton, Norwell, Shrewsbury, Stoneham); Michigan (Bingham Farms); Minnesota (Bloomington); Missouri (Springfield, St. Louis); Nebraska (Lincoln, Omaha); Nevada (Las Vegas); New Jersey (Iselin, Saddle Brook); Ohio (Cincinnati); Oklahoma (Broken Arrow, Oklahoma City, Tulsa); Pennsylvania (Mechanicsburg, King of Prussia); Rhode Island (Warwick); South Carolina (Greenville); Tennessee (Memphis, Franklin); Texas (Austin, San Antonio); Virginia (Falls Church, Richmond); Wisconsin (Appleton, Elm Grove, Madison). eLove Matchmaking also has offices in Canada (Edmonton, AB; Calgary, AB; Mississauga, ON).

 

For more information on eLove, visit www.elove.com.

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South Shore Skin Center and Spa Providers to Conduct Free Skin Cancer Screening in Plymouth

May is National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Awareness Month and three dermatologists and a physician assistant from South Shore Skin Center and Spa will be on site at the free Skin Cancer Screening Clinic on Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Jordan Hospital Club Cancer Center, 275 Sandwich Street in Plymouth.

Ramzi W. Saad M.D., Barry M. Austin, M.D. and Navid Bouzari, M.D., Board Certified Dermatologists along with Vanessa Rando, PA, will conduct skin cancer screenings, which includes an assessment of sun spots and moles. They will also provide patients with sun safety and melanoma prevention tips.

This free screening is supported by the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Cancer Society. It is open to the public. Call to register (508) 732-4940.

Last May, South Shore Skin Center and Spa dermatologists spotted several potential cases of melanoma during their free Skin Cancer Screening Clinic held at their Plymouth practice. That event was a collaboration of Jordan Hospital Club Cancer Center and South Shore Skin Center and Spa and supported by the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Cancer Society.

According to Richard F. Eisen, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist and Founding Physician/Director of South Shore Skin Center and Spa, “Melanoma is rising rapidly in New England and in particular in the South Shore area. At last year’s screening, among the 100 who attended, we diagnosed one severe case of melanoma and three potential new melanoma cases which were confirmed after biopsy.”

Recent data has shown that melanoma is the number one cancer in young, white American women. South Shore Skin Center and Spa’s physicians remind adults and children to follow these important measures in the prevention of skin cancer:

Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.
Avoid sunlamps and tanning beds.
Use ample amounts of sunscreen or sunblock with an SPF of 30 or higher every day, even if it is cloudy.
Wear protective clothing and large framed or wrap-around sunglasses to protect the eye area.
Have your skin checked by a dermatologist regularly.
Note any moles or other spots on the skin that have changed. Have them checked by a physician as soon as possible.
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. South Shore Skin Center and Spa is a 2011 Best of South Shore Living Winner.

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. In addition to the medical dermatology office and Mohs Surgical Unit for skin cancer, 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, 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 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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Oh, Canada! eLove Matchmaking opens matchmaking offices in Mississauga, Edmonton and Calgary.

EDMONTON, AB, CALGARY, AB, MISSISSAUGA, ON AND NORWELL, MA USA…

eLove Matchmaking, one of the world’s largest professional introduction services, recently opened matchmaking offices in Mississauga, Edmonton and Calgary.

Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts, eLove Matchmaking has more than 50 offices in 26 states in the United States. The three new offices are the only eLove Matchmaking offices presently in Canada.

“We’ve had our eye on opening offices in Canada for quite some time and we’re thrilled to be opening up these three offices with hopes of adding more down the road,” said Paul A. Falzone, CEO of eLove Matchmaking. “Love is truly an international language and we believe the matchmaking techniques that have been so successful for clients in the States will work just as well in the great white north.”

eLove Matchmaking’s Canadian offices are located at:

  • Mississauga –  4257 Sherwoodtowne Blvd, Suite 300, Mississauga, ON,
    888-408-6914
  • Edmonton – 9856 89 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, 888-408-6914
  • Calgary – 1842 14th Street SW, Calgary, AB, 888-408-6914

eLove Matchmaking works with singles age 21 to 70. The process starts with clients filling out a detailed questionnaire that delves into what they are looking for in a relationship. The eLove matchmaker then conducts an interview with the client to review their answers and further clarify what they might be looking for in a mate.

“In an ordinary dating scenario with somebody you met on your own or online, it might take five to 10 dates to find out what that person wants and is looking for,” said Falzone. “Because of our interview process, singles have more knowledge about the person they are dating from day one—what they like, what they want, etc. This removes much of the guesswork so singles are meeting people who they are more compatible with and have a better chance of making a connection.”

In addition to a thorough interview process, eLove Matchmaking also conducts a mandatory background check for the safety of everyone they match.

“There’s a reason we’ve been able to match thousands of singles in our three decades in business: what we do works,” said Falzone. “I simply can’t wait for our first Canadian wedding.”

To arrange a consultation with a professional matchmaker or for a membership, contact eLove toll-free at 866-881-1230or visit www.elove.ca.

eLove is all you need

eLove Matchmaking, the next evolution in dating, has arrived.  eLove is the first “life stage company” within the dating industry to provide different levels of dating services, based on how serious singles are about meeting their soul mate.  Never before has a dating service catered so completely to everyone regardless of their age, sex, or relationship goals. With more than 50 matchmaking offices in 25 states, eLove Matchmaking is everything that singles have been wishing for whether they are looking for casual dating or a serious, committed relationship.

eLove’s Matchmaking offices are located in: Arizona (Scottsdale/Phoenix);  Arkansas (Bentonville, Fort Smith, Little Rock); California (Costa Mesa, Palo Alto, Sacramento, Walnut Creek, San Diego, Santa Rosa, Westlake, West Hollywood); Connecticut (Glastonbury, Stamford); Idaho (Meridian); Illinois (Chicago, Normal, Schaumburg); Indiana (Carmel, Ft. Wayne); Kansas (Overland Park, Wichita); Maryland (Columbia, Frederick); Massachusetts (Newton, Norwell, Shrewsbury, Stoneham); Michigan (Bingham Farms); Minnesota (Bloomington); Missouri (Springfield, St. Louis); Nebraska (Lincoln, Omaha); Nevada (Las Vegas); New Jersey (Iselin, Saddle Brook); Ohio (Cincinnati); Oklahoma (Broken Arrow, Oklahoma City, Tulsa); Pennsylvania (Mechanicsburg, King of Prussia); Rhode Island (Warwick); South Carolina (Greenville); Tennessee (Memphis, Franklin); Texas (Austin, San Antonio); Virginia (Falls Church, Richmond); Wisconsin (Appleton, Elm Grove, Madison). eLove Matchmaking also has offices in Canada (Edmonton, AB; Calgary, AB; Mississauga, ON).

For more information on eLove, visit www.elove.com.

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The “Network” grows. My Pinnacle Network launches monthly business-to-business networking group in Norwell in June. Special charter membership price offered.

My Pinnacle Network
Steve Dubin of My Pinnacle Network

NORWELL, MA…

“Can you hear me now?” It’s a campaign a national cell phone company made famous, promoting the savings enjoyed by its network of customers. Another network is making its own noise, My Pinnacle Network, by giving business-to-business professionals a monthly opportunity to exchange leads, pass referrals and, most importantly, make business connections. In June, My Pinnacle Network will launch a brand new monthly business-to-business networking group in Norwell.

The Norwell My Pinnacle Network meeting will launch on Wednesday, June 27 at the Smith Barney offices at 600 Longwater Drive, Suite 202, Norwell, MA 02061. The Norwell My Pinnacle Network will meet every fourth Wednesday, with the second meeting being on July 25.

“Bottom line, business-to-business professionals are frustrated with the available networking opportunities out there. My Pinnacle Network is not a cocktail hour where you’re left to your own devices. It’s a structured networking meeting designed for leads and referrals passing,” said Steve Dubin, founder of My Pinnacle Network. “And with our new Charter Member pricing, business-to-business professionals can now join one of My Pinnacle Network groups for less than it would cost to buy a couple books of stamps every month.”

My Pinnacle Network is offering a special Charter Member rate of $200 per year for the first 12 B2B professionals who join any of the six current My Pinnacle Networks.

In addition to Norwell, those groups include:

The Braintree My Pinnacle Network will be held Tuesday, June 5, 1, from 8:30 – 10 a.m. at 25 Braintree Hill Office Park, Suite 200, Braintree, MA 02184.

The Mansfield My Pinnacle Network will be held Wednesday, June 6, from 8:30 – 10 a.m. at 20 Cabot Boulevard, Suite 300, Mansfield, MA 02048.

The Westboro My Pinnacle Network will be held Tuesday, June 5 1, from 8:00 – 10 a.m. at 1900 West Park Drive, Suite 280, Westborough, MA 01581.

The Hyannis My Pinnacle Network will be held monthly on the second Tuesday of month beginning on Tuesday, June 12, from 7:30 – 9 a.m. at 1520 Route 132, Hyannis, MA 02601.

The Marshfield My Pinnacle Network will be held on the first Thursday of the month, beginning, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 165 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield, MA 02050.

Charter Members can pay the $200 up front on My Pinnacle Network’s website or make a $16.67 monthly payment for one year. B2B professionals can apply directly by going to www.mypinnaclenetwork.com. Only one B2B professional will be selected for each category. Those categories can be found at http://mypinnaclenetwork.com/about/categories.aspx.

“We do encourage prospective members to visit a My Pinnacle Network meeting before committing to join,” added Dubin. “With the Charter Member price, however, we cannot guarantee how long your category will be available and, as long as a prospective member’s references check out, it will be first come, first served.”

My Pinnacle Network streamlines the networking process by putting members shoulder to shoulder with others who are in the exact same traffic lanes. Another advantage of this networking concept is that if approved, a member has the exclusive rights to their category for their group–more than 40 other categories will be represented at each meeting.

Beyond the b-to-b angle, My Pinnacle Network adds the element of “high tech” to “high touch” of monthly face to face meetings.  All group data flows through a robust and easy to use website.  This keeps everyone accountable and highly visible.

All introductions/leads are posted to the My Pinnacle Network website and the website’s automation both tracks leads and provides reminders to pursue them.  Each member’s lead production and closing ratio can be measured by the group leader at any time.  Thus, non-productive members can be further coached to improve their value to the group.

If you are interested in attending a meeting in your area, please contact Steven V. Dubin at  SDubin@MyPinnacleNetwork.com or 781-582-1061 to RSVP. There is no charge to visit a My Pinnacle Network meeting.

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Boston Common Podiatry Now Offers Stronger FDA-Cleared GenesisPlus Laser for Fungal Nails

Boston Common Podiatry, led by established Boston podiatrist and board certified foot surgeon Jordana Szpiro, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S., recently acquired the 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 one of the only providers in the Boston area using the powerful and innovative GenesisPlus laser in the treatment of fungal nails. The practice is accepting new patients.

The GenesisPlus laser provides a fast, highly effective solution, with minimal discomfort for warts, scars and Onychomycosis, which is a fungal infection that causes toenails to thicken, discolor and split. It is also ideal for skin rejuvenation and the treatment of spider veins.

Boston Common Podiatry’s impressive 80 watt GenesisPlus laser is 20 times stronger than the four watt PinPointe foot laser, which was previously used. The new laser also treats a larger, five millimeter area. For patients suffering with toenail fungus, results may be seen after one 15-30 minute session with the GenesisPlus laser. There is no down-time or serious side-effects.

“Previously, the treatment options for toenail fungus were the PinPointe laser or oral and topical prescription drugs. These options have a limited success rate. The PinPointe laser often requires multiple treatments and prescription fungal medications are not tolerated well by some patients. The GenesisPlus laser is safe, quick, with minimal discomfort, and provides results that are superior to other previous types of treatments,” noted Dr. Szpiro.

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.

Boston Common Podiatry physicians are Partner’s Healthcare affiliated physicians as well as on staff at several area hospitals including Mt. Auburn, a Harvard teaching hospital, and hospitals affiliated with the Cambridge Health Alliance. The practice is led by established Boston podiatrist, Jordana Szpiro, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S. 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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