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Old Colony Elder Services Raises Over $6K through “Cooking for A Cause” Fundraiser to Keep Meals on Wheels Program Rolling

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) raised over $6,000 for the Meals on Wheels and Congregate Meal site programs from their “Cooking for a Cause” family-friendly event held at the Middleboro Council on Aging. Several hundred people attended and enjoyed delicious food from participating restaurants and an outdoor concert with the summertime sounds of the the very popular BaHa Brothers band.

With a growing number of elders needing meal assistance and less money to support the Nutrition Program due to budget cuts, the non-profit agency acted quickly to launch their first annual “Cooking for a Cause” fundraiser for the Nutrition Program, which operates Meals on Wheels and congregate meal sites.

OCES wishes to thank all the restaurants that provided the delicious food for the event: Burrito Wraps of Brockton, RooBar in Plymouth, Veronica’s Treats of Middleboro, Mike’s House of Pizza in Hanson, Lindley Food Service of Connecticut (the caterer for Meals on Wheels), Stop & Shop, Hideaway Restaurant in Middleboro and the Middleboro Council on Aging. The agency also thanks all who donated the fantastic raffle prizes, which greatly contributed to the fundraising efforts.

“We are very fortunate to have the support of our sponsors, all these wonderful restaurants and the vendors that generously contributed prizes for our raffles,” noted Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES.

The event was sponsored by: Home Instead of Bridgewater; Bayada Nurses of Plymouth; Senior Whole Health in Cambridge; Robbins Furniture of Rockland; George Washington Toma of Brockton; Liberty Printing Company of Brockton; Hackewell-Boone Insurance Agency of South Easton; Everett’s Auto Parts of Brockton; A&A Metro Transportation Bill’s Taxi Service, Inc. of Avon; Avida Design of Brockton; BC Tent Awning Co. of Avon; Bridgewater Savings Bank of Raynham; Fitzgerald Appraisals of North Easton; Evercare of Waltham; Diman Laundry of New Bedford; Geriatric Home Health Care Inc. of Avon; Good Samaritan Medical Center of Brockton; Anodyne Homemaker Services Corp of Quincy and the Metro-South Chamber of Commerce of Brockton.

“It is imperative that we have initiatives in place to raise additional funding so no senior goes hungry. It costs approximately $35 to provide one senior with a week’s worth of meals. The Cooking for a Cause event was a great success and we intend to make it one of our annual fundraisers,” explained DiGiorgi.

About OCES
Incorporated in 1974, Old Colony Elder Services is one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES offers a number of programs to serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers such as Family Caregiver; Adult Family Care; Supportive Housing; Nutrition; Money Management; Protective Services; Home Care and more.

OCES offers these programs in the towns of Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater and Whitman.

The organization’s mission is to provide services that support the dignity and independence of elders by helping them maximize their quality of life; live safely and in good health; and, prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization.

In 2009, OCES was honored with the Metro-South Chamber of Commerce’s “Economic Impact Award”. The agency has 140 employees. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.

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Tired of surfing (at least online)?…. eLove opens matchmaking office in San Diego, California.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA AND NORWELL, MASSACHUSETTS…

eLove, the first company within the dating industry offering both online dating and matchmaking services, recently opened a matchmaking office at 4370 La Jolla Village Drive, Suite 400, San Diego, California. 

“If you’re ready to meet that special someone, surfing online can be every bit as exhausting mentally as hanging ten on the beach is physically,” said Paul A. Falzone, CEO of eLove, one of the largest online dating and matchmaking services in the world. “We tailor our matchmaking service towards singles who are sick of the games of the bar scene and some dating sites and are ready to find their soul mate.”

In addition to a brick-and-mortar matchmaking service, eLove also offers online dating services. To find out more, visit elove.com. To arrange a consultation with a professional matchmaker or for a membership, contact eLove toll-free at 877–356-8370

For a free copy of Paul A. Falzone’s book “eLove: A Singles Guide”, please visit www.elovesuccess.com.

eLove is all you need

eLove, 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, from internet to traditional matchmaking, 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 48 matchmaking offices in 23 states and an online dating network of more than three million singles worldwide, eLove is everything that singles have been wishing for whether they are looking for casual dating or a serious, committed relationship.

eLove’s Matchmaking Service offices are located in:  Arkansas (Bentonville, Fort Smith, Little Rock); California (Palo Alto, Sacramento, Walnut Creek, San Diego, Santa Rosa); Connecticut (Glastonbury, Stamford); Illinois (Chicago, Downers Grove, Normal, Northbrook, Rockford); Indiana (Carmel, Ft. Wayne); Kansas (Overland Park, Wichita); Kentucky (Louisville); Maryland (Columbia, Frederick); Massachusetts (Newton, Norwell, Shrewsbury, Woburn); Michigan (Bingham Farms); Missouri (Springfield, St. Louis); Nebraska (Lincoln, Omaha); New Jersey (Saddle Brook); Nevada (Las Vegas); Ohio (Cincinnati); Oklahoma (Oklahoma City, Tulsa); Pennsylvania (Mechanicsburg); Rhode Island (Warwick); South Carolina (Greenville); Tennessee (Memphis, Franklin); Texas (Austin, San Antonio); Virginia (Falls Church, Richmond); Wisconsin (Appleton, Elm Grove, Madison).

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

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Pitcher for the Texas Rangers gets ready at Makeovers for his Fenway appearance

CJ Wilson, the starting pitcher for the Texas Rangers, who will be pitching in Sunday’s game against the Boston Red Sox, paid a visit to Edward and Norah Blum’s swanky 13K foot Makeovers Salon & Spa in Easton on Friday afternoon after hearing about it from a friend.

CJ had his hair cut by Edward Blum, an internationally recognized stylist who has worked alongside a number of greats over the years including Vidal Sassoon, Jon Louis David and Jaque Dessange and has been a stylist for a number of stars including Judge Maria Lopez of the “Maria Lopez Show” as well as for Buena Vista Studios-Disney, New England Today, Boston Channel 5 and Channel 4. Makeovers’ Christine Hale gave him a grooming facial which was followed by a 90-minute Swedish massage from Marilyn Lima. CJ rounded out the day with a protein packed lunch made by Athena at the Gourmet Café, which is located within the salon.

After his afternoon of relaxation, CJ stayed and mingled with the clients and staff and signed more than 80 baseballs.

About Makeovers Salon & Spa
Makeovers Salon & Spa is owned by the internationally recognized, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum. As one of the largest salon and spa in Massachusetts, Makeovers Salon & Spa is a 13,200 square foot “paradise” with 26 styling stations, nine large treatment rooms and a staff of more than 80 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. Makeovers Salon & Spa has been honored 15 times with “First Place Reader’s Choice Award” in all beauty categories.

Makeovers Salon & Spa designers travel to New York for training in the latest color and cutting techniques each Spring and the salon frequently hosts renowned international guest trainers. Services offered at the Day Spa include facials, laser treatments, massage, manicures/pedicures, wraps, body treatments, waxing, reflexology and aromatherapy. Their line of high quality products include G.M. Collin and Glymed Spa products, Glominerals Makeup and Wella, Sebastian, Rene Furtier, Alterna and Icon hair care products.

Makeovers Salon & Spa is located at 574 Washington Street in Easton, MA. For more information, visit the website at www.makeoverssalon.com or contact (508) 238-1211.

CJ Wilson, the pitcher for the Texas Rangers, who will be pitching in Sunday's game against the Boston Red Sox, paid a visit to Edward and Norah Blum's swanky 13K foot Makeovers Salon & Spa in Easton on Friday afternoon after hearing about it from a friend. CJ had his hair cut by Edward Blum.

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Peace from the Ground Up. Iraq scholars hosted by Geocomp as the country prepares to rebuild infrastructure and expand its skilled workforce.

Left to right: Delegates from the Iraq Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the Foundation of Technical Education, Dr. Mudhafar Alzuhairi and Dr. Moneer Tolephih stand with Dr. W. Allen Marr, president of Geocomp, along with Dr. Mahmood Abdulhusain, Dr. Asaad Marogi and Dr. Mazin Al-Kattan. The Iraq scholars were hosted by Geocomp as the country prepares to rebuild infrastructure and expand its skilled workforce.

Five delegates from the Iraq Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the Foundation of Technical Education were recently hosted by Geocomp, a global leader in geo-engineering headquartered in Boxborough, Massachusetts. In additional to touring Geocomp, the delegation visited regional universities and vocational schools.

Rachid Hankour, Vice President and Director of Lab Systems at Geocomp served as the primary host. An Algerian native, Hankour speaks Arabic, though he discovered all the Iraqi representatives were fluent in English.

The excursion was sponsored by UN-HABITAT, the United Nations Human Settlements Program. The purpose of the exchange program is to promote social and environmentally sustainable town and cities and provide all humans adequate shelter through better understanding of the most up-to-date developments in construction and building technology.

Schools included in the tour were Tufts University, University of Massachusetts/Lowell, Merrimack College, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Minuteman Career and Technical High School and Nashoba Valley Technical High School.

“Due to the war and the regulations imposed by the last regime, Iraq is suffering from a shortage of equipment and a society with many needs,” noted Moneer Hameed Tolephih, one of the five visiting scholars. He added, “Our strategy is to help develop a good relationship and cooperation with schools and universities in the United States.”

Hankour expanded, “This initial visit was a great opportunity for both parties to develop a personal connection and determine how we can help each other.”

In addition to Moneer Hameed Tolephih, Iraqi guests included FTE President Mahmood Share Al Mulla Khalf; Vice President Asaad Toma Marogi; Dr. Mudhafar Sadeq Hasan Al-Zuhairi, the Dean of the Institute in Baghdad; and Mazin Tahamid Al-Kattan, the Dean of the Technical College in Mosul.

About Geocomp

Geocomp is a global leader in geo-engineering and has developed some of the most technologically advanced products and solutions available today. The company has been at the center of some of the most challenging projects around the world using high strength geotextiles. Geocomp is also one of the leading experts in the U.S. on the development of new applications of geo-synthetic materials and has prior experience in the design of large water barriers and geo-synthetic tubes.

Geocomp is also an expert in Active Risk Management for civil works projects. It uses this approach to develop designs with high reliability.

For more information about Geocomp, please visit www.GeoComp.com, or call (978) 635-0012.

　

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Bridgeport resident Jennifer Dailey receives Top Service recognition at DirectBuy conference

Jennifer Dailey
Jennifer Dailey of DirectBuy of Syracuse

EAST SYRACUSE, NEW YORK…

Bridgeport resident Jennifer Dailey, a service specialist at DirectBuy of Syracuse, was recently recognized as Top Service Quarterly Champion for the first quarter of 2010 at DirectBuy’s International Sales & Service Conference, held May 23-26 in Dallas, Texas.

Each quarter, DirectBuy Club owners nominate those service professionals who go above and beyond the call of duty for DirectBuy members. Nominees are then awarded Gold, Silver, or Bronze status under DirectBuy’s awards and recognition program. Dailey’s performance in the first quarter of 2010 earned her Gold recognition among her peers out of 150-plus DirectBuy Club representatives at the conference.

“Jennifer continuously excels in delivering excellent service to our members,” said Melina Cholmondeley, owner of DirectBuy of Syracuse. “In particular, she’s very good with new members in helping them get the most of out of their DirectBuy membership.”

Dailey’s responsibilities include delivering new member orientations, coordinating with current members, and updating the Club’s library of catalogs. She also serves as a facilitator with member orders, making sure those orders are placed correctly, and received in a timely fashion.

“I’m one of the lucky people who truly love their job. Part of that is having a great relationship with my co-workers, especially the service staff,” said Dailey. “The rest is that it’s an indescribable feeling when you help a member save so much and literally create the home of their dreams.”

Prior to working for DirectBuy, Dailey worked in retail for a local cosmetics company. A native of the Syracuse area, she lives in Bridgeport with her mother and 10-year-old daughter Jessica.

The leading home improvement and furnishings club with direct insider prices, DirectBuy Club offers manufacturer-direct pricing on products ranging from light fixtures to televisions to kitchen cabinets, all from more than 700 manufacturers or their authorized suppliers. DirectBuy Club also offers design, delivery, and installation services.

DirectBuy of Syracuse is conveniently located at 6804 East Manlius Center Road in East Syracuse. DirectBuy Club provides a comfortable, country club setting, where consumers finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, visit directbuycares.com.

About DirectBuy Club

For more than 39 years, DirectBuy Club has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furnishings, home improvement, and flooring, to entertainment and outdoor products, accessories, and much, much more. With more than 150 locations in North America, DirectBuy Club offers its members access to more than 700 brand-name manufacturers or their authorized suppliers in the U.S. and more than 500 brand-name manufacturers or their authorized suppliers in Canada. Consumers interested in seeing DirectBuy Club’s savings, service, and selection up close may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting www.directbuy.com or www.directbuycares.com.

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Answering the call… DirectBuy call center staff volunteers for Habitat for Humanity project

LENEXA, KANSAS…

On Saturday, June 12, 2010, the DirectBuy of Johnson County call center staff came together to make a difference in their community. The group volunteered to work with Habitat for Humanity to build a home in Gladstone, Missouri for a family whose father is deaf. The DirectBuy team worked for eight hours that day, installing cabinets, spackling, and finishing all the caulking in the new home.

“I enjoyed volunteering with my coworkers, mainly because it was fun seeing everyone in a different environment,” said Curtis Miles, a membership associate. “But the best thing about working with Habitat for Humanity was the feeling you get knowing you helped someone less fortunate.”

Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit organization that provides homes and home loans for those unable to become homeowners without assistance. Habitat builds the homes from the ground up and provides the loan to the family interest-free.

“The whole team was honored to meet the family who will be the proud owners of the home they helped build,” said Pam Graessle, co-owner of Johnson County. “Their deep gratitude for what Habitat for Humanity had done for them was readily apparent from their beaming smiles.”

 “I have volunteered with The American Cancer Society for 12 years, for a local children’s museum, and have participated in several Homeless Rallies for the Salvation Army, but my favorite thing about working with Habitat for Humanity is being able to meet the family we were helping,” said Samantha Derryberry, a membership associate. “Sometimes when you volunteer, you don’t get to know where or what your money and time go toward, but with Habitat we were able to put a face with who we helped.”

Since opening in 2002, DirectBuy of Johnson County has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, flooring and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from manufacturers or their authorized suppliers. Conveniently located at 11309 Strang Line Road in Lenexa, Kansas, DirectBuy Club offers consumers a comfortable setting where members finally have the financial control of buying direct.

About DirectBuy Club

Consumers interested in joining DirectBuy are encouraged to attend an exclusive Open House event, which is designed to educate families about DirectBuy’s business model and the benefits of buying direct. The Open House also helps consumers better understand how DirectBuy members avoid traditional retail markup when purchasing brand-name merchandise.

Since 1971, DirectBuy Club has been showing hundreds of thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furnishings, home improvement and flooring, to entertainment and outdoor products, accessories, and much, much more. With more than 150 locations in North America, DirectBuy offers its members access to more than 700 brand-name manufacturers or their authorized suppliers in the United States, and more than 500 in Canada.

For more information on a DirectBuy Club membership, visit directbuycares.com.

Consumers interested in seeing DirectBuy Club’s savings, service, and selection up close may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting directbuy.com or directbuycares.com.

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DirectBuy Club Promotes Lisle Resident Rich Meyer

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS…

DirectBuy of Chicago North, the leading home improvement and home furnishings club with direct insider prices, recently promoted Rich Meyer to service manager. Meyer had previously been in the role of warehouse supervisor.

In his new role, Meyer is responsible for all things related to member satisfaction. That includes day-to-day customer service operations, oversight of delivery of member purchases, and management of other service personnel.

“Member satisfaction is the bread and butter of our business,” said Dylan Astle, General Manager of Service for DirectBuy’s corporate club locations. “Rich has been a valuable member of our team and is quite deserving of this promotion.”

Meyer began with DirectBuy of Chicago North in 2004. Prior to working with DirectBuy, Meyer worked in management roles in the hospitality industry and in the construction business. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental studies from Northland College in Ashland, Wisconsin.

“DirectBuy literally helps people create the homes of their dreams. That’s a pretty cool thing to be a part of on a daily basis,” said Meyer. “I’m looking forward to continuing that work in my new role as service manager.”

Originally from northern Wisconsin, Meyer resides in Lisle, Illinois with his wife Cortni and their three-year-old daughter Caitlyn.

DirectBuy of Chicago North offers products ranging from light fixtures to televisions to kitchen cabinets, from more than 700 manufacturers or their authorized suppliers at direct insider prices. Conveniently located at 6325 North Avondale, Suite 110 in Chicago, DirectBuy Club offers consumers a comfortable setting where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can visit http://www.directbuycares.com.

About DirectBuy Club

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers or their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality. The DirectBuy Clubs serving the greater Chicago area are part of more than 150 locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting http://www.directbuy.com. 

Locations of the DirectBuy clubs serving the greater Chicago area are: DirectBuy of Chicago North, 6325 North Avondale Ste. 110, Chicago, IL; DirectBuy of DuPage County, 1864 High Grove Lane Ste. 124, Naperville, IL; DirectBuy of Northern Illinois, 3900 Washington Street, Gurnee, IL; and DirectBuy of Tinley Park, 18400 S. 76th Avenue Ste. B, Tinley Park, IL.

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy Club membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.

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Hail to the chief…New England Trade’s Gary Oshry named president of National Association Of Trade Exchanges.

MALDEN, MASSACHUSETTS and HYANNIS, MASSACHUSETTS…

The National Association of Trade Exchanges (NATE) recently named Andover resident Gary Oshry as president of its board of directors at the organization’s recent conference in New Orleans, Louisiana in June.

The NATE conference held an additional honor for Oshry as he was awarded the Distinguished Service award. Other honorees included Sharon Connelly, Exchange Enterprises (Connecticut); Maurya Lane, Barter Business Exchange (North Carolina); Rachel Taylor Hooper, Alamo Barter (Texas).

“It’s quite an honor to be named president of NATE’s board of directors and to receive the Distinguished Service award,” said Oshry. “NATE is the premier barter association in the world. As president, I hope to do my part in continuing to enhance the value of NATE’s offerings for its members.”

NATE members enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:

  • Barter currency – NATE members are eligible to use BANC (Barter Association National Currency) currency. This provides a common and credible barter currency, allowing independent barter exchanges to do business with each other, without the need for back-to-back reciprocal trading.
  • Accreditation – The NATE Certified Trade Broker (CTB) Program has been designed to challenge the staff of trade exchanges to strive for the highest level of service to their clients and ensures the continued growth and expansion of the barter industry.
  • Education – Professional educational programming at regional seminars and annual conventions nationwide. NATE members are kept abreast of the latest tax laws and regulations affecting the barter industry.
  • Prospecting – Members obtain new clients from NATE’s lead-sharing program. Leads generated by national press releases are sent to all members in good standing to pursue.
  • Profitability –  NATE members profit from reciprocal trade relationships with the most successful barter companies in the country. NATE members do more than $5 million annually in reciprocal trades.

A longtime NATE member, New England Trade is the region’s oldest trade/barter organization with three decades of experience in helping helping businesses move products and services. And with its sister company, Cape Cod Trade, based in Hyannis, Massachusetts, New England Trade is also the region’s largest barter/trade organization.

In a bartering organization like New England Trade, members have access to the products and services of all the members. So, the plumber can do work for the CPA on barter, but can then choose to “spend” the bartering dollars he’s accrued on another product or service offered by other members. Like use of an ocean-side condo for a week.

“In this economy, organized trade organizations like New England Trade have helped many businesses stay afloat. Besides members utilizing the skills of other members, a bartering organization is an excellent way to add to your existing customer base,” said Oshry. “

For more information on New England Trade, please visit www.newenglandtrade.com. For more information on NATE, please visit its Web site at www.natebarter.com or its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/NATEBarter.

Trading up in New England
Since 1980, New England Trade has helped thousands of businesses gain a competitive edge by expanding their revenue and reach with barter. Restaurants, auto services, travel, retail stores, and professional business services such as accounting, legal and advertising/marketing are a sampling of the numerous clients who do business with New England Trade and each other. Maintaining offices at 926 Eastern Avenue in Malden, Mass., New England Trade has become the largest barter organization in New England. The company is a founding member of the National Association of Trade Exchanges and manages more than $8 million in trades annually and has a staff of 10 people. New England Trade is operated by experienced, Certified Trade Brokers who know how to make barter work for business. The company is a long-standing member of the Malden Chamber of Commerce.

For additional information about New England Trade, please visit http://www.NewEnglandTrade.com or call 781-388-9200. You can also visit New England Trade’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/bartering

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The century mark as a landmark…Resort Maps achieves 100- map milestone

Peter Hans
Resort Maps' Peter Hans

WAITSFIELD, VERMONT…

Resort Maps, creator of customized travel maps, has made a name for itself by showcasing local advertisers for tourists and residents and encouraging them to enjoy the journey as well as their final destination. Holding true to that philosophy, Resort Maps, with maps across the United States, United Kingdom, Costa Rica and Puerto Rico, recently celebrated the publishing of its 100 map location.

Resort Maps are colorful, hand-drawn maps of towns and cities, distributed free to area visitors at travel information and rest areas as well as at advertiser locations. Each map highlights local attractions and things to do, restaurants, accommodations, retail shops, real estate and other services. Each advertiser on the map is represented with a display ad on the perimeter of the map, including a color-coded grid locator and their actual building hand-drawn, highlighted and labeled, making it easy to locate. 

 “The journey to 100 maps has been quite a ride, but it’s an accomplishment we’re quite proud of,” said Peter Hans, president of Resort Maps. “With people traveling less or staying local for their vacations, it’s really increased the value of our maps. So, while we’ll take a step back and briefly celebrate 100, our sights are set on the next milestone, 150.”

Resort Maps began creating and publishing maps in the northeastern U.S. back in 1986. In an effort to continue the company’s growth and simultaneously keep the quality of the product, Resort Maps became a franchisor in 1993. Since adopting the franchise model, Resort Maps has grown steadily to 100 maps distributed across 20 states as well as towns and cities in England and Puerto Rico.

In 2010, Resort Maps will print and publish nearly 20 million maps. And besides travelers, more and more opportunity seekers are becoming fans of Resort Maps.

“Resort Maps is truly a unique and appealing franchise opportunity. It’s not a 9-to-5 gig, you don’t need to take out office space and you don’t necessarily have to work 12 months a year to run a successful franchise. You just have to be willing to work hard when you work,” said Hans. “With more and more people looking to escape the corporate world for an opportunity that gives them some freedom and flexibility and great earning potential, 150 maps is certainly a tangible goal as we attract more franchisees– hopefully one we can meet within the next couple of years.”

For more information on Resort Maps or to inquire about ownership of a Resort Maps franchise, please visit www.resortmaps.com or call 802-496-6277.

About Resort Maps

Headquartered in the Green Mountains of Vermont, Resort Maps has been creating and publishing advertising maps in the northeastern U.S. since 1986. In 1993, Resort Maps expanded its reach by creating a franchise model for distribution of its colorful, hand-drawn maps of resort towns and cities. Today, that network of franchises has grown to 100 Resort Maps in publication in the US and the UK, with several more in the process of being published.  Nearly 20 million Resort Maps will be printed and distributed in 2010.

For more information on Resort Maps and/or the franchise opportunity, visit www.resortmaps.com or call 802-496-6277.

Resort Maps franchises serve cities and towns in California (Carmel, Monterey), Colorado (Boulder, Breckenridge, Cherry Creek, Colorado Springs, Denver, Eagle River, Estes Park, Fort Collins, Summit County), Delaware (Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach), Florida (Clearwater Beach and Gulf Beaches, Cocoa Beach, Daytona Beach, Melbourne, New Smyrna Beach, St. Augustine, Tarpon Springs), Georgia (Savannah/Tybee Island), Maine (Bar Harbor/Acadia, Boothbay region, Camden-Rockland, Kennebunkport, Kittery, Portland, York-Ogunquit), , Maryland (Annapolis, Eastern Shore, Ocean City,  Solomons Island, St. Mary’s County), Massachusetts (Berkshires, Chatham-Orleans, Falmouth, Hyannis-Yarmouth, Martha’s Vineyard, Newburyport, Plymouth, Sturbridge, Worcester), Michigan (Traverse City, Northern Michigan), New Hampshire (Franconia/Notch Region, Hampton Beach, Hanover/Lebanon , Keene, Lakes Region, Mount Washington Valley, Portsmouth), New Jersey (Barnegat Bay, Cape May, Hoboken/Jersey City, Hunterdon, Lambertville , Long Beach Island, Ocean Grove, Point Pleasant, Princeton, Sandy Hook), New York (The North Fork, Lake George , Lake Placid, Saratoga Springs, The Hamptons,), North Carolina (Asheville, Brunswick County, Hendersonville , Outer Banks, Salisbury and Rowan County, Sandhills, Wilmington,), Pennsylvania (Bucks County, Chestnut Hill, Delaware River Valley, Gettysburg, Lehigh Valley, The Main Line), Rhode Island (Newport, Providence), South Carolina (Charleston, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach), Tennessee (Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge), Vermont (Addison County/Brandon, Barre/Montpelier, Burlington, Killington/Rutland, Mad River Valley, Manchester, Mount Snow, Okemo, Smugglers’ Notch, Stowe, Waterbury/Richmond, Woodstock/Quechee) and Virginia (Northern Neck & Middle Peninsula) —as well as towns and cities in England (Chicester, Lewes) and Puerto Rico (Vieques, Culebra).

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