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DirectBuy of Buffalo offers “play” area for parents and kids.

CHEEKTOWAGA, NY…By purchasing directly from the manufacturer, DirectBuy members can not only save a lot of money, but enjoy the process as well. And while it can be a lot of fun to pick out your new kitchen, the new floors for your bathroom, it also requires your full attention. That’s a luxury members with children don’t always have. That’s why DirectBuy of Buffalo, the leading members-only showroom and home design centers that offer merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, developed a “Kids Zone” area in their showroom so parents can focus on the task at hand and kids can enjoy the DirectBuy experience, too.

Though not a supervised area, the newly refurbished Kids Zone features a number of things to keep school-age children occupied and entertained. That includes a flat-screen television with video games to play from the comfort of “mini” recliners; as well as brand new tables and chairs. Kids Zone also features a wall painted with blackboard paint so kids can actually draw on the walls without fear of punishment. In addition, DirectBuy of Buffalo staff recently supplied the Kids Zone with an assortment of games and toys; Barbies and G.I. Joes.

“Let’s face it, most kids would rather go to the dentist than watch their parents shop for their next home improvement project. By the same token, it’s difficult for members with children to get the most out of the experience and do the research they need to do if they’re concerned about the kids getting fidgety. The Kids Zone gives children of DirectBuy members a place to play games, watch TV or even make new friends with other members’ kids while the grown-ups have their ‘fun’,” said Mark Klinger, owner of DirectBuy of Buffalo.

Creating fun things to do for children is nothing new for DirectBuy. DirectBuy franchises across North America regularly donate equipment to youth organizations like Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCAs and children’s hospitals. Most recently, DirectBuy of Buffalo donated a foosball table, a $600 retail value per table, to the William C. Baird Boys & Girls Clubhouse in Buffalo.

“Because we are entrenched in the community, we have an even greater incentive to make this a one-of-a-kind, unique shopping experience because many of the members are our friends, neighbors, even relatives,” said Klinger. “Upgrading the Kids Zone and donations to the Boys and Girls Club and other organizations are just an extension of that philosophy.”

DirectBuy showrooms offer members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by purchasing wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. In addition, DirectBuy boasts a team of designers to help members with their purchases and gives them access to a roster of hand-selected contractors to expedite those projects.

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. Conveniently located at 4950 Genesee Street in Cheektowaga, New York, DirectBuy of Buffalo offers members a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can call 716-684-1400 or visit

www.directbuy-buffalo.com.

About DirectBuy

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 and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Buffalo area since 2005. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. DirectBuy of Buffalo is one of 160+ DirectBuy showrooms throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 716-684-1400, or visiting www.DirectBuy-Buffalo.com. 

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

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DirectBuy of Boston South provides one-stop shopping solution for green building materials and appliances.

ROCKLAND, MA…There’s a misconception among many consumers that buying “green” refers strictly to products made of natural materials. While that’s part of the equation, there’s much more to it. Like appliances and lighting that last longer and use less power to run. Or plumbing that requires less water. At DirectBuy of Boston South, members not only have the opportunity to purchase the full spectrum of green products under one roof, but they also can save some “green” buy paying manufacturer-direct prices.

Some of the green products available to DirectBuy members include:

  • Faucets and plumbing fixtures that offer low consumption
  •  Natural cork flooring and underlayments
  •  Flooring made of renewable natural bamboo 
  •  Lighting and ceiling fans with Energy Star ratings
  •  Energy Star compliant kitchen appliances, washers and dryers
  •  Cabinets treated with low-voc, LEED-compliant stains
  •  Bedroom, dining room, living furniture manufactured by members of the Sustainable Furniture Council; many of these pieces are made from natural fibers, use eco-friendly foam and contain organic, halogen-free fire retardants.

“Consumers are always being encouraged to make ‘greener’ purchases, but there’s no real road map as to where to make these purchases and whether or not what they do buy is green,” said John Massaria, owner of DirectBuy of Boston South. “The green products our members can buy through DirectBuy have been rated by recognized authorities like Energy Star, LEED and the Sustainable Furniture Council, so you know the green purchase you’re making is part of the solution.”

Energy Star ratings refer to the U.S.-government backed program ranking the energy efficiency of products. LEED, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a voluntary green building rating system, which is a consensus-based national standard for developing high-performance sustainable buildings. The Sustainable Furniture Council is a non-profit balanced coalition of manufacturers, retailers and consumers offering a public tagging program to identify good “green” choices.

“We all know we should be making greener purchases, particularly when it comes to products we use in our everyday lives like lighting and appliances. Unfortunately, making those wiser choices can be quite costly. By making all these green options available at DirectBuy, we give our members the choice to save money and valuable natural resources,” said Massaria.

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. DirectBuy of Boston South, conveniently located at 11A Commerce Road in Rockland, Massachusetts, offers consumers a comfortable, welcoming setting where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

 

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House in the Rockland location by contacting DirectBuy of Boston South at 781-878-8846 or by visiting www.directbuybostonsouth.com.

About DirectBuy

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 and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct enables members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy of Boston South opened in 2006 and prides itself in providing excellent member service, access to confidential prices, local suppliers and unparalleled selection, all of which help make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. DirectBuy of Boston South is one of more than 160 locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House in the Rockland, Mass. location by contacting DirectBuy of Boston South  at 781-878-8846 or by visiting www.directbuybostonsouth.com.

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DirectBuy of Manhattan and DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens offer “play” areas for parents and kids.

BROOKLYN, QUEENS, WOODSIDE, NEW YORK CITY, NY…

By purchasing directly from the manufacturer, DirectBuy members can not only save a lot of money, but enjoy the process as well. And while it can be a lot of fun to pick out your new kitchen, the new floors for your bathroom, it also requires your full attention. That’s a luxury members with children don’t always have. That’s why DirectBuy of Manhattan and DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens, the leading members-only showroom and home design centers that offer merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, have developed a “Kids Zone” area in their clubs—so parents can focus on the task at hand and kids can enjoy the DirectBuy experience, too.

Though not a supervised area, the Kids Zone features a number of things to keep school-age children occupied and entertained: puzzles, games and toys. The Kids Zone also includes a flat screen television with DVD player so children of members can watch TV or movies.

“Let’s face it, most kids would rather go to the dentist than watch their parents shop for their next home improvement project. By the same token, it’s difficult for members with children to get the most out of the experience and do the research they need to do if they’re concerned about the kids getting fidgety. The Kids Zone gives children of DirectBuy members a place to play games, watch TV or even make new friends with other members’ kids while the grown-ups have their ‘fun’,” said Mark Brandt, owner of DirectBuy of Manhattan.

Creating fun things to do for children is nothing new for DirectBuy. DirectBuy franchises across North America regularly donate equipment to youth organizations like YMCAs and children’s hospitals. Most recently, both DirectBuy of Manhattan and DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens donated foosball tables, a $600 retail value per table, to their local Boys & Girls Clubs.

“Because we are entrenched in the community, we have an even greater incentive to make this a one-of-a-kind, unique shopping experience because many of the members are our friends, neighbors, even relatives,” said Michael Wiseltier, owner of DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens. “The Kids Zone and donations to the Boys and Girls Club and other youth-oriented groups are just an extension of that philosophy.”

DirectBuy showrooms offer members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by purchasing wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. In addition, DirectBuy boasts a team of designers to help members with their purchases and gives them access to a roster of hand-selected contractors to expedite those projects.

Consumers interested in becoming DirectBuy members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens at 718-247-2320, or contact the center co-owner Michael Wiseltier or Marti Brandt at info@directbuybq.com.  For DirectBuy of Manhattan, please contact Center Co-Owner Mark Brandt at 212-290-3020 or info@directbuynyc.com.

 

About DirectBuy

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 and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct enables members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater New York City area since 2003. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality. It’s a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater New York City area are part of more than 160 locations throughout North America.

DirectBuy franchise locations servicing the greater New York City area are:  DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens, 72-25 Queens Boulevard, Woodside, NY, 718-247-2320 and DirectBuy of Manhattan, 469 Seventh Avenue 6th Floor, New York, NY, 212-290-3020.

For more information on DirectBuy, you can visit http://www.directbuynewyork.com.

 

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Megan Taylor celebrates 10 years with DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver

VANCOUVER, COQUITLAM, VICTORIA, AND OKANAGAN, BC…

In 1997, two lifelong friends, Peter Ruetz and Steve Pippy, decided to buy purchased DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices. Not too long after that, they hired Megan Taylor work in their reception area. So celebrating Megan’s 10-year anniversary with DirectBuy takes on an added significance.

“Megan’s 10-year anniversary means a lot to us for many reasons. For starters, being in business for 10 years doing anything says something in itself, but to provide enough challenges and opportunity for growth for your employees to want to stay that long says quite a bit about DirectBuy,” said Peter Ruetz, co-owner of DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver. “Megan’s been a wonderful addition to our company from her first day until now. Frankly, it’s impossible for me to think of this place without her here.”

 

Originally hired as a receptionist, Taylor quickly became a jack-of-all trades, helping customers place orders and even working in shipping and receiving. That versatility paid off and she was promoted to service manager, a position she’s held for the past seven years.

A resident of Pitt Meadows, Taylor worked in the medical field prior to her DirectBuy days and holds a medical office assistant’s certification from Douglas College. During her time at DirectBuy, she’s won Corporate’s Ultimate Service Star and attended The Summit conference for DirectBuy’s superior performers.

Said Taylor,“DirectBuy has been a wonderful place to work these past 10 years. What amazes me that even after 10 years, I still learn so much about furniture and the business itself. Another benefit is that there are members I’ve known since my first day until now. I’ve seen them come in and buy wedding invitations, then baby furniture and so on. Plus, Peter and Steve are just amazing people to work for. They’re really more like my family.”

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. With four convenient locations in the greater Vancouver area (Victoria, Vancouver, Coquitlam, and Kelowna), consumers can enjoy a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, visit www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 500 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Vancouver area since 1997. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are part of more than 160 franchise locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 604-552-5255, or visiting www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

Locations of the four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are: DirectBuy of Vancouver, 2659 Lillooet St., Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 4P7; DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, 91 Golden Drive Unit #1, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3K 6R2; DirectBuy of Central Okanagan, #5 2260 Hunter Rd., Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 7J8; and DirectBuy of Greater Victoria, 350B Bay Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 1P7.

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

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Lyons & Wolivar, Inc. (L&W Investigations) named exclusive vendor Turner Bros. of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

WESTBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS…

 

L&W Investigations, the foremost private investigations firm specializing in insurance claims, recently started working with Turner Bros. LLC to be the Oklahoma City-based company’s vendor for workers comp investigations across the United States. 

Turner Bros. specializes in transportation and crane and rigging equipment. Serving 48 states, Turner Bros.’ area of expertise is in running and servicing 50-650 ton cranes, with heights up to 430 feet.

In business for more than 60 years, Turner Bros. operates five truck terminals, each equipped with trucks and trailers with individual carrying capacities ranging to 225 tons. The fleet, consisting of both company-owned and lease equipment, is capable of transporting a wide range of cargoes, including equipment with special size or weight requirements.

“Turner Bros. is a very welcome addition to our roster of clients,” said Neal Lyons, chairman and CEO of L&W Investigations. “With our network of investigations territories across the U.S. and Canada, as well as the Hawaiian Islands and Puerto Rico, we have the bandwidth to serve a national client the size of Turner Bros. while maintaining a very strong presence in each individual market. That’s a combination very few investigations firms can offer.”

L&W Investigations is not your typical private investigations firm because it works exclusively on workers compensation, disability, liability, auto and property claims for organizations ranging from insurance companies to third-party administrators, self-insured companies to law firms and municipalities.

L&W employs seasoned investigators who specialize in investigating insurance cases (or claims). All L&W investigators go through extensive training and have access to the most state-of-the-art surveillance equipment. L&W’s service offerings include: surveillance; statements; activity/disability checks; asset/background investigations; and medical audits/clinic inspections.

For information on Turner Bros., please visit their Web site at www.turnerbros.com. For more information on L&W Investigations, Inc, you can call their corporate offices at (508) 616-9370 or visit the Web site at www.lwinvestigations.com.

Not your everyday investigations firm

L&W Investigations, Inc. specializes in insurance claims. In addition to nationwide coverage, L&W investigators are highly trained specialists equipped with state-of-the-art surveillance technologies and other advanced systems to provide second-to-none results and service. That includes online case status reports, video delivery by digital download or CD, DVD or VHS tape, rush services at no extra charge and much more.

L&W Investigations territories are located across the U.S. and the Hawaiian Islands as well as in Canada and Puerto Rico.

For additional information, visit the Web site at www.lwinvestigations.com or contact L&W’s corporate headquarters located in Westborough, Massachusetts, at (508) 616-9370.

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Lyons & Wolivar, Inc. (L&W Investigations) puts up the numbers, posts record third quarter results.

WESTBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS… 

They say the numbers don’t lie. They do tell quite a story, particularly for L&W Investigations, the foremost private investigations firm specializing in insurance cases and claims. The Westborough, Mass.-based firm announced its 2008 third quarter billings were up 56 percent over its 2007 third quarter results.

The strong third quarter results were buoyed by another “best ever” record month for L&W in September with an increase in cases billed up 73 percent over September of 2007. In fact, September 2008 marked the ninth straight month in which L&W has recorded its best month ever. Overall in 2008, L&W is up 44 percent over its 2007 billings through three quarters of last year.

“L&W has continued to grow its case billings month after month, showing that even in the midst of stock market turmoil and company layoffs, our business couldn’t be stronger,” said Neal Lyons, chairman and CEO of Lyons & Wolivar, Inc. (L&W Investigations).

L&W Investigations works exclusively on workers compensation, disability, liability, auto and property claims. With its network of investigations territories across the U.S. and Canada, Puerto Rico and the Hawaiian Islands, L&W boasts a client roster of more than 135 clients, ranging from insurance companies to third-party administrators, self-insured companies to law firms and municipalities. This list includes:

●        USAir

●        Ameriprise Home and Auto

●        Pep Boys Automotive

●        Cummins Diesel

●        Gallagher Bassett

●        AIG

●        Travelers

●        Esurance

●        CMI

●        Hanover

●        Aflac

L&W employs seasoned investigators who specialize in investigating insurance cases (or claims). All L&W investigators go through extensive training and have access to the most state-of-the-art surveillance equipment. L&W’s service offerings include: surveillance; statements; activity/disability checks; asset/background investigations; and medical audits/clinic inspections.

For more information on L&W Investigations, Inc, you can call their corporate offices at (508) 616-9370 or visit the Web site at www.lwinvestigations.com.

Lyons & Wolivar, Inc. (L&W Investigations): Not your everyday investigations firm

L&W Investigations, Inc. specializes in insurance claims. In addition to nationwide coverage, L&W investigators are highly trained specialists equipped with state-of-the-art surveillance technologies and other advanced systems to provide second-to-none results and service. That includes online case status reports, video delivery by digital download or CD, DVD or VHS tape, rush services at no extra charge and much more.

L&W Investigations territories are located across the U.S. and the Hawaiian Islands as well as in Canada and Puerto Rico.

For additional information, visit the Web site at www.lwinvestigations.com or contact L&W’s corporate headquarters located in Westborough, Massachusetts, at (508) 616-9370.

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Beverly Moore, RN, CS Launches StilMee, The Leader in Alzheimer Coaching

Alzheimer Coaching Services of Quincy, MA which is led by founder Beverly L. Moore, RN, CS, has recently become a licensor and branded as StilMee, The leader in Alzheimer coaching.

The company has been serving clients in eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island since 2000. StilMee, The leader in Alzheimer coaching provides in home coaching for family caregivers; educational programs and training; public presentations and assisted living residence support. The company works closely with families, day programs, assisted living residences, elder law attorneys, neurologists, and home care companies that seek to specialize in dementia care.

With a mission to help caregivers better understand a person with memory loss and a goal of helping people sustain positive family relationships through the dementia journey, the company has coached more than 1,400 families in the care of a person with Alzheimer’s or a related disorder.

“According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 10 million baby boomers in America will develop Alzheimer’s disease. We’ve seen the demand for our services triple over the last few years and it’s only going to continue to increase,” explained Beverly Moore. “Licensing enables us to really expand our territory so we can serve more families. It also provides a unique coaching opportunity to professionals in the field who truly want to make a difference in people’s lives.”

Coaching Opportunity

StilMee, The leader in Alzheimer coaching has five licensed professional coaches and is seeking additional qualified coaches.

All StilMee coaches are experienced, compassionate professionals who have worked extensively with individuals with dementia and their caregivers. They have completed the Habilitation Therapy training course developed by Paul Raia, Ph.D. and Joanne Koenig-Coste M. Ed, who are pioneers in the field of dementia care. The coaches remain at the forefront of the field by attending seminars on dementia and participating in monthly team training and individual coaching support sessions.

Professionals with a background in nursing, social work or caregiving who wish to help those with memory loss and their families are encouraged to find out more about obtaining a license and becoming a coach for StilMee, The leader in Alzheimer coaching. A qualification survey is available at the website, www.stilmee.com.

A Unique Name for a Unique Service

Moore branded her method of Alzheimer’s coaching after a coaching session with a gentleman who had Alzheimer’s and his wife who was his caregiver. The husband said to his wife during a session with Moore, “Beverly can STILL see ME; she doesn’t speak to my Alzheimer’s.” Thus, the brand name StilMee™ was born.

About StilMee, The leader in Alzheimer coaching

Moore, who founded the former Alzheimer Coaching Services in January of 2000, has more than 40 years of experience teaching and training professionals and para-professionals who specialize in behavior management.

“As a company we have coached more than 1,400 families in the care of a person with Alzheimer’s or a related disorder. All coaches are trained, experienced, compassionate professionals who have worked extensively with individuals with dementia and their families and caregivers.”

StilMee coaches serve families throughout eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island; the company is headquartered in Quincy, MA. For more information, contact (617) 328-3440 or visit the website at www.Stilmee.com.

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