2016 WACC Annual Golf Classic - Coming Soon!

Volume XIII
Issue 7 July 2016
2309 Airport Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
248-666-8600
www.waterfordchamber.org
2016 WACC Annual Golf Classic - Coming Soon!
– MeeT oUr SPoNSorS –
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When:
August 12
Where:
Pontiac Country Club
4335 Elizabeth Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
Time:
8:30 a.m. Scramble
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RESERVE YOUR SPACE TODAY!
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June brinGS double fun And netWorkinG for ChAmber memberS!
Perking Up - The Rolladium & Mary Kay Cosmetics
Our thanks to Terry & Anthony Anselmi & Kim DeCovich
Joint Perking/BOB - Fort Clarkston
Our thanks to Pam Rush & Holly Waxler
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BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
2016
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
2016 Perking Up
Schedule of Events
July 12
Johnson & Anderson
4494 Elizabeth Lake Rd.
August 2
Canterbury On-the-Lake
5601 Hatchery Rd.
Sept. 13
LaFontaine Automotive
4000 W. Highland Rd.
Oct. 4
McLaren Oakland
Waterford Primary Care
4000 Highland Rd., Ste. 114
Nov. 1
Genisys Credit Union
7372 Highland Rd.
Dec. 6
Open Door Outreach Center
7170 Cooley Lake Rd.
President
Amy Vernon
Lé Flair Decorating & Staging
Vice President
David Meyer
Coffee Break Services, Inc.
Treasurer
Hilary Renno
Edward Jones
Secretary
Kris Miller
McLaren Oakland
Past President
Archie Munson
Smith Disposal & Recycling
WACC
August 5
6 - 10 p.m.
Monthly Meeting
& Networking
OAKLAND COUNTY
INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK
6500 Patterson Parkway
July 13, 10-11 a.m.
DIRECTORS
August 18
Annual Skeet & Meat
After Hours Mixer
3:30 - 8 p.m.
Mark Davis
Michigan Community
Insurance Agency
Dr. Adam Apfelblat
Michigan Chiropractic
Specialists of Waterford P.C.
Andrew Rogers
Midwest Computer Services
Richard Coatta
RC Golf Lessons
Jennifer Hill
Secrest Wardle
Hosted by:
Dave Smith
State Farm
Rhonda Lessel
Waterford School District
Margaret Birch
Waterford Township
Treasurer
Oakland County Sportsmen’s Club
4770 Waterford Rd.
Marie Hauswirth
Executive Director
WACC
WACC
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK
Sponsors
Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
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Members in the News
Murphy & Associates Recognized for
Landscape Design in May, 2016
Issue of Traditional Home Magazine
Murphy & Associates provided the
landscape design for the house
recently featured in the "Bold
Standard" article in the 2016 May
issue of Traditional Home magazine.
The beautifully designed outdoor
space represents the “artful solution”
philosophy of Murphy & Associates.
“Landscaping is the art of the living
outdoor space,” says Owner,
Colleen Murphy.
As a member of a project design team with the architect, interior
designer and project owners, Murphy & Associates applies key
principles of design. Each design element works together creating
spaces that are comfortable, pleasing to the eye and interesting as
the seasons change. Working together ensures that the design will
flow in and out of the structure, while meeting the needs of the
projects owner. Art is visible in the design by the use of materials,
size and shape, texture and color, much like a good painting.
Since 1988, Murphy & Associates has guided each project from
the design phase through the completion of construction. They
manage all the different contractors that can be involved. Seeking
out artisans to execute certain portions of a project is critical to
accomplish the intended design and just plain old fun. “We are
lucky to say that we love and enjoy what we do,” says Colleen.
Murphy & Associates has undertaken a diverse range of landscape
projects; office retail centers, medical facilities, public institutions,
residential communities and some of the areas most beautiful
homes.
Murphy & Associates are always
working to improve and maintain
all the natural features of a site.
Their team educates their clients
on sustainable development
when ever possible. Learning
new techniques and practices to
save natural resources and
improve services is on going.
For your landscaping design needs call 248-682-5230 or email:
murphylandscape@sbcglobal.net
Visit www.murphylandscape.com
New Member Joins Us from North Pole, Alaska
Directly from Santa Claus House, Nicole
Blizinski, attended her first Chamber
meeting in June. As the former public
relations and marketing coordinator for
Santa Claus House, Nicole spent every
day with Santa and his reindeer. Don't
believe? Give it a Google and you will see!
Nicole, and her two-year-old son and
husband, John, moved back to their
home state, Michigan, after her husband took medical retirement
from the Army. Nicole quickly took a position with Paychex Inc. upon
her return. Nicole said she was excited to take a position with such
an innovative company who care equally about its clients as they
do it's employees. "Being able to take a position with such an ethical
company and provide solutions for clients with employees ranging
from one to thousands, was something I could see myself doing
every day and enjoy it. Paychex is not just a payroll company. We
have a variety of solutions for our clients making us an all in one
solution for any business."
What brought Nicole and her family back? On
June 17, while deployed in Afghanistan, her
husband (a combat medic) was struck by a
200-pound IED while out of the hatch of his
Stryker. He suffered a traumatic brain injury
among other injuries. After multiple surgeries,
rehabilitation, and two years in Alaska through
John & Nicole Blizinski
a med board process, the former combat
medic was medically retired. With a new baby and an uncertain future,
the Blizinski family made their way back to Michigan.
Shortly after their arrival, they were contacted by the Military
Warriors Support Foundation (MWSF), out of Texas, and Citizens
Bank of Michigan. They were chosen as candidates to receive a
mortgage free home due to her husbands Purple Heart. "I
remember thinking, this is like winning the lottery. Could this really
be happening?" On Mother's Day weekend, Nicole, John, and LJ
(Little John), moved into their home provided by the generosity of
MWSF and Citizens Bank.
"Citizens Bank picked us up from my husband's parents in Royal
Oak and drove us to the home in Livonia. We pulled up to a street
lined with hundreds of Citizens Bank employees, our friends, our
family and neighbors. I've never met a more generous group of
people than the employees of Citizens Bank. The president of
Southfield HQ personally planted azaleas in the front of the house.
We are still amazed this happened to us and we couldn’t be more
blessed."
This is a story Nicole is excited to tell. There was a time their family
couldn't see the light at the end of the tunnel, but they kept moving
forward despite their difficulties. Nicole is happy to be a part of a
community again and looks forward to providing solutions to the
businesses of the greater Waterford area.
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Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
Jackie Buchanan Named in
100 Most Influential Women
Crain’s Detroit Business has named Genisys Credit
Union President and CEO, Jackie Buchanan, one of
the top 100 Most Influential Women in Michigan. “I
am honored to have received this recognition,” said
Buchanan. “I share it with the entire Genisys team
as a sign of the value we are providing to our
members and communities.”
In 1986 Buchanan began her career as an accounts payable clerk
at Parda Federal Credit Union in Rochester, Michigan. In 1991 she
started at Genisys (previously T&C Federal Credit Union) as an
accounting manager. About 7 years later she became the vice
president of Information Technology. In 2008 she became
executive vice president and CIO at Genisys and in 2010, she was
promoted to president and CEO.
"I always loved accounting in high school, and I was always good with
numbers,” she told Crain’s. “I joined and stayed with credit unions
because I love the philosophy of people helping people. We exist only
to help our members, and we are not beholden to stockholders."
Nominations for this award came from Crain’s reporters, editors and
readers. Nominated by an unknown source, Buchanan was
pleasantly surprised to hear she had received this award. She is the
only Credit Union CEO in the state to make the list. When selecting
the Top 100 Most Influential Women, Crain’s looked for proven
leaders from business, academia and from civic, nonprofit and
public policy organizations. Crains’ selections were chosen “inhouse” by top editors and the publisher. Their 100 Most Influential
Women features have been published in 1997, 2002 and 2007. This
was the first year that the award search was statewide.
Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
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MEMBERS IN THE NEWS continued...
fire ServiCeS dAtA
✪ In 2015 the Waterford Fire Department responded to 11,300
calls for service
✪ These millage renewals equate to approx 26% of the Fire
Department budget
✪ The renewals maintain funding for two Advanced Life
Support/Paramedic rescues.
✪ The renewal maintains funding for approximately 30
firefighter/paramedics.
PoliCe ServiCeS dAtA
✪ Waterford Police Dispatch Center received 32,394 - 911 call
during 2015.
✪ In 2015, the Waterford police department responded to
29,341 calls for service.
✪ This millage equates to approx 24% of the Police
Department operating budget.
✪ The funds will be used for continued staffing, maintenance
and operation of WTPD.
We Accept New Patients!
✪ The Waterford millage money stays in Waterford. Pontiac
pays for all service the Fire Department provides in the city.
✪ Renewing these millages continues to protect property and
market values by maintaining a safe community.
They preserve essential manpower and services necessary to
protect you, your family and our community, while maintaining the
quality of life our residents expect. This is NOT a tax increase!
Waterford Township is 35.3 square miles with a populations of 71,707
(2010 US Census) and is the 5th safest community in Michigan
(communities over 50,000).
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Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
– MEET THE CANDIDATES –
Entrepreneur and Businessman Matt Marko
Launches Bid for Waterford Trustee
I can help Waterford. I moved here from
Bloomfield Twp., over thirteen years ago, love it,
and am troubled by its decline. I have a long
history as an entrepreneur and problem solver. As
an intern for San Diego’s city council, I found cost
savings. As a truck plant supervisor, I was the first
to make the production quota. Working as an
industrial engineer, I helped companies increase
productivity. As a Group Vice President for an industrial corporation,
I worked with management to develop business plans and budgets.
As V.P. of International Sales I developed and executed plans to enter
new markets.
On the U.S. District Export Council, I helped companies throughout
Michigan learn how to export as I also did as founding Chairman of
the Detroit Chamber's International Business Council, and on the
Oakland County Roundtable.
My extensive experience on boards and management will work well
with the board of Trustees to solve problems, manage issues and
develop plans. I've seen how cities and towns, around the world,
have attracted business and residents by creating low cost, minimal
government interfering environments.
I am a common-sense, fiscal conservative who believes a solid
business background is what we need on the Waterford Board of
Trustees. I look forward to your support.
Please check out my websites: www.matthewmarko.com
www.facebook.com/marko4waterford
Secrest Wardle on 2016 List of “Largest Law
Firms” in Crain's Detroit Business Magazine
Secrest Wardle has
been included on the
"Crain's List: Largest
Law Firms ranked by
number of attorneys in
Southeast Michigan,"
published on April 25,
2016. Secrest Wardle
tied as the 18th largest firm in Southeast Michigan. The list is an
approximate compilation of largest law firms based on the number
of lawyers in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and
Livingston counties.
Crain's Detroit Business serves Southeast Michigan's business
community, providing news and information regarding a vast
category of industries. For more information please visit
http://bit.ly/1rumKtM.
Secrest Wardle is a law firm specializing in defense litigation and
counsel for insurance, municipal, and commercial clients
headquartered in Troy, with additional offices in Grand Rapids and
Lansing.
Local Businessman Thomas Wilhelm is
Running for Waterford Township Supervisor
Tom is a life long resident of Waterford and has
witnessed and been saddened by the obvious
decline that has taken place in the community.
Many businesses have closed and are leaving
store fronts and office buildings that have
become over-grown and blighted. The once
proud Summit Place Mall has become not only
an eyesore, but a dangerous structure, just
waiting to result in a tragedy.
With over 30 years as a real estate broker and a history of being
one of the longest and most successful developers in Waterford,
Tom has the background to address these problems. He has a
vision and a plan for dealing with Summit Place Mall and other
abandoned properties. To restore both pride and purpose back
into Waterford Township, and to bring business and increased
employment to the community.
Tom is also the owner of Wilhelm Custom Homes, a successful
building company that has developed more residential lots in
Waterford than any other company in Michigan. The company
specializes in subdivision development, new builds, commercial,
industrial and residential manufacturing. Tom’s reputation is that
he puts his client’s needs first and builds their dream properties.
With this background and reputation, Tom is well equipped to
apply that same dedication and knowledge into offering the
residents of Waterford a new generation of regrowth through
business and job incentives and not just leave empty vacant
spaces. Too many opportunities have been left behind.
By utilizing the latest technology advances available, Tom has the
ability to act immediately to implement changes in the market place,
both in revitalizing the business and residential areas of Waterford.
Tom offers a distinct and second-to-none advantage in the
promotion of properties through working with others in giving
exposure through various advertising mediums. His enthusiasm
and knowledge of the real estate market will contribute to the
success of new growth in the Waterford Community.
In addition to helping to spurn that new growth, Tom is well aware
of the other issues that need to be addressed within the Waterford
Community and assures you, the citizens of Waterford, that those
issues will be on his agenda as the new Waterford Township
Supervisor.
Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
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JULY ISSUE 2016
NEW AND RENEWING MEMBERS
We appreciate your generous support!
Please do business with fellow chamber members
when looking for products and services.
ED ROY'S COMPLETE AUTO
Ed Roy
5272 Dixie Hwy.
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-8489
1 2 3 4ME POWER WASHING
Ed Fouchey
1315 Irwin Dr.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 648-9839
www.1234me.com
FIVE-STAR PROTECTION LLC
Greg Fogleman
1825 Scott Lake Rd.
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 787-5554
www.five-starprotection.com
ACCENT FLOWERS & GIFTS
Liz Dobler
4976 Highland Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 461-6941
www.aaflowershop.com
FORBES TRAILERS, LLC
Mike & Denise Forbes
4902 Highland Rd.
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 673-7876
www.forbestrailers.com
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Rachel Scheich
20450 Civic Center Dr.
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 663-3421
www.relayforlife.org/waterfordmi
BARTELLI'S BANQUET HALL & CATERING
SERVICE
Joe Nahat
100 S. Cass Lake Rd.
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 706-1100
www.bartelliscatering.com
FRANNET OF MID-MICHIGAN AND OAKLAND
COUNTY
Linda Belford*
5840 Lorac Ste. 7
Clarkston, MI 48346
(810) 423-3956
www.frannet.com/lbelford
GREEK JALAPENO RESTAURANT
John & Karen Ropotos*
6636 Cooley Lake Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 363-3322
www.greekjalapeno.com
BIGGBY COFFEE
Kris Kildea
6123 Highland Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 599-9217
www.biggby.com
CARING TRANSITIONS OF OAKLAND COUNTY, MI
Terry Ondusky
5119 Highland Rd. #204
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 782-6032
www.estatemoveoaklandcountymi.com
HUNGRY HOWIES PIZZA
Steven Peterson
6808 Brightwood Ct.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 343-6260
www.hungryhowies.com
HUTCHINSON’S ELECTRIC, INC.
Wendell Hutchinson
5828 Dixie Hwy.
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-8480
www.hutchinsonselectric.com
CLARKSTON PAPER
John Mervenne
7824 Andersonville Rd.
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 241-6472
www.clarkstonpaper.com
JAMES A BEDOR, DDS, PC
Corinne McIntyre-Miller, DDS
95 N. Williams Lake Rd.
White Lake, MI 48386
(248) 698-8330
www.bedordental.com
CONTENDER'S TREE & LAWN
Steve & Theresa Martinko*
1413 Airway Dr.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 698-4470
http://contenders-mi.com/
MACY INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.
Michael Macy
DSL MARINE TRANSPORT & SERVICES
4089 W. Walton Blvd. Ste. A
David Crow
Waterford, MI 48329
5421 Perry Dr.
(248) 673-7320
Waterford, MI 48329
www.macyagency.com
(248) 894-0086
www.dslmarine.com
* Indicates new member of the
Waterford Area
Chamber of Commerce
MARCO'S PIZZA
James Vlcek*
5570 Cooley Lake Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-9700
www.marcos.com
MICHIGAN INSURANCE & FINANCIALCLARKSTON
Dave Pettengill*
6160 Dixie Hwy. Ste. 201
Clarkston, MI 48346
(810) 396-9950
http://miafs.com/
MOUNTAIN REALTY
Carol & Bill Mountain
5663 Highland Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 707-6300
www.mt.realty.com
NORTH OAKLAND REPUBLICAN CLUB
Greg Fogleman
4470 Motorway
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 787-5554
www.norc-us.org
OPEN DOOR OUTREACH CENTER
Karen Myers
7170 Cooley Lake Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 360-2930
www.opendooroutreachcenter.com
SANDON, LEIST & CO. PLLC
Michelle Leist
100 N. Williams Lake Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 623-4500
www.sandonleist.com
TELEPHONE SUPPORT SYSTEMS
Dave Dziadzio
27300 Haggerty Rd. Ste. F7
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
(248) 489-0000
www.telsupsys.com
VAN HORN CONCRETE
Ken Clark
3770 Airport Rd.
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-4830
www.vanhornconcrete.com
WORLDWISE.NET
Tania Gramer
7300 Dixie Hwy. Ste. 300
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 922-9308
www.woldwise.net
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Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS continued...
GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH - CORRECT A SLICE
Step 1- Visualize the target line – the imaginary line from the ball to
the target. Lay a yardstick on the ground parallel to the target line
about 2 to 3 inches above the ball. Align your feet, hips and
shoulders parallel to the target line and yardstick. This means your
left shoulder (for a right-handed golfer) will point "parallel left" of the
target.
Step 2 - Start your backswing by turning your shoulders. Make
sure your club starts straight back along an extension of the target
line. Do not pull the club inside or outside the line with your hands
or arms, but allow the shoulders to bring the club naturally around.
Step 3 - Begin the downswing by transferring your weight to your
left side. Do not start with the upper body. As your hips turn to the
target, allow the shoulders to unwind and swing the club inside
the yardstick. If you hit the yardstick, you have an outside-in path
that can lead to a slice.
Step 4 - PRACTICE!
R C Golf Lessons LLC
Richard Coatta, PGTAA Master Teaching Professional
Oakland CC Head Golf Coach
248-496-6464 - rick@rcgolflessons.net
www.rcgolflessons.net
FranNet: Expert Guidance for Aspiring Franchise Owners
FranNet is the industry’s most respected leader in franchise
consulting services, with more than 28 years of experience and
over 100 consultants across North America – including a
consultant right here in the Waterford/Clarkston area!
Their goal is to not only help entrepreneurs’ dreams of business
ownership come true, but to help people make sound business
decisions that give them the best chance for future success. They
are experts at helping their clients evaluate the various types of
business opportunities in the marketplace today.
The data shows franchise opportunities are a safer bet for longterm success than startups or existing business purchases.
FranNet conducted a five-year study starting in 2006 that showed
92 percent of FranNet franchise placements were still in business
after two years, compared to only 67 percent of other small
business ventures (according to studies by the U.S. Census
Bureau). After a five-year period, FranNet placements clocked in
at an 85 percent success rate compared to only 50 percent of
other small businesses
Waterford's local franchise placement consultant, Linda M. Belford,
has been providing franchise business education and advice to
individuals since 2014. Linda has degrees from UM-Ann Arbor and
MSU, and possesses more than 20 years of business and
management experience, including previous ownership of a very
successful franchise in Grand Blanc.
“People in Michigan continue to reassess their careers and seek
more fulfilling career options,” said Linda. “Opening a franchise
makes great sense today - it’s a more viable and stable option for
a large number of people in today’s market. We are seeing a
growing number of franchise companies expanding into Northern
Oakland county and Mid-Michigan, with a high rate of success.”
Linda looks forward to empowering aspiring business owners with
the knowledge needed to enter the world of franchising in Oakland
county and Mid-Michigan. She sees great potential for continuing
economic growth with the improving economy – specifically the
growth of “green” businesses, college campus expansions, and
other large business reinventions/expansions in our area.
FranNet offers assistance through educational seminars and oneon-one consultations with individuals who are interested in business
ownership through franchising. Their consultants provide detailed
information on various business options, leveraging successful
business models, launching a recession-resistant business, building
a financial future, and enjoying career independence. Seminars and
consultations are NO COST, NO OBLIGATION.
Oakland county's local FranNet consultant, Linda Belford, can be
contacted directly through the FranNet website at
www.FranNet.com/Lbelford, or at 810-423-3956.
Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS continued...
AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH
Kim DeCovich, Sales Director - Mary Kay Cosmetics
I believe that every woman deserves to feel
beautiful and confident! It’s no surprise that
many women put themselves last. Women
are pulled in so many directions with everincreasing responsibilities between family,
work, and volunteering. But, we’ve all heard
it said, “If mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody
happy.” That’s where I come in!
Imagine how “mama” will feel after a
complimentary pampering session at my glamour studio! She’ll not
only feel refreshed, but also pampered, energized, and glamorous!
The feeling will continue for weeks to come as her confidence grows
knowing that she not only looks her absolute best, but that she’s
wearing the right products and she’s not breaking the bank to do it!
Simply put… I make women look beautiful!
When a woman looks beautiful, she feels beautiful. When a woman
feels beautiful, she becomes more confident. When a woman
becomes more confident, she begins to believe in herself. When a
woman believes in herself, she becomes more courageous. When
a woman is more courageous, she begins to step into her dreams.
When a woman steps into her dreams her life is changed forever!
That is hope and I give women hope daily! Who do you know that
could benefit from what I provide? Phone: 248-736-0041
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Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS continued...
McLaren Oakland Sleep Diagnostic Center in
Clarkston Receives Program Accreditation
McLaren Oakland Sleep Diagnostic
Center in Clarkston recently received
program accreditation from the American
Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
“The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates McLaren
Oakland Sleep Diagnostic Center on meeting the high standards
required for receiving accreditation as a sleep disorders center,”
said Dr. Nathaniel Watson, AASM President. “McLaren Oakland
Sleep Diagnostic Center is an important resource to the local
medical community and will provide academic and scientific value
in addition to the highest quality care for patients suffering from
sleep disorders.”
To receive accreditation for a five-year period, a sleep center must
meet or exceed all standards for professional health care as
designated by the AASM. These standards address core areas
such as personnel, facility and equipment, policies and procedures,
data acquisition, patient care, and quality assurance. Additionally,
the sleep center’s goals must be clearly stated and include plans
for positively affecting the quality of medical care in the community
it serves.
“We are very proud to receive this outstanding accreditation for our
sleep program,” said Mary O’Connor, D.O. and McLaren Oakland
Sleep Diagnostic Center director. “This accreditation reflects our
commitment to ensure the highest quality care for patients suffering
from sleep disorders.”
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine accredited a sleep
disorders center for the first time in 1977. Today there are more
than 2,500 AASM-accredited sleep centers across the country.
About The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM)
The AASM is a professional medical society for clinicians,
researchers, and other health care providers in the field of sleep
medicine. As the national accrediting body for sleep disorders
centers, the AASM is dedicated to setting standards and promoting
excellence in sleep medicine health care, education and research.
About McLaren Oakland
McLaren Oakland is a 328-bed medical center that provides
primary and specialty healthcare services to the greater Pontiac
and Oakland County community. Founded in 1953, McLaren
Oakland has grown to a full-fledged medical community that
includes more than 300 physicians, an inpatient hospital with a
range of services including cardiovascular care, cancer services,
women’s health, minimally invasive robotic surgery, comprehensive
orthopedic services, and a state-of-the-art Surgery Center.
McLaren Oakland is also a verified trauma center and an accredited
stroke center. To learn more, visit www.mclaren.org/Oakland.
ºWaterford Area Chamber of Commerce
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Ribbon Cuttings/Grand Openings
NCA Pharmacy 7362 Highland Rd. - Waterford
www.ncapharmacy.com (248) 461-6509
Superior Hardwood Flooring Distributors, LLC
4895 Highland Rd., Ste. D - Waterford
www.superiorhardwood.net (248) 599-3113
La Wing Station
4240 Pontiac Lake Rd., Waterford
www.facebook.com/lawingstation (248) 673-2209
rootS And fruitS
A blog by Pam Tomaszycki, D.C.,
McLeod Waterford Chiropractic
If you want to know what a person's
roots are, then look at the fruits being
produced. This can be used in so many situations including health,
relationships, finances, etc.
Our roots are created by what we’ve been taught growing up and
what we continuously learn from people, media, music, television
and internet. Our roots continue to develop as we go through life.
Our roots determine where we invest our time, energy and money.
These roots produce our fruits; the outcomes in our life.
There is a verse in the Bible, "Blessed is the man who trusts in the
Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by
the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves
remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does
not cease to bear fruit." (Jer. 17:7-8)
Ask yourself, “What are the fruits being produced in your life? Are
you proud of the fruits? Are you excited to be producing these type
of fruits? Or are you unhappy with the roots? Answering these
questions can be a huge challenge. When you identify the fruits
you like you can choose to continue to nurture them. You can also
change those you don't like but realize it may not be a quick fix or
happen in one day. It may take a commitment and a desire to make
a change. I see this daily in the healthcare industry. I am blessed to
care for patients who are seeking answers to their health challenge;
to pain. I offer a solution to correct the cause of the problem by
correcting the misalignments of the spine that are interfering with
the nerve system to function appropriately.
If your roots have instilled the need to care for your spine as you
do your teeth or your body, then you probably already have been
seeking chiropractic care to ensure your spine remains free of
decay. However, if in your roots you have not been taught the
importance of caring for your spine, then you probably have decay
that has set in over the years.
When it comes to health, some people will have roots based in
"quick fixes." They will choose to cover up their symptoms with
medications or just remove the part that is not functioning without
considering the long term effects. The question to ask yourself is,
How is it working for you? Is it producing the quality of life that you
want?
Our roots determine our future and whether our "leaves will remain
green throughout our life.” When it comes to our health, our roots
will determine those retirement years. I choose quality! What do
you choose?
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Community in the Waterford Area.
Message from the President...
I hope your summer in beautiful Waterford is off
to a great start! Remember all the resources we
are so fortunate to have in The Waterford Area
Chamber of Commerce to assist with projects
or events you may have going on this season.
If you are having a party - such as a graduation
or bridal shower - we have several party rental and supply
businesses and catering services to help make it a big success.
And, to help get your home ready, we have sprinkler and lawn and
tree services available, as well as power washing, pest control and
carpet cleaning businesses to help prepare for the big event!
Perhaps you are fortunate enough to live on or near a lake –
remember we have resources to repair or make canvas boat
covers, repair boat interiors; businesses where you can purchase
marine supplies such as docks, boating supplies, water toys, etc.,
and have boats transported and repaired. Whatever your needs,
make it a fabulous summer for you and your family, and make sure
to use fellow chamber members!
Relax and enjoy your summer!
Amy Vernon, Le’Flair Decorating & Staging
President