Member Profiles:
Kim Anderson-Grigg, Senior Investigator, US Investigative Services
kim.anderson-grigg@usiscentral.com - This address is for work related business only.
& Founder 2001, Women's Referral Connection
A warm and friendly networking environment for business women.
www.womensreferralconnection.com
Debi Bauer – Essence of Change, LLC
Dedicated to helping people achieve their health and wealth goals. Specializing in Change Management-the human side of change, Organizational Development and Training.
www.essenceofchange.net
Dr. Brenda Begin – Optometrist, Rockrimmon Vision Clinic
We offer comprehensive eye care including eye exams for glasses and contact lenses, treatment of eye disease and a large optical boutique. Most insurance plans accepted.
www.RockRimmonVision.com
Judy Blaskowski – BusinessTruths
Judy and her husband, Laddie, work exclusively with business owners and professionals to help them build better businesses, have a better lives, and create wealth through owning their businesses. She co-authored the book The Step Dynamic: A Powerful Strategy for Successfully Growing Your Business.
www.businesstruths.com
Cris Carter – Cris Carter Law
Cris Carter has over 30-years of successful accomplishments as an attorney, financial advisor, speaker, writer and teacher. Cris is intuitive, sharp and savvy, as she offers genuine move ahead strategies and teaches others the resources and systems that allow them to navigate legal hurdles and step into their greatness with confidence!
Phone: (719) 434-0000 • www.CrisCarterLaw.com • www.CrisCarterTLC.com • www.CrisCarterMVP.com
Valerie Caruso – Independent Wine Consultant, Team Leader, WineShop At Home
Valerie is a graduate of Professional Wine Studies programs at International Hospitality Schools/Culinary Academies in Italy & France, the Education Director for the Colorado Chapter of Women for Wine Sense, & a member of the International Sommelier Guild and Society of Wine Educators. She provides an in home/office wine tasting service and guarantees your guests will learn something new and fun about wine! Call for your private tasting event!
Phone: (530) 713-4032 • www.wineshopathome.com/valeriecaruso
Patricia Grihalva – Forest Financial and Accounting
Certified Public Accountant with a passion to assist small businesses and individuals with their tax and accounting needs. With over 35 years experience in public accounting and industry, I bring a unique perspective and expertise to client relationships. Services include tax preparation and planning, QuickBooks accounting services, setup/training, and small business consulting.
www.forestfinancial.net
Sheryl Gunn – Hewlett-Packard
Sheryl Gunn is the President-Elect of our Colorado Springs Women's Express Network chapter of ABWA and will be serving as the President in the 2012-2013 year. Sheryl has been an employee of Hewlett-Packard for the past 13 years and is currently in the role of Global Project and Process Manager. As a Project Management Professional (PMP), Sheryl leads a world-wide team of subject matter experts in the development and implementation of IT and business projects.
Sheryl.Gunn@hp.com
Barbara Harris – Realtor with Barbara Harris Team
Through her residential real estate business, Barbara is able to mentor new real estate brokers, guide buyers in their quest to purchase a home, counsel sellers in how to obtain the best price for their home, and spearhead projects that give back to her community. Barbara's passion is making a difference in the lives of others.
www.barbaraharristeam.com
Becky Hume – Spa by Candlelight
Becky offers her clients opportunities to create ambiance with PartyLite Candles and accessories. As a BeautiControl independent consultant she can pamper you with her mobile day spa. There are so many options from which to chose to enjoy her products and connect with friends: corporate, home, or one-on-one. Pamper yourself today with beauty treats!
www.SpaByCandlelight.com • www.beautipage.com/beckyhume • www.partylite.biz/beckyhume
Linda Jacob – Integrity Bank & Trust
Linda Jacob is a Wealth Management Officer/Owner of Integrity Bank & Trust. She is a graduate of Bellevue University and holds the title of Accredited Financial Counselor through AFCPE. He has over 16 years of financial expertise that she uses to help people design and enhance their personalized financial plans as well as investment and trust management.
Phone: 719-484-0077 • www.integritybankandtrust.com • www.yourmoneymatters.typepad.com
Gina R. Kaiser, President/CEO – Kaiser Advertising
Kaiser Advertising is a full service advertising agency. We specialize in proven research-results driven advertising. We work with clients needing a full marketing and advertising campaign, to clients that just need our services based on a project-by-project basis.
www.kaiseradv.com
Mary C. Kelly, PhD, CDR, US Navy (ret) - Productive Leaders
Economist and leadership expert, Mary and her team at Productive Leaders (www.ProductiveLeaders.com) are committed to increasing profits through improving business processes and leadership. A master at strategic planning, Mary is an international speaker and author of several books including Master Your World: 10 Dog-Inspired Leadership Lessons to Improve Productivity, Profits and Communication, and 15 Ways to Grow Your Business in Every Economy.
Mary@ProductiveLeaders.com • www.ProductiveLeaders.com
Wanda McCormick - Perfect Fit Personal Training
Wanda works with a variety of clients, whether a couch potato, a weekend warrior or a fitness minded individual, Perfect Fit Personal Training & Get Fit Camp helps guide you toward a healthier lifestyle through the power of fitness, hard work and commitment to yourself by integrating exercise into your busy lives.
Visit www.perfectfitpersonaltraining.blogspot.com for the newest information on classes, articles, recipes, videos, etc.
Phone: (719) 640-3182
Sr. Joanne Moeller – Franciscan Retreat Center
Retreat and Conference Facilities - We offer meeting rooms, lodging, and food service for groups or individuals.
Thelma Pimentel – Individual Sales Representative, United Healthgroup
Offering Medicare Health Plans - "Helping Seniors to Live Secure, Be Secure"
Brianne Powell, MBA – BreeDesigns, LLC
Since 1998, BreeDesigns, LLC has used social media management to help businesses develop a strong branding presence in multiple media outlets. BreeDesigns, LLC specializes in graphic and web design/re-design, SEO (search engine optimization), website monetization, blog design and content development, e-newsletters, social networking, and web analytics.
Phone: 970-819-0632 • www.BreeDesigns.com • brianne@breedesigns.com
Corky Reed-Watt – 2-Watts Creative Center
2-Watts Creative Center, an art studio providing hands-on recreational opportunities in a variety of art mediums for people of all ages.
corkyreed_watt@yahoo.com
Cyndi Stout – Promoz and Promoz.com
Since 1992, Promoz has provided businesses large and small, nonprofit organizations and the federal government with promotional products and branded apparel. Promoz specializes in working with clients to ensure that their program for distribution is effective and meets their goals. Promoz offers everything from pens, calendars, hats, jackets, T-shirts, anything that can be decorated.
Phone: (719) 597–5526 • www.Promoz.com • Cyndi@promoz.com
Nancy Trout, Mortgage Loan Officer, Benchmark Mortgage
Full service lender specializing in Colorado Springs Mortgages, Colorado Home Loans, FHA, VA, and Conventional, Colorado Springs Refinance. Colorado and NMLS Licensee.
Phone: 719-687-2112 • nancy.trout@benchmark.us • www.nancytrout.benchmark.us
Trista Tuttle – Deposit Operations Officer
The Eastern Colorado Bank is a family-owned Colorado community bank serving the Colorado Spring market with business banking services that will make operating your business easier. We are committed to honest and friendly banking always keeping your best interest in mind. Visit our web site (www.YourFriendlyBank.com) or call us (719-955-0633) to learn more about the services we provide.
Louise Walsh – Finger Tip Shopping
Providing a unique online, hassle-free shopping experience. As an Amway Global Independent Business Owner, Finger Tip Shopping offers their exclusive line of products - over 400 - for your home, health, and skin care needs.
www.fingertipshopping.wwdb.biz
Debi Willmer
Debi is an automotive finance professional who retired earlier this year. She is currently exploring new career opportunities while enjoying her temporary retirement.
Lisa Yens – Vice President, Pikes Peak National Bank and Owner of Coppia Di Vino/WineShop At Home
Lisa is a Community Banker with a focus on small business lending and relationship business banking. She is experienced in commercial lending, retail lending and deposit generation at Pikes Peak National Bank. Within her own business, Coppia Di Vino, Lisa is an Independent Wine Consultant with WineShop at Home, providing "in home or office" wine tastings and pairings of exclusive, handcrafted artisan wines.
Phone:(719) 599-9296 OR (719) 648-4884 • www.ppnb.com • www.coppiadivino.com
CSWEN Testimonials:
"Every time I come, I hear new things that help me to be more successful in my career. I love the new perspectives, encouragement and networking opportunities."
–Zoe Mills, Licensed Agency Specialist, Andrew S. Holloman Agency, Inc.
"Since this is a new organization, I find them an excellent organization to get to know people and network with other businesses. The women I have met here are delightful, easy to get to know, and interested. I have already received business from this group and I've only attended two meetings."
–Joanne Moeller, FSPA - Director, Franciscan Retreat Center,
"As a new person I felt like several people connected and made an effort to get to know me. I like the diversity of the group and all the different interests and professions represented."
–Patricia Breithaupt, Maytag Aircraft Corporation