New Chamber Members
Please help us welcome our newest Chamber members!
If you are a new member, please submit a 100 word write-up and picture/logo to membership@smchamber.com so we can feature you below.
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Art of Giving Foundation
The Art of Giving Foundation is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization, made up of 100% volunteers who share the goal of providing assistance and care to children around the globe who are displaced and/or living in extreme poverty. We believe in the simple philosophy of "Children Helping Children." We assist children of the world in helping other children in need, through the use of art. By educating and empowering the youth of today, through curriculum's that promote compassion, we share the “art of giving” with future generations, who in turn, will help shape a more peaceful world.
We are currently partnered with The Tutoring Club of Santa Monica to bring free arts and compassion based education to children in the Santa Monica community!
Julie Ben-Victor
President/Founder
The Art of Giving Foundation, Inc.
www.art-of-giving.org
323-395-4920
info@art-of-giving.org
P.O. Box 1338
Topanga, CA 90290

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Behm Enterprises
Behm Enterprises is a full service business growth consulting firm. We streamline operations, reduce cost, and improve sales. We specialize in larger companies but are open to doing business with any size organization.
Our headquarters is in Albuquerque, New Mexico but recently expanded to my home State of California and selected West Los Angeles as our new location. To request an in-person presentation, email us at connect@behmenterprises.com or call us at 1-866-862-9245.
Matthew Behm
(866)862-9245
www.behmenterprises.com
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MediaManiacs
MediaManiacs is a full service media
planning and buying firm established in 1999. We are Obsessive about our
clients, Compulsive about our work and we get you the Exposure that
gets results.
Sam Randazzo founded MediaManiacs after spending the majority of his career working for large Ad Agencies and Media Companies and saw how the industry changed from a service oriented business to an industry consumed with size and the bottom line.
With over 25 years of media management experience Sam started MediaManiacs to build relationships with clients based on providing individual attention to a client’s needs, not their budgets.
sgr MediaManiacs, LLC
Samuel Randazzo - Managing Director
10866 Wilshire Blvd, Ste. 900
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 571-0813
srandazzo@media-maniacs.com
www.media-maniacs.com

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Gibson International - Tracey Hennessey
Tracey Hennessey has received recognition from her clients and peers throughout her 25-year real estate career. She has earned admiration for her outstanding sales production and trustworthiness, which has played an important part in her success. Raised in Santa Monica, Tracey acquired a natural in-depth knowledge of the Westside. She joined Gibson International and is excited to be a part of a company with a strong international internet presence as well as a reputation for always putting the Client first.
With a reputation for high ethics and integrity, Tracey Has been a consistent Top Producer since 1989 and achieved a level of sales that is the top 1% of Westside agents.
Gibson International
Tracey Hennessey
Santa Monica, CA
(310) 779-6375
traceyhennessey@hotmail.com
www.traceyhennessey.com

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DEERING, SANDS & BERBEROGLU
The cornerstone of our success is our relationships with our clients. We maintain caseloads that allow us to spend time with them, to get to know them and to understand their legal problems. Only after we take the time necessary to get to know them, can we provide the best advice and the most steadfast guidance.
Whether you are looking to create a trust or update an old one, we have the experience to help you. If you or your loved one is having a problem with an existing trust or probate, our litigation team will competently bring or defend a trust or will contest. Or if you simply need to open a probate or conservatorship, our probate and conservatorship department has over 35 years of experience in trust and estate administration.
Contact Info:
Timur M. Berberoglu, Esq.
DEERING, SANDS & BERBEROGLU
725 Arizona Avenue, Suite 200
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 401-3111 Fax (310) 826-8920
dsb@lawdsb.com

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Meridian Finance Group
Meridian Finance Group provides credit, insurance, and trade finance tools that exporters can use expand their international sales.
Over the past 20 years Meridian has helped hundreds of US companies to penetrate overseas markets with cross-border trade financing, export credit insurance, Ex-Im Bank programs, and other services.
Meridian’s staff is multicultural and multilingual, with experience not only in receivables insurance and export financing, but also international trade, manufacturing, operations, logistics, and distribution.
www.meridianfinance.com
310-260-2130

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Magical Blooms Santa Monica
We are a thriving flower shop located in the Santa Monica Market where we design with love and passion for all our clients. Since 1999 Magical Blooms has been filling rooms with life whether it be a bouquet for your sweetheart, or a breath-taking display for guests and loved ones to fawn over. No matter what the event, Magical Blooms will be there to add a statement to all of life's celebrations. We are now offering flower arrangement classes starting Feb 1st, every Tuesday and Thursday! We are highly experienced with events, weddings, ceremonies, and of course our edgy one-of-a-kind style bouquets. We take each client's backstories, likes and loves into consideration, making for a customized, unique arrangement designed from the heart every time. Call and order an arrangement for your loved ones today, or stop by the third floor of Santa Monica Place on the promenade. We deliver!
395 Santa Monica Pl. #313
Santa Monica CA 91401
(310) 393-2600

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Keytonex, Inc.
Keytonex sells consumables and provides service for all your fax, copier and printer needs. Our company is known for its wholesale deals on Toner Cartridges, Laser Cartridges, Inks, Drums, Developers, Maintenance and much more. Please take advantage of our FREE PRICE QUOTE via phone, fax or email offering same day service. Keytonex is new to the S.M. Chamber and would appreciate your support! All of our products are 100% guaranteed with a full warranty. Please call or email us your makes and models to your machines today! We look forward to supplying you on your next order.
Sales@keytonex.com
Call 310-828-2207!
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Lisa Grech Coaching and Consulting
My company specializes in executive coaching/leadership development, improving teams, training, and motivational speaking. My mission is for clients to gain a competitive advantage through their talent.
Business always benefits from focused support in:
- developing leaders through executive coaching
- improving team dynamics, relationships, and communication
- engaging employees for optimal performance and retention
- re-igniting employee commitment and unleashing creativity
The services I provide mobilize and accelerate my clients’ talent, helping them succeed with ease and confidence in the complex marketplace.
Additionally, I offer individual services such as life coaching, personal growth seminars and retreats.
Lisa Grech, Chief Transformational Officer
lisa.grech@gmail.com
949-295-5567


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Innovative Disaster Solutions, (IDS)
Innovative Disaster Solutions, (IDS) was launched in January by former American Red Cross of Santa Monica CEO and 35 Red Cross disaster response veteran, John Pacheco. The company offers local businesses with innovative and practical solutions for their emergency preparedness needs. The company utilizes an extensive “network” of disaster related resources developed over 35 years to create a disaster recovery plan for individual businesses by focusing efforts on the primary functions that a business needs to get back in business after a disaster. The company offers a wide range of disaster related solutions from continuity planning to employee disaster training to disaster supplies to IT and communication needs.
Contact info
John Pacheco, CEO
310-922-2045
Jpacheco.ids@gmail.com
www.innovativedisastersolutions.com (Launches 02/12)
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Right at Home
Since 1995, Right at Home has been providing in-home care and assistance to seniors and disabled adults no matter where they call home. The service we provide is a labor of love. Our company provides trained, bonded, and insured caregivers. We offer a variety of services that are customized to each family’s needs, including: companionship/homemaking, physical assistance, hygiene, and wellness.
We provide everything from 1-hour service visits, to continuous 24-hour care. Our care plans are tailored to each person’s specific needs. We pride ourselves on matching our caregivers to meet those needs and ensuring complete customer satisfaction.
Right at Home
Tim Petlin
(310) 313-0600
timp@rahwestla.com

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Howard Management Group
Howard Management Group provides professional residential property management services in the greater Los Angeles area. We specialize in the management of Single Family Homes, Individual “Condo” Units, and Apartment Buildings ranging from 2 to 100 Units.
Howard Management Group offers full management contracts for all types of properties, with a sliding scale of negotiable fees. Each contract is tailored to your specific needs as a property owner.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss your individual property and the strategies we may implement to assist in maximizing your rental income.
Daniel Sloan
Howard Management
daniel@howardmanagement.com
310-313-0065 Ext 201

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Mesriani Law Group Description
Mesriani Law Group is your local Santa Monica law firm that offers
legal services in the areas of Personal Injury, Labor and Employment,
Social Security, and Corporate or Business representation. Established
in 2001 by Rodney Mesriani, Esq., Mesriani Law Group has established itself as a top quality law firm in Los Angeles.
We pride ourselves on giving the same level of attention to each and every
client, be it a small matter or a multi-million dollar litigation.
Mesriani Law Group is dedicated to having only the best attorneys to give their clients the very best representation.
For free consultation, call us at 310-826-6300.
Visit Mesriani Law Group website: http://www.mesrianilaw.com
Linkedin: http://linkedin/in/MesrinaiLawGroup
Facebook: http://facebook.com/MesrianiLawGroup
Google Plus: http://plus.google.com/111043532760839112355/about
Twitter: http://twitter.com/MesrianiLaw
MESRIANI LAW GROUP
510 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Tel.: (310) 826-6300 ext. 48
Direct: (310) 921-7048
Fax.: (310) 820-1258

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Zing Checkout
ZingCheckout uses the power of the internet to help grow small businesses with a web-based Point of Sale technology.
Mike Townsend:
Mike grew up in Connecticut and studied Engineering at UCONN. He has worked as a design/mechanical engineer at OSIM International in Singapore designing next generation massage chairs and at ITT Corporation in LA designing Radar Systems for the Navy's Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAV's) . He is now Co-Founder of Zing Checkout, one of the world's first web-based point-of-sale systems. Mike is also an IronMan in training.
Nate Stewart:
With 16 years of web development experience, Nate founded In-V Media in 2004—a web development & design firm. Nate had been a freelance software engineer when he had the vision for ZingCheckout over a year ago after witnessing a small business' struggle with their point-of-sale systems.
Zing Checkout
Mike Townsend
920 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(323) 425-9464
www.zingcheckout.com

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Central Parking
Central Parking is a leader in parking management with operations in 38 States and Puerto Rico. The Company’s locations include mixed-use developments, office buildings, hotels, stadiums and arenas, airports, hospitals, universities, municipalities, and toll roads.
Locally in Santa Monica, Central operates the entire City off street parking facilities, which includes 8 downtown structures, Santa Monica Place Mall garages, Public Library, Civic Center garage and Civic Auditorium lot, Annenberg Beach House, Santa Monica Pier, 16 Beach lots, 5th & Arizona lots, Mid Town lots, Main St. lots, and the City’s Bicycle Valet program; totaling 44 locations with over 13,000 parking spaces.
Central Parking System
Ernesto Rennella - General Manager
1444 4th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 576-4743
www.parking.com

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J.Nicole's Day Spa and Salon
At J.Nicole's Day Spa and Salon we are committed to providing clients with a complete spa and salon experience they'll rave about.
We feature the top of the line products that are used in our spa and salon services, such as Bumble & Bumble hair products and Obagi medical skin care. We offer Permanent Eyelash Extensions (Xtreme and Novalash), Facial and Body Waxing Services and Eyebrow and Eyelash Tinting.
Come relax in what we call our rock 'n Roll Zen environment.
J.Nicole's Day Spa and Salon
201 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 120
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 393-7947
www.jndayspa.com

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Melrose PR
Melrose PR is a boutique lifestyle Public Relations firm located at Bergamot Station, specializing in a combination of both new media and traditional PR. As a hybrid agency, Melrose PR understands the value of emerging media as well as traditional print & broadcast coverage and educates clients on the importance of their social media presence. It is this innovative approach that allows Melrose PR to help brands, from relatively unknown to already established, break through the clutter and into the global media arena, as well as consistently deliver the far-reaching and long lasting results that ultimately affect the clients’ bottom line.
Kelley Coughlan | Managing Partner
310.570.9970
kelley@melrosepr.com
tweet with us @MelrosePR

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My Lifestyle Transformation
My Lifestyle Transformation is a nutrition and lifestyle consulting company run by board-certified Nutritional Consultant and Holistic Health Practitioner, Erika Herman. With over a decade of study, research and coaching in nutrition and wellness, Erika brings to Santa Monica the following services:
- Individuals – nutrition and lifestyle coaching (weight loss/maintenance, detoxing and targeting health issues), supplements, healthy shopping, meal planning, clinical laboratory testing
- Fitness Studios, Spas, Groups & Corporations – lead seminars, health fairs, wellness program design, employee coaching, office menu planning
- Food & Supplement Industry -- consultation for product formulation, branding, marketing and communications
- Print & Online Publications -- topical writing, editing and content-development
- Yoga instruction services launching in 2012!
Past clients include many satisfied citizens of Los Angeles county, Community Corporation of Santa Monica, Exhale Spa & Studio, Playa Pilates, and Product Placement (in collaboration with manufacturers and distributors GNC, Chromadex, and OWN Network affiliates).
Erika Herman, NC, HHP
author of the forthcoming book, Eat Like a Fat*ss, Look Like a Sex God: The Untold Story of Healthy Foods
Erika@mylifestyletransformation.com
www.mylifestyletransformation.com
www.facebook.com/healthybachelorette

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Beach Barcycle
Beach Barcycle is a pedal powered tour vehicle that seats up to 17 passengers. Most frequently used for special occasions, like birthday parties, office outings, and sightseeing tours for visitors, the Beach Barcycle is completely green. It is propelled by 12 of the 17 passengers and has a solar panel that powers the lights and sound system.
While similar vehicles have been in operation in the Midwest for several years, Beach Barcycle is the first vehicle of its kind in California. The Barcycle was recently featured on KTLA Morning News with Allie Mac Kay.
Beach Barcycle
Contact: Frank Congine- Managing Director
310.796.6093
www.beachbarcycle.com
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CX Interactive
We are a group of online marketing and technology experts passionate about delivering effective online marketing campaigns for our clients. Are areas of expertise include Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Paid Search (PPC) and Mobile Marketing.
What makes us unique is that we are experienced both on the marketing as well as the technology side of things. What that means for our clients is that we can not only know how to generate more online leads and sales, but also can implement complex web development projects and Customer Relation Management Systems (CRM) that allows our clients to fully harness and manage their database of clients and prospects.
Some of our clients include Scion.com, Royal Bank of Canada as well as local clients such as Santa Monica Fertility Center.
CX Interactive
Attn: Christian Neeser
920 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90401
323.289.2626 #503
christian.neeser@cxinteractive.com
http://cxinteractive.com
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Art Dimensions Inc.
Art Dimensions Inc. is a web based art leasing and sales business specializing in the rental of contemporary art with option to buy. We deal with all media including paintings, prints, sculptures and photography and represent over 85 artists. Through our “lease with option” program 60% of one’s rental fees applies towards the purchase of the artwork. Businesses can write off the art as a business expense. The artwork has even appeared on television shows and feature films! Past clients include law firms, accounting firms, homeowners, Twentieth Century Fox, Disney Studios and CB Richard Ellis.
Art Dimensions Inc.
Whitney Rosenson
13428 Maxella Ave., Ste. 903
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(for correspondence only)
(310) 433-8934
www.artdimensionsonline.com
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Wilshire Montana Neighborhood Coalition (WILMONT)
We are long-term residents and newcomers. We are renters and homeowners. We are people of all ages. Some of us are families with children at home. Others have grown children. Many do not have children. Some of us live as families. Others live alone or with roommates.
We share an interest in this vital community.
The City of Santa Monica provides grant money to qualifying neighborhood groups, such as Wilmont. They also use these groups to foster communication with people who live here. We have input into the budget process and other processes which help shape the City. In return, we help them disseminate information on topics such as the impact of the LA Marathon in our neighborhood, including street closures, temporary changes to parking, etc.
We have monthly Board meetings and an annual general membership meeting. All meetings are open to the public, although voting is limited as described in our bylaws.
All people who live, work, or have a business in Wilmont are encouraged to participate.
Wilshire Montana Neighborhood Coalition (WILMONT)
P.O. Box 607
Santa Monica, CA 90406
(424) 216-6543
info@wilmont.org
www.wilmont.org
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Pullen Insurance Agency
The Pullen Insurance Agency is a full service insurance brokerage. Whether you are a Family seeking auto and home coverage or you are a business seeking work comp and group health, we have access to the carriers and the price points you are looking for. Being a Brokerage and having access to over 60 carriers provides several benefits for our clients: access to the best rates, access to the best products and the ability to shop the market for you.
The Pullen Insurance Agency is committed to the Santa Monica community and to the families and businesses within it. Insurance is a responsibility in everyone's life and having a knowledgeable agent and proper coverage is key. Being a client with us is gaining a friend for life!
Pullen Insurance Agency
1032 6th St., Ste. 5
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 625-4479
www.pulleninsurance.com
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LAW OFFICES OF CYNTHIA E. FRUCHTMAN
Cynthia is a successful litigator in the areas of employment, business and real estate. She takes a collaborative, productive and economical approach by helping her clients find business alternatives to litigation. Many employers and employees have issues with legal compliance, so Cynthia’s services include hiring, handbook and contract preparation, training, wage & hour reviews, investigations and prevention of discrimination and harassment claims, disability accommodations, discipline, termination and separation. Cynthia practices assisted reproduction technology law, too. Cynthia earned Martindale-Hubbells’ highest AV rating from her peers, who confirm she provides the highest standard of excellent and ethical representation.
2530 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 310
Santa Monica, CA 90403
ph: (310) 829-0678
fax: (310) 829-5923
direct: (310) 387-8791
www.fruchtmanlaw.com
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Ocean Blue Luxury Homes
Ocean Blue Luxury Homes is a residential real estate brokerage with more than 10 years experience in the neighborhoods of Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Brentwood, Bel Air and Beverly Hills. Our commitment to representing Buyers Only, assures our Buyer Clients that they will receive a straight talking, buyers advocate, who will always be on their side. We will show you how to get the Buyers Advantage and keep it. There are over 1000 Please call us at 310 310 2530 or visit us at www.oceanblueluxuryhomes.com

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Kids On Stage, Inc.
Inspiring youth and teens since 1987!
Act! Sing! Dance! Theatrics! Comedy! Video! Joy!
A premiere, award winning performing arts program inspiring youth and teens since 1987.
KOS is a community of professional, experienced artists and educators dedicated to bring out the best in each actor. Actors develop their own creative ideas, find their voice, problem solve, brainstorm, build self-confidence and collaborate in an safe, age-appropriate, joyful and enriching environment. Everyone has a voice.
Novice to advanced programs. Programs are in Santa Monica, Culver City and through out Los Angeles
Services include: Classes • Camps • Parties • Events/Fundraiser • School Enrichment • Industry Management/Casting
Kids on Stage
Beth Galanty-Blaney
PO Box 3664
Santa Monica, CA 90408
(310) 314-0035
www.kidsonstage.com
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iTrip
iTrip.net is a web-based company that has revolutionized the way people book vacations, making the process easy and stress free. Due to our forward thinking and advanced online booking engine, we're able to provide quality vacation rentals at a lower price than the competition. You're saving time and money with our vacation rental deals when you book with iTrip.net.
Adam Schwartz
iTrip – Santa Monica, CA
(310) 331-8429 local
(800) 338-5103 toll free
(310) 331-8437 fax
adam@itrip.net
www.itrip.net
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Sherwin-Williams
For more than 140 years, Sherwin-Williams has provided contractors, builders, property managers, architects and designers with the trusted products they need to build their business and satisfy customers. Reducing our impact on the environment. Helping the neighborhoods where we live. Creating a workplace that is safe and diverse. These are our challenges. As a company, we are meeting them in big ways. Plus, with more than 3,300 stores and 1,400 sales representatives across North America, personal service and expertise is always near job-sites.
Sherwin-Williams
816 Pico Blvd., Ste. 8600
Santa Monica, CA 90405
O: (310) 399-0157
F: (310) 399-0491
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SMC Associates
Now in its 30th year, the SMC Associates is a community-based support group for Santa Monica College. It brings outstanding speakers, performers and special events to the campus in order to enhance the educational experience and enrich campus and community life. SMC Associates events are open to everyone interested and generally free of charge. Associates supporters come from all parts of our business and residential community, understanding the value of the college as a rich resource for the Westside. Memberships and sponsorships are open to everyone. We invite you to visit the website at www.smc.edu/Associates and get involved with us.
Judy Neveau
Director of Community Relations
Santa Monica College
1900 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 434-4303
www.smc.edu/Associates

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Eric Horst
Private Client Advisor
I am a Private Client Advisor with HUB International Insurance Services, Inc. I offer an extensive insurance portfolio with a straightforward approach to a thorough coverage analysis & placement plus annual reviews and renewals. Along with time in the insurance field, my background includes 8 years in the mortgage industry as a mortgage planner. I understand a client’s dependency on proper advice for guidance, efficient management and execution of the job at hand, protecting their personal and financial assets.
HUB specializes in the following Insurance/Risk Management areas:
Homeowner, Automobile, Valuable Articles, Family Office exposures, Aircraft and large Yachts, Personal Excess Liability
HUB International Insurance Services, Inc.
700 S. Flower Street, Ste. 1520
Los Angeles, CA. 90017
Direct Dial: (213) 996-4010
Fax: (213) 996-4001
Email: Eric.Horst@HUBInternational.com
www.hubinternational.com
License # 0G47015

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YOUnique Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Youssef is a Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeon and expert in Laser LipoSculpture, Transumbilical Breast Augmentation, Tummy Tuck, Eyelid surgery, Botox treatments, advanced filler injections, and the latest in facial rejuvenation.
It is our Philosophy at Younique Cosmetic Surgery that cosmetic surgery is a special combination of Science and Art. As a medical specialty, it needs to be held to the same level of professionalism, caring, and ethics as any other medical discipline. As an art it requires a surgeon that possesses the artistic ability to be able to recognize beauty and know how to create a natural and aesthetically pleasing result.
We look forward to helping all our patients achieve their cosmetic goals.
YOUnique Cosmetic Surgery
1551 Ocean Ave. #200
Santa Monica, CA. 90401
310-434-0044 O
310-434-0099 F

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IT Chair
ITC is an internet marketing company headquartered in Los Angeles, but our services are utilized by a wide range of clients all around the world. Their success is our success, so we take a personal invested interest in any project we decide to undertake.
The eight years ITC has been in business have established us as a first-rate firm, comprised of a team filled with individuals of only the highest caliber. We assist our clients to grow their web presence using a combination of the standard methods and the unique reverse engineering techniques that we are currently in the process of patenting.
For a free assessment of your website please contact:
Brad Frank
Account Manager
IT Chair, Inc.
Tel. (310) 531-4106
Fax (310) 860-0462
www.itchair.com
6404 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 850
Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Broadreach Capital Partners
Broadreach Capital Partners (http://www.broadreachcp.com), a real estate investment firm with locations in Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco, CA, St. Louis, MO and Edwards, CO, invests in a variety of commercial, mixed-use and land properties in the western United States and lodging-related properties on a broader geographic basis. The company focuses on opportunities where it can create significant value by capitalizing on the team’s core competencies; including opportunistic acquisitions, operational excellence, strategic asset repositioning, and select development activity. Broadreach manages over $1 billion of equity through its series of discretionary real estate funds. In 2006, the company added a team from Maritz, Wolff & Co. to pursue lodging related investments throughout the United States and abroad.
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BLANKSPACES
Entrepreneurs, freelancers, consultants, small business owners and independent professionals in and around Santa Monica are about to enter a new phase of productivity with the opening of BLANKSPACES Santa Monica, the largest coworking space in greater Los Angeles, located at 1450 2nd Street. BLANKSPACES was conceived by licensed architect Jerome Chang, whose vision was to design a supportive work environment that encourages professional freedom and stimulates business growth through collaboration and networking opportunities.
The new 7,500 square foot location features high-end architectural design and Steelcase furniture in private offices, open workstations, communal Work Bar and the collaborative media:scape Lounge. Membership types vary from Full-time, Part-time, and Virtual. Parking is available within 1 block, and office hours are convenient to every work schedule. Monday-Thursday: 8am-10pm; Friday: 8am-8pm; Saturday-Sunday: 10am-6pm. For more information, go to www.blankspaces.com.
BLANKSPACES
Jerome Chang
1450 2nd St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-526-2255
www.blankspaces.com

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Pure Sense by Paula
Pure Sense by Paula, owner, Paula Naples announces their exciting new location on Montana Avenue between 7th and Lincoln. Situated in the Piazza Montana at 729 Montana Avenue,her store is unique to the area and offers the areas only all natural blending bar, along with many other bath and body products, as well as hand poured soy candles and other goodies.”All my products are handcrafted in small batches to ensure freshness and that personal touch.,” Paula says., adding, “I wanted to bring a really great experience to this wonderful shopping district and provide custom service and a product line that is unsurpassed.”
Using only the best ingredients Paula and her staff will help you create a most distinctive and personal body care or home fragrance product for you with your input.” I want you to come in and let me help you indulge yourself in a most wonderful way.
Pure Sense by Paula uses no alcohol, mineral oil,petroleum products and no animal testing. They also do wholesale, private label and corporate gifts with your logo.
Phone number of store:818-760-0226
www.puresensebypaula.com
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Exclusive Sedan Service (ESS)
Exclusive Sedan Service (ESS) is recognized internationally as a leader in the Luxury Ground Transportation Industry being 2007, 2009 and 2010 Operator of the Year both by LCT and Ford Motor Company. With an array of transportation options - limos, sedans, vans and buses we also provide jets and helicopters. After 31 years, Exclusive’s reputation is built anew each day – integrity, trust and commitment are infused into every customer interaction worldwide.
ESS provides professional chauffeurs for the highest quality service for corporate vehicle service, special events, motion picture services and air transportation.
ESS has third party verified Greenhouse Gas Emissions measurement reporting to verify our environmental commitment.
Mary Ternay
Regional Sales Manager
Exclusive Sedan Service Worldwide
Office (818) 765-7311 / Fax (818) 765-0183
12580 Saticoy St
North Hollywood, Ca 91605
www.exclusivesedan.com
Mary@exclusivesedan.com
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GoSteals
Our goal is to empower local businesses and their customers—and help them break the grip of the current daily deal players. By using GoSteals, businesses gain free exposure, new customers, and keep all the revenue generated in the process. Customers have free access to a wide range of great deals, which they can reserve at no cost and no financial risk. We believe this is the future of online deals—and stand poised to lead the industry forward.
GoSteals
Nick Barkett
620 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 307
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(978) 304-2072
www.gosteals.com
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Moxie Beads
Welcome to Moxie Beads. We have been offering high-end beads, findings, supplies, parties and classes since 2002 in So Cal. We take enormous pride in the quality of our staff, components and classes, and we know that you'll find lots to love here. We also know very well that outstanding customer service is THE most important item that we can offer. Our staff and management will settle for nothing less.
We feature a fantastic selection of all sizes, shapes and colors of semi-precious stones, cabochons and freshwater pearls. A large collection of Czech glass, vintage German glass, Swarovski crystals, and Lucite await you. You will see all the sterling silver, silver-filled, copper, gold-filled, and brass findings, and dozens of chains you would need. An ever changing collection of eye-catching pendants, a wide variety of shells and carvings, and a complete line of books, tools and supplies await you.
We offer you a complete array of beading, wirework, knotting, soldering, enameling and metalwoking classes from enthusiastic and accomplished teachers that many of you know and love.
Moxie on Main - Your new Santa Monica beading destination. Denise & Randy invite you to stop in for a visit. You will not be disappointed...
Randy Foster
Moxie Beads
2200 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 452-1999
www.santamonicabeads.com
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Naam Yoga® LA
Healing and Research Center - A Spiritual Oasis
Located in beautiful Santa Monica, CA, one block from Third Street Promenade, Naam Yoga LA is a yoga, meditation, research and healing center. Our spacious 7000 square foot venue offers cathartic sun-drenched studios, private healing rooms, a Naam Lounge, Naam Boutique, a gracious communal area, and a heart and health-inspired array of yoga classes and therapeutic programs.
By making available the timeless art and science of Naam Yoga in its myriad of forms, our goal is to help people of all physical and economic capacities achieve permanent self-healing, with a unique emphasis on community and raising global consciousness. Universally inspired, the center also offers a wide range of yoga disciplines, Universal Kabbalah workshops, Harmonyum healing, acupuncture, dance and movement classes, Pilates, massage, teacher training programs, lectures and much, much more.
Naam Yoga LA is as much about helping the community as it is about self-healing, which is why several of our classes and community programs are provided free of charge. It is our belief that true healing takes into account the physical, emotional, and mental nature of mankind, and at Naam Yoga LA we strive to provide the quickest and most effective modalities of healing currently available.
Naam Yoga LA
Jane Mirshak, Executive Director
1231-35 4th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90025
(917) 282-0687
www.naamyoga.com
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1st Century Bank
1st Century Bank is a premium service business bank focused on providing community bank relationships with big bank technologies and services. The bank was founded in 2004, by a group of West Los Angeles entrepreneurs and professionals with a strong belief in delivering a new standard of relationship banking, built on the core principles of personal service, accessibility, responsiveness, and teamwork. We are a community bank dedicated to serving professionals, closely-held and family-owned businesses, entrepreneurs and high net worth individuals by restoring the personal element into the banking experience.
To learn more about 1st Century Bank, visit our website at www.1cbank.com.
Dave Comfort
Regional Vice President
1st Century Bank
1148 4th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310.270.9517 (w)
310.486.6752 (c)
MEMBER FDIC
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Industry Partners
Industry Partners (www.industrypartners.com) is an entrepreneurial real estate services firm specializing in the representation of landlords, tenants, and developers, with a particular focus on creative work environments and adaptive reuse projects in Santa Monica and across LA's Westside. The firm offers real estate brokerage, investment advisory, development and construction management services that consider a return on value and investment at every level of a project.
BRETT VORIS, PARTNER
INDUSTRY PARTNERS
LICENSE No.01872834
3000 OLYMPIC BOULEVARD
SANTA MONICA CALIFORNIA 90404
T 310 395 5151 M 310 869 3211
BROKER LICENSE No.01900833
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Bel-Air Bay Club
Built in 1927 as a "country place by the sea" for the burgeoning Los Angeles leisure class, Bel-Air Bay Club is an exquisite blend of classical elegance and Southern California ease.
Centrally located between Santa Monica and Malibu, Bel-Air Bay Club offers breathtaking scenery and the luxury of an ocean side estate at your fingertips - perfect for any event or occasion.
Bel-Air Bay Club - Upper Clubhouse
16801 Pacific Coast Highway
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Chris Kamps-Silver
Tel 310.230.4705
ckamps-silver@belairbayclub.com
www.belairbayclub.com

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California Monster salads - GRAND OPENING!!
A healthy alternative for a fast pace life. This restaurant features 10 signature salads that makes it hard for you to choose which one you want to try first or Create your own that is guaranteed a winner, Than top it off with their low calorie count homemade dressings that will make your mouth water and tantalize you to come back for more. They take pride in their nutritional ingredients without compromising that delicious taste. Come in and try their exclusive creation “The salad cone” your choice of salad in a sweet or savory artisan bread, or on the side with your salad.
Remember you’ll need to sample their amazing freshly juiced Kale lemonade, Cucumber Mint, or 2 other juices of the week. Yum!
310-587-2523 (58-SALAD)
Deliveries Available!
Visit them at:
411 Santa Monica Blvd
10:00am – 8pm 7 days a week
californiamonstersalads.com
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Media Policy Center
Media Policy Center (www.mediapolicycenter.org), a non-profit production studio, explores issues of public policy, education, healthcare, democracy & governance, community, civic engagement and the sustainable environment. MPC produces innovative film, public television, print, and digital media.
Co-Presidents Harry Wiland and Dale Bell’s productions have won an Academy Award (“Woodstock”) and five Emmys. Its Going To Green won SM Public Library’s Green Prize for Sustainable Literature (2010).
Projects include Designing Healthy Communities Series, hosted by Dr. Richard Jackson, Chairman/Professor of UCLA’s School of Public Health (January 2012). In development is a public television special celebrating the 20th anniversary of Santa Monica’s Green Charter.

Media Policy Center
2932 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 203
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Phone: (310) 828-2966
Fax: (310) 828- 2157
www.mediapolicycenter.org
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Seamus D. McDonald - Pre-Paid Legal Independent Associate
Have you ever wanted to ask a legal question, but had no where to turn? Do you wish you could talk to a lawyer about that Auto Accident? Are you concerned that Identity Theft is the fastest growing crime in America? PPL members have access to professional legal counsel not only for traditional legal problems, but for everyday events such as buying a house or a car, creating a will, handling a problem with an insurance company, dealing with identity theft restoration, and much more! For Pre-Paid Legal members, access to legal counsel is only a toll-free phone call away.
Seamus D. McDonald
Pre-Paid Legal Independent Associate
mcdonald.ppl@gmail.com
310-245-1925

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A New Movement in Wellness
As one of Southern California’s premier private health and wellness centers, UpRise Classical Pilates & Acupuncture is committed to helping its clients change their body through the practices of Classical Pilates and Acupuncture. UpRise offers Pilates and Acupuncture programs that are individually tailored to physically transform each client into a more vibrant, healthier person. By customizing a Pilates and/or Acupuncture program to an individual, UpRise is able to target specific areas and health issues that not only help sculpt the body into peak condition, but increase energy, beauty, and internal health. Our approach at UpRise is unique in that we are wholly focused on the combination of these two holistic modalities. The unique synergy of these two practices bring your health back into balance and help you achieve renewed strength and vitality. Pilates and Acupuncture combined have the restorative, transformative, healing power that can change your life. In other words, once you begin one of our programs you will look and feel amazing.

929 Montana Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 899-9591
www.uprisewellness.com
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Hackney Heating & Cooling Inc.
Providing 24hr, 7-day service and installation!
Hackney Inc, is a BBB accredited contractor with an A+ rating for over 20 years, NATE certified technicians providing you with expert service and advice for all residential and commercials HVAC systems.
We are paperless, and our service techs carrier hand held's for invoicing and they receive all payment types. We will email an invoice at completion of service. If you're just looking for information you can contact Drew Hackney the C.E.O for any questions or concerns.
Drew Hackney
Cell 310-461-4358, office 1-855-422-5639
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ESP Wellness Center
At ESP Wellness Center we created a calm, nurturing environment where you achieve a higher level of wellness. At ESP you receive the most out of your fitness time through classes and programs created specifically for you. We offer classical Pilates, yoga, meditation, rebounding, TRX and personal training, a far infrared sauna, nutritional counseling, and personalized bodywork to make sure you rejuvenate, relax, and restore. ESP prides itself on individual attention, private sessions, and small group classes for the most effective workouts. Everyone finds something different at ESP. Come experience our space for yourself and find your own ESP.
ESP Wellness Center
625 Montana Avenue
Santa Monica, CA, 90403
(310) 260-0066
Info@espwellnesscenter.com
www.espwellnesscenter.com
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Joffe Emergency Services
Joffe Emergency Services is an all-in-one provider of emergency response training, event safety, and disaster supplies individuals and corporations throughout the country.
If you need CPR, First Aid, BLS, or Fire & Safety training for your staff; if you would like expert EMTs and paramedics at your next event; or if you have made the choice to protect your home or office with AEDs, first aid kits, or earthquake readiness kits, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 310.525.6333.
We'd love to partner with you to save lives.
Phone: 310.525.6333
Website: www.Joffeemergencyservices.com
Email: chris@joffeemergencyservices.com
Mailing Address:
1823 12th Street, Suite 5
Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Mamta Dalwani, D.D.S.
Center for Holistic Dentistry
Mamta Dalwani, D.D.S., who has practiced dentistry in the Los Angeles area for the past eight years, completed the acquisition of the Center for Holistic Dentistry in April. Dalwani believes in a positive, stress-free dental environment and offers bio-compatible restorative products, along with a capable staff of holistic practitioners to help the body heal naturally. Known as a skilled and sensitive artisan, she realizes that confidence in one’s smile is important, personally and professionally, so she seeks to provide the best health care.
Center for Holistic Dentistry
12381 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 103
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 207-4617
holisticdds@gmail.com
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PNC Mortgage
PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank, NA,
Cynthia Rockwell as Loan Officer, serving as a key contact for residential loans in Los Angeles. She can be contacted at 310-467-5187 or by email at Cynthia.Rockwell@pncmortgage.com
Cynthia Rockwell has 20 years of experience in the mortgage industry and an expertise in helping families and individuals find the right home financing to fit their needs and long-term goals. Cynthia is a long time resident of Santa Monica and is an active member of the Santa Monica Breakfast Club (non-profit) and other various local organizations.
PNC Mortgage provides a wide variety of borrowing options for first-time home buyers, buyers moving to a larger residence, homeowners looking to refinance, or homeowners wanting a second home.
The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (www.pnc.com) is one of the nation’s largest diversified financial services organizations providing retail and business banking; residential mortgage banking; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management.
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Synergy KMC
Synergy Consulting is a well-established consulting firm that has been in business locally in Santa Monica for the past 11 years. Synergy has emerged as a multi-faceted business management company specializing in accounting, bookkeeping, business management, tax preparation and merchant services. We are founded on the principle of creating personal relationships with every client, while offering financial and business management services. What our clients value is not only limited to our experience in accounting/bookkeeping but our personable approach with them and their businesses. Synergy’s main mission is to establish a long term working relationship with our clients and contribute to their growth and success. For more information on our services please contact us or stop by our office for more information.
Patrick Sims
Synergy KMC
2922 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Ph: 310.450.3003
Fax: 310.450.3232
Patrick@synergyconsulting.info
www.synergyconsulting.info
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The Northern Trust Open
The Northern Trust Open is one of the longest-running tournaments on the PGA TOUR. This tournament provides a platform for all in the community to experience one of the region’s premier professional sporting events. The 2011 event, at Riviera Country Club, raised $1.6 million for non-profit organizations in the Los Angeles area, bringing the total generated for Los Angeles charities since the event’s inception to nearly $53 million. This mission to support local organizations sets the PGA TOUR apart from other professional sports organizations. For information on hospitality packages for your business, or to get involved, please contact:
James Jackson
PGA TOUR / Northern Trust Open
jamesjackson@pgatourhq.com
310-573-5807
www.northerntrustopen.com
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LocalYap
LocalYap is all about connecting you and the people most likely to frequent your establishment: the locals. And how do we do it? Not by sending more email to their junk folders. We send short and direct text messages to their cell phones. No app. required.
We're all about hyper-fast and über-efficient direct-to-customer marketing. To this end, we've established a great opt-in system that allows your customers to receive instant notifications when you want to get in touch with them at a moment's notice. It's great for quick sales, reservations, birthdays, and a host of other things. We're here to help them get through your front door!
Why Wait? You can directly communicate with your customers at all times; 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We can get your campaign setup and ready-to-go in minutes with any one of our affordable plans. Contact LocalYap today! http://www.localyap.com
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Performance Science Training Institute Los Angeles
The Performance Science Training Institute Los Angeles (PSTI LA), founded and operated by former professional and Division One athletes, provides clients with the attention-to-detail and care given to elite athletes. We offer a variety of services to meet all of your fitness and training needs, including:
- Adult Fitness Boot Camps based on the unique training philosophy of our patented Cardio Resistance Core (CRC) System. Our dynamic, original total-body workouts use an exciting combination of fat burning, muscle toning, and core strengthening exercises that help our clients break through their fitness boundaries to look and feel their best! We also offer personal fitness training for adults (Boot Camps in Santa Monica, Culver City, Venice and West LA).
- Speed, Agility, and Explosive Movement Training for athletes of all sports and age groups. Our Youth Training Programs are run by current and former Division One athletes who work directly with individuals and teams, helping them to compete at a higher level, outlasting and outperforming the competition.
Contact us today for special chamber member discounts on our boot camps and training programs. We look forward to building a lifelong relationship with you through health and fitness!
Chris Chinn
Certified Personal Trainer
Tel: (650) 759 2390
chris@thepstila.com
www.thepstila.com
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House Call Doctor Los Angeles
House Call Doctor Los Angeles is a concierge mobile medical practice providing affordable high quality comprehensive medical care at your home, office, or hotel 24/7. Dr. Michael Farzam is a board certified physician who is trained and equipped to diagnose and treat most acute and chronic medical problems. This is a great service for person's who would like the convenience of being cared for in the comfort of their own home, are either too busy, too sick, or don't have time to go to the doctor's offices for urgent care and primary care issues. Dr. Farzam is usually at your location in one hour or less. House Call Doctor Los Angeles is a fully mobile clinic performing all office-based procedures in the home (i.e. rapid strep testing, urinalysis, pregnancy testing, injectables, vaccinations, lab testing, ultrasounds, x-rays, EKG, and much more). Corporate wellness and Concierge annual fee plans are also available. Call anytime for more information!
Michael Farzam MD
House Call Doctor Los Angeles
Phone: 310-849-7991
Fax: 310-693-2528
Email: info@HouseCallDoctorLA.com
www.HouseCallDoctorLA.com
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Mom Corps
Kate Pletcher is Principal and Co-Owner of the Los Angeles franchise of Mom Corps, a national staffing and search firm that specializes in connecting companies in need of on-demand employees with experienced professionals seeking flexible work. As the name suggests, Mom Corps was originally founded to serve women who left the workforce to raise families and wanted to return on a part-time or project basis or who were working full-time and were seeking access to greater flexibility; however, the need for flexibility has become universal, and they have found both men and individuals at different stages in their careers turning to Mom Corps for placement in contract, temporary, part-time, or full-time flexible positions.
Most of the positions they fill are for professionals such as CPAs, Attorneys, MBAs, Marketing, Human Resources, IT and Sales Specialists... a couple of examples of recent placements here in the Los Angeles area are:
- A law firm downtown that took on a big litigation case and needed to staff-up, but didn't need to had full-time headcount added an experienced litigation attorney from Mom Corps to work 30-35 hours/week
- A CPG company in OC had a Brand Manager go on maternity leave and we provided an interim Manager for the 4-month leave
- A small VC firm in Hancock Park needed a Bookkeeper for their firm and a few of their portfolio companies, but didn't need a full-time staff, so we provided a very experienced 10-hour/week Bookkeeper
Prior to launching Mom Corps Los Angeles, Kate most recently served as Director of Global Brand Licensing for Skechers USA, sourcing and managing licensing programs on behalf of the $2 billion brand around the world. During college, she founded the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Madison, WI which has grown to become one of the city’s premier annual, signature events. Kate received her BA in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin and her MBA from UCLA Anderson. She serves on the Advisory Board of SPARK, provides sales workshops for a number of individuals and institutions, and is an active member of a number of Los Angeles community organizations including Step Up, Bruin Professionals, NAWMBA, and now the Santa Monica Chamber! She lives in Venice, CA with her husband Erik and dog Kirby.
Kate Pletcher
Principal, Mom Corps Los Angeles
kpletcher@momcorps.com
www.momcorpsla.com
p. 888.438.8122 x 226
f. 810-539-6486
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Dennis Finn Photography
The photographs taken by Dennis Finn tell more than a thousand words. They are, unquestionably, the product of a master in cutting-edge media. From the United States to Europe and Asia, Finn's work in photography and cinematography has captured the world with a talent found in very few artists. Indeed, his work using the latest in film / digital technology and computer graphics have garnered him an impressive list of clients and numerous awards.
His ability to understand the needs of talents such as Shirley Maclaine, Eva La Rue, Edward James Olmos and Hans Zimmer are more than apparent in his work. “I thank you for those wonderful pictures. Everyone I've spoken to is thrilled about your Beverly Hills 213 cover shot. Naturally, so am I.” -- Warren Cowan (publicist to Aaron Spelling, Paul Newman, Kirk Douglas, Elizabeth Taylor, David Hasselhoff, and Jack Valenti.) “I derive the most satisfaction from creating a place with an atmosphere, from something very little, add beautiful lighting, and placing that person within to bring out their inner qualities,” Finn says regarding his success. “Once that expression is found, it not only tells you a story, but it’s timeless.”
Satisfied Clients: City of Santa Monica, Big Blue Bus, MTA, Beverly Hills [213] magazine, ABC General Hospital, Warner Brothers; Paramount Pictures; Universal Studios; Sony Television; and more.
DENNIS FINN PHOTOGRAPHY
www.filmeye.com
310-280-0884
310-500-7006 cell
dcfinn@filmeye.com
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Bruce R. Weinstein
CA Insurance License #0796384
Financial Advisor- Fraser Financial Group/Mass Mutual Financial Group
Preparing for that next step in life is never easy. My combination of 20 years in the financial services industry, professionalism and access to a wide variety of products and services can help one meet their financial goals, estate strategies, asset accumulation and insurance needs. Whether one is preparing for retirement, college planning or looking to protect their family against unforeseen events like death, disability or long term care expenses, I can help.
At the same time I've got valuable experience in helping professionals, small businesses and self employed individuals save for the future, business continuation strategies, employee retention programs (401k, SEP, SIMPLE IRA, etc).
Contact me to discuss your financial future.
I am a registered representative of and offer securities through MML Investor Services, Inc. member SIPC. Supervisory address 8383 Wilshire Blvd., ste 600 Beverly Hills, Ca. 90211-2425 (323) 965-6300.
Cell: (310) 721-5754
Email: bweinstein@financialguide.com
Website: www.FraserFinancialGroup.com
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Landa's Painting Co.
Landa's Painting Co. offers painting services including: interior & exterior, drywall repair, stucco repair, and acustic removal. Both commercial and residential services. Registered with BBB and lead certified.
Pedro Landa
PH: (310) 848-4180
Fax: (877) 905-9366
landaspainting@yahoo.com
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USTA - Farmers Classic
The USTA/Southern California Section is one of the 17 sections of the United States Tennis Association. The USTA is a not-for-profit organization committed to promoting the game of tennis by offering quality recreational and competitive programs for people of all ages and abilities. Comprising Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties, the SCTA is one of the the USTA’s smallest sections, in terms of actual area. However, the Southern California section is one of the largest contributors of tennis talent and innovative programming. The highlight of our year occurs every July with the Farmers Classic presented by Mercedes-Benz, owned and presented by the USTA/Southern California section.
Andrea Falkenheimer
Farmers Classic Tournament
USTA Southern California Section (SCTA)
www.farmersclassic.com
andrea@farmersclassic.com
(518) 265-3825
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Vet 2 u LA
Vet 2 u LA is a mobile veterinary practice operating in West Los Angeles County. We provide experienced, modern veterinary care in a traditional house call setting. Our goal is to provide comfort and compassion to our clients as well as convenience for our clients.
We offer a full ranges of services designed to care for your pet throughout its life. For puppies and kittens, we offer comprehensive packages that include all vaccinations, deworming’s and laboratory tests necessary for your new family member. For adult animals we offer yearly health examinations complete with any vaccinations and laboratory tests that are needed. For older animals we recommend more frequent examinations and laboratory testing tailored to that specific patient’s needs.
We can also manage some illnesses and injuries in the house call setting. If careful evaluation determines that hospitalization or more extensive diagnostic tests are required, we work with hospitals and clinics in the area to provide the inpatient services that you need. We can also arrange to transport your pet to the facility for you.
For the very elderly and those patients with long standing diseases, we offer hospice care with reduced prices for multiple reevaluations. We can also send a technician to your home to help with home care. When it is time for euthanasia, we are here to help you with all aspects of that difficult decision.
Dr. Karen Heard has been practicing veterinary medicine in the Los Angeles area for thirty years. For the last fifteen years she has been living and practicing on the Westside. She received her BA from the University of Pennsylvania and her DVM from the University of Florida. She looks forward to continuing to help people keep their pets healthy and happy in the individualized house call setting.
Vet 2 u LA
Karen Heard
2801 Ocean Park Blvd., Ste. 230
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 581-8382
vet2ula@yahoo.com
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Advantage Plus Agency
Advantage Plus Agency operates three different businesses under one-roof:
· Advantage Plus Caregivers, a caregiver agency that provide in – home care
· Advantage Plus Nurses, a nurse registry for clinical staffing
· Advantage Plus Medical Supplies, an outlet for medical supplies and equipment at wholesale prices
All of which compliments each other with the goal providing a full range of care-giving services; including assisting your elderly, helping those needing rehabilitation, supervising your children or caring for your newborns. In addition we specialize in catastrophic cases. Emergency and after-hours counselors are on-call 24-hours a day to serve you!
✤ What you can expect from our caregivers ✤
❤ CPR and First Aid Certifications
❤ Live Scan Background Check
❤ Proper Identification
❤ References
❤ Compassion
❤ Dedication
❤ Honesty
❤ Skills and Knowledge
❤ Professionalism
Rita Abraham
Marketing Director
Advantage Plus Agency
www.AdvantagePlusAgency.com

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SMC Pharmacy
At SMC Pharmacy, we offer a variety of organic vitamins, homeopathic drugs, and European skin care and beauty products. We are a neighborhood pharmacy offering friendly and professional traditional pharmacy services with a state-of-the-art compounding laboratory; using the art and science of compounding to allow our esteemed pharmacists to work with the prescriber to customize a medication to meet the patient’s specific needs. Our commitment is to provide outstanding customer service and care by offering patrons the opportunity to choose how they would like to approach their own health care, whether it be traditional pharmaceuticals or holistic, in a most stress-free environment.
SMC Pharmacy
1908 Santa Monica Blvd. Suite 4
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Tel: 310-315-9999
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Madhurima Rao, M.D.
Ayurveda – Western Family Medicine
Madhurima Rao, M.D. is an expert in Ayurveda, the fastest growing health care system in the U.S., and Western Family Medicine. Ayurveda is a 5,000 year old herb-based medicine from India, recently introduced to the West. Dr. Rao trained at Harbor UCLA (1996) and her practice is located within the reputable Access Medical Group. She began her study in Ayurveda in 1992 with one of India’s leading Ayurvedic physicians. Dr. Rao began combining Ayurveda and Western Family Medicine in 2001. While she treats the whole family, she has a special interest in women’s and children’s health.
Southern California Center For Integrative Medicine
4644 Lincoln Blvd., Ste. 112
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Tel (310) 578-1062
Fax (310) 306-4488
www.DrMadhuRao.com
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The Greenstation
The Greenstation is the equipment and certification specialist for a rapidly growing sustainable-landscape industry. The Greenstation offers landscape consulting services and referrals to eco-friendly gardening companies. Additionally, we offer outdoor maintenance equipment that reflects the newest and most reliable cordless electric alternatives suitable for both residential and semi-commercial use.
The Greenstation is committed to community enrichment, to protecting our environment, and growing the economy. We blend these three elements to bring back a better quality of life to our communities and neighborhoods.
Take a more sustainable and intelligent approach to property maintenance. The Greenstation is here for all of your alternative lawn and garden needs.
www.thegreenstationla.com
info@thegreenstationla.com
(866) 466-4652
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AmeriCare Ambulance Service
AmeriCare Ambulance Service offers a full line of transportation options including Wheelchair, Basic Life Support, Paramedic, Critical Care RN, Respiratory Therapist and Neonatal Transports. AmeriCare has continued to expand throughout Southern California and offers exceptional emergent and non-emergent transport services. Our company is widely respected and accepted in the Healthcare Industry. AmeriCare recognizes the challenges facing today’s Healthcare Industry and offers to join with you to meet those challenges.
AmeriCare Ambulance Service offers transportation solutions for today’s dynamic Healthcare Industry and would like to stress that AmeriCare has made a Corporate Commitment to this understanding.
AmeriCare MedServices, Inc.
Brett Selter
1059 E. Bedmar St.
Carson, CA 90746
www.americare.org
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Lighthouse Medical Missions
Since 1998 Lighthouse Medical Missions has been conducting short-term medical missions providing relief to the people of Western Africa who are suffering from poverty, injustice and civil conflict. Led by Santa Monica pediatrician Dr. Bob Hamilton, teams of volunteer doctors, nurses and lay people have served over 50,000 people on 18 Missions to 8 different countries. The premier fundraiser for Lighthouse Medical Missions is Walk To Africa, the last Saturday in June, an 8 mile walk-a-thon’s through the streets of Santa Monica to raise funds and awareness to continue our trips and develop long term medical facilities and relief for African people.
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True Food Kitchen
True Food Kitchen is an innovative eatery developed in partnership with Fox Restaurant Concepts and best-selling author Dr. Andrew Weil. Under the guidance of Chef Michael Stebner, True Food Kitchen offers a globally inspired, seasonal menu appealing to anyone seeking a more balanced lifestyle. True Food Kitchen celebrates high quality, locally and regionally sourced ingredients to create a pure, simple menu that tastes great while nourishing mind, body and spirit.
395 Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica, CA 90401
P: 310.593.8300
www.truefoodkitchen.com
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Santa Monica Boosters.com Newsletter
Anyone who lives, works or plays in Santa Monica is invited to become a member of the Santa Monica Boosters Club. Members earn a certificate suitable for framing, city support labels for your window and winshield, and published recognition 12 times a month in the Santa Monica Boosters Newsletter Hall of Fame.
The Santa Monica Boosters internet Newsletter is published twice a week covering everything worthwhile in and about Santa Monica. Features off the beaten path exclusive news information, links to every important Santa Monica internet site and dozens of exclusive features.
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ERCKENERGY
Martin Erck has been involved in LED lighting consulting for several years and has serviced clients of all types in reducing lighting energy costs. These LED products have been used in hotels, restaurants, parking structures, office buildings and outdoor lighting of all types with proven results. Mr. Erck works with both domestic and foreign manufacturers to provide clients with the proper product and pricing to achieve optimum light solutions and returns on investment.
Martin Erck
martinerck@gmail.com
310 779-5559
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Santa Monica College Alumni Association
Whether you enrolled in one class or graduated with an associate’s degree or certificate, you are an alum of SMC! The Alumni Association also welcomes current and former College employees, family, and supporters. SMC, with its long tradition of academic excellence, has provided thousands of individuals with successful stepping stones to transfer to four-year institutions, and for professional development and personal enrichment.
By becoming a member of the SMCAA on you can stay connected to the College. The Association is here to support lifelong learning programs, social and networking events, and volunteer and mentor opportunities.
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GoldSilver.com
Based in the heart of Santa Monica, GoldSilver.com specializes in the instruction of bullion investing, providing world-class gold and silver dealer services. Our book, Guide to Investing in Gold and Silver, is the #1 selling precious metals investment book of all time! Please use discount Referral Code: 1129BuyLocalSaveBig and protect your wealth from the ongoing value collapse of the US dollar. Learn More >
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The Coffee Connection
The Coffee Connection (www.WestsideCoffeeConnection.com) is a non-profit coffee house serving the finest coffees, teas, espresso drinks, frappes & pastries. At the Coffee Connection, you can connect with your...
Coffee: a discerning selection of organic coffees & teas
Community: indoor cafe & private outdoor courtyard with great ambiance for solo time & gatherings
Cyberspace: free wi-fi
Co-workers: catered, hi-tech meeting room ideal for business gatherings
Commute: large lot on the SE corner of Centinela & Venice (cafe entrance is half-block south on Centinela) provides easy access to cafe while on the go
Creativity: calendared evenings devoted to the arts
Cause: only fair-trade coffee & active contribution directly to our surrounding community
Creation: shade-grown coffee & cafe promoting maximized environmental friendliness
Coffee Connection
3838 S. Centinela Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-1380
www.WestsideCoffeeConnection.com
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LEAF Lifestyle, Inc.
LEAF offers health and wellness services for those who need added efficiency and effectiveness in their physical lifestyles. Our world-class trainers and lifestyle specialists utilize the latest research in medical and fitness sciences, while supplementing that information with many years of experience in the field. Whatever your goals may be, we will help you accomplish them with the appropriate mixture of a training regiment, nutritional advice, and lifestyle consulting. In addition to that, we specialize in corporate wellness by implementing proactive lifestyles to improve productivity.
LEAF Lifestyle, Inc.
1617 Broadway St., Ste. C
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 707-1772
www.leaflifestyle.com
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PermaCity Solar
As Senior VP of Sales and marketing, Herb Mendelsohn is PermaCity Solar’s longest employee. PermaCity is your Local Solar Power company. PermaCity will be installing solar power on all (9) SMMUSD elementary schools in 2011. PermaCity is the only solar company which has been a vendor for Solar Santa Monica since the beginning of Solar Santa Monica. Permacity has installed solar on more that 20 COSTCO stores, and on hundreds of homes. Herb is an expert in sustainability. PermaCity is different because it finds custom, whole-building, solutions including Energy Efficiency, Green Plumbing, Solar Thermal, and Photovoltaics.
Permacity Solar
5570 W. Washington Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(310) 995-9500
www.permacity.com
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GO Campaign
GO Campaign is a Santa Monica-based organization founded in 2006 that raises awareness and funds for orphans and vulnerable children around the world. GO allows donors to plug into grassroots projects that resonate with them either geographically (e.g, Tanzania, Cambodia, Peru, Haiti) or by issue (e.g., education, medical care, food, water, shelter, vocational training, sex slavery) and 100% of your donation goes to the program of your choice. GO has had great success engaging students at local schools (SaMo High, Crossroads) and partnering with local businesses (Beachbody, Red Cross of Santa Monica). Learn more >
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The DeVinny Group
Carolyn DeVinny has worked with Santa Monica employers on their Employee Trip Reduction compliance since the early 1990s. With a strong corporate background, Carolyn takes the business management stance on this Santa Monica regulation to create a plan that best serves both the employer and the City.
With varied program options, it takes a highly experienced consultant to choose the best components for each employer and create a plan that can save thousands of dollars over the years. Carolyn works with employers to design their most feasible options.
For a list of these services and referrals, contact Carolyn at:
The DeVinny Group
devgrp@earthlink.net
(310) 559-8575
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Pearl Personal Concierge
life simplified
Lauren Pearl founded Pearl Personal Concierge because she loves helping people.
With more than 20 years experience raising 4 wonderful children, founding businesses and working in management, entertainment, organizing, sales, legal recruiting and import/export, Lauren became an expert on juggling home, work and life. She often gave a helping hand to friends and colleagues who were struggling, overwhelmed and stressed trying to manage their hectic lives. And thus began Pearl Personal Concierge and it’s personalized, warm and caring service.
Pearl Personal Concierge offers professional assistance with Household Management, Organizing, Errands, Gift Purchasing, Event Planning, Transportation, Senior Care,
Post-Op Care, Personal and Business Assistance and more….
We give you back your precious time to enjoy your life…life simplified!
310.999.5139
pearlpersonalconcierge.com
lauren@pearlpersonalconcierge
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JiRaffe
JiRaffe is proud to be a part of the Santa Monica business community. Proprietor & Chef Raphael Lunetta was raised in Santa Monica allowing him to understand the local flavor of the city. His commitment to Santa Monica is a natural, supported by his long-term crew, JiRaffe’s local vendors and his caring and enthusiastic customers. JiRaffe is a viable and sustainable member of the community which is one of the state’s favored tourist destinations.
502 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 917-6671
www.jirafferestaurant.com
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Ann Johansson Photography
Ann Johansson Photography, founded in 1998, captures corporate and life events through imagery. AJP offers photographic services ranging from portraits to real life situations and work environments as well as multimedia solutions to promote your business.
AJP’s success has been built upon delivering images for numerous small and large scale businesses and for editorial clients locally, nationally and internationally by way of a low-key approach combined with an exceptional eye and ability to connect with people.
AJP tells your story through the power of imagery!
Ann Johansson Photography
(310) 993-1667
ann@annjohansson.com
www.annjohansson.com
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Babette
Babette made her name by reinventing the pleat in the 1980s, and has always been known for her use of creative, innovative and high-tech fabrics from around the globe. Babette's pleated collection is a line of permanently pleated, hand-washable microfiber pieces that are easy to care for, packable, versatile, and very flattering on different body shapes and sizes. Dressing for work, travel, and leisure is simple and spontaneous, while storing and caring for her pieces is effortless.
Babette creates 5 collections annually, each exploring variations on a theme - comfortable fabrics designed with her signature pleated look. Babette regulars love how the clothing transitions from office to cocktail, and maybe some travel in between. Artist Topher Delaney recalls buying her first Babette piece and thinking, "This piece of clothing is clever. It's unusual. It's intellectually interesting. And I look terrific when I wear it."
www.babettesf.com
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Maxwell Print Management
Maxwell Print Management provides today's businesses with exceptional quality printing, using revolutionary technology to reduce turn-around time and printing costs. Our results-driven team is dedicated to working your company’s printing needs in a fast, courteous, professional manner that exceeds your expectations, the first time, every time!
We offer environmentally friendly printing featuring high-quality recycled and chlorine-free papers at affordable prices. We use soy and vegetable based inks and Zero VOC solvents on ALL of our printing jobs. We actively recycle all of our paper waste, used plates, waste inks and solvents.
Henry Schloss
303-667-1097
henry@maxwellprint.com
www.maxwellprint.com
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BeachBody, LLC
Beachbody, LLC of Santa Monica was founded in 1998 and is the creator of the nation's most popular in-home fitness and weight loss solutions including P90X®, Slim in 6®, Insanity®, TurboFire®, Hip Hop Abs®, Body Gospel®, and ChaLEAN Extreme®, combine challenging DVD-based home fitness programs with easy-to-follow diet guidelines, superior nutritional supplements (including its breakthrough meal replacement Shakeology® product), and an unparalleled customer service and peer-support system. Beachbody additionally creates unparalled beauty products, including Timeless Secret® and Derm Exclusive®.
Offering the most innovative, results-oriented programs and skilled, motivational trainers, has allowed Beachbody to expand it support system through TeamBeachbody.com, which includes a network of over 50,000 independent "Coach" distributors as well as a dynamic online support and fitness community. Beachbody's core purpose is to help people achieve their goals and enjoy a healthy, fulfilling life.
Website: Beachbody.com
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Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)
On October 1st Sunset Gower Studios in Hollywood welcomes the 2011 Light The Night Walk benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). That night teams of LA businesses, families and other groups to gather for an inspirational evening of hope for survivors, in tribute to the lives of lost loved ones, and to raise funds for life-saving cancer research and patient support.
LLS is the world’s largest health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services. Its mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.Contact: Tiffany Scott, Campaign Manager (310) 846-4731; tiffany.scott@lls.org; www.lls.org
Register your team at: www.lightthenight.org/los
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Sorgen International
Sorgen International is a professional independent Real Estate Brokerage dedicated to being the finest real estate organization in Los Angeles. We represent our clients with the highest code of ethics and professionalism. Our level of service, technology and communication is unparalleled.
- Our clients are #1
- Compassionate with bottom-line results
- Independently owned, Green & paperless practice
- Micro-markets and neighborhoods
- Highly developed real estate business network
- Skillful and effective negotiation strategies
- State-of-the-art technology, aggressive Social Media & creative marketing
Selling – When you list with Sorgen International, our goal is to help you sell your property for the highest price, in the shortest period of time, with the least amount of inconvenience to you utilizing both our powerful negotiation skills, and the most sophisticated on-line marketing techniques available today.
Buying - Buying real estate is one of the largest financial transactions that most people undertake. Our goal is to help our clients find his or her dream property and also make the buying experience as easy and enjoyable as possible.
Investing - When it comes to investing, experts in our team will guide you through the entire process of maximizing the return on your investment. We'll tailor the investment to your needs & specifications. We specialize in Multi-Unit, 1031 exchanges, and out-of-state.
www.SorgenInternational.com
www.facebook.com/esorgen
www.twitter.com/esorgen
www.linkedin/in/esorgen
100 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 950 ♦ Santa Monica ♦ CA ♦ 90401 ♦ Tel 310-927-0916
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BetterWorks
BetterWorks helps small and medium-sized businesses "make work rewarding" for their employees. Their Perks Platform provides employers with access to great local and national vendors, giving them a simple and affordable reward system to better care for and motivate their workforce.
Here's where your business comes in...Featuring your product or service in the BetterWorks community can be an amazing opportunity, whether your goal is to acquire new business from corporate clients, find and serve employed individuals with expendable income in your area, or simply to strengthen your company's brand and market presence.
BetterWorks wants to partner with companies offering only the most compelling, high-quality products and services. As well, you MUST offer a significant discount to members of the BetterWorks community. (Naturally, these discounts will never be exposed outside of the BetterWorks platform and community.
Right now, BetterWorks is looking to foster relationships in the following verticals:
- Food (catering, lunch and dinner delivery, coffee, etc.)
- Health and Fitness (yoga, gym memberships, personal training)
- Mobile Massage
- Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services
- Car Washes
If your company meets these criteria, BetterWorks wants to hear from you! Please email scott@betterworks.com for more information or to get the application process started.
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Prostate Cancer Foundation
The Prostate Cancer Foundation is the world’s largest philanthropic source of support for prostate cancer research focused on discovering better treatments and cures for prostate cancer. Founded in 1993, PCF has raised more than $430 million and provided funding to more than 1,500 research projects at nearly 200 institutions in 12 countries worldwide. PCF also advocates for greater awareness of prostate cancer and more governmental research funds. PCF advocacy has helped produce a 20-fold increase in government funding for prostate cancer since 1994. More information about prostate cancer and PCF can be found at www.pcf.org.
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220 Fitness Concepts
220 Fitness Concepts, the newest fitness club situated in the pulse of Santa Monica, has united the industry’s savviest personal trainers and hottest group programming to bring together a truly unique and personalized experience. It’s “Recess for Adults” and you’re sure to have fun while you get fit! Try one of our KRANK + Spin classes, a Gravity training session or get your Kangoo on + bounce around! Work out on the beach, with a personal trainer or try one of our unparalled exciting new programming classes! Whatever your vice is, we’ve got your fix and we’re extending a very special rate just for you. Get on the road to wellness this year + get 220 fit!
220 Fitness Concepts
3002 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 314-0220
www.220fitness.com
info@220fitness.com
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LOS ANGELES HOME SHOW RELOCATES TO SANTA MONICA CIVIC CENTER:
LEAVES THE LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER AFTER 35 YEARS
After 35 years at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the Home Remodeling & Decorating Show will be taking up new quarters at the Santa Monica Civic Center the weekends of March 5-6 and June 25-26.
"We look forward to being a part of the Santa Monica and Westside community," said Sylvia Andersen, producer of the Home Show. "All city employees of Santa Monica and their family members will be offered free admission to our shows."
The oldest and largest continually running home show in Southern California is this year emphasizing "Green Products" and special workshops on "Greening your Home One Step at a Time." There are also a number of do-it-yourself workshops, cooking demonstrations, gardening tips offered by radio and TV master gardner Nick Federoff and Feng Shui techniques for the home from author and design professional P.K. Odie.
The Annual Home Remodeling & Decorating Show is sponsored by the Los Angeles Times, KOST, KFWB and KNX Radio, and produced by the N.E.C. Group, Inc. It is the only home show exclusively endorsed and approved by The League of California Homeowners.
Special features also include the World of Kitchens and the Dream Backyard (spas, decks, gazebos, barbecues, fountains, etc. Also hundreds of home improvement exhibitors and thousands of new products, services and ideas. Kitchens, floors, windows, doors – everything from roofs to rose gardens.
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Patch.com
What is Patch?
Simply put, Patch is a new way to find out about, and participate in,
what’s going on near you.We’re a community-specific news and
information platform dedicated to providing comprehensive and trusted
local coverage for individual towns and communities.We want to make
your life better by giving you quick access to the information that’s
most relevant to you. Patch makes it easy to keep up with news and
events,Look at photos and videos from around town,Learn about local
businesses and Submit your own announcements, photos, and reviews.We
hope that our sites will strengthen communities and improve the lives
of their residents, but we can’t do it without you.
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Green Earth Print and Design
Green Earth Print and Design provides it's clients with High Quality Print and Graphic Design. Green Earth is Environmentally conscious using soy based inks and FSC Certified recycled or tree free papers. We have Digital, Offset, and Large Format presses.We consider each project a partnership with our client and view clear communication as an essential element in creating successful media campaigns. We understand the importance of price and turnaround time and are confident we can fulfill both those needs. Call us today for your Print & Design needs!
Green Earth Print and Design
12021 W. Jefferson Bl
Culver City, CA 90230
PH (310) 237-5902
http://www.greenearthprintanddesign.com/
jason@greenearthprintanddesign.com
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Nordic Body Inc.
Nordic Body Inc. is a community based wellness company of which Malin Svensson is the owner and president. We help people get fit and stay fit to live a longer, happier and healthier life. The tools we use are Functional Strength Training, Nordic Walking, Sensible Eating and an Active Lifestyle. We provide 360 degree support from online (products) to offline (private sessions, retreats) all the way into your community (group classes).Malin is an International Fitness Coach/Author/Speaker who has been featured in LA Times, The NY Times , The Wall Street Journal, Fitness, Body+Soul, Weight Watchers and Huffington Post.
www.nordicbody.com
info@NordicBody.com
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Best Practices Pro
Best Practices Pro provide a web-based messaging and collaboration solution that is 1/10 the cost with 100x the storage. It consist of 25 GBs of email storage with an integrated instant messaging and video phone chat embedded directly into the email system. For the collaboration tools, multiple users can access and simultaneously edit web-based documents, spreadsheets and powerpoint-like presentations in real-time. You can access all of these applications from anywhere on any computer, including your mobile device. And we offer a 99.9% up-time. It requires no additional hardware or software.
For more information:
310.876.2167
info@BestPracticesPro.com
www.BestPracticesPro.com
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Aflac - Leann Levine
We often forget about the financial impact illnesses carry. Aflac can provide you with the peace-of-mind of knowing that when facing catastrophic health events, your family will be protected from the financial hardships associated here. Instead of paying the doctor, we pay you directly. Our benefits are yours to use however you like, for out-of-pocket medical expenses, income replacement, or household bill payments. Aflac can be offered to your employees at zero cost to your business. A Fortune 200 company, Aflac is also rated the most ethical insurance provider in the world by Ethisphere. Visit www.aflac.com or e-mail leann_levine@us.aflac.com today.
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Fitdog Sports Club
Fitdog Sports Club is a full service dog care facility located at 1712 21st Street in Santa Monica (off of Olympic Blvd). We offer cage-free dog daycare, overnight boarding, dog grooming, obedience and agility training, and sports activities.
All of our dogs enjoy a safe, clean, and fun environment to play and socialize plus a customized schedule of walks, breaks, and naps from our friendly and trained staff. Our 3,000 sq ft cage-free indoor dog park is the largest Santa Monica and is equipped with recycled rubber cushion flooring and a ventilation system that refreshes air every 5 minutes for maximum comfort and cleanliness. Go to www.fitdogsportsclub.com to find out more!
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House Calls… The people you need to know to find the contractors you can trust!
Linda Freeman founded House Calls out of her love of architecture and interior design and her passion and commitment to quality work and client service and satisfaction. With more than 15 years professional experience in architecture, interior design, construction and project management, Linda has built an extensive network of the best local contractors and home improvement professionals that she trusts with her home and those of her family and friends.
House Calls is a personal home services consulting service for homeowners to connect with the highest quality contractors in the Greater Los Angeles area. Our experience gives us the ability to match the perfect contractors with each client’s specific needs. Please visit our website for a complete list of services. There is no charge to the homeowner to use our service.
Our clients’ time is extremely valuable and they don’t want to waste it searching for, and prescreening, contractors. Our service gives them peace of mind and the ability to find dependable professionals they can trust to do the job right, on time, and within budget. Each contractor has to qualify to be in our referral network and cannot pay to join. We personally verify that all licenses and insurance are up to date and thoroughly check references. We also follow up throughout each project to ensure client satisfaction.
Most of all we share a common belief that a home should be a nurturing space and a refuge from a stressful world. We appreciate the opportunity to help you make your home your dream home.
Linda Freeman
(818) 986-4332
linda@contractorhousecalls.com
www.contractorhousecalls.com
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Santa Monica Star
You can become a Neighborhood Celebrity through The Santa Monica Star. Our monthly lifestyle publication, which focuses on positive news, includes feature articles on businesses and local people whom we call our “celebrities.” In addition, numerous photographs of community members and special events are included in the newspaper. Many of these articles and photos are also posted on our monthly Web site.
The Santa Monica Star is distributed to readers through businesses, schools, churches, libraries, banks, restaurants, shops, offices, service clubs and non-profit organizations–wherever people congregate.
We offer a range of opportunities for your business to reach our readers from display
advertising to a Westside Directory to our Mini-Message Bulletin Board.
We use editorials, photography and networking to help promote the
businesses of our advertisers.
For more information, please call Diane Margolin at The Santa Monica Star at 310/393-2707 or email at SMStarNewspaper@gmail.com
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Joshua Love Fitness (JLF)
Joshua Love Fitness (JLF) is a full service mobile fitness company located in Santa Monica, California. We focus primarily on employee based training for companies, hospitality for guests and residential communities. We provide a variety of training which includes personal training, group workouts, Yoga, Mat Pilates, guided runs, guided hikes and teambuilding events. Our goal is to create wellness plans for each location by establishing programs that are structured, dynamic and well organized. In addition, we will handle all aspects of the program including trainers, scheduling, marketing and execution. Our classes are held at the location, and all that is needed is participation and enthusiasm.
www.jlovefitness.com
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Marina Van Gessel - Delphy Bookkeeping
10 years of successful career in Bookkeeping has fully and completely prepared us to provide rigorous and results-producing accounting and bookkeeping services for clients across various industries. As a Certified Quickbooks Pro Advisers with specialization in General Ledger, Account Payable/Receivable, Bank Reconciliation, Process & System Improvement, Financial Structures & Controls, Month and Year-End Closing Procedures we are well equipped to help your business to achieve its bookkeeping objectives.
We would welcome the opportunity to elaborate on the contributions we can make to your organization.
Marina Van Gessel
Delphy Bookkeeping
(310) 663-1552
www.delphybookkeeping.com
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Nancy Kurshner - Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.
I'm a Small Business Specialist with Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. I help entrepreneurs grow and protect their business by marketing a comprehensive business services plan which includes unlimited access to a team of quality lawyers and consultants in all areas of expertise. For an affordable monthly fee, our plans cover the self-employed up to companies with 99 employees.
For families wanting protection and peace of mind, we offer a Life Events Legal Plan which gives access to attorneys for all legal issues including will preparation and Identity Theft Protection for a low monthly membership fee.
Founded in 1972 and publicly traded on NYSE, Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. with a membership base of 1.5 million has made "Equal Justice Under Law" a reality in America.
Nancy Kurshner
Small Business Specialist
Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.
(310)488-8454
nancy@kurshner.com
www.prepaidlegal.com/hub/nkurshner
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Slimxpress
Our Program: HCG SlimXpress is a medically supervised, safe and effective, affordable drug free program.
You can safely lose approximately one to a half pound of fat per day without feeling hungry!
What is HCG? Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin: Ours is refined to a simple gluco-protein and is not a metabolic steroid or new growth hormone. It is a natural bio-identical hormone and comes from an FDA approved pharmacy in the US. Be careful for synthetic HCG sold online coming from other countries.
Services, Products & Costs: HCG SlimXpress in Spokane offers free consults over the phone or in person.
Our initial appt is $199.95 which includes a doctor who reviews a comprehensive health history and profile from you and approves your prescription for hCG. You will also talk with a nurse or nutritionist for body comp, weight, measurements, blood pressure and going over the entire program which takes about 1.5 hrs. The initial appt also includes your first two follow-ups- you'll come back two weeks after you start the program and two weeks after that. So in the first month we can perfect it for your body type and lifestyle.
866-275-4424
M-S 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
www.hcgslimxpress.com
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Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera
The award-winning Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera is the newest addition to LA's cultural industry bringing the excitement, beauty, and passion of the world’s beloved operatic stage to you!Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera was founded in 2008 by sopranos Ella Lee and Linda Jackson with the mission of providing top quality affordable opera performances by the area's best professional singers, directors, designers and musicians to LA’s west side and surrounding communities.
Our 2010/2011 Season:
Tosca (Puccini)
The Magic Flute (Mozart)
Rigoletto (Verdi)
For Information Contact:
Linda Jackson
869 Via de la Paz
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 570-6448
www.losangelesmet.com
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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Los Angeles
Adding tomorrows every day expresses the mission—and results—of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s steadfast efforts to extend the length and quality of life for people with cystic fibrosis (CF). CF is a life-threatening genetic disease affecting approximately 30,000 children and adults in the United States. CF substantially impairs respiratory and digestive functions, making the simple acts of eating and breathing a challenge. The average life expectancy of someone with CF is 38.There is no cure. We receive no federal funding and depend on the generosity of individual donors and corporations to support our lifesaving mission. In 2009, nearly 90% of every dollar of revenue raised was available for investment in CF research, care and education programs.
Upcoming Events:
Brew Haw Haw 9/11/10
Great Strides Walk Palmdale, CA 10/16/10
Great Strides Walk Visalia, CA 10/16/10
Great Strides Walk Santa Barbara, CA 10/16/10
Great Strides Walk Simi Valley, CA 10/16/10
Get involved and contact the LA office at (323) 939-0758 or so-calif-la@cff.org.
_____________________________________________________________ American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is the leading national not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide through research, education and advocacy, and to reaching out to people with mental disorders and those impacted by suicide.
AFSP engages in Five Core Strategies:
- Funds scientific research
- Offers educational programs for professionals
- Educates the public about mood disorders and suicide prevention
- Promotes policies and legislation that impact suicide and prevention
- Provides programs and resources for survivors of suicide loss and people at risk
AFSP engages in fundraising activities throughout the year, the most prominent of which is our Out of the Darkness Community Walks. Walks are held in over 225 cities throughout the country, including one in Santa Monica.
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Fariba Zand, State Farm Insurance
Our office is run from the heart of Santa Monica with a highly skilled and diversified team. We are dedicated to provide customized strategies based on our clients' individual insurance and financial needs, sensitivity to risks, and goals.
As a State Farm agent since 1992, Fariba Zand has over 20 years of insurance experience,
consistent President’s Club, Chairman Circle Qualifier and Ambassador Travel Qualifier, Silver Scroll. Fariba is a long term Santa Monica resident and Board of Directors member for Boys & Girls Club, Venice. With five current International Game & Fish World Records, she is an avid Light –line Deep Sea Fisherman.
Our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.
Fariba Zand – State Farm Insurance
2432 Lincoln Blvd
Suite D
Santa Monica, CA 90405-3802
(310) 314-7601
http://www.faribazand.com/

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Santa Monica Wholesale Lighting and Electric Supply, Inc.
We are excited to become a member of the Santa Monica Chamber and are looking forward to meeting other members and people that live in Santa Monica.
We are a full lighting and electrical supplies store. We have two lighting showrooms in our facility. One showroom displays recess lighting, track lighting, flourscent lighting, landscape lighting and led lighting solutions. The other showroom displays indoor and outdoor wall sconces, vanity lighting, ceiling fans, pendant lighting, and other styles of lighting.
We sell to the general public, electrical contractors, interior and lighting designers, architects, and others that do trade in the lighting industry.
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Cameron Torabi DDS & Mike Golpa DDS
When you visit our Brentwood dental office, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Torabi, Dr. Golpa and our team are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Whether it's a routine dental check up and cleaning, cosmetic dental care or implant dentistry, we always provide you with the very best in technology and personal care.
Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.
www.brentwoodsmile.com is a resource we hope you’ll find both useful and interesting.
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Home Staging LA
Our love for interior design and our passion for Home Staging shows in each project we complete. We have been in the business for over ten years helping home owners, investors, and real estate agents make the most of their properties and investments.
We would like your home to be shown in the best possible light to prospective buyers to get you top dollar in the shortest amount of time. Home Staging LA will transform your vacant property into a warm, welcoming retreat. We are professional Home Staging Experts specializing in high-end luxury properties. We are here to make you look good! Remember.........." You only have one chance to make a good first impression".
www.HomeStagingLA.com

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United Studios of Self Defense
Training at USSD is an investment in yourself. Not only do we teach men, women, and children to defend themselves against another person, but also the health problems associated with a sedentary lifestyle. The versatility of our Martial Arts system makes fitness fun and engaging. Over thousands of years, Martal Arts have been proven to promote a healthly mind, body and spirit.
United Studios of Self Defense
928 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 394-5188
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EKLA Home
EKLA a Los Angeles, CA, USA based sustainable furniture manufacturer, and for case goods work in only FSC woods from the United States, as well as reclaimed Douglas Fir from Los Angeles buildings, and Oregon.
Emily/EKLA began working with reclaimed in 1994. EKLA upholstery is made using certified organic natural latex, certified organic wool from California, and organic cotton from Texas. The frames are made with pacific northwest FSC Alder, and our glues and finishes are zero VOC, and springs are recycled steel.
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Staples Copy & Print Shop
We are located on Wilshire and Wellesley just two short blocks from Bundy. Parking is available in the rear of the building and we validate for 30 minutes. In addition to office supplies, we offer high quality digital copying, printing, large format and binding services. We also have business stationary services, some of which can be done the same day. Staples Copy & Print Shop offers competitive pricing for all of your business printing needs. We are committed to offer quality, service, and satisfaction. That is our promise!
Our Account Manager, Maria Ong has over 15 years of experience in the printing industry. She services the Santa Monica and West Los Angeles area. Her role is to assist you in placing orders, provide business discount programs and your point of contact to help grow your business. She is just a cell phone call away and she will come out to see you. She can be reached at 818.357.6658 or via email at maria.ong@staples.com. The Santa Monica Chamber Members will receive 10% OFF on your first copy or print order. Exp 8/31/10. When in our store please feel free to ask for the General Manager, Noelle Hernandez she is there to make it easy to grow your business. You can also email your job right to us at cc5337@staplescopycenter.com. Please make sure to call the store 30 minutes after you have sent the order so that we can make sure your files are print ready. We will print a proof for your approval.
Looking forward to networking with all Santa Monica Chamber Members.
Staples Copy & Print Shop
12301 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 100
Los Angeles, CA 90025
310.442.5837
cc5337@staplescopycenter.com
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Bulthaup Santa Monica
Chris Tosdevin (HonAIA/LA,past president and design director of bulthaup USA), after 27 years with bulthaup, specializes in working with top contemporary architects and design firms. Services include: the development of design paramaters, design concepts, working with project design professionals, assisting in the selection of materials, CAD plans, elevations and detailed mechanical drawings.
bulthaup
santa monica
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WEALTH PINNACLE
Wealth Pinnacle Inc. is deeply committed to providing personal client service and independent investment advice to individual investors and successful businesses. We take the time to understand your unique situation. As a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA), Wealth Pinnacle has a fiduciary duty always to put its clients' interests first. We receive no sales commissions. Our fees are extremely competitive and based on assets under management, aligning our goals with yours. We combine financial planning and portfolio management to provide a comprehensive approach to wealth management. We also provide corporate cash management and company retirement plans. Wealth Pinnacle puts clients first, every time. Contact us today.
Gary Downie, CFA
CEO & Chief Investment Officer
(310) 899-1019
info@wealthpinnacle.com
www.wealthpinnacle.com
Brokerage services provided by Charles Schwab Institutional, member SIPC.

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WOWME!
It's the best habit you'll ever have!
WOWME! Corporate Wellness designs a wellness program specifically suited for your company with a framework and timeline for effective, healthy results with our five-phase system.
5 PHASE SYSTEM
PHASE 1: Assessment
PHASE 2: Develop Goals and Objectives
PHASE 3: Workplace Ergonomics and Injury Prevention
PHASE 4: Progressive Program Design and Implementation
PHASE 5: Program Maintenance
In addition, we offer WOWME! FIT PLAZA, an online, interactive tool that provides supplemental informational and wellness tracking support system: www.WowMeCorporateWellness.com
WOWME! is committed to ensuring each company has the tools and support to properly implement and facilitate a tangible health improvement result oriented program.

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Meridian Health Clinic
Meridian Health Clinic is an experienced natural healthcare provider offering Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine and more. At our clinic we use a trully holistic approach to help individuals achieve radiant health and attain balance in daily life. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff uses a gentle yet effective treatment style to stimulate the body's inherent healing capacity. In addition to Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, we provide holistic lifestyle counseling in nutrition and movement practices, thus empowering people to maintain a state of optimum health. Our specialties include: body & back pain, skin conditions, headaches, digestive problems, fatigue, and stress-related ailments. There are many additional concerns for which we successfully provide care, so please feel free to call usto find out if our services can help you feel and live better.
Eric Schmidt, L.Ac, Dipl. O.M. is the founder and current director of Meridian Health Clinic. He is an accomplished acupuncturist and herbalist, holding a Masters Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Additionally, he has California (L.Ac.) and National (Dipl. O.M.) Acupuncture Board Certifications
Attending Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley, Eric completed a 4-year Masters Program with training in acupuncture, herbal medicine, and modern biomedicine. Additionally, he has studied and worked in clinics around the world including major TCM Hospitals in China, Japan and in Rural Health clinics in India and Nepal. His 4 months of intensive study in China sets him apart from other practitioners in California. Studying with TCM Doctors in China, Eric was able to experience the full scope of modern Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine applications in a busy clinical setting. Now accepting most insurance plans.
Meridian Health Clinic
2020 Broadway St, Suite A
Santa Monica, CA 90404
www.meridianhealthclinic.com
(310) 699-4533

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Alpha Futures
Alpha Futures is a Santa Monica based Commodity Brokerage firm specializing in Managed Futures. Over the past 27 years, Managed Futures as an investment class has outperformed other asset classes including high performing S&P total returns. The firm has the privilege of representing world class money managers offering their clients complete transparency, audited performance data. Managed futures over the long haul have shown to enhance returns without adding additional risk. Account minimums start at $25,000.00
The principals are long time residents of Santa Monica have over 30 years experience within the commodities industry. All representatives are Federally Licensed and are available to answer all inquiries regarding Managed Futures Strategies.
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Pico Improvement Organization (PIO)
The Pico Improvement Organization (PIO) is a Santa Monica BID. We are committed to promote business and commerce within the Santa Monica Pico Blvd business improvement area.
The PIO is committed to promote goodwill between the business community and the residential areas immediately adjacent to the boulevard.
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M.I.'s Westside Comedy Theater
M.I.'s Westside Comedy Theater isthe Westside's hottest comedy club and creative community! Located in the heart of Santa Monica, in the alley just behind the 3rd Street Promenade, we offer a full calendar of comedy classes and shows 7 nights a week. The WCT is a terrific place to visit with friends for a fun and affordable night of laughs, (all shows are $10 or less and parking is only $3) plus, our improv and stand up comedy classes are a great way to stenghthen those acting chops, and a perfect outlet to try something fun and new.
M.i.'s Westside Comedy Theater
1323-A 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-451-0850
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DG Financial Inc.
DG Financial Inc. has provided California residential loans (Garrett Mortgage) and US commercial financing (Commercial Capital LTD) since 2000. Home loans for purchase, refinance or cash out are chosen to suit each client. We specialize in self-employed and entertainment industry borrowers and offer conventional, FHA and VA loans. We have over 100 sources in the US for all types of business and commercial real estate financing. We are lending.
David Garrett, President (310) 4561056 DGFinancialinc@gmail.com www.SeeDavid.com

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As part of the AccuQuest family of Hearing Centers, our goal is to become the premier hearing healthcare provider in the country. We combine exceptional practitioners with state-of-the-art facilities, and the best hearing technologies available. We have expanded our operations to reach from coast-to-coast in just a few short years. And while we are excited about the difference we've been able to make, our growth continues to be outpaced by the need for excellent hearing care: right now 34 million Americans are experiencing a reduction in quality of life because of hearing loss. Many of those seeking help are paying too much for technology and service that could be better. We've made it our mission to fix that. So in addition to excellent pricing, we've crafted a unique package of services that go with every hearing aid we fit. We offer:
- The most advanced hearing technologies on the market
- 3 year full service warranty with loss and damage coverage
- 30 day trial period
- Free in-office repairs, cleanings, and adjustments for life
- Free diagnostic and annual diagnostic testing
- And we accept most insurances
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The London West Hollywood Hotel
Perched in the Hollywood Hills just steps from the Sunset Strip, overlooking views of the Los Angeles skyline, The London West Hollywood is a fusion of both its namesake cities – smart, modern and evoking the utmost style. Distinctively imagined for LA, all interiors are styled by the renowned David Collins Studio with bath environments by posh purveyor Waterworks and dining by acclaimed chef Gordon Ramsay. Highlights include spacious guest suites with private terraces, a panoramic rooftop pool deck inspired by a traditional English garden, the casual Boxwood Café and Michelin-starred Gordon Ramsay fine-dining restaurant.
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Mathnasium of Santa Monica
Mathnasium of Santa Monica is a learning center where students go year-round to boost their math skills. Members pay a monthly membership fee, and usually attend twice a week for about an hour. Our goal is to significantly increase your child’s math skills, understanding of math concepts, and overall school performance, while building confidence and forging a positive attitude toward the subject. Mathnasium of Santa Monica is: a personalized program, that employs diagnostics, instruction, worksheets, manipulatives, and games to build Number Sense, and with it, confidence and a deep understanding and lifelong love of mathematics.
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CoLoft
On February 15th, the CoLoft, Santa Monica’s coworking space, officially opened! A coworking space is for people who typically work alone, from home, or coffee shops; where one can enjoy the benefits of collaborative work without being part of the same company. It’s about people, community, networking events, and sharing resources. Entrepreneurs, independents and freelancers get work done while interacting with like-minded people. It’s a community-driven endeavor for those who have never been fond of the stuffy suits and environments synonymous with the ‘corporate’ world. The driving force behind the CoLoft is that people work better together, not alone.
Owners: Avesta Rasouli & Cameron Kashani
310-395-3366 http://coloft.com 920 Santa Monica Blvd., 90401
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