Business
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Pet hospital receives AAHA accreditation
Acre View Pet Hospital & Laser Center of Edmond has again received accreditation following a comprehensive evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association. The evaluation includes a quality assessment review of the hospital’s facility, medical equipment, practice methods and pet health care management. Dr. Margaret King is the owner.
Only 15 percent of all small animal veterinary practices in the U.S. have achieved accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association. In order to maintain accredited status, Acre View Pet Hospital & Laser Center of Edmond must continue to be evaluated regularly by the association’s consultants.
“By attaining accreditation, Acre View Pet Hospital & Laser Center of Edmond is demonstrating its dedication to offering the best care to its patients and clients,” said Anna Worth, AAHA president.
Edmond Medical Center hires four new employees
Edmond Medical Center announces the hiring of registered nurses Raymond Gibson, Kenneth Selerio and R. Leigh Shepherd and licensed practitioner Kristen Klimkowski.
EMC offers care for the residents of Edmond, northern Oklahoma County and southern Logan County. It is an HCA facility and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. EMC employs more than 300 physicians on staff representing more than 50 specialties, 500 employees and 90 members of the volunteer auxiliary.
St. Anthony, Devon Energy announce new partnership
St. Anthony will host a Mammography Day for all Devon Energy employees Sept. 16.
The two large companies are making it easier for Devon employees to get their mammograms while on the clock. Saints will provide transportation, massages and refreshments while Devon employees wait for their 10-minute mammogram results.
Attorneys present business seminar
Attorneys of Doerner, Saunders, Daniel and Anderson LLP, present “Legal Considerations for Business” from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 17 at Skirvin Hilton Hotel in Oklahoma City. Cost is $15, which includes lunch.
For more information, call 918-582-1211.
Streller chosen for Presidents Council
Scott Streller, agent for Farmers Insurance Group in Edmond, achieved the company’s highest award for district managers and agents for “outstanding overall performance.” He was selected to be a member of the prestigious Presidents Council.
The membership is attained by only a small percentage of district managers and agents serving Farmers’ customers in 29 states. Only 202 individuals earned the distinct honor to attend the conference this year.
Farmers’ senior management meets annually at the Presidents Council with their top agency force members to review and discuss key issues affecting customers and the insurance industry.
Henderson joins Insight Creative Group
Candice Henderson recently joined the team at Insight Creative Group as an account executive.
Henderson has more than eight years of sales and marketing experience. She will be responsible for establishing new business and maintaining relationships with existing partners for the advertising agency.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in communications and broadcast journalism from Langston University.
Trucking association celebrates appreciation week
The Oklahoma Trucking Association will celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week Aug. 24-30.
The association will visit various carrier member companies to meet with drivers, listen to their concerns and thank them for a job well done.
There are 50,000 drivers in Oklahoma with an annual payroll of $3.2 billion.
For more information, visit ntdaw.org.
Business
8-23 Business Briefs
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Move over cupcake, the big 'Bundt' is in town
As one lets the imagination be the guide, it is time to think outside the chocolate box for an innovative idea for that special someone or occasion.
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OMG — the Twinkie takes another HIT
I used to think I was a pretty “with it” kind of guy; pretty much staying up with the latest in technology and cultural trends. That was until several years ago when text messaging became a popular form of communication.
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Take advantage of available tax credits, deductions
As Oklahomans are preparing for another tax season, Eileen St. Pierre, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension personal finance specialist, said it is important to be aware of all the tax credits and deductions available for the 2011 tax year.
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Arvest Bank adds Harrison, promotes Coppernoll
Arvest Bank welcomes Billy Harrison as an Arvest asset management client adviser-investment specialist. He will provide full-service financial planning and investment guidance to Arvest customers.
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First Fidelity Bank names new office manager for Rose Creek
Lee R. Symcox, president and CEO of First Fidelity Bank, a locally owned full-service community bank, has announced the addition of Aaron Trahan as assistant vice president, office manager for First Fidelity Bank at Rose Creek in Edmond.
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Smirk New Media launches redesigned website
Smirk New Media, an Oklahoma City social media strategy agency, recently launched a redesigned website.
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Get tips on disaster planning during free SBA/Agility webinar
Because it’s easy for even the best leader to be overwhelmed when a crisis hits and misinformation shows up in a social media feed, managing the flow of information about your company is crucial when an emergency occurs.
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AAA continues to hire in OKC
AAA will have another in a series of Job Fairs this from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 4 for positions at the large AAA Operations Center at 3100 Quail Springs Parkway in northwest Oklahoma City.
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Lawn Doctor opens in Edmond
Jodi Lewis came by a love for agriculture naturally. Wanting to share her knowledge with her neighbors she recently opened her own business as a franchisee for Lawn Doctor.
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Click installed on state home builders leadership team
Edmond home builder Jeff Click was installed as vice president/treasurer of the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association on Jan. 20, joining the five-member state leadership board that represents 2,800 of his peers statewide.
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