Edmond resident named top achiever with home decor business
Gail Bohlen, Edmond resident and designer with Home & Garden Party, has just been recognized among the company’s Top 25 Achievers for Sales. Bohlen was recognized for phenomenal achievements in sales for the month of August.
“It’s amazing what hard work and determination will do,” Bohlen said. “I am so appreciative to the Home & Garden Party team for choosing me as a Top Seller this month. I’m glad to know that my achievements are being recognized.”
Edmond resident receives President’s Club award
Saia Inc. is pleased to announce that Edmond resident Glenn Foster has been named a recipient of Saia’s President’s Club award for the second quarter of 2008. This prestigious awards program was established to recognize Saia’s top employees.
“Each employee who has been named a President’s Club winner deserves commendation for putting in the extra effort required of this unique awards program. For some, this is the second step toward the goal of becoming an Annual President’s Club award recipient, an honor reserved for our most elite employees,” said Saia President and CEO Rick O’Dell.
Locals join retailers at Advisory Council Meeting
Tom and Lori Burgin, owners of Oasis Pools & Spas The Backyard Place, recently participated in the first national Backyard Place Advisory Council in Covington, La.
The Burgins joined eight other Backyard Place dealers on the national panel, which reviewed progress made by the 2-year-old retail program and evaluated strategies for 2009.
Oasis Pools & Spas The Backyard Place offers a variety of products including chemicals, toys and games, safety equipment, grills, outdoor decorations and more. The business, which started in 2004, joined the Backyard Place program this year. The Backyard Place program provides the independent dealer with a variety of tools to create a one-stop shop.
For more information, visit Oasis Pools & Spas at 1333 N. Santa Fe Ave. in Edmond or online at oasispoolsokc.com.
Frontier Country Marketing sets November meeting
The Frontier Country Marketing Association will have its monthly “Hour with an Expert” marketing meeting at 10 a.m. Nov. 20 at the Oklahoma Opry theater in the Capitol Hill Main Street district to discuss consumer trade show marketing. The marketing meeting is free to all Frontier Country members and $10 for non-members. To register, call 232-6552.
Blue Sun Biodiesel now in Oklahoma
Blue Sun Biodiesel announced its premium biodiesel will be available in the state and the company is actively seeking authorized distributors and retail pump outlets for their premium Fusion B20 and B99 biodiesel products.
Blue Sun fuels exceed ASTM standards for biodiesel and offer reduced emissions of carbon monoxide, smog-forming nitrous oxides and cancer and asthma causing hydrocarbons and particulates as reported in a study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
Blue Sun’s biodiesel can be used in any diesel engine without modification, and it qualifies as an alternative fuel by EPA standards.
Business
11-8 Business news in brief
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Officer promoted at Quail Creek Bank
Quail Creek Bank, N.A. Oklahoma City recently announced the promotion of John Crabtree to assistant vice president.
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Arledge & Associates adds Laura L. Webster, CPA
Arledge & Associates recently welcomed Laura L. Webster, CPA as audit/consulting director.
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U.S. Cellular sells U Prepaid wireless service at Walmart
U.S. Cellular has announced that U Prepaid, a no contract wireless service, will be available in more than 400 Walmart stores by May 22, including the Walmart at 1225 W I-35 Frontage in Edmond.
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Buzz Books USA inks book deal with ‘Design Star’ Kellie Clements
Executive Editor of Buzz Books USA Malena Lott recently announced the signing of interior designer Kellie Clements to the publishing house’ “Little Brand” business book series.
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Edmond officials speak with Summit Rotary
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Brazilian club members visit Summit Rotary Club
The District 4740 Brazil Rotary Club recently participated in the Group Study Exchange.
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Here we go again
Well I hate to say I told you so, but I can’t help myself. In case you have not heard, JP Morgan bank had a little trading problem recently that resulted in a $2 billion loss.
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Local Farmers Insurance representatives to attend “Championship” conference
The following local Farmers Insurance representatives have qualified as “Championship” district managers or agents by the company for outstanding overall performance:
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Red Mango store opens this week in Edmond
Red Mango was named the No. 1 Zagat rated frozen yogurt and smoothie chain in America, and it’s now available in Edmond.
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Edmond Chamber announces golf tourney winners
The Citizens Bank of Edmond team won the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Golf Tournament on April 27. The tournament was at Fairfax Golf Course and was presented by Mercy Health.
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Officer promoted at Quail Creek Bank
