Atlantic Tent Rental – A Local Small Business Success Story
January 31, 2011 by admin
Filed under Spotlight Business
Atlantic Tent Rental – A Local Small Business Success Story
By Michelle Blanchette
The advent of Atlantic Tent Rental began one sunny day when Barry Perla, the company’s co-founder, attended a birthday party for his mother-in-law in May 1992. A relative, who owned a tent rental business in Dedham, provided a tent for the occasion. Barry was intrigued by the notion of tent rental as business he could start initially on a part time basis to supplement his income as a buyer for Digital Equipment Corporation. Barry asked his friend, David Miley, to join him in the venture. It started out small, with one tent purchased from an auction. They made flyers and hung them wherever anyone would let them – grocery stores, pizza shops and corner stores. Before they knew it, the phone started ringing and a company was born. Today, Atlantic Tent rental is a full-time enterprise with many product offerings and plenty of satisfied customers. In addition to full-time temporary staff members in peak summer months, the company employs Barry, his wife, David, and David’s two sons.
After moving several times to accommodate their growing business and increased product offerings, today the business is located at 12 Middle Street in Leominster in an unassuming steel building. In fact, everything about the business is unpretentious: Barry and David are very approachable and laid-back. They have wisely reinvested in the business, which started in Barry’s barn using their personal pick-up trucks. Their long list of repeat clients includes the Leominster High School graduation, the Sterling Fair, the motion picture industry, area restaurants, businesses and catering companies. They also provide personalized service to non-business consumers planning a backyard wedding, graduation party, or family reunion. With tents of all sizes, dance floors and stages, chandeliers, eight different styles of tables, several styles of chairs, linens, generators, heaters, grills, coolers, and portable bars, the combinations for event sizes and styles are endless.
In addition to acquiring two box trucks to accommodate their growing business and purchasing many items related to party planning, they have invested in professional washers and repair equipment so that their tents are always clean and well-maintained. They also utilize the washers to provide cleaning and repair services to other tent rental companies as well as offering cleaning and repair of awnings and horse blankets for consumers and businesses.
By providing outstanding customer service, the business has grown significantly through referral. When asked what differentiates them from other tent rental companies, Barry said, “It’s our focus on pristine tents, competitive pricing, and outstanding customer service,” adding that they will gladly go on site to measure grounds in order to provide the optimal tent. They accept all major credit cards and deliver and set up on time and remove the tents in a timely manner as well.
Atlantic Tent also credits the Internet as a useful, affordable tool for promoting the business. As Barry said, “The Internet allows us to be transparent to the customer in terms of our offerings and pricing, which allows them to pre-plan and budget before they ever pick up the phone and call.” When asked why he joined the Leominster Small Business Association, Barry said that in addition to providing the small business owner with valuable information and opportunities for visibility, he understood the value of having links to his website from other reputable websites, such as the LSBA’s shoplocalleominster.com. He further clarified that links from other websites improve his ranking on search engines such as Google.
To learn more about Atlantic Tent and the many offerings available to make your next party or event a memorable one, visit their website at atlantictent.com or call them at 1-800-750-TENT.
Note: In Photo from left to right: Barry Perla, Nate Miley and David Miley
190west
January 27, 2011 by admin
Filed under Professional Service
Company Name:190west
Street Address:
26 Cutler Street
Leominster, MA 01453
Company Website:www.190west.com
Company Phone:866-538-8196
Primary Contact:Ashley Carrier,Principal
Company Email:info@190west.com
Hours of operation:
9-5 weekly
About:
As a local business owner, you’ve already invested good time and money creating a website to promote your small business. But chances are you still aren’t getting the traffic you were expecting. That’s because online marketing is more than just having a website. You need a plan to stand out from the crowd. But you’re too busy running your business to worry about website marketing.
190west is based in Central Massachusetts so we understand the local business community and pride ourselves on providing personalized service to all of our clients. And we have a proven record of increasing local traffic to websites just like yours. It’s easy to get started and the best marketing investment you can make for your business.
Vero Concepts Announcement
January 27, 2011 by admin
Filed under Member News
Vero Concepts is proud to announce that is now the Official Marketing Company for the Cove Amphitheatre. Our goal is to create brand awareness through both off and online marketing integration strategies.
The Cove Amphitheatre is the most intimate live concert venue in New England. With 65 years of music tradition, live concerts at Indian Ranch offer the music audience an opportunity to feel the artist in a unique setting. Every seat, nestled between the scent of pine trees, has a premier view of the stunning amphitheatre stage with the backdrop of the portrait cove of scenic Webster Lake.
Sundays are reserved for the Indian Ranch tradition…Country Music. This is truly “Nashville North” and from Traditional country artists to the New Nashville Sound the Cove Amphitheatre simply provides the best in the business for your live concert experience.
New this year, the Cove Amphitheatre is introducing the Sunset Concert Series on alternative evenings with the finest live entertainment from Classic Rock, Indie, Alternative and the premier Acoustic acts in the industry.
Here at Vero Concepts, we look forward to a long and healthy relationship with the Cove Amphitheatre. Make sure to sign up for the Cove’s mailing list, as well as becoming a fan on their Facebook page for the latest news, concert announcements and chances to win free tickets and merchandise.
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ANNOUNCEMENT:Vero Concepts is proud to announce that we will be working with Desiree’ Bassett!! She is an amazingly talented guitarist, and has an obvious love for the music she plays! We are happy to work with Desiree and look forward to a great relationship!
Desiree is a ripe 18 years old and has been playing guitar since she was 3!
She has been onstage with LEGENDS of rock like Sammy Hagar, Slash, The Marshall Tucker Band, Ted Nugent and more. She plays with a permanent smile, and after listening to her play the audience leaves with one as well. She plays with such ease that it’s hard to believe she is only a teenager.
While most girls are gossiping about mundane life issues, she is out playing venues and tearing up the stage with guitar solos that make grown men cry. Although small in stature, her playing stands tall above anyone she is onstage with.
Check out her Facebook page HERE
Website Design Solutions
Company Name:Website Design Solutions
Street Address:
41 Summer Street
Leominster, MA 01453
Company Website:http://timothycaron.com
Company Phone:978-822-8318
Primary Contact:Timothy Caron,Owner & Developer
Company Email:contact@timothycaron.com
Hours of operation:
Monday – Friday 9 to 6PM
Saturday’s 11 to 5PM
Internet based only.
About:
Welcome to Website Design Solutions by Timothy Caron.
I have been involved in website design and development for over 15+ years and would love to take your business to the next level.
Proficient in Wordpress
HTML5/CSS2
Photoshop & Fireworks
SEO &SEM (Search Engine Optimation)
Social Media Marketing
Email marketing and Lead Generation
Contact me anytime at 978-822-8318 during regularly scheduled hours or via email 24/7
IS 2011 THE YEAR OF RECOVERY?
January 25, 2011 by admin
Filed under Member News
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
JANUARY 2011
As we kick-off the new year and make resolutions to keep our resolutions, one question is still at the forefront of many minds. Will the housing market and the economy overall improve in 2011? Depending on what you’re reading or who you’re watching, the opinions of economists and real estate industry watchers are varied. It’s not easy to predict what the market will do in the coming year, especially without the help of a crystal ball. However there are some key indicators to follow.
Most agree that the housing market recovery is largely based on the recovery of the job market. Consumers will make a down payment and purchase a home when they feel financially stable and secure.
According to a U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report released in December, 28 states and the District of Columbia posted unemployment rate decreases from a year earlier though the national jobless rate approached 9.8 percent in November.
In December, the Labor Department issued statistics that showed applications for jobless insurance payments fell by 3,000 sending the average in December to the lowest level since August 2008, and fewer workers filed claims for unemployment possibly signaling that the U.S. job market is improving if only slightly.
Another indicator to watch is pending home sale statistics. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), pending home sales jumped in October, showing a positive uptrend since bottoming in June. The NAR Pending Home Sales Index rose 10.4 percent to 89.3 based on contracts signed in October from 80.9 in September. Of course the index remains 20.5 percent below when compared to the same time last year as buyers rushed to meet the Tax Credit deadline in 2009.
Overall, these numbers are positive, but we still have some way to go before a full recovery is realized. “It is welcoming to see a solid double-digit percentage gain, but activity needs to improve further to reach healthy, sustainable levels,” said Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist. “The housing market clearly is in a recovery phase and will be uneven at times, but the improving job market and consequential boost to household formation will help the recovery process going into 2011,” he said.
If you are in the process of buying or selling a home, it’s important to discuss these factors with your Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage sales professional. They will know how local unemployment rates and pending sales in your immediate area will impact your success. They can also review with you the included graph to determine how additional factors such as inventory levels and recent sales can affect your home purchase and home sale goals.
At Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, we are hopeful that 2011 will bring a revived economy and a stable housing market. We look forward to welcoming in the new year and assisting you with all your real estate needs in 2011 and beyond.
New England Cleaning
January 18, 2011 by admin
Filed under Professional Service
Company Name:New England Cleaning
Street Address:
383 hamilton st
Leominster, MA 01453
Company Website:www.newenglandcleaning.biz
Company Phone:(978) 210-9799
Company Fax:(978) 728-4523
Primary Contact:Jean,Manager/Sales
Company Email:newenglandcleaning@gmail.com
Hours of operation:
24/7
About:
New England Cleaning is the full service cleaning company that small businesses and home owners can afford. We offer the best in daily office cleaning, janitorial services, and commercial cleaning services. If you’re a small, medium, or large business and you have cleaning needs, we offer the following:
- Janitorial Services
- Carpet Cleaning
- Floor Maintenance
- Office Cleaning
- Window Cleaning
- Clean-Outs
- High Dusting
New England Cleaning is a family business. Our belief is that the values we teach our children should be applied in the business world at all times. There are no double standards. As a client of ours, you will always receive the respect, integrity, honesty and dedication that you should expect from any service provider. We are fully insured and bonded.
Curves & Zumba
January 10, 2011 by admin
Filed under Member News
Curves International, the 30-minute women’s circuit training, and Zumba, the popular Latin dance/exercise program, have joined forces.
“It combines Curves’ strength-training program—which can burn up to 500 calories in just 30 minutes—with fun, energetic Zumba moves.
During the introductory period, Curves will let members and non-members try Curves Circuit with Zumba Fitness classes FREE for one week.
Call to schedule your appointment. We are getting booked up fast. It’s a workout but feels like a party!
Ramsey Rehab Lecture Series
January 6, 2011 by admin
Filed under Member News
Next Lecture Series
January 25th, 6:30pm. Leominster Office (39 Cinema Blvd. Leominster, MA 01453)
Staying a BREAST of your Health with Physical Therapy!
Any type of treatment related to breast cancer, such as radiation, mastectomy, lumpectomy, or reconstruction can cause the soft tissues around the shoulder, chest, neck, and under arms to be affected. Tightness, stiffness, pain, and weakness may occur which can result in decreased mobility of your arm and loss of function. We can help you with the following:
- Posture
- Upper body strength
- Shoulder, neck, and spine flexibility
- Soft tissue work for breast adhesions or scar adhesions
- Exercise programming for home or gym
Come to our January FREE lecture on this topic to learn information and exercises suitable for post-breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Contact Sarah at the Leominster office, sarah@ramseyrehab.com for more information.
Thank You!
Danielle Phaneuf
Marketing/First Impressions
Ramsey Rehab, Inc.
39 Cinema Blvd.
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 466-6677
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE-Local Curves Commends Member on 1,000 Workouts
January 4, 2011 by admin
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Donna DiMarzio
Owner
Curves of Leominster
978-534-4600 978-534-4600
curvesofleominster@verizon.net
Local Curves Commends Member on 1,000 Workouts
Women’s fitness franchise in Leominster recognizes MaryAnn Grady on her significant milestone
Leominster, MA (Grassroots Newswire) 1/4/2011 — Each day a member completes a workout, Curves of Leominster views it as a milestone. But it’s not every day that a member can celebrate their 1,000th workout!
MaryAnn Grady, a Curves of Leominster member, was recently recognized for her completion of 1,000 workouts. MaryAnn will be presented her with her 1000 workout tee shirt on her next workout day. Let’s all congratulate her on her accomplishments.
“We are absolutely thrilled with MaryAnn for demonstrating such commitment and dedication to reaching her goals. She is a true inspiration to all of us at Curves of Leominster, as well as all of our members,” said Donna DiMarzio, owner of Curves of Leominster, located at 448 Lancaster Street. “MaryAnn’s achievement is creating a buzz in the club and we’re excited to share that with everyone, including the local community.”
MaryAnn has been a Leominster Curves member now for 6 years. The Curves staff is very proud of her accomplishments to date. She is very committed of becoming a stronger healthier woman. Congratulations MaryAnn, you go girl!
Curves’ exercise program consists of thirty minutes of exercise three times a week, during which participants work all major muscle groups and receive a great cardio workout. It includes all five components of a complete exercise program: warm-up, strength training, cardio, cool down, and stretching.
In addition to a proven workout plan, Curves of Leominster offers various programs to help motivate and assist women in obtaining a healthy lifestyle, including: CurvesSmart™ personal coaching system, a new technology pioneered by Curves that offers a precision designed workout, moment to moment feedback and progress reports to keep members motivated while they work out; and www.CurvesComplete.com, an online weight-loss subscription service that provides subscribers with diet and fitness information, tools, experts and motivation to achieve their weight-loss goals.
For more information about Curves of Leominster, or MaryAnn Grady’s accomplishment, please contact Donna or any of her staff at 978-534-4600 978-534-4600 or visit www.curves.com or curvesofleominster.com.
About Curves
Curves works every major muscle group with strength training, cardio and stretching in every 30 minute workout. Gary Heavin and his wife Diane are considered the innovators of the express fitness phenomenon that has made exercise available to more than four million women worldwide. With more than 10,000 locations in dozens of countries, Curves is the world’s largest fitness franchise. For more information, please visit: www.curves.com
