Our very talented photographer, Shoey Sindel captured this great shot of our chapter - Shoey definitely knows the magic words to say to get us all to smile!
chapter of BNI | Thursdays 7-8:30am @ the Jazz Cafe, 2087 Addison St., Berkeley, CA | Visitors always welcome!
Better Referral Network
Our very talented photographer, Shoey Sindel captured this great shot of our chapter - Shoey definitely knows the magic words to say to get us all to smile!
Welcome to our newest members!
In the last few months, our membership has grown. We're happy to welcome the following new members to our group:
- Michael Tertes Business Coach (510-610-5373 email Michael www.IntegrityforReal.com)
- Karen Moss Realtor (510-282-3853 email Karen www.MarvinGardens.com)
- Laura Natkins Architect (415-519-4302 email Laura)
- Carmela Lieras, Personal Trainer (510-525-1477 email Carmela www.fitness-evolved.com)
- Rae Lovko, Personal Injury Attorney (510-859-7377 email Rae www.lovkoandking.com)
- Julie Hicks, Landscape Maintenance (510-390-0690 email Julie www.HahnandHicks.com)
- Heather Headley, Mortgage Broker (510-339-5939 email Heather)
Congratulations to Us — We 're a Million-Dollar Chapter!
Last term, we surpassed our 2010-2011 goal of earning $600,000 for our chapter, exceeding our "pie-in-the-sky" vision of being a $1 MILLION Chapter by $23,301!
This proves that there is something to be said for setting your sights high. We have a motivated group of business professionals who love a challenge.
This year, our goal is to generate $1.5 MILLION. Our vision of being a $2 MILLION chapter of 40 members guides us forward."
This proves that there is something to be said for setting your sights high. We have a motivated group of business professionals who love a challenge.
This year, our goal is to generate $1.5 MILLION. Our vision of being a $2 MILLION chapter of 40 members guides us forward."
We're on Facebook!
For a little more insight into our group, you can always check out our facebook page: go to
www.facebook.com & search for better referral network.
Our page is updated by members frequently - check it out!
www.facebook.com & search for better referral network.
Our page is updated by members frequently - check it out!
Berkeley Business Referral Network | BNI
We are looking for business professionals who want to grow their businesses. As entrepreneurs living and working in the Berkeley, California area, we invite you to consider the mutually profitable prospect of becoming a part of our growing network for a mutually profitable business association.
BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world, and it has a unique twist. We accept only one person per professional specialty in each chapter. If you are accepted into membership, you will lock out your competition. Our network functions as your extended sales force through the world's most effective form of advertising, word of mouth! Our purpose is to provide referrals to you when we encounter persons looking for goods and services that you can provide. And likewise, we expect you to provide leads to us.
Is BNI right for you? We welcome you to visit our chapter to find out. Bring plenty of business cards, and take the opportunity to network with dozens of Berkeley business professionals. The cost for visitors is $15, and breakfast is included. We meet at 7 a.m. every Thursday morning at the Jazzcaffè, 2087 Addison Street, in Berkeley. There's plenty of free street parking before 9 a.m.
BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world, and it has a unique twist. We accept only one person per professional specialty in each chapter. If you are accepted into membership, you will lock out your competition. Our network functions as your extended sales force through the world's most effective form of advertising, word of mouth! Our purpose is to provide referrals to you when we encounter persons looking for goods and services that you can provide. And likewise, we expect you to provide leads to us.
Is BNI right for you? We welcome you to visit our chapter to find out. Bring plenty of business cards, and take the opportunity to network with dozens of Berkeley business professionals. The cost for visitors is $15, and breakfast is included. We meet at 7 a.m. every Thursday morning at the Jazzcaffè, 2087 Addison Street, in Berkeley. There's plenty of free street parking before 9 a.m.
Our Chapter Goal for Closed Business
Last term, we surpassed
our Chapter Goal of $600,000
for closed business generated by our members.
We are a MILLION DOLLAR CHAPTER !!
Our GOAL for this term - ending September 30, 2012 is:
$1,500,000
Our new VISION is
2 MILLION DOLLARS
in business generated by our members
Current Membership List
BNI-BRN Membership list
- Laura Anderson Graphic Designer
415-845-4386 email Laura
www.lauraandersonart.com - Richard Burg Chiropractor
510-843-1234 email Richard
www.DrRichardBurg.com - Lisa B. Cain Web Design and Marketing
510-558-1534 email Lisa
www.MarketingU.com - Rebecca Cates Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
415-573-6168 email Rebecca
www.RebeccaCates.com - Mike Clauson, Farmer's Insurance Agent,
510-839-3276 email Mike - Heather Headley, Mortgage Broker 510-339-5939 email Heather www.masonmcduffiemortgage.com
- Julie Hicks Landscaping
510-390-0690 email Julie www.hahnandhicks.com - Marty Kaliski Auto Maintenance and Repair
510-374-4279 email Marty
Marty's website - Clay Kirchenbauer Jeweler
510-339-6269 email Clay
www.ckjewelrydesigns.com - Katherine Korlacki Organizing Professional
510-525-3310 email Katherine
www.KKorlacki.com - Elizabeth Korza Naturopathic Primary Care Doctor
510-845-8600 email Elizabeth
www.berkeleynaturopathic.com - Walter Liebe Electrician
510-508-4095 email Walter
Walter Liebe's website - Carmela Lieras, Personal Trainer
510-525-1477 email Carmela
www.fitness-evolved.com - Rae Lovko, Personal Injury Attorney
510-859-7377 email Rae
www.lovkoandking.com - Cynthia Lubow, Psychotherapist 510-525-2341 www.womenspsychotherapy.com
- Aviva Morger Hair Stylist
510-849-0306 email Aviva
www.KeterSalon.com - Karen Moss Realtor
510-282-3853 email Karen
www.MarvinGardens.com - Laura Natkins Architect
415-519-4302 email Laura - Arturo Nieto Auto Repairs & Collision
510-815-4427 email Arturo
Continental Bodyshop website - David Ourisman Travel Agent
510.647.8444 email David
Luxury Travel website - Yaron Rosenthal Computer Consulting
510-652-4101 email Yaron - Lan Shaw Financial Advisor
510-704-8854 email Lan
Edward Jones website - Shoey Sindel Photographer
510-917-0659 email Shoey
www.ShoeySindel.com - Jim Spain Painting Contractor
510-620-0164
email Gate View Painting
Gate View Painting Co., Inc. - Eric Sterken General Contractor
510-710-1985 email Eric www.EJBuildersInc.com - Michael Tertes Business Coach
510-610-5373 email Michael
www.IntegrityforReal.com - Michèle Voillequé Soprano, Music Educator
510-552-8160 email Michele
MV Musik website - Tova Zeff Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney
510-593-8393 email Tova Meetings: 7:00 - 8:30am on Thursdays at Jazzcaffe, 2087 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA
Karen Moss | Realtor
Direct: (510) 282-3853 Office Phone: (510) 527-9111 Ext 113 Mobile: (510) 282-3853 Fax: (510) 527-7782 Email: karenmoss@marvingardens.com Real Estate License: 00963704 |
Michèle Voillequé | Soprano, Music Educator
If you can speak in complete sentences, hear the difference between a statement and a question, and have ever yawned, Michèle Voillequé can help you improve your singing voice. Michèle is a classically-trained soprano and certified Orff-Schulwerk teacher who specializes in private voice and music lessons for children and adults. Lessons are playful and individualized, taught one-on-one and in larger groups. Her students currently range in age from 5 to 90 -- it's never too early or late to find your natural voice.
Contact Michèle at 510-552-8160 or singermv@gmail.com
Lisa B. Cain | Marketing
I am Lisa Cain and I am the founder of MarketingU.
I invite you to kick your marketing up to the next level by learning and doing! I have been passionate about marketing since I started taking MBA level marketing classes in the early 90s. I went on to earn a Master’s of Marketing and a PhD in marketing (both from the Wharton School of Business).
MarketingU.com is based on the idea that small business owners can benefit from learning the same marketing concepts taught in MBA programs but customized for an action-oriented entrepreneur.
I offer workshops, boot camps, consulting and more to support you in meeting your business and marketing goals.
MarketingU. Learn It. Do It.
Contact at 510-517-1935 or via email:lisa@marketingu.com
Dr. Elizabeth Korza | Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Elizabeth Korza is licensed as a primary care, Naturopathic Medical Doctor. She received her doctorate from the National College of Natural Medicine (NCNM) in Portland, Oregon. While at NCNM, she completed an exclusive 3-year clinical mentorship program in women's health, along with 200+ additional hours of training in herbal and homeopathic medicine. Her practice at the Berkeley Naturopathic Medical Group focuses primarily on issues related to women's health including gynecology, endocrinology, fertility, gastroenterology and chronic disease, as well as preventative medicine.
Dr. Elizabeth Korza has long been driven by two main beliefs: that the body has an innate ability to heal itself, and that each of us has a right to optimal health and wellness. Following the naturopathic tenet, 'Treat the Whole Person', she works with the individual as a whole, to find and treat the root causes of disease and imbalances in health. She does so through well researched natural medicine options including botanical medicine, homeopathy, clinical nutrition, physical medicine and detoxification.
Dr. Korza understands that treating the whole person is more important than treating a diagnosis. Rather than viewing symptoms as a focus for treatment, she utilizes them as clues to the underlying imbalances. Her work as a naturopathic doctor centers on the totality of each individual, with treatments aimed at restoring balance biochemically, physiologically, structurally, nutritionally, emotionally, and energetically.
Treating people as individuals requires time and energy on the part of both the doctor and the patient. As a patient of Dr. Korza's, you will be asked to take an active role in your pursuit of optimal health. Rather than offering a "quick fix", Dr. Korza will guide you on your journey toward realizing your optimal health potential.
Contact Elizabeth at 510-845-8600 or at drkorza@gmail.com
Rebecca Cates | Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs
Rebecca is a licensed Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Herbalist with a Masters of Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from American College Of Traditional Chinese Medicine, in San Francisco.
She has been providing gentle, relaxing acupuncture since 2002 to effectively treat a wide variety of health issues, including chronic and acute pain, digestive discomfort, fatigue, PMS, insomnia, anxiety, depression, stress, weight loss support and fertility concerns.
She also has advanced training in Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation techniques and micro-current therapy.
Rebecca focuses her treatments and herbal prescriptions to address the individual needs of each patient, whether working on immediate pain relief or ongoing wellness care. She is a great listener and clear communicator, and often gives lifestyle and nutritional advice and support to compliment the in-office sessions.
“I bring to my treatment table, 17 years of bodywork experience, as well as an accessible and easy going manner. I believe in life-long learning and enjoy sharing what I learn with my patients. I demystify a medicine that can seem exotic, so my patients feel comfortable incorporating it into their self care.” - Rebecca Cates
Contact Rebecca at 415-573-6168 or at rebecca@rebeccacates.com
Tova L. Zeff | Business Attorney | Estate Planning, Elder Law, VA Claims
Tova L. Zeff's practice consists of two parts: 1) estate planning and probate, elder law, and VA benefits; and (2) legal services for small businesses, non-profits, start-up companies, and growing organizations. For over 23 years, she’s helped clients navigate legal challenges and protect themselves throughout the stages of their personal lives, and though their business’ lifecycle.
Her estate planning and probate, elder law, and VA practice includes:
- consultation on the estate planning process; what to do when a loved one dies, including probate; trust administration, and initial steps;
- drafting wills, trusts, advance health care directives, powers of attorney, etc.;
- prenuptial agreements;
- elder law issues; and
- VA benefits (Aid and Attendance).
In January 2011, Tova participated in Golden Gate University School of Law's Beat the Clock MCLE program. Her session was titled, POWERS OF ATTORNEY: Their Importance and Usefulness. In 2011, Tova offered several workshops on creating a California Advance Health Care Directive.
For BNI referrals, Tova offers a complimentary one-half hour telephone consultation.
Walter Liebe | German Master Electrician
Walter Liebe is a German Master Electrician with more than 25 years of experience. Walter specializes in upgrading existing electrical installations in residential buildings. His services include troubleshooting electrical problems, upgrading electrical panels, installing and replacing water heaters, modernizing old installations, repairing wiring, and installing indoor and outdoor lighting to illuminate your life without wasting energy. Fully licensed in the Bay Area, Walter can respond quickly and reliably to your electrical needs.
Email Walter with questions or a service request.
David Ourisman | Travel Consultant
David Ourisman has a life-long love of travel. He has traveled throughout the United States, Canada, Asia, the South Pacific, and Europe including extended study trips in France. A dedicated adventure and active traveler, David is the veteran of four Backroads tours.For David, travel provides the joy of coming into contact with different cultures and cuisines and the opportunity for artistic expression. On every trip, David captures distinctive landscapes with his camera. In fact, the spectacular photographs featured throughout this website were taken by David on his many travels.
As one of a handful of members in the first mentoring group assembled by renowned travel agency Sterling Brownell, David has been educated in planning travel to exceed all expectations. His clients appreciate his strong travel background and his intelligent and intuitive approach to the art of travel planning.
Yaron Rosenthal | Computer Consulting
I offer Windows PC and Mac consulting, repair, maintenance and backup. We also build networks (this can include the actual wiring); resolve issues with routers, modems and problems relating to service providers such as Broadband and mail/web hosting. An ideal client for me is a small business with multiple PCs, Macs or mixed platform environment. Our clients include schools, churches, dental offices.
Dr. Richard Burg, DC | Chiropractor
Dr. Richard Burg is a licensed Chiropractor serving the Berkeley community.
Dr. Richard Burg has been freeing people from pain in his clinic in Berkeley, CA. As a Chiropractor with experience, Dr. Burg is committed to promoting the health and well being of his patients.
Dr. Burg uses a "whole person approach". This approach to wellness means looking for underlying causes of any disturbance or disruption (which may or may not be causing symptoms at the time) and make whatever interventions and lifestyle adjustments that would optimize the conditions for normal function. Using this unique approach, Dr. Burg is able to help you to accelerate and/or maintain your journey to good health.
Contact Richard at 510-843-1234 or www.DrRichardBurg.com
Arturo Nieto | Automobile Collision Repair
Continental Auto Body's commitment to their customers is to always provide quality customer service. Their customers are the reason they are in business, and continue to remain in business. They see it as their duty to meet their customer needs by responding to their request in a timely fashion.
Whether you want to economically restore your older vehicle’s original appearance, touch up your leased vehicle’s finish or return your damaged newer car to showroom condition, Continental has the perfect repair and pricing options.
Each and every vehicle repaired receives a written limited lifetime warranty for workmanship and defects, for as long as the customer owns his/her vehicle.
Whether you want to economically restore your older vehicle’s original appearance, touch up your leased vehicle’s finish or return your damaged newer car to showroom condition, Continental has the perfect repair and pricing options.
Each and every vehicle repaired receives a written limited lifetime warranty for workmanship and defects, for as long as the customer owns his/her vehicle.
Contact Arturo Nieto at 510-524-0563 continentalautobody@yahoo.com Website: www.continentalautobodyalbany.com
Marty Kaliski | Auto Maintenance and Repair
Marty Kaliski, owner of Marty's Motors has lived in the Bay Area since 1970 and has been repairing cars since 1975. A New York transplant, he much prefers living in the Bay Area.
Marty's Motors has been at its present location for 12 years and has won many awards for his service including 'Best Car Repair' in the East Bay Express Best of The Bay issue and the El Cerrito Chamber of Commerce 'Best Small Business' award. Marty's Motors has been on the Better Business Bureau's Honor Role for 5 consecutive years.
Marty's Motors has a 3 year/36,000 mile warranty on all its repairs and offers free local towing, free loaner cars and free rides home or to work in the local area. For more information, call 510-374-4279 or go to Marty's website www.martysmotors.com.
Katherine Korlacki | Professional Organizer
Contact Katherine at 510-525-3310 - kkorlacki@aol.com - www.kkorlacki.com
Clay Kirchenbauer | Jewelry Designer
I am a jewelry artisan and designer with more than two decades professional experience, bringing to life the special jewelry pieces that commemorate the special occasions of your life.
Whether you find an inspiring design from my pre-existing creations or we collaborate to create a new design with a special meaning for you, what I offer is the personal.
Fine jewelry is a very personal item - often worn daily, for years and even passed down through generations. Style, quality, fit and finish all play important roles in personal satisfaction with a jewelry piece. Satisfying my clients' visions and quality expectations has been my passion for more than two decades now.
Contact Clay at 510-339-6269 or clay@ckjewelrydesigns.com
Eric Sterken | General Contractor
Prior to moving to California in 2007, I owned and operated my own construction company in Grand Rapids, Michigan called Green Bear Builders. My main focus was buying land, building new houses, and selling them. I also did commercial and residential construction and remodeling.
Before starting Eric Sterken Construction in the fall of 2009, I worked for two prominent San Francisco construction companies as Foreman and Supervisor.
In addition to building, I also love the design process.
Why Choose Eric Sterken Construction?
We pride ourselves on a job well done. Your satisfaction, both during and after the job is completed, is our priority. We have the years of experience and the skills required to make your building and remodeling dreams come true, and the respect and exceptional service to make sure the process isn’t a nightmare! Our estimates are clear and correct from the start; there are no surprises or added costs- what you see is what you get!
Ask about our two year warranty.
What Our Customers Are Saying About Us
“I highly recommend Eric Sterken’s services- I was extremely pleased with Eric’s level of professionalism, experience, and quality of work.” --Dawn Turner
“I really appreciate his friendliness, positive can-do attitude, easy to communicate with, excellent quality of work.” --Diane Jarmolow
Services Offered
We take on jobs of all sizes, large and small. Building new structures, remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, handyman fixes, painting, hanging blinds, doors, windows, decks, planter boxes, custom furniture, cabinets, design, finish work.
Contact us at 510-710-1985 or Sterken.Eric@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Aviva Morger | Hair Stylist
Aviva Morger is the newest stylist at Keter Salon. She began her career in San Diego in 1999 and just recently moved to the Bay Area. She is enthusiastic about hair and loves cutting, coloring and styling to achieve her clients' desired looks. Her mission is to achieve the perfect balance of face shape, lifestyle, and at-home hair care and maintenance for her clients.
Aviva is inspired by the colors, shapes and beats found in art, fashion, and music, and is reinvigorated in the everyday beauty found in nature. She works hard at educating herself and her clients on the latest and greatest in the hair world through formal education, magazines and a pure love of fashion. She says, "Hair is the most important accessory that we wear every day of our life, why wouldn't we want it to be the best that it can be?!"
In 2001, she competed in the Davines Global Style contest, where her partner and she placed 1st in North America. From that it was off to Rome, Italy to compete for the Global position. It was there that they won 3rd place and had a fabulous time shopping and enjoying the incredible sites!!
Aviva has a strong color background as she was a color educator for 5 years with Davines North America. She also has extensive haircutting training from Rusk, Vidal Sassoon and TIGI and more color training with L'Oreal Professional.
She is very excited to build her career here. Aviva looks forward to experience the influence NorCal has on fashion, hair, and style. She says the beauty of the people and landscape of Berkeley has already been so welcoming and inspirational to her.
You can reach Aviva at 510-849-0306 or aviva.ruth.morger@gmail.com
Laura Anderson | Graphic Designer
Julie Hicks | Landscaping Services
Julie Hicks and Darcy Hahn have won awards from the American Institute of Architecture and Berkeley Heritage Association. Their garden designs have been featured in Sunset magazine and have been included in the Bay Area Garden Tour.Julie works with clients to develop outdoor spaces that please on both esthetic and practical levels. Combining her love of gardens and design with her doctorate in psychology, Julie uses her design training and knowledge of local and ornamental flora to help give clients their dream gardens.
Together, Darcy and Julie provide clients with spaces that are livable, useable and beautiful.
Laura Natkins, Architect | www.natkinsarchitect.com
Laura is a California licensed architect as well as a LEED AP and a Certified Green Building Rater/Advisor. Originally from NYC, she received her MArch from Harvard Graduate School of Design and then moved to the Bay Area in 1979. She honed her skills at several Sf and East Bay firms while working on a wide range of projects before setting up her own shop in 1995.
Laura brings to the table a love of collaboration, Through listening, questioning, observing and interpreting she explores the needs and wishes of her clients, seeking solutions that fit the client, the context, the budget, and the environment.
Committed to the principle of the “right-sized” house she helps her clients see how they can make better use of the space they have and develop its character and quality before adding more.
Regardless of size, each project receives Laura's personal attention; in fact, small changes that have a big impact are her specialty; building less is the greenest solution.
http://www.natkinsarchitect.com/
Cynthia W. Lubow | MS, MFT
Cynthia is a licensed psychotherapist who has been in private practice, specializing in women's issues, PTSD and depression, for over 25 years. She has a BA in Psychology, a Master's degree in Clinical Counseling, and she trained at the Women's Therapy Center in the psychology of women.Cynthia listens carefully and empathically, and she will always be kind, but she is not a therapist who says nothing but "uh huh" and "how do you feel about that?" She constantly adjusts to be responsive to your needs as they change. She can help you explore the root of what is causing you to suffer, as well as all sides of any issue,including those you don't initially see.
Cynthia also has 19 years experience using EMDR, an amazingly effective treatment for trauma. Treating with EMDR, Cynthia has had the priveledge of watching people's phobias, sadness, guilt, panic, flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance behaviors, anxiety and misery melt away almost magically.
Over the past 25 years, she has worked with, written books and articles about, and lectured on a number of topics, including:
- depression
- PTSD
- survivors of abusive, neglectful or mismatched parents
- grief and loss
- infertility
- parenting
- shame
- addictions
- homophobia/heterosexism
- spiritual cynicism
Success Stories:
"I noticed real shifts following that EMDR session we did a few weeks ago..."
"I feel amazed at how much this is changing in my life... and I know that the EMDR session with you played a big role. "
"Thanks so much, Cynthia, for your wisdom, healing presence, and emotional girth! You have helped me make some tremendous shifts in what felt like immovable stuff before!"
Cynthia W. Lubow MS MFT
www.WomensPsychotherapy.com
www.EMDRinAction.com
www.Psychotherapy-Websites.com
510-525-2341
Our Contact Spheres
Trades:
Walter Liebe, Electrician
Jim Spain, Painter
Eric Sterken, Contractor
Health and Wellness:
Richard Burg, Chiropractor
Rebecca Cates, Acupuncturist
Elizabeth Korza, ND
Aviva Morger, Hairdresser
Michele Voilleque, Music Teacher/Singer
Carmela Lieras, Personal Trainer
Special Events:
Laura Anderson, Graphic Design
Clay Kirchenbauer, Jewelry Designer
Aviva Morger, Hairdresser
David Ourisman, Travel Consultant
Shoey Sindel, Photographer
Michele Voilleque, Music Teacher/Singer
Automobile Related:
Mike Clauson, Insurance
Marty Kaliski, Auto Repair
Arturo Nieto, Collision and Body Shop
Business Services:
Laura Anderson, Graphic Designer
Lisa Cain, Marketing
Mike Clauson, Insurance
Katherine Korlacki, Professional Organizer
Yaron Rosenthal, Computer Services
Rae Lovko, Personal Injury Attorney
Tova Zeff, Estate Attorney
Financial Services:
Mike Clauson, Insurance
Karen Moss, Realtor
Rae Lovko, Personal Injury Attorney
Tova Zeff, Estate Attorney
Lan Shaw, Financial Planner
Marketing Communications/Design/Web:
Laura Anderson, Graphic Design
Lisa Cain, Web Design
Shoey Sindel, Photography
Home Services:
Mike Clauson, Insurance Agent
Katherine Korlacki, Professional Organizer
Walter Liebe, Electrician
Karen Moss, Realtor
Eric Sterken, Contractor
Julie Hahn, Landscaper
Tova Zeff, Estate Attorney
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