Suburban Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Ann Arbor

The ALL-NEW SUBURBAN CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM OF ANN ARBOR, now located at 3900 Jackson Rd. in Ann Arbor, welcomes all to visit our new facility which provides a spacious, open floor environment, huge customer waiting area with two wide screen TV’s, comfortable lounging, work/charging stations, WIFI, reading material, coffee/drinks and various snacks. Our service department offers 3 entry lanes, 23 hoists for prompt attention to all service needs, a multi-lane quick lube center, heavy duty truck service, and separate vehicle prep area, plus a new car wash. The parts department has tripled in size now allowing the convenience to inventory parts for quicker service and immediate customer needs.

Our spacious showroom provides a warm relaxed atmosphere. Inventory, all of it, on site. A glass enclosed vehicle delivery area provides no distractions for a complete detailed vehicle operations review. The second floor hosts (2) private conference areas, private accounting area with huge file storage, private BDC department, executive offices, 2nd floor parts storage, plus kitchen and dining area for employees…the list goes on and on.

From our entire staff…

Stop in and feel the spirit of the All-New Suburban Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Ann Arbor.

We’d love to show you around.

Club Pilates

 

Pure to Joseph Pilates’ original Reformer-based Contrology Method, but modernized with group practice and expanded state-of-the-art equipment, Club Pilates offers high-quality, life-changing training at a surprisingly affordable price. No matter your level of fitness, there’s a Pilates class for you. It’s more than just Reformers. We teach classes using TRX, Barre, Exo-Chair, Bosu ball, mats, rollers, and more. We believe that Pilates is the path to a fuller, more satisfying physical existence. We believe that being in control of your body helps you to be in control of your life. And best of all, we believe that you can start anytime. To learn more please call (734) 887-1938 or email us at washtenaw@clubpilates.com. Do Pilates. Do Life.

Brinks Gilson & Lione celebrates 100 year anniversary in 2017

Ann Arbor, Mich. — Brinks Gilson & Lione, one of the largest intellectual property law firms in the U.S., and with a thriving office in Ann Arbor, is celebrating the firm’s centennial anniversary in 2017. The firm, which also has offices in Chicago, Durham, North Carolina; Indianapolis, Salt Lake City, Tampa, Florida; and Washington, D.C., was founded in Chicago in 1917 when Woodrow Wilson was President, the DowJones high was 98 and low was 66, a complete dinner in New York City cost $1.50, Charlie Chaplin was a superstar, and the United States entered World War I.

The Ann Arbor office opened in 2001, and Steven L. Oberholtzer has served the office as managing shareholder since shortly after that time.  Oberholtzer, who was just named patent law “Lawyer of the Year” for Ann Arbor by Best Lawyers in America© 2018 and has extensive experience as an attorney and engineer in the automotive industry, explained the firm’s decision to expand into Michigan.

“Brinks saw the strategic opportunities of opening an office in the high technology community of Ann Arbor with its close connections and proximity to the automotive technology businesses in Southeast Michigan,” Oberholtzer said, adding that office now has 27 staff members, including 15 attorneys and one patent agent. Office manager Kandi Lampkins has been with the Ann Arbor office since it opened.

In addition to the automotive field, the office’s areas of practice include biotech and pharmaceuticals, energy, medical devices, nanotechnology, and the electrical, mechanical and chemical fields. Reflecting on what it takes for a law firm to reach the 100-year milestone, Oberholtzer noted several factors.

“First, you need top-notch attorneys with a technical background who are dedicated to client service and have the capacity and desire to stay current and maintain their skills in swiftly evolving industry technologies and the evolutionary changes they bring to intellectual property law,” Oberholtzer  said. “But, equally important on the human capital side, there needs to be a team approach to business, and a family orientation that shows staff at all levels that we care about them and their personal and professional endeavors and commitments.”

Speaking about the centennial anniversary earlier this year, Brinks’ President Jim Sobieraj, who holds both engineering and law degrees from the University of Michigan, noted that as Brinks lawyers continue to focus their practice at the nexus of some of the world’s most complex and valuable innovations—in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, bioengineering, industrial manufacturing, electronics and software, medical devices, and related technologies—the firm expects to continue along its current successful arc.

“Innovation is a pillar of our country’s culture and economic success,” Sobieraj said. “Innovation leads to the need for IP protection and for good IP lawyers—people committed to IP because it’s their passion. That passion, together with the ability to adapt while staying true to our values, has been the key to our success and will drive Brinks forward.”

The firm held a centennial anniversary party in Chicago on October 12 for clients and friends of the firm.

Brinks Gilson & Lione

Celebrating its centennial year in 2017, Brinks Gilson & Lione is one of the largest intellectual property law firms in the US, and helps clients around the world to protect and enforce their intellectual property rights.  Our more than 140 lawyers, patent agents and scientific advisors assist clients in all aspects of patent, trademark, unfair competition, trade secret, and copyright law.  Brinks attorneys provide informed counsel with respect to innovations in a range of complex and valuable technologies, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, bioengineering, industrial manufacturing, electronics and software, and medical devices.  More information is at www.brinksgilson.com.

 

The Junior League of Ann Arbor

The Junior League of Ann Arbor (JLAA) is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Celebrating 35 years of community leadership this year, the JLAA has contributed more than 375,000 volunteer hours working directly in the community. The organization directs a variety of projects including:

  • Women in Leadership: an evening of speakers who share tips, strategies, and personal anecdotes about how to grow and thrive as leaders in our careers and communities.
  • Strong Moms Strong Girls: a program addressing the challenges of relational aggression. The goal of the program is to familiarize parents, educators, and caregivers with the uniqueness and intricacies of relational aggression.
  • Kids in the Kitchen: a national program which addresses the growing issue of childhood obesity through creative, interactive workshops aimed for children from pre-K through middle school. JLAA collaborates with their esteemed community partner, The Ann Arbor Hands on Museum, to provide workshops promoting healthy eating and lifestyles throughout the year.

Visit us at www.jlaa.org to learn more about our organization and apply to become a member today.

Habitat for Humanity Huron Valley

Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley (Habitat Huron Valley) strives to enrich our whole community through a legacy of affordable homeownership for low-income families. Habitat Huron Valley serves the Washtenaw County community through our affordable homeownership program, our Habitat Education Program, and our Home Improvement Program. In 2017, Habitat Huron Valley is renovating our 200th home, making us the number 1 affiliate in the country for number of renovations and number 8 for families served. Our three programs combined serve over 1,000 families annually. We are very thankful to be a part of and serve the Washtenaw County community. Learn how to become a part of the Habitat Huron Valley family at h4h.org and visit our Habitat for Humanity ReStore at 170 Aprill Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48103. The ReStore is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10:00am- 6:00pm.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®

At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® Ann Arbor we are proud to serve the South East Michigan area with ten trucks, 40 employees and 15,000 square feet of storage space!  We can meet any of your business or residential moving and storage needs from downsizing to relocating across town or anywhere in the United States. No request is too big or too small for TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® Ann Arbor. In our 15 years of being established in the Ann Arbor area, we have completed over 30,000 moves while earning a consistent 96 percent referral rate to prove that customer service is our top priority.  Owning a small business in Ann Arbor and being part of such a great community is also incredibly rewarding.  We are active members of the A2Y Chamber and support Friends in Deed, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, Girls On The Run of Southeastern Michigan, March of Dimes, Movers for Moms and Movers for Military.

The Flying Locksmiths Ann Arbor

The Flying Locksmiths Ann Arbor, is an all-inclusive mobile security provider. We encompass services ranging from basics of cutting and keying businesses and homes, all the way to card access systems, full commercial door replacements, panic devices, door closers and fully integrated master key systems.  It’s our mission to keep our customers’ property safe and secure. We serve both homeowners and business owners in Washtenaw county and the surrounding areas.

I love this question: “so, why are you FLYING locksmiths?”

Also quite popular: “what is up with the key guy on the van?”

The answer is that they are both key to the history of the TFL family business!

While training to become a pilot in 1946, our company’s founder, WWII veteran William McMenimon, Sr., needed a way to provide for his family. So, he started a locksmith company out of his jeep. Thus the name, and thus the classic pilot mascot – “Buzz”.  Seventy years later, the business is still running strong and franchising, the Ann Arbor office opened in October of 2016.  We plan to continue William’s legacy of providing top notch locksmith and security services to the community, at a fair price, using the highest quality parts, while staying true to family values.

We are eager to earn your business, contact us today via your preferred method, call us at 734-217-4323, email us at AnnArbor@flyinglocksmiths.com or visit on the web at www.flyinglocksmiths.com/ann-arbor.

General Systems Consulting & The LEAD Institute

Your partner in change and transformation in the areas of strategy, culture and change.

Every organization is different and becoming a high performance organization does not happen by accident. Since 1972 we’ve worked closely with clients to help them address the challenges associated with organizational performance, growth, learning and change. Our clients tell us our capabilities in Strategy, Culture, Leadership & Teamwork are the critical missing pieces to solving their high performance puzzle.

Take Advantage of our upcoming workshops or set up a no obligation meeting to start a conversation about solving your high performance puzzle.

Upcoming Workshops

Assertive Leadership & Influence for Women – June 7-8 <> Holiday Inn Zeeb Rd.

Leadership Skills & Style Development – June 27-29 <> The Ann Arbor Regent

LEAD Program for High Potential Managers – July 10-13 <> The Ann Arbor Regent

Enhancing Influence – August 10 <> Holiday Inn Zeeb Rd.

 

 

Wanderlark Travel

Wanderlark is a travel & event planning company specializing in customized, unique experiences.

Did you know that 34% of Americans didn’t take a single vacation day in 2016? That is just sad, considering psychological research shows that experiential purchases — including vacations — tend to make us happier than material purchases. Taking time off is necessary for your mental health and wellness. So, don’t be part of the 34%! Plan your summer vacation today with the help of Wanderlark, an Ann Arbor-based travel & event planning company. Wanderlark specializes in customized, unique experiences ranging from budget-friendly staycations in Michigan to two week honeymoons in Europe (and everything in between). Each itinerary is tailor-made, meaning you won’t get a cookie-cutter experience. Let us create your dream itinerary — contact us to get started!

 

Stites Financial, LLC

With over 25 years of experience, twin brothers Bob Stites and Rick Stites have specialized in employee benefits and retirement plans.

At Stites Financial, LLC, “an independent financial firm, where people come first”, we are able to focus on client service and investment products to ensure our clients receive a personalized plan that is just right for them. In addition to financial advising, we offer employee benefit plans, retirement plans, 401K and 403(b).

As opposed to corporate owned financial companies, our independent financial advisors will spend the time getting to know you and your business. We are able to exercise the freedom to identify insurance and investment products that match with your overall goals. We are not bound to selling one product or service.

Learn more about Stites Financial, LLC by visiting our website at www.StitesFinancial.com and check out our Learning Center to use our calculators, watch videos and more! You can also find us on Facebook and LinkedIn: Rick Stites LinkedIn & Bob Stites LinkedIn

You can contact us at 734-930-2330 or info@stitesfinancial.com to schedule a Complimentary Consultation and allow us the opportunity to earn your business and help achieve your financial future.