Cruise Planners in Roswell Travel Agent magazine, a top travel industry publication, has named Michael Consoli of Cruise Planners in Roswell as a Top 25 All Star winner for 2016. Consoli was one of only a handful of travel professionals honored as an All Star, which highlights the best of the best in the travel industry.Consoli is indeed a top producer; as a franchise owner at Cruise Planners, he has repeatedly earned recognition as a top producing agent for Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Oceania Cruises, Azamara Club Cruises, Crystal Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. In the past year, he was also the first-ever travel agent to be honored by Viking Cruises as its Global Top Producing Agent.
Alpharetta Business Association The Alpharetta Business Association (ABA) is pleased to announce the donation of $5,000 to the Alpharetta High School Chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America (AHS FBLA). AHS FBLA chapter members donated service time to help the ABA with the successful execution of the 2016 Alpharetta Business Expo and Startup Technology Showcase. Students assisted exhibitors with set up, greeted attendees, promoted the days events on social media and worked diligently throughout the event to make it a success. Exhibitor survey results indicated an overwhelmingly positive view that the involvement of FBLA students in the Expo was substantial to its success. This FBLA Chapter will be competing on a national level in Anaheim in June. At last years FBLA National Conference in Atlanta, about one-third of the 140 chapter members who competed, succeeded in local, regional and state competitions, reaching the national event. ABA is pleased to make this donation in appreciation of their service to ABA and to help lighten the expense burden of a trip to the west coast, as they represent the Alpharetta community at the national competition.
Internal Medicine Specialists of Roswell Internal Medicine Specialists of Roswell has opened its doors under the leadership of Dr. Alexander Voljavec. Dr. Voljavec, board-certified physician in internal medicine, brings more than twenty years of practice experience to the Roswell community. His practice is located at 11685 Alpharetta Highway, Suite 270 in Roswell. Dr. Voljavec assists in chronic disease management, acute illness care and preventative care. He also brings extensive experience treating complicated hypertension and kidney disease. In addition, he provides comprehensive physical exams, hypertension and high cholesterol management, diabetes and thyroid disease treatment as well as expertise in insulin resistance, primary care of kidney disease, primary care sports medicine, comprehensive womens services, osteoporosis and bone densitometry.New patients may call 770-619-5100 to schedule an appointment, or visit RoswellMed.com for more information.
East Roswell Veterinary Hospital East Roswell Veterinary Hospital, located at 1570 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 110, is the culmination of three decades of experience in the veterinary field. Kimberly Kasmer van Beuren, D.V.M. began working as a kennel technician before becoming a veterinary nurse for ten years. Then, in 1995, she graduated from the University of Florida and immediately pursued specialized surgical training with an intent to become a boarded surgeon. Her love for animal rescue and surgery then led to years of work as a spay-neuter surgeon and shelter veterinarian. She built two successful veterinary practices in Florida before coming to Georgia. East Roswell Veterinary Hospital is the manifestation of her dream finally coming true! For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 770-363-3441.
Sanford Estates Something special is coming to Roswell just in time for the holidays! Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living for the active, independent senior is opening this month, featuring studio, one and two bedroom apartments, starting at $2195 per month. Experience the warmth of the luxurious, all-inclusive lifestyle, with no long-term leases or expensive buy-ins. Stay a month, or stay a while to enjoy unparalleled services and endless opportunities. Private tours are being held daily at 500 Walton Way in Roswell, east of GA 400, at the corner of Holcomb Bridge Road and Scott Road, nestled in one of Roswells tree-lined communities. Please contact Cynthia Giubardo or Lynn Barbee to schedule your visit today at 770-649-7452, or for more information, visit SeniorLivingInStyle.com/senior_living/Roswell_GA/zip_30076/hawthorn_retirement_group/12062.
The Chandlery The Chandlery is having a retirement sale! Mary Anne and Jim Johnson are celebrating their retirement after almost forty years. The sale will progress through the end of the year, including all merchandise and fixtures. Mary Anne and Jim Johnson opened The Chandlery in 1977 in a 400-sq.-ft., clapboard building at the Roswell Square on S. Atlanta Street. In 1990, The Chandlery moved to Canton Street and provided collectible houses, French linens, Christmas decor, fine china, tabletop, childrens gifts, local artists wares and much more. The Chandlery has been a retail pillar to the city of Roswell, and the Johnson Family is so thankful to the Roswell community for its support. They are also grateful to have been able to give to hundreds of charities and non-profits along the way, as that is what makes a community such as Roswell special. For more information, please call 770-891-6630. The Chandlery is located at 950 Canton Street in Roswell.
Local CPAP eSnore & Sleep has moved to a new, larger office in Alpharetta and is now called Local CPAP. The new store is located just east of Highway 400, between Windward Parkway and McFarland Parkway.Just as their new name implies, Local CPAP is 100% committed to local service, local same-day delivery and low prices on all CPAPs, masks, accessories and supplies. They have developed a new robust, interactive website and have the largest inventory of CPAP-related products in the southeast. Two Stores Double the Purchasing Power, Double the Savings!!!Their business model has worked so well in Atlanta, that they opened a second store in Miami. Two stores give them greater purchasing power and volume discounts from manufacturers that no other single store can match. For more information, call 404-220-7635, or visit LocalCPAP.com.
VENZA VENZA, a company that delivers security solutions to the hospitality industry, collected food for an organization at Crabapple Middle School called Huskies Helping Huskies (HHH). Quarterly, the VENZA team fires up the grill and plays hooky on a Friday afternoon to celebrate our relationships and the great work we do together, explained Daniel Johnson, VENZAs COO. Our company works to never lose sight of how fortunate we are. Its for that reason, each of our gatherings incorporates an element of community stewardship.To simply receive the abundant donation VENZA bestowed on our students is heartwarming at a minimum and a reminder of why our community is so special, said Becky Nelson, executive director of HHH. Nelson says the non-profits biggest focus is on families who do not have sustainable food for the weekends and holidays. For this months BBQ, VENZA employees collected non-perishable food items such as snacks, pasta, canned goods, peanut butter and more. These items will go directly to our identified students who simply do not have food in their home, said Nelson. For more information about how you can help, please check out Huskies Helping Huskies on Facebook or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Vinings Gallery Vinings Gallery recently hosted a weekend-long Grand Opening Celebration at its location in historic Roswell. Gallery owner Gary Handler was thrilled to welcome artists Gloria Lee, John-Mark Gleadow, Fabio Napoleoni, Zheng Li and local sculptor Chad Awalt to the grand opening events. Artists were on- hand to engage with collectors, speak to their work and dedicate pieces to collectors. Collectors and those new to the world of art are invited to come and explore historic Roswells newest gallery, located at 938 Canton Street, Roswell. For more information, call 770-545-8887.
Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the winners of its annual awards, honoring local businesses and nonprofit organizations for their commitment to their community. Recipients of these awards exemplify entrepreneurial spirit, dedication, hard work and sound business practices. The 2016 Business Persons of Excellence, Small Business Person of the Year and others were honored at the recent GNFCC Awards Breakfast. The 2016 Business Persons of Excellence are: Mary Becker Best Deal Movers Kurt Hilbert The Hilbert Law Firm, LLC Michael Lundmark Jekyll Brewing Dr. James Morrow Morrow Family Medicine Walter Woliver of Alpha Office Products was named the 2016 Small Business Person of the Year. The winner of this award serves as a role model and inspiration to others who are following their dreams of being a business owner. Candidates for this award are evaluated by growth and longevity, principal ownership and community involvement, innovation and response to adversity, and Chamber membership.The Chamber is proud to celebrate and support nonprofit leaders in its community. The Nonprofit Leader of the Year and the Community Impact Awards honor leaders for their extraordinary contributions on behalf of their organizations. The winners of the Community Impact Award are: Russell Hayes Habitat for Humanity-North Central Georgia, Inc. John McLaughlin North Metro Miracle League, Inc. Monica Oliveira STAR House Foundation Donna Smythe Child Development Association Kathy Swahn The Drake House Rachel Ewald of Foster Care Support Foundation is the 2016 Nonprofit Leader of the Year. This award celebrates nonprofit leaders in North Fulton for their dedication to the service and welfare of others. Robert Farley of Georgia Ensemble Theatre was named the first recipient of the 2016 Nonprofit Vision Award. This award honors the visionaries in the community who abound with creativity and passion, making a difference in the places where North Fulton residents live, work and play. During the ceremony, Miss Tillie ONeal-Kyles of Every Woman Works received the Lifetime Achievement Award. This award recognizes individuals who have provided outstanding service and accomplishments throughout their career.