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8 A SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 ❚ SIUSLAW NEWS Women in Business Build • Create • Mentor • Transform • Strengthen Alice Brauer Christian Preschool I have lived in Florence for about 13 years and graduated from Siuslaw High School in 2008. After high school I attend- ed Western Oregon University where I graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Dance and Business. I have always worked with children doing various things in the communities that I Meggan Haslett Director/Owner have lived in. Owning my own preschool has always been a dream of mine and I am very grateful for the opportuni- ty to do so. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate Christina discovered Florence in September 1990 and decided after a 3 day visit to relocate from the Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area with her family. She has been selling the charm, ambiance and beau- ty of Florence ever since. She has served many years with the Central Board of Realtors in various posi- tions, and served on several committees for community fund raising events throughout the years. Christina Voogd Being a Realtor means more than selling Broker homes, it’s about people, family and the strong feeling of community. No sale or listing is too small or too large . There is a home and location for everyone and I am here ready to assist you with your hopes and desires when the time is right for you. I look forward to hearing from you so I can be of assistance. 2100 Spruce Street, Florence, Oregon abchristianprek@gmail.com 1875 Hwy 101 • Florence, OR 97439 www.callchristina.com • voogd@winfinity.com 1875 Hwy. 101 • Cell 541-999-0239 Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate Central Coast Disposal I was born in Vernonia, Ore., and moved to Roseburg when I was 4. I attended school there, including two years at Umpqua Community College, before receiving a degree in marketing/business with a minor in psychol- ogy at Oregon State University. When I was 25, my partner and I purchased the Gingerbread Village restaurant in Mapleton. In 1984, we also bought the Windward Inn in Florence. After four years, I left the Windward Inn in 1988 and solely focused on running the Gingerbread restaurant until 2004. After 25 years in the restaurant industry, I decided it Lynnette Wikstrom was time to do something else and chose to go Broker into real estate. In 2005, I joined the team at Coldwell Banker. I still thoroughly enjoy inter- acting with people and helping them fulfill their dreams of home ownership. This is a great community and I'm proud to call it home. 100 Hwy. 101, P.O. Box C, 541-997-7777 email: lynnette@cbcoast.com The Chicken Coop Tim and I arrived in Florence in August of 1974 after receiving degrees at Oregon State University. I retired from teaching after 32 years and in 2009 wanted a job with a ‘lunch hour’ I thought it would be fun to have a business, so I founded “The Chicken Coop on Maple”. My store has unique artwork, and of course, chickens and roosters!! Come by and meet with me... Here for you... Ellen... Ellen Henson Owner I helped my husband start Central Coast Disposal in May of 1999. With a few bookkeeping & accounting classes under my belt, I became office manager for our company. After 17 years, our business contin- ues to grow. My daughter, Clarita Thrall, joined us in July 2007 & has become a major asset to our compa- ny. She handles most phone calls, & has taken over the majority of our bookkeeping & accounts receivables. Lynne Twombly In April of 2011 we opened All About Owner Olives on Bay Street. We love olives & oils and thought it would be a fun store to own & manage. We enjoy trying new products to sell & love meeting all our customers from around the world who are visiting Florence. 5405 Hwy 101, Florence • 541-902-7554 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate Maureen has been serving the Florence real estate community since 1994 selling residential, land and com- mercial properties. She works with both Sellers & Buyers providing Knowledge, Experience, and Exceptional Service. Maureen has earned the Certified Residential Specialist designation CRS, Accredited Buyer Broker designation ABR, and GRI designation from Graduate Realtor Institute. She has earned the Fine Home Specialist designation and E- Certification for her expertise of the inter- net through E-commerce and communica- tions. Maureen Hewlett Broker 1875 Hwy. 101 • POB 276 • Florence, OR 97439 Office Phone: 541-997-6000 • Cell: 541-991-7794 maureensellsflorence.com • maureenhewlett.com maureen@oregonfast.net Cheveux Salon Denyse is celebrating her 28th year of making Florence beautiful. She moved to Florence in 1989 and then raised her family. Having opened her own salon in 2012 she has been very busy, but loving every Renner minute of it. Denyse has a Denyse Owner/ Stylist daughter, a son and three grandchildren. 351 Laurel Street, Florence • 541-997-3160 Dana Dane Insurance Eugene Foot & Ankle I’m originally from Seattle and moved to Oregon in 1988. Feeling a bit landlocked in Roseburg, my husband and I moved to Florence in 1994 because of the dunes, lakes, rivers and ocean. Aren’t we all for- tunate to live in such a beautiful place? I’ve been licensed since 1999 focusing primarily on senior products and employee benefits. Thank you, to all my clients who have graciously placed their trust in me. Dr. Sarah Rincker is a native of Effingham, Illinois. She completed her medical school at Des Moines University of Foot and Ankle Surgery in Iowa where she graduated Valedictorian of her class. While there, she received multiple awards and scholarships. Dr. Rincker then went on to three years of Foot and Ankle Surgical Residency Training at one of the top programs in the country, Grant Medical Center, in Columbus, OH. Dr. Rincker treats her patients like family and strives to educate so that a team approach can be made to provide the best treatment for each patient’s individual circumstance. In her spare time, Dr. Rincker enjoys spend- ing time with her husband. She will take any excuse to get outside, including fishing, kayak- ing, or playing fetch with her two dogs. She is very happy to be a member of such a wonderful community. Dana Dane Owner Sarah Rincker 129 Maple Street • 541-991-7739 hensen.ellen@gmail.com 1525 12th St., Suite C, Florence, OR danadaneinsurance@gmail.com 541-997-1410 www.eugenefootandankle.com 4480 Highway 101 Suite G, Florence Mon/Tues (541) 997-2319 Glo Tanning & Hair Salon Glo Tanning & Hair Salon Heceta Self Storage Hello, I have been in Florence now for 4 1/2 years. I am totally embracing the coastal weather and hairstyling. I strive in continuing my education and learning new and innovative ways to maintain- ing hair to it's healthiest best! I always use the best products, the cleanest and most toxic free for excellent hair health. I specialize in color and take great joy in help- ing clients come up with new ideas to update your look for a fresher you! Beverly Corley Owner and hairdresser Kristin has been doing hair for over 5 years. She has worked as a barber on mil- itary bases, a stylist in Las Vegas and is now putting her stamp on Florence. She specializes in cuts and color, including mens cuts. In her funtime she enjoys riding her horses, traveling, and spoiling her dog. Kristin Ankeny Owner Crystal Farnsworth and her husband Larry opened Heceta Self Storage in 2009. Crystal retired from her previous career as a French teacher in middle and high schools in Boulder, Colorado. She currently as president of the Rotary Club of Florence. Crystal enjoys her asso- ciations with Rotary Club, Community Chorus, French Club, Last Resort Players and with her church. She enjoys sewing, scuba diving, motorcycling, hiking, RVing and travel. Crystal has four grown children and eleven grandchildren. She loves Florence and the wonderful benefits of our community. Crystal Farnsworth Owner 138 Maple Street, Florence 541-590-9631 or 541-997-1488 138 Maple Street, Florence 541-590-9631 or 541-997-1488 87632 North Highway 101 • Florence 541-997-9702 Kreations Hair Studio Ocean Grinds Coffee Petal to the Metal Flowers Twila is the owner/operator of Kreations Hair Studio. She purchased the salon in the fall of 2014 and is happily celebrating her 2 year anniversary in Florence! She enjoys get- ting to know her clients and helping them with new styles, color, etc. Twila has been a stylist for over 20 years. She moved to the Oregon Coast from Idaho and is very glad she did. She loves everything about the Oregon Coast. Kreations Salon is proud to offer top quality products including Vegan products. Also offering full body waxing, facials, lash extensions, colors and cuts for both Men and Women as well as perms. Pedicures and nails are also being offered. Stop in and try our 12 minute tanning bed! You will be glad you did! Twila Lenington Owner 498 Highway 101, St. B • 541-997-8440 Like us on Facebook! Mary is a Siuslaw High Alumni from the Class of 2000. She spent time in Las Vegas before return- ing to Florence in 2006. She spent 10 years in hotel manage- ment and recently acquired Ocean Grinds Coffee at Heceta Beach Rd. and Hwy. 101. She is a mother of 4 boys, ages 8-15. Come visit Mary at Ocean Grinds Coffee for locally-themed drinks and helpful service. Robbyn Repp is in her second year owning and operating Petal to the Metal Flowers in downtown North Bend, serving Florence, Reedsport and the Coos Bay area. She has trans- formed the space into a comfortable, unique and natural setting by mixing eclectic and vin- tage styles. She’s giving a fresh update and new approach to flowers, plants and driftwood floral art sculpture. It is truly a new approach to the old brick and mortar flower shop you grew up with! She teaches classes from centerpieces, wreaths and other floral art; she will even let you make your own arrangements! Other perks include the option to arrange your own wed- Owner ding flowers, a ladies night out, and she’ll even host a private party for you and your friends for a reasonable fee. Need a tuxedo? She has tuxedos and suit rentals for prom, weddings any occasion. Dare to be different and look outside the box at Petal to the Metal Flowers and Steele Tuxedo. Robbyn Repp Mary Hahn Owner 87738 Hwy. 101, Florence 541-991-9550 • oceangrindsflorence@gmail.com 1993 Sherman Ave • North Bend, OR 97459 541.751.8880
