Help the PBA Invest in Our Youth!

Please consider sponsoring this great event.  As business owners, we take pride in investing in our community and it's future.  And at the PBA we believe that there is no better way to invest into our community than investing in the youth of our community.

All Sponsorships include:

• Your logo on the PBA Fundraiser web page with a link to your profile or website
• Your logo on signage displayed at the event
• Your business name projected on screen at the event
• Social media recognition
• AND MORE!
  

Check out our sponsorhip levels and remember what we are raising money for: today's youth are tomorrow's leaders.

Jacqueline Dunn Kellum

As we wrapped up another successful year with A Child’s Christmas, we did so with a heavy heart as we remembered our dear friend, Debi Grim who was responsible for starting this project more than 15 years ago. Between sponsors and donations, we provided gifts and food for 73 children from 27 families in Pasadena who are recommended to us by the school counselors. Our very generous sponsors put their hearts and souls into purchasing gifts for their families. Some of our sponsors do all the shopping, while others have their employees or teams buy gifts. One of our sponsor groups rents a bus and take about 40 adults on a pub crawl which serves two purposes: to raise money for A Child’s Christmas while supporting Shop Local. Another sponsor is a PBA business owner who showed her granddaughter the true meaning of Christmas by having her shop for our one our children. We are so fortunate every year to have so many of the same sponsors who make it easy for us. Many thanks to Calvert Vet, Marie Johnston, Chesapeake High School Cheer and Football teams, Chesapeake Robotics, John and Bunnie Clark, Stephanie Molony, Brown’s Toyota, North Arundel Federal Savings Bank, Fay’s Bus, Melanie Meeks, Stacy Mork, Friends of Downs Park, Jenni Smith, Leah Stocksdale, Cityline Business Park, Clark and Anderson, Holly Bair, Ace Hardware, Jet Blast, Crabby Crawlers, Chesapeake High School faculty, Baker Sisters Dentistry, Northeast High Drama department, Arundel Federal Savings Bank, Absolute Underground, The Office, Victory Lounge, Pat’s Select, Michele Dunn, Huff Insurance, Lauer’s Supermarket, BB & T Bank, Margie Englert, Peggy Preloh, Carmie Buckey, Kelly Murphy, Sue and Josh Chiasson, Bay Country Rentals, Shirley Jacobs, Bonnie Dausch, The Bank of Glen Burnie, PBA Leads Group, David Moore of Coldwell Banker, Diana Levine, Arundel Business Bulders, Idea Weaver Promotions, and anyone who made a donation at the tree lighting or brought a toy. Donations are used to purchase gifts and Lauer’s gift cards for families. We are able to pull everything together due to the help of Sandi Parrish and Melissa Bajadek. John Mason graciously opens the doors of Kurtz’s Beach so we can bring in volunteers from the Chesapeake High Football and Cheer Teams to wrap gifts and sort food. Lastly, thank you to Lisa and Rob Elliott who spearheaded a food drive at Chesapeake High School so we had plenty of food for our families. Thank you everyone and may you all have a safe and blessed 2017.

Our December meeting was held at Beefalo bobs on Ft. Smallwood Road. What a nice hall and the food was great and the staff is so nice. Ellen Sample, Director Office of Real Estate and Noise Abatement and Paul Shank, Chief Engineer, Division of Planning and Engineering for BWI Airport talked about Next Gen, traffic patterns and new technology for air traffic control at BWI airport. We know that many of our members have concerns about the airplane noise and we are going to put one of our members on their business advisory board so we can stay aware and have some input into this situation.

Delegate Nic Kipke presented a citation to the PBA for their 30th Anniversary and also to North Arundel Savings Bank for their 60th Anniversary. Congratulations to North Arundel Savings Bank.

Doug Cashmere, Ace Hardware & Hearth

In true Pasadena Style I am proud to say that this year’s Christmas Tree lighting was a huge success with over one thousand people in attendance. The event has always been one of the highlights of the year for everyone involved with the Pasadena Businesses Association. It’s about the kids is the overwhelming theme of the event. And the kids had a wonderful time this year thanks to: DJ Marcus spinning a mix of Holiday and Popular Music, Photos with Santa Claus taken by Mojo Creative Digital, cookies from Two Rivers Restaurant and Mutiny Pirate Bar & Island Grille, Hot Chocolate from The Green Turtle, Ice Cream from Bruster’s, Free State Photo Booths by Katrina Williams, games for the kids sponsored by Ace Hardware, face painting by Welcome to Neverland, games by Macaroni Kid, Buses by Atlantic Coast Charters, portable heaters by Bay Country Rentals, games from Marco Pizza and Calvert Veterinary. Arundel Federal Savings Bank provides the electricity for the tree. With an event like this we could not make it happen without the countless hours of help from the members of the PBA: Sandi Parrish, Linda Loane, Larry Sells, Scott Ellis, Angela Balsamo, Paulette Morris , Brian Conrad , John Thomas, Mike Jacobs, Gina Cook, Lisa Hart, Dick Parrish, Dave Rosage , John Williams, Ruth Toomey , and Hayley Gable – Bowerman . We always have special help decorating the tree from Gable Signs. And a big thanks goes out to Lake Shore Fire Department, Rivera Beach Fire Department, Russell Schlick Ladder Truck and the Anne Arundel Police reserve Officers and Eastern District especially Corporal Bellis. Thanks to Nic Kipke and his Family for lighting the Tree. Thanks to The Pasadena Community for another great Tree Lighting!!!

The Pasadena Business Association wants to thank Ace Hardware & Hearth, Lake Shore Plaza for all of the help with the tree lighting ceremony. They not only help coordinate the entire evening, the employees set up for the event, work the event, and clean up after the event. They are a great group to work with and I personally want to say thanks to Doug, Scott and everyone at Ace Hardware who helped make this night so special.

PBA Wishes Everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

As I am sitting at my desk writing this message, I can hardly believe that my first year as President is already coming to an end, and what a year it has been. We have had great, informative monthly membership meetings, awesome networking events, and just incredible signature events. None of this would be possible without the incredible officers, board of directors and executive director. And most of all it would not be possible without our fantastic business members. It is great to see how everyone works together to make sure the PBA stays at the top of our game.

I had the honor of attending the recent Veteran’s Day ceremony and once again, I was at a loss for words from the outpouring of love and respect that our community gives to those who have served our country. Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to make sure that this is such a special event in Pasadena.

Another special event that we had in November, was the PBA’s 30th anniversary celebration. It was great to see everyone at Kurtz’s and to take a stroll down memory lane with a fantastic slide show of past PBA events. And it was topped off by the original Executive Director, Carol Cross, sharing her memories of the early years of the PBA. It was just amazing and I was glad to be a part of it.

Looking ahead, we have A Child’s Christmas, which from what I hear, we have every child being taken care of this year by our incredible members. This is truly a special campaign that gives back to the children of Pasadena. As the years go by, I am continually amazed by the hard work, dedication and generosity of our local business community. They say that small business is the backbone of the local community. If that is the case, from what I see, Pasadena is in a great place, because the small businesses of the PBA are comprised of some of the greatest people that I know.

I am looking forward to serving again next year and please let me know if there is anything more that I can do for you to make our organization even better than it already is.

Jerry Nicklow, PBA President

Huff Insurance

The PBA is seeking a two-year contract for the Pasadena Business Association Membership Directory and Community Guide. You must be a paid-in-full PBA member and all requirements of the bid process must be followed. A bid packet can be requested in two ways: Email: pasadenabusinessassociation1@verizon.net and a packet will be emailed to you. Phone: Call the PBA office at 410 360 4PBA and a packet will be mailed via U.S. mail.

Deadline: To request a bid packet: January 9, 2017

All questions must be submitted to the PBA via email by January 13, 2017, and all bids must be submitted in duplicate via U.S. mail, the envelope clearly marked DIRECTORY BID, to:
Pasadena Business Association, P.O. Box 861, Pasadena, MD 21123-0861.

Bids must be received in the PBA office no later than January 16, 2017 and the sealed bids will be opened by officers and/or directors of the PBA at the next scheduled board meeting, tentatively January 18, 2017

Marco's Pizza - Brian and Beth Bogard
Business Address: 4155 Mountain Rd., Pasadena, Maryland 21122
E-mail : bbogard@marcospizza.net, Website: www.marcos.com
Phone:443-812-3979, Cell: 443-812-3979
Category: Restaurant, Catering

Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty, Heather Frees
Business Address: 1500 Thames St., Suite C, Baltimore, Maryland 21231
E-mail : hfrees@homesale.com Website: http://www.heatherfrees.com
Cell: 215-817-8988
Category: Real Estate

Morgan Stanley – Dave Nolan, Financial Advisor
6230 Old Dobbin Lane, Suite100, Columbia, MD 21045
Email: Dave.Nolan@morganstanley.com
Mobile: 443-604-6180 Fax: 410-872-2985

Financial Advisor specializing in comprehensive financial planning for businesses and families. I have been a Pasadena resident for over forty years.
Category: Investment Advisor, Financial Services Provider

Negron Agency - Farmers Insurance - Pamela Negron
1300 Ritchie Highway, Arnold, MD 21012
Email: pnegron@farmersagent.com, Website: https://agents.farmers.com/md/arnold/pamela-negron Mobile: 301-606-51476

We are your new local Farmers Insurance representative. Our staff has a combined experience in the industry of over 16 years.
Category: Insurance

Northerncraft Construction - Bruce Northcraft
Business Address: 7810 Bertha Rd, Pasadena, Maryland 21122
E-mail : chrisey730@gmail.com, Organization Website: northerncraft.org
Phone:410-437-9516, Cell: 410-978-9072

Company Bio: Building the way we were raised, with integrity and pride. Being the best in our field means that we are committed to every project, we have ingenious ideas that become reality and we make every client happy. We offer 3D design to make your dream your reality.
Category: Construction Services/Contractor

The Pasadena Business Association marked their 30th anniversary with a festive party at Kurtz’s Beach on November 19th. Attended by many long-time members as well as some more recent businesses, a good time was enjoyed by all.

Thirty years ago a group of concerned business owners organized to allow a larger voice in local issues and to give back to the community. The organization has been very successful in meeting the goals and purpose of the founding members. Over the many years we have lost some of the founding members and they are missed but honored by the current group often.

Attendees had a blast flipping through every directory PBA has printed and watching the slide show of events through the years. Carol Cross, PBA’s first Executive Director, joined in the festivities, sharing how the group started and fun stories of those first few years

Thanks to all who attended, Kurtz’s for the warm hospitality, and all the PBA businesses that donated door prizes. Door prizes were awarded throughout the evening to the delight of the winners.

Thanks to Lauer’s for the cake and Edible Arrangements 726 for the fruit display. They were delicious

Hopefully, this fine group of business owners and volunteers with thrive for another thirty years and beyond as they do so much good for the community. Events such as the Pasadena Tree Lighting , Caring and Sharing Parade, School Supply Drive, A Child’s Christmas, Veteran’s Day Ceremony, and other events were created by this Association and continue to benefit the Greater Pasadena area.

Here’s to another 30 years of businesses in Pasadena.

Trade Show exhibiting is a great way for businesses and organizations to showcase products and services. Planning and setting realistic goals is the key to a successful event.

Get the Facts before the Show:  Who might attend? Number of attendees & do they reside in your service area? Date, Hours, Cost? Most shows provide table, tablecloth (curtain for booths) sign with your business name. Is “Actual Selling of Products” allowed at the event?  Check with Show Management for the rules.

The 3 main categories of shows include:

• ·       Booth (example 8” x 10” space). Corner Booths provide extra exposure, may cost a bit more.
• ·       Tabletop (table only).
• ·       Workshop (conference room, office, rented space, etc.).

TIP: Don’t let a “no selling” rule discourage you. Trade Shows are excellent for prospecting & making connections that open the door for future business.

Planning & Setting Goals: What do you wish to accomplish? Prospect for new clients. Showcase new products.  Sell seasonal merchandise. Supporting the community, etc.

Theme...Is it necessary?  Not always...However...If the show has a theme...DO PARTICIPATE. Holiday or seasonal themes are great or you can choose a theme that relates to your business.

TIP: Do not let the theme overpower your message or image.

Pre-Show Advertising: Make the most of your Trade Show investment by getting the word out. Mail, Print, Email, Social Media, Blog.  Invite fellow exhibitors. If possible, get prelist from show management. Advertise; Newspaper, Membership organizations, Networking groups.

TIP: include your show dates on your outgoing mail & emails.

Create an Inviting and Informative Booth or Space: Choose the Literature and/or imprinted products you wish to hand out to visitors. Help visitors remember you by having your business or organization name on everything you hand out. Your table display should give someone a quick snap shot of your products or services when they are standing in front of your booth. Door Prize Drawing and/or Games can create excitement and increase traffic to your booth. Don’t put a barrier between you and your visitors.  Consider placing table in back or side of your booth.

TIP: Use back of your door prize slip to take notes.  Jot down details discussed with prospects for easy follow up.

Meet & Greet: Position table & materials to make your table a workable space to accommodate multiple types of visitors at the same time without causing a traffic jam in your booth. (Some may want to just pick up info quickly, others may linger longer). Don’t forget your tools; Pens, Small Clipboard, Business Cards, Emergency kit to make quick repairs to your display if needed. Wear a name tag. Take photos!!

TIP: Position “Door Prize” drawing on one side of your table & literature at other end.

Trade Show Etiquette & Trade Show Networking: Mind your manners...booth display or games should never be disruptive to neighboring exhibitors. Greet everyone who steps into your space. Do visit other exhibitors, but be ready to “clear out” when they have visitors. Eat Lunch away from your table. If needed, consider the buddy system with a neighboring exhibitor who may also need a break.

TIP: If you are already chatting with another prospect when a new person steps in to your booth, a quick hello and smile will make them feel welcome to browse.

Break-Down rules: Respect the show “Break-Down” schedule. Leaving early may be disruptive to other exhibitors. Check with show coordinator regarding rules for leaving early.

After the Show:  Follow up…Mail, Email, Telephone, Face-To-Face...DO IT!!!

TIP: Don’t forget fellow exhibitors as prospects.

Evaluate: Set several dates for tracking show success, days, weeks, months, to determine if your expectations met? Make notes while your memory is fresh for “next time”. 

TIP: Prepare your “after the show” follow-up mailer or eblast before the show.

Last, but not Least: Trade show exhibiting is hard work, but with proper planning and organization it can be well worth the effort.  Wear comfortable shoes (after all, it’s a work day). Wear your BEST SMILE and ENJOY THE SHOW!

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PBA held a Ribbon Cutting for Pace Wellness Pharmacy to welcome them to the PBA and the Pasadena Business community. Senator Ed Reilly, Delegate Nic Kipke, Sara Gannon from the County Executives Office, Linda Zahn, CEO of the Greater Severna Park- Arnold Chamber of Commerce, and PBA Vice President Doug Cashmere presented citations to Dr. Esther Alabi .