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!

Paulette Morris, Owner of Idea Weaver Promotions, Inc. has been “Weaving Ideas” for clients since 1995. Company mission is “Dedication to serving customers with the goal of building long term business relationships and a commitment to provide quality promotional products, at a fair price with excellent service.” Paulette uses Technology, Creativity and Idea Sessions to help customers find the right products to fit their specific needs.

Idea Sessions are Always Free. 410.360.8882 ~ Virtual Showroom: www.ideaweaver.com

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 .

Once again we were blessed with a beautiful day on Nov. 11th for our 6th annual Veteran’s Day ceremony at the Rt. 100 Memorial Flag. It took many hands to make this a memorable day for our Veteran’s and active military. We want to “Thank” each and every one for attending, if it wasn’t for all of you we would not be afforded the freedoms that we each enjoy. We thank you for your service to our country and our community.

This year with a heavy heart we bid a fond farewell to BS Troup #773; we thank them for their 14 years of service to this community and to this “Flag Project”. We welcome the Solley Cluster Girl Scouts that will be taking over where the boy scouts left off; working side by side with Himmels Farm & Garden & US Navy Chief Petty Officers Association of Ft. Meade, MD under the direction of Dotti Snyder, Retired Chief Kirk Towner, Adrienne Trout & Amanda Smith.

Northeast Vocal Ensemble under the direction of Sarah DelSignor provided a wonderful array of patriotic songs throughout the ceremony. This was their 1st year participating in the ceremony and they did a beautiful job, we thank you all.

We thank the students from Bodkin, Jacobsville & Pasadena Elementary schools for providing each veteran & active military “Thank you” cards & handmade pins. I will say that this was highlight of the day; I heard from several that they have the cards proudly displayed in their homes for all to see.

We thank Father Rafferty Our Lady of the Chesapeake for the prayers, The US Navy Honor Guard of Ft. Meade, MD for the presentation of colors; Major Rick Barnes MD Defense Force Band for sounding “Taps” and Jerry Nicklow, Huff Insurance and Mike Jacobs JB Machine for being our MC’s for the day.

We thank Army Veteran Charlie Johns for his continued effort in keeping the area cut, trimmed & providing transport to and from the parking lot; Maher’s Florist for providing the wreath; Bay Country Rentals for the seating; Dick Parrish Design for the sound system; JB Machine for the electric & stage and Arundel Federal SB for the flags that were handed out.

Special thanks go out to County Executive Steve Schuh; Senator Bryan Simonaire; Delegate Nic Kipke, Councilman Derek Fink and AA County Recreation & Parks and AA Co Eastern District Police for their participation.

As you can see it takes many hands to arrange this ceremony for our community and on behalf of the flag committee Mike Jacobs JB Machine, Sandi Parrish PBA Ex. Director & Lisa Hart Arundel Federal SB we pray for the continued safety of our military Brothers & Sisters.

Donations to the flag fund are welcome PBA Flag Fund, PO BOX 861, Pasadena MD 21123-0861
God Bless America

A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS - Jacqueline Dunn, Chair, jadunn@aacps.org 

"Give back to those less fortunate" is just one way that the PBA supports the community. To that end, we are again hosting A Child's Christmas. The schools have been sending their numbers for children and families in need.

There are several ways you can participate: 

SPONSORS: Let Sandi or Jacqueline know if you are willing to sponsor a child, children, or family. We will provide you with a wish list from the child with sizes, necessities needed and of course toys and other items wanted. If you want to sponsor a child, children or a family but shopping is not an option we will do the shopping for you. 

Send your monetary donation payable to PBA but earmarked A Child’s Christmas and Sandi will be happy to assign you a child or family and do the shopping for you. 

FOOD: Last year, we didn’t have a lot of food to give to families, so we’d appreciate it if a few businesses would be willing to place a box in their businesses to collect non-perishable food. 

TOYS: Businesses may also want to place a collection box for toys or other gifts. 

GIFT CARDS AND CASH DONATIONS: If your business wants to decorate a gift tree for those who prefer, we are accepting donations of gift cards or money that can be sent to the PBA office earmarked for A Child’s Christmas. 

SINGLE GIFT ITEMS: Lastly, if you’d like to purchase a gift such as a bike, electronic game, or a single gift let Jacqueline or Sandi know and we can select a gift from one of the wish lists. 

OTHER IDEAS: Businesses can collect like items such as hats, mittens, gloves, socks, underwear, etc. 

Jacqueline can also print a wish list onto paper ornaments if you want to decorate a tree where your employees and/or customers can pick a gift to buy.

A Child's Christmas Sponsorship Form

Thanks to everyone who helped make this year’s parade another great success! What a great afternoon it turned out to be, even if it was tremendously windy. What was amazing about this year’s event was the amount of food that was collected - $22,000 worth, to be exact. After the parade concluded, we went to Chesapeake Christian Center to unload the food. Lauer’s had so much food to unload from their truck that they had to make multiple trips. Special thanks to the Northeast High School football team for helping with this unloading process.

We also want to thank all of this year’s corporate sponsors – A1 Septic, ACE Hardware and Hearth, Bay Country Rentals, Calvert Veterinary Center, Chesapeake Bank, Cityline Business Park, Fast Signs, Friends of Downs Park, Frank & Bills Auto Collision, Gable Company, Maryland Yacht Club, Kurtz’s Beach, Pasadena Pawn & Gun, and Redmond’s Towing.

Also thanks to Himmel’s Lawn & Garden for providing the décor, flowers and hay bales for the reviewing station,Delegate Nic Kipke for again being our emcee, and the Anne Arundel County Police and Reserve officers for maintaining traffic. Our Grand Marshals were some of the members who joined the PBA in 1986 and are still members today. They helped the PBA celebrate their 30th Anniversary. Bills Auto Collision, Gable Company, Maryland Yacht Club, Kurtz’s Beach, Pasadena Pawn & Gun, and Redmond’s Towing.

Mark your calendar for the first Sunday in November next year – we’ll be back!

Our November General Membership Meeting was held at Mutiny Pirate Bar & Island Grille. We had a great turnout for Sharrie Wade, Clark & Anderson, to give her annual tax tips. Thanks to Mutiny Pirate Bar for the great buffet, the food was awesome. They have a very unique restaurant and great food so if you are planning a holiday party give them a call. PBA Board Members Angela Balsamo and Brian Conrad took advantage of a photo op.

Tiffany Fowler Fitness, LLC - Tiffany Fowler
E-mail : tiffanyfowlerfitness@gmail.com / Website: tiffanyfowlerfitnessllc.trainerize.com
3437 Brookhaven Road, Pasadena, Maryland 21122
Phone:443-333-9367, Cell: 443-677-1141
https://www.facebook.com/tiffanyfowlerfitnessllc/
Fitness isn’t a fad, it’s a lifestyle - I am a health and fitness professional who is very passionate about working with those that are fairly new to fitness. I am a mother of two beautiful girls, and realize how easy it is to become consumed by daily sacrifices that have to be made in order to raise a happy and healthy family. My mission is to guide my clients so they are better able to balance family, career, and fitness. If exercise could be packaged into a pill, it would be the most prescribed medicine there is.

Concierge Mortgage, LLC - Kathryn Fitzmaurice
E-mail : Kfitzm@verizon.net / Website: www.loKathryn.com
101 W Ridgely Rd, Ste 5A,
Timonium, Maryland 21093
Cell: 410-591-3195

Life After Recovery Coaching - Jennifer Klotz
E-mail : LifeAfterRecoveryCoaching@gmail.com
Business Address: 304 Gatehouse Lane, Unit D,
Odenton, Maryland 21113
Cell: 443-481-7387
Company Bio: Discover the meaning of True Recovery and how it can provide you a more joyful life than you ever could imagine!

Fifer’s Craft House & Deli - Billy Fifer & Richard Fifer Jr.
8894 Fort Smallwood Road, Suite 4, Pasadena, MD 21122
410-360-Beer (2337), 443-261-9980 (Richard)
Email: fifersseafood@comcast.net / Website: fiferscrafthouse.com
Fifer’s Craft House offers a diverse selection of spirits, wines, and craft beers. We also make the finest deli sandwiches—come in and see us!

Partners in Care - April Stup
E-mail : aprilstup@partnersincare.org / Website: www.partnersincare.org
Business Address: 90 B Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, Maryland 21122
Phone:410-544-4800
www.facebook.com/PartnersInCareMaryland
Partners in Care is the recognized leader in Maryland for programs and services that support the independence of older adults by using the time and talents of our members, leadership and staff. We promote active engagement of members and their families by offering services in exchange for their donated time and talents. We help our members remain actively involved in the community through our transportation, home repairs and a meaningful social network of care. Our programs support individuals and families, relieve stress on caregivers, reduce hospital admissions, delay nursing home placements, and provide critical services during a time of government cutbacks and economic challenges.

Thirty-One by Kaitlyn Merrill - Kaitlyn Merrill
E-mail : katy_merrill@yahoo.com / Website: https://www.mythirtyone.com/merrillyeverafter
Business Address: 96 Will O Brook Drive, Pasadena, Maryland 21122
Phone:443-955-1905
Thirty-One has crafted a tote or storage compartment for anything you can imagine! Thirty-One was founded on the idea of helping women to build confidence with the stylish totes and handbags that Thirty-One has created. We sell a variety of purses, tote bags, wallets, storage containers, household accessories, and now, even jewelry! Thirty-One offers monthly specials for all customers and hostess rewards with opportunities for exclusive items only available when you host a party!

Send Out Cards – Lois Ann Gallagher
Email: loisann697@gmail.com / Website: sendoutcards.com/38982
697 Paddle Wheel Court W
Millersville, MD 21108
410-353-3899
Helping you live a rich, connected life and business by changing lives one card at a time.

Magothy Motorcars, Inc - Bennie Tucker
E-mail : info@magothymotorcars.com / Website: magothymotorcars.com
Business Address: 4433 Mountain Rd Suite 1, Pasadena, Maryland 21122
Phone:410-437-8700, Cell: 443-306-5655, Fax: 410-437-8700
Company Bio: Magothy Motorcars is owner operated with NO commissioned sales staff. There is absolutely no pressure to purchase a vehicle from us and our goal is to make friendships in hopes you return again and tell your friends. Referrals are the key to help any business grow stronger. The plan is simple - if you like our vehicle, let’s make a deal. If not, hopefully we can find exactly what you are looking for. All of our vehicles are inside our climate controlled warehouse, so no matter the weather stop on by and browse our inventory! Our advantage is our low overhead costs. We use the same network for finding vehicles as our largest competitors. We also offer the same great financing and extended warranty programs. With no salesman, Josh and Bennie (owners) work with you one on one. As owners, we look forward to working with each and everyone wanting to purchase a vehicle. Because we do take the time to work with you personally, please call or email for an appointment, even if you’re not in the market right away. Stop on in and let’s talk about future vehicles we should keep an eye out for.
https://www.facebook.com/Magothy-Motorcars-383607451783259/

Cheshire Crab hosted a networking mixer to celebrate the opening of their dock bar finally.  Although it was raining we still had a great time at the inside bar and the new high top tables.  I was happy to see so many members that we don’t usually see due to their busy work schedules.  We had great food and networking with 26 members in attendance.  Thanks to Cheshire Crab for hosting the mixer.