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August 2010
Draft Animal
When Bret Williams joined Woodchuck Hard Cider Co. (now Green Mountain Beverage) in 1996 as its first salesman, the company’s signature beverage was bottled using a 1940s soda filler.
That’s Italian
A switch of college majors, a family tradition with food, and a chance encounter laid the foundation for acclaimed Burlington restaurant Trattoria Delia and Thomas and Lori Delia.
Man of the Mountains
A background in law and politics and a love of the sport helped ski enthusiast Parker Riehle of Vermont Ski Areas Association carve the perfect turn.
A Limited Edition
Al Benjamin is The Valley Reporter’s type face.
Ten of our favorite restaurants.
Coping With Employee Time Off
July 2010
It's All Relative
John Skutel and Matt Jensen appear to have found the ideal mix of work and family at Cedar Ledge Builders
Conductor to the Real Estate stars
Bob Hill of Vermont Association of Realtors keeps Vermont's 12 local Realtor associations in touch with each other, the national association, and reality
Coats of Many Colors
Painting contractor Paul Lafayette does exteriors and interiors and gets the lead out At Lafayette Painting
First in Second Homes
Stu and Marion Baraw have spent 30 years building second-home sales and commercial sales at Mountain Associates Realtors
June 2010
Lawyer Russell Barr left 'the job of a lifetime' for the lifestyle of a lifetime at Barr & Associates
Fred Peet’s firm, the Law Offices of Fred V. Peet PC, has the title role in real estate transactions
His might be a narrow specialty, but Dick Pepin’s experience has covered the world
Abilities that sort the wheat from the chaff, by Emily Morrow
Five simple marketing ìmust-havesî to survive a down economy, by Christine Miller
May 2010
Growth Business
These brothers, Jeff and Jason Hutchins, leave no turn unstoned at Landshapes.
David Business; Goliath Dreams
Staying small and spunky is how David Bogue keeps his edge.
Happy Home Maker
Vermont manufacturer, Mike Connor of Connor Homes.
Woman of Steel
When Kate Pond plays with fire, art happens.
Act 250
Approvals of Act 250 applications by the Vermont Environmental Board.
April 2010
Vehicle Beauty Shop
The McDevitts, a rocket scientist and an MIS professional run ADD-ON Accessory Outlet, the auto parts store of your dreams.
Boat in a Box
The winds of trade blow fair for this craftsman, Fred Shell, owner of Shell Boats.
Bridging the Decades
Charlie Auer's family business, Charlie's Boathouse has served up fun for generations of lakeside revelers.
An Unsinkable Duo
Power boats, service, and accessories keep Paul Eriksen's company, Marine Plus, afloat.
March 2010
Greater Burlington YMCA, Mary Burns
A Fit Assignment: Mary Burns' vision for the Greater Burlington YMCA was sparked in the crucible of her childhood in Burlington's Old North End.
Brookside Nursing Home, Thomas and Stephen Rice
Care Package: These apples have not fallen far from the tree at Brookside Nursing Home.
The Medical Store, Chris Henry
Following Doctors' Orders: High-end wheelchairs drive The Medical Store growth.
Richmond Upholstery, Michael Lemire
Restoration Service Station: Mike Lemire is proof that Vermont is still home to old-fashioned virtues of craftsmanship and precision
February 2010
Boundless Journeys, Matt Holmes
Cents of Adventure: Matt Holmes of Boundless Journeys is at home outside just about anywhere in the world.
The Sinclair Inn, Nimmie and Don Huber
Room at the Inn: Nimmie and Don Huber apply good humor and years of travel experience to make their guests feel at home at The Sinclair Inn.
Lunaroma Aromatic Apothecary, Leila Bringas
Flower Power: There's no dichotomy between work and play for Leila Bringas at Lunaroma Aromatic Apothecary.
McGuire Family Furniture Makers, Linda and Jack McGuire
Into the Woods: An eye for design, a knack for carpentry, and a longtime knowledge of antique, and a family focus keep McGuire Family Furniture Makers going, say Linda and Jack McGuire.
Restaurants,
Dining Out: Several of our favorite restaurants.
January 2010
groSolar, Jeff and Dori Wolfe
Light Energy: Jeff and Dori Wolfe see the road to energy independence as a huge economic opportunity at groSolar.
Off the Page Creations, Stephanie Raccine
Getting With the Program: Stephanie Raccine at Off the Page Creations uses color, texture, graphic design, and attention to detail creating Web pages for a diverse set of clients.
Vermont Film Commission, Joe Bookchin
Lights! Camera! Jobs!: A rapidly evolving and decentralizing new media industry may be custom-made for Vermont and Vermont Film Commission.
Words Worth Remembering
Quotes from our stories in the last decade.
Planning Matters,
by Stephen A. Unsworth and David A. Barra, Unsworth & Barra PLC, Essex Junction
December 2009
Hampton Direct, Steve Heroux
Grand Slam Winner: Former tennis star Steve Heroux serves aces in product sales at Hampton Direct.
Kaleidoscope Yarns, Jill Bujold
High-Fiber Operation: Kaleidoscope Yarns is one of the Web's leading retailers for knitters.
Russian Life, Paul E. Richardson
Found in Translation: A fascination with all things Russian, a family background in printing, and a chance encounter in Moscow brought Russian Life to Vermont.
Warm Hearts, Deep Pockets, Education in Vermont
Warm Hearts, Deep Pockets 2009: Education in Vermont gives as good as it gets.
The Manager’s Corner, Emily Morrow
November 2009
MBF Bioscience, Jack Glaser
Microscopic Vision: Vermont is home to MBF Bioscience, a resource for scientists around the world.
Paul Perley Cellos, Paul and Melissa Perley
In Tune: Paul and Melissa Perley are matchmakers between instrument and musician.
Boyden Farm, Mark and Lauri Boyden
Here's the Beef: A small herd, a big barn, and a lot of heart at Boyden Farm.
Vermont Coin & Jewelry, Steve Edwards
On the Money: Steve Edwards' shop, Vermont Coin & Jewelry, does a brisk trade in coins, jewelry, gold, silver, and antiques.
Personnel Points, Appraising Employee Performance by Dave Mount, Westaff
October 2009
Boards of Trade
Lumber, hardware, and community service are key to Gordon Winters craft at Swanton Lumber.
A Land Office Business
Chris Brown sees his job as situating people to take advantage of the coming wave
The Alpha at Omega
Nicole Senecal has found, in real estate, an element of social work she can enjoy
Rent Control
Karen Unsworth, vice president of Unsworth Properties Inc., joined her father in the family business in 1985 after 11 years in regional planning. When he retired several years ago, she picked up the reins.
Commercial Spaces
Area commercial real estate professionals gave us a hand with this overview of Commercial Spaces 2009 available for sale or lease.
On Guard
Know your obligations to your employees in the service, by Brian Lindner
September 2009
Right on the Money
Being in the right place at the right moment makes all the difference at Vermont State Employees Credit Union.
Iron Men (and Women)
Anything with a throttle is all it takes to make life good for Joe and Kim Rotunda.
Deere Camp
The farmer's iconic green and yellow is thriving in the Green Mountains at Yandow Sales & Service.
Taking Care of Business
Accounting firm McSoley McCoy & Co. helps clients meet the challenges of today's economic climate head-on.
Securities Happens
The Prudent Startup, by Keith Roberts, Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer PC
August 2009
High on the Mountain
Mad River Glen knows what it is ... and what it isn’t.
The Coming Attraction
For a state so dependent on tourism in this economic climate, we’re doing pretty well.
Good House-Keeping
Larry and Katie Davis have created a familyhood at Willard Street Inn.
Dog-Gone Good
Since its inception in 1991, Gracie’s has gone to the dogs, say owners Paul “Archie” and Sue Archdeacon.
Staying in Print
Middlebury’s 60-year-old bookstore is in the good hands of Becky Dayton.
Dining Out
Fourteen of our favorite area restaurants.
Personnel files — a necessary evil
One of the most mundane areas of company management is the maintenance of any kind of files on a consistent basis, and personnel files are no different. By Dave Mount, Westaff
July 2009
Form-Fitting
From Web design to order fulfillment, coffee cups to fishing poles, fancy brochures to branding services--it's all at Delta Marketing Group.
Sitting Tight
Each of True North Construction's new-construction projects has been Five Star energy-rated or better.
Made in the Shade
At Ann Roche Casual Furniture and Kasazza Kids in Shelburne, 17,000 square feet of relaxation and design potential exemplify Ann Roche's keen eye for quality.
Staying Power
Commitment to conservation is starting to pay off for Building Energy.
Protecting trade secrets
Measures to ensure that its valuable information meets the definition of a “trade secret” under Vermont law.
June 2009
Type Dream
Tom Brassard started Paw Print & Mail in 1990 with a used printing press and plate-maker.
Sitting on Defense
Mediation and litigation are the linchpins of Spink & Miller PLC commercial practice.
Court Marshal
Cindy Hall of Green Mountain Reporters went to court-reporting school to show she could ... and she sure could.
Turfboard Champion
Vermont's Natural Resources Board keeps watch over the state's land and water.
Protect Your Image
Practical tips on selecting a trademark, obtaining protection for it through registration, and monitoring its use to prevent loss of trademark rights.
May 2009
The House of Stewart
To Don Stewart of Stewart Construction, running a construction project is like conducting a symphony.
Hot-Wired
At Teljet Longhaul, his innovative telecommunications entrepreneur, Greg Kelly, is expanding the state’s fiber-optic capacity.
Running Water
This father-and-son team, Rick and Dick Villamil, are water bearers for thirsty terrain at Aquarius Landscape Sprinklers.
Top Dog
It’s all paws on deck for entrepreneur Pat Clark of Gulliver's Doggie Daycare.
Act 250
Approvals by the Vermont Environmental Board of Act 250 applications.
Under Construction
Photos of recent construction projects in Vermont.
April 2009
Medicine Woman
Melinda Estes, the president and CEO of Fletcher Allen Health Care, brought just what the doctor ordered.
Boat-Wright
Brad Wright's passion for fishing and a love of boats keep The BoatWorks business afloat.
Lake Effect
From the moment a neighbor recruited him for a racing crew, Glen Findholt has pursued his sailing passion with Whistling Man Schooner Co. on the 43-foot sloop, Friend Ship, with the help of his wife, Marie.
Paper Trail
Bill Orleans, the owner of PP&D Distribution, turned a volunteer job hang
March 2009
Action Figure
Rick Poston, owner of All American Fitness , gets a real kick out of work.
Patent Medicine Man
John Cronin, the former top inventor at IBM helps other companies capitalize on their intellectual property at ipCapital Group .
The Sight Stuff
Gary Causer, a third-generation eye-care specialist has a niche with a switch at Eyes of the World.
Tuned In
Kevin Cheney broke into song — and dance and sports and traffic — with a can-do attitude at Green Mtn. Concert Services .
Marketing Essentials
Veronica Williams of hmc2 Advertising offers suggestions for smart marketing for uncertain times.
February 2009
The Curd Dimension
With Vermont Butter & Cheese, Allison Hooper and Bob Reese helped open the door to Vermont’s artisanal cheese industry.
Rise and Dine
John Lumbra and historic 1824 House Inn in Waitsfield property offers fine dining to the general public and guests of its eight-room inn.
Hoppin’ Good Eats
It’s three restaurants and counting for Michel Mahe, a second-generation professional chef.
A Brewed Awakening
Troy Griffis’ Awake Coffee, is full of beans.
Seed Money
Tom Stears business, High Mowing Organic Seeds, is growing.
Personnel Points
Terminating Employees: Any time an employee leaves a company, there are a number of steps an employer must take to deal with that eventuality.
Dining Out
Twelve of our favorite area restaurants.
January 2009
Tour de Force
Stowe is home to Inntopia, a powerful travel services company with an international reach founded in 1998 by Trevor Crist.
The Sense of Place
Steve Crafts' entrepreneurial genes and an affinity for design were the elements behind Place Creative.
Scratching a Niche
Brian Curtis sensed a need and acted, forming DominionTech, an IT support and service company in Colchester.
Cross-trade
For Reg Cross, owner of The New Office Furniture Exchange, it’s easy being green.
Online Tactics
How blogging and mivro-blogging will help your bottom line by Elaine J. Young
December 2008
Liberal Artist
From academics to checkbook balancing to international travel and study, graduates will know how to face their world with guidance from David Finney, the president of Champlain College.
Leaf-Cutter
Laura Brown came to Vermont in 1988 to manage a Church Street bookstore, but her love of herbs led her to open Purple Shutter Herbs. Thirteen years later, she has relocated to Winooski and business is thriving.
Fine-Tuned
John Creech and Steve Gentile bought their two Burlington musical instrument shops from their former boss, Burlington Guitar & Amp and Vermont Folk Instruments
Focus Locus
This father-and-son team headed by Robert Ste. Marie, the owner of Green Mountain Camera in Waterbury Center, maintains the right image.
Warm Hearts, Deep Pockets
Consider incorporating philanthropy into your business planning.
Hot Products and Executive Gifts
November 2008
A Clean Act
Adam Tarr of NEHP is making high-tech processes easier and faster.
Gravity Fed
Steve Luhr’s Hammerhead Sleds thrives on a slippery slope.
Joint Maneuvers
‘Now,’ says Kevin Hastings of Amoskeag Woodworking , is the best time of his life.
Lifesavers
Craig Butkus’ Essex Rescue is an anomoly: a nonprofit 911 medical emergency and rescue operation serving five communities, but not part of any municipality.
Personnel Points
Dave Mount of Westaff talks about keeping Vermont workers the envy of the nation.
Executive Gifts and Hot products.
October 2008
Structure Power
Brick by brick, Pizzagalli Properties has helped draw the face of Chittenden County and beyond.
Building on Experience
At age 50, Tom Mackin said, ‘Enough waiting,’ and took the plunge.
Creature Comforts
Lucky are the animals that find themselves in the custody of Veterinarian Stephen Barningham.
Driving & Driven
Esther Lotz’s office is on wheels, but she helps her clients get fixed in place.
Commercial Space Roundup
Area commercial real estate professionals gave us a hand with this overview of commercial space available for sale or lease.
Red Tape
Attorney Gary Franklin talks about commercial lease defaults.
September 2008
Doc Rock
No moss on Rocki-Lee Dewitt, dean of University of Vermont School of Business Administration.
One for the Books
Technology supports Bilodeau, Wells & Co. PC, while old-fashioned attention to detail keeps it a good place to work.
The Fix Is In
A passion for Land Rovers and a bit of ingenuity took Mark Letorney out of college and into a business with world-wide appeal.
Recovery Agents
At Northern Benefits, Burlington native and Ethan Allen’s great-great-great-great-great grandson help New England employers have the insurance they need at competitive prices.
Navigating The New Media
Return on investment is vital in today’s online business world by Sara Blum, president, PostScript Inc.
August 2008
Good Sport
For Chuck Vanderstreet at Suicide Six, it’s all action.
Uncommon Market
Fuel for the hungry person, the empty car, and thought at Bob deLaricheliere's Bayside Quick Stop.
Field Guide
Carrie McDougall of Cultural Crossroads introduces travelers to the world’s local cultures, up close and personal.
Fare Trade
Jon Fath and wife Lucie Bolduc-Fath make tastebuds sing at Toscano Café/Bistro.
Stay-at-Home Business
Former university fundraiser Kim Borsavage is doing development of a different kind at Lang House.
Dining Out
Short reviews of some of our favorite area restaurants.
July 2008
Home Office
Bill Desautels of RE/MAX North Professionals has come a long way in the real estate business since he was 18 and working for his brother.
Refreshing Work
Mike Gervais is in a fine fix at Prime Renovation Group.
Home Economics
Three real estate experts address the vagaries of the Real Estate Market.
Trade Secrets
Jim Walsh at Affiliated Customs Brokers USA has seen the best and the worst of doing business at the border.
June 2008
Uncommon Law
These lawyers at Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer freed themselves to do what they were trained to do.
Winging It
A classic plane, a camera, and a can-do spirit lift Shirley Chevalier, the owner of Fli-Rite Aviation in Colchester, above the fray.
Sweep Stakes
Ex-banker Greg Burton, of Burton Cleaning Services Inc. in Essex Junction, is cleaning up.
Teching Charge
Innovation motivation drives Judith Van Houten, the Vermont state director of EPSCoR at the University of Vermont.
May 2008
Flying High
At Peregrine Design/Build, Tim Frost’s secret is to pay attention.
Curing the Flue
David Kehoe is artist, tugboat captain, chimney sweep, gardener, extreme skier — and the owner of Artful Chimney Service.
Green Business
For Ed and Trish Read, work is like a walk down the garden path for at Mad River Garden Center.
Rock Culture
Charles Day, the president of Culture Craft Sandblast appreciates that not many companies’ words are literally carved in stone.
Act 250 Roundup
Approvals by the Vermont Environmental Board of Act 250 applications.
Personnel Points
April 2008
Buoy Scouts
The Moorings: a home away from home, on the water.
Past Perfect
Preservation Vermont guides the conservation of one of the country’s 11 most endangered places.
Rolling Stones
Island Excavating grew out of a bad back and a friendship.
A Swell Vocation
Boat Headquarters, the last new-boat dealer in Franklin County keeps his head dry.
Red Tape
Watching the clock and your wallet: who gets overtime, by Gary Franklin, Attorney at Law
March 2008
Company Town
There’s never a dull moment in Allie Stickney’s workday at Wake Robin.
Care Package
Champlain Valley Urgent Care is there when you need it, as is Osteopath Timothy Fitzgerald.
Song & Dance
Cayce Ludwar is uning up to the latest music and choreography at Williston Jazzercise Fitness Center.
Basic Kneads
A well-rounded life keeps Dr. Tiffany Renaud of Living Well on the ball.
Captive Insurance
Jeff Johnson of Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer PC asks if captive insurance be right for you?
February 2008
Home Brewed
Morgan Wolaver of Otter Creek Brewery led the way for organic beers in the United States.
January 2008
Smart Cookie
Gerianne Smart’s first big triumph was selling herself.
A Family Calling
Treating a community like family has been good for Franklin Telephone Co.
Kindred Spirits
Disparate backgrounds add spice to Vermont Wine Merchants Joerg Klauck and Mike Stolese.
Binary System
Computer stars Zach Chambers and Sam Hooker were meant to work in tandem.
Local Matters
December 2007
Well Schooled
Part of Dan Fogel’s aspiration for UVM is to see that the university is recognized among the finest small research institutions in the nation.
Winged Vocation
For its founders, opening the Flying Pig Bookstore represented the granting of an unattainable dream.
Tax Masters
There are good reasons why accountants Sheer & Hickey chose a narrow focus.
Re-Storing Pittsfield
The Original General Store is once again a center of community in Pittsfield.
Profit Strategies by Josh Patrick
November 2007
Artistic Timber
Yankee magazine’s list of America’s 100 best craftsmen inspired John Lomas to bring his furniture-making skills from England’s Cotswolds to Vermont.
Following the Sun
Draker Laboratories grew out of its founder’s tinkering around with solar power.
Riding High
Arlo Cota’s run has been a roller coaster ride, and just as fun for him.
Pile Driver
Porter Knight creates order from chaos.
Hot Products & Executive Gifts
October 2007
The Rural Connection
By the time John Stimets of Country Business is ready to help a client, he has burrowed into every aspect of that client’s life and work.
Still Rolling
Redstone gathers no moss.
Keeping an “I” on Construction
The “I” in VIS Construction Consultants stands for inspection, and that’s what the company does, but in many forms.
Writing Her Own Book
Becky Olson pursued the law the way she pursues life: with gusto!
Commercial Spaces
Our annual roundup of commercial property for sale or lease.
September 2007
It All Adds Up
Vermont companies have counted on A.M. Peisch & Co. for 87 years.
Lending a Personal Touch
Granite Hills Credit Union in central Vermont has lots of heart.
Adventuring Group
Good performing and potential rewards keep FreshTracks Capital center-stage.
Kitty Corner
No dogs allowed at Affectionately Cats, an all-feline veterinary hospital and boarding facility.
Straight Talk
Investing in Social Responsibility and Measuring the Return by Will Patten
August 2007
How Sweet It Is
In 2001, Win Smith’s Summit Ventures partnership brought a Vermont institution back into local hands.
The Palace for Palates
The menu might be Asian, but the ingredients at Silver Palace are true Vermont.
Making Beautiful Music
Alan Jordan helps the beat go on.
Milk Money
Hard work, brain power and savvy risk-taking have made the Laggises as contented as their cows.
Media 2.0
An introduction to a few of the new media for savvy business owners.
Meet the Press
Tips on what you can do to have a better chance that your press releases will find a way into print.
July 2007
Making the Right Moves
Jamie Dolan and Bill Brady of McLure Moving & Storage traded Lear jets for 18-wheelers.
Conference CALL
Linda Wheeler of Champlain College keeps her eye on the prize: a well-executed event.
Irish Ayes
Paul MacCluskey’s luck appears to emanate from his quick mind and his ability to say yes when the time is right.
Meets & Potatoes
Promoting our state to tourists and meeting planners helps keep Vermont’s economy well fed
June 2007
A Man of Many Colors
Peter Langrock’s second rule of thumb at Langrock Sperry & Wool is: Never turn down a case that’s fun.
Pixel Jockeys
Propeller Media Works stays fresh by embracing the vagaries of life.
Life in Technicolor
Barb Bardin of Let’s Pretend turns fantasy into cash, with a lot of spectacle along the way.
Encouraging Signs
Some of the most creative graphics around come from the folks at SB Signs.
May 2007
In the Flow
Mark Stephenson of Vermont Energy is energized about energy.
Well Grounded
Following in his father’s footsteps, Glenn Cummings continues to influence lives at Cummings Electric.
Floored by the Forest
Green is way more than a color for the Nazarenkos and Planet Hardwood.
Digging It
Mike Pitonyak has Capitol Earthmoving exactly where he wants it.
Act II
Architect William Truex retired March 21, but don’t expect him to disappear for long.
Act 250
During 2006, the Vermont Environmental Board approved 674 Act 250 applications for projects totaling $408 million.
April 2007
A Willing Spirit
Mike Shea’s boat floats: Lake Champlain Shoreline Cruises
The Stream Team
Affordable waterfront property is what Ray and Francine Giroux and their son, Bryan, the owners of Champlain Bridge Marina say they provide.
Aces Up
Rick Bibens has dealt himself four Aces, and he’s pretty sure there are more in his deck.
Taken for Granite
Mark Austin’s business, Upon This Rock, is on solid ground.
March 2007
Good Medicine
Daria Mason has put the last 30 years to good use in the service of the people of central Vermont.
Keeping Watch
Relief starts here at Red Cross.
Flex Appeal
Long before the current fitness craze, Sally Dye was motivating people.
Plea Enterprise
Randy Amis knows what law school doesn’t teach.
February 2007
Puppy Love
A lot of luck, a ton of hard work, a fearless approach, a savvy intuition and an affinity for dogs — these are the qualities that have helped Stephen Huneck carve his niche.
Inn KeepingWith Tradition
Two generations of innkeepers and a crew of longtime staff keep The Golden Eagle flying high.
Tap Dancing
Greg Noonan wrote the book on microbrewing — really.
Grape Expectations
Ken Albert has planted his roots deep in Shelburne soil.
The Flight Stuff
Tucked into a Huntington hillside, the Birds of Vermont Museum is carver Bob Spear’s gift to the world.
January 2007
COVER: Casting a Wide NET
Burlington got lucky with Tim Nulty when it went looking for help with its plan to create a municipal telecommunications service.
E(nergy)=HMC2
Changing of the guard at a Stowe advertising agency, from Brian Harwood to Veronica Williams.
It’s Their Baby
Kimberly Kropf and Susan Holson publish news to use for parents.
A Hole Life
John Arnott’s guiding principle is this: Victory has a thousand fathers; defeat is an orphan.
Personnel Points
Dave Mount offers suggestions about online recruiting.
December 2006
Cover Story: EEKMICE
Dealing with mice has been anything but frightening for Ellen Jareckie and Barry Percy of House Mouse Designs.
Through a Glass Brightly
From inner space to outer space, Omega Optical’s technologies make life better for all of us.
A Glass Act
Peace lover, mentor, gardener, philosopher, bee-keeper, physician, Bud Shriner brings a lifetime to his art at Church and Maple Glass Studio.
In the Family’s Footprints
Cindy Feloney has come full circle with her family’s shoe business, John's Shoe Shop North.
Marketing Demystified
Retail Marketing Refresher by Matt Hayes, Hayes Group Inc.
November 2006
Cover Story: In Stitches
The only remaining sock manufacturer in Vermont, Cabot Mills, is doing quite well.
Drawing on Experience
Beautiful, functional design is Paul Henninge’s product.
Sweet Spot
Gail Elvidge survived a frightening moment by making chocolate. She and husband, Mark, run Vermont Nut Free Chocolates.
The Secret’s in the Details
Beauty and efficiency are the bywords for Tom Moore, builder and woodworker.
Bank On It
Jan Marinelli of Chittenden Bank writes about practical avenues your businesses can take to be more socially responsible.
October 2006
Cover Story: Attested Development
Rutland has a genuine champion when it comes to economic development: Mark Bulcher of Rutland Regional Planning Commission
Mauer Power
When luck doesn’t cooperate, Grandview Farms’ Billy Mauer gets creative.
Practice Makes Perfect
George Faris entered law school to relax.
Commercial Spaces
Our annual roundup of commercial property for sale or lease.
Photo-Synthesis
When Bill Forsyth of PhotoGarden takes on a hobby, it can become a permanent part of his picture.
Personnel Points by Dave Mount, Westaff
September 2006
Cover Story: Riding High
For Chris Cole, it’s all about CCTA ridership.
Change for the Better
Ginny Fleischman of Green Mountain Credit Union learned long ago to follow her heart — and her own good sense.
All in the Family
Helping to maintain a solid community
is where it’s at for Jon Jamieson at Jamieson Insurance.
Keeping In Tune
Whether plying a tune or a tune-up, Bob Amos keeps his customers coming back to Bob's Auto Service.
Bank On It
With more than 6,000 Vermont health savings accounts opened just at Chittenden in one year, there’s definitely a lot of interest around the state in HSAs.
August 2006
COVER STORY: At the Top of His Game
Allen Wilson first skied at Killington in the ’70s; now he runs the place.
The Fischers of Thatcher Brook
This husband-and-wife team of innkeepers knew what they were getting into when they fell for buying Thatcher Brook, a Vermont country inn.
Sea Fare
A young St. Albans chef rallied his family to follow his calling at Jeff's Restaurant.
Ethnic Markets
Immigrants to Vermont make sure they have choices for finding the foods of their home countries at these ethnic markets.
Not Just Horsing Around
Three women with a love of horses have a reach far beyond themselves at East Hill Farm.
Thinking Green
The small, innovative, entrepreneurial and environmental culture of our state paves the way for Vermont to take a leading role in our nation.
July 2006
On the Right Track
Tom Murphy is paid to keep an eye on trains across the country.
The Wheel Deal
Chances are good that anybody who’s shopped a car dealer online has come in contact with Dealer.com.
Completing the Circuit
VEMAS’ customers are companies large enough to outsource component manufacture, but not yet large enough to send their business overseas.
Sweet Meets
The meeting and convention business brings welcome cash to the state. Also, a meeting planner.
Workforce Development
Maximizing your return on investment by Melissa Hersh of Champlain College
June 2006
The A’s Have It
These three lawyers at Unsworth Barra & Jarrett stick together because they like each other and love what they’re doing.
The Symptom Sleuths
Larry Weed created a remote diagnostic program so good, the military licenses everything his company produces.
Speedy Delivery
Same-day courier service is the niche carved out by this can-do company, Green Mountain Messenger.
When Larry Met Sally
Larry and Sally Bohen of Audiobooks Online caught the wave of an emerging market.
Words to the Wise by Andrew Mikell
May 2006
Bob The Builder
Since 1969, when Bob Lord ’s father co-founded E.F. Wall & Associates, the company has encouraged family participation.
The Way to a Bright Future
Mark Burnham of Hegeman Electric Inc. knows that for a plan to come together, one first must have a plan.
Rosie’s Descendants
Rosie the Riveter is the inspiration for the many programs of Northern New England Tradeswomen, whose aim is to train, encourage and support women in nontraditional careers.
All Mixed Up
Capsules, flavors, lollipops, liquids, suspensions, lozenges, sprays, injectables — Penro Custom Compounding makes sure the medicine goes down.
Act 250 Roundup
Personnel Matters
April 2006
Ship Mates
With roots deep in the Champlain Islands, Paul and Anne Clark of Northland Boats stay connected to their community
Where the Livin’ Is Easy
Busy people are turning to home for solace
Dial M for Money Management.
The letter “M” is important to Missy Kraus for many reasons.
Vermont’s Other Playground
A large measure of Vermont’s quality of life proceeds from the fortunate contiguity of its mountains, valleys and Lake Champlain.
Marketing Demystified by Matt Hayes
March 2006
Singing the Blues
Bill Milnes found his niche at the St. Louis Blues
Care Driven
Rachel Lee Cummings believes that care is a two-way street
Island Type
If it’s news in the Islands, George Fowler knows it
Short Work
Kelly Short, owner of the Athletic Club of Vermont, wants to help people see fitness as a lifestyle instead of a New Year’s resolution
Future Perfect
William A. Mason and Margaret L. Montgomery on Family-owned and family-managed businesses.
February 2006
They Were Framed: Somewhere between 100,000 and 150,000 Frame Game frames are hanging on Vermonters’ walls, and the count is rising.
Keen Cuisine: A preponderance of fresh and locally found products inspire this French chef’s culinary creations at Roland's Place.
Waitsfield’s Merchandise Mart: Elements of designer boutique, country store and antiques shop combine to make The Store in Waitsfield a one-of-a-kind place to shop.
Inn-Spiration: Rick Rizza’s corporate experience and engineering aptitude combined with his wife’s background in decorating have made The Inn at Montpelier a draw to those seeking an elegant place to relax.
Man on the Move: Chapin Spencer uses the same method to meet his neighbors that he uses for his daily commute to work at Local Motion
January 2006
Radio Flyer: Karen Marshall of Clear Channel Communications has more than proved the moniker of “Up-and-Comer” given her by this magazine 17 years ago.
Finding Their Groove: Roger Phelps and Cris Folley of Creative Sound make perfect music for their business and clients.
A Course Line: Like a choreographer, Tim Donovan has guided the evolution of the Community College of Vermont through a rapidly changing environment.
The IT Girl:Twenty years ago, Diane Kerbaugh was the receptionist; now she owns the company, Panurgy Vermont.
Personnel Points: When You Have to Fire an Employee
by Dave Mount, Westaff.
