 |
|
. |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|
Women Business Owners congratulates
Carolyn Frame Distinguished finalists:
Now, she has created her own line of products called Paula’s Choice. Instead of the synthetic coloring agents, fragrances and other irritating ingredients in most cosmetics, Paula’s Choice products contain potent antioxidants, pH-effective exfoliants, and soothing water-binding ingredients that mimic the structure of the skin. And they are affordable. Paula strives to make a significant difference in the world by contributing time and money to worthy causes. She and her company support such organizations as American Cancer Society, American Humane, American Red Cross, Domestic Abuse Women’s Network, Save the Children Federation, Inc., and the United Negro College Fund. Barbara received her Ph.D. from the University of Washington’s School of Medicine in 1989 and went on for post-doctoral research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) on growth factors and their governing effects on DNA and gene expression. It was at NIH that she observed how extremely low concentrations of cell signalers controlled cell health and repair processes. This year, Barbara opened a new manufacturing facility to produce products addressing chronic aliments such as stress, human-immunodeficiency syndrome and autism. She brings all her skills as scientist, minister and socially responsible activist to her mission of providing people with healthy options.
That first year, the high-quality chocolates, caramels and cookies were already on their way to success when a member of the Nordstrom family received the toffee as a holiday gift. Nordstrom’s has been carrying Elegant Gourmet products ever since. Other stores and clients include Starbucks, William Sonoma, Neiman Marcus, Walt Disney Company and specialty gourmet and gift retailers across the country. Louisa developed a new product line, Hannah’s Delights, a collection of tea cookies, mixes and citrus candies; Lemon Dream Cookies, was awarded “Outstanding Cookie for 1996” at the New York Fancy Food Show. Another award winner came out in 2002—Pumpkin Spice Dreams, a delicate twist on a traditional flavor. In July 2004, the company expanded into a larger facility in the heart of Woodinville. It added yet another new line with the acquisition of Master Candymaker Emery Dorsey, bringing back the lost art of old-fashioned hand-pulled candy canes, ribbon, candy and barber poles. These products have been featured on Food Network’s popular show “Unwrapped.” Carolyn’s commitment to giving back to the community includes financial and in-kind donations to many organizations. She often volunteers—and encourages her staff to join her—at The Boys & Girls Club; The Rotary Club; Health, Housing & Human Services Board; Habitat For Humanity; Bainbridge Island Public School Trust; and Family Recovery, an alcohol and substance abuse treatment program. Carolyn and her husband, Charlie, were named 2003 Business Leaders of the Year by the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce, and Carolyn was honored as 2002 business leader of the year by the Kitsap Business Journal. The June/July issue of Broker Magazine ranked her the 28th top-producing loan officer in the nation and the second highest producing female loan officer in the nation.
No longer. To date, A Place for Mom has helped more than 100,000 people find the right place for their loved ones. The company’s Family Advisors (which currently number 109 but should grow to 300 by 2007) are eldercare specialists in the areas where they live. A Place for Mom has experienced a 13,000-percent increase in revenue over the past five years, which makes it one of the fastest growing companies in the nation. Pamala’s company also created an online Customer Relationship Management system called You’ve Got Leads, which helps senior housing professionals manage their sales activities. |
|
Join
and Renew | Reserve
Luncheon | Become a Sponsor | Calendar
of Events | Contacts
Privacy and Terms of Use. All rights reserved. |
Nellie
2008 
