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Andrew Bond is a 26-year-old business owner who has a passion for business development and helping others. His key to success is persistence and a strong work ethic. Andrew has strong family values which directly translates into how he treats others. Andrew is also a board member for Desert Elite.

First Call Security and Sound

5.0

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First Call Security and Sound LLC

5.0

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First Call Security and Sound

5.0

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Gil Ruttenberg

17:54 07 Jun 21

First Call did the 2nd install of security... cameras in our new place and the quality and service is beyond our expectation. If you are thinking of protecting your home with QUALITY make them your FIRST CALLread more

Connor Howard

16:07 01 Jun 21

First call security and sound is a must have. The... safety I feel with the security systems the have in place is amazing. Also being family operated makes it a huge plus in supporting the valley!read more

Ailene W.

12:41 31 May 21

First Call is awesome!!!!! I just had work done... in my business and I'm so pleased. The entire staff was great to work with and they are all extremely...read more

Lauren Hamilton

17:15 13 May 21

First call goes above and beyond, from helping us... with our ring doorbell to installing cameras & alarms they were superb. Very knowledgeable of weak points for security, best locations for cameras and what systems are better for the heat of the desert. They were honest, professional, always on time, and went above and beyond. I recommend a 1000x over.read more

Eloy G.

14:52 06 May 21

If you're ready to take your home security and... automation to the next level, make your only to First Call Security and sound! They are up to date with all...read more

Andrew McCauley is the original Social Media Bloke. Named as #17 ‘Most Influential Social Media Marketer “ by BuzzSumo in Nov 2016 and one of the top 100 Most Influential Twitter Users by Forbes, He is an Amazon Best Selling Author and consults all types of Business on their Social Media and Online Strategy. Having been a speaker at over 300 live events, his passion for making the Online world more understandable shines through in all of his presentations. His customized strategies have continually seen 300-500% growth in traffic to business websites and his Podcast has been downloaded in over 100 countries. He is also the Co-trainer and founder of the Digital Traffic Institute and AutoPilot Your Business, which has been helping businesses make money from their website for over 8 years.

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Being a small business owner can be overwhelming. At Thryv, we created simple software to help them get organized, communicate with their customers, and get paid, so they can get back in control.

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Meet Thryv, the appointment booking software built for small business. Thryv makes you bookable online, around the clock, so clients can book at their convenience and you can reduce no shows. Let them access your availability 24/7, book the service or time slot that works best for them, and even cancel or reschedule. Enable appointment scheduling on your own website and social pages, so customers can book when they want, how they want.

Carole Motz is a licensed insurance agent in both property-casualty and life insurance. Her focus is on marketing and promotions for the agency.

Motz-Rusin Insurance Agency

5.0

Based on 29 reviews

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Connor Howard

16:49 02 Jun 21

Motz-Rusin insurance is the best. The way they... handle their claims is such a breath of fresh air. The professionalism and dedication they to what they do is a blessing.read more

Theresa Davis

08:42 31 May 21

I really like the customer service this company... provides. They were super helpful and professional. I will be using Motz-Ruskin insurance for all my insurance needs.read more

Pantea Fozouni

19:38 05 Apr 21

Love Motz Rusin insurance! Have used them to... insure our home in Rancho Mirage and our rental property in Palm Springs, plus they were able to get us earthquake insurance which is REALLY important here in the Coachella Valley. Check them out for your home, auto, and business insurance needs.read more

Erica Lopez

16:19 30 Mar 21

If you are looking for an honest Insurance quote,... please give Motz-Rusin Insurance Agency a chance, they will sit down and go over what policies you need and what fits within your budget.read more

Katrina Thomas

20:28 29 Mar 21

Family-owned, local company! They are so thorough... in discovering what you need and finding the right plans at the right value for you!read more

I am a financial advisor focusing on providing 401(k), 403(b) and other retirement solutions to businesses, corporations, and nonprofits. Here are some of the services I provide:
•Establishing new 401(k) plans, SEP IRA, and SIMPLE IRA accounts to businesses, corporations, and sole proprietors.
•Reviewing 401(k) plans and offering improved pricing and/or service models to meet your company's needs.
•Group educational meetings and one-on-one meetings to all plan participants or individuals to help them navigate through their retirement plans or individual brokerage accounts.
•For individuals and families, I place a big focus on the financial planning process and ongoing investment portfolio management for health care professionals and business owners.

A bit about myself:

I grew up in Palm Springs, CA and had the pleasure to enjoy a great part of my life in Orange County, California. I am currently based out of Palm Desert, CA but I am registered to do business in Texas as well. I am actively involved in the community, and I am currently sitting in the Board of Directors for the John F, Kennedy Memorial Foundation.

I enjoy my career, and probably a bit too much! However, in my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and attending community events.

Feel free to connect with me here or email me at charles.alfaro@raymondjames.com anytime if you would like to get in touch. You can also feel free to reach my office line at 760-862-6749.

I’m the Owner of Sensible HR Solutions. We are your local HR Business Partner here in
the Coachella Valley. We provide a full spectrum of sensible and affordable HR solutions
designed specifically for small to medium-sized businesses. Regardless of the size of your
business, all businesses are liable for violations of Federal, State, and Local laws and
regulations. We assist employers with HR Audits/Compliance Reviews, Employee
Handbooks, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding New Hires, Employee Relations and
Coaching, Benefits Administration, Performance Management, and Leave Management.
Working with us is a sensible affordable option to ensure compliance and to get help with
any HR projects for your business.
I have over 20 years of HR Management experience in the following industries:
* Law Firms
* Real Estate
* Manufacturing
* Non-Profits
* Cannabis Cultivation/Agriculture
I'm a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and I am PHR Certified by the Human
Resources Certification Institute.
I am looking forward to earning your business!

Doug Motz was born and raised in the Coachella Valley and has over 33 years of experience in the insurance industry. Doug’s father started his insurance agency in the Palm Springs area, over 45 years ago. He followed in his father’s footsteps and started his own insurance agency in Palm Desert over 23 years ago and is proud that his son, Jonathan has continued the family tradition by entering the insurance business. Together they provide their customers with decades of experience in the insurance industry. Doug is very active in his community where he belongs to several different organizations. He believes giving back brings you interesting and challenging opportunities that allow you to connect to your community while making it a better place to live.

Desert Elite Board Member

Owner of Local's Choice Printing and Website Design located in Rancho Mirage Ca.  We offer Wholesale Printing, Responsive Website Design, and Email Marketing all at competitive prices.

Local's Choice Printing

5.0

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Locals Choice Printing and Website Design

4.8

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Local's Choice Printing

5.0

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Dave Q.

18:14 23 Mar 21

Greg at Local's Choice Printing and Website... Design did a fantastic job developing my company's website. He is very professional, easy to talk to, and is a...read more

David Quam

21:17 14 Mar 21

Greg at Local's Choice Printing did a fantastic... job developing my company's website. He is very professional, easy to talk to, and is a master at his craft. I also got company signage and business cards through them. I highly recommend Local's Choice Printing.read more

Aaron H.

12:31 13 Feb 21

I met Greg Jones of Local's Choice Printing... alittle over a year ago, since then I have learned that Local's Choice is so much more than a "printer". Greg...read more

Mando De Alba

20:38 18 Sep 20

Local choice is the best company to do any type... of design website the day phenomenal job on creating a website for my company I am pleased Greg Jones is awesome that man has beyond knowledge on his line of work highly recommend him and his staff

Thank you Greg for putting so much effort and time into my website!...read more

Mando De Alba

20:38 18 Sep 20

Local choice is the best company to do any type... of design website the day phenomenal job on creating a website for my company I am pleased Greg Jones is awesome that man has beyond knowledge on his line of work highly recommend him and his staffThank you Greg for putting so much effort and time into my website!...read more

As a business doctor, my passion is to enhance organizational, board and personal effectiveness. I partner with clients to develop and strengthen your secret sauce. Together, we use the ingredients of strategy, structure, process, people and rewards to identify and develop internal capacity and focus them on strategic external opportunities.

DESERT ELITE SECRETARY

My Name is Jenny Ishikawa together with my husband Ronald Ishikawa, we own Heavenly Confections a
CFO Licensed and insured In-Home Bakery and Confectionery. We specialize in small hand-held Desserts
and Treats. We have been in Business since 2014 catering to events of any size. We serve all cities in the
Coachella Valley and the High Desert area. We have catered events for Weddings, Birthday Parties, Bridal
Showers, Baby Showers, Government events, Non-Profit Galas and the list goes on. You can follow us on our
social media pages; Instagram www.instagram.com/Heavenly_Confections_ or on our FaceBook business
page www.facebook.com/HeavenlyConfections

CTAX provides the unique to you service that strategically positions your company for growth. CTAX provides this through its tax planning, CFO analytics, and ongoing business partnerships that cultivates higher cash inflows and margins.

CTAX

5.0

Based on 16 reviews

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Malia Rivera

17:28 04 Oct 20

Jorden & his company CTAX are outstanding tax... preparers and wealth counselors starting from our initial outreach online to our eFile. If you are looking for an honest, hardworking, ethical, timely and invested company to work alongside you, please call Jorden.CTAX services exceed expectations:* Response time: Same day, often same hour from online inquiry to follow-up to ongoing questions.* Customer Service: Scanned/copied all of our documents without undue stress from us as a client* Detail-oriented: Asked all the questions from investment property to student loans, making sure no financial stone is unturned.* Organized and Knowledgable: Jorden saved us thousands in tax burden, so much so, we are working with him on our rental property planning plus our taxes in the future.* Preparation fees: Honest and affordable - he is worth every penny with all the savings he provides based on everyone’s tax situation.* Parking and Building: Plenty of underground visitor parking and although he is in a dual office space, it was clean and comfortable for our needs.Regardless my spouse was in professional sports for 13 years, for anyone’s tax situation, Jorden and CTAX has your best interest, and your financial future top of mind as his priority. We give Jorden our highest recommendation.read more

Mindy Conant

21:45 28 Sep 20

Jorden is intelligent, considerate and... trustworthy. He knows his business and really is at the top of his game. He is up to date on new laws and requirements for small business and personal accounting. Give Jorden a call and let him help you gain peace with your accounts.read more

ALYSSA B.

02:34 10 May 20

As a business owner myself, I love to support... local businesses. I heard of CTAX through an old colleague of mine who was bragging about their services, so I checked out their website to see what all the hype was about. I requested a consultation for more information and was pleasantly surprised at how quickly I was contacted after submitting my information on their website. It immediately made me feel like I was a priority to them. After a brief phone call, I had all the information I needed to feel confident enough to press forward and give them a shot. My taxes aren’t exactly simple to file, to say the least, but I was reassured that I was in the hands of professionals. I filed my personal and business taxes with Mr. Chryss and do not regret it one bit! I have a huge weight lifted off my shoulders, I’m stress free for the first tax season in years, and I am beyond pleased with my returns and the impeccable customer service I received! Now I can really see what all the hype is about and want to brag to someone about this business too! Thank you CTAX, I will most definitely be returning for future services!read more

Brenda Barrientos

21:53 06 May 20

I can't thank you enough for the great work you... did on my past due taxes, 2017-2018. Filing taxes can be incredible stressful, especially when they are late and you anticipate the worse possible scenario. However, you made the process stress free, easy and convenient. Not only are you diligent and resourceful, you are very knowledgeable in your expertise. I was very impressed with your work ethic, attention to detail and more importantly, I still got a refund!Thank you again! I highly recommended you to my friends and family!read more

Kimberly Stearns

04:25 06 May 20

Jorden is an amazing! He is extremely... knowledgeable and helpful in answering questions. Gives helpful advice, and makes sure you get your maximum refund. Highly recommended!read more

We are a creative team based in Palm Springs, Ca. We are a Husband & Wife team with a passion for creativity and adventure. We love partnering with local businesses to help bring their ideas to life. If you or your business needs help getting your product or service out in this competitive world, we are here to help. Let us be the creative extension you need. We’d love to help. After all, our mission is to do everything in our hands to make your vision come to pass.

Stice brings eleven years of local chamber experience to the Rancho Mirage Chamber. She has earned her IOM (Institute for Organizational Management) from the US Chamber of Commerce and ACE (Accredited Chamber Executive) from the Western Association of Chamber Executives. Katie currently serves on the Board of Regents for IOM, guiding future generations of chamber executives in the four-year educational program sponsored by the US Chamber of Commerce. She has been through the US Chamber’s accreditation process two times over, receiving a rare five-star accreditation rating both times with her team for the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce.

Heavily involved in the community, Stice has received many awards and acknowledgements including Top 40 Under Forty from Palm Springs Life Magazine, Top 10 Most Interesting & Influential Women 2018 from CV Weekly and Angel on Earth Award from Angel Light Academy for her dedication and commitment to creating a better Coachella Valley. She has also served on several local nonprofit boards, such as the Auxiliary Board for Shelter from the Storm, and graduated Leadership Coachella Valley in its inaugural class.

Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce

4.6

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Tari Marek

21:28 27 May 21

Great people doing all they can to help... businesses thrive.read more

David Quam

20:40 21 May 21

Katie Stice does an amazing job running the... Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce, and the Chamber members all love Katie! She does whatever she can for her members so that their businesses will prosper and grow. She is one of the most kindest people I know and she excels at listening to her members and providing them the support that they need for their business. Katie is a true community leader and we are lucky to have her here in Rancho Mirage!read more

Pantea Fozouni

22:12 15 Mar 21

Love the Rancho Mirage Chamber! Katie Stice has... been on top of helping local business owners throughout the pandemic. This feels like a very intimate, proactive chamber, which I really like and appreciate. While it’s smaller than the others, the personal attention we get is unparalleled. I’m proud to be a member!read more

Ailene Wendler

03:45 21 Sep 20

I have to say that Katie Stice is an incredible... woman! She is so positive and encouraging. She always trying to think outside the box and help people. She is full of information and try’s to help so many businesses. I appreciate her and the effort she puts in. Thank you Katie for being youread more

PETER ANDERSON

02:31 01 Sep 20

I love being a part of this great organization. ... Top notch group that cares about growing my businesses. Best Chamber in the valleyread more

We are a custom plantation wood shutter company. We make by hand custom, classic and modern designs. Ranging from various stains, and styles. Doors (French and other) sliders etc.

We also repair, offer a warranty, & give free estimates on-site to clients. We are a family business, where valuing our client's needs and attention to excellence is of top concern. The knowledge behind our company goes back 20+ years and we stand by our products.

UltraView Shutters

5.0

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Mindy Conant

18:21 05 Oct 20

What a great... company! These beautiful shutters are handmade. They know what they are doing and you can tell they take pride in their workmanship. Reach out and schedule an appointment, soon!read more

Heather Adams

17:40 04 Oct 20

Wow! I am so... impressed with the attention to detail along with the options from Ultra View Shutters! I appreciate that one can add new shutters and take care of repairing the ones we already have!! Thank you Ultra View Shutters!!!!read more

Kris Warren

04:41 29 Sep 20

Great products... , amazing customer service, just an all around great company to work with. I will definitely be contracting them on all of my renovation projects in the future. I couldn’t be happier with their attention to detail and quality craftsmanship. 👍👍read more

I have spent many years of my career making amazing life long business and personal trusting connections through networking. I noticed over the past few years that no one under 30 years of age, was at any of the events in our amazing community. This made me completely aware that our future workforce is more and more connected through technology. I believe this is causing the loss of essential human interaction experiences.
I ran an experiment with The GCV Chamber of Commerce and a non-profit One Future Coachella Valley. We encouraged 5 young adults to participate in 5 networking events and earn a certificate upon completion for their bravery. The meeting and speaking and actually practicing all soft/essential skills...was a huge success.
As a result, it became my main focus and Konnections Certification Inc. was formed. My goal is 250 young adults per year to attend 40+ pre-approved networking events in a maximum time frame of 6 months.
The program is $250 and can be paid by the individual, by a business or non-profit that would like them to represent them, or they can apply for a scholarship supported by various community members, businesses and non-profits.

Corona Lighting & Electric Inc provides residential and commercial electrical services to the Coachella Valley, CA area.

DESERT ELITE BOARD MEMBER

A lifelong resident of the Coachella Valley, Marlene R. Ruttenberg is the owner of Desert Properties Realtors. Our firm serves clients throughout Coachella Valley, Palm Springs and the surrounding region.

Marlene has over 19 years of very diverse experience within the real estate industry in the Coachella Valley/Greater Palm Springs area. In 1999, Marlene first entered the industry as a receptionist of an extremely busy and top producing real estate firm in the desert with three locations. She ultimately became an office manager with a highly respected group of real estate professionals at a luxury real estate firm.

In 2001, Marlene shifted gears, venturing into the exciting yet demanding land of escrow where she spent the next 15 years, enduring through the high and low of the market. During this time, Marlene also worked as a loan processor and as a transaction coordinator.

Marlene is extremely well-rounded and has leveraged this broad range of experience as she became a REALTOR® and ultimately found herself leading her own brokerage firm, Desert Properties Realtors.

Marlene and her elite team have a wealth of knowledge of this beautiful desert region, as evidenced by many 5-star Zillow reviews. Desert Properties Realtors deals in residential real estate and all price ranges, giving clients the flexibility they need to find the ideal desert home.

The Desert Properties Realtors team will help you make informed decisions, negotiate acceptable terms on your behalf and communicate with you and advise you throughout all stages of the buying and selling process.

To learn more or to list or view a property in Coachella Valley and the Palm Springs region, simply complete the contact form and a member of the Desert Properties Realty team will be in touch soon. If you need immediate assistance, call 760-636-5020 .

Desert Properties Realtors

5.0

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TERRY CECHIN

15:01 24 May 20

Honest, experienced, kind, firm, dedicated,... persistent, Marlene Ruttenberg definitely checks all the boxes and she definitely used her skill set and extremely equipped tool box to get my house sold. The sale of my house had a little bit of everything (don't they all) including a couple moments where I thought the deal was going to fall out of escrow and the sale wasn't going to happen. Marlene dealt with every moment with grace and professionalism. I never felt like she was unequipped or unfamiliar with the path we were on. Having someone who brings so much ability to the sale is very calming and as we all know buying and selling a home can be very stressful so this calm approach is priceless. She knew when to be patient and she also knew when to apply a little pressure. I would give myself 4 stars for my behavior during the transaction and Marlene knew just how to handle my emotions too. Definitely a 5 star treatment from Marlene and I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for that next great professional relationship in their life.read more

Vanessa Barraza

18:08 20 May 20

I had met Marlene a few years back and had... mentioned thinking about upgrading our home, but at that time, it just wasn’t right. Her patience and understanding of our situation only grew our bond closer. Her support and dedication to customer service is infinite - We purchased our upgraded home with her almost 3 years later! Marlene is awesome! The home buying experience can be frightening, but not with Marlene. She is so knowledgeable and walks you through the process every step of the way. Marlene goes above and beyond for her Clients. Regardless of the time of day, she would always respond to my texts/calls. She was excellent, knowledgeable and professional. My purchase was easy and stress free thanks to her! Despite very humble in her ways, my now considered good family friend, Marlene, demonstrates the true definition and value of eminence.read more

Stephanie lainez

01:03 14 May 20

Marlene is a joy to work with, very knowledgable... in all aspects. She was always available to asnwer any questions I had. The moment I got off the phone with her I knew she was gonna help me and my family get our house. Thank you so much Marlene.read more

Yesenia Uroza

21:56 25 Apr 20

Marlene has provided excellent service from the... beginning of the process and continues to, well after closing. She is knowledgeable, approachable, extremely kind, endlessly patient, and incredibly generous with her time. Our experience began in 2018 with the purchase of our first home weeks before giving birth to our 3rd baby. She made the process so much fun and we loved how involved she was every step of the way. Fast forward two years later we decided we needed a bigger home for our family. Marlene put our home up on the market and she sold our house in THREE DAYS...yes three! Not only did she sell our house that fast, it was also sold more than asking price!!!! 🤩 Once we accepted the offer on our first home to sell, she immediately helped us find our forever home🏡. No matter the time or day she was just a text or phone call away. She always stayed on top of deadlines to make sure both escrows closed simultaneously. Although buying a home can be overwhelming and stressful, it was nice to have a professional like her on our side to get the job done. Marlene is an excellent real estate agent in short words and we would highly recommend her to anyone that needs an awesome agent!read more

Ailene Wendler

00:09 17 Mar 20

Marlene Ruttenberg is AMAZING!!! Marlene is a go... getter. She is driven and motivated. But with all of that she is knowledgeable, kind, caring , helpful and so sweet. From the time we walked through my home together for the first time until the final walk through she was there. She made it seem as if we were her only client and project she had. I know she is extremely busy too! We had difficulties through our transaction and she was there to smooth things over the whole time. She did her best to keep us in the know when needed and handle things they may have caused us stress as much as she could. We closed escrow in 2 weeks time so it was a lot of things in a very short time. Her staff was helpful and kind and kept things moving also.Marlene truly cares about people and clearly loves what she does. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home and would most definitely use her in the future for other transactions. Thank you Marlene to you and your staff for making this the best experience for my situation. Keep doing what you do girl!read more

The solar expert in the Coachella Valley. With over a decade of experience and over 500+ customers personally helped to go solar there are not many questions he cannot answer. Specializing in all types of financing and customizing a system to each homeowner. Personalized service and 24/7 customer service set Matt apart from other energy consultants.

Renova Energy

4.9

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Renova Energy

5.0

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Responsible for the development and implementation of payroll operations policies to ensure that the company is in compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Set up various automated reports and upgrades which lead to more visibility and accurate reporting for the clients.

Most families feel frustrated by the current health care system. We bring primary care directly to patients, removing the confusion of insurance
coverage. When you have access to timely medical service and personalized care, you can live a healthy, active life with your loved ones. We have been in the valley for over 15 years.

Coachella Valley Direct Primary Care

5.0

Based on 26 reviews

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Theresa Davis

01:01 03 Jun 21

The doctors here will work around your schedule... by coming in early or staying late. There is no rush when seeing them either, they take all the time needed.read more

Jackie Math

17:58 07 May 21

Dr. Kim is the most caring doctor I have ever... experienced in my 74 years. He responds very quickly and has gone the extra mile for me on many occasions. His follow up and knowledge are unparalleled. Can not imagine my health care with anyone else.read more

Aurora Lucia-Levey

22:43 03 May 21

Great office, Dr. Kim is caring and resourceful.... Personal treatment and very little wait time to get an appointment. Would recommend!read more

Brian Murphy

16:44 02 May 21

We have had great success utilizing Direct... Primary Care. Amazing people skills making you feel very comfortable when a Doctor is needed. Easy in and out and n time and always welcoming and ready for us.Thank you so much Dr. Mikeread more

Barbara Boswell

23:57 21 Apr 21

My husband and I could not be more pleased to be... members of Coachella Valley Direct Primary. From the very personable and friendly first contact with Nurse Erica, I was thanking my lucky stars for finding Dr. Burris and Dr. Kim. They both listened to my concerns, fears, aches and pains with genuine interest. A plan to address all of my health and well being concerns was discussed with me and after test results, implemented with encouragement and compassion. Nurse Erica is my weight loss expert, sharing personal challenges and cheering me on.Dr. Kim won over my very skeptical husband on the first visit. Dr. Burris had me at hello. This team is the real deal, like it used to be back in the day, only better.Don’t wait another day to access the healthcare you deserve. Call and get an appointment while there is still room. Worth every $ 👏👏👏👏👏read more

We are a family-owned and operated company that has been doing business in the Desert communities for the past 8 years. We want to be the best service provider for a clean healthy indoor environment and realize that it takes dedication, integrity, loyalty, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to our customers to get there.  We have committed ourselves to provide the highest level of customer service, education, and cleaning & restoration procedures.

Pantea formed Palm Desert Law Group, APC specifically to focus on the needs of families with young children as well as small business owners. Prior to starting this firm, she saw too many instances where the all too common “one-size fits all” estate planning failed, leaving families in court and conflict for years. She also saw that there was a huge disconnect between attorneys practicing estate planning and those practicing business law, such that the complex needs of small business owners were never fully met. And she wanted to change that.

Pantea aims to bring back the “old-school” practice of lawyering where she can be a trusted source to guide her clients through the decisions they need to make to protect their families and businesses.

Pantea graduated from Seton Hall University, School of Law and from New York University, College of Arts and Sciences. After graduating from law school, Pantea served as Senior Associate at the Law Office of David Philipson, where she represented high-net-worth families and their businesses, before opening her own practice in the Coachella Valley.

Pantea is a dedicated member of her business community, serving as the Special Events Committee Chair of the Desert Estate Planning Council and an active member of the Women Leaders Forum of the Coachella Valley. During the summer months, she devotes a few weeks of her time serving as a camp counselor for her favorite organization, Camp to Belong, which reunites siblings who have been separated in the foster system for a fun (and often challenging!) week of memory building and family bonding.

Pantea lives in Palm Springs with her husband, her step-daughter, and their fur-baby, Ruby. She is licensed to practice law in California.

Palm Desert Law Group, APC

5.0

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Palm Desert Law Group

5.0

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Gil Ruttenberg

18:15 07 Jun 21

Palm Desert Law Group made our family estate... planning and absolute amazing experience. Very patient and explained everything to us in detail. HIGHLY RECOMMENDread more

Dave Q.

09:05 29 Apr 21

Pantea and Palm Desert Law Group are experts in... providing Estate Planning, Wills, and Trusts. They also help business owners design, implement and maintain...read more

Aaron H.

12:18 13 Feb 21

I have had the opportunity to use a number of... lawyers and law firms both here in the valley and elsewhere and I have found Palm Desert Law Group to be heads...read more

Carole Motz

18:18 06 Jan 21

Do you need estate planning? Pantea is great at... planning for your family's needs whether you have children, grandchildren or are even retired. She can help give you and your family peace of mind towards their future.read more

Carole M.

10:19 06 Jan 21

Do you need estate planning? Pantea is great at... planning for your family's needs whether you have children, grandchildren or are even retired. She can help...read more

DESERT ELITE PRESIDENT

A husband to Mary, father to 8, and Papa to 6, Pete believes success begins at home. Pete is the president of Desert Elite Referral Partners and has enjoyed a long 22-year career in the security, surveillance, and loss prevention industry. From being the youngest national trainer in ADT's history at 25 to now teaching business seminars and motivational speaking, Pete's passion is training up the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Pete is the host of Closing Bell w/ Pete Chryss on Remnant Radio 100.1 FM, a radio talk show about business and entrepreneurship from a Biblical perspective. He also serves on the board of directors for The Boys & Girls Club of Cathedral City.

Alpha Commerce Consultants

5.0

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Gil Ruttenberg

17:50 07 Jun 21

Pete has a great wealth of knowledge. His coaching is priceless.

william noble

19:02 22 Mar 21

Pete's expertise and knowledge puts him in a class by himself. I would recommend his consulting skills to anyone.

Pantea Fozouni

18:44 13 Jan 21

Great consulting group when you and your team need motivation and direction. Pete is inspiring and empowering — I always feel ready to go out and “have a great sales day” after meeting with him. I think you will, too!

A Fair Way Mediation Center offers a relaxed, compassionate atmosphere in an informal setting that encourages a calm and objective approach. This is a safe space that avoids the stress and embarrassment that courtroom procedures can inject into any divorce or separation. All couples are welcome, whether traditional or same-sex families.

Our Principal Mediator is Richard Gordon, B.A., M.A. & J.D.. An experienced Mediator, Mr. Gordon has worked in all facets of alternate dispute resolution (ADR), with both individuals and organizations. He brings a friendly approach that is conducive to cooperation.

We offer a complete slate of mediation services, including Adoption, Civil, Commercial, Divorce (parenting), Employment, Family (other), General Mediation, Landlord-Tenant, Land Use, Probate, Religious/Church, Torts, and Workplace, as well as additional professional services such as Arbitration, Child Custody, Communication Skills Training, Consensus Building, Counselling Services, Divorce Seminars, Fact Finding, and Prenuptial Agreements, among others.

Aside from being the proud founder and owner of Artisan Design Concepts, I am a wife to an amazing man named Travis who owns and operates our business with me and mom to a beautiful daughter named Maya. I've lived in the desert for about 15 years and love the community we have here. I thank God every day for all the blessings he has given our family and for all that he continues to provide.

A little about our business....Artisan Design Concepts produces custom epoxy tables, countertops, and shower walls that have the look and feel of polished natural stone. Our surfaces are 100% non-porous and never need to be re-sealed. They are 100% anti-bacterial, food-grade (approved for commercial restaurant use), seamless, stain and moisture resistant, scratch, impact, and heat resistant up to 475 degrees. The colors, shine, and shimmer that can be included are limited only by your imagination. From mild to wild, let us wow you with our designs! Veteran Owned! Semper Fi!

Artisan Design Concepts

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Michael Kim

01:11 05 Dec 19

Passion meets one of a kind creations. Staci and... her team can transform any surface. No seams to worry about in your counter tops. 100% recommend Artisan Design Concepts.read more

Marlene Ruttenberg

17:04 04 Dec 19

I am in awe of all the amazing variations of... stones that Travis and Staci Franklin @ Artisan Design Concepts are able to duplicate. Their work is beautiful and each piece is one of a kind. I look forward to not only using you for my own home but also for referring all of my clients to you! You have a bright future ahead of you.read more

rick cubas

00:29 04 Dec 19

You are absolutely going to love what Staci and... her team can do in terms of the different styles and designs they can create to match granite and marble as well has save you a ton of money. Call them today. You won’t be disappointed!read more

Randy Boyd

02:13 13 Nov 19

We have ordered two of their crosses and will be... ordering two more. The quality of their workmanship is top notch and their customer service excellent. Our product was delivered to us on the promised date. We are now having them give us quotes on remodeling both our bathrooms. Great work and custom service.read more

whitney laws

14:42 10 Oct 19

Incredible work!!! I consulted with the artist... Staci for a custom design and she was more than happy to accommodate me. I was able to customize the colors. The work was done in a timely manner and she communicated with me during the process. When I picked it up I was beyond impressed. The piece was a sparkling jewel and there was so much depth to the color. I will be ordering again soon!!!read more