Aaron Rojo

World Financial Group

760.835.1511
Aaron Rojo Aaron Rojo
Know about me Aaron Rojo

Aaron Rojo

Designation:

World Financial Group

Phone:

760.835.1511

Email:

AARONROJO1@GMAIL.COM

Department:

World Financial Group

Ailene TenBrook

Thairapy Salon El Paseo

(760) 898-3113
Ailene TenBrook Ailene TenBrook
Know about me Ailene TenBrook

Ailene TenBrook

Designation:

Thairapy Salon El Paseo

Phone:

(760) 898-3113

Email:

Neencole@gmail.com

Department:

Thairapy Salon El Paseo

Alicia Herrarte

Alicia’s House Cleaning

(760) 537-9387
Alicia Herrarte Alicia Herrarte
Know about me Alicia Herrarte

Alicia Herrarte

Designation:

Alicia’s House Cleaning

Phone:

(760) 537-9387

Email:

Aliciashousecleaning001@gmail.com

Department:

Alicia’s House Cleaning

Andrew Bond

First Call AV & Electric

Know about me Andrew Bond

Andrew Bond

Designation:

First Call AV & Electric

Phone:

(760) 332-8900

Email:

andrew@firstcallpd.com

Website URL:

https://firstcallpd.com/

Department:

First Call AV and Electric

DESERT ELITE BOARD MEMBER

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.

Carlos F.
Carlos F.
14:13 21 Oct 24
Pete and his entire team are professional and... knowledgeable. The quality of their work is second to none. They were able to service, repair, and upgrade an...read more
Ely R.
Ely R.
14:21 08 Oct 24
Look no further than First Call Security and... Sound for all your security and sound needs. The owner Pete is a well known, loved and respected man and...read more
C S.
C S.
12:31 07 Oct 24
Very thorough. Pete showed up the following day... for the consultation. Explained everything in detail. He also explained how easy it was for Ring cameras to...read more
Matthew M.
Matthew M.
11:02 07 Oct 24
First Call Security and Sound is the absolute... best!We use them for all of our security and electrical needs at our places of business and residential...read more
Nicole T.
Nicole T.
16:32 05 Oct 24
First Call Security and Sound is an absolute gem... in the community! The owner is known for his generosity and unwavering commitment to doing the right thing...read more

Andrew Hernandez Andrew Hernandez
Know about me Andrew Hernandez

Andrew Hernandez

Designation:

Resort Carpet & Tile Care

Phone:

(442) 300-6406

Email:

resortcarpetandtilecare@gmail.com

Website URL:

https://resortcarpetandtilecare.com/

Department:

Resort Carpet & Tile Care

Andrew Hernandez is owner/operator at Resort Carpet & Tile Care. He is dedicated to providing amazing customer service, going out of his way for his clients, and being a true hard-working professional. Call and ask for The Dynamic DREW (442) 300-6406

Know about me Andrew Starke

Andrew Starke

Designation:

Power Baseball, CWL, PSCL

Phone:

(760) 778-4487

Email:

astarke@palmspringspowerbaseball.com

Website URL:

https://palmspringspowerbaseball.com/

Department:

Palm Springs Power

I am a motivated leader of POWER Baseball and the California Winter League (CWL). My goals are to grow CWL's enrollment and total number of players signed to professional contracts in both affiliated organizations & independent professional teams. While guiding the Palm Springs POWER to the elusive perfect summer collegiate season.

Know about me Angelique Ontiveros

Angelique Ontiveros

Designation:

Desert Arc

Phone:

(760) 346-1611

Email:

aontiveros@desertarc.org

Website URL:

https://www.desertarc.org/

Department:

Desert Arc

As Desert Arc’s Vice President, Business Development, Angelique has turned her passion for helping others into a career of making a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. During her 25-year tenure with Desert Arc, a nonprofit, human services organization founded in 1959, she has led the development of its social innovation initiatives under the umbrella of Business Services with four divisions including Shredding & Recycling, Landscape Maintenance, Janitorial and Fulfillment. These microenterprises offer area residents and businesses key service offerings in tandem with fulfilling Desert Arc’s mission to enhance the quality of life and create opportunities for people with disabilities through vocational training and gainful employment.
Dedicated to her community, Angelique is an active member of the Board of Directors for the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce, the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission and is the Board President of the Rotary Club of Palm Desert. She is also an Ambassador for the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce and an alumna of Leadership Coachella Valley. As a devoted volunteer, she generously donates countless hours in support of many local events and programs.
Angelique is a proud mother and grandmother, and in her free time, enjoys traveling, camping and off-roading.

Know about me Anthony Jackson

Anthony Jackson

Designation:

Barret Business Services

Phone:

(909) 532-1319

Email:

Anthony.jackson@bbsi.com

Website URL:

https://www.bbsi.com/locations/laquinta

Department:

Barret Business Services

As a US Marine Corps Veteran, Anthony embodies key traits instilled in him by his years of service; teamwork, resilience and selflessness. His priorities are God, country, family and BBSI. Anthony enjoys spending time with family and friends, and hiking, bike riding, listening to audio books and watching basketball are some of his favorite things to do.

Brian Murphy Brian Murphy
Know about me Brian Murphy

Brian Murphy

Designation:

Jimmy Johns

Phone:

(310) 956-0594

Email:

Pcmurph1@Aol.com

Website URL:

https://locations.jimmyjohns.com/ca/palmdesert/sandwiches-3503.html

Department:

Jimmy Johns

I LOVE your new Smoked Chedder Bourban sandwich!... Great food, excellent service!read more
Jimmy John’s is amazing. I have a 4 year daughter... who loves her some Jimmy John’s. The location at palm desert is awesome. Murphy and his team are always smiling and very warm welcoming. Everything is made fresh from sandwiches to wraps! Thank you Murphy keep up the good work!read more
I love coming here to eat after my weekly... meetings in the area. The staff is friendly and service is great. If you need a "quick lunch" with little to no wait time, this is the place to go. Never disappoints. Food is always great.read more
Jimmy John's is my favorite sandwich spot in... town! The perfect place to meet a friend or client for a quick meeting. I highly recommend using them for...read more
My husband and I love this place! The staff make... the sandwiches pretty quickly and give good portions. It's a small place inside so we take it to go.read more

Know about me Charles Alfaro

Charles Alfaro

Designation:

Raymond James

Phone:

760-862-6749

Email:

charles.alfaro@raymondjames.com

Website URL:

https://www.raymondjames.com/charlesalfaro

Department:

Raymond James

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.

Chris Burke

Luxury Pools Design & Construction

Know about me Chris Burke

Chris Burke

Designation:

Luxury Pools Design & Construction

Phone:

(760) 619-1157

Email:

Cburke@luxpooldesign.com

Website URL:

https://www.luxpooldesign.com

Department:

Luxury Pools Design & Construction

My name is Chris Burke, and I am the General Manager of Luxury Pools. My wife Charlene and I have been married for nearly 10 years and have two beautiful children; our daughter Carly is 8 years old and our son Cole is almost 2. Carly is a girly girl who loves her make up, skin care and barbies but her favorite thing in the world is jiu jitsu. Cole is your typical toddler running around making everyone laugh while watching in fear as he jumps of couches and slides headfirst down the hallways of our home.

 

As a native to the Coachella Valley, I take great pride in being a part of our community. As a boy, I was immersed into the historical Palm Springs culture by my grandfather who began as a developer in the 1960’s. Growing up in the desert surrounded by some of the Coachella Valley’s most influential pioneers, I continue these relationships, two generations later, with today’s Coachella Valley Leaders. I have a great passion in continuing to build new relationships and networking them into existing connections in effort to play my part in the continued and progressive growth of this area we call home.

 

Luxury Pools started in 2018 and has become a Coachella Valley leader as a custom outdoor living builder. With a focus on custom design and construction, Luxury Pools has collaborated with world class designers and architects to create outdoor living space for some of the most influential people who call the Coachella Valley home. At Luxury Pools, we take great pride in our community and make it a priority to give back every chance we have. With our community’s future in mind, we take special interest in local youth sports providing sponsorships and equipment to local high schools. As members of the community and as people who grew up here, we find it important to take care of those that take care of us. At Luxury Pools we also provide special pricing for all local teachers, military and first responders as a thank you for being the unsung heroes of our community day in and day out.

 

As General Manager of Luxury Pools, I bring the pride of calling the Coachella Valley home to every aspect of our business. But it is not just me, this is a home-grown team, a home-grown business, and a home-grown success story. At Luxury Pools, we take great pride in our community, and we look forward to continuing to grow with our Coachella Valley.

Coy Bradstreet

BPI Inspections

(760) 925-7873
Know about me Coy Bradstreet

Coy Bradstreet

Designation:

BPI Inspections

Phone:

(760) 925-7873

Email:

coy@bpisocal.com

Website URL:

https://bpihomeinspection.com

Department:

BPI Inspections
Damian Jenkins Damian Jenkins
Know about me Damian Jenkins

Damian Jenkins

Designation:

The Management Trust

Phone:

(760) 776-5100

Email:

damian.jenkins@managementtrust.com

Website URL:

https://managementtrust.com/

Department:

The Management Trust

Damian Jenkins
President, The Management Trust, California Desert Region

Damian has been with The Management Trust since August 2018. During his tenure the Desert Division has seen significant growth of 113% in the number of community associations managed. We attribute this growth to his focus on driving engagement with our employee owners and clients which has resulted in building a strong team and has had a significant impact on both employee and client retention. His professional achievements include 18 years in Hospitality with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company predominantly in Food and Beverage working at properties across the U.S. and Middle East. He opened five Ritz-Carlton Hotels across the U.S. and opened the luxury brand’s resort in the Dutch Caribbean. He has achieved many awards including obtaining Forbes 5 star and AAA 5 Diamond awards across several properties and restaurants and in 2007 he won the DEPA Middle East Hotelier of the year award held in Dubai. He has led and successfully operated celebrity branded restaurants within The Ritz-Carlton LLC including Spago by Wolfgang Puck, John Elway’s Steakhouses across Colorado and Celebrity Chef Gaston Acurio’s restaurant in the Middle East. Most recent Ritz-Carlton property that he came from is The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage where he served as Director of Food and Beverage and General Manager of The Edge Steakhouse for 4 years which is located in the California Desert.

He has the following qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Leisure, Tourism and Recreation Management, Higher National Diploma in Leisure Studies, General National Vocational Qualification in Leisure and Tourism Certified by LCGI - Licentiateship of the City and Guilds Institution of London.

He is a proud and patriotic Welshman, hails from Britain’s Smallest City – St. David’s in Pembrokeshire in West Wales, United Kingdom.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, playing pool, watching Rugby and American Football and giving back to the Community which he does to many non-profit organizations. He joined the Board of Directors for Desert Arc in 2018 and is currently on his fifth year as Board President. Desert Arc is a Non-Profit Organization that has been providing Opportunities for People with Disabilities for over 60 years. Damian is also an Ambassador for the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce and is Co-Chair of the Community Associations Institute, Coachella Valley (CAI) Education Committee.

Back in September of 2022 Damian got recognized, selected and presented with the coveted award as a “Few Good Men and Women of the Inland Empire and Coachella Valley” for his work in philanthropy and commitment to The Ronald McDonald House Charities in addition to many other non-profit organizations.

 

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Douglas Bowser

Designation:

Acme Moving and Storage

Phone:

(760) 200-1102

Email:

dougb@acmemovingpalmdesert.com

Website URL:

https://www.acmemovingpalmdesert.com/

Department:

Acme Moving and Storage
Dr. Michacel Jerez, DC Dr. Michacel Jerez, DC
Know about me Dr. Michacel Jerez, DC

Dr. Michacel Jerez, DC

Designation:

Dr. Michacel Jerez, DC

Phone:

Office: 760-701-5046

Email:

movingmountainswt@gmail.com

Website URL:

https://www.ptworksinc.com/home-mountains-wellness-and-therapy

Department:

Michael Jerez Chiropractic
Erica Lopez Erica Lopez
Know about me Erica Lopez

Erica Lopez

Phone:

760-642-5549

Email:

ericalopez@coachellavalleydpc.com

Website URL:

https://coachellavalleydpc.com/

Department:

Coachella Valley Direct Primary Care

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.

Yvonne Sotelo - Garcia
Yvonne Sotelo - Garcia
19:48 25 Sep 24
I cannot recommend Coachella Valley Direct... Patient Care highly enough! From the moment I stepped through the door, I was greeted by a warm and welcoming staff that truly cares about their patients. The doctors are not only knowledgeable and skilled, but they also take the time to listen and understand individual needs.What I appreciate most is their flexibility and reliability; they consistently go above and beyond to accommodate scheduling and ensure that I receive the care I need. It’s clear that patient well-being is their top priority, and it shows in every interaction. If you're looking for a healthcare provider that genuinely puts patients first, look no further than Coachella Valley Direct Patient Care. Thank you to the entire team for your exceptional service!read more
Allan Berman
Allan Berman
23:15 12 Sep 24
Dr. Michael Kim and and staff take excellent... care of me and my wife Janie. We have never received better care from any medical practice than this group. We are so lucky to be able to be a part of a group of medical experts, as well as wonderful caring human beings, that treat us like family. It is wonderful to know that all of our medical needs are taken care of. We always know that someone will respond promptly to all our concerns.Sincerely,Allan and Janie Bermanread more
JMG
JMG
20:55 12 Sep 24
I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this office!! They... are all so caring, kind and knowledgeable. The convenience to have access to this office rather than sitting in an urgent care for hours and hours is PRICELESS. They take their time and listen to my medical issues/concerns, I have never felt rushed, ever! Do not hesitate to sign up for the membership (which is very affordable). You won’t regret it. I know I’m not the only one who has dealt with insurance nightmares with long waits in urgent care (especially when you aren’t feeling well) or waiting months and months on a waiting list just to see a new Dr, dealing with co-pays, frustrating phone calls with insurance just trying to get help is INFURIATING. Well you don’t have those nightmare and issues with this office. I HIGHLY recommend that you call this office immediately. You can thank me later. 🙂read more
maryellen herman
maryellen herman
02:00 10 Jul 24
This team is the best in the Coachella Valley. Dr... Burris is kind and compassionate. Erica is personable and efficient. I’m a snowbird and they have a very reasonable plan for all of our needs.read more
Anne Blalock
Anne Blalock
16:25 09 Jul 24
I recently had the pleasure of working with... CVDPC, and their customer service truly sets them apart. The staff was not only knowledgeable and efficient but also went above and beyond to ensure my needs were met. Their prompt response and willingness to assist showcased a commitment to excellent service. I highly recommend Coachella Valley Direct Primary Care to anyone seeking a reliable Doctor and customer-focused experience.read more

Greg Jones

Local's Choice Printing & Website Design

Know about me Greg Jones

Greg Jones

Designation:

Local's Choice Printing & Website Design

Phone:

(760) 413-7747

Email:

greg@localschoice.org

Website URL:

https://localschoice.org/

Department:

Local's Choice Printing & Website Design

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.

Resort Carpet and Tile Care
Resort Carpet and Tile Care
23:27 07 Oct 24
Let me just start off by saying Gregg is amazing!... He help me set up my google page, business website, and business cards. A lot of this takes time to build and Gregg knock it out of the park! Thank you for the help & support! If you are looking to get business cards, website done Local’s choice website design & printing is the company you want!read more
Stephanie Torres
Stephanie Torres
17:26 24 Sep 24
We are so glad to have found Greg to help us set... up our small business needs he carefully captured our vision for our website and walked us thru getting all our needs met with honesty and efficiency.read more
Membership RMCC
Membership RMCC
20:23 12 Jun 24
Thank you to Greg and his team for the great work... that you do for this community. Look at this at a glance 🙂read more
Pantea F.
Pantea F.
14:01 21 May 24
Love local's choice! They've designed and created... our logo, business cards, tablecloths, office signs, and so much more. Love Greg and his creativity and...read more
Joe Deisenroth
Joe Deisenroth
20:38 17 Apr 24
Absolute joy working with Greg at locals choice... printing.Have done a number of projects over the years with direct mail. You cannot go wrong dealing with him.read more

Jeannette Kneuer

New Era Financial Group

(760) 989-8997
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Know about me Jeannette Kneuer

Jeannette Kneuer

Designation:

New Era Financial Group

Phone:

(760) 989-8997

Email:

Jeannette@newerafinancialgrp.com

Department:

New Era Financial
Know about me Jennifer Braun

Jennifer Braun

Phone:

(760) 288-1308

Email:

jbraun@cfononprofitservices.com

Website URL:

www.cfononprofitservices.com

Department:

CFO Consulting Services, LLC

Jennifer Braun is a highly accomplished Senior Grant Specialist with over 20 years of experience in transportation, infrastructure, housing, economic development, and nonprofit grants. She has an impressive track record of securing millions in federal, state, and foundational funding to support critical projects across multiple sectors. Her unwavering dedication to her work has made her a recognized expert in her field.

Jessica Bond Jessica Bond
Know about me Jessica Bond

Jessica Bond

Designation:

RB Roofing

Phone:

(760) 898-2434

Email:

jessica.rbroofing@gmail.com

Website URL:

https://rbroofingllc.com/

Department:

RB Roofing
Know about me Jill Walmsley

Jill Walmsley

Designation:

Arosa

Phone:

(949) 933-4100

Email:

jill.walmsley@arosacare.com

Website URL:

https://arosacare.com/

Department:

Arosa

Jill brings years of experience as a Care Manager to Arosa. Her experience includes working with Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson’s, cancer and hospice patients.

As a Care Manager, Jill services her clients by advocating for them at Dr. appointments and following up on the plan of care. She manages medications, refills prescriptions and is a liaison to the clients family. Jill also manages and trains our caregivers.

Jill has unwavering compassion and commitment to helping seniors and ensuring they receive the best care possible.

Jill enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, reading and playing tennis.

Jo Beth Prudhomme

Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce

Jo Beth Prudhomme Jo Beth Prudhomme
Know about me Jo Beth Prudhomme

Jo Beth Prudhomme

Designation:

Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce

Phone:

760.568.9351

Email:

membership@RanchoMirage.org

Website URL:

https://ranchomiragechamber.org/

Department:

Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce

Jo Beth Prudhomme is the current Director of Business Development, for the Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce. She looks forward to using her wealth of knowledge and experience in the chamber industry, associations, publications and more to benefit connecting Desert Elite members. From networking in the desert for the past 6 years she has accumulated an abundance of great contacts and excels in connecting leaders. She works hard for local businesses and takes pride in connecting relevant businesses to each other. Jo Beth is charged with Membership growth and retention as well as taking the annual City Guide/Shop Local Guide publication to the next level.
“I’m thrilled to introduce myself as the new Director of Business Development for the Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce. With over 40 years of experience in publishing, sales, and chamber leadership, I’m excited to bring my skills and passion to this vibrant community. I’ve been an active member and ambassador for several local Chambers of Commerce and in Southern California, including Torrance, Irvine, South Orange County, Laguna Beach, and Newport Beach.
“I’m eager to leverage my extensive network and knowledge to support the growth and success of Rancho Mirage area businesses. I look forward to connecting with current members and exploring opportunities to attract new businesses to our community.

“Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or would like to discuss how the Chamber can assist you.” – Jo Beth Prudhomme

 

Know about me Jodi Ramirez

Jodi Ramirez

Phone:

(760) 775-7216

Email:

jodi@rudyspest.com

Website URL:

https://www.rudyspest.com/

Department:

RUDYS TERMITE PEST CONTROL
Know about me Joe Deisenroth

Joe Deisenroth

Designation:

Blair Heating & Air

Phone:

760-927-1139

Email:

joe@blairheatingandair.com

Website URL:

https://blairheatingandair.com/

Department:

Blair Heating & Air

Blair Heating & Air utilizes highly trained technician professionals to service, repair, and install all types of New Construction and Residential heating & air conditioning equipment and systems, from simple to the most complex, to meet each of our customer’s needs and budgets. Great service is our top priority!

Jorden Chryss Jorden Chryss
Know about me Jorden Chryss

Jorden Chryss

Designation:

Find A Good Accountant

Phone:

(760) 812-4798

Email:

jorden@findagoodaccountant.com

Website URL:

https://findagoodaccountant.com/

Department:

Find A Good Accountant

Find A Good Accountant 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
Malia Rivera
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
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.
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
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
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

Josh & Ashly Donlin

Vision Collective Photography

Josh & Ashly Donlin Josh & Ashly Donlin
Know about me Josh & Ashly Donlin

Josh & Ashly Donlin

Designation:

Vision Collective Photography

Phone:

(760) 833-2018

Email:

Create@Visioncomedia.com

Website URL:

https://visioncomedia.com/

Department:

Vision Collective

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.

Katie Molina

Lamar Advertising

Katie Molina Katie Molina
Know about me Katie Molina

Katie Molina

Designation:

Lamar Advertising

Phone:

(636) 236-5368

Email:

kmolina@lamar.com

Website URL:

https://www.lamar.com/PalmSprings/

Department:

Lamar Advertising

Katie Stice

Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce

Know about me Katie Stice

Katie Stice

Designation:

Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce

Phone:

760-568-9351

Email:

katie.stice@ranchomirage.org

Website URL:

http://www.ranchomiragechamber.org

Department:

Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce

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.

Deborah Valdez
Deborah Valdez
23:58 06 May 24
The best Chamber of Commerce! The staff are... great, friendly and very knowledgeable and helpful. They love connecting businesses to businesses and businesses to consumers. Great events!read more
Joshua Donlin
Joshua Donlin
22:22 06 May 24
We have been a member of the Chamber for over a... year now! They are by far the best camber we have ever been part of. So many great events, ribbon cuttings, and mixers. It is a great way to networkread more
Mayra Perez
Mayra Perez
01:36 12 Mar 24
We recently joined the Rancho Mirage Chamber of... Commerce and we couldn't be happier. Anne, is amazing! She helped us with onboarding, the whole process from start to finish was a wonderful experience. We have received a list of upcoming events that we cannot wait to attend. Thank you RMCC for such a warm welcome.read more
Ry RoRo
Ry RoRo
21:29 22 Jan 24
The RM Chamber is unlike any other chamber in the... entire Coachella Valley the Chamber Chicks provide resources to small Business owners like no one else! Join today and reap the rewards!read more
Jessica Bond
Jessica Bond
21:11 08 Aug 23
This chamber is truly superior. The team is... absolutely spectacular for any local business seeking connections with other motivated entrepreneurs. The thing that makes this chamber better than the rest is hands down is Annie. This woman is more than just a members coordinator she genuinely cared about me, my business and its success. Business in general is scary let alone starting a new business. Annie and the Rancho Mirage Chamber of commerce are absolutely the first step to successfully navigating the beautiful Coachella Valley and all of its potential. Thank You Annie, you absolutely rock!read more

Know about me Marlene R. Ruttenberg

Marlene R. Ruttenberg

Designation:

Desert Properties Realtors

Phone:

760.574.7662

Email:

realpropmarlene@gmail.com

Website URL:

http://desertpropertiesrealtors.com/

Department:

Desert Properties Realtors

 

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 .

TERRY CECHIN
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
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
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
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
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

Matthew McLeroy

Desert Best Friend’s Closet

(760) 278-3691
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Matthew McLeroy

Designation:

Desert Best Friend’s Closet

Phone:

(760) 278-3691

Email:

mmcleroy@bfcloset.org

Website URL:

https://bfcloset.org/

Department:

Desert Best Friend’s Closet

Mayra Perez

Integrity Agents Insurance Services Inc

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Know about me Mayra Perez

Mayra Perez

Designation:

Integrity Agents Insurance Services Inc

Phone:

(760) 625-0777

Email:

mayra@integrityagentsins.com

Website URL:

https://www.integrityagentsins.com/

Department:

Integrity Agents Insurance Services Inc
Mindy Conant Mindy Conant
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Mindy Conant

Designation:

The Dragon's Den

Phone:

(760) 218-9128

Email:

thedragonsdenrpg@gmail.com

Website URL:

https://thedragonsdenrpg.com/

Department:

The Dragon's Den

The Dragon's Den is a tabletop game lounge where friends and strangers can come to play board games, dice games, RPG games, and card games together. We have games to rent or buy and all the merchandise you need for your tabletop hobby! Owners Mindy Conant and her son Jake are dedicated to having a fun and open space for friends to connect and play.
The Dragon's Den. Roll. Play. Belong.

Moises Corona

Corona Landscape

(760) 969-8903
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Moises Corona

Designation:

Corona Landscape

Phone:

(760) 969-8903

Email:

Coronalandscapemgt@yahoo.com

Department:

Corona Landscape

Pantea Fozouni

Palm Desert Law Group, APC

Know about me Pantea Fozouni

Pantea Fozouni

Designation:

Palm Desert Law Group, APC

Phone:

760-674-7175

Email:

Info@palmdesertlaw.com

Website URL:

https://www.palmdesertlaw.com/

Department:

Palm Desert Law Group, APC

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.

Katherine Molina
Katherine Molina
15:00 17 Sep 24
Our experience working with Pantea and the team... at Palm Desert Law has been great. Her knowledge with the ins and outs of how to best protect our family is remarkable. It is comforting to know that there will be changes in our family’s situation in the future and Palm desert law group is able to adapt and update our situation as needed be!read more
Andrew Hernandez
Andrew Hernandez
18:08 11 Sep 24
I attended a networking meeting, and was given... the opportunity to hear all about Palm Desert Law Group. Pantea is very passionate about her business, and is focused on what she can do for her clients! If you are looking for a business that will make your estate & business planning simple I would highly recommend Palm Desert law Group !read more
Brette Goldstein
Brette Goldstein
02:09 05 Sep 24
Pantea has such a warm, empathetic approach to... estate planning and really facing the end of life stuff that none of us want to really deal with. This is the kind of stuff we procrastinate on because we don't want to face it. I learned a lot from the Palm Desert Law Group webinar on September 4. Often it's the people that make the process easy and, well, DOABLE. Pantea has this warmth and intelligence about her -- she makes it truly doable while meeting you where you're at, wherever that is. I can't wait to meet her in person next week. She's absolutely lovely. And she's a lawyer!read more
Rosalba Munoz
Rosalba Munoz
02:22 08 Aug 24
WebinarMy husband and I attended a free webinar... provided at no cost by Palm Desert Law Group. Pantea Fozouni did a great job at educating us about estate planning in simple terms we can understand. Thank you.read more
Teresa Olmos
Teresa Olmos
02:10 08 Aug 24
Although I have experienced setting up a trust... for my mother, this webinar was still very informative. There were things that I didn't know which will help me in the future. We will definitely be moving forward with this firm.read more

Pete Chryss

First Call Security & Sound

(760) 332-8900
Know about me Pete Chryss

Pete Chryss

Designation:

First Call Security & Sound

Phone:

(760) 332-8900

Email:

pete@firstcallpd.com

Website URL:

https://firstcallpd.com/

Department:

First Call Security and Sound

 

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.

Savanna Newey
Savanna Newey
15:55 12 Jul 22
Update: I am updating my review more than a year later and I feel just as passionate, if not more, about Alpha today then I did then. Pete is such a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the business world. He can help anyone from small businesses to large corporations. I have seen him do team building events and even speaker events, no matter the event, you leave feeling inspired about doing business! He is the only business consultant I would trust with my future!I have gotten the pleasure to not only know the owner on a personal level, but I have been able to work professionally with him. He invests not only in his company but in people around him and their companies. If he doesn't know the answer (which is not likely) he will find it. He is honest and capable. He should be trusted with your business, marketing, finical, and personal needs.
Marlene Ruttenberg
Marlene Ruttenberg
23:53 13 Jun 22
Pete has been such a huge support as a leader, to not just myself but to the community and all he comes into contact with. His love to help others shows through his focus on the development of others. Pete leads by example and is someone others want to follow. Thank you for your leadership and guidance, Pete!
Andrew McCauley
Andrew McCauley
22:06 12 Jun 22
Pete Chryss and the team at Alpho Consultant are a very professional group. With over 25 years of experience, they are well-connected in the business community and can offer a wide range of services to help businesses succeed. From business consulting to networking events, Alpha Consultants can help your business reach its goals.

Raul Vazquez Jr

Quinn Company Rental Store

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Know about me Raul Vazquez Jr

Raul Vazquez Jr

Designation:

Quinn Company Rental Store

Phone:

(760) 238-8947

Email:

raul.vazquez@qrs-cat.com

Website URL:

https://www.catrentalstore.com/

Department:

Quinn Company Rental Store

Quinn Company has been helping build CA since 1919. I came on board into the rental division in 2019. We cater to big and small equipment needs in various industries/trades. I have been in the industry for almost 10 years now.

Reannon Stuart Reannon Stuart
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Reannon Stuart

Designation:

Pacific Coast Palate

Phone:

(760) 406-7794

Email:

pacificcoastpalate01@gmail.com

Website URL:

https://pacificcoastpalate.com/

Department:

Pacific Coast Palate
Know about me Ryan Bond

Ryan Bond

Designation:

RB Roofing

Phone:

(760) 898-2434

Email:

Ryan.RBRoofing@gmail.com

Website URL:

https://rbroofingllc.com/

Department:

RB Roofing