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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

Based on 63 reviews

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First Call Security and Sound

5.0

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Sylvia C.

12:37 31 Mar 23

Bought a home last year in Palm Desert last year... and was looking for added security. First Call was so thorough and efficient from the quote all the way...read more

Canyon S.

10:48 31 Mar 23

Pete and his team provide the best service in the... valley. Our HOA is thankful for the attention to detail and customer service unmatched. I highly recommend...read more

Desert Title Connections

23:51 27 Mar 23

When communicating with Andrew at First Call the... professionalism and expertise were top-notch while explaining the features and benefits of their products. Stop here for quality home security and sound solutions, First Call will make it a positive experience for you.read more

Carrie MacDonald Independent Mary Kay Consultant

17:04 01 Mar 23

Called Pete to come take a look at the senior... living property, he was out that day, explained everything in great detail. Had the proposal the next morning. Great company!read more

Carrie M.

09:07 01 Mar 23

Called Pete to come take a look at the senior... living property, he was out that day, explained everything in great detail. Had the proposal the next morning....read more

Andrew Hernandez is the new head technician at Century Carpet & Upholstery 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 760-848-0411

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.

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.

Bio: Blalock has 14 years of local chamber of commerce experience as former Director of Sales for La Quinta Chamber of Commerce and as Senior Sales Executive for the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce. Rancho Mirage Chamber is celebrated in the valley for their work and dedication to the community – especially through the crisis. She was drawn here because of the culture, how the members are cared for, the incredible growth and the undeniable reputation of the suite of member services.

“We have finally rounded out our team with an executive who is prepared to take us to the next level with real results, proven member services experience and an understanding of how a boutique chamber of commerce operates within the community. What is more, is that our staff of three is mighty with over 40 years of local chamber experience! You have a well-oiled machine in us – working nonstop towards recovery efforts.” Katie Stice, Chief Executive Officer

The Rancho Mirage Chamber is a Boutique Chamber, with a staff of 3 with over 40 years of local chamber experience. What does that mean? It means we are your small business headquarters. We are your catalyst for business growth through connection, access and resources. A Convener of leaders & Influencers that promote positive outcomes for local businesses through advocacy, influence, and collaborations. Lastly, we are a champion for a stronger community by helping to inspire, identify and represent our business community through strategic partnerships. If you are looking to grow your business through relationships, please consider joining your chamber of choice, The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce.

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 19 reviews

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Samantha Henry

23:20 20 Feb 23

MotzRusin Insurance is a great family owned and... operated insurance company. They care about their customers and getting the right home, auto and business insurance you need. In fact, they can insure anything!read more

Andrew Tobi

20:38 06 Nov 22

I have been using Motz Russin insurance for all... my insurance needs for a number of years now. They are very reliable, honest, trustworthy and they always have our back. Doug has been doing insurance for a long long time and he sure knows his stuff. If you are looking for insurance companies, that are local, and they serve your best interests, then Motz Russin is the place to call. I highly recommend them.read more

Katrina Thomas

18:03 10 Oct 22

Family-owned, local company! They are so thorough... in discovering what you need and finding the right plans at the right value for you! They made the process of switching carriers so simple and answered all of my *many* questions. I am confident that they will be just as attentive *if* anything comes up in the future that I need to use my coverages.read more

Savanna Newey

17:33 12 Jul 22

Update: I walked out of the grocery store, and... someone hit the front of my vehicle. It was a weekend and I emailed the office and they still got back to me with instructions on what to do! They then followed up with me on Monday in regard to my claim! I am so grateful to have the Motz-Russin team on my side for my insurance needs!The Motz-Rusin team is amazing. I got into an accident that was deemed my fault and my insurance rates were so high, but a good friend told me about Motz-Rusin. I called and got not only great customer services, but great coverage with a reputable insurance agency but my premium is lower than I was quoted anywhere else. I have been with them for almost 2 years. Anytime I have needed anything I can just send an email or call, and I get the fastest response. The owners have 65 years of experience, and they bring transparency back to the insurance industry.read more

Josh & Ashly Donlin

20:29 30 May 22

The team at Motz-Rusin is amazing! They handle... our home and auto insurance. They have the best rates and have amazing discounts. They are so fast to help whenever I have a question.read more

As a Master Trainer, I have almost a decade of experience as a personal trainer. I earned my first certification while deployed to Afghanistan during my five year service in the US Army where I served as a Military Police Sergeant. Going into the military, I was overweight and out of shape. During my first year of service, I had a leader who showed me how to use the gym to not only to get in better shape, but to allow it to be a sort of mental and emotional therapy. The feeling of going into the gym and working until all your stress is gone is the best gift to give to yourself. Fitness isn't only for your body; it's for your mind, body and spirit. It's that feeling I love introducing to people and why I am so passionate about spreading my knowledge to others.

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.

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Who We Are

We believe everyone can FLOURISH by being good to themselves, their community and the planet.
Mission
We empower people to flourish with sustainable healthy living.
Learn more about our passionate community, commitment to holistic products, and how Arbonne can help you flourish.

Our Approach
Healthy living to improve MIND. BODY. SKIN.™

We believe in a holistic approach to beauty, health and
wellbeing, focusing on the whole person to help them
flourish inside and out.

Our philosophy embraces the connection between a healthier mind, stronger body and more beautiful skin.
We innovate using premium plant-based ingredients grounded in science and clinical research with high standards for safety. We collaborate with holistic experts and our passionate community for new products and education.

Our healthy-living lifestyle and entrepreneurial business opportunity foster a positive mindset that helps people and communities flourish.
Arbonne products are Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Formulated Gluten-free.*

*Arbonne nutrition products are formulated without gluten-containing ingredients. Cross-contamination may occur during harvesting and/or the manufacturing process. For the gluten-free certification status of your product, check the product label.

Philosophy
Our Philosophy is comprised of four key factors and rooted in clinical science. These pillars set us apart from the competition.

PLANT-BASED INGREDIENTS
All of our formulations start by carefully picking the right botanical that provides functional benefits. Sometimes it's a household name and sometimes it's a ...
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High Clean Standards
Our high ethical and quality standards are guided by a stringent Ingredient Policy that prohibits over 2,000 ingredients such as PEGs, parabens and phthalates, and some ...
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Co-Developments with experts
We collaborate with leading experts in integrative medicine and holistic health. Our Scientific Advisory Board brings their guidance and expertise to our portfolio and education. Our ...
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Scientific Testing
We subject our products to rigorous testing for safety and efficacy. We continually raise our standards, leveraging the latest innovations in science and research to create ...
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Brand Values
As a company and as a community, we're grounded by these three pillars to guide our efforts.
EMPOWERMENT
We champion authenticity through a community that's diverse, inclusive and welcoming, with a "we've got your back" attitude.

TRANSPARENCY
We strive to be an open book in our actions and words, from our business opportunity to the ingredients we choose.

SUSTAINABILITY
We commit to being accountable for our actions' effects on the planet through greener packaging and responsible operations. We seek to inspire our community to uphold the same values.

“When I dreamt of Arbonne, I wanted it to be a place where people could flourish.”

— Arbonne Founder, Petter Mørck

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.

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 27 reviews

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Rachel Palmquist

22:07 26 Jan 23

Direct Primary Care is a life saver in so many... situations. Their cost is so reasonable and their timing is incredible! This company is a big help to many local families in need.read more

Ronnie Lasky

04:42 24 Jan 23

If you need a doctor, day or night, Dr. Kim is... always available to help. Whether you need to get into the office right away or you just need a phone consult, your needs are met and Dr. Kim will make you feel well cared for. If you are looking for a great doctor here in the Valley, look no further! Call Dr Kim at Coachella Valley Direct Primary Care!read more

Andrew Tobi

16:39 09 Dec 22

Direct primary care in Coachella Valley is a very... unique business. Dr. KIM and Dr. Barris are really involved in your health. If you are looking for a primary care physician and you’re finding it hard to get into anywhere in the valley these guys have a solution. Everybody from Erica at the front desk to the doctors. Are truly amazing. They put the care back into primary care.read more

Sammi

04:52 15 Nov 22

What a convenient service to have. If you are a... family like mine and have a ton of kids, a husband that works all hours and its hard to make and appt for him because he works all the time, this is the service to have!! They make it so easy, have the best bed side service, and Dr Kim is AMAZING!! I HIGHLY recommend Coachella Valley Direct Primary Care!!read more

Michael Jerez

00:10 02 Aug 22

Dr. Mike, who’s your Doctor?That’s a question I... get asked regularly. Well, here he is: Dr. Michael Kim, MD. He and his wife Dr. Krista Burris, MD are the owners of, Coachella Valley Direct Primary care and have been taking care of me and my son Brandon for years.Why do I love them? Have you ever needed to see your Doctor or you kiddos Pediatrician but, COULD NOT get in for week? Even with Good Insurance? Frustrating isn’t it?Brandon and I have received Same Day service every single time we needed them for whatever shenanigans we got ourselves into.How’s that possible?Well, It’s a monthly membership program designed for the busy Coachella Valley family to give you DIRECT ACCESS to Primary healthcare services.Frustration Free Healthcare. Give them a call and tell them that Dr. Mike sent you. You’re going to love them. 🙏🏽💙🥰read more

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

Based on 18 reviews

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Local's Choice Printing

5.0

Based on 12 reviews

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Vision Collective

00:46 14 Feb 23

We had Local's Choice print a tablecloth for us.... The process was super simple, I received the tablecloth really quickly, and it looked great!read more

Joshua D.

16:47 13 Feb 23

We had Local's Choice print a tablecloth for us.... The process was super simple, I received the tablecloth really quickly, and it looked great!read more

Charles Alfaro

06:50 07 Feb 23

I have received many quotes from them and... competitors, and they always win the bid! Great quality at great prices!read more

andrew starke

17:27 01 Feb 23

Greg and Local's Choice Printing and Website... Design is a great company run by a great individual. Greg is a quality person that provides great value for his customers. He has assisted us with both web design and printing needs. He is honest and trustworthy!!!read more

Ronnie Lasky

16:17 08 Oct 22

Greg designed my website, logo, brochures,... banner, etc. I am thrilled with the results. He has basically handled all of my branding at a very reasonable cost. He is a master at his craft!read more

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.

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

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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

4.8

Based on 18 reviews

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Rachel Palmquist

21:49 02 Feb 23

The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce specializes... in maximizing your business through meaningful connections with like minded professionals in the Coachella Valley. I very much enjoy attending their Power Lunches, Ribbon cutting events, and mixers!read more

andrew starke

17:33 01 Feb 23

The Rancho Mirage Chamber is a great business... that wants to promote all of their partners and create synergy between them. I am a proud member and appreciate all of their assistance.read more

Grow My Spirit

23:13 10 Jan 23

I felt compelled to leave a review for Katie and... her team because they are doing such a great job in our community. As a solo entrepreneur, it's nice to have a leadership group who truly understands the importance of connecting budding businesses. Without real people facilitating real relationships, our communities fall apart. Thank you Katie for continuing to drive us forward together!read more

Andrew Tobi

20:47 06 Nov 22

Without doubt the Rancho Mirage chamber is the... best chamber by far here in the Coachella valley. Katie and the team do an amazing job keeping the community together, informed and on top of everything they need to know. Small businesses, large businesses and entrepreneurs alike need to be a part of this chamber. They do a lot of ribbon-cutting‘s, meetings, networking mixes and events to keep the community together. I highly recommend joining this chamber if you do any sort of business here in the Coachella Valley.read more

Pantea Fozouni

17:39 05 Nov 22

I'm updating this review from a couple of years... ago.Katie Stice, Anne Blalock and the Rancho Mirage Chamber team truly love supporting their small business chamber members.Although RMCC is a smaller chamber than some of the others in the valley, it has true heart and passion for helping local businesses thrive and succeed. They are probably one of the biggest reasons why more of their members didn't close during Covid-19. Whenver they are faced with challenges, they find unique and interesting ways of pivoting by providing valuable information/business updates, education, and great ribbon cuttings and other meetup events.Thank you Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce for really being there for your members and for our community as a whole!read more

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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4.5

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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

Based on 25 reviews

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Palm Desert Law Group, APC

5.0

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Jacob B.

10:31 26 Mar 23

Palm Desert Law Group has helped my family and me... with multiple planning issues. They are always very helpful, knowledgeable, and welcoming. My wife and I...read more

Madison Groat

01:50 21 Mar 23

The best experience I could ask for! Pantea and... her team are so incredibly helpful. They created an inviting atmosphere, walked me through each and every step, and was there for all of my questions. I couldn’t recommend them enough!read more

John Balmores

22:33 23 Nov 22

My estate planning sessions with The Palm Desert... Law Group was a very pleasant experience. Pontea and Katrina were absolutely thorough in going over my personal affairs and my wishes to my satisfaction. Their professionalism and caring personalities made them easy to work with. They are definitely knowledgeable! And my Binder looks awesome!Thank you so much Pontea and Katrina!read more

Wendy C.

17:24 02 Nov 22

After several years of procrastinating, I finally... found an outstanding attorney. Pantea is the ultimate professional. She spent time reviewing my entire...read more

Ailene T.

08:55 09 Oct 22

Pantea and her assistant Katrina are amazing... people! They take such amazing care of their clients. The amount of passion that Pantea has for what she does...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

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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

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

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.

Senior Director of Sales and Marketing

Rachel Palmquist is the senior director of the Sales and Marketing department at The Palms at La Quinta Assisted Living and Memory Care. She is a graduate of FIDM Los Angeles, Calif., with a degree in merchandise marketing. Rachel managed a showroom in Los Angeles and New York for a large United States distributor of high-end women’s European contemporary apparel for 11 years. Looking for a better quality of life and to be near family, she relocated back to the Coachella Valley in 2011 to practice real estate at the on-site sales office of Rancho La Quinta Country Club in La Quinta, Calif. Upon receiving an offer to go back to the life of fashion without having to move to the city, she jumped at the opportunity to become a head buyer for a historic boutique at the prestigious The Club At Morningside in Rancho Mirage, Calif.

Always looking for a sales position that allowed her to give back to the community and make a difference, Rachel left the fashion world to join the healthcare industry in its efforts to make an impact in people’s lives. Rachel comes most recently from Oak Cottage Memory Care a ISL community in Santa Barbara, CA. In her spare time, Rachel enjoys reading, church, spending time with her family, and giving back to the community.

Ronda has worked in the Service Industry for the past 20 years and in retail for the previous 10 years. She is married to her husband Patrick for 14 years. They have 5 children, 3 boys and 2 girls and 5 grandchildren. Ronda started in the HVAC industry just three years ago and has recently joined the Mendez Air Conditioning and Heating team at the beginning of 2022. Mendez Air Conditioning is a family-owned and operated HVAC company since 2000. Owned by Rick and Heather Mendez, they have a combined experience of over 45+ years.

Ronda is a board member for the Thousand Palms Chamber of Commerce. She is also holds a seat on the board at Palm Springs Indians Youth Football and Cheerleaders where she is the Cheer Director for youth cheer. When Ronda is not at Mendez Air Conditioning, you can find her volunteering at PS High Football, PS Youth Cheer, National Charity League or at her home church Hosanna City Church

Medicare Health Insurance

Stephanie is a small business advisor for Automatic Data Processing (ADP) - educating small business owners by providing evaluations for their internal payroll and human resource needs in order to reduce administrative burdens.  Stephanie is able to provide that local support while still being able to provide ADP’s industry leading software and solutions. ADP takes liability away from your business by becoming the reporting agent for payroll taxes, while also keeping your business in compliance with small business H.R. laws and regulations. As we all know, people are what make a business great and she wants to ensure that your employees feel supported, prepared and valued. She wants to also make sure that you – as the business owner – are protected as well!

Stephanie is a 26 year old local desert native, born and raised in Palm Desert. She graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Cal State University of San Bernardino and has recently just graduated with her Masters Degree in Business Administration from University of Redlands in 2022. Stephanie has always had a passion for business and has aspirations to be a voice for the new generation of young future leaders, while also paving the way for women in business.

To learn more about what Stephanie and ADP can offer your business, feel free to reach out to her at (760)636-9237 and schedule a free business evaluation with her today.