Yearly Archives: 2008

Paso Robles Waste Facility Gets Earth Friendly

Posted on December 19, 2008 by ellencurtis

The Paso Robles Waste Facility added a 156 panel, solar energy system, which now covers their entire roof. A solar energy system is unique for a waste facility, which are not known for their green image. “We burn about 500 … Continue reading →

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Clever Ducks Named Microsoft Certified Partner and Small Business Specialist

Posted on December 15, 2008 by ellencurtis

Clever Ducks Computer Network Services has earned the status level of Microsoft Certified Partner, which identifies companies with Microsoft expertise and training to support Microsoft products. They also received additional recognition as Small Business Specialists, which recognizes their expertise in … Continue reading →

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Cal Poly Grad Turns Senior Project Into Business

Posted on November 12, 2008 by ellencurtis

Recent Cal Poly business graduate Jessica Gibbons, 23, turned her senior project into a reality and is now single-handedly running her own business, Hungry Student Catering. Jessica’s business idea occurred after her boss asked if she could help cater an … Continue reading →

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Pet Friendly Book Signing Downtown

Posted on October 24, 2008 by ellencurtis

In celebration of the release of her new book Pet-Friendly Moving, local author Marilyn L. Fidler, joined by the book’s designer Jimmy apRoberts, will be holding a book signing at West End Espresso & Tea in San Luis Obispo on … Continue reading →

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Starting your own business – Not as easy as you think

Posted on October 2, 2008 by ellencurtis

Local business entrepreneur Alan Lether shares with us the ups-and-down of starting his own business. “Be psychologically prepared to work hard,” advises Alan Lether to anyone thinking of starting their own business. “It’s not easy to make money… unless your … Continue reading →

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On Focus Groups and Marketing…

Posted on September 2, 2008 by whizbangideas

In the communication business, we try to anticipate all consumer reactions to a message. In cases where budget allows, a focus group is a great test, or is it? The other day, we held our own internal focus group. The … Continue reading →

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Frank Gets Older!

Posted on August 28, 2008 by whizbangideas

Frank had another birthday again this year. Festivities included opening presents, (Franks scored some new clothes) balloons, THREE chocolate cakes (kind of excessive, but delicious) Frank’s hot dogs and fries for the entire office… followed by a grease-induced comma.

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On Innovation…

Posted on July 18, 2008 by whizbangideas

How do you get ahead of the competition?  How do you increase sales? How do you broaden your market? In a word, innovate.  Easily said, not so easily done. In our business, it’s important that we can get to innovative … Continue reading →

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This Year… Expect Spice

Posted on July 14, 2008 by ellencurtis

The 2008 Winter Fancy Food Show, at the San Diego Convention Center, saw over 140,000 products from 42 different countries this year.  This exclusive convention for buyers and retailers in the food industry is the largest of its kind. The … Continue reading →

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Whizbang Adds Three New Staffers

Posted on June 16, 2008 by ellencurtis

Eileen Bilynsky is the new Mission Program Manager at Whizbang. Eileen comes to Whizbang from The Hal Lewis Group in Philadelphia with 14 years of marketing experience. Prior to working in advertising, Eileen worked in the travel industry and was … Continue reading →

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