01Feb/19

Carla Johnson

Member Spotlight

February Member Spotlight – Carla Johnson

Every month ABWA spotlights a member and their business. This allows others to get to know their local ABWA members.

This month we are excited to get to know Carla Johnson who is the jack of all trades. With many business ventures.

Name: Chalk Couture
Phone: 858.761.4256
Email: seecj4@gmail.com
Website: www.talkchalk2me.com

Why did you join ABWA?

I joined ABWA in July 2018 after I had been looking to be part of a networking group in the North County area. One of the members Anne had mentioned ABWA and after I saw it online, I joined.

Tell us about your business.

Chalk Couture – allows you to decorate all kinds of things from t-shirts to tea towels. From beautiful home décor to unique gifts. We have reusable transfers that paired with our revolutionary chalk paste or inks allow you to make your items temporary or permanent.

Where do your clients come from?

Clients come from everywhere. From Children to adults. When you can craft so easily it makes everyone want to try.

How can ABWA members help you grow your business?

Tell everyone, try it themselves, have an event.

Tell us a secret or something about yourself people would be surprised to learn about you.

When I was about 15, I had a job at the library. It was housed in an otherwise closed building. One day a co-worker and I decided to explore it…but security called the police and we were chased by police dogs….needless to say I was sent home early so my Mother could deal with me.

01Jan/19

Jacqueline Skay

Member Spotlight

January Member Spotlight – Jacqueline Skay

Every month ABWA spotlights a member and their business. This allows others to get to know their local ABWA members.

This month we are excited to get to know Jacqueline Skay.

Name: Jacqueline Skay
Phone: 760.745.7576
Email: jskay@estateandtrustlaw.com
Website: www.estateandtrustlaw.com

Why did you join ABWA?

I joined ABWA because I was invited by my dear friend, Michelle Sullivan.

Tell us about your business.

I am an attorney certified by the state bar of California as a specialist in estate and trust law. I help families prepare for and deal with incapacity and death.

Where do your clients come from?

The vast majority of my clients come from word of mouth referrals from existing clients, other attorneys, accountants, and financial advisors. A few find me on the internet, and a very few find me in the phone book.

How can ABWA members help you grow your business?

ABWA members can help me grow my business by referring people to me for consultation. We don’t charge for an initial consultation because it is a great way for potential clients and me to mutually determine if we are the “right fit.”

Tell us a secret or something about yourself people would be surprised to learn about you.

It’s not such a secret but many people do not know I am passionate about art and painting and believe that art lifts the spirits of individuals and communities.

01Nov/18

JoAnn Schaub

Member Spotlight

November Member Spotlight – JoAnn Schaub

Every month ABWA spotlights a member and their business. This allows others to get to know their local ABWA members.

This month we are excited to get to know JoAnn Schaub of Schaub Insurance Agency

Name: JoAnn Schaub
Phone: 760-362-4646
Address: 809 West San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078
Website: www.schaubinsurance.com

Why did you join ABWA?

I love the idea of women in business supporting other women in business. Women lifting each other up in networking. Specifically, I joined ABWA because of quality of people in the group, and the meeting location proximity to my home and office.

Tell us about your business.

I own and operate an independent insurance agency. I help clients find the best insurance solutions for their budget and needs. Being an independent agent, means I am not tied to any one carrier like a Farmers, State Farm, or Allstate. My primary focus is on commercial lines coverages for small to medium sized businesses, but I can write coverage for individuals and large businesses, too. Some of the coverages I write is general liability, property, workers compensation, professional liability, commercial auto, bonds, personal home, and renters and auto. I love working with people to educate them on how insurance is a tool to protect valuable assets.

Where do your clients come from?

My clients come to me from referrals, networking, partnering with health insurance agencies, accountants, bookkeepers, along with good ol’ fashion prospecting.

How can ABWA members help you grow your business?

I believe ABWA will help me grow my business through connections with other women in business along with professional and educational development.

Tell us a secret or something about yourself people would be surprised to learn about you.

Sign language was my first language. My sign language has gotten rusty over the years, but it was my first language.

01Oct/18

Mary Van Fossen

Member Spotlight

October Member Spotlight – Mary Van Fossen

Every month ABWA spotlights a member and their business. This allows others to get to know their local ABWA members.

This month we are excited to get to know Mary Van Fossen of Sunrider Products

Name: Mary Van Fossen
Phone: (760) 807-3077
Email: margevano8@gmail.com
Website: www.sunrider.com

Why did you join ABWA?

I am retired from AT&T but now promoted good health to all through Sunrider products. These products are all plant based whole foods to nourish the body at the cellular level. Sunrider has been around for over 35 years and is sold in over 40 countries around the world.

Tell us about your business.

You can trust in my extensive experience and continuing education to provide you with a truly exceptional look. Just for you! If you’re looking for that new look! I would love the opportunity to create it for you! If you’re not sure I do offer free consultations. I have an extensive, successful background in hair styling and coloring techniques and am dedicated to bringing you the best possible experience when you visit me! Whether you are looking for a cutting-edge style, or a classic cut or color, I will help you discover just the look you have been searching for. I also offer conveniences and amenities including convenient location and a great loyalty program to make you time with me more even more valuable…and enjoyable! Thanks, Nancy

Where do your clients come from?

Everywhere. Everyone can eat Sunrider products regardless of their level of illness. It is about nourishing the body to heal itself. The Philosophy of Regeneration: Feed your body what it needs, and your body has the ability to heal itself.

How can ABWA members help you grow your business?

Members can visit my website, www.healthybymary.com and ask me about Sunrider products at www.sunrider.com if interested in concentrated nutritious products.

Tell us a secret or something about yourself people would be surprised to learn about you.

I am still a Chargers fan (they will always be the San Diego Chargers to me).

01Sep/18

Julie Albers

Member Spotlight

September Member Spotlight – Julie Albers

Every month ABWA spotlights a member and their business. This allows others to get to know their local ABWA members.

This month we are excited to get to know Julie Albers with doTERRA Essential Oils

Name: Julie Albers
Phone: 858-837-2000
Email: theoilstopdt@yahoo.com
Website: www.doterra.com/US/en/site/juliealbers

Why did you join ABWA?

I “tested” ABWA out a couple times and really loved the warm welcome I received. As I learned more about ABWA and all that they offer to members I realized it was different than most networking groups and it was something that I never knew I was looking for! I’m surrounded by Women helping Women in any way they can.

Tell us about your business.

Many people are looking for more natural and alternative forms of health care, self- care, products, and that’s where I step in and assist. I educate people on safe essential oil use. I assist people on getting Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils in their home or business. With Essential Oils you can support your whole self.

Where do your clients come from?

Everywhere and Everyone. Everyone can benefit from Essential oils either in their personal life or at their business with their clients.

How can ABWA members help you grow your business?

Referrals! If you or someone you know is looking for other options, let’s talk and see if it’s a fit for you or them. Have a business that your looking to change the atmosphere or offer more to your clients? Let’s talk and see if it’s a fit for you.

Tell us a secret or something about yourself people would be surprised to learn about you.

I used to be very against Essential oils. Not that I didn’t like them, but 10 years ago I was approached by a co-worker to try essential oils and I kept telling her No, thank you that I didn’t have time for this “Hippie stuff” and seriously who has time for all this “nature stuff” anyway. I was approached again 4 years later and again said I didn’t have room for them in my life … Fast forward to 4 .5 years ago and now you would have never guessed that I was so anti-essential oils. We never go a day without our essential oils!