Orchards Community Advantage Magazine December 2023 by Active Media Publishing Group

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COMMUNITY ADVANTAGE

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BUSINESS FEATURE

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BUSINESS FEATURE

PONDEROSA GARAGE DOORS

Two Sides of the Door An unforgettable customer experience

By Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer Photos by Lisa Kuhlman

hat makes Ponderosa Garage Doors so unique? What role do they play in making the communities they serve a better place to live? They just fix garage doors, right? Not exactly. Ponderosa Garage Doors is a family-owned business with an integrated vision, a defined mission and core values. Their dedication to a client’s security and peace of mind is executed throughout every step of the servicing process. They won’t just show up for a “quick fix” and leave. They take the time to do a thorough job and evaluate the entire system for any additional signs of potential breakdown. Working with Ponderosa Garage Doors is like working with your own family. They’re going to take care of you! Speaking of family, owners Ken Fielding (COO) and his wife, Kris (Office Manager) established Ponderosa Garage Doors 28 years ago. Currently, their eldest son, Teal, is the company’s Service Specialist. He can be found in the field handling repairs and estimates. Their son Brock serves as Financial Manager and Head of Marketing. Daughter Anna is the Service Dispatcher and assists with administration. Additional staff members of this Vancouver, Washington based company might not be blood-related, but all share the same values and concerns as the

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family. “We promote a culture of ‘Ponderosa takes care of me and I’m here to take care of you,’” Brock relates in reference to their team and their customers. Ponderosa Garage Doors specializes in installing, replacing, repairing, and maintaining garage doors throughout southwest Washington and the greater Portland area, both residential and commercial. All service calls are taken through a 29-point inspection to make sure the system is running safely and is going to be reliable moving forward. “It’s kind of like going to the doctor,” Brock says, explaining that if a person has a complaint, a doctor will examine to see if there’s anything else that could be causing the problem or adding to the symptoms. As well as tending to garage doors, “We also install and service garage door openers,” Brock adds. Building strong relationships with the communities they live in and serve is key to Ponderosa Garage Doors’ business model and company mission. “We’re continuing to grow and striving to have a bigger impact on the community and share our vision to provide peace of mind and security to all homes,” Brock expresses. Technicians who live on the Oregon side of the river have been added to serve Portland area clients in a more professional and timely manner. Active members of Camas Chamber of Commerce and sponsors of the Camas athletic booster club, Ponderosa Garage Doors supports Clark County athletics and sponsors game brochures and stadium signs as well as other community endeavors. Ponderosa Garage Doors is located at 12308 NE 56th Street in Vancouver, Washington. Email customerservice@ ponderosagaragedoors.com. Visit their website ponderosagaragedoors.com for more information, coupons and special deals or to conveniently book your appointment online anytime day or night.

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In the summer of 2022, I opened In Tune Nutrition with the goal of helping people recover their health using targeted nutrition. I am a nutritionist with advanced clinical training in Nutrition Response Testing, a non-invasive method of analyzing a person’s body to determine stressed areas, the cause of the stress and what can be done nutritionally to start feeling better. I successfully help people with digestive issues, food sensitivities, fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalances, menopause, stress, anxiety, poor sleep, seasonal allergies, skin conditions, high blood pressure, arthritis, autoimmune conditions and much more. If you’re curious how Nutrition Response Testing could help you, I’d love to chat! Mention Community Advantage Magazine to receive 50% off your initial consultation and report of findings! With 30-plus years of experience as a loan officer, I specialize in various mortgage financing options, particularly reverse mortgages. Through community involvement, I provide financial guidance to seniors through events, such as the Senior Center Lunch & Learns, fundraisers for Alzheimer’s Research and the Senior Heroes Award ceremony. I also sponsor monthly dances at Vancouver-area senior centers. These activities have enriched my understanding of seniors’ financial needs, allowing me to better serve my clients and positively impact the community. I take pride in helping seniors find the right financing options for home buying or refinancing, often increasing their income from their home. My commitment extends to assisting all community members with their home-financing needs. I have been in banking for more than 45 years, mostly specializing in nonprofit and small-business banking, I am responsible for sales, management and the retention of clients, and I am dedicated to creating new ways to enhance existing relationships. I am actively involved in my local community, serving as a board member for Vancouver’s Downtown Association, the Clark County Mural Society, Family Promise, Metropolitan Performing Arts and Washington State University Business MAP Growth Program. I also serve on the Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission for the City of Vancouver, and I am an active committee member for the Parks Foundation of Clark County, the Children’s Home Society, Fosterful, Pink Lemonade Project and Humanities Washington.

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My parents instilled in me to do the best in everything I pursue. This concept of idealism has been the backbone of my career. After practicing the first 10 years in various dental clinics, I purchased Daybreak Dental. This pivotal point in my career allowed me to fulfill my goal of helping people by focusing on what was truly important to me. With an emphasis on exceptional preventative care, we aim to keep our patients from having a dental emergency and living their lives with a worry-free smile. I’m dedicated to providing the best treatment recommendations based on my patient’s specific needs, even if it requires a service not offered at my clinic. We recently moved to our new location behind the People’s Credit Union in Battle Ground, and have grown to include three female dentists who share this same vision for patient care. I have been working at Columbia Collectors for 33 years, helping small businesses collect their challenging accounts receivables, so they can thrive sustainably. We aim to change the stigma of this industry, often depicted as mean-spirited, but not here. My longevity at the same company speaks volumes for our trustworthy approach. I am a loyal friend, wife, daughter and employee who loves to live life to the fullest and give back to the community. I was blessed to be able to travel the world because my dad was in the Navy for 30 years. I am a member of the Blue Crew, Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce and Game Changers Networking — the mission of the latter is “to network to give and serve; the referrals are just a byproduct.” I am surrounded by an amazing community that thrives on connection, growing and giving back.

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I created Simply Thyme Catering in December of 2005. I am a proud award-winning executive chef. I began my four-decade experience within the hospitality industry with the premise of adding Northwestinspired savory ingredients to any event with fresh, creative, innovative menu options. Starting with social and corporate catering, I soon added aviation catering, providing menus for private jets and charters for national sports teams flying from PDX and four other airports. Simply Thyme Catering is a growing company with clients from Vancouver, Portland and surrounding areas. We are recognized for our commitment to quality and service while giving back to the community. “Our food is the voice of our company!”

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