Tigard Community Advantage Magazine October 2023 by Active Media Publishing Group

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Tigard Community Advantage Magazine

OCT/NOV 2023

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ADMINISTRATION

Matthew Nelson, Publisher Catrina Nelson, CFO

Tara Weidman, Executive Assistant

PRODUCTION

Jeremy Okai Davis, Art Director

Donovan Darling, Content Manager Kate Astle, Copyeditor

Kaity VanHoose, Social Media Manager

Hilary Berg, Graphic Designer

Sean Carver, Graphic Designer

Dani DeGraw, Graphic Designer

Brittany Jungenberg, Graphic Designer

Morgan King, Graphic Designer

Shawn Schmidt, Graphic Designer

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

David Bates Patti Jo Brooks

Tyler Francke Olive Gallagher

Angie Helvey Lucas Holmgren

Robert Matsumura Dennis McNabb

Kelly Romo Ty Walker

Alice Williams Kerry Yu

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Laurel Bice Carly Carpenter

Tyler Francke Angie Helvey

Malaina Kinne Lisa Kuhlman

Kara Langley Tayler Lundquist

Andrew Sambuceto Henry Schifter

Hayley Starkey Brittney Waterman

ADVERTISING SPECIALISTS

Don Ormsby Bill Kistler

Stephanie Baker Peggy Jacobs

David Long Chris O’Brien

John Zobrist Brad Marti

Shelley Zeman Tina Toney

Darren Dwyer Lynnette Scott

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20 SAVOR THE FLAVOR Pumpkin Cheesecake

Happy 20th Anniversary, Advantage Magazine!

A Brief History of the Advantage Community Magazine

By Dennis McNabb, Staff Writer

Do you enjoy reading the magazine you hold in your hands? Do the articles tickle your fancy or inspire your entrepreneurial spirit? If we’ve done our job effectively, you have hopefully learned something new about your local community. Whether it’s about a new business, a business you were unaware of, or one of the wonderfully diverse, dynamic and exciting people who are developing and running said businesses, our stories are meant to shine a light on the movers and shakers in our neighborhoods. We are a small locally-owned business built with the sole purpose of spotlighting other small locally-owned businesses. A lot of passion, hard work and dedication go into our publications, but have you ever wondered where it all began? We so regularly explore the foundations of other businesses, but have you ever been curious about ours? Let’s take a journey together and turn the page back 20 years to 2003, when we published our very first Tigard Advantage Guide. It all began in the spring of 2003 when our illustrious leader, Matt Nelson, took it upon himself to spearhead a marketing campaign

for the Tigard Chamber of Commerce. At that time, Active Media (the company who publishes the Advantage Magazine) was a fledgling entity, just three years old and focused on Graphic Design and Print Brokering. The Chamber, which Matt had recently become an ambassador for, was looking to address a long-standing issue: a lack of distributable marketing material. In order to increase membership, they needed to advertise. A small, easy-toread, easy-to-distribute brochure would do the trick, but that meant addressing a second issue, which was a lack of funds to pay for the printing of said brochure.

So, to begin, Matt suggested a fundraiser. Since Active Media was in the business of graphic design and print, and Matt himself had a background in sales, he proposed publishing a coupon booklet. It was something he could do in a relatively short span of time and without much help. The Chamber agreed to it, provided he could garner support from members at the next Chamber meeting. The reaction was overwhelming, with over 75% of those in attendance agreeing it was a great idea. Over the next six weeks, Matt went door-to-door signing businesses, designing their ads and building that first coupon booklet which he named the Tigard Advantage

February/March 2012 Issue

Guide, printing on October 15, 2003. As a fundraiser, it was a huge success. The Chamber earned more than enough money to produce their marketing brochure. But more importantly, on a personal level, the entire process had planted a seed.

Active Media, up until that point, had lacked direction. Matt’s work consisted of odd jobs picked up wherever they could be found. With the success of the coupon booklet, an untapped market was revealed with opportunities abound. Soon, Matt was receiving calls from some of the businesses who had advertised asking when the next coupon booklet would be coming out. They had seen such a terrific response from the community, they wanted more! What Matt had initially considered to be a one-off fundraising project now seemed to be a much bigger opportunity.

The second coupon booklet was released in January 2004. Matt increased the size of the booklet from half to full page, printed in full color instead of single color ink and mailed all of them to local home addresses versus simply having them available to pick up in lobbies of local businesses. Participating businesses said the response from the community was even better than the first time around, and it was at that point Matt shifted the focus of Active Media. He continued to service those clients he had already established relationships with, in the graphic design/print brokering sphere, but reprioritized his remaining efforts toward building the Advantage Guide.

Since that time, the magazine has grown and evolved in countless ways. Where there was once a lone man — Matt juggling a half-dozen different responsibilities — there is now a staff of over 60 individuals employed in a variety of capacities. Where there was once only one magazine version mailed out to homes in one city, there are now over 50 versions of the publications mailed out to over 50 separate areas all around Oregon and southern Washington. Other publications have been acquired under the Active Media umbrella — including Your Neighborhood, The Clipper Coupon Paper, MOM Magazine and The Mountain Times newspaper in Welches — and since incorporating personal interest stories like the one you are reading, we’ve expanded to include Lifestyle and Living Magazines in Beaverton, Lake Oswego and Wilsonville.

It’s been an incredible journey, one filled with far more peaks than valleys, and we’re far from reaching its conclusion. Matt Nelson, his family and the entire staff here at Active Media are all incredibly grateful and humbled to play such an integral role in educating our communities about their locally-owned businesses. It’s a unique opportunity that we have to unite the two, and to encourage increased patronization and to share the inspiring stories of business

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owners which might otherwise go untold. With 98% of our advertisers being locallyowned, we are and hopefully will continue to be a chosen voice for the mom-and-pop businesses in our neighborhoods.

In celebration of the 20 year anniversary of our first Tigard Advantage Guide publication, we would like to invite you to come down to the Broadway Rose Theatre on Thursday, October 12 at 7:30 a.m. and join us for this monumental occasion. We are coming around full circle and will be hosting “Good Morning Tigard” with the Tigard Chamber of Commerce, and we would love an opportunity to share and give back to the community where we started our epic journey. To the organizations, individuals and communities who have worked with us over the years, and to the readers who have enjoyed receiving our publications over the last two decades, we send a heartfelt thanks to each of you. We appreciate the opportunities that you have given us, and continue to give us, to serve you with each issue we produce. We are looking forward to the next 20 years.

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CARVE THE PERFECT PUMPKI N

Believe it or not, everyone can be an artist when it comes to pumpkin carving, but it is harder than it looks. Follow the following eleven tips, and your gourds will look and smell good the entire trick-or-treating season. Get carving!

 Start with the right pumpkin.

Choose one that’s fresh, with a sturdy stem, no bruises, and a flat bottom so it won’t roll while you carve.

 Cut from the bottom, not the top. Cutting your “lid” from the bottom of the pumpkin helps prevent the sides from caving in later.

 If you carve from the top, cut lid on an angle. This way it won’t drop inside the pumpkin when you replace it, like it would with a straight up-and-down cut. A boning knife should work well for this.

 Scoop out all the pulp (and then some).

You can buy a special “claw” for pumpkin gutting, but an ice cream scoop will do just fine. Thin the inner wall of the “face” area to 1¼-inch thick, so it will be easier to pierce the shell.

 Sketch your design to size on paper first. Tape it to the front of your pumpkin. Using a fork or pencil, poke holes along the lines you want to carve.

 Try holding the pumpkin in your lap.

It’s easier to create features when the face is gazing up at you. It is suggested to use a serrated kitchen knife or an X-Acto knife.

 Start by making simple rough cuts.

If you get the big pieces of pumpkin out of the way first, you can go back and clean up the edges of your design later.

 Use your scraps creatively.

Make a tongue, pipe, or hair accessories out of discarded pieces of pumpkin shell, for example.

 Keep your pumpkin fresh.

Spread petroleum jelly on the cut edges to seal in moisture. If your pumpkin still shrivels a few days later, revive it with a facedown soak in cold water for up to eight hours.

 Create a chimney.

First, leave the lid on for a few minutes while the candle burns. Cut a small hole where the pumpkin has blackened up top. Or, save yourself the stress and opt for a battery-operated votive.

Sprinkle cinnamon inside.

That way, when you light the candle, your jack-o’-lantern will smell like a pumpkin pie. Yum.

HISTORY OF THE JACK-O’-LANTERN

The Irish Legend of Stingy Jack

Old myth illuminates Halloween icon

By Krysta M. Nelson, Contributing Writer

Ah, autumn, what a wonderful time of year! A time to break out all my favorite sweaters just as the leaves turn into vibrant shades of yellow, orange and red, and, best of all, the arrival of Halloween, my favorite holiday. I have so many fond memories over the years, eating candy all night and wearing costumes to school.

I should mention, my nickname as a kid was “Little Miss Mess Maker,” which means my favorite Halloween activity has always been carving pumpkins, even recreating a horror movie with the guts of a gourd one time. It was epic — the mess, not the movie.

Now, most people carve pumpkins never realizing the myth behind the mess, but my brain likes to know things, so I scooped up the history and discovered “The Legend of Stingy Jack.”

Long ago, in a small Ireland town, a drunkard named Stingy Jack earned his moniker after pinning his bar tab on the Devil himself. Apparently, Jake caused a bit of trouble for his neighbors, so Satan had come for his soul. Now, Jack may have been known for being a drunk — scuttered and bollocksed — but he was also a clever lad, convincing the Devil to take him to his favorite pub as a final request. When the bill came ’round, Jack convinced the demon to turn into a coin, so Jack could pay for his drinks.

coal to light his way. Jack put the coal into a carved turnip and has been roaming the earth ever since as “Jack of the Lantern,” or Jack-o’-lantern nowadays.

What a guy, am I right? Because of this legend people in Ireland and Scotland started carving scary faces into turnips and potatoes.

However, instead of paying up, Jack dropped the coin into his pocket, alongside a crucifix, trapping the fiery foe. The Devil begged Stingy Jack to release him, and so he did, but only on the condition the Devil would not come for him for another year, and should Jack die, Satan could not claim his soul.

True to his word, the Devil didn’t return for a whole year. When he finally reappeared, Jack convinced Satan to climb a tree to grab a piece of fruit for the journey to Hell. Once the Devil reached the top, Jack carved a cross into the bark of the trunk, trapping the Devil among the branches. Again, Satan begged Jack to free him, but this time, Jack made him promise another 10 years. Of course, the Devil agreed to his terms and was freed.

Upon his death, Jack was denied heaven because of his obvious sins. And because of his trickery and scheming, Satan wouldn’t allow him into Hell either. Instead, the Devil gave Jack a lump of burning

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CASTOFFS, ROGUES AND WINNERS

By Robert Matsumura, Contributing Writer

Play ball! During the 1970s, umpires called out the famous phrase to launch Portland Mavericks baseball games at Civic Stadium (Providence Park) in one of the most colorful chapters in the history of Portland baseball.

Although the renegade Portland Mavericks existed for only five summers, this uniquely memorable team will forever be etched in the history of minor league baseball. The Mavericks emerged onto the Portland baseball scene in 1973 with the departure of the Portland Beavers — the city’s long-time triple-A club — moving to Spokane. The Mavericks were owned by ex-minor league baseball player and former actor, Bing Russell, best known for his role as Deputy Clem Foster on the TV Western Bonanza. Bing was the father of well-known actor Kurt Russell, who unbeknownst to many, played for the Portland Mavericks their inaugural season — batting .229 in 23 games.

Initially, trading the triple-A Beavers for the single-A Mavericks seemed like a raw deal for Portland baseball fans; however, the Portland Mavericks became a surprise success. Bing Russell’s motto for the Mavericks — that it should be “fun” — rendered the game-time atmosphere at Civic Stadium circus-like and light-hearted. Russell was a trendsetter, being one of the first to promote minor league baseball with a focus on fun and entertainment.

As an independent team, unaffiliated with a major league franchise, the Mavericks recruited ex-minor leaguers and ex-big leaguers who were looking for an opportunity to revive fading careers. At the time, Mavericks were the only independent professional baseball team in the country, and despite the fact that they could pay players only $300 a month, hopefuls continued to arrive from across the United States each June to participate in Bing Russell’s tryouts.

Unlike many independent teams, the Mavericks were competitive in their single-A Northwest League. For five seasons straight, the Mavericks were not only competitive, but won a number of league titles. In 1973, this rag-tag collection of baseball castoffs ended the season with a 45-35 record, and won the NWL south division title.

year, the Mavericks went 50-34, finishing second place in the newly formatted NWL west division. In 1975 and 1976, the Mavericks won the NWL title, but in 1977 (their last year), despite earning the best record in franchise history (44-22), they lost in the championship game to Bellingham. It was a remarkable run for an independent team of baseball rejects and has-beens who, during the course of their short but memorable existence, faced major league prospects such as Ozzie Smith, Dave Steward, Rickey Henderson, Mike Scioscia, Pedro Guerrero, and Dave Henderson—all of whom went on to become big-time stars in the MLB. Contrary to the Portland Beavers who struggled with attendance in the early 1970s, the Mavericks packed the stands. In three out of five seasons, the Mavericks’ attendance exceeded 100,000 fans. In 1977, the Mavericks attracted 125,300 fans in only 33 games, which remains the attendance record in the minor leagues for short-season single-A level.

Despite the Portland Mavericks’ short existence, their seasons were distinguished by crazy hijinks, creativity, and historic firsts. Among the memorable moments in Mavericks history was the banning of manager Hank Robinson from the NWL for assaulting an umpire. Another was the 1975 game in which player/manager Frank Peters rotated all nine players in the Mavs lineup to a new position each inning. Also, when Peters wasn’t playing or managing the Mavs, he was busy operating several local nightclubs.

The Mavericks also made history by hiring Lanny Moss and Jon Yoshiwara as General Managers. Moss, hired in 1975, was the first woman to hold the GM position in professional baseball. Yoshiwara, hired in 1977, was the first Asian-American GM in baseball at the professional level. At the same time, the 22-year old Yoshiwara was an active player on the roster as well.

Jim Bouton, ex-New York Yankee pitcher who played for the Mavericks twice, may have been the most notorious of all the team’s players. His famous book Ball Four detailed Burton’s wild experiences on and

off field while playing for the Seattle Pilots (a former MLB team who eventually became the Milwaukee Brewers). Despite negative reaction from the MLB commissioner who felt the book painted a picture detrimental to the sport, Ball Four was a massive commercial success, selling millions of copies worldwide. As a Maverick, Bouton, along with the Mavericks pitching coach Rob Nelson, came up with the idea of Big League Chew — a shredded bubble gum alternative to chewing tobacco—that was initially picked up and produced by Wrigley gum.

The Portland Mavericks came to an end in 1977 when the Pacific Coast League decided to return to Portland. Organized baseball at the time operated under the authority of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues. In order for the PCL to return to Portland, a deal had to be negotiated between Bing Russell and the PCL for rights to the Portland market. After months of hard bargaining, Russell ended up receiving his asking price of $206,000 — far more than the standard $25,000 compensation rate to relinquish rights to a city.

So remarkable were the Portland Mavericks during their colorful five-year run that Netflix produced the documentary The Battered Bastards of Baseball, which not only recounted their amazing history, but also the Mavericks’ influence on independent baseball in the ensuing years.

After a forty-five year hiatus, Portland Mavericks emerged again as a member of the four-team Mavericks Independent Baseball League of the Salem Metro Area, which plays at Volcanoes Stadium in Keizer. The league was formed by the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes, a previous minor league team in the San Francisco Giants’ system. After the Giants chose to sever their relationship with the Volcanoes, the latter chose to form an independent league of their own. The Volcanoes organization bought rights to the former Portland Mavericks and made them one of the four teams in their new league,

consisting of the Volcanoes, Mavericks, Salem Senators, and the Campesinos de Salem-Keizer.

So, when you’re driving down I-5 near Keizer, you may notice a baseball game in progress at Volcanoes Stadium, and it just might be the newly revived Portland Mavericks. And if you’re in the mood for some good old-fashioned entertainment, stop by for a game and cheer on the storied Portland Mavericks!

BATGIRL PENNY CLEMO

Let’s not forget the Mavericks’ bat girl, Penny Clemo, hired in 1975. The 12-year-old sixth grader from Portland was among some of the first girls to participate in Little League, as a lawsuit in June 1974 (for Maria Pepe and Kim Green) forced them to accept girls into their ranks. She played with fellow seventh and eighth graders and gained a reputation for being the toughest pitcher in the South Powell Little League, as well as hitting three grand slams in 1975. This set a precedent and proved that women belonged on the baseball field, not just in the stands.

Pumpkin Cheesecake

Fall in love with a cool classic

Ingredients

* butter, for coating pan

1 graham cracker crust (see recipe)

24 ounces boxed cream cheese, room temperature

¾ cup brown sugar, packed

½ cup sugar

⅓ cup sour cream

1½ teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup pumpkin purée

2½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

3 large eggs, lightly beaten

Directions

 Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat 9-inch springform pan with pat of butter. Prepare crust (recipe follows) and chill. Do not bake.  In stand-mixer,

beat cream cheese and sugars about 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down sides occasionally. Stir in sour cream. Add vanilla extract, pumpkin purée and pumpkin spice; stir until well combined.  Add eggs, beating until just mixed after each addition.  Spread batter over prepared crust. Bake 40 minutes or until center is set (bounces back to the touch).

 Allow to cool completely before transferring to refrigerator for 6 hours or overnight. Serve with whipped cream.

Graham Cracker Crust

1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

2 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoons brown sugar, packed

7 tablespoons butter, melted

 Finely grind crackers in food processor. Transfer to bowl; add sugars and butter. Use fork to combine. 

Pour into 9-inch springform. Firmly pack crumbs into pan. Chill 10 minutes before filling.

BOB HACKNEY

Kiln It with Kindness

Bob Hackney, the man at the wheel

By Kelly Romo, Contributing Writer

Bob Hackney is a seasoned artist and a treasured part of the localcommunity. With his wealth of experience and unique perspective on art, he offers invaluable guidance to many aspiring artists. Interacting with Bob, whether in an informal chat or a more formal class environment, enhances the artistic journey of his students.

As a child living in Wisconsin, Bob always found joy in creating beautiful works of art. When he was a sophomore in high school, his passion translated into one of the greatest gifts — a full scholarship from the local women’s club to attend an Art Camp at the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay. Though his original intention was to study painting, something about ceramics spoke to Bob, which led him to choose that course instead — which ultimately changed the entire trajectory of his future. In his junior year in high school, he discovered his passion for pottery and practically lived in the studio. He graduated high school a year early and attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and River Falls, where he studied under some of the best in the field, such as Don Reitz, Paula Rice, Kurt Wild.

After graduation, Bob worked as a landscape gardener and

stone mason for over twenty years. He always loved horses, and when his last horse died, he was forced to confront who he was as an adult without his beloved companion. That is when he returned to pottery and enrolled in a continuing education class at PCC. Eventually, his interest and efforts led to a position as an instructor and manager of the pottery studio at Valley Art.

Bob’s dedication to his craft is evident in his meticulous preparation for each class he teaches. Recognizing the unique mentality of each artist, he encourages them to observe other potters, identify techniques that resonate with them. He then provides guidance on how to implement those methods. Bob also encourages artists to focus on what brings them joy, as this will reflect in their work.

When the rainy days come, Bob joins a dedicated crew that engages in wood firing at East Creek Art.

This unique technique, revered by fellow potters, involves carefully stoking a wood kiln around the clock for over five days to create beautiful and unpredictable designs on the pottery pieces. The flames and ash interact with the glazes in such a way that each piece is essentially a unique canvas for the flame work. Opening the kiln post-firing is akin to unwrapping Christmas presents — the anticipation and excitement are palpable, and each revealed pottery piece is a delightful surprise. It is also a chance to engage with a community of friends who share a common passion for the art as they create memories and bonds that last a lifetime.

Bob teaches about 50 students of all ability levels at Valley Art. Being part of Valley Art is not just about supporting the local art scene: it’s about nourishing a community hub that has been extraordinary for Forest Grove. If you want to see some of his work or your artistic side is calling, visit Valley Art. And who knows? Your journey may lead you to

Visit Valley Art at 2022 Main Street in Forest Grove. Call (503) 357-3703 to learn more or visit their website at: www.valleyart.org.

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By Dennis McNabb, Staff Writer

Business owners take note: whether it’s time to consider retirement or it’s time to pursue aspirations in another sphere, selling your business can be a daunting task. It’s not a matter of simply quitting your job, and as a result, many are not prepared to make this transition. In fact, according to exitplanning.com, an estimated 80% of business owners have intentions of retiring within the next 10 years, but only 20% have a viable written exit plan. Regardless of your timeframe, an exit strategy is imperative, and due to the complexity of the process, the sooner you can acquire one, the better. Fortunately, Jaimy Beltran (of Beltran Properties Group), in his attempts to bring more value to his clients and the community at large, has collaborated with Mark Grubbs (of WestPac Wealth Partners) to present a seminar on this very subject.

FAILURE TO PLAN IS PLANNING TO FAIL!

If you are a business owner, and you have any ambitions at all to sell within the next 5-10 years, now is the time to begin making preparations. This is your legacy. In order to preserve what you’ve worked so hard to establish, due consideration must be afforded to the process. It’s not something to be taken lightly, nor should it be rushed. Failing to make adequate plans means planning to fail in a successful transition. Even with a vague plan, if you have not consulted with an actual Certified Exit Planner (CEP) like Mark Grubbs, you may regret that decision. Leaving your business is inevitable. Every business owner faces this same eventuality. That said, leaving it in the best possible condition for continued success

(and placing yourself in the best possible position to reap the greatest rewards) requires adherence to an established set of guidelines and procedures. First and foremost, it requires that you consider finding a Certified Exit Planner (CEP) like Mark Grubbs.

Your CEP is your personal advocate; your “quarterback” in this all-important game. You are, of course, still calling all the plays, but they are the ones to help you execute. They are the ones running the team. It is with your CEP’s expert counsel and advice that you will determine your objectives (financial and otherwise), and then be introduced to a larger network of professionals who will subsequently assist in your navigation through the entire process.

Owning and running a business, especially one that you established with your own two hands, is a very personal thing. You have taken great pains to build it up and ensure its viability. Your heart and soul are interwoven in the fabric of its existence, and selling it is an emotional event as much as it is a financial one. Proceeding with that kind of transition should be done on your terms, and without regret. You should feel confident that you’ve made the right choices; that your business and your legacy will remain intact. The best way to do that is to begin now!

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Business owners: whether you are looking towards retirement or just starting out, it’s never too early to

Mark Grubbs

start planning for that inevitable sale. Attend the Exit Planning Strategies Seminar on October 24th, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Villebois Community Clubhouse in Wilsonville. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served early with the seminar itself beginning at 6:00pm. Jaimy Beltran of Beltran Properties Group will be hosting in collaboration with Mark Grubbs of WestPac Wealth Partners. This is an important topic that is not discussed enough among business circles. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!

Mark Grubbs is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. WestPac Wealth Partners LLC is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. Insurance products offered through WestPac Wealth Partners and Insurance Services, LLC, a DBA of WestPac Wealth Partners, LLC. CA Insurance License #1541031 | Guardian, its subsidiaries, agents, and employees do not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. Consult your tax, legal, or accounting professional regarding your individual situation. | 2023-161213 Exp. 09/25 | Jaimy Beltran and Beltran Properties Group are not affiliates or subsidiaries of PAS or Guardian.

EXIT PLANNING STRATEGIES SEMINAR

NOVA PDO THREADS $ 107

Per Thread

Nova PDO Threads is a great way to tighten sagging skin, reduce wrinkling, and create new collagen. The PDO Threads that we use are FDA approved and produced in the USA. (Please call for more information)

CO2 FRACTIONAL LASER

$ 1177 Any Area

Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing is one of the most effective way to treat fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, loose or sagging skin, as well as scars. In addition to treating the face, we can treat the neck, chest and even hands.

AGNES RF FRACTIONAL MICRONEEDLE

$ 777Any Area

Agnes RF is a non-surgical radio frequency device that treats eye bags, tightens and removes fat from the neck and jawline area. Cystic acne is treated by removing the sebaceous gland.

OPUS PLASMA FRACTIONAL LASER $ 777

Opus Plasma represents the next generation of fractional skin resurfacing treatments for women and men of most skin types who want to minimize wrinkles and reverse damage caused by the sun and the natural aging process.

SECRET RF MICRONEEDLING

$ 777

The Secret RF Micro-needling System is a powerful new technology that is ideal for facial rejuvenation, improving scars, cellulite, and plumping and tightening loose skin.

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Finest Medical Spa

Cutera’s Nd: YAG and ProWave lasers use state-of-the-art technology to remove hair from all skin types. These lasers provide comfortable and long-lasting hair removal treatment you can count on.

Choice of Full Face, Full Neck or Full Chest

Treats acne scars, fine lines & wrinkles, rough skin texture, sun damaged skin, melasma and other forms of hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, stretch marks, and surgical scars. One Area

Choice of Full Face, Full Neck, or Décolletage Remove sun spots. age spots, acne spots and any other skin pigmentation.

JuVaShape Ultra by Alma is an Ultrasound to

and Radio Frequency to tighten the skin, reduce wrinkles, improve the appearance of cellulite and contour the body.

Including 1-Laser Titan, 1-Laser Genesis, 1-IPL Photo Facial

Choice of Full Face, Full Neck or Full Chest Lifts sun damage, pigmentation & dark and red scars including Melasma.

Choice of Full Face, Full Neck or Full Chest Improves fine lines, skin tone & increases collagen production.

or EPionCE ChEmiCAl PEEl

Increase the skin’s cell turnover rate, bring new skin cells to the surface, diminish dark spots, reduce fine lines & wrinkles, clear breakouts as well as restore youthful and radiant appearance.

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