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Sonoma County is filled with working professionals making positives differences in our community. No matter the field, these individuals are game-changers, and they continue to move industries of all kinds forward. So often, consumers default to anonymous Internet ratings when researching things like medical services or retail shops, basing opinions on the premise of a few stars. But within these black & white pages, Sonoma magazine gives a face-to-face introduction to the people behind the businesses and their many accomplishments.
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Business Banking Bank of Marin For 30 years, Bank of Marin has been a leading independent community bank in the Bay Area. The foundation of their success is built on relationship banking, disciplined fundamentals, and commitment to the communities they serve. A powerful resource for businesses in Sonoma County, Bank of Marin’s experienced
professionals offer innovative and custom financing, with one-on-one service and dependability. From Petaluma to Santa Rosa, Healdsburg and Sonoma, Regional Managers David Casassa and David Short and their talented team of commercial and retail bankers deliver the financial
solutions that help make local businesses stronger. Call or visit them today. Member FDIC 50 Santa Rosa Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 508-3377 bankofmarin.com JAN/FEB 2020 sonomamag.com
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Residential Design Bevan & Associates Established in 2003, Bevan + Associates is a full service design firm specializing in custom residential projects in Sonoma Valley and the greater Bay Area. Their reputation is delivering creative ideas that are flexible, centered on entertaining, and blending the indoors with the outdoors, taking advantage of California’s climate.
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Working with people is what they enjoy most. Their projects are personal and property specific, and acknowledge the life-long decisions being made regarding their home long term. Every home should feel like you are on vacation with a relaxed sophistication that is well designed and can be enjoyed for years to come.
369 W. Napa Street Sonoma, CA 95476 (415) 722-9217 bevanassociates.com
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Local Luxury Eyewear Empire Optometry Empire Optometry has been in downtown Santa Rosa for many years, and was recently purchased by Dr. Tiffany Moore in 2016. With the change of ownership and addition of Dr. Nicole Wood, the practice has a fresh new perspective of high quality eye care and an incredible selection of new frames. Combining the
most up to date technology with outstanding doctors, they are able to bring high quality eye care to the community in a way that is understandable and relatable to their patients. This practice is the new destination for high quality eyewear from the independent frame lines that you cannot ďŹ nd anywhere else. No matter what
style you are looking for, you will ďŹ nd it here.
800 4th Street Santa Rosa, Ca 95407 (707) 542-1554 empireoptometry.com JAN/FEB 2020 sonomamag.com
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Orthodontics Dr. Payne Orthodontics Dr. Brian Payne and Dr. Jacqueline Payne have been the faces of the Orthodontic community since 1988 with a legacy dating back to Dr. George S. Payne in 1959. Three generations of Orthodontists. Together they will carry on a family tradition of unsurpassed quality of orthodontics to our community.
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Dr. Brian Payne is born and raised Santa Rosa and raised his family here in the wine country. Dr. Jacqueline Payne received degree as a dentist and is finishing her Masters in Orthodontics soon. Dr. Brian Payne is board certified and serves on the faculty of University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni Dental School.
36 Doctors Park Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 546-5234 9240 Old Redwood Hwy, Suite 106 Windsor, CA 95492 (707) 838-4959
Paynesperfectsmileclub.com
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Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Dr. Jue Smiles Dentistry Dr Leslie Jue and her team Jue Smiles have been providing exceptional family and cosmetic dentistry in Sonoma County for over 25 years. Together with her husband Dr Brian Payne and daughter Dr Jacqueline Payne , they have been carrying on a family legacy in dentistry. Jue Smiles treats you personally
and individually creating a compassionate environment where your dentistry is performed efďŹ ciently and painlessly. Dr Jue is president of JueSmiles Dentistry and also is on faculty at the University of a PaciďŹ c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry. Dr Jue is working together to make better smiles
and presently accepting new patients.
95 Montgomery Drive Suite 124 Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 546-1680
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Local Home Loan Banking Exchange Bank Home loans approved and processed in-house by their residential loan department who know your neighborhood. Exchange Bank’s experienced mortgage loan consultants have been offering personalized one-on-one loan services and helping people take the step into homeownership for over
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129 years. Purchase, refinance, reverse, and construction mortgage loan options are available. Exchange Bank also developed a rebuild construction loan program in 2017 with a variety of financing options to address the immediate needs of the community, which they continue to offer. Schedule an
appointment with one of their team members today.
545 4th Street Santa Rosa, Ca 95401 (707) 541-1490 exchangebank.com
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Gardens and Landscaping Gardenworks Inc. The faces of Gardenworks have been a staple around Sonoma County for over 40 years offering a full range of landscape management. During this long tenure some individual faces may have changes, but never the commitment to customers and quality for both residential and commercial venues.
Since 1977, craftspeople, technicians, gardeners, landscape architects, water managers, horticulturists and community leaders are all faces responsible for creating successful and award winning long term gardens. Awards that include Best of Sonoma County four years running.
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Pet Grooming Hair of the Dog Since opening six years ago, Hair of the Dog Pet Grooming, co-owned by Heather Strickland and Amy Cadogan, has become a Santa Rosa favorite for furry family members. The amazing and dedicated staff is a huge reason for Hair of the Dog’s success. The team takes pride in their “open home” and familylike atmosphere where every dog is treated as their own. They know it takes a dog-lover to ensure the grooming
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process goes as smoothly as possible for your treasured fur-baby. This has led to remarkable word of mouth referrals from longtime customers. The shop was designed and constructed with the belief that dogs are social creatures. Grooming, bathing and drying facilities encircle a large open play area where the pups can hang out before and after their treatment. A separate area is available
for those dogs who prefer not to be a part of the pack. Cats are also welcome, with their own grooming facility away from the dogs, so they can purr away in privacy. Hair of the Dog 2770 Stony Point Rd, Ste. G Santa Rosa, CA 95407 (707) 331-3143 hairofthedogsr.com
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Performing Arts Green Music Center at Sonoma State University As a cornerstone of Sonoma State University’s commitment to the arts, the Green Music Center is a place to witness artistic inspiration through year-round programming. Dedicated to fostering meaningful artistic experiences in our communities, many on staff
at the Green Music Center have a uniquely personal connection as both Sonoma County residents and Sonoma State alumni. This connection to our region translates into an eclectic array of performances within Weill Hall and Schroeder Hall that bring together artists, students,
families, music-lovers, and more in an exploration of what moves and inspires us.
1801 E. Cotati Avenue Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (707) 664-4246
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Hearing Healthcare Kenwood Hearing Centers Kenwood Hearing Centers is celebrating their 60th year helping the people of Sonoma Country improve their lives through better hearing. Family owned and operated by Bill and Christine Diles since 1981, their three children have also joined
the practice which has grown to become the premier place for hearing healthcare in the North Bay. By using the latest tools for accurate diagnosis and treatment, the professional staff at Kenwood Hearing Centers provides a unique plan for each unique
person to guide them into better hearing, better communication, and an overall improvement in quality of life. Kenwood Hearing Centers (707) 789-9191 goodhearing.com
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Interior Design and Fine Home Furnishings Mark Thomas Home Home Furnishings and Interior Design. Our family owned and operated company offers a huge assortment of ďŹ ne brand name furniture, handmade area rugs from around the world, accessories and complete window treatments with two large locations in Northern California. We display over 100,000 sq. ft. of beautifully decorated living rooms, dining rooms, family rooms,
home ofďŹ ces and bedroom settings to inspire your creative ideas. You can test drive hundreds of sofas, chairs and recliners to assure your complete comfort and satisfaction. Mark Thomas Home award winning interior designers and dedicated staff provide a high level of personalized service included with your furniture purchase and customer service no other retail store or design studio can match.
707 5th Street Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 542-1855 1231 Comstock Street Santa Clara, CA 95054 (408)727-3772 markthomashome.com JAN/FEB 2020 sonomamag.com
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Mortgage Opes Advisors, A division of Flagstar Bank Jennifer Brown has been a local lender here in Sonoma County for the past twenty years. She helps buyers of all demographics and backgrounds. Opes Advisors was an easy choice for her for multiple reasons as they offer conventional financing, jumbo financing, FHA & VA financing, Construction Loans, Home Equity Lines, the ability to
broker loans, and also the ability to originate loans in all 50 states. Jennifer is an expert in her field and takes pride in her extensive underwriting knowledge and level of customer service. She is always happy to answer all of your real estate financing questions!
Jennifer Joyner Brown Opes Advisors, A division of Flagstar Bank 822 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476 Direct (415) 336-7782 jbrown@opesadvisors.com www.opesadvisors.com/ jenniferbrown NMLS ID: 237979
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Specialized Senior Living for Memory Loss Primrose
John Wotring, a Sebastopol native, specializes in services for the elderly with memory loss for more than 23years. He and his father started Primrose Alzheimer’s Living and The Primrose Living Fund a 501(c) (3) to care for their family and their community with similar needs. The Primrose difference
is the Wotring family developed a community solely focused on individualized needs of those living with memory loss and the emotional needs of caregivers. Primrose provides: Free support groups Free dementia education Day-Club programs Respite Residential care.
2080 Guerneville Road Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (707) 578-8360
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Francesco Lecce-Chong Santa Rosa Symphony Music Director Francesco LecceChong, now in his second year with the Santa Rosa Symphony, has conducted orchestras around the world, recently making his debut with the San Francisco Symphony and the New York Philharmonic, and has worked with renowned soloists such as RenĂŠe Fleming and Itzhak Perlman. Concurrently
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Music Director of the Eugene Symphony, Lecce-Chong has endeared himself to audiences with his mastery and technique, as well as his commitment and passion for education, community engagement and for championing up-andcoming composers.
acclaimed regional symphony with 81 professional musicians. It is the Resident Orchestra of the worldclass Green Music Center.
The Santa Rosa Symphony, founded in 1927, is an award-winning and
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Santa Rosa Symphony 50 Santa Rosa Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95404 srsymphony.org
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Rigorous Education with Heart Sonoma Academy Based on an understanding of the adolescent brain and with the knowledge that learning occurs best in the context of connected community, our curriculum is grounded in a rigorous college preparatory framework, but we go much further. We are multidisciplinary and innovative, giving students the ability to ask the hard questions, and the tools to answer them. We are technologically sophisticated, but we
recognize the limitations of technology. We teach critical thinking above all else because this is the foundation of true learning. We love play and humor and art, because we know that they make us human. And we also love unrelenting rigor and penetrating thought, because we know that a deep grasp of concepts is what helps us to navigate an ever-changing world. We are deeply humanistic, treating every student with
profound respect and care. We provide students with the intellectual, social, and ethical foundations necessary to thrive in our changing times, no matter their individual path 2500 Farmers Lane Santa Rosa | CA 95404 707-545-1770 sonomaacademy.org JAN/FEB 2020 sonomamag.com
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Cabinetry Studio H Designs, Inc. Owners Megan Nelson and Cassandra Stephens took their passion for cabinetry and years of design industry experience to start Studio H Designs. The duo combines their love for beautiful and functional spaces with a central focus on client needs. Their goal is to provide an intimate approach to cabinetry 110
design by taking the time to learn the client’s wants and needs all while keeping the design process stress-free and fun! Named Sonoma County’s best place to buy cabinetry, Studio H Designs pairs professional service with American made cabinetry lines that are fit for all styles and budgets.
Studio H Designs, Inc. 601 Elsa Drive, Suite B Santa Rosa, CA 95407 (707) 843-7544 Open by appointment studio-h-designs.com
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Compassionate Funeral Services
Windsor Healdsburg Mortuary The caring and experienced professionals at Windsor Healdsburg Mortuary are here to support you through the difficult time of losing a loved one. They offer a range of personalized services to suit your family’s wishes and requirements. You can count on them to help you plan a personal, lasting tribute. Windsor Healdsburg Mortuary is proud to offer the most economical
choices for cremation, funeral and ship-out-to-another-country services in Sonoma, Napa and Marin Counties. Owner Duffy Conneely comes from a five-generation funeral industry family that originated in the Bay Area in 1889. His passion for the funeral industry was instilled by his grandfather, and other relatives and he finds gratification being a pillar of
support to those going through their stages of grief.
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