August 2008
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Captain Ian M. Dinesen
Capt. Ian M. Dinesen, son of ACB clients Annette and Gil Beierle of Peoria, deployed for Iraq in July. He is the Operations Officer for the 820th Security Forces Group, Moody AFB, Georgia. He is responsible for operations of a one-of-a-kind unit providing integrated Force Protection (FP) in support of Air Expeditionary Wings, Air Expeditionary Forces, Global Strike Task Forces and other contingency operations.
Capt. Dinesen graduated from Northern Arizona University in 2000. He is also a distinguished graduate of the Security Forces Basic Officer Course. He has served in various positions at both the squadron and major command levels. He also deployed in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM, where he led the operations flight supporting Iraqi Police Transition Teams in Baghdad, Iraq under Request for Forces 619, and oversaw the execution of over 880 combat patrols, which covered more than 32,000 miles and culminated in over 87,000 man hours in the heart of Baghdad.
Among his many, many awards and decorations are the Bronze Star Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Air Force Achievement Medal with oak leaf cluster, and the Air Force Combat Action Medal.
Capt. Dinesen is pictured with his wife, Andia, and daughters McKenzie (age 5) and Mina (age 3).
Wild Horse Promotions Celebrates 6 Years
Wild Horse Promotions is proudly celebrating their sixth year of serving local customers. Owner Susan Fitzgerald says, "When business is slow, it’s time to focus on what you do best; evaluate your business priorities; and get your message out."
She observes, "Companion marketing is one way to reduce the cost of promotional advertising. Pair up with a company that complements your business, put both logos on an item, and share the cost – for example, a photographer and framing shop who work together. Contact us today for help with your physical advertising needs!"
For more information, call 623-341-9631 or visit. www.wildhorsepromotions.com.
Champu Studio Attracts Cutting-edge Master Stylist
ACB client Wade Lee Richards, a master stylist and makeup artist, had been dazzling customers with his talents for two years at a spa in Peoria. In April he opened his own styling station within Champú Studio at 6685 W. Beardsley Road, Suite 110, in Glendale. "My specialties are wedding updos and makeup," Richards said. "'The Mimosa Morning Wedding Package' includes a formal style and makeup application with a pre-wedding day trial run to set the bride at ease. Champú Studio can accommodate an entire wedding party, or I can travel to affairs."
The topnotch hair and makeup artist showcases before-and-after photos of his glamorous creations along with highlights of his career on his MySpace page at www.myspace.com/TheHouseofWadeLee. Glendale resident Cassandra Sprugasci acts as his assistant and books appointments at 623-237-1890.
Z's Fine Jewelry Holds Diamond Dig
In anticipation of the Fourth of July holiday, Z’s Fine Jewelry held an advance sale the last weekend of June to kick off the excitement. To add to the celebration, they also had one of their popular "Diamond Dig" events. Customers purchased cups of sand for $10 apiece, and each cup of sand contained a stone or larger finished piece of jewelry. All of the proceeds, which totaled more than $1,300, are being used to purchase items for service personnel serving in the Middle East.
Jennifer Zacharias of Z’s says, "We need to remember our troops as they are the reason we live in a free country. Any effort we make to show that we care helps them to get through what they are experiencing on our behalf."
Z’s Fine Jewelry is located at 7547 West Greenway Road, Suite 580 in Peoria. For more information, call 623-374-7706, or visit www.zsfinejewelry.com.
Arizona Golf Tournament at Desert Mountain
The Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation will hold the 4th Annual Arizona Golf Tournament on September 5, 2008 at the Desert Mountain Golf Club. The tax-exempt charity foundation provides financial assistance to the children of fallen military and law enforcement members. Since the first Arizona event in 2005, the foundation has been able to provide $200,000 in direct support to Arizona families.
Registration opens at 6:00 a.m. and an awards luncheon immediately follows the golf event. A variety of individual and corporate sponsorships are available, and the foundation welcomes contributions of any size. For more information, contact John O'Brien at jobrien@tekstaff.com, or visit www.mclefaz.org.
Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) will present a Spanish version of the off-Broadway hit Nunsense (Sorpresas) one night only on August 31 as a fundraiser for Advocates for Latin Arts & Culture (ALAC). Directed by Gerardo Bru, owner of Bru’s Musical Theater, this special production of Sorpresas includes super titles in English projected in the auditorium during the show to accommodate bilingual audiences. The ticket includes a 3-course dinner, the music with live music, and lots of surprises and special guests. An exhibit and auction of local Latino artists’ artwork is also featured. For more information, visit www.brusmusicaltheater.com, or call the Arizona Broadway Theatre at 602-708-4936.
Job Opportunity at ACB
Arrowhead Community Bank has two part-time teller positions available. Both are 30-hour positions; Monday through Friday; 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a 30 minute lunch break. We are looking for mature, knowledgeable candidates who enjoy working with the public and are adept at handling cash. Compensation will be based on experience. Interested candidates should email a resume to Nancy Seid at nancy.seid@arrowheadcommunitybank.com or telephone Ms. Seid at 623-776-3815.
September 11, 2008 Pass It On Day at the The Tulip Tree, 5933 West Bell Road. Free dozen roses to anyone requesting them, age 18 and older. Keep one rose, and pass 11 on. Information: 602-978-3097.
October 5, 2008 Bowling 4 The Cure. Bowl-a-thon to raise money for breast cancer research. Information: 602-938-5427, or peggy@bowling4thecure.com.
October 25, 2008 2nd Annual Officer Holly Memorial Ride. Proceeds benefit children's charities of the Anthony Holly Foundation. Ride and vendor information available at 623-776-3819, or www.arrowheadcommunitybank.com.
Mahatma Gandhi
