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In today's world, people want information at their fingertips in a matter of seconds. As people search for a family dentist they are looking for professional expertise and quality care. Hamby Family Dental Center recently launched a new website that is aimed at giving patients all the information they need about their specialized dental services.

North Carolina-based Wellness Center Excel Body Fitness donated towards making Foundation of Hope's Walk for Hope in Raleigh a reality this month. The annual event was held this year on October 9, 2016 just one day after World Mental Health Day – a day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. 100% of the money raised by participants directly funds local mental health research at the UNC Neurosciences Hospital in Chapel Hill. However, Excel's contribution towards the event is but one small show of how the North Carolina fitness center takes mental health seriously.

Gary K. Joyner, Partner at Kilpatrick Stockton, LLP, a full service corporate law firm with offices internationally, has been appointed to serve as Chair for the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce. In this position, Joyner will lead the Raleigh Chamber’s 2010-2011 Executive Committee, which is responsible for setting policies and procedures for the Chamber. The Chair announcement was made at the Raleigh Chamber’s 122nd Annual Meeting held on Sept. 14, 2010 at the Meymandi Concert Hall in Raleigh. Joyner’s term of office began October 1, 2010.

Dr. Darcy Ward and Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, doctors of chiropractic at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (http://www.carolinachirowellness.com), a North Raleigh chiropractic center, have announced that the facility will host its annual Patient Appreciation Day and first annual Food Drive on Wednesday, Oct. 13 at the wellness center office, located at 8300 Health Park.

David Rhode, managing partner at Vaco Raleigh, LLC, an executive placement and consulting firm, has announced the release of a podcast with Sid Mitchener, partner at the firm, discussing the job forecast for the technology industry in the Triangle. As a leader in the industry and the firm’s Vaco Technology division, Mitchener provides insight into what areas of the field are opening up and what qualifications are attractive to employers.

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that Bogart’s American Grill has been named the Best Brunch in Raleigh by the Best of Citysearch 2010. Bogart’s was also a finalist for the Best Romantic Restaurants and Best Fine Dining categories. The contest runs nationwide throughout the year and winners are determined by consumer votes.

Nancy McFarlane, president of MedPro Rx, Inc. (http://www.medprorx.com), a provider of specialty pharmacy services to clients with chronic illnesses who need clotting factor, announced that the pharmacy has received Triangle Business Journal’s 2010 Best Places To Work award in the small businesses category. The annual honor, based on a survey performed by the publication and Quantum Market Research, recognizes Triangle companies that exhibit the most outstanding workplaces in the area.

Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC, has announced that the company has implemented new building and design options to better accommodate special needs residents and families within their homes. All of the offered features adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.

Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Public Relations, a Raleigh-based public relations firm, has announced that Kathleen Mongero, social media account executive at the firm, will participate in a panel discussion at the Cisco Connected Women of North Carolina Fall 2010 event. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 8 at the Renaissance Raleigh North Hills Hotel located at 4100 Main St. in Raleigh.

Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. (CB&H) (http://www.cbh.com) has been named one of the Triangle’s Best Places to Work by Triangle Business Journal for the fourth consecutive year. The award recognizes CB&H’s positive work environment, which attracts and retains employees through the firm’s exceptional culture, working conditions and benefits. To be considered for the award, CB&H employees assessed the firm via a confidential online survey.

David Chapman, CEO and founder of full-service marketing and public relations firm 919 Marketing, was recently featured on MSN’s Business on Main website.

Theresa Clark, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (http://www.rrar.com), has announced that the Association’s Community Service Committee is teaming up with local restaurants on Thursday, Oct. 7 in order to raise funds for RRAR’s annual Project Angel Tree, a holiday gift donation initiative for children from underprivileged families. Participating restaurants include Bocci Italian Trattoria and Pizzeria, Moe’s Southwest Grill, and Texas Roadhouse.

Lou Jurkowski, FAIA and CEO at BJAC, pa (http://www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that the firm has been awarded Firm of the Year by the North Carolina Chapter of The American Institute of Architects (AIANC). BJAC is recognized for its consistency in quality architecture with a verifiable level of client satisfaction. BJAC joins the ranks of few architectural firms that have received this highest honor. AIA North Carolina recognizes firms with superior service to organization, the profession and to the built environment.

Makers of the award-winning TempleTouch Thermometer will unveil a brand new kind of thermometer for moms

Monica Smiley, publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women magazine (http://www.enterprisingwomen.com), has named Damali Curry Edwards as a member of the Enterprising Women Advisory Board.

Statewide Association Of Veterinarians To Serve As Lead Sponsor For Animal Grossology Exhibit

Bruce Clarke, president and CEO of CAI, Inc., a human resource management firm that helps organizations maximize employee engagement while minimizing employer liability, has announced the company’s October schedule of training seminars. All will be held at CAI’s Raleigh location at 2900 Highwoods Blvd.

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that The Red Room Tapas Lounge has been recognized by Metro Magazine as part of its annual MetroBravo Awards. The restaurant received a standing ovation for its appetizers. The MetroBravo Awards are voted on each year by readers of Metro Magazine and are based on customer service, popularity and overall experience. Results are announced in the magazine’s July and August issues.

The Chef’s Academy, the Culinary Division of Harrison College, a 107-year-old, nationally accredited institution that offers more than 30 degree programs in five schools of study, has announced that Regional President Jayson M. Boyers will serve on Morrisville’s Economic Development Committee for the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce. The committee serves as a focus group on all economic development issues involving the Chamber.

Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the company is expanding its mortgage division. The bank is adding two new employees to its mortgage department to handle the increase in applications and efficiently serve its clients. In recent months, Crescent State Bank has seen an increase in mortgage applications and refinances due in part to the federal home buyers tax credit.

Lana Calloway, president of Exhibit Resources, a full-service exhibit design agency, attended a Morrisville Town Council Meeting to receive a proclamation on behalf of the Triangle Down Syndrome Network declaring October Down Syndrome Awareness Month, presented by Jackie Holcombe, mayor of Morrisville. The meeting took place on Sept. 28. The proclamation includes support of the 2010 Buddy Walk, hosted by TDSN, which will be held Sunday, Oct. 10 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Brier Creek Community Park.

Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, the leader in endoscopic spine surgery, has announced the company’s October schedule of medical seminars. The complimentary presentation will feature discussions about the anatomy of the spine, today’s conservative treatment options, and the latest innovative techniques for minimally invasive spine surgery that relieve chronic back and neck pain. Participants are encouraged to bring MRI films or CT scans to review one-on-one with a board-certified physician who can offer specific treatment options and advice.

Laura A. Schoppe, president of Fuentek, LLC, has announced that the firm has been named to Cary Magazine’s Western Wake 100 List. The list represents the top 100 businesses in Western Wake county. Local chambers of commerce, including Cary, Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina, Morrisville, Apex and Holly Springs, nominated hundreds of companies for the list, but only 100 were chosen. This is Fuentek’s third year receiving the recognition.

Dana Jennings, CEO of The NC Center for Women in Public Service (NCCWPS), a nonpartisan organization that prepares women to seek and serve in elected and appointed offices statewide, has announced that the organization will a Women on Board workshop for women interested in appointments to boards and commissions at the municipal, county and statewide levels. The workshop will be held on Saturday, Oct. 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Enka campus, located at 1459 Sand Hill Road in Candler.

The third annual Connected Women meeting will be held on Friday, Oct. 8 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Raleigh North Hills Hotel, located at 4100 Main at North Hills Street. This year’s event will focus on networking across generations and combining seasoned and emerging women in the workplace. Attendees will have a chance to meet and network with local women business leaders and executives from across the Triangle. Generational expert and partner of BridgeWorks, LLC (http://www.generations.com) Lynne Lancaster will deliver the keynote address, which will be followed by a networking activity and panel discussion with local leaders.

Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering & Construction (http://www.sepiengineering.com), a firm which provides civil engineering and planning services to private and public sector clients across the southeast, has announced that Andy Kiley, PWS has been named environmental project scientist. In this position, Kiley’s primary responsibility will be performing and managing wetland and stream monitoring and associated reporting. Additional responsibilities include designing wetland and stream restoration sites, wetland delineation, stream delineations as well as natural resources investigation and analysis of natural resource impacts for development projects.

Lamont Farmer, managing partner of haircolorxperts (www.haircolorxpertsraleigh.com), has announced the release of the salon’s latest podcast, “Five Questions to Ask Your Stylist.” In the podcast, Drew Horton, artistic director of the salon’s Arboretum location, discusses the top questions that people should always ask when visiting their hairdresser that will help them determine which haircuts will work best for them, how to keep summer hair healthy and the best products for maintaining a new hairstyle.