Networking Associates of Bucks is a group of local business owners working together helping each other grow their business. We meet every Tuesday at the Waterwheel Tavern at noon for an hour meeting where we discuss business topics and pass business leads to each other. Every week a different member or will present a business tip that has helped their business - and could help your business as well!
We have a member each week as a speaker to talk about their business, new developments and what they do in their business. We also have guest speakers from the community join us from time to time on various topics.
Our Amazing Members:
Jim Brassard has been in the life and disability insurance industry since 1982. He started as a brokerage representative with a nationally known insurance carrier. Jim was promoted to Senior Brokerage Representative and continued to design, train and underwrite the sales of these products . Jim has authored several industry articles regarding disability and life insurance and is a frequent speaker at industry meetings.
Jim opened his agency in 1994 to better meet the needs of his clients and the changes taking place in the insurance industry. “We felt that we needed to become more independent of the insurance companies, choosing which companies could excel in products, pricing and service for our clients. The days of selling only one company’s products to all our clients are over. We advise our clients on products that meet their needs.”
Jim enjoys working with clients who have a hard time getting insurance due to a change in their medical history. “I take great satisfaction in our ability to secure insurance coverage for these people. It’s a great feeling knowing that you truly helped someone who desperately wants and needs coverage that they have been unable to get.
It was the summer of 1979 when owner, Richele Brisbon, made her first wedding cake. Ever since, she has known that her passion for baking would someday be her business. When Richele graduated from the JNA Institute ofCulinary Arts in Philadelphia in 2006, she started planning her business. Today, Shelby's Sweet Things, although known for her many delicious varieties of pound cake, provides all types of dessert items to both individuals and specialty shops, such as Mewow Cate Café, the Craft Boutique at Moyer Farmhouse, Bergey's Lincoln, and Doylestown Country Club. In 2005, her sour cream apple won 3rd at the Sickles Market in New Jersey, and again as "Fan Favorite" at the 2014 Taste of the World competition at Pearl S. Buck International.
Shelby's Sweet Things provides custom wedding cakes and specialty cakes for any occasion, and also specializes in custom baking for individual requests including: vegan, gluten-free, diabetic or allergies to specific foods.
Kircher Electric is a family-owned electrical contracting business operating in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Our services include renovations, repairs, and servicing. We take pride in our work and can offer exceptional services along with competitive pricing. Our technicians possess the skills and experience to get the tough residential and commercial jobs done in the service areas of Bucks and Montgomery Counties.
Al’s been an accountant for over 45 years and DePalantino & Company provides quality, personalized financial guidance to local individuals and businesses. Our expertise ranges from tax preparation of individual, partnership, and corporate taxes as well as trusts and estate taxes. We provide management and accounting services and more in-depth services such as audits, financial statements, and financial planning.
DePalantino & Company is one of the leading firms in and throughout the area. By combining our expertise, experience and the team mentality of our CPAs, Accountants, and staff, we assure that every client receives the close analysis and attention they deserve. Our dedication to high standards and work ethics is the reason our client base returns year after year.
All In One Property Services, LLC
267.895.5226
Introducing All in One Property Services, your trusted partner based in the heart of Bucks County for comprehensive property care. We specialize in preparing homes for the market with a range of pre-listing and pre-settlement services, along with top-notch general home maintenance.
Our extensive services encompass:
- Thorough Home Clean-outs
- Efficient Junk Removal
- Seamless Furniture Moves
- Expert General Contracting
- Smooth Estate Sales
- Precise Demolition
- Transformative Landscaping
Experience hassle-free property services by contacting us at 267-895-5226 for a complimentary estimate today! Elevate your property’s potential with All in One.
Hair Dresser Extraordinaire!
267.885.4949
Being in the hairdressing business for 50 years and owning LAD and Company in the center of Doylestown for 40 years, my background has extensive technical training in the field of cosmetology. I have had 25 years of training under Martin Parsons who specializes in long hair and has allowed me to specialize as well.
My leisure hours are spent at Town and Country Players, designing wigs and makeup as well as special effects and wardrobing. I hold the board position of VP of Hospitality and I work to coordinate many aspects of theater maintenance as part of the Buildings and Grounds Committee.
I have worked tirelessly for years on the Destination Doylestown community service projects as well. I participate yearly as Lady Liberty in the Memorial Day parade and festivities along with Uncle Sam. I also worked on Christmas in Doylestown for many years.
With great pleasure, I sit on the fundraising board at the Mercer Museum and participate in many community functions there.
Recently, I have joined the Pride Community of Doylestown. I have worked on several events with that wonderful group.
Robin Fetterolf-Dunckley is president of Steely & Smith, a full-service, independent insurance agency serving Doylestown, Central Bucks County, Southeastern Pennsylvania and Central New Jersey. Robin is the second generation of Fetterolfs owning and operating Steely & Smith for more than 40 years.
With more than 40 years of continued leadership by the Fetterolf family, Steely and Smith is fully committed to the greater Doylestown and Central Bucks area. Jack Fetterolf is a member of the Midway Volunteer Fire Company, and Robin is also a member of Midway Fire Company Auxilliary and is active in the Order of the Eastern Star. She is also active with the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce, where she serves on the Burpee Emergency Service Awards to recognize local emergency services personnel.
Trish Grove has 7 years of experience in the merchant services industry. Her strength is in consulting with small businesses to identify payment needs.
Trish has an extensive background in banking, having been a branch manager and more recently working as a merchant rep in a banking relationship. Community involvement is very important to Trish, she is a board member of the Bucks County Heroes Scholarship Fund and is involved in several networking groups. She calls Warrington, PA her home and when not working, she is cheering on her four children in their sports and activities.
Glass Masters specializes in residential and commercial window cleaning and pressure washing, enhancing the shine of homes and businesses alike. We understand curb appeal and property presentation, making us the perfect solution for real estate agents, listings, and new builds.
Personal Touch Concierge Service®, located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, opened its doors in 2007 in response to the increasing demand for Virtual Assistants. With over 20 years of administrative and legal experience, assisting law firms, solopreneurs, small and medium-sized businesses with their virtual staffing needs is second nature.
PTCS then quickly grew into a multi-VA company with over 20 professionals providing one-stop virtual assistance for your business with our five divisions:
- Administrative Services
- Social Media – strategy, marketing and management
- Website Design and Maintenance
- SEO Services (Search Engine Optimization)
- Bookkeeping Services
Nickey is an active member of the Women in Business Committee of the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce and is an avid gardener, environmentalist and animal lover.
Dr. Lachman uses a naturopathic method for healing. A Naturopathic doctor in Bucks County, Dr. Lachman is devoted to restoring your health naturally. Her medical training occurred at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Phoenix, AZ.
267-371-9215
Meghan Tomlinson has been a serving clients for over 20 years. During that time, she has served over 5,000 clients, landing her for more than a decade in the President’s Club. Meghan’s favorite part of her career is making sure that the thousands of clients she serves have a smooth, stress free settlement because of her communication skills upfront as well as throughout the process. Relationships matter and her biggest thrill is clients repeating the process with her over the years.
Specialties include:
• Construction to Permanent Lending
• Construction Renovation Loans
• Long Term Rate Lock Mortgages
• Self-employed Clients
• Purchases
• Refinances
Hannabery HVAC was originally established in 1972 as Hannabery Electric and incorporated in 1976 as Hannabery Electric, Inc. At that time we were an electrical contractor, specializing in residential wiring. In the early 1980's we began installing central air conditioning systems, and by the mid 1980's became quite involved in the "re-introduction" of the electric heat pump.
As time passed, our business focus shifted from electrical contracting to central heating and air conditioning and we adopted our present name, Hannabery HVAC. Today, we devote all of our effort to HVAC sales and service and enjoy an excellent reputation for quality work and business integrity.
Today, we are Eastern Pennsylvania's premier heating and air conditioning contractor with several locations and over 100 employees to serve you better. Our EPA certified, factory trained technicians are neat, courteous, and service all makes and models of equipment. We also offer 24-hour emergency service for our Silver, Sterling, and Diamond Plan customers.
Chris’s real estate career spans over two decades beginning straight out of college in a property management firm in Philadelphia. Her designation as a R.A.M. (registered apartment manager) has been a useful tool to her real estate investment clients. In addition, Chris’s relationships with local and national builders have made her one of the foremost agents in Bucks County in new construction sales.
“Confidence in this business comes from knowing this business. There is a big difference between a real estate licensee and a real estate broker. Consumers should be aware of a Realtor’s educational background and credentials. My clients depend on me to coach them through some of the biggest financial decisions of their lives.”
A Community Banker at Firstrust Bank, with 19 Plus years as a financial professional, specializing in all areas of banking, including, small business and consumer lending. I pride myself with developing excellent relationships with my clients to understand their current needs and to provide them with the banking tools and sound financial advice to help them to grow financially, personally and professionally. My experience and passion is to help and provide assistance and guidance to every facet of their banking and borrowing needs. I serve the community in which I reside, and I am a participating member of many local non-profit organizations. I am honored to work for a Philadelphia Family owned financial institution and established business leader where we have been servicing our customers for the past 85 years.
Firstrust has earned recognition as a Superior 5 Star-rated bank by BauerFinancial* for many years.
30 Years of Experience You Can Count On:
M&S Roofing and Contracting, Inc is proud to provide quality roof installations and repairs in the Bucks and East Montgomery County areas. You can trust that your roof is in good hands when our highly trained staff takes on your project. Whether your roof simply needs to be repaired, or you need an entirely new roof, we will install every shingle to exacting standards to ensure that you receive the full benefit and longevity that was intended.