Movers and Shakers Feb. 9, 2010
Ziegler receives national recognition
The National Funeral Director's Association has renewed the nationally recognized Certified Preplanning Consultant CPC designation to Craig Ziegler of Yates Funeral Homes.
The CPC certification program is considered the standard of excellence in funeral service for individuals who help families plan funerals in advance.
In order to become a Certified Preplanning Consultant, candidates must meet specific program requirements and pass an examination based on a standards manual. CPCs must demonstrate their ongoing professional commitment by fulfilling specific requirements as they renew their certification every four years.
Ziegler has been a licensed funeral director for more than 30 years, and for the past 12 years has specialized in preplanning for Yates Funeral Homes.
"I am proud to be the only funeral director in the state of Idaho to have achieved this certification," he said. "I feel the rigorous study and examination, as well as the ongoing continuing education required for renewal, benefits both my business and, more importantly, the families I assist."
Rosenberger hired by events center
The North Idaho Fair and Rodeo and Kootenai County Events Center has hired Chelsea Rosenberger as its sponsorship and special events coordinator.
Rosenberger is a Coeur d'Alene High School graduate and received her bachelor's degree in public relations and business administration from Washington State University in 2006.
Prior to joining the North Idaho Fair team, Rosenberger served on the North Idaho Fair and Rodeo Board of Directors and remains active in the community.
She is looking forward to preserving the history and tradition of the annual fair and fairgrounds while also guiding growth.
Body Vive fitness business now open
A new fitness business called Body Vive Fitness owned by Millie and Tim Eylar has opened in Post Falls.
Body Vive is a 55-minute workout that combines weight training, cardio and yoga. It is geared toward the beginner and is open to all adult ages.
Support groups based on others with similar goals and interests are available. Members can keep a journal to earn points for prizes.
Classes are held at Peak Fitness, 927 E. Polston Ave., Post Falls.
Prices for Peak Fitness members are: $20 registration, $25 one month, $60 three months, $90 six months and $120 one year.
Prices for non-Peak members are: $25 registration, $45 one month, $120 three months, $210 six months and $360 one year.
Information: www.bodyvivefitness.com, 819-7095, info@bodyvivefitness.com
Doering honored as Citizen of the Year
Peggy Doering was recently honored by the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce as the 2009 Harry E. Nelson Citizen of the Year. The award was presented at the Chamber of Commerce annual Awards Gala to recognize Doering's exemplary service to the business community. Doering was specifically recognized as the "Valleyfest Innovator." She has been the driving force to create Valleyfest, which started as a neighborhood event for children 20 years ago.
In addition to many other community activities, she is also the coordinator for the annual Silver Valley 4th of July Celebration in Kellogg, Idaho.
Dutch Bros. Coffee ends 2009 strongly
Despite a slow economy, Dutch Bros. Coffee ended 2009 on a high note that included a nearly 6 percent sales increase over last year and a rise in company giving.
Founded by two Southern Oregon dairy farming brothers in 1992, the private coffee company opened 13 new stores in 2009. There are now 153 locations across Oregon, California, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Colorado and Arizona, with plans to open an additional 10 stores in existing markets throughout 2010.
The Coeur d'Alene stores are at 118 W. Hanley Ave., and 1680 Northwest Blvd.
In 2009, Dutch Bros. served more than 25 million drinks using more than a million pounds of coffee beans, a million gallons of milk and 125,000 gallons of syrup.
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