Movers and shakers

Holmes wins Edward Jones Spirit of Partnership Award

Debbie Holmes of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Rathdrum recently won the firm's Spirit of Partnership Award for outstanding performance during 2014.

"Debbie has demonstrated unyielding dedication and enthusiasm for her business of serving individual investors," said Jim Weddle, the firm's managing partner, in a press release. "Debbie has reached a benchmark in her career that deserves recognition, and the Spirit of Partnership Award provides that recognition. I am proud to call her an Edward Jones financial adviser."

Holmes said she is honored to receive the award.

"Edward Jones is a partnership. That structure is not just financial, it's a philosophy," Holmes said. "We work together, help each other and all share in the rewards of working with long-term individual investors. That brings out the best in everyone."

Holmes was one of only 2,036 financial advisers out of the firm's more than 14,000 to receive the award.

JD Installations opens walk-in outlet in Coeur d'Alene

JD Installations, an independent, authorized retailer for Dish Network, DIRECTV, dishNET, HughesNet, and CenturyLink, recently opened a walk-in retail television services outlet at 190 E. Neider Ave., Coeur d'Alene.

Locally owned and operated, JD Installations offers sales, next-day installation and service for residential and commercial satellite TV, Internet, and security systems in Eastern Washington, North Idaho and Western Montana. Longtime Post Falls residents Jason LeRoy and Don Buss opened the store after having contracted as installers with larger regional and national companies for years.

"We are proud members of our community," LeRoy said. "We wanted to provide honest local service with a name and a face to our neighbors. Having this store will help our customers select the right service and the right price, and know we are here to help even after the installations have been completed."

JD Installations will hold its grand opening celebration and sale beginning in August. The store is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Armstrong Insurance announces the addition of Jon Parson

Armstrong Insurance announced that Jon Parson will join the agency. Parson is returning to the insurance field after his unwilling departure from Farm Bureau Mutual of Idaho in January of 2014. After satisfying his 12-month non-compete clause with his former contract, he brings his 17 years of experience, knowledge, and customer service to Armstrong Insurance. Parson is North Idaho College Booster Club president, current Lake City High School Booster Board member, former Coeur d'Alene Shrine Club president, involved with the Clay Art Guild, and involved with other local organizations.

Parson, and owner Matt Armstrong, bring a combined 31 years of experience for the agency. They now provide multiple carriers who specialize in personal and commercial lines of insurance. Parson can be reached at parson83815@hotmail.com or www.mattarmstronginsurance.com for more information.

Mangia Catering announces partnership with Matt Logan

Mangia Catering in Post Falls announced a partnership with Matt Logan, owner of the local food delivery service, Grub Grab. Logan joins Tim and Erica Mitchell as shareholders of Mangia Catering. Logan will take on the day-to-day role as operations manager.

In addition to experience in starting and running a successful business, Logan also brings knowledge in technology, social media, SEO and online marketing to Mangia. Aside from his business accolades, he is also a three-time Ironman finisher.

"We are very happy to have Matt as part of our crew. His passion for quality, organization, logistics and processes will be very helpful to our ever expanding company. With 2016 right around the corner, and the addition of two new exclusives venues, The Jacklin Center and Barn 10, and a new golf outing division, Erica and I felt that it was the right time to add to our management team to ensure continued success," said Tim Mitchell, in a press release. "Matt's investment into Mangia Catering will help us acquire much needed equipment and infrastructure to grow in the right direction while allowing us to continue our mission to offer full service, high quality catering to our clients."

For information about Mangia Catering, 3591 E. Third Ave., Suite 102 Post Falls, visit www.mangiacateringco.com or call 844-462-6442

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