Amanda F. Kiesewetter
Certification Earned
BERLIN — Amanda F. Kiesewetter, a certified public accountant at Bergey & Company, P.A. in Berlin, has been authorized by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards (CFP Board) to use the Certified Financial Planner™ and CFP® certification marks in accordance with CFP Board certification and renewal requirements.
Kiesewetter has worked at Bergey & Company, P.A. since 2001 and is responsible for income tax planning and preparation for individuals, small businesses, trusts and estates as well as estate planning and administration.
The CFP® marks identify those individuals who have met the rigorous experience and ethical requirements of the CFP Board, have successfully completed financial planning coursework and have passed the CFP® Certification Examination. CFP® professionals also agree to meet ongoing continuing education requirements and to uphold CFP Board’s Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Rules of Conduct and Financial Planning Practice Standards.
Therapist Completes Training
BERLIN — Christina Kappes, co-owner of Back in Action Physical Therapy of Ocean Pines, has recently been certified in the treatment of Lymphedema, a condition in which fluid collects in the arms and/or legs. Symptoms may include the feeling that your clothes or jewelry is too tight or you may feel like you have less flexibility in your hands, wrists or ankles. Lymphedema typically occurs following the removal of lymph nodes which sometimes occurs during cancer treatment.
A Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) is a post-graduate certification that trains therapists in manual techniques to remove or re-route excessive fluid, resulting in a reduction of the size and weight of the limb. This reduction in limb size leads to improved comfort, increased freedom of movement, and a better quality of life.
Back in Action Physical Therapy of Ocean Pines is co-owned and operated by Christina Kappes and Sandra Kappes. The office is an out-patient orthopedic clinic that specializes in manual therapy, the treatment of lymphedema, Parkinson’s Disease, pre/post rehabilitation of joint replacements, sports injuries, and neurological conditions (stroke rehabilitation).
New Showroom Planned
BERLIN — Locally owned and operated Bayside Jet Drive is opening a new indoor watercraft showroom on Worcester Highway in Berlin.
A quick drive from Ocean City, the new location offers customers a wide selection of Yamaha and Kawasaki products and is Delmarva’s exclusive dealer for Yamaha Jet Boats.
With the help of his family, Eric Fiori established Bayside Jet Drive in 2001 when he was just 24 and has continued to grow thanks to loyal customers, hard work and a fun-first attitude.
“As a business and dealership, we understand how precious family time is and we strive to make your leisure time effortless,” said Fiori.
The new facility is uniquely equipped to provide comprehensive customer service.
“It is 16,000 square feet of boats, Kawasaki jet skis, Yamaha wave runners, tubes, accessories, parts and service. We are fully stocked for all types of jet driven watercraft and service needs,” said Fiori.
Erik Windrow
Course Completed
BERLIN — Choice Center Leadership University in Las Vegas, Nev. congratulates R. Erik Windrow, Realtor with Prudential PenFed Realty, for completing the Discovery & Breakthrough modules of personal development and leadership training.
“This continuing strive to excel is a trait that has elevated Erik to the top of his profession,” Jay Wise, Sales Manager at Prudential PenFed, said.
Greer Groves
New Employees Announced
OCEAN CITY — MAD Engineering, Inc. has announced the addition of two new employees.
Greer Groves, a resident of Ocean Pines, has joined the firm as an Architectural Project Coordinator. She brings more than six years of experience designing both private and multifamily residential and commercial projects. Groves earned her Bachelor of Architecture degree from Philadelphia University. Prior to MAD Engineering, Groves was a designer with Fisher Architecture in Salisbury and with Phillips and Associated Architects in Ambler, Pa. She has worked on numerous projects including the State Comptroller’s Office located at Seagull Square and fit outs of Saladworks and Tutti Frutti, The Mid-Ocean Club Beach Pavilion in Bermuda, The Quakertown Medical Office Building in Quakertown, Pa and The Lutheran Care Assisted Living Center in Moorestown, N.J.
Michael Wood
Michael J. Wood, Jr., an engineer and a resident of Ocean City, has joined MAD Engineering, Inc. A recent graduate, he has recently passed his FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) boards and is now has the engineering designation of E.I.T. He graduated from Widener University in Pennsylvania and did an internship with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
MAD Engineering, Inc. is a full-service consulting, engineering and architectural firm in business since 1980 serving Delmarva and most coastal states.
Anniversary Marked
SALISBURY — Rick McDaniel, regional owner of EXIT Mid-Atlantic, has announced that EXIT Shore Realty is celebrating its fifth anniversary serving the Salisbury community.
“EXIT’s in-depth training systems, cutting-edge technology and outstanding support are the backbone behind our ability to provide excellent service to the Salisbury community,” said Harry Roop, broker/owner. “Salisbury is our home. We believe in the real estate market and the value of homeownership here. We’re committed to providing the very best service to our neighbors with all of their real estate needs.”
EXIT Realty is a proven real estate business model that supplies single-level residual income — for agents, security, stability and direction; for agents’ families, security in the form of beneficiary and retirement residuals. EXIT’s Mind-Set Training Systems offer the industry’s best hands-on, interactive sales training. State-of-the-art technology, including the Digital Marketing Strategy, gives EXIT Realty agents the edge in a competitive marketplace. A portion of every transaction fee collected by EXIT International is applied to its charitable fund. To-date, over $2 million has been pledged to Habitat for Humanity.
Business Expo Planned
OCEAN PINES — The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce will hold the 4th Annual Chamber Business Expo on Thursday, March 13, from 4-7 p.m. on Route 50 at the former Harley-Davidson building across from Stephen Decatur High School.
All Worcester County business people (employers and employees) are invited to attend and display their services or goods. Last year over 40 exhibitors displayed their services and products with creative and interactive exhibits in a wide range of interest such as business products, home improvements, social media, healthcare, education, financial, insurance, travel, beauty, massage, promotional products and much more. There will be lots of great door prizes donated from local businesses and a 50/50 raffle.
This is a great networking opportunity for members of all area chambers and for business men and women to mingle with fellow business owners, learn about new businesses in town and talk to hundreds of potential customers. This event is open to the public. All area business people, local chamber members and professionals are encouraged to attend.
Refreshments and light fare sponsored by Wawa and complimentary beer, wine and soda.
For more information and to register, contact the Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce at 410-641-5306 or visit: www.OceanPinesChamber.org.
Urology Office Open House
BERLIN – Atlantic General Hospital and Health System will be holding an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony Feb. 19 to celebrate the completion of the new offices of Atlantic Urology inside the James G. Barrett Medical Office Building.
Urologist James P. Cherry, MD, who has been a member of the Atlantic General Hospital and Health System medical staff since last July, will move to the space inside the James G. Barrett Medical Office Building. The new center will allow for patient consultations as well as minimally-invasive surgical procedures.
Prior to his move to the Shore, Cherry served as the director of urology at DuBois Regional Medical Center in Pennsylvania. The board certified urologist provides surgical and non-surgical treatment for kidney stones, bladder and prostate cancers, enlarged prostate, urinary tract infections, erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence and other urologic conditions.
The community is invited to attend the open house to take tours and meet Cherry. Food and beverages will be provided. The event will take place beginning at 4:30 p.m. with formal ribbon cutting at 5 p.m.