By Jennifer Farnsworth
Howard Vics, director of Northeast Thermography Medical Imaging Center in Clifton Park, in addition to celebrating five years in business his year, announced a new mobile option for the company.
The new option, Vics said, allows providers and patients to receive valuable services without having to worry about travel.
Northeast Thermography Medical Imaging Center health practitioners use a screening device that looks for physiological warning signs—made possible by thermography, or infrared imaging—that detecting changes in the body that may signal disease. It is less intrusive than X-rays in that there no touching or compression of the body.
Agents Recommend Business People Meet With Them Regularly To Review Policies
By Christine Graf
Because the insurance industry is constantly changing, insurance agents suggest that business owners meet with their agents on an annual basis in order to review their policies.
Jennifer Longtin, owner and president of Lighthouse Insurance Agency in Ballston Lake, said this is the only way for agents to ensure that their clients have the coverage they need. She has operated her business for 17 years and has been in the insurance business for more than 30.
“It’s not always about just adding more expense. It’s really about providing the right protection for whatever their needs are,” said Longtin. “Insurance should always change as the times change and as the business changes. And honestly, I don’t know any business that stays in business for years and years and doesn’t change.”
Business Report: Business Doesn’t Have To Die With You
Brian M. Johnson, MBA, CLTC
Are you a business owner or manager in a business? Yes? Then ask yourself: If you, a key manager or top sales person retired, became disabled or died yesterday, who would own or manage your business today? Would you want your business interest sold, liquated or retained by a family member or other key employee?
Do you have a partner in your business? Could the business continue without him/her? Would you want to be in business with your now deceased partner’s spouse?
These are critical issues to address sooner than later. Unlike corporations with hundreds or thousands of employees, with layers of management, small business owners and key employees often play a paramount role in the day-to-day success of that business. As a business owner, you probably know what it’s like to be responsible for budgeting and hiring, while also running out to shovel the sidewalk in front of your office or store. In many cases, YOU are that business.
Lets look at three objectives, with corresponding questions, you might consider in developing a continuation plan.
Objective: Retain the business interest for family.
Coldbrook Resort Campground Sold; Will Continue To Serve RV Owners And Families
By Christine Graf
Coldbrook Resort Campground, an RV park located off Northway Exit 16 in Gansevoort, was purchased for $1.85 million by real estate holding company Coldbrook at Saratoga LLC.
The campground has 280 sites and is open from May 1 until Oct. 16. According to campground general manager Glen Slaymaker, approximately half of the sites are rented for the entire six-month season.
Adirondack Health Institute’s ‘ADK Wellness Connections’ Program Is Working As Hoped
Adirondack Health Institute (AHI), in collaboration with numerous community, social service, public sector, and health care provider organizations, launched ADK Wellness Connections last fall to address unmet social and health-related needs for people in the region. Officials say early results are positive.
“ADK Wellness Connections is working as planned to make it easier for community members to access what they need to keep themselves and their families healthy,” said Jessica Chanese, AHI community engagement manager.
Tatu, A Yucatecan Mexican Restaurant, To Occupy Second Floor Space On Maple Avenue
Tatu, A Yucatecan Mexican Restaurant, To Occupy Second Floor Space On Maple Avenue
By Christine Graf
Tatu (pronounced tattoo), a Yucatecan Mexican restaurant, will be opening soon at 17 Maple Ave. in Saratoga Springs.
Owners Kareem NeJame and Jennyfur Spaulding have leased the second-floor space from Sinclair Saratoga owner Hilary Morrison. Morrison has operated Sinclair Saratoga, a craft beer pub and game room, on the first floor of the building since 2017.
The building has housed a few businesses, but is well known as the former Metro nightclub.
Karen Totino Closes ‘Green Conscience’ In Saratoga To Work In Real Estate Full Time
By Jill Nagy
Karen Totino closed the doors of Green Conscience, her shop on Church Street in Saratoga Springs at the end of March to devote herself full-time to a growing real estate business.
Green Conscience was a mattress, furniture, and home products store dedicated to providing quality and education to people who seek a healthy, safe, and sustainable lifestyle.
She is a licensed real estate agent who will work out of her home and at the new Alexander Monticello Real Estate office in downtown Saratoga Springs at 511 Broadway, specializing in serving clients over the age of 50.
Totino owned and operated Green Conscience for 10 years. As she developed her real estate business, she thought she could do both but, she said, “I have discovered that I am not Superwoman. Ten years in retail is enough.”
So, she sold the last of her stock and the store furnishings.
Plug Power Makes List Of Most Innovative Companies For Its Hydrogen Fuel Cell Work
Plug Power Inc., a provider of energy solutionswith an office in Clifton Park, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2019.
The 2019 Most Innovative Companies (MIC) list honors 50 businesses making the most profound impact on both industry and culture, showcasing a variety of ways to thrive in today’s volatile world. Half of the companies on this year’s MIC 50 list are appearing for the first time.
Officials Hope Saratoga Raceway’s 78th Season Builds On Last Season’s Successes
Saratoga Raceway’s 78th season of live harness racing began in February.
The Saratoga Casino Hotel is looking to build on the success of last year’s racing season, where all-source handle exceeded $46 million and the Saratoga Harness simulcast signal was broadcast to over 400 outlets worldwide, Raceway officials said.
“We’re very excited to welcome fans back for the 78th year of harness racing,” said John Matarazzo, director of racing operations at Saratoga Casino Hotel where the track is located. “We look forward to continuing our tradition of exciting and quality racing here at the historic Spa Oval.”
Saratoga Race Course Summer Meet Has 76 Stakes Races Scheduled Over 40 Racing Days
New York Racing Association officials announced in February the stakes race schedule for the 2019 meet at Saratoga Race Course, highlighted by the 150th running of the Grade 1, $1.25 million Runhappy Travers and the Grade 1, $1 million Whitney
There will be 76 stakes across the 40 racing days. The season begins July 11. The meet, which features $20.9 million in total stakes purses, will run through Labor Day, Sept. 2.
After opening weekend, racing will be conducted five days a week, except Labor Day.
On Saturday, Aug. 3, the prestigious Whitney, a Breeders’ Cup “win-and-you’re-in” qualifier for the Classic, will pair with the Grade 1, $500,000 Longines Test for 3-year-old fillies.