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Presenting the Asheville Jewish Business Forum (AJBF)

AJBF Officers 
Josh Abrams – President
Dave Bluth – Treasurer
Erin Doyle - Recording Secretary
Nadine Fidelman – Membership Chair
Judi Goloff - Community Relations


AJBF Events Facilitator
Natalie Kramer
nataliekramer18@gmail.com

AJBF Officers


Joshua Abrams                                 Phone: 828-665-9665
more SPACE place                             jabrams@morespaceplaceasheville.com 
1025 Brevard Road Suite 7                  http://asheville.morespaceplace.com/
Asheville, NC  28806

More Space Place helps homeowners maximize interior space and reduce clutter with a full collection of Murphy beds, custom closets, home offices, entertainment centers and organization systems for utility rooms, pantries and garages.


David Bluth, Investec Realty, AJBF Asheville Board Member
Dave Bluth                                              Phone: 828-273-3349
Investec Realty & Business Solutions      investecrealty@yahoo.com
14 North Kensington Road                        www.investecrealty.com
Asheville, NC  28804

Dave owns and operates Investec Realty, specializing in residential real estate purchases and sales, investment properties, commercial leasing and property management. He also has a business consulting practice.

Erin Doyle                            
Data Solutions Plus, Inc.        (828) 776-9636      
P.O. Box 16024                     erindoyle@datasolutionsplus.com
Asheville, NC  28816              www.datasolutionsplus.com

After working in computer programming and consultation for many years, Erin opened Data Solutions Plus, a database design and consultation firm, in 2000.  Located in Asheville, NC, Data Solutions Plus designs database systems that help businesses streamline their processes, gain control over their information, solve problems and increase profits.

Nadine Fidelman, Owner/Designer       Phone: 828-654-0993
Wire Designs Jewelry by Nadine           nfidelman@charter.net           
Retail Location in Kress Emporium         www.jewerlybynadine.com
Asheville, NC                                       www.jewerlybynadine.etsy.com

Nadine is a handmade jewelry artist working in sterling silver and gold-filled wire as well as fine silver, bronze and copper.  She works with a large variety of semi-precious gemstones, fossils, pearls and glass.  Her things can be found at Kress Emporium in downtown Asheville and at other locations listed on her website.  She loves doing custom work for weddings, special occasions or for no occasion at all.  One hour consultations are free!


Judi Goloff                                  Office: 828-251-0092
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of NC       Cell:    828-582-2260
770-C Patton Avenue                      judigoloff@ncinsuranceplansonline.com 
Asheville, NC  28806                     

Judi is one of the top Authorized agents for BCBSNC, and her agency has been rated #1 in WNC for over 17 years.  Judi sells the Popular Blue Advantage PPO and HSA plans as well as Medicare supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans plans, including Medicare Part D Blue Medicare RX, and individual Blue dental plans.


 
AJBF Members
Darren Blum                                              Phone: 828-989-5345
The Camp                                                  darren@TheCampNC.com
120 Battery Park Avenue, Ste. 515                www.TheCampNC.com            
Asheville, NC  28801

Darren Bum owns and operates The Camp, a private vacation rental, located on 150 acres, just outside of Asheville.  The Camp can sleep up to 55 people in 4 exclusive homes.  There is a heated pool with diving board, heated waterslide, indoor
and outdoor basketball, tennis court, arcade, etc.


Julie S. Crawshaw                Phone:   398-4608
Writing Right                      
jscrawshaw@writingright.biz
Owner                                 www.writingright.biz

Julie is a journalist.


Alvin S. Cuttler                  Phone: 828-505-1731
Retired                              alvincuttler@gmail.com

50 Tiverton Lane            
Asheville, NC 28803

Building infrastructure design, operations and maintenance.


Robert J. Deutsch, Attorney              Phone: 828-251-0600
Robert J. Deutsch, P.A.                     Fax: 828-251-5508           
75 N. Market Street              bob@bobdeutschlaw.com
Asheville, NC  28801                           www.bobdeutschlaw.com

Robert J. Deutsch, PA has provided legal services in
Western North Carolina for more than thirty-eight years in the areas of real estate, civil litigation, personal injury, and business transactions
.

Lorre Diamond                   Office: 828-290-5715
Miessence Skin Care/
Singing Telegrams       
      
lcdiamond1818@yahoo.com


Sharon Fahrer                           Phone 828-777-1014
Asheville Historic Tours             
historyathand@charter.net 
333 Montford Avenue                  www.history-at-hand.com    
Asheville, NC 28801

Sharon Fahrer has been conducting interactive tours Asheville for over five years. She offers three tours: Downtown Asheville History and Architecture, Historic Montford and Riverside Cemetery. Group tours are also available.


Ed Fidelman, CPA, AJBF Member
Edward M. Fidelman, CPA, ABV              Phone: 828-654-9000
Edward M. Fidelman, CPA, P.A.             Fax: 828-681-8324           
21 Glen Cove Road                 edfidelman@pobox.com
Arden, NC  28704

Ed Fidelman's practice is focused on forensic, business valuation and litigation support services.  He has testified as an expert witness at trials and depositions regarding business valuation, economic damages and other financial matters, in commercial, family law and criminal cases.

Marty Gillen, Film & TV Producer, AJBF Member
Marty Gillen                                   Mobile: 828-335-7868
Film and Television Producer        Fax:  828-251-1293            
151 Robinhood Road            marty@gillen.com     
Asheville, NC  28804                      

Marty is a film and television commercial producer who works for companies shooting on location in North Carolina. He also produces and directs documentaries and short films for Jewish organizations and other organizations and companies in Asheville.

Jeremy Goldstein                        Phone: 828-281-4024
G/M Property Group, LLC            jgold@gmproperty.com                 
28 North Ann Street, Suite 200      www.gmproperty.com
Asheville, NC  28801

Jeremy is co-owner of G/M Property group, a highly specialized commercial real estate firm based in Asheville, North Carolina, that provides comprehensive brokerage services to local, regional and national clients.

Daniel Harris                                            Phone: (828) 490-1515
Peak One Technology                                 daniel@peakonetechnology.com



Pam J. Hecht                           Phone: 828-231-6540
Writing & Editing Services/
Writing Instruction
                  pamjh8@gmail.com

Alan Kellam, Real Estate Broker, AJBF Member
Alan D. Kellam                        Phone: (828) 505-7019/ (828) 505-0706
Century 21 All Seasons           akellam@kellamstrategies.com
4 N. Kensington Rd.                 www.akellam.c21allseasons.com
Asheville, NC  28804                Blog:
www.realtown.com/akellam/blog

Alan is a real estate broker who works with buyers and sellers, bringing in a marketing and advertising background.  Alan dedicates himself to each of his clients and recommends that they start working together early in the process.  Alan sticks with his clients all the way to the successful conclusion.

Renee Kirzner, LMBT                 Phone: 828-707-0870
Massage & Manual Therapist     www.reneemassagesasheville.com
(NC #9501)

Massage & Manual Therapist

Renee was initiated into the realms of bodywork in 1999.  Drawing on more than a decade of experience, intensive study and practice, Renee will reweave the tattered tapestry of your holistic self, addressing the deep, structural issues of the muscles and tissues and restoring balance to your energetic body simultaneously.


Diana Kroll-Schmidt, ASID      Phone: 828-626-0759
Interior Design                         www.habitatdesigninc.com
(561)310-8839

Please view Diana's portfolio at www.habitatdesigninc.com

Eric Levy, AJBF Member
Eric Levy, CPA                        Phone: (828) 505-2800
35 Sleepy Hollow Drive              Fax:     (828) 505-3475
Asheville, NC  28805                
eric@elevy-cpa.com

Eric is a sole practitioner CPA specializing in tax.  He has a wide range of clients including individuals and businesses throughout Western North Carolina and South Florida."


George Lindenfeld, Ph.D., AJBF Member
George Lindenfeld, Ph.D               Office: 828-335-1300
Medical Psychology Center            Fax:  828-505-2533
247 Charlotte Street, Suite 211       glindy123@aol.com  
Asheville, NC  28801                    

Dr. Lindenfeld served as a Resident in Medical Psychology at the University of Oregon Medical School and specializes in medically related issues such as memory difficulties, migraine, primary insomnia, emotional trauma, etc.  In addition to traditional therapy procedures, he utilizes biofeedback/neurofeedback interventions. 


Jeremiah Mattysse                                              Phone: 828-424-1448
Western North Carolina Referral Network           E-mail:  mattyssej@gmail.com
1280 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC  28803                     

Jeremiah is a licensed real estate broker and associate of the Western North Carolina Referral Network. He can facilitate the process of buying or selling a home in a proficient manner. Whether relocating because of employment, retirement, or simply love this area, call or email him to initiate the process.
Bill Merwitzer                                        Phone: 828-239-2972
PostNet of South Asheville                     billmerwitzer@aol.com
1831 Hendersonville Road, #110              www.PostNet.com/nc141
Asheville, NC  28803

Bill is the owner/manager of PostNet of South Asheville.  PostNet of South Asheville is your five star neighborhood business center providing business consulting, expert graphic design, printing, notary services, banners, signs, posters, professional packaging/shipping and much more!


Roger A. Miller, Ph.D., LCSW, BCD            Phone: 828-658-3515
Human Relations Associates, Inc.             rogermillerphd@gmail.com
15 Audobon Drive                                     www.humanrelationsassociates.com
Asheville, NC 28804

Roger Miller, Ph.D. is a psychotherapist who believes that every person has the ability to meet his or her full potential.  Providing a safe and comfortable environment in which to accomplish this, Dr. Miller works with people presenting a variety of issues, including relationships, divorce, depression, anxiety, health concerns, life transitions and GLBTQ individuals, couples and family members. 

Judith Mishkin Miller, AJBF Member
Judith Mishkin Miller, LCSW, BCD           Phone: 828-658-3409
Human Relations Associates, Inc.           jmishkinmiller@gmail.com
15 Audobon Drive                                    www.humanrelationsassociates.com
Asheville, NC  28804

Judith Mishkin Miller, LCSW is an experienced psychotherapist providing individual, couples, and group therapies to those interested in attaining a more fulfilling and purposeful life. She believes in the capacity for human growth and guides, supports and reinforces her clients towards reaching their goals.

Ron Miller, AJBF Member, All In One Financial Services
Ron J. Miller                                          Phone: 888-489-2590
All In One Financial Services                  rjmfinancial@yahoo.com
1095 Hendersonville Road Suite D             www.allin1financialservices.com
Biltmore Forest, NC  28803

Ron is an independent Retirement Counselor and Tax Preparer specializing in the needs of those already retired and those who will be retiring within the next ten years.  Since 1975, Ron has been helping people achieve greater financial security and peace of mind.

Renee Molko                              Phone: 828-299-4909
Renee Molko Studios               reneemolko@yahoo.com 
289 Independence Blvd             www.reneemolko.com    
Asheville, NC  28805                 

Renee is an artist and invites you to visit her website to view her portfolio.


Eric Naimark                             Phone: 828-242-8410  Fax:  828-299-9255
Payment Services Inc.               enaimark@gopaymentservices.com 
19 Mark Twain Rd.                     merchant.service@hotmail.com 
Asheville, NC  28805                  www.gopaymentservices.com

Eric provides electronic payments processing services, including e-commerce, e-checks, gift cards, payroll, wireless/mobile and credit/debit cards.
 


Janet Oppenheimer, Marketing & Public Relations, AJBF Member
Janet Oppenheimer, APR, Fellow PRSA,MBA                Phone:     561-212-9052
Development & Marketing Director,                               Cell   :      828-274-2267
Western Carolina Medical Society

304 Summit Street, Asheville NC 28803                       janet@bcmsonline.com
  28787                                                                       joprstrategy@charter.net

Patrick Overby                                 Phone: 828-891-7518
Action Coach                                     Cell:    813-928-2553 
6 LaVista Drive                                  patoverby@actioncoach.com
Mills River, NC  28559                       www.actioncoach.com/patoverby

When you are ready to embark upon a journey to massively improve your business, your income and your lifestyle- achieving the ambitions and dreams you went into business for in the first place- it is time to get into ACTION. Call me now to arrange a free initial coaching session and together we will explore the possibilities for you and your business.


 
Ronald Parks, AJBF Member
Ronald R. Parks, MD                              Phone: 828-225-1812
Integrative Psychiatry & Medicine        drparks05@macrohealthmedicine.com
726 Fairview Rd                                     www.macrohealthmedicine.com
Asheville, NC  28804

Dr. Parks is specialty trained in Psychiatry, Internal, Family & Preventive Medicine, with a background in nutrition, and other natural healing arts. He acts as a bridge between the best of conventional Western medicine and the innovative approaches of Integrative Medicine and Psychiatry.

Nelle Fastman Pingree                                Phone: 828-458-7148
Oy Clay Pottery                                          nelle@oyclaypottery.com
Owner/Artist                                             www.oyclaypottery.com
                                                                
Nelle Is a ceramic artist specializing in Judaica - both ritual and functional pieces - for the newly married couple.  Working at the wheel, hand building and sculpting in stoneware and porcelain, combining traditional themes with graceful form, and beautiful surface design, Nelle creates Judaica for Holy Days, holidays & everyday. 

 


Ilene Procida, LPC, NCC                     Telephone (828) 285-8828
Partner Boca Restaurant                     Cell: 828-299-9797
68 N. Lexington Avenue                       Ileneprocida@yahoo.com
Asheville, NC 28801                             www.bocaasheville.com          

Ilene is a state and nationally licensed professional counselor, working with children who have been abused or neglected. With husband Tino, and partners Anoop Krishnan and Cathy Cambron, Ilene is co-owner of Boca, the hottest new restaurant to hit the downtown culinary scene. Enjoy fresh, local, seasonal dishes on our spacious courtyard or inside our intimate dining room.


Charles Rosenblum                                    Phone: 201-230-1664
Rosenblum Associates Inc.                         http://www.rosenblumassociates.com
35 Beadle Lane, Asheville NC 28803         charlesrosenblum@msn.com

Senior management leadership development including individual coaching

Stan Schnitzer                             Phone: 404-851-1804
Schnitzer Associates                    Mobile: 404-323-6451
38 Ridgemere Trace                      stan@theschnitz.com
Sandy Springs, GA 30328               www.theschnitz.com

Stan owns and operates Schnitzer Associates, a PR & Adv. agency specializing in the high-tech, industrial and B2B markets. Services include news releases, feature placement and writing for websites, newsletters, direct marketing and advertising.


Sandy Sharp                                       Phone: 828-277-1188  - Fax (888) 277-1189
Banner Therapy Products                   Fax (888) 277-1189
891 Broadway                                     http://www.bannertherapy.com
Asheville, NC 28804                             sandy@bannertherapy.com

Wholesalers & Retailers of Therapy Products & Equipment for the professional and for home use. Spa and Massage Products and Products for alternative medicine.


Daniel Shaw                         Phone: 828-684-3192
High Touch High Tech         
dshaw@sciencemadefun.net
15 Waldon Drive                  www.sciencemadefun.net
Arden, NC  28704

Dan is President and CEO of High Touch High Tech, providing children with hands-on science experiences.  Founded in 1992, High Touch High Tech has 23 locations in the United States, and 5 International Locations.  The national programming office was moved to Asheville, NC in 2006.

Russel Sher, D.C.                                       Phone: 828-253-1727
Asheville Center of Health Excellence        
drrusselsher@gmail.com
188 Charlotte Street                                   www.ashevillehealthcoach.com
Asheville, NC  28801

Russel offers high quality chiropractic and wellness care. In addition to the typical musculoskeletal space conditions, Dr. Sher works with a variety of health issues such as hormonal imbalances, fatigue, thyroid disorders, autoimmune conditions and digestive disturbances using therapies that are natural, safe and effective.

Travis Smuckler, Attorney, AJBF Member
Travis L. Smuckler                            Phone: 828-771-2505
The Van Winkle Law Firm                 
tsmuckler@vwlawfirm.com
11 North Market St.                            www.vwlawfirm.com
Asheville, NC  28801

Travis is an associate with the Van Winkle Law Firm's Business Practice Group, serving clients ranging from large institutions and publicly-held corporations to small businesses and individuals.  With offices in Asheville and Hendersonville, Van Winkle is the largest law firm west of Charlotte.


Stephanie Weil, CPA, AJBF Member
Stephanie Weil                           Phone: 828-545-2021
Stephanie A. Weil, CPA, PLLC     stephanie.weil@hotmail.com
28 Crabapple Lane            www.StephanieWeil.com
Asheville, NC  28804

Stephanie owns and operates a full-service accounting firm serving the personal and business needs of the community of Asheville and throughout Western North Carolina.

Paul Weinberg                           Phone 828-626-4206
Fly Fishing Made Simple             Mobile 864-430-2229

Asheville, NC                                paul@flyfishingmadesimple.net
                                                   www.flyfishingmadesimple.net

Paul is owner and head guide for "Fly Fishing Made Simple" - providing half- and full-day guided fly fishing trips to local rivers.  Personal instruction and all equipment is provided to both beginners and experienced fly fishers alike to experience a fun and rewarding experience in the beautiful WNC mountains.

Bob Winston                  Phone: 828-280-3800
Home Tech Services      

Bob is the owner of Home Tech Services and Specializes in Home Remodeling and Repairs.


Randye Worth, RD/LDN                      Phone: 828-505-0474505-1731
Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist        www.weighlessnow.org

Asheville Jewish Business Forum (AJBF) is a network group of Jewish business owners, executives, managers and professionals in the greater Asheville area.  Our mission is to work together to enhance the area's economy and continue the 100+ years of Western North Carolina Jewish heritage.  To learn more about the Asheville Jewish Business Forum (AJBF), drop us a note at info@ashevillejewishbusiness.com  To download a membership application, click here.