New Member Spotlight: The Dog Show with Julie Forbes

by Julie Forbes, Training & Behavior Specialist; Host of The Dog Show With Julie Forbes

Eleven years in business, and over four years as a radio host have taught me a lot.  One of the clearest gifts of wisdom from building a successful business is my appreciation for the power of community. 

I am an expert in dog training and behavior, and have built a unique business with many facets, entirely through networking.  In my private sessions with clients, I often find myself coaching them on connecting to their authentic power – so that they may effectively communicate with their dog.  

One of my most important professional distinctions, in an industry with no regulation, is my ability to coach people to establish authority, without force.  I love educating people who live with dogs, how to effectively set boundaries and “get control”, without bullying.  This is an important conversation to bring a clear voice to, regardless of the context.  If any community is conscious of, and sensitive to, this distinction - it is the LGBT community.

 

As an “out & proud” radio host, I have the opportunity to publicly engage in conversation about one of my most passionate topics – DOGS – and share other aspects of myself with a larger audience – like when my wife and I got married in Washington state last year, on the first day it was legal.  The Dog Show With Julie Forbes allows me to be known more intimately as an expert, and as a human being.

I am excited to participate in the GSBA as a local leader in my profession, and as a powerful member of the organization.  I am inspired to participate in events that support my community, and our youth.  Now, just two weeks away from 2013 PRIDE – I reflect on another potent aspect of GSBA membership: that I have the opportunity to regularly engage with peers whom I am proud of.  Pride is not limited to pride of oneself, but having pride reflected back to us, by our communities.  What a gift!

I am inspired by the work of the GSBA and it’s members, and am honored to be a new member.  I look forward to continuing to grow, personally and professionally, and to contribute to the growth of the GSBA.  We are brilliant, talented, driven, passionate and powerful, and it is important for the LGBT community to have a strong presence in the economy.  Onward!

OutCity Magazine

OutCity Magazine is a NEW travel and lifestyle publication and website for the LGBT community in the Pacific Northwest.  It’s designed to encourage travel between the major PacNW cities of Seattle, Portland and Vancouver, BC, as well as to attract LGBT travelers from major feeder markets to the Northwest like California, Chicago, Texas, the East Coast and South Florida.  The magazine will be bi-annual in May and October. For more information go to OutCity.com beginning in June or contact publisher, Rob Scott with SagaCity Media (rscott@SagaCityMedia.com).

GSBA Member Spotlight - The Woodland Park Zoo

by Joshua Michael Rumley, Event & Office Coordinator

Escape the urban Seattle jungle and explore your animal instincts at the Woodland Park Zoo! Come face to face with some of Mother Nature's wildest animals; penguins, gorillas, lions, leopards and bears, and I'm not talking about the burly "bears" running around Capitol Hill. The Greater Seattle Business Association is delighted to welcome The Woodland Park Zoo to the GSBA family!

The zoo boasts an impressive assortment of animals, over 300 different animal species can be viewed at the zoo. The Woodland Park Zoo even offers an online database of the current animals showcased at the zoo, giving guests ample time to plan which animals to see first before their visit. The database is a fun and educational way to get detailed information about the animals at the zoo including details about their classification, range in the natural world, lifespan, diet, maps and a bunch of fun photos.

"We will be completely renovating our current Tigers and Asian Bears exhibit and linking it to our Asian Tropical Forest areas. There will be multiple viewing areas for guests, and opportunities to get 'Real Close' to the animals on display, as well as learn about the conservation programs that Woodland Park Zoo participates in that directly affect these animals in the wild," said Jennifer Larsen, Woodland Park Zoo Tourism Coordinator.

The Woodland Park Zoo offers an amazing deal for guests who wish to become zoo members. Becoming a zoo member not only supports the zoo in their expansion of current exhibits and programs but it also provides resources for the beloved animals of the zoo. When someone becomes a zoo member they receive year-round free admission, inside information about the zoo animals, discounts on classes and zoo programs and news about wild animals and places in our own backyard.

More information about the Woodland Park Zoo, their animals and ways to donate to animal and habitat conservation can be found at www.Zoo.org.

GSBA Member Spotlight - Morgan Henry LMP, Anchor Body Works

by Joshua Michael Rumley, Event & Office Coordinator

The daily grind of life has a way of wearing down our delicate bodies. Instead of reaching for another dab of Icy Hot and smelling like your great aunt why not indulge in a full body massage? The Greater Seattle Business Association would like to welcome Morgan Henry LMP, the founder of Anchor Body Works, to the GSBA family.

Anchor Bodyworks is conveniently located on the corner of 12th Avenue and Pike Street on Capitol Hill, a short walk or bus ride from downtown Seattle. Henry specializes in a wide variety of different massage techniques including deep tissue, scar tissue release, relaxation, injury, prenatal & postpartum and myofascial release.

Recently I took advantage of the GSBA ShopOUT.org special for Anchor Bodyworks; a 60 minute full body massage and a 30 minute scalp massage for only $55! It was a great deal and the most relaxing 90 minutes I've experienced in recent memory. I can still smell the inviting aroma of eucalyptus and lavender; my massage oils of choice.

Henry has a popular massage chair service that she takes to local offices, events and businesses. Henry and her massage chair were recently seen at the July GSBA Women on Top mixer at the Seattle Marriott Waterfront providing massages to event attendees.

Anchor Bodyworks currently offers massages at $60.00 for a 60 minutes & $90.00 for 90 minutes. Anchor Bodyworks is home to the "What Can You Pay or Trade Day" which is the last Friday every month.

For more information about Anchor Bodyworks services and rates please contact Morgan Henry at morgan.henry305@gmail.com.

Anchor Bodyworks

12th and Pike-Capitol Hill
1205 E. Pike suite 2j
Seattle WA 98122

GSBA Member Spotlight - Sandy Bjorgen IMPROV-Able Results

The GSBA would like to welcome Sandy Bjorgen, founder of IMPROV-Able Results, to the GSBA family. IMPROV-Able Results offers a wide variety of services aimed at developing public speaking skills through coaching and creative exercises incorporating Bjorgen's past experiences in theatre. As a RSP, recovering shy person, Bjorgen knows first hand the struggles and fears of public speaking.

"Some people need a safe environment to practice and develop their skills," said Bjorgen. "I train people to think and speak under pressure."

Bjorgen utilizes applied improve training to help people build confidence and speak with ease. IMPROV-Able Results focus on topics such as crucial conversations, creative problem solving & innovation, presenting like a pro, developing elevator pitches and developing skills for trainers.

"People nowadays need to be more creative with how they communicate. Training sessions are designed to create "Aha!"s and lasting results," said Bjorgen.

IMPROV-Able Results training is adaptable to any industry setting; small businesses, corporations, nonprofits, professional associations, educational institutions, government agencies, individual entrepreneurs, leaders, and teams.

For further information you can find Sandi Bjorgen & IMPROV-Able Results under the Public Speaking & Workshops category in the GSBA Guide & Directory or at www.Improv-ableResults.com

by Joshua Michael Rumley, GSBA Event & Office Coordinator

GSBA Newest Members (June & July)

Here is a list of the newest members to the GSBA family! Feel free to click the links provided and learn a bit more about these great people and businesses.

(Presented in date joined order)

Darin Rosellini - Aflac

Roy Vermillion & Mitchell Ryan - M is for Massage

Jason Legat - MODELREMODEL

Mark Buckley - Therapeutic Health Services

Kelli O'Donnell - R Family Vacations

Dennis Centorbi - HelmsBriscoe

Luis Meza - Meza Latin Fare

Julie Boselly - Woodinville Weekly

Michael Galloway - Cascina Spinasse

Ellie Cassidy - Bootyland

Gordon Delgaty - Central Janitorial Supplies

Aaron Eggers - Lionfish

Steve Harris - A Bear's Life Magazine