As Mary Fusinski looks back on her life, she realizes there is a common thread that runs through its tapestry, which helps her understand people with disabilities and their struggles. “I have a 28-year-niece hit by car when he was eight,” she said. “She had a closed head injury and had to relearn how to do everything. We have always been close.” Lindsey, Fusinski’s niece, is alive and well with a job at a pet-grooming business and a new fiancé, but at the time the girl’s family was not … [Read more...] about Real Estate, Life is about Helping People
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Restauranteur Serving Fun, Food, Music
Looking for a lively, quirky place to sit down, have a wonderful meal and listen to music? Barry Barbe will direct you to El Gato Azul in Prescott. “We are not pretentious,” said Barbe, the restaurant’s owner. “We don’t take ourselves very seriously.” In fact, the only thing they take seriously is their food. Bistro style, it features tapas for everyone from hard core carnivores to vegans. “What you are eating looks great. It puts people together in a fun atmosphere.” Barbe … [Read more...] about Restauranteur Serving Fun, Food, Music
Focusing on Wellness
It is only natural that John Amos was chosen to head Yavapai Regional Medical Center. He has been locally grown right along with the community and the hospital for the past 21 years. Amos was chosen three years ago as president and CEO of the medical center, replacing a retiring Tim Barnett who oversaw the beginnings of the explosive growth of the area and the hospital. Amos is no stranger to the medical center. He started there in the occupational therapy department and worked his way up in … [Read more...] about Focusing on Wellness
Reverse Mortgage Consultant Credits Experience, Patience
William “Bill” Binkey is passionate about his work. Still, one has to wonder what it is about arranging reverse mortgages for seniors that evokes such dedication. “It has been the most emotionally rewarding work of my life,” he said. “You get to help do something that is often life-changing. Believe me. I have seen people carrying a heavy load that they really couldn’t handle. I see them six months later and they actually appear physically younger.” Binkey has spent the past eight years … [Read more...] about Reverse Mortgage Consultant Credits Experience, Patience
Chamber of Commerce President Mike Fann Predicts Solid, Stable Growth
For hometown boy and successful businessman Mike Fann, moving up the line to becoming president of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce this past winter just seems part of the natural progression of things. Long active in supporting community and regional programs and projects, and widely recognized for his leadership in philanthropic activities, Fann anticipates that during his tenure as the lead officer for the C of C, business and economic growth will remain solid and stable. “I envision a lot … [Read more...] about Chamber of Commerce President Mike Fann Predicts Solid, Stable Growth